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October 1, 2023 midnight

Flathead Business Watercooler

Business events, trainings and seminars

November 22, 2022 11 p.m.

“Flathead River in Paint” Online Auction is live and continues until Dec. 7

After an engaging and well-attended debut of artwork from the plein-air painting event at Montana Modern Fine Art in Kalispell on Nov. 9th, online bidding has begun on 23 pieces created for the Flathead River In Paint which kicks off fundraising for the Owen Sowerwine conservation project.

Frank Clovis, 69
June 14, 2023 1 a.m.

Frank Clovis, 69

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the unexpected passing of Frank Clovis.

Brenda Ruth Shaffer, 71
May 25, 2023 1 a.m.

Brenda Ruth Shaffer, 71

Brenda Ruth Shaffer, 71, lived in Hayden Lake, Idaho.

Eileen Mee
February 17, 2023 7 a.m.

Eileen Mee

Eileen Mee

Rita Darlene Hanson, 83
August 3, 2023 1 a.m.

Rita Darlene Hanson, 83

Rita Darlene Hanson was born on April 29, 1940, to Cecil and Bernice (Rew) Dobler in Worley, Idaho.

Norma Rae Vinson
August 8, 2023 7 a.m.

Norma Rae Vinson

Norma Rae Vinson

September 5, 2017 7:35 p.m.

Kalispell welcomes The Wall

The Vietnam War cost nearly 270 Montanans their lives, and the soldiers who made it back returned home to far less than a hero’s welcome.

June 22, 2018 4 a.m.

Minding Our Business Libby's Aunt T's Coffee Corner has new owners

Mati Bishop and Randa Holm have assumed ownership of Aunt T’s Coffee Corner, which has been open for business at 417 Mineral Ave. in Libby for almost two years.

May 15, 2025 midnight

Volunteers plant 33 ponderosa pines at Finley Point park

On Earth Day 2025, Encompass LLC sponsored a tree restoration project at the Finley Point Unit of Flathead Lake State Park in partnership with Montana State Parks, AmeriCorps and the Montana State Parks Foundation.

Work resumes this week on U.S. 2 between Rose Crossing and Glacier Park International Airport
September 23, 2025 midnight

Work resumes this week on U.S. 2 between Rose Crossing and Glacier Park International Airport

The Montana Department of Transportation and LHC Inc. are resuming work on the U.S. 2 Rose Crossing to Glacier Park International Airport project.

Jim Nethercott, 68
November 20, 2025 11 p.m.

Jim Nethercott, 68

Jim Lee Nethercott, age 68, of Polson, passed away Nov. 17, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Polson of natural causes. Visitation will be on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. with a funeral at 11 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Polson. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery.

Moms in Prayer conference announced
February 21, 2025 1 a.m.

Moms in Prayer conference announced

That group, Moms in Prayer, is an international, nondenominational Christian ministry that gathers moms together weekly to pray for their children and local schools. There are more than 12 groups meeting weekly in North Idaho

October 10, 2025 midnight

Applications open for chance at a D.C. trip for local students

Flathead Electric Cooperative partners with the Montana Electric Cooperatives’ Association and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association each year to send two to three local students to Washington, D.C. for “Youth Tour.” Applications for 2026 Youth Tour are open through Oct. 31.

Steven 'Roy' LeRoy Ziesmer, 86
February 20, 2026 1 a.m.

Steven 'Roy' LeRoy Ziesmer, 86

Steven “Roy” LeRoy Ziesmer, 86, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away Feb. 15, 2026, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho. Roy was born in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, in 1939 to Ben and Ruth (Poulton) Ziesmer.

Steven 'Roy' LeRoy Ziesmer, 86
February 24, 2026 1 a.m.

Steven 'Roy' LeRoy Ziesmer, 86

Steven “Roy” LeRoy Ziesmer, 86, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away Feb. 15, 2026, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho. Roy was born in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, in 1939 to Ben and Ruth (Poulton) Ziesmer.

Steven 'Roy' LeRoy Ziesmer, 86
February 24, 2026 1 a.m.

Steven 'Roy' LeRoy Ziesmer, 86

Steven “Roy” LeRoy Ziesmer, 86, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away Feb. 15, 2026, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho. Roy was born in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, in 1939 to Ben and Ruth (Poulton) Ziesmer.

Color me diva-licious
May 6, 2026 3 a.m.

Color me diva-licious

This pint‑size Diva is ready to PAW‑ty her way into your heart. At just five months old, this cream‑blond chihuahua mix is fur‑bulous, fully spayed, vaccinated, microchipped – and absolutely ready to brush up on her forever home. Add a little color, a little sass, and a whole lot of puppy love to your life. Adopt Diva from Grant County Animal Outreach and let your world go from black‑and‑white to PAW‑some. Visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org to fill out her application. Send your completed coloring pages to [email protected] for a chance to be featured in an issue of the paper. This spot is sponsored by Hot Springs Spa & Leisure. To sponsor the Pet of the Day, call Jeannie at 509-765-4561.

Love like this deserves center stage
May 7, 2026 3 a.m.

Love like this deserves center stage

Dolly Pawton is a one‑year‑old domestic medium hair mix who’s ready to go from shelter life to living her best Jolene‑free dream. This small, black-and-white beauty is already spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped, so she’s working nine to five on being the purr‑fect companion. She may not sing, but Dolly will absolutely steal your heart – and maybe your favorite sunny spot. Whether she’s striking a pose or keeping it mellow, this girl proves that love is like a butterfly… soft, sweet, and meant to land right at home. So, if you’re looking for a forever friend who’ll make your life brighter than rhinestones on a country‑music jacket, don’t let this Dolly pass you by. Dolly Pawton is waiting to be adopted at Grant County Animal Outreach—and trust us, this is one adoption that won’t give you the blues. Visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org to fill out her application today. This spot is sponsored by Hot Springs Spa & Leisure. To sponsor the Pet of the Day, call Jeannie at 509-765-4561.

Meet Baby Girl
September 18, 2026 3 a.m.

Meet Baby Girl

Baby Girl is ready to promote you from casual dog admirer to full-time best friend. With her blonde-and-black coat and sweet personality, she's proof that the best things in life come in mixed packages. At 3 years old, Baby Girl has left the puppy chaos behind but still has plenty of tail-powered enthusiasm for life's adventures. She's spayed, vaccinated, and ready to move into a forever home where she can trade shelter life for couch privileges. If you've been waiting for a sign to add a little more joy to your daily routine, consider this your official paw-clamation. Don't let the name fool you. Baby Girl may be grown up, but she's still looking for someone to love her like she's the newest member of the family. To adopt Jerry or another furry friend, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org or call 509-762-9616. This spot is sponsored by Hot Springs Spa & Leisure. To sponsor the Pet of the Day, call the Columbia Basin Herald Advertising Manager Jeannie Austin-Cook at 509-765-4561.