Federal funding cuts leave Flathead Valley food banks looking to fill shelves

The county is home to several food banks that provide both fresh and non-perishable goods to thousands of families, seniors and working people. While food banks stock their shelves in various ways, including private donations, grocery surpluses, and buying food, they also lean on the federal government for assistance in buying fresh, home-grown items.

Glacier’s Presley flips commitment to Montana State

Jackson Presley, the decorated Glacier High quarterback who will be a senior this fall, has flipped his college commitment from Boise State to Montana State.

MLHS bests Sunnyside in Friday doubleheader

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks triumphed in their doubleheader against Sunnyside Friday afternoon, winning the first game 11-1 and the second 10-0 with a walk off by Noah Hernandez. “We got up early, like seven, nothing, our pitchers continued to throw strikes, our defense did a great job and then we finished it off on a 10-run rule in the first game just like we did in the second one on a walk-off,” said Mavs head coach Donnie Lindgren.

'The end of an era' with Tom Richards' passing

Tom Richards leaves legacy of generosity, caring for community

Tom Richards passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on March 22, 2025, in Palm Springs, Calif. He was 88. The Coeur d’Alene High School graduate built a name for himself by building up his hometown and those around him, said his son. Tom and his identical twin brother John were born on March 17, 1937, in Spokane, to John Smith and Ruth (Triplett) Richards. Raised in Hayden Lake, Tom Richards graduated from Stanford University with a degree in economics and earned his master’s in business Administration from Harvard.

Bonner County History - April 1, 2025

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

Area veteran reflects on 'The last hurrah'

Vietnam veteran reflects on 'Operation Frequent Wind'

Amos is particularly proud that National Vietnam War Veterans Day, signed into law by President Donald Trump in 2017, is today, March 29. It leads him to reflect on time with the Marine Corps nearly 50 years ago . It was in 1975, from April 18 to May 13, Amos was the Commanding Officer, Detachment Tango, Amphibious Evacuation Security Force, Third Marine Division, in connection with what was called “Operation Frequent Wind.”

'Thrift Store That Builds Homes' expands

ReStore Manager Teresa Roberts said the new space will allow The ReStore to sell more furniture and clothing. Three dressing rooms were built and makeshift shelving throughout the store has been replaced by new shelving from a retailer that went out of business.

Senate kills Idaho State Tax Commission budget because of added costs for school choice tax credit program

The Idaho Senate on Monday killed the budget for the Idaho State Tax Commission, which included $675,000 to implement a school choice tax credit program approved by the Legislature this year.

Legals for April, 1 2025

Flathead man sentenced for 2023 killing of homeless man in Kalispell

The Flathead Valley man charged in the murder of a homeless man in the parking lot of a Kalispell gas station in 2023 was sentenced Monday to serve time at the Montana State Prison.

Coeur d'Alene High senior focuses project on money matters

Coeur d'Alene High senior focuses project on money matters

When Coeur d'Alene High School senior Aniston Ewing was a little girl, she went to run errands with her grandfather. “He had to fill up his tank of gas and by the end of it, he had this little notebook," she said. "I was curious; I didn’t know what he was doing so I asked him.” Her grandfather was doing some good old-fashioned budget balancing.

Athol's Iron Pizza Co. under new ownership

The new leadership team at Iron Pizza Co. have big plans for the future of the pizza joint under the new mantra, ‘local and social.’

Senate kills funding for high-needs students

The Idaho Senate on Tuesday narrowly killed a bill that would have provided $3 million to fund services for high-needs students.

Mitchell named DYW Sandpoint 2025

Mackenzie Mitchell has been named Sandpoint's Distinguished Young Woman 2025. Mitchell, a junior at Sandpoint High School, was selected for the honor at a March 22 program. She receives a $3,000 scholarship.

Giving Together: Montanans take care of each other

Those of us lucky enough to call Montana home know that our state is like no other.

Hayden veteran reflects on 'The last hurrah'

Vietnam veteran reflects on 'Operation Frequent Wind'

Amos is particularly proud that National Vietnam War Veterans Day, signed into law by President Donald Trump in 2017, is today, March 29. It leads him to reflect on time with the Marine Corps nearly 50 years ago . It was in 1975, from April 18 to May 13, Amos was the Commanding Officer, Detachment Tango, Amphibious Evacuation Security Force, Third Marine Division, in connection with what was called “Operation Frequent Wind.”

Libby Video Club keeps community connected

It’s only funding comes from local donations and we appreciate this support.

Gravel Pit Fire arsonist headed to Deer Lodge

Cuffe followed the terms of the plea deal that...

Homeownership in reach for Hispanic buyers

MOSES LAKE — The National Association of Realtors recently released its “2025 Snapshot of Race and Home Buying in America,” and the numbers tell several different stories, particularly where Hispanic homeowners and buyers are concerned.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend