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Protestors in Lakeside lambast proposed alpine coaster project
Concerned residents took to the streets for a second protest in Lakeside over the weekend to voice their opposit...
Tranel, Zinke, and Lamb spar over abortion, climate and energy
The three candidates for Montana’s newly created western congressional district squared off in person for the first time at a candidate forum in Missoula Monday, landing glancing blows and setting the stage for a...
Longview Lavender Farm adds storefront with homemade products
Longview Lavender Farm has added a storefront to their operation this summer to sell different kinds of lavender products made from their farm. The plants ar...
Volunteers needed for the Bigfork Blood Drive
The American Red Cross needs volunteers for their Bigfork Blood Drive.
Bigfork organizations and projects chosen for Great Fish Challenge
The Bigfork Art and Cultural Center has been invited to participate in this year's Great Fish Community Challenge, among other Bigfork nonprofits and projects.
Firefighters hold Elmo blaze south of Lake Mary Ronan
Firefighters held the line on the Elmo 2 Fire overnight Thursday, keeping blaze south of Lake Mary Ronan and away from hundreds of structures in the area.
Elmo Fire bears down on hundreds of homes
Fire crews lost ground on the Elmo 2 Fire as it made a run toward hundreds of structures in the Lake Mary Ronan area on Wednesday evening.
Lake Mary Ronan area evacuated as Elmo Fire moves closer
Three structures have been destroyed in a wildfire that continues to expand its reach west of Flathead Lake.
After a dream fulfilled, Lyle Aklested says goodbye to Ford museum
After sharing his collection with the public for nearly 40 years, Lyle Aklested is ready to say goodbye to his museum.
Bigfork's 'bridge to nowhere' coming down
Bigfork’s ‘bridge to nowhere’ is slated to come down this winter after years of legal battles.
Montana FWP gets community input for amenities at Somers Beach State Park
Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks is seeking community input as officials begin planning for amenities at the newly created Somers Beach State Park.
Bigfork Festival of the Arts returns this weekend
The 44th annual Bigfork Festival of the Arts is set to take place this weekend in downtown Bigfork.
Swan Lake Ranger District offering temporary firewood cutting opportunity
The Swan Lake Ranger District is offering a temporary firewood cutting opportunity in the Condon Mountain Area.
Flathead Sheriff’s Office looking for information about recent fires
Authorities are investigating a series of fires started in the south valley and Bigfork areas in recent days and calling on the public for help.
Elmo Fire threatening 50 structures
More evacuation orders were issued overnight Monday as winds pushed the Elmo 2 Fire precariously close to U.S. 93 near Chief Cliff, prompting a temporary clo...