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Updated 20 hours, 9 minutes ago

Seeley-Swan resident kills charging grizzly bear

A resident in the Seeley-Swan Valley shot and killed a grizzly bear earlier this week after the bruin charged at h…

Updated 2 weeks, 1 day ago
Bigfork senior Sam Ayers is tough to slow down

Sam Ayers has been an integral part of the Bigfork cross-country team since he moved to the school district in his freshman year. His positive attitude has hel…

Updated 2 weeks, 1 day ago
Bigfork Water and Sewer manager to retire next month

Bigfork Water and Sewer District’s longtime manager Julie Spencer is retiring at the end of June. Her predecessor will be Assistant District Manager Tyler Hantz.

Updated 2 weeks, 1 day ago
Bigfork Fire Department seeks funding for new headquarters, staffing

The Bigfork Fire District Board of Trustees recently approved a bond initiative and mill levy to present to voters in a Sept. 9 special election that will addr…

Updated 2 weeks, 1 day ago
Forest Service approves permit to operate Holland Lake Lodge

The Flathead National Forest has granted an operating permit to the new owners of the Holland Lake Lodge south of Condon.

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
PHOTOS: Paddlers tame 'Wild Mile' Bigfork Whitewater Festival

Fifty years ago a small group of passionate kayakers and locals held the first Whitewater Festival on the “Wild Mile” -- previously known as the “Mad Mile” -- …

Updated 3 weeks, 1 day ago
Bigfork High School students sweep National History Day competition

Eleven Bigfork High School juniors are headed to Washington D.C. after sweeping at the National History Day competition at the state level with their projects …

Updated 3 weeks, 1 day ago
Learn bear spray basics at June 14 event

As spring rains give way to clear summer skies, locals and visitors alike begin to spend more time outdoors. The same is true for our local wildlife population…

Updated 3 weeks, 1 day ago
Work session planned on Bigfork Neighborhood Plan

Work on the Bigfork Neighborhood Plan continues at the next Bigfork Land Use Advisory Committee meeting.

Updated 3 weeks, 1 day ago
Road work on Montana 35 resumes this week

Construction work on Montana 35 between Creston and Bigfork will resume this week.

Updated 3 weeks, 1 day ago
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Upcoming events and meetings

Updated 3 weeks, 1 day ago
My Glacier Village expanding into Bigfork

My Glacier Village is a local nonprofit serving area seniors by connecting, empowering and supporting those who are aging independently in their homes.

Updated 3 weeks, 1 day ago
Bigfork Whitewater festival marks 50 years on the 'Wild Mile'

The Swan River will once again be alive near downtown Bigfork this Memorial Day weekend as the Bigfork Whitewater Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary, wel…

Updated 3 weeks, 4 days ago
Repairing history: Workshop lays the foundation for restoration of historic Mountain Brook School

The little white schoolhouse has stood sentinel over Mountain Brook since 1922, though a myriad of safety concerns now bars the building from use. Cracks zigza…

Updated 4 weeks, 1 day ago
Cabin and infrastructure upgrades come to Loon Lake 4-H Camp

Loon Lake 4-H Camp is a hidden gem to many, but manager Jill Kahanek wants to introduce the picturesque spot in Ferndale to others as they continue to renovate…

Updated 4 weeks, 1 day ago
Ponderosa pines planted at Finley Point for Earth Day restoration project

On Earth Day 2025, Encompass LLC sponsored a tree restoration project at the Finley Point Unit of Flathead Lake State Park in partnership with Montana State Pa…