Gated Forest roads help wildlife

In the North Fork News column of March 7, Larry Wilson wrote that search and rescue (SAR) training has been “limited in recent years due to Forest Service closure of most public lands in the area.” Unless the Forest Service has been closing all access to large blocks of public lands, this statement is a gross distortion of facts.

Sex offender's sentence revoked for second time

A Kalispell man was sentenced to 15 years in prison, all suspended, after his 2003 sentence for sexual assault was revoked for the second time.

Jail for dog cruelty, not meth

A 22-year-old former Columbia Falls man’s sentence for felony possession of methamphetamine was deferred, but he was ordered to serve jail time for animal cruelty.

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Lady Rams dominate Kats in state final

Sometimes you just run into a better team. That was the case this weekend as the Wildkat soccer team was buzzed 6-0 by Billings Central in the state Class A soccer championship Oct. 27.

Annual auction benefits community

Do you ever wonder how Bigfork gets along without a local government?

Local woman sentenced for drug possession

A Lincoln County woman was given a four-year sentence in Montana’s 19th Judicial District Court May 6, in Libby, for charges related to drug possession.

Russ Harmon

On Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019, Russ Harmon — loving husband, father and grandfather — passed away suddenly at the age of 69. Russ was born on December 3, 1949 in Spokane, Washington to Emmett and Jean (Porter) Harmon.

Troy man gets prison time for meth possession

A Troy resident was given a five-year sentence with two years suspended in Montana’s 19th Judicial District Court, June 10, in Libby, for charges related to drug possession.

Speaker reflects on 66th legislative session

The 66th legislative session has come to an end. As speaker of the house, it was my goal to uphold the integrity of the House. As a leader in my caucus, it was my goal to foster unity, not conformity. We can be united behind the primary ideals of our party without losing individuality. It has been an honor to be selected by my peers to fill this roll.

Puppy burglars plead guilty to several crimes

A couple from Northwest Montana has pleaded guilty to their respective roles in a string of burglaries that occurred more than a year ago across the Flathead Valley.

Quick response, training help LVFD save residence

The Libby Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire on Woodland Heights Road, west of Pioneer Junction, on Dec. 20.

Choir concert a great event

Sometimes we take events for granted, enjoying efforts of others without thinking of their dedication and perhaps some sacrifices made.

AbitibiBowater files for bankruptcy protection

NEW YORK - Newsprint maker AbitibiBowater Inc. on Thursday filed for bankruptcy court protection in Canada and the U.S. after deciding there was no other way it could deal with its more than $6 billion debt.

Chargers zap Twins' rally

The Glacier Twins blew a late-game, one-run lead in a twin bill with the Great Falls Chargers at home June 30, letting a chance to chalk up a much-needed conference win slip away.

Whitefish knocks off Eureka

Jump shots and lay ups fell with ease for the Lady Bulldogs on Feb. 8 at Eureka as the Whitefish girls rolled to a 46-39 victory — their second win of the season. The 46-point total was their highest thus far and more than double their season average of 22 points a game.

Boys soccer team still in hunt for first win

The Vikings soccer team is five games into its 2011 season and still without a win after hosting Stillwater Christian on Tuesday and traveling to Whitefish on Thursday last week.

Relay for Life walkathon starts Friday

Calling for a respectful election

Boys' soccer gears up for opener

By JOE SOVA Hungry Horse News