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Lake monitoring program and research high points for bio station
March 31, 2021 2:30 a.m.

Lake monitoring program and research high points for bio station

“These days the future seems more uncertain than ever, but for now we can all sleep a little more soundly knowing there are people standing watch to keep our waters free of invasive species,” the report states.

March 24, 2021 2:35 a.m.

Forest Service updates documents on Bug Creek project

The new assessment was prepared to clarify and correct errors identified in the project’s initial assessment.

Park announces ticketed entry for West Entrance and St. Mary
March 24, 2021 2:15 a.m.

Park announces ticketed entry for West Entrance and St. Mary

Ticketed entry only will be required for 11 hours of the day from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. from June 1 through Labor Day.

Forest Service plans dozens of maintenance projects in Montana
March 17, 2021 2:40 a.m.

Forest Service plans dozens of maintenance projects in Montana

The projects include trail maintenance, road resurfacing and extensive repairs of visitor facilities.

March 17, 2021 2:10 a.m.

Blackfeet leaders vote to open Glacier Park's east entrance

The decision to reopen the entry point, according to a news release, is based on the increased availability of COVID-19 testing and vaccines.

Flathead County on par with other large counties for Tier 1B vaccinations
March 3, 2021 2:40 a.m.

Flathead County on par with other large counties for Tier 1B vaccinations

Russell said the team at the fairgrounds has the capacity to do around 150 doses per hour.

March 3, 2021 2:35 a.m.

Flathead County passes 80 total virus-related deaths

The Flathead City-County Health Department reported seven additional COVID-19-related deaths Monday afternoon.

State, local authorities push for more vaccine doses
February 24, 2021 2:45 a.m.

State, local authorities push for more vaccine doses

Approximately 2,400 doses are being administered each week in Flathead County.

February 10, 2021 2:05 a.m.

Health officials, providers say no one is skipping the vaccine line

“We are working through a long waiting list of people that qualify under the governor’s plan"

Lakes bring significant value to real estate market, local economy
February 3, 2021 2:45 a.m.

Lakes bring significant value to real estate market, local economy

Whitefish and Flathead Lakes generate home values that result in upward of $3 billion in tax revenues for state and local governments.

January 13, 2021 2:25 a.m.

Conservation groups oppose clear cuts proposed near Bigfork

The Bug Creek’s timber sales proposed action lists openings that are 326, 321, 126 and 106 acres, which exceeds the Forest Plan’s suggestion that openings be limited to 40 acres.

COVID vaccines to be given by appointment only for time being
January 13, 2021 2:15 a.m.

COVID vaccines to be given by appointment only for time being

The health department is gearing up to transition from Phase 1A to Phase 1B of Gov. Greg Gianforte’s statewide vaccine distribution plan.

December 16, 2020 2:55 a.m.

Headwaters Montana folds after 13 years

Group based in Bigfork decided to close due to lack of funding

Health officials urge residents to limit holiday gatherings
November 25, 2020 2:45 a.m.

Health officials urge residents to limit holiday gatherings

The Flathead City-County Health Department is advising against gatherings or events that include more than 25 people.

Somers Beach acquisition progresses after unanimous vote from state board
November 4, 2020 2:50 a.m.

Somers Beach acquisition progresses after unanimous vote from state board

The Montana State Parks and Recreation Board voted unanimously for Fish, Wildlife and Parks to move forward with purchasing the nearly $3 million, 106-acre property.

November 4, 2020 2:35 a.m.

Large gathering ban fails for second time

Order to restrict large indoor gatherings fails on tie vote

October 28, 2020 2:35 a.m.

State sues 4 Flathead businesses over lack of COVID protocols

Two Bigfork area businesses named in suit

Energy Keepers explains Flathead Lake level
September 9, 2020 2:30 a.m.

Energy Keepers explains Flathead Lake level

Data from the United States Geological Survey shows Flathead Lake’s water level has been dipping close to the 2,982-foot mark since the beginning of September

October 30, 2019 2 a.m.

Rodeo queen's horse shot on first day of hunting season

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office is seeking any information related to a tragic domestic animal shooting that occurred west of Marion off U.S. 2, in which a woman’s horse was shot through its shoulder and later had to be euthanized.

July 25, 2019 5:47 p.m.

Ministries' assets to be sold

The assets of Potter’s Field Ministries, which over the course of 27 years of operation has grown to include multiple properties, vehicles and businesses, will be sold, according to the lead pastor of Godspeak Calvary Chapel, a religious nonprofit based in California that has taken over operations and ownership of the multi-faceted ministry based in Whitefish.

July 22, 2019 4:59 p.m.

Calvary Chapel ends support of Potter's Field Ministries

The Calvary Chapel has broken its affiliation with Potter’s Field Ministries in Whitefish and the ministry’s other associated businesses and nonprofits following allegations from former ministry members who allege the founders of Potter’s Field have long incited a cult-like environment through intimidation, fear tactics and other means.