Monday, March 09, 2026
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NEWS

Snowpack deficits continue to grow across Montana

Most Montana basins reported below normal snowpack, ranging from around 60% to 95% of median, as of March 1.

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Best of Whitefish 2026 nominations now open

The annual Best of Whitefish competition officially kicks off this month, with nominations opening Friday, March 6.

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As filings close, Republican Steve Daines withdraws from U.S. Senate race

Just two minutes before the filing deadline, U.S. Sen. Steve Daines withdrew from the 2026 U.S. Senate race Wednesday. Just …

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Public input period for growth policy extended

At the regular meeting of the Whitefish City Council held on Monday, March 2 the City Council cancelled the public …

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Star Meadows Ranch to hold inaugural Rhythm & Roots music event

A new concert near Whitefish is ready to showcase some of Montana’s local legends this month.

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Looking Back: Aging septic systems source of contamination

Difficulties which arose at the city test well site east of town, were explained by well driller Bill Osborne.

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Whitebark pine education day at Whitefish Mountain Resort

In 2016, Whitefish Mountain Resort became the first ski resort in the nation certified by the foundation as a Whitebark …

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Solar project up and running

The Community Solar III project broke ground June 12 and began generating solar power to the grid in late January.

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People in Your Neighborhood: Sarah Carrillo's smile is good medicine

Sarah Carrillo, a medical assistant at Glacier Medical Associates, greets each patient with a bright smile and cares for them …

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Police Calls: Car-eating driveway on Dakota Avenue

The caller thought it was strange that a customer used an inmate ID at a location on Highway 93.

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Whitefish has two event champions at Science Olympiad

The Whitefish High School Science Olympiad team placed sixth out of 31 teams at the state competition held at Montana …

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Kalispell woman sentenced for obstruction during protest at Whitefish Border Patrol station

A Kalispell woman was sentenced in Whitefish Municipal Court last month for throwing a piece of plywood in front of …

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Third annual soccer showcase with College Clinic

The third annual Glacier Park College soccer showcase is coming to Kalispell on April 11 with a clinic for students …

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Whitefish Theatre Company presents Wild West Adult Prom

Saddle up, Whitefish, it’s time for the Wild West Adult Prom at Whitefish Theatre Company on March 14 from 7 …

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Local candidates file for 2026 primary

The primary election is set for June 2 and the general election is Nov. 3. Here’s a look at some …

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Dynamic range of sound and support ushers instrument campaign to halfway mark

Fundraising for Whitefish Education Foundation’s “Make Music Resonate” campaign has soared past the halfway mark.

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Public input opportunity on Holland Lake wastewater system reconstruction proposal

The Flathead National Forest released the proposal to reconstruct the wastewater treatment system that serves the bay loop of the …

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Nathan Dugan to run against Flathead County Commissioner Brad Abell

Focused on addressing Flathead County’s growing pains, Whitefish resident Nathan Dugan launched his bid to unseat incumbent Commissioner Brad Abell …

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Man known as ‘cocaine fairy’ reaches deal in Flathead County burglary cases

A man once dubbed the “cocaine fairy” by Flathead County authorities has reached a plea deal for charges stemming from …

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Rep. Ryan Zinke to retire at end of current term

Montana U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke announced Monday that he will retire at the end of his current term in Congress …

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