Moving History Forward: 'The Queen of The Lake'

Georgie Oakes’ builder came from Portland at the request of the Northern Pacific Railroad.

'Tis the season for traditions

Holiday traditions a cultural blend

Thanks for noticing the little lights are not twinkling.

Law roundup: Chilly dog a cause for concern

A resident grew concerned after they spotted a neighbor’s dog out in the extreme cold and contacted the Kalispell Police Department to see what could be done about the likely chilly canine.

Locals can recycle glass at nonprofit fundraiser

It’s been over 10 months since Flathead Valley residents have been able to recycle their glass locally. Changes in the global recycling market, coupled with the high cost of transporting materials, have rocked local programs and forced the last remaining glass recycler, New World Recycling, to close up shop last November.

Donald Doane

Donald Doane passed away April 1, 2013 at the Montana Veterans Home.

Donald Doane

Donald Doane passed away April 1, 2013 at the Montana Veterans Home.

Coffee shop treats inspire canine photo book

Buzz’n’Bagles isn’t just about getting a drive-thru fix of Java and a meal — for canines it’s all about the dog treats.

Harriet Lucille Snyder, 96

Harriet Lucille (Herington) Snyder, 96, ascended into glory on Aug. 19, 2025.

Former school converted to event center

For countless students and teachers, fall means a return to the classroom and another year of sharing one of life's most challenging times with familiar faces, often in an equally familiar setting. However, one group of local students and staff were not among them.

Former school converted to event center

For countless students and teachers, fall means a return to the classroom and another year of sharing one of life's most challenging times with familiar faces, often in an equally familiar setting. However, one group of local students and staff were not among them.

City Commission hears proposal from golf association

The Polson Bay Golf Association, a local non-profit, presented a draft proposal during a Polson City Commission Workshop on Thursday, March 18, to lease the Polson Bay Golf Course.

My take on the AmeriCorps SNAP challenge

AmeriCorps member Jeni Roberts has provided food for thought with her SNAP challenge. SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and it replaced what we have known as the Food Stamp Program.

World/Nation Briefs April 8, 2011

Strong aftershock hits northeast Japan

Driver's sentence questioned

A drunk driver who ran down two Flathead Valley teenagers near Plains in March 2007 may serve as little as one year in Montana State Prison - a prospect that has riled some members of the community.

Driver's sentence questioned

A drunk driver who ran down two Flathead Valley teenagers near Plains in March 2007 may serve as little as one year in Montana State Prison — a prospect that has riled some members of the community.

Letters to the editor, May 13

Our Youth

Driver's sentence questioned

A drunk driver who ran down two Flathead Valley teenagers near Plains in March 2007 may serve as little as one year in Montana State Prison — a prospect that has riled some members of the community.

Driver's sentence questioned

A drunk driver who ran down two Flathead Valley teenagers near Plains in March 2007 may serve as little as one year in Montana State Prison — a prospect that has riled some members of the community.

Fourth of July celebrated

Hundreds of on-lookers lined Old US Highway 10 in downtown St. Regis Monday afternoon to enjoy the Fourth of July Parade. The parade kicked off a day full of events to celebrate the national holiday.

Two Mile apartment complex gets OK

A proposal for a major apartment complex on the west side of Kalispell has received a recommendation of approval by the Kalispell Planning Board.