The Latest: Global death toll from COVID-19 passes 400,000

LONDON — The worldwide death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 400,000, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University that health experts say is still an undercount because many who died were not tested for the virus.

Coles siblings rustle up two titles, one runner-up

BILLINGS — Winning titles is a Coles family affair.

Soap Lake council appoints Arnold to vacancy

SOAP LAKE – At the April 16 Soap Lake City Council meeting the council appointed Andrew Arnold to fill seat six. One open seat remains on the council. Arnold said he had previously been on the council for two years before he resigned.

Legals for September, 22 2021

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Pain in the hands, may be radiculopathy

“Cervical radiculopathy is the clinical description of when a nerve root in the cervical spine becomes inflamed or damaged, resulting in a change in neurological function.”

Angry crowd gathers near fatal police shooting in Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An angry crowd gathered in a park in Portland, Oregon, Friday after police fatally shot a man while responding to reports of a person with a gun.

Youth Sports June 14, 2023

Results, news, highlights from local youth teams, leagues, etc.

Growth, wealth and a path forward

If you’ve been on social media recently, there’s a good chance you’ve seen an image of the United States with individual states in shades of green to red.

Gang awareness event held in Ephrata

EPHRATA – The Ephrata School District organized an informational session on youth gang involvement Thursday night, bringing together educators, law enforcement and community members to address youth gang concerns in the region.

Herbert Kretzmer, lyricist of Les Miserables, dead at 95

LONDON (AP) — Herbert Kretzmer, the journalist and lyricist best known for his English-language adaptation of the musical Les Miserables, has died. He was 95.

16-year-old arrested in fatal shooting after argument

SEATTLE (AP) — A 16-year-old was arrested after an argument Friday inside a SeaTac convenience store continued outside and ended with the fatal shooting of a 22-year-old man who was in his car, the King County Sheriff’s Office said.

Albion Cafe, Mads Merc & Soda Fountain set to open with curbside, window service in April

ALBION — After a year’s worth of work and planning, a mother and daughter are set to launch their restaurant, Albion Café, and Mads Merc & Soda Fountain, on April 1.

Legals for August, 29 2023

WHS course teaches work through agriculture, internship

Whitefish High School this fall is planning to offer a new, hands-on agricultural internship focused on teaching students the skills needed for any job site they’ll encounter.

Chamber lauds top business people

The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce recognized four outstanding business people during its annual banquet Thursday night.

China sharply reduces elected seats in Hong Kong legislature

BEIJING (AP) — China has sharply reduced the number of directly elected seats in Hong Kong’s legislature in a setback for the territory's democracy movement. The changes were announced Tuesday after a two-day meeting of China’s top legislature.

Why don't stores add access for handicapped?

In our liberal, politically-correct society we shun bigotry and prejudice in all forms, or do we? We no longer see signs prohibiting entry to persons of certain races, and indeed all races are welcome in all facilities.

Thailand imposes new restrictions amid coronavirus outbreak

BANGKOK (AP) — Officials in the Thai capital have announced new restrictions, including the closure of some entertainment facilities during the New Year's holiday, as infections continued to rise following a recent coronavirus outbreak.

Hanford B Reactor tours open to the public

Hanford B Reactor tours open to the public

Sharon “Sherri” J. Wendlick, 74

Sharon “Sherri” J. Wendlick, age 74, of Columbia Falls passed away March 17, 2024. She was born May 31, 1949 in Colorado City, Texas to the late Albert Cain and Frances Cain (Key).