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.
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
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
The projects include trail maintenance, road resurfacing and extensive repairs of visitor facilities.
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
Russell said the team at the fairgrounds has the capacity to do around 150 doses per hour.
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
Approximately 2,400 doses are being administered each week in Flathead County.
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
Whitefish and Flathead Lakes generate home values that result in upward of $3 billion in tax revenues for state and local governments.
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
The health department is gearing up to transition from Phase 1A to Phase 1B of Gov. Greg Gianforte’s statewide vaccine distribution plan.
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
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
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.
Large gathering ban fails for second time
Order to restrict large indoor gatherings fails on tie vote
State sues 4 Flathead businesses over lack of COVID protocols
Two Bigfork area businesses named in suit
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
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.
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.
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.
Montana Artesian Water Co. County probe finds bottling plant is 'legal, non-conforming use'
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