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Bigfork Fire lieutenant dismissed following misconduct investigation
The Bigfork Fire District Board of Trustees held a special meeting Thursday night for a disciplinary decision rega…
Vitek sentenced to 100 years for murder of Tammi Jordan
Matthew Vitek of Bigfork was sentenced to 100 years in Montana State Prison on Wednesday, Sept. 18 for the deliberate homicide of Tammi Jordan.
Glacier Park will take no action against grizzly that bit hiker
Glacier National Park will take no action against a grizzly bear that bit a man who was hiking on the Highline Trail last week, as it was determined to be a surprise encounter.
Neighbors voice opposition to Northshore Woods housing development
“A proactive approach to this development and the traffic generated by it must be in place prior to the commencement of new construction to safeguard the welfa…
Bears in Hyperphagia: A seasonal strategy for survival
The first brisk mornings of early fall have people thinking about pulling out winter coats, flannels, and hats in preparation for the winter ahead. Bears are a…
It’s Tamarack Time!
Bring your best dish to Bigfork’s Tamarack Time! Bragging rights are at stake.
Country music’s hidden voices tell their story at BCPA’s ‘Origins’
The Bigfork Center of the Performing Arts is kick-starting their latest fundraising campaign with the presentation of “Origins,” created by singer-songwriter M…
Volunteers headed to Wild Horse Island for National Public Lands Day
National Public Lands Day is Sept. 28 and recognizes volunteer efforts that steward public lands. As part of that celebration, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks…
‘Melt and dump’ kept Flathead Lake at full pool in 2024
Flathead Lake sat at full pool this summer following a dry 2023 season that saw its water level plunge to record lows.
HAPPENINGS: REzMaDe reception, BLUAC, Senior Center fundraiser
REzMaDe Artist Reception at Bigfork Art and Cultural Center, 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. A VOICE along with the Fine Art and Digital Design Technology Departments at Salish Kootenai College are proud to present REzMaDe: ph…
BLOTTER: Kicking son out of cabin
A caller reported his mother broke into his home in Bigfork, claiming he was being evicted from the guest cabin. His mother allegedly cleaned up broken glass he had placed to keep the family out, an in-person respo…
Repairs to Montana 35 south of Creston will continue through 2025
This section of highway was originally constructed in 1957 and has seen much use since then. The last major reconstruction on this stretch of roadway was in 1996, but since then it has only received minor repairs a…
Chemical fire puts Bigfork man in burn unit
Bigfork native Ken Williams left for work Sept. 6 with his dog in his truck, headed down to Polson. Williams had been working for an asbestos removal company f…
Quilted journey: Bigfork maker’s work to be featured in ‘Think Modern, Montana!’
Merrie Ford’s quilting journey started in eighth grade sewing class in Kalispell. Now, after moving around the country and picking up different skills and styl…
Glacier High School student injured in lightning strike released from ICU
A Glacier High School student injured in a lightning strike last month was released from intensive care, according to an online fundraiser for the teenager.
Ronan community mourns victim of alleged murder
The community of Ronan is reeling from the loss of Ed Loder, 67, who was allegedly murdered Saturday, Aug. 31, as he walked along the bike trail near his home …