Ranger: Numerous projects on forest 'wish list'

Christmas is still weeks away, but Sharon Sweeney, the U.S. Forest Service ranger for the Superior District, has already compiled her wish list.

COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Pluid helps Snow College to 12th win of season

Four area athletes also received academic honors

Basin District Tournament Schedule Oct. 29- Nov. 1, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN – District tournament schedules have been updated by the WIAA for teams in the basin. See where your local team will be playing this weekend.

Trade Montana’s Snow for Maui’s Sunshine: Your Perfect Winter Escape

Aloha, Kalispell! Winter in Montana is undeniably beautiful, but when the icy roads and endless snow shoveling start wearing you down, it’s time to trade your heavy coats for breezy aloha shirts.

Delivering broadband

Ask the Propellerheads

Dear PropellerHeads: I don't care so much about health care, but when is the government going to do something about the fact that I can't get broadband service in my area? That's what they really ought to fix.

Animal shelter is a wonderful facility

I have been fuming ever since I read the recent letter about the Panhandle Animal Shelter. Thank God somebody else is, too, and they have spoken up.

Camping Tips for the Lolo National Forest

Some campgrounds and rentals will remain closed due to seasonal conditions and will open later in the summer.

Rare opportunities in Cd'A's desirable Bentwood Park

Bentwood Park has almost been a Neighborhood of the Week several times over the past few years. Unfortunately, every time I’m in there, nothing is for sale.

Upscale living in Hayden at StoneCreek

Neighborhoods in Hayden come in many sizes and varieties. Some come with backyards full of mature trees, while others open up with acreage and spacious lots. Newly-constructed homes appear in pop-up subdivisions that sometimes sit next to popular, established neighborhoods close to key amenities.

Legals for September, 2 2022

COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Bauck nets first collegiate goal in 16-12 win over Utah State

COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Bauck nets first collegiate goal in 16-12 win over Utah State

Shop small, shop local

SANDPOINT — It's that time of year again when shoppers look for great deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but don't forget about great local deals on Small Business Saturday.

Let the county know your opinion on closing Bigfork's dump site

I just spent a frustrating half hour on the phone with Jim, a director at the Flathead County Landfill who recited to me numerous reasons why he intends to close the Bigfork dumpsite on Montana 83. His main argument is that the site gets a lot of use. Really? It would seem to me that heavy use would be an argument for expanding/improving/maintaining the site — not closing it. Jim cites numerous convenience and efficiency reasons for the closure — but the conveniences and efficiencies are all his. More driving time, more gasoline use, more air pollution, more traffic, more accidents — all consequences of closing the Bigfork site and forcing us to travel to Creston or Somers for waste disposal — are not considered in Jim’s “consolidation” plan. He tells me that no one has voiced an objection to the county commissioners. I urge Bigfork residents to change that. If you feel we need a dumpsite, make your voice heard. Call Jim at 758-5910 and the commissioners at 758-5503.

Let the county know your opinion on closing Bigfork's dump site

I just spent a frustrating half hour on the phone with Jim, a director at the Flathead County Landfill who recited to me numerous reasons why he intends to close the Bigfork dumpsite on Montana 83. His main argument is that the site gets a lot of use. Really? It would seem to me that heavy use would be an argument for expanding/improving/maintaining the site — not closing it. Jim cites numerous convenience and efficiency reasons for the closure — but the conveniences and efficiencies are all his. More driving time, more gasoline use, more air pollution, more traffic, more accidents — all consequences of closing the Bigfork site and forcing us to travel to Creston or Somers for waste disposal — are not considered in Jim’s “consolidation” plan. He tells me that no one has voiced an objection to the county commissioners. I urge Bigfork residents to change that. If you feel we need a dumpsite, make your voice heard. Call Jim at 758-5910 and the commissioners at 758-5503.

Retail sales fall 0.5% in February, biggest drop since 2018

WASHINGTON (AP) — Retail sales fell 0.5% in February, the largest drop in more than a year, indicating that the consumer sector was slowing even before the coronavirus struck with force in the United States. Economists said they were looking for even weaker numbers in coming months.

Retail sales fall 0.5% in February, biggest drop since 2018

WASHINGTON (AP) — Retail sales fell 0.5% in February, the largest drop in more than a year, indicating that the consumer sector was slowing even before the coronavirus struck with force in the United States. Economists said they were looking for even weaker numbers in coming months.

Debt Collectors May Now Contact Consumers by E-mail, Text, and Social Media

The Department of Finance is advising Idaho consumers that debt collectors may now use non-traditional avenues to communicate with consumers when attempting to collect a debt.

When a skunk goes after your garden

Skunks love autumn as our backyard gardens fill up with ripe vegetables.

A big stinkin' ordeal

Skunks love autumn as our backyard gardens fill up with ripe vegetables.

Invasive pike found at Kalispell family fishing site

State wildlife officials snagged a non-native northern pike in Kalispell’s Pine Grove Pond last week.