Man sentenced for assaulting county jail guards

A Kalispell man who violently assaulted three jail guards earlier this year was sentenced Thursday in Flathead County District Court to serve time in the Montana State Prison.

Vaccine rule an attack on personal liberty

When I saw the news that Biden’s vaccine mandate had been blocked, I felt as though a ton of bricks had been lifted from my shoulders. Several co-workers and I went running to each other to share the news.

MLSD hires firm in search for new chief

During a special meeting at noon Thursday, the Moses Lake School District Board of Directors unanimously voted to award a contract to Northwest Leadership Associates to help the district find candidates for the open superintendent position.

Taxpayers now have option to donate to local schools

Up to $1 million in tax credit donations to local public schools will be available to Montana taxpayers thanks to a change in state law.

'A tremendous honor'

Mayor Widmyer tabbed chambers' Citizen of the Year

Mayor honored

CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Single mom credits local program for her success

Mental Health Court helps woman get back on her feet following a catastrophic childhood

Mental Health Court helped single mom get back on her feet following a catastrophic childhood and serious drug abuse.

TAX CREDITS: A top priority renewal

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit (CTC) expansions from the American Rescue Plan will expire at the end of this year, pushing millions of families and low wage workers back into poverty.

New TMC Lab takes learning on the road

The new Think Make Create Labs trailer will soon be touring the community

Bulldogs unable to tame Wildcats in home opener

Sandpoint and Kellogg went back and forth all night, but a 9-2 run to start the fourth quarter allowed the Wildcats to steal a 58-53 victory from the Bulldogs on Thursday night at Les Rogers Court.

Column: Griz keep proving they belong

It is perhaps with maroon-colored glasses that Montana coach Bobby Hauck views his team’s 57-41 win over Eastern Washington in the FCS playoffs last Friday.

Recall effort against Seattle socialist appears to fail

latest ballot count Thursday showed 50.3% opposing the recall

First half property taxes due by Dec. 20

Boundary County Treasurer, Susan M. Larson, would like to remind all Boundary County taxpayers that the deadline for paying the first half of the 2021 property taxes without penalty is Monday, December 20, 2021.

CHRISTMAS FOR ALL "Back in business and giving back"

Former CFA awardee shares his new outlook on life

2020 CFA awardee changes outlook on life because of the help received from Mental Health Court and Press Christmas For All.

Registrations due Dec. 10 for annual UI Extension Forest Health Program

Animals, plants, insects, and diseases can sometimes impede reforestation, wildlife habitat, or other forest stewardship goals. Current Topics in Forest Health is an annual program that updates forest owners, foresters, and others on methods to improve forest health.

Court Records - December 9, 2021

Information on local cases

NIC students share accreditation concerns

With a visit from the accreditation organization looming, some North Idaho College students said they're very concerned about what’s ahead for NIC, while others aren’t even aware the college's accreditation may be at stake.

State issues NIC warning

With accreditation jeopardized, college could lose local control, funding

State Board of Education urges NIC to take action

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UM's O’Connell among 3 Buchanan Award finalists

The Montana Grizzlies’ Patrick O’Connell is getting to Frisco, Texas, one way or another.

Federal judge to decide if transgender athlete case is moot

Idaho passed the nation’s first transgender sports ban last year