Accused drug smuggler sees felony case dismissed

A 23-year-old accused of smuggling fentanyl into the Flathead County Detention Center last year saw the felony charge filed against her dismissed in January.

Man suspected of pointing gun at homeless people earns deferred sentence

A man accused of threatening a group of homeless people along Kalispell’s Parkline Trail with a gun last fall earned a deferred sentence in Flathead County District Court earlier this month.

Capital One to buy Discover for $35 billion in deal that combines major US credit card companies

It also will give Discover's payment network a major credit card partner in a way that could make the payment network a major competitor once again.

Washington man sentenced for burglary conviction

Kaya apologized and asked forgiveness and said he had written a letter of apology to the victims.

Griz losing DC Bradford to NFL's Dolphins

Ronnie Bradford, who guided Montana’s resurgent defense during a run to the Division I Football championship game, is on his way back to the National Football League.

37 local wrestlers place at Mat Classic

TACOMA – Nearly 70 wrestlers traveled from the Columbia Basin to Tacoma to compete in the Mat Classic last week, with 37 wrestlers reaching the podium in their respective classifications.

Speaker to Dems: ‘Don’t be like Missouri’

Jess Piper keynotes 2024 Democracy Dinner

Blue Missouri Executive Director Jess Piper shared a warning with attendees of the 2024 Democracy Dinner: “Don’t be like Missouri — do not go down this path.”

Hula Pot restaurant opens in downtown Cd'A

Featuring a Hawaiian theme and menu, Hula Pot restaurant has opened at 114 N. Fourth St. in the former Canton location.

Parade shines as Winter Carnival fun kicks off

Short, sweet, and a whole lot of fun. That sums up Friday's annual Winter Carnival parade. The fan-favorite event attracted hundreds of residents who lined the streets along Church and Oak Streets and Second and Fourth avenues as families and fans of winter turned out on a chilly night to kick off the annual celebration.

Letters to the editor Feb. 18

Letters to the editor Feb. 18

Legals for February, 17 2024

Lions defeat Eagles in Central Washington 1B title game

WENATCHEE – A 25-point first quarter jumpstarted the Lions in their district championship win over Soap Lake Thursday night, defeating the Eagles 78-45 and advancing to the 1B Boys State Basketball Tournament.

STATE 5A GIRLS BASKETBALL: Lake City rolls past Middleton, nearly sets record

“We knew coming into the state tournament, something that can set you apart is effort and energy,” said first-year Lake City coach David Pratt, who coached at Mt. Spokane the past eight seasons. “And we give all the effort and energy on each play that we have. We set the tone early and I felt really good about that tone.”

Legals for February, 16 2024

City combats cyberattack

Experts say online intrusions becoming more frequent, sophisticated and costly to fend off

The city has been working with national cybersecurity and data forensics consultants to resolve the situation, according to a press release.

Mavs send five boys, two girls wrestlers to state

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake boys and girls wrestling teams qualified a combined seven wrestlers for this year’s Mat Classic, with the Maverick boys sending five and the girls sending two to Tacoma.

Boundary County Court Records - Feb. 12, 2024

Boundary County Court Records for the week of Feb. 15.

Mission man admits to striking, killing friend with vehicle

A St. Ignatius man admitted to striking a friend and fellow party attendee with his truck and killing the man. Tommy Van Mahseelah, 20, entered a plea of guilty in Polson District Court Feb. 7 to felony negligent homicide.

Pearl Jam sets Missoula performance on world tour

Pearl Jam was formed in Seattle in 1990. The band's lineup consists of bassist Jeff Ament, rhythm guitarist Stone Gossard, lead guitarist Mike McCready, lead singer/guitarist Eddie Vedder and drummer Matt Cameron.

Looking back: Skier rescued from tree well; crime rate soars

A target of $3 million was announced for the Whitefish Credit Union at the annual meeting.