Full Count: The history behind the hat from Hack

One day during the 2009 college football season Steve Hackney, in his final year as the University of Montana’s equipment manager, told a local reporter, “Hey, got something for you.”

FALL SPORTS PREVIEW 2026: Priest River volleyball boasts camaraderie, eyes a return to state

Priest River volleyball went to state for the first time since their head coach, Katlyn Ward's senior season in 2025, and despite losing eight players from that team, the expectations haven't lessened.

FALL SPORTS PREVIEW 2026: Clark Fork volleyball ready to reclaim control of their destiny

Nearly every game that the Clark Fork Wampus Cats volleyball team played in 2025 went to five sets, including their heartbreaking, season-ending loss to Wallace in the 2A District tournament.

FALL SPORTS PREVIEW 2026: Sandpoint volleyball leaning on underclassmen under Alsager

So, the program is turning back to the one woman who built the team into a powerhouse in the late 2000s, Karen Alsager, who's back for her third stint leading the Bulldogs.

Coeur d'Alene Tribe chairman: Education is key to creating a path toward success

Chief Allan went on to become the first member of his family to attend college when he went to Eastern Washington University, earning a degree in political science. Today, as chairman of The Coeur d’Alene Tribe, he emphasizes the importance of education. His was key to later successes. “My story has always been education. I really push educaiotn. Not only for ourselves, but for everybody. I bleieve education is that tool we can all use,” he said.

Coeur d'Alene Tribe chairman: Education is key to creating a path toward success

Coeur d'Alene Tribe chairman: Education is key to creating a path toward success

Chief Allan went on to become the first member of his family to attend college when he went to Eastern Washington University, earning a degree in political science. Today, as chairman of The Coeur d’Alene Tribe, he emphasizes the importance of education. His was key to later successes. “My story has always been education. I really push educaiotn. Not only for ourselves, but for everybody. I bleieve education is that tool we can all use,” he said.

Gallatin boys, Skyview girls keep repeat hopes alive at State AA

BOZEMAN — One day down and both defending champions are still alive for a repeat in the AA State Basketball Tournament.

HeatPraxia reopens at new location a year after devastating flood

HeatPraxia reopens at new location a year after devastating flood

When Heather Gallegos got the call about some flooding at HeatPraxia, her sauna and cold plunge studio, she assumed there was a problem with the cold plunge tubs.

BASIN SPORTS SCHEDULE: April 24-30

COLUMBIA BASIN – Basin sports is on to another week of competition as teams in their respective sports look to build more success.

Florida announces ban on nursing home visits will be lifted

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday that he will lift the state’s ban on visiting nursing homes that has cut off vulnerable seniors from family since mid-March over fears of spreading

UM's Drew Deck makes a splash again

MISSOULA — The hits keep coming for Drew Deck.

Montana All-Stars finish hoops sweep of Wyoming

Second verse, same as the first.

America's gas-fueled vehicles imperil Biden's climate goals

DETROIT (AP) — For President Joe Biden to reach his ambitious goal of slashing America’s

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Dec. 16 - 22

Busy week takes area sports into the holiday break.

Multiple Montana football players enter transfer portal

As the college football transfer portal opened on Friday, Montana was dealt a blow as multiple players entered their names.

FIFA World Cup predictions: Teams that could make a deep run

The FIFA World Cup always brings favorites, underdogs, and surprise contenders. See which teams could make headlines as the tournament unfolds.

Job Corps centers at risk with proposed Workforce Investment Improvement Act

Sustainable tourism topic of discussion for Whitefish

As visitors continue to pack Whitefish even during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Whitefish City Council tonight will get a first look at a new Sustainable Tourism Management Plan for the city.

ENERGY: Here are answers

I'd like to respond to Bill Irving's recent Letter to the Editor in which he calls on Avista and Kootenai Electric Cooperative (KEC) to sponsor pilot programs in the grading of all commercial buildings.

How you can boost our regional economy

Here in the Idaho Panhandle, we share a common goal. Just like other regions of our great nation, we seek ways to stimulate our local economy with jobs, tax revenue, education and a better way of life.