Editorial
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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 …
Park fee changes need to be re-thought
It’s no secret that national parks such as our own Glacier National Park have struggled for years with limited funding, increased visitation and costly infrastructure needs.
First step: Admitting we have a problem
President Trump on Thursday made a passionate and comprehensive argument why opioid addiction has reached the stage of a nationwide public health emergency, and he set out several steps that may help alleviate that…
Mussel fight must transcend politics
It’s hard to imagine how potentially devastating a tiny invasive species like the quagga mussel can be on an ecosystem, but that’s no excuse for shutting our eyes to the danger.
Good luck, hunters - and stay safe
Snow on the mountain tops, a crisp in the air and the sound of rifles being sighted in at the local range. It can only mean one thing — opening day of big game rifle season is finally here.
Your vote matters - make it count
City government plays a vibrant role in our everyday daily lives.
Drug court makes sense for Flathead
As Flathead Valley law-enforcement agencies battle an increase in the use of meth, heroin and prescription medicines, it’s encouraging to hear judicial officials and law-enforcement leaders talking seriously about …
Bump-stock ban isn't gun control
Most of us, like most of you, had never heard of a bump stock until a few weeks ago when the Las Vegas massacre proved their deadly punch.
Don't make hasty decision on county jail site
It’s more or less a foregone conclusion that Flathead County likely will have to find a site to build a new adult detention center that’s big enough to hold the county’s prison population well into the future. The …
Local folks do us all proud in Vegas
The tragedy in Las Vegas came close to home for several Flathead County residents who happened to be in attendance at the Route 91 Harvest music festival Sunday when a depraved killer opened fire on the crowd from …
Let's involve public in future of Main Street Kalispell
We don’t have to go out on much of a limb to predict that traffic — and how to route it through Kalispell — will be a burning issue over the next several years. As the city continues to grow at the fringes and rede…
Standing for the flag is standing up for our nation - Just do it!
President Trump did us all a great favor when he drew the nation’s attention to the flag of the United States of America, the inspirational symbol of “one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice fo…
A good cause and good food, too
The Festival of Flavors — which supports the Flathead Valley Community College Foundation — is a real smorgasbord of culinary delights.
Montana Strong: Fire relief support flows
While this summer’s historic fire season is finally beginning to wane, residents across Montana are still reeling.
Sperry Chalet worth trying to rebuild
There’s a lot of love out there for Sperry Chalet, the historic backcountry lodge that was destroyed by the Sprague Fire the evening of Aug. 31.
How do you 'compromise' when you are falling off a cliff?
When did politics change? Or did it?