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Marine archaeologist returns to Flathead for week of educational events
The Flathead Maritime Archaeology Project continues to look at what lies at the bottom of Flathead Lake and Lead M…
BLUAC continues process of updating Bigfork Neighborhood Plan
The Bigfork Land Use Advisory Committee last week continued its review and update to the Bigfork Neighborhood Plan, going through the document section by section.
Meeting set for concerns over Lakeside sewer rate increase, new wastewater treatment plant and traffic
Citizens for a Better Flathead, Upper West Shore Alliance and North Shore Water Alliance will co-host a community meeting on Thursday, Aug. 7 to discuss proposed changes to Lakeside sewer rates, as well as ongoing …
Proposed cell tower north of Echo Lake draws scrutiny
A proposed 150-foot cellular tower north of Echo Lake has drawn ample public feedback, according to Flathead County Planning and Zoning officials.
Flathead Lake to remain near full pool
Dam operators predict that Flathead Lake will remain within 12 inches of full pool throughout August following a month of unusually wet weather.
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PHOTOS Bigfork's Festival of the Arts
Scenes from Bigfork’s 47th Festival of the Arts on Aug. 2-3, 2025.
Pilots sue to save airstrip caught up in plans for a luxury resort near Lakeside
A group of pilots are fighting to preserve a private airstrip near Lakeside, arguing in a lawsuit that its owners have no right to remove the runway.
Flathead Valley fishing access sites undergo renovations
A new fishing access site near Sportsman’s Bridge in Bigfork is now open to the public.
Bio Station hosts open house Aug. 8
The Flathead Lake Biological Station hosts a free Open House from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 8. The annual family-friendly event provides opportunities to learn more about the research and work of FLBS scientists and educ…
Flathead Electric Cooperative seeks input on Wildfire Mitigation Plan
Flathead Electric Cooperative has published its updated draft Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP), which is open to public comment from July 24 through September 6.
Man accused of building illegal road in Woods Bay
A Swan Lake man is accused of building a road on his neighbor’s property Montana 83 near Woods Bay. Michael Kevin Martin, 61, entered a plea of not guilty in D…
Tickets for Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo events on sale now
The 2025 Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo kicks off Aug. 12 with a concert by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legend Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.
Bigfork’s 47th Festival of the Arts takes place this weekend
Bigfork’s long-running Festival of the Arts continues to be a celebration of local artists while drawing in vendors and visitors from all across the country.
Weather poses challenges for cherry growers
The dark red sweet cherries the Flathead is famous for have made their appearance. About a week and a half ago, cherry stands in Polson and along the east shor…
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