Gianforte signs $278-million-a-year income tax cut measure

Standing with a gaggle of Republican lawmakers Monday on the steps of the state Capitol, Gov. Greg Gianforte put pen to paper to sign a sweeping income tax cut, saying that scaling back state taxes on Montanans across the income spectrum will boost the state’s economy.

Bill revises rules for police, fire state retirement plan

OLYMPIA — The Washington Legislature has approved revisions to state law that will make it easier for law enforcement officers and firefighters in one tier of the state’s retirement system to use time they spent on authorized leave toward their retirement, regardless of whether they returned to work.

Lakers, Loggers each lose a pair

HAVRE — The Kalispell A Lakers lost on a game-winning double 3-2 in game one before another late rally in game two led to the Havre Northstars picking up a home doubleheader sweep in American Legion baseball on Sunday.

More than $20K in North Idaho College scholarships will be awarded

More than $20K in North Idaho College scholarships will be awarded

Registration opens Monday for the North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference, a free event designed to promote financial confidence and competence for women of all ages and walks of life.

Prairie Family Medicine under new ownership

After almost eighteen years since the practice opened, Prairie Family Medicine is under new ownership by Praxis Health.

HUCKLEBERRIES: The house that blew up

LeeAnn Kohli Cheeley didn’t hear of her family’s tragedy during her formative years. “It wasn’t something they told me as a child,” LeeAnn said. “It was kind of violent.”

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MUSEUM: Many hands were involved

Adventure at the museum, where to start?

Bobcats' Mellott, Grizzlies' Bergen drafted on Day 3

First Tommy Mellott was picked by the Las Vegas Raiders.

Vineyards in NY wine country push sustainability as they adapt to climate change

The Finger Lakes are home to New York's largest wine-producing region, but vineyards there are struggling with the impacts of climate change. Owners also say looming tariffs, changes in U.S. environmental policy and shifting wine consumption habits all add to the challenges for the region. Tourists come to appreciate the sparkling, sapphire water and sip wine from some 130 wineries.

Gianforte must save taxpayers from Democrat-hijacked budget bill

The Montana Legislature’s sole constitutional duty is to pass a balanced budget. Montanans take pride in our state’s tradition of fiscal responsibility, but that tradition is not at all reflected in the budget bill hijacked and advanced by Democrats this session. As we write this, Montana’s proposed budget is way in the red, with the shortfall projected at around $1 billion by 2029.

Giving Together: Maximize your Impact

Last year a donor from Bigfork who had just sold his long-time Flathead Valley business and property walked into my office. He wanted to give back to the valley where he has lived and worked for the past 45 years.

‘Sinners’ a propulsive vampire epic

For the first half of “Sinners,” writer/director Ryan Coogler crafts an immersive and theatrical drama about music and community in the Mississippi Delta, circa 1932.

'Sid' burns bright in Coeur d'Alene

Green Energy Dragon celebrated at wastewater treatment plant

According to a city press release, the city’s Wastewater Department and the Arts Commission sought a creative and interactive way to raise awareness about the wastewater treatment process, specifically, the role of biogas. A byproduct of wastewater treatment, biogas is used as a heat source, with any excess safely burned off. The Green Energy Dragon represents that process, incorporating an open flame into its design to symbolize the transformation of waste into energy.

EDITORIAL: Resignation of trustee was necessary

Elected officials are, and must be, held to a higher level of accountability. Their actions, their words, even in private, are magnified because of the position they hold. They represent the people and to do that successfully, they must avoid doing anything that casts doubt on their ability to make good decisions and to be considered a responsible leader.

Hayden woman sentenced for tax evasion

A Hayden woman who pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $162,000 from her former employer, some of which she repaid, received a jail sentence, according to the Idaho State Tax Commission.

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Legals for April, 25 2025

Legals for April, 25 2025

Man accused of breaking into ex’s home given suspended sentence

A Columbia Falls man who pleaded guilty last year to charges stemming from breaking into his ex's home later received a suspended sentence in Flathead County District Court.