Standing up to the pro-IB steamrollers

The recent discussion over the International Baccalaureate curriculum is so typical of modern political debate. The opposing citizens use facts, the curriculum standards themselves, the expensiveness of it and the lackluster results. The proponents of IB use no facts, name-calling, obfuscation, denial, stonewalling, sidestepping and emotionalism to make their argument.

IDFG plans youth waterfowl hunting opportunity

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is offering a mentored waterfowl hunting opportunity for youths between the ages of 10-15. The hunt is planned for Sept. 24, the opening day of the annual youth-only waterfowl season.

Sandefur's child-pornography opinions worse than you've heard

You’ve likely heard the new campaign ad highlighting the sentencing record of Judge Dirk Sandefur, candidate for Montana Supreme Court, regarding child pornography cases. But unlike many 30-second attack ads that are little more than cheap shots, this one doesn’t go far enough. Sandefur’s views are actually worse than what the ad implies.

Don't become another victim of healthcare fraud

You are probably just like me. I get phone scam calls virtually every day, sometimes multiple calls a day. The callers purport to be with the IRS, credit card companies, or online pharmacies.

Youth waterfowl hunting opportunity planned

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is offering a mentored waterfowl hunting opportunity for youths between the ages of 10-15. The hunt is planned for Sept. 24, the opening day of the annual youth-only waterfowl season.

Legals for June, 12 2024

State should manage grizzlies

The recent spate of headlines about grizzly bear attacks and human-bear conflicts highlights the need for the federal government to return management of grizzlies to the state of Montana.

The Latest: Lawyer says more serious charges should be filed

The Latest on the death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:

The Latest: Cases climb, protests break out in Spain

MADRID — Spain’s total number of COVID-19 infections has climbed to more than 1,240,000, but the government said Monday it won’t be introducing stricter lockdown conditions for now.

The Latest: Venezuela to resume flying to four countries

CARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuelan authorities say they’re resuming international flights to four friendly nations seven months after the novel coronavirus quarantine halted commercial airline travel.

The Latest: Kansas sets COVID record for one week

TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas has set another record for its largest number of reported coronavirus cases over seven days.

Quincy council rejects replacement vehicle

QUINCY - Several Quincy councilmembers said officers should check the oil in the patrol cars before using them.

Quincy council rejects replacement vehicle

Quincy council rejects replacement vehicle - Several Quincy councilmembers said officers should check the oil in the patrol cars before using them.

Exhibit items stolen from museum

SANDPOINT — A receipt and a few calendars from an old, long-gone laundry. An old ad encased in plexiglass and attached to the wall.

Kalispell police

Kalispell police arrested a 20-year-old man on suspicion of attempted robbery after he allegedly held a knife to his roommate's throat and demanded $400. The suspect is accused of punching his victim in the face, holding him to the ground, and then demanding to be taken to the bank. The incident occurred outside a First Avenue West bar, where the pair reportedly had been drinking. The suspect was arrested at the victim's residence shortly after police were notified. The victim, a 21-year-old man, was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Rose Crossing luminaria show won't shine this year

For the first time in decades, luminarias will not line Rose Crossing on Christmas Eve.

Marty and Max: 2024 Real Estate Market - Boom or Bust?

Nationally we have higher inventory than last year with 546k single homes of the market. New listings are slightly higher than last year at this time and we have slightly more immediate sales. Remember buyers react more to a large change in rates than the actual rate itself. If rates stay the same, there is a huge buyer demand that we believe will result in a significant increase in the number of transactions.

Marty and Max: 2024 Real Estate Market - Boom or Bust?

Nationally we have higher inventory than last year with 546k single homes of the market. New listings are slightly higher than last year at this time and we have slightly more immediate sales. Remember buyers react more to a large change in rates than the actual rate itself. If rates stay the same, there is a huge buyer demand that we believe will result in a significant increase in the number of transactions.

How to fix inhumane and broken immigration policies

We are former public school teachers residing in Kalispell. For the last five winters we have come to the border of Arizona and Mexico to help teach migrant children who do not have the opportunity to go to school.

'So difficult': Winter snow, cold slam Northwest and Sierra

The National Weather Service said the low was 17 degrees F (-8.3 C) in Seattle on Monday