Education, fatherhood, students motivate past Christmas for All recipient on upward trajectory

Education, fatherhood, students motivate past Christmas for All recipient on upward trajectory

In less than 10 days, Paul Myers will have his bachelor's degree in elementary education from the University of Idaho. By this time next year, he will proudly have his master's. "I was accepted into grad school," Myers, 42, said Monday evening. "I don't plan on stopping at my master's degree. I want to get my PhD."

Hot Springs School Board fires new clerk over unpaid bills, missed deadlines

After less than four months on the job, Barkley Flynn was terminated as Hot Springs School District’s interim clerk and business manager by the school board on Nov. 3.

FVCC Art Department holds exhibition and sale

Come shop unique, handmade items created by FVCC art students that include ceramics, photography, drawing, painting, jewelry and graphic design.

Mineral County food bank distributes over 120 turkeys

The Community Food Bank of Mineral County had a different location and a new system for its annual turkey distribution this year.

Briefs: Kennedy Moore starting at Wake Forest, Gibbons shining for UMary

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Kennedy Moore, a sophomore forward out of Flathead High School, has started every game during Wake Forest’s 9-0 start to its basketball season.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL From hardship to hope

As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share with readers the stories of those who have received help from the program. This is one of them. The resilience and determination exhibited by "Jesse" show how far he has journeyed to turn his hardships into hope. At nearly 60 years old, Jesse was living in the back of his truck in Coeur d'Alene just as he started a new job at a local hardware store. Despite volunteering as a warming shelter manager and maintaining sobriety, he was forced to leave the shelter before he could save enough money for housing. "I've been clean and sober for two years," Jesse said. "I work out almost daily to stay physically fit. I just needed a little help to get back on my feet."

Law roundup: Concerned citizen hits the roof about unsafe working conditions

Someone called the Kalispell Police Department seeking advice regarding an unsafe working environment, allegedly due to the business remaining open despite a partial roof collapse.

Adams County Jail roster as of Dec. 1, 2025

The reports below were provided by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This is the active list of inmates for the Adams County Sheriff’s Office listed in order of the date of arrest. The Adams County Jail is closed, so inmates are housed in other jurisdictions.

Shoppers scoured for deals online on Cyber Monday and delivered strong sales for retailers

Deals on electronics and apparel are expected to peak Monday at 30% and 26% off average listed prices, per Adobe's latest estimates. But other categories will still continue to see deep discounts — including toys, which Adobe expects to reach 27% off listed prices.

Seahawks blank Vikings 26-0 for their first shutout victory in 10 years

SEATTLE (AP) — Ahead of the season, Ernest Jones IV set a goal of finishing the year with six interceptions. With six games left, the Seahawks linebacker already has a career-high four picks, including the one he returned 85 yards on Sunday for the first touchdown of his career. That was the first of five takeaways by Seattle's dominant defense as the Seahawks blanked the Minnesota Vikings 26-0 for their first shutout victory in more than a decade.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Mom of six appreciates the help

As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share with readers the stories of those who have received help from the program. This is one of them. Domestic violence, mental illness, substance abuse, incarceration and homelessness have peppered the lives of "Miley" and her six children.

Legals for December, 1 2025

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Making way for baby

As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share with readers the stories of those who have received help from the program. This is one of them. An unplanned pregnancy meant moving back home for young college student "Keira" and her partner, "Ryan."

Spotlight on suds

Mountain Madness Soap Co. featured in PBS series

Mountain Madness Soap Company had something special to be thankful for during the Thanksgiving holiday.

Developer lands $8.3M for new workforce housing complex along Parkline Trail

Kalispell will see a new workforce housing complex along the Parkline Trail after the project was selected for funding through the Montana Housing Tax Credit Program.

Shoppers spend billions on Black Friday to snag holiday deals, despite wider economic uncertainty

Despite wider economic uncertainty hovering above this year's holiday season, shoppers turned out in big numbers for Black Friday — spending billions of dollars both in stores and online.

Sensitive data missteps that cost companies millions

Sensitive data errors are draining businesses financially. Find out how to safeguard your company and avoid making expensive mistakes. Click to discover more!

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Bike offers freedom, independence for man with mental health struggles

As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share with readers the stories of those who have received help from the program. This is one of them. A bike is not just a mode of transportation but a lifeline, especially for those with mental health challenges who don't have the ability or means to drive. "Josiah," 41, struggled with undiagnosed mental illness for many years, beginning when he was 18. He was on his own for a while but had to move in with family when he was finally diagnosed with mental illness. He depended on family to get him where he needed to go.

Libby Video Club finishes updates, plans for more

Peck explained that equipment upgrades were necessary because KPAX changed its frequency from VHF and went to a UHF frequency.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.