Howard Mudd, former NFL player, standout coach, dies at 78

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Health department overwhelmed with vaccine requests

Staff working on backlog of 8,000 voicemail messages

Flathead City-County Health Department officials say those looking to be vaccinated may wait weeks for call back.

Many states are banning texting to improve driving safety

There's no disputing the fact that distracted driving is a huge problem in America.

Easier CPR technique can help anyone save a life

(ARA) - CPR has come a long way since the early days when cardiac arrest victims had air blown into their lungs with fireplace bellows, were rolled over a wine barrel or strapped across the back of a horse that was sent galloping across a field.

Spring into action this car care season

(ARA) - As Americans start to clean up their act, they often focus on cleaning and maintenance tasks essential to keeping their homes in good repair. However, they often forget to take the same care with their vehicles.

How to get a custom closet on a do-it-yourself budget

(ARA) - Both fashion and budget-conscious Americans alike are taking better care of their clothing and other possessions, starting with how they store them. But if you haven't been reading today's most popular home and style magazines, sneaking a peak inside your neighbor's closets, or house-hunting lately, you might not have noticed: Closets have evolved from clumsy and non-functional to downright fabulous.

The importance of medication management and diabetes

(ARA) - Nearly 24 million Americans have diabetes, and as most people with diabetes know, fluctuating levels of sugar in the bloodstream can be dangerous. Because many people with diabetes also have other conditions, like high blood pressure and high cholesterol, they often need to manage multiple medications.

Sweeten the grilling season with fresh corn

When the weather's warm, you don't need a special occasion to cook out, picnic or throw a patio party. Any fine day is a good reason to scrub down the grill and heat up your inner outdoor cook.

Keeping your hectic home stylish and family friendly

(ARA) - For busy families, finding ways to keep the home fresh, decorative and family-friendly can be a challenge. But there are ways to keep your home organized without sacrificing style and beauty in an active household, including stylish

Drivers: 10 things you need to know about sharing the road with motorcycles

Anyone who rides a motorcycle knows it comes with risks. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) estimates that 4,762 motorcyclists died in accidents in 2009. Now for the good news: It was the first time in 12 years that motorcycle fatalities decreased.

Conquer closet creep with these time-saving tips

(ARA) - Closet creep is real. No, your possessions aren't multiplying in the middle of the night, though it may seem that way. But it does take resolve to tame the tendency to keep more than is discarded so your home stays organized and clutter-free.

AP FACT CHECK: Biden admin wrong on vaccine pace, elderly

WASHINGTON (AP) — For an administration that prides itself on talking straight about the pandemic, the self-congratulation Wednesday went too far.

Kalispell OKs alcohol permit amendments

Businesses can now apply for permits to serve alcohol at special events in downtown Kalispell.

Coding team named semifinalists in international challenge

Isabelle Ashley, Makayla Davenport and Taylor Pooton’s spelling app “Word Keys” has entered the world stage.

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Swine flu, West Nile virus are here

The Flathead City-County Health Department confirmed Sept. 10 a case of H1N1 Òswine fluÓ influenza illness in Flathead County. The disease is affecting both children and adults within the county, and the number of persons experiencing influenza like symptoms appears to be increasing.

A bad credit score doesn't end car loan and credit opportunities

Americans rely heavily on cars and credit cards, and when a credit score gets in the way of obtaining one or both of these items, it can make life difficult.

Wanted: a new generation of lifesavers

(ARA) - When she spotted the dying man, Desiree Rossi took action when no one else would. Although a crowd of adults surrounded the collapsed body near Desiree's bus stop in Pawtucket, R.I., they were frozen - but not her. Rossi ordered an adult to call 9-1-1 and then she started CPR. She was 17.

Why you need to stand out at trade shows - and how to do it

Trade shows can be a bad news/good news proposition. The bad news? It might cost your business a bit to go. However, the good news is something that you can hardly put a price tag on. What will you get for your investment? Exposure, networking opportunities, new business, the chance to be seen as a major presence, and, depending on what industry you're in, press coverage. You could be seeing the benefits of going to a trade show for a long time to come.

Seniors: How to live independently and safely

(ARA) - Retirement is a great time to enjoy life - especially in your own home. But if you - or your parents - are starting to slow down, suffering from occasional imbalance or are having difficulty living safely in your home, it could limit your independence, and potentially cause you harm.