Nonprofit ski patrol keeps Blacktail skiers safe

Approaching the last few switchbacks to the top of Blacktail Mountain Ski Area, striking views of Flathead Lake peek out from every turn.

Fresh comedy faces, 'Modern Family' farewell seek Emmy nods

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Morning Show" and “Ramy” are among the series vying for Emmy nominations as TV's top honors strive to keep Hollywood's awards tradition going despite the pandemic.

Ernest 'Ernie' Hey, 76

The greatest Father that ever was closed his eyes and woke up in the arms of his Savior on May 19, 2024.

Lakeland tops Moscow, clinches state playoff berth

Defense, special teams lead way for Hawks

AA state boys basketball: Top-ranked Helena Capital downs Wolfpack

BILLINGS — Glacier managed to hang with top-ranked Helena Capital for the better part of quarter before the Bruins took over, posting a 63-44 victory in semifinal action at the Class AA state boys basketball tournament Friday evening at MetraPark Rimrock Auto Arena.

San Francisco Bay Area counties issue shelter-in-place order

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Officials in seven San Francisco Bay Area counties issued a sweeping shelter-in-place mandate Monday affecting about 7 million people, ordering residents to stay at home and go outside only for food, medicine and outings that are absolutely essential.

Panel: People over 75, essential workers next for vaccines

NEW YORK (AP) — A federal advisory panel recommended Sunday that people 75 and older and essential workers like firefighters, teachers and grocery store workers should be next in line for COVID-19 shots, while a second vaccine began rolling out to hospitals as the nation works to get the coronavirus pandemic under control.

More than 1,700 acres added to conservation lands inventory

OLYMPIA – Washington added 1,726 acres of land for conservation through ten land acquisitions in 2023, according to an announcement from the Washington Department of Natural Resources.

Glacier pitches cellular, internet upgrades

Glacier National Park is asking for public input by March 9 on an ambitious plan that would improve telecommunications in the park for officials and visitors.

Gaetz, Greene flaunt new paths to power, testing GOP leaders

WASHINGTON (AP) — Congressional leaders have always faced rebels in their ranks. But Reps. Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene are presenting top House Republicans with a test of how to handle a new breed of Trump-era, social media-savvy firebrands.

Vantage Point Brewing Co. opening downtown Cd'A

Made-in-house beers and Northwest-inspired pub-bistro food are offered at the new Vantage Point Brewing Co. opening soon at 208 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Drive (across from Michael D's).

Glacier pitches cellular, internet upgrades

Glacier National Park is asking for public input by March 9 on an ambitious plan that would improve telecommunications in the park for officials and visitors.

Jesse Engel, 70

Jesse Joseph Engel was born in Ontario, Oregon, on November 9th, 1953, to Glen and Eva Gilbert.

Jesse Engel, 70

Jesse Joseph Engel was born in Ontario, Oregon, on November 9th, 1953, to Glen and Eva Gilbert.

Plans stirring again at Spring Prairie Center

A developer is taking steps once again to complete the Spring Prairie Center shopping complex on Kalispell’s north side.

Basin teams dominate at Omak meet

OMAK - Omak was host to the Omak Small Meet on April 19. The track and field meet featured eight teams, three of which were from the Basin. Columbia Basin teams were Wilson Creek, Soap Lake and Quincy high schools all participated. The basin sent 35 boys, 27 girls and two girls relay teams to the top 10 for their respective competitions...

Thai court revokes bail, jails activists who kept protesting

BANGKOK (AP) — A court in Thailand agreed with a police request to revoke the bail of two top leaders of the burgeoning anti-government protest movement who refuse to stop their public political activities.

Growth policy consultants to visit in May

The consultants chosen to help Flathead County complete its growth policy update will visit the valley in May, but it's unclear whether they'll still be involved after that.

Documentary series proves fortunate for five NFL prospects

NFL prospects hoping to dazzle scouts at pro timing days or win over general managers and coaches during team visits in advance of the draft were forced to rely on videoconferencing because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Ribbon cutting for new Almira school Thursday

ALMIRA — The new Almira Elementary School and Almira-Coulee/Hartline Middle School will be the center of attention at a ribbon-cutting and open house scheduled for 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday. The building is located at 310 S. Third St. People can tour the new building after the ribbon is cut, said building Principal Kelsey Hoppe. “You’ll be able to walk around and check things out,” she said.