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In Kabul, Pentagon chief speaks of 'responsible end' to war

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, on his first visit to Afghanistan as Pentagon chief, said Sunday that the Biden administration wants to see “a responsible end” to America's longest war, but the level of violence must decrease for “fruitful" diplomacy to have a chance.

Bullock announces first phase of reopening Montana

HELENA (AP) — Montana’s churches can hold services on Sunday and some businesses will be able to reopen Monday as long as they practice social distancing, Gov. Steve Bullock said Wednesday in easing coronavirus restrictions.

Boundary picked for post-election audit

Boundary County has been selected by the Idaho Secretary of State’s Office for its post-election audit of the May 21 primary election. The audit will be conducted Monday, June 3.

Covid vaccine clinic draws hundreds of kids

Christmas carols and health-care workers clad in elf costumes greeted over 200 children and their parents at a Covid-19 vaccination clinic Wednesday at the Flathead County Fairgrounds.

Freshmen receivers get chance with Tennessee this season

The Tennessee Volunteers have to replace their top two wide receivers, and a group of freshmen will get the opportunity to help fill the void left by the loss of Jajuan Jennings and Marquez Callaway.

El Paso Walmart shooting victim dies, death toll now 23

EL PASO, Teas (AP) — A man shot in the Aug. 3

Laura M. Dittner, 63

Laura M. Dittner, born on May 21, 1960, in Wallace, Idaho, passed away in Smelterville, Idaho, on April 1, 2024.

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Considers 0% NRA ratings a plus

According to the campaigns, Tim Sheehy and Greg Gianforte have 100% ratings from the National Rifle Association while their Democratic challengers, Ryan Busse and Jon Tester, have 0% ratings.

Mexico City closes bars, limits eateries as virus cases rise

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico City announced Friday it will order bars closed for two weeks after the number of people hospitalized for COVID-19 rose to levels not seen since August.

Thompson Falls wrestler Hannum medals at state

It was probably the best match of the state wrestling tournament last weekend in Billings.

GTA renews People For People contract

MOSES LAKE — Grant Transit Authority (GTA) is once again partnering with Yakima-based social service provider People For People (PFP) as the provider for “demand response transportation” for disabled residents in Grant County. GTA renewed PFP’s contract during the April 16 board meeting.

Bunker restart delayed, but momentum continues

Mine combats rising costs

The finish line for the anticipated restart of the Bunker Hill Mine is still clearly in sight, but a few setbacks have delayed the previously forecasted return to production. The delay is a minor inconvenience compared to the amount of positive momentum the mine is experiencing.

Bonners Ferry man charged with sex crimes against minor

A local man is faces charges of lewd and lascivious conduct and child sexual abuse with a minor under the age of 16, both felonies.

Fashion show celebrates empowerment, self-love

It was a night of fashion, fun and empowerment at the Grace & Joy Clothing Co. fashion show Wednesday.

Kellogg to resume resealing redone roads

Beginning next month, the city of Kellogg will begin a resurfacing project for all of the streets north of Interstate 90.

COVID-19 shots for kids are scarce in rural Montana

When children ages 5 to 11 were approved for Pfizer’s lower-dose pediatric COVID-19 vaccine in November, Annie Edwards was eager to get her daughter Hannah, then 5, the shot because of underlying health conditions she has stemming from her premature birth.

MDT revokes permit for proposed alpine coaster development

The Montana Department of Transportation has nixed a highway approach permit for a proposed — and neighbor opposed — development on U.S. 93 near Lakeside featuring an alpine coaster.

The Latest: Lesotho has virus, last of 54 African countries

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