Kalispell ag teacher receives national FFA honor

Kalispell FFA adviser and agricultural education teacher Justin Heupel received the National FFA Organization’s highest degree for his exceptional service to agricultural education and FFA on a national level.

Gianforte highlights budget proposals at Kalispell Chamber event

Gov. Greg Gianforte touted the state’s budget surplus and boosted his plans for the windfall at an event organized for the Flathead Valley business community by the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.

Montana democrats announce their priorities for the 2023 legislative session

Montana Senate and House Democrats say they are focusing on lowering the cost of living and child care, providing property tax relief, addressing mental health and more in the 2023 legislative session, which began Monday.

US jobless claim applications fall to lowest in 14 weeks

Also Thursday morning, the payroll processing firm ADP reported that the U.S. economy gained 235,000 jobs, well above expectations

Mitchell ready for session

The 2023 legislative session is shaping up to deliver on the Montana Values that House District 3 voters overwhelming endorsed in November.

Legals for January, 5 2023

Match-ups to watch this week

Sports are back after winter break and it couldn’t come at a better time. Things heat up for Mission Valley athletics in a hurry with rivalry match-ups and important conference and league battles that are just a short drive from home.

Coaching from the mayor's seat

Eric Huffine probably has more on his plate than most high school wrestling coaches.

Legals for January, 5 2023

Legals for January, 5 2023

Jeffrey L. Secord

On Feb. 10, 1958, a mischievous angel with a wicked sense of humor was born to Gladyce and Leonard Secord in Kalispell. Jeffrey Len Secord had a full and fun life but flew from this earth on Oct. 25, 2022, after a courageous battle with malignant melanoma.

Another type of warning for NIC

Moody's considering downgrading the college's bond ratings

North Idaho College’s bond ratings are under review for downgrade, following recent actions by the board of trustees.

MY TURN: Don't forget the students; reinstate Swayne

The last couple of years have been challenging for all of us. In particular, it's been an extremely difficult time at North Idaho College. I am not going to go down the path of disparaging anyone personally. I don't feel that is the way to solve the problems at North Idaho College. What I want to communicate about are the forgotten individuals at North Idaho College and the decisions that have been made that can potentially be so damaging to them and our entire community.

Another type of warning for NIC

Moody's considering downgrading the college's bond ratings

North Idaho College’s bond ratings are under review for downgrade, following recent actions by the board of trustees.

Legals for January, 4 2023

Ratliff selected for East-West Shrine Game

There are good athletes who succeed, and there are good athletes who succeed with respect and hard work.

“Photography is 90 percent man, 10 percent equipment”: A quick peek into the life of Herman Schnitzmeyer

The Bigfork Eagle's first history column of 2023 focuses on the work of photographer Herman Schnitzmeyer. Bigfork History Project Volunteer Kyle Steler said this is one article he could write in pictures alone.

Lions place fifth at MVC holiday tournament

MOSES LAKE – Like many local teams, the Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lady Lions spent part of their winter break on the basketball court. The Lions traveled over the Cascades to play in the Mount Vernon Christian Holiday Hoops Tournament last week. MLCA/CCS Head Coach Josh Kast said the tournament was a great experience for the team, who have high expectations for this season...

Seahawks unexpectedly reach Week 18 with chance at playoffs

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The idea that the Seattle Seahawks would go into Week 18 with a chance at the playoffs seemed ludicrous back during training camp. At that point, the Seahawks were expected to be among the worst teams in the league this season.

Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

On Christmas day vandals attacked four power substations in Pierce County, Washington, stopping power to 14,000 customers.