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Feds vow to ax restrictions on 1 million acres of Northwest Montana forestland
The federal government pledged to peel back protections on more than 1.1 million acres of forestland in Northwest …
Remembering Mann Gulch - Kalispell woman's memories still vivid of fire that killed her brother-in-law
The Mann Gulch fire blew up as winds intensified on an especially hot, dry August evening. Estimates suggest the lightning-caused blaze covered 3,000 acres in 10 minutes.
Parents reflect on case to be reviewed by U.S. Supreme Court
Kalispell parents Kendra Espinoza and Jeri Anderson and Bigfork parent Jaime Schaefer are the faces of a Montana case regarding religious schools and funding that will have its day in the United States Supreme Cour…
100 Fold designs playground equipment for school
Somers Middle School received an innovative set of playground storage structures this week, courtesy of 100 Fold Studio in Lakeside.
PHOTOS: Evergreen Show 'n Shine
Scenes from the 2019 Evergreen Chamber of Commerce Show ‘n Shine at Conlin’s Furniture in Evergreen on Saturday, Aug. 3.
Conference on Aging to honor centenarians
The Department of Public Health and Human Services wants to honor Montana centenarians during the 51st annual Governor’s Conference on Aging Sept. 24 to 26 in Billings. Centenarians will be honored at a banquet at …
Moths damaging Douglas-fir trees across western Montana
Moths described as voracious feeders are damaging Douglas-fir trees throughout western Montana, according to a news release from the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation.
Columbia Falls teen wins national O-Mok-See title
Some people are just born to ride. Just ask friends of the family of Violet Erickson.
Proposed bill takes aim at vets' pension predators
Companies that prey on veterans’ pensions could face penalties under the FREE Veterans Act, introduced by Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont. on Thursday.
Economic forum addresses aging workforce
Montana’s aging workforce will continue to challenge employers, but the state’s transient nature of residents “constantly moving in and out” can work to businesses’ advantage, a top Montana economist told the audie…
Special hunt planned in Libby area
A special hunting season this fall, and a plan to cull deer from the Libby urban area after the season, is Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ latest efforts to curtail the extent of chronic wasting disease affecting…
Crews battle fire near Lower Thompson Lake
A wildlife located near where Sanders, Flathead and Lincoln counties meet was human-caused, according to fire officials.
Columbia Falls seeks volunteers for resort tax committee
The Columbia Falls City Council is requesting applications from interested citizens who would like to serve on a resort tax advisory committee.
Van Lake Road temporary closure announced
The Flathead National Forest announced Tuesday that a portion of the Van Lake Road on the Swan Lake Ranger District will be closed for public safety from Aug. 5 through Sept. 30 for the Van Lake Improvements Projec…
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Redesignation request part of statewide road review
A proposal to redesignate West Reserve Drive in Kalispell from a state urban route to a state primary route — a plan that could expedite funding for improvements to the busy road — is now in the hands of Montana De…