Gambling shuts down in Nevada under governor's virus order

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Casinos throughout Nevada were closed Wednesday along with other nonessential businesses following an unprecedented order from Gov. Steve Sisolak, who urged people to go home and stay there to help contain the coronavirus pandemic.

Holiday shoppers increased spending by 3.8% despite higher prices

Holiday sales from the beginning of November through Christmas Eve climbed 3.8%, outpacing the 3.1% increase from a year earlier, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks all kinds of payments including cash and debit cards. The last five days of the season accounted for 10% of the spending.

Shopping local for Christmas keepsakes becomes holiday tradition

Every year, my family and I carefully select two identical Christmas ornaments that represent the last 12 months. One is placed on our tree and the other is carefully tucked away for our daughter’s future family tree. Over the years we have chosen a ballerina, an English bulldog, a basketball player and a Santa.

Homemade touch wins Miller's Country Store plenty of fans

SANDPOINT — There’s nothing quite like the homemade touch, as fans of Miller’s County Store will tell you.

Legals for June, 19 2023

Wasn't America once the leader in alternative energy?

To the Editor:

Zinke: CFAC needs state oversight

During my last visit home in the Flathead, in between spring cleaning and shuttling my son to his track meets, I read an article in the paper about Senator Tester’s visit to the CFAC facility in Columbia Falls. Only a month earlier, I made a similar visit to gauge the progress that’s being made. As a Flathead native, it gives me great relief and optimism that this issue is receiving the attention it deserves and that crews are making progress. People should be engaged because we are all in this together, and it affects us all. While there is some difference in how we get to the goal, I think we all agree that Glencore must be held accountable and the site must be fully cleaned and restored so that it can once again contribute to, not weaken, the community. 

Zinke: CFAC needs state oversight

During my last visit home in the Flathead, in between spring cleaning and shuttling my son to his track meets, I read an article in the paper about Senator Tester’s visit to the CFAC facility in Columbia Falls. Only a month earlier, I made a similar visit to gauge the progress that’s being made. As a Flathead native, it gives me great relief and optimism that this issue is receiving the attention it deserves and that crews are making progress. People should be engaged because we are all in this together, and it affects us all. While there is some difference in how we get to the goal, I think we all agree that Glencore must be held accountable and the site must be fully cleaned and restored so that it can once again contribute to, not weaken, the community. 

Shoppers hit small businesses Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Two shoppers were looking at ceramic pebbles with inspirational sayings at Art Garden Pottery Saturday afternoon.

A caller asked Kalispell police to find the guy rummaging through a thrift store drop box. He was last seen running toward Sykes, dropping items as he fled.

Kalispell police

Pierce Auto named top chamber business

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce has named Pierce Auto Center as its business of the month for their commitment to community-oriented giving.

New Town Pump south of town opens

The new Town Pump gas station and convenience store at the intersection of Highway 93 and Montana 40 opened quietly on Dec. 16.

New store to sell made in Montana outdoor equipment

Handmade signs with names of towns and places in the Flathead Valley hang on the walls along with a pair of antique ice skates, and a view of the river in the back creates the rustic and creative vibe that Hilary and Levi Shepard were going for with their new store, The Mountaineer.

Community events: Santa at club

Santa Claus will be at the Boys and Girls Club across the road from Glacier Gateway Elementary from 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 11, Anyone can come and visit with Santa at this free event. There will be refreshments and activities for children.

Legals for March, 19 2025

Old challenges, new location

Food bank’s donations drop as need keeps climbing

SANDPOINT — It’s a far cry from picking up a pre-assembled box of foodstuffs to picking out your own groceries, which is why the Bonner Community Food Center made the shift this year to a format that looks and operates like a real market.

County amends permit to allow longer bridge

The permit for a bridge from property on Holt drive to Dockstader Island was recently amended to add an additional 58 feet to the length of the structure.

Chamber readies for annual farm tour

The Agriculture and Forestry Committee of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce will be conducting its 43rd annual Farm Tour on Wednesday, June 17.

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Food bank relies on community to help others

To donate to the food bank, its services or to volunteer, go online to foodbank83864.com.