Clark Fork River named one of the 10 most endangered rivers in America

It’s not the first time a Montana river has made the list. The Smith River was named in 2018 and 2016; the Middle Fork of the Flathead River was named to the list in 2017 and the Kootenai River made the list in 2013.

OPEC pushes Russia for deep output cuts amid virus outbreak

VIENNA (AP) — The OPEC oil cartel is trying to convince Russia and other non-member producers to join in deep production cuts to prevent weak oil prices from falling even further as the virus outbreak disrupts the global economy.

USACE seeking public input on master plan

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking public input on the corps’ Albeni Falls Dam Project Master Plan, which will impact the next five years of recreation in the county.

OPINION: Vietnam War Veterans Day reminds us of what it means to serve

March 29 is Vietnam War Veterans Day, the day set aside to remember and honor those who served in that ill-fated war. A phone call earlier this month brought to mind a perfect example of what dedicated service-to-country looks like. My friend, James Peterson, called to say that he would be undergoing surgery for a dangerous cancer, likely the result of his substantial exposure to Agent Orange during two tours of service with the Special Forces (SF) in Vietnam. It hit me hard because here was a man who had dedicated his life to standing up for his country and now was faced with a hefty price.

Spring water safety

During the last couple of weeks there have been three tragic drownings of local folks enjoying some of Northwest Montana’s rivers and lakes.

Kalispell's homeless report string of attacks

Members of Kalispell’s homeless community and the social workers who serve them are reporting an uptick in harassment and violence in city parks.

NATIONAL VALUES: How times have changed

NATIONAL VALUES: How times have changed

Asia Today: More businesses reopen in Philippine capital

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Fitness gyms, barber shops and internet cafes were allowed to reopen partly in the Philippine capital Tuesday as the government further eased quarantine restrictions despite the country having the most coronavirus infections in Southeast Asia.

Murphy signs $14B business tax break bill into law

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law Thursday a bill authorizing over $14 billion in tax credits for businesses.

Top-ranking Mormon leader L. Tom Perry dies from cancer

Amazon opens online pharmacy, shaking up another industry

NEW YORK (AP) — Now at Amazon.com: insulin and inhalers.

City renews contract with Lake City Law

After tabling a contract renewal with Lake City Law at an early October council meeting, councilmembers voted to renew the contract Oct. 18.

Asia Today: More businesses reopen in Philippine capital

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Fitness gyms, barber shops and internet cafes were allowed to reopen partly in the Philippine capital Tuesday as the government further eased quarantine restrictions despite the country having the most coronavirus infections in Southeast Asia.

A troubling trend: Letting government run itself

So why are both parties now moving aggressively at the state and federal level to cut the public out of government decision-making?

National Guard faces off with protesters hours after arriving in Los Angeles on Trump's orders

Video showed uniformed officers shooting off the smoke-filled canisters as they advanced into the street, forcing protesters to retreat. It was not immediately clear what prompted the use of chemical irritants or which law enforcement agency fired them.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Want your beloved Zags to challenge for national title? Then pay up

Is there a donor or collective out there, someone willing to point the Zags toward the Final Four? Here’s your chance.

Roma beats Torino 3-1 to move level with 3rd-place Juventus

ROME (AP) — Roma beat 10-man Torino 3-1 in Serie A on Thursday to move level on points with third-place Juventus and leave visiting coach Marco Giampaolo under more pressure.

Harris raised a massive $310 million in July, as she looks to reset November's race against Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris ' campaign announced Friday that it raised $310 million last month, an eyepopping sum showing that donors who once seemed spooked about the prospects for November's election with President Joe Biden are now offering mountains of cash to boost his former No. 2.

Lady Lions knock off visiting Pateros Nannies

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MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Christian Academy Lady Lions moved into third place in the North Central Washington 1B volleyball standings Tuesday night with a decisive victory over visiting Pateros.

Virus Outbreak, ADVISORY

President Donald Trump’s attempt to project a more serious tone about the coronavirus lasted for about a week. He resumed spreading misinformation Tuesday about how to fight the virus and amplifying criticism of Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert. Fauci said he’d keep his head down and do his job. Trump sowed fresh doubt about the most effective ways to treat COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus, and risked undermining his own recent admonitions to wear masks and maintain a social distance while hoping a vaccine will emerge in the coming months.