Forest campgrounds open for the season

All Flathead National Forest campgrounds should be open this weekend, unless there’s a problem with the weather.

Tourists who bought Montana products spent more than tourists who didn't

Flathead Business Watercooler

Business events, trainings and seminars

Philadelphia visits St. Louis after Sanheim's 2-goal game

Philadelphia Flyers (24-16-6, fifth in the Metropolitan Division) vs. St. Louis Blues (30-10-7, first in the Central Division)

Annual Christmas Stroll returns to downtown Friday

Downtown is putting on its holiday best as the annual Whitefish Christmas Stoll returns Friday with events happening from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Statewide virtual conference looks at Montana’s food systems

AERO, the Alternative Energy Resources Organization based in Helena, is holding its annual statewide EXPO conference as a virtual event Nov 10-14.

'Backroads of Montana' premieres 50th show

The episode, “The Great Outdoors,” takes viewers to Seeley Lake, Lolo, Great Falls and the National Bison Range near Moiese. It will have repeat airings at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18; at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20; and at 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 21.

Giving Tuesday yields $500,000 for nonprofits

Donations poured in on Giving Tuesday, the Day of Giving and Unity, a fundraising campaign hosted by Whitefish Community Foundation and Flathead Community Foundation with more than $500,000 being awarded through the campaign.

Natural beauty meets rich history

The ‘Center of the Universe,’ Wallace, was recently named one of the twenty most beautiful small towns in the United States by Travel + Leisure magazine.

Tourists who bought Montana products spent more than tourists who didn't

Election 2020-Nevada, ADVISORY

The Nevada Caucus is on Saturday. The AP plans the following coverage. For up-to-the minute information on AP's coverage, visit Coverage Plan at

Cleveland visits Denver after overtime win against Detroit

Cleveland Cavaliers (11-27, 13th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Denver Nuggets (26-11, second in the Western Conference)

Ross Creek Cedars open to public

The new Ross Creek Nature Trail No. 405 is now classified as...

Ross Creek Cedars open to public

The new Ross Creek Nature Trail No. 405 is now classified as...

Color your world with Bubble Gum

OTHELLO — Meet Bubble Gum, the sweet pup who’s ready to stick to your heart. This adorable girl is the paw‑fect coloring-page cutie: full of charm, a little messy around the edges (she’s still learning her housetraining), and totally worth adding to your life’s palette. She’s already spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped, so all that’s missing is you. From playful puppy energy to bubble‑gum‑pop smiles, Bubble Gum is ready to chew up loneliness and draw herself right into your family. Visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com to fill out her application. This spot is sponsored by Hot Springs Spa & Leisure. To sponsor the Pet of the Day, call Jeannie at 509-765-4561.

The Latest: Moscow to expand vaccines to service sector

MOSCOW — Authorities in Moscow are expanding the COVID-19 vaccination program to include those in the retail and service sector.

Skipping your air conditioning tune-up before summer could cost you

An air conditioning tune-up catches small problems before they become expensive emergencies. Learn what HVAC experts recommend before the heat arrives.

No. 9 Miami returns to field in newly scheduled trip to Duke

Ninth-ranked Miami is finally set to play again.

Cowboys rookie CB Diggs out several weeks with broken foot

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs will miss several weeks with a broken foot, a blow for a defense that was playing better in part because of the rookie's contributions.

Cowboys rookie CB Diggs out several weeks with broken foot

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs will miss several weeks with a broken foot, a blow for a defense that was playing better in part because of the rookie's contributions.