First responders called in to Mission Falls area

First responders are en route to a man who has fallen in the Mission Falls area, according to Lake County Sheriff Don Bell.

Disabled vehicle causes traffic tie up

Barry A. Moos

1949 – 2025

Barry A. Moos, 75, was a loyal and caring son, brother, husband, father and grandfather. He passed away on January 10, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family. Barry was born in Dickinson, North Dakota on August 8, 1949. His family moved to Washington when he was young and eventually settled in Moses Lake in the mid-1950s.

Lifelong rancher discusses agricultural lands, climate impacts, more

Lifelong rancher discusses agricultural lands, climate impacts, more

Kootenai County lost 23% of its farmland from 2017 to 2022 as the population continued to grow. “If this trajectory continues, there could be no farmland in Kootenai County in 20 years," lifelong farmer, rancher and Rathdrum resident Laurin Scarcello said Friday. "I find that unacceptable.

Report: Gallatin, Flathead Counties see highest nonresident visitor spending in Montana

During the past two years, nonresident tourists visiting Montana spent an estimated $5.28 billion in the Treasure State annually, a roughly 9% decrease from the previous two years but one of the highest estimates on record.

Spending bill could shape Montana forestry

A $1.3 trillion omnibus spending bill meant to fund the federal government through September will head for a vote this week, and it could have major implications for Northwest Montana’s forests.

China virus outbreak may wallop economy, financial markets

BANGKOK (AP) — News that a new virus that has afflicted hundreds of people in central China can spread between humans has rattled financial markets and raised concern it might wallop the economy just as it might be regaining momentum.

China virus outbreak may wallop economy, financial markets

BANGKOK (AP) — News that a new virus that has afflicted hundreds of people in central China can spread between humans has rattled financial markets and raised concern it might wallop the economy just as it might be regaining momentum.

Democrats swarm industrial Iowa to prove they can beat Trump

MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa (AP) — Since their surprise loss to Donald Trump in 2016, Democrats have struggled with how to regain territory that long supported the party before suddenly flipping to Republicans. Their answer could lie with voters like Martie Boyd.

Movers & Shakers

Architects West principal now a national Design-Build Professional®, Swayne named to Idaho 500, STCU promotes Christiansen

Guitar masters

The Crown of the Continent Guitar Festival started out strongly Monday night with a performance featuring the Grammy Award-winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet. From left are Scott Tennant, Matthew Greif, John Dearman and William Kanengiser. The festival continues through Saturday. Tickets and passes for the remaining evening concerts have already sold out. For more information visit: http://cocguitarfoundation.org.

Upcoming events: Are they happening?

Upcoming events: Are they happening?

Trump to hold rally in Great Falls

It’s official, President Donald Trump will visit Great Falls next week to rally support for Montana Republican candidates.

Weed Watch: Houndstongue

Ever have little cockle-burrs cluster on your clothes or fill up your dog’s tail? These nutlets are from houndstongue (cynoglossum officinale), a member of the borage family. Introduced from Europe, this plant is poisonous to wildlife and livestock. The first year’s growth is a rosette on the ground of velvety-looking leaves that are actually rough to the touch. The following June the plant will grow up to 4 feet and produce clusters of reddish-purplish flowers on the branch ends. The best way to control it is to pull it. After a good rain, put on some gloves, grab a bucket and a shovel, and do a houndstongue patrol on your property. Non-native plants are designated as weeds when their presence is harmful to other plants and animals. To learn more, visit mtweed.org. For information on submitting information to the city of Whitefish about potential noxious weeds, visit

SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACION (Derecho familiar)

NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): Jesse Moreno

SUMMONS (Family Law)

NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): Jesse Moreno

SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACION (Derecho familiar)

NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): Jesse Moreno

Another great Pinehurst Days

Pinehurst Days 2025 was a resounding success, bringing together community members, families, and visitors for a weekend packed with celebration, tradition, and heartfelt patriotism. With record-breaking attendance and enthusiastic participation, this year’s events truly captured the spirit of honoring heroes and celebrating small-town pride.

Frontier: Busy Thursday includes wild Tech-Western tilt

BUTTE — Levi Torgerson returned a kickoff and a punt for touchdowns and threw a scoring pass as Montana Tech scored a wild 38-27 win over Montana Western in Frontier Conference football on Thursday.

The Latest: Lebanon reports record high number of new cases

BEIRUT — Lebanon, still grappling with the aftermath of the Aug. 4 blast that killed 180 people and wounded thousands, has registered a record daily number of coronavirus infections, with 439 people contracting the virus and six fatalities.