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Whitefish councilor beats state GOP Chairman Art Wittich for precinct committee seat

When Giuseppe “GMan” Caltabiano put his name in the hat for Republican precinct “committee man” in Flathead County, he figured he’d be running unopposed.

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Columbia Falls approves Teakettle Heights, largest single subdivision in city history

The Columbia Falls City Council on Monday approved developer Mick Ruis’ Teakettle Heights subdivision on former Columbia Falls Aluminum Co. …

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State, feds give 2026 wildfire season outlook

While recent rains are part of a reason for some optimism surrounding this year’s wildfire outlook, it could “turn on …

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Primary delivers mixed results for Northwest Montana incumbents

Tuesday’s primary election delivered beginnings and endings to political hopefuls across Northwest Montana.

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Hiker charged by grizzly in Glacier Park suffered broken arm

A hiker charged by a grizzly bear in Glacier National Park last week suffered a broken arm, park officials reported.

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Don ‘K’ Subaru supports Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation

Don “K” Subaru has contributed $20,000 to the Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation through the annual Subaru Share the Love Event.

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Council takes first look at Whitefish's preliminary budget

Whitefish City Manager Dana Meeker said changes were happening with the tax structure in Montana last week at a preliminary …

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Bartending burros trot into Whitefish events

A novel Flathead business looks to bring the joy of animals – alcohol included – to private events this summer.

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Whitefish School District searching for new middle school principal

The Whitefish School District opened applications for a new Whitefish Middle School principal.

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Class of 2026: Sol Holmquist is a caring competitor

Sports are a big part of senior Sol Holmquist’s life. A two-sport athlete during her high school years, she was …

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City to pursue grant for railroad overpass on East Second

The Whitefish City Council gave Public Works Director Craig Workman the go ahead to apply for a grant to build …

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New owners vow to keep Great Northern Bar unchanged

The Great Northern Bar and Grill in Whitefish officially changed hands at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 28. Aside from …

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Two Bear Therapeutic Riding Center acknowledged for high standards

Two Bear Therapeutic Riding Center was one of only 130 organizations worldwide selected recently to participate in the 2026 Horses …

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Class of 2026: Anderson Barrile takes life lessons from football field

Imagine never having played or watched football, then learning, training, playing and excelling in it -- all in a matter …

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Council approves zoning regs as discussion turns to downtown building height

The Whitefish City Council last week approved amendments to zoning and subdivision regulations after a discussion about how to deal …

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Westland Impact Festival returns to Whitefish

The 2026 Westland Impact Festival is June 11-13 in Whitefish. Presented by Project Winterland, the event features 26 films, 15 …

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Habitat Flathead moves forward with townhomes on Whitefish Avenue

Habitat for Humanity Flathead Valley will receive funds from the city of Whitefish to purchase two lots on Whitefish Avenue …

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Looking Back: Commissioners approve amendments to lakeshore regulations

Sheriff Al Rierson announced that Mrs. Maxine H Lamb, the first female deputy sheriff in Flathead County would be going …

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Police Calls: Poor parking, peeing in public

A blue Ford was parked too long and was facing a towing appointment.

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Anderson signs to UM-Western

Aaron Anderson is heading to Dillon to play football for the University of Montana Western.

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