Trump-appointed group to look at shifting disaster response to states

WASHINGTON — Governors and state legislatures may have to bolster their natural disaster response and recovery efforts in the coming years as President Donald Trump looks for ways to shift the federal government’s role onto states.

A Life Well Lived: Remembering Eleanor E. Sortor

November 25, 1923 — June 25, 2025

Eleanor Esther Sortor passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at the age of 101. Born in Ridgefield, Washington, and raised in Woodland, Eleanor lived a long, full life rooted in family, faith, hard work and joy. She was the daughter of Andrew and Katherine (Thoeni) Weissenfluh and the youngest of four children, joining her beloved brothers Bert, Ernie and Walter.

Leader Lille 2 points clear of PSG after beating Lens 4-0

PARIS (AP) — Lille is top of the French league, undefeated and with the fewest goals conceded, after beating northern rival Lens 4-0 on Sunday to move two points above defending champion Paris Saint-Germain.

High price of huckleberries challenge for local businesses

High price of hucks a challenge for local businesses

Golfers take on tough Meadow Lake course

Polson golfer Espn Fisher brought some big excitement to the Columbia Falls Intivation Aug. 28 when he made a hole-in-one on the 12th hole at Meadow Lake Golf Course.

Burundi opposition candidate goes to court to challenge vote

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Burundi's top opposition leader went to the constitutional court Thursday to challenge the results of this month’s presidential election, alleging the vote was rigged in favor of the ruling party candidate.

Pandemic restriction opponents ask commissioners for action

Members of a loose confederacy of residents aimed at undoing pandemic restrictions locally again went before the board of commissioners Nov. 18, asking to know what Lincoln County’s top elected officials were doing to address their grievances.

Jesus, Michael and Mary

New statues raise improvements to $300K at St. Thomas cemetery

Cemetery coming to life

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Massive Beirut blast kills more than 70, injures thousands

College women: Gonzaga, Idaho, WSU all bumped off at conference tourneys

“Gonzaga is Gonzaga; we were in their palace, basically,” Oregon State coach Scott Rueck said. “They’ve set the bar for a long time, both men and women. So coming in here, we’re dealing with the people that dominate this place, because of that, we have to get over that confidence and aura that they bring in, and that swagger they bring into the gym. And our team came out unfazed, and ready to play.”

Moses Lake development waiting for roundabout

MOSES LAKE - The owners of about 100 acres of land in Moses Lake adjacent to State Route 17 have big development plans for the land but are currently waiting on the installation of a roundabout before those plans can be implemented...

Flathead Watercooler

Gatherings and events for Flathead Valley businesses

Visa, Mastercard won't allow charges for services on Pornhub

NEW YORK (AP) — Mastercard and Visa said Thursday they would block their customers from using the credit cards to make purchases on Pornhub following accusations the pornographic website showed videos of rape and underage sex.

Nordahl, Strong top Bull Riding Challenge

Bo Nordahl of Helena and Mike Strong of Livingston tied for first place on Friday during the opening performance of the Rocky Mountain Extreme Bull Riding Challenge 2010 at Majestic Valley Arena.

Coeur d'Alene nonprofit seeking help with afterschool program

Children's nonprofit seeking help with afterschool program

A few hours of tutoring and guidance each week can make a huge difference in a young person's life. Canopy Village is seeking tutors and mentors to provide those precious hours of support during an afterschool program for youth ages 12-17 at the Canopy Village Family Support Center. "There's a lot of change happening in our community," Canopy Village CEO Vanessa Moos said Jan. 20. "The need is growing and growing and we're struggling to keep up."

Trout Creek teacher is featured at Blackfoot meeting

With a “passion for technology and for thinking outside here and now into the future,” as Daisy Carlsmith of Trout Creek puts it, she and a team of collaborating educators in western Montana have developed a highly successful non-profit to facilitate professional development on a host of topics for educators.

Legals December 8, 2016

Notice of Application Date of Notice: December 8, 2016 Notice is hereby given that a Preliminary Short Subdivision application received by Grant County on November 23, 2016 from Donald & Brenda Garrison (Designated Contact: Jeff Curtis, PO Box 956, Mattawa, WA 99349, 425-359-7147) was found to be technically complete on November 30, 2016. PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of approximately 100.34 acres in order to create four (4) lots from one existing parcel in the Rural Residential 1 zoning district of Grant County. As proposed, Lots 1 and 3 will both be approximately 45.16 acres in size. Lots 1 and 3 will continue their present agricultural use, but will maintain residential capacity. Proposed Lots 2 and 4 will both be approximately 5.00 acres in size. The intended use of Lots 2 and 4 is residential. STUDIES REQUIRED: None. LOCATION: The site address of the subject parcel is 13312 Road Q NW, Quincy, WA. The subject parcel is located approximately 2.10 miles north of the city limits of Quincy, WA, and approximately 3.25 miles north of the intersection of State Highway 28 and State Highway 281, and approximately 1.30 miles north of the intersection of Road Q NW and Martin Road NW, and in the SE quarter of Section 30, Township 21 North, Range 24 East, WM, Grant County, WA (Parcel #15-1233-000). ZONING: Rural Residential 1. PUBLIC HEARING: None. CONSISTENCY STATEMENT: This proposal is subject to and shall be consistent with Grant County Code, International Building Code, and International Fire Code. Copies of application materials (File #P16-0410) are available from Rick Rettig, Grant County Planning Department, 264 West Division Avenue, PO Box 37, Ephrata, WA 98823, (509)754-2011, ext. 2522. Office hours: 8 am-12 noon, 1-4 pm, M-F. Comments must be submitted to the Planning Department no later than 5 pm on December 27, 2016. Comments should be as specific as possible and may be mailed or hand-delivered. All persons, agencies, or tribes have the right to comment, receive notice, participate in any hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and/or appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials. #12024/29073 Pub: December 8, 2016

Wilson throws 2 TDs, Seahawks hold off Cardinals 28-21

SEATTLE (AP) — Russell Wilson rebounded from his worst performance of the season to throw for two touchdowns, and the Seattle Seahawks moved back on top of the NFC West with a 28-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday night.

Whitefish Community Foundation awards grants in celebration of 25th anniversary

The grants to Samaritan House, Alano Club of Kalispell and Columbia Falls Kids Foundation totaled $370,000 and were made possible by Whitefish Community Foundation’s Circle of Giving and other local donors.

Local youth hockey players victorious in battle of the border

The annual Battle of the Border 8-u hockey tournament last weekend brought together fifteen teams from Montana and Canada for a weekend of fierce competition and camaraderie.