Woman gets 3 years for hit-and-run accident

A Columbia Falls woman was sentenced Thursday to three years with a recommendation for treatment for hitting a person with a moving truck and driving away.

Shirley Marie Spurgeon, 75

Shirley Marie Spurgeon, 75, passed away on Tuesday in Kalispell at Kalispell Regional Medical Center of natural causes, surrounded by family.

Columbia Falls mulls downtown zoning changes

AA volleyball: Bravettes drop Bengals in 3

The Flathead volleyball team picked up a big win on its home court Saturday, beating Helena High in three sets, 25-19, 25-20, 25-20.

Bucking horse futurity planned

The World Class Bucking Horse Association opens its season May 4-5 with the Pecora Professional Bucking Horse Futurity at Majestic Valley Arena.

William N. “Bill” Chilton, 84

William N. ‘Bill’ Chilton, 84, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2012, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, with his family by his side. 

Welcome, Canadian dollars!

It's no secret our neighbors to the north are an important part of the Flathead Valley economy. In sizable numbers they stay in our hotels, eat at our restaurants and shop in our stores.

A legacy of hard work, goodwill

We’re saddened this week by the death of Judy Wise, who along with her husband Doug operated Sykes’ Grocery & Market in Kalispell for decades, turning it into a local landmark and gathering spot. Doug passed away in January.

Golf course erosion project begins

Work started late last week on an erosion-control project at Buffalo Hill Golf Course in Kalispell.

Italy's Draghi urges unity, sacrifice in fighting the virus

ROME (AP) — Italian Premier Mario Draghi urged Italy’s polarized politicians to unite behind his new government to confront the coronavirus pandemic and the economic devastation it has wrought, saying Italy has a once-in-a-lifetime chance to create a more sustainable, equitable and healthy world for future generations.

CTE committee works to fulfill labor market needs, increase student success

Boundary County School District 101 is working with a community Career Technical Education committee to broaden course offerings and career training opportunities.

Build up your savings account for the future

As the manager of your household's money, you're always trying to find the best ways to save for your family's future - maybe for retirement, college tuition, home remodeling, medical expenses or just a few fun trips you'd like to take.

Women's finances: Embrace the power of the purse

(ARA) - Every woman should have a healthy relationship with money, but the reality is that many women still heavily rely on men to handle their finances. Now is the time for women to break out of the traditional role and take action to gain financial independence.

Three RVs lost in late night fire

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake recreational vehicle business lost three RVs in a late night fire Thursday night, Aug. 24. It was the second fire that day in the same location.

Warden City Council hears trail report

WARDEN — Rachel Granrath, of the engineering firm ECJ Alliance of Spokane, spoke to the Warden City Council during a regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10. ECJ Alliance is working on a report for Washington State Legislature concerning the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail, formerly John Wayne Pioneer Trail, about the impact that the trail has on the communities and landowners it touches.

How to Make the Most of Your Greater Fort Lauderdale Vacation

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Ginkgo Forest Winery celebrating ninth year

Ginkgo Forest Winery

MATTAWA — Ginkgo Forest Winery will celebrate its ninth year of producing its Wahluke Slope AVA (American Viticultural Area) wines on Labor Day weekend, Sept. 2-5, at its tasting room.

Columbia Basin Community College names honor students

MOSES LAKE — The spring 2016 president and vice president honors lists have been published, and South County had numerous students on them. The names follow:

Quincy readies February for school levy vote

QUINCY — It’s levy time in the Quincy School District.

Gunslingers and schoolmarms

MOSES LAKE — The organizers of the Boys and Girls Club banquet organizers thanked the cowboys and dance hall girls, schoolmarms and cavalry soldiers, mountain men and gunslingers, all assembled for a good cause. The annual banquet, held Saturday night, is the club’s biggest fundraiser each year.