Trades Institute name change reflects evolution of program at FVCC

The change is part of the college’s commitment to serving as the premier hub for workforce training and skills-based education in Northwest Montana, according to a release, and reflects the evolution of FVCC’s trades programs over the past decade and signals a bold future of innovation, technical training and career readiness.

Legals for August, 6 2025

Legals for August, 6 2025

Montana health insurers propose double-digit rate increase for 2026

Montanans who purchase individual health insurance through the federal Marketplace could see the cost of their plans spike by double digits in 2026.

Libby man headed to prison following sentence revocation

Kelley pleaded not guilty to the charges April 28 in Lincoln County District Court, but...

Northwest Notes Aug. 5, 2025

Notes on Vandals, Eagles and Boise State.

Education News - Aug. 5, 2025

Education news and information.

Kellogg woman hospitalized following Friday evening house fire

A woman was hospitalized and her dog rescued following a dramatic house fire Friday afternoon in uptown Kellogg.

Man given five-year sentence for punching sheriff’s deputy

Charged with one felony count of assault on a peace officer in Flathead County District Court, 39-year-old Cody Wayne Brown initially maintained his innocence, but pleaded out in January 2024.

Montana health insurers propose double-digit rate increase for 2026

Montanans who purchase individual health insurance through the federal Marketplace could see the cost of their plans spike by double digits in 2026.

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Northwest Notes Aug. 3, 2025

Vandal kicker named to 2025 Fred Mitchell Award Watch List

Coeur d'Alene rallies for 'National Day of Action'

As Lisa Nunlist stood along U.S. 95 during Saturday’s demonstration, part of a nationwide ‘Day of Action,’ she couldn’t help but think of her late father, a veteran who served in several major wars.

Bird and Lily ready to bloom in downtown Coeur d'Alene

For many years, sisters Audrey Freydenlund and Adrienne Overstreet were separated by an entire continent, with Freydenlund living in Hawaii and Overstreet on the east coast.

Gallatin College MSU launches hospitality program to meet demand in service industry

Starting in August, Gallatin College Montana State University will train students to house, guide and feed the state’s tourists and other travelers with a one-year hospitality certificate. The certificate provides baseline knowledge of business communication, culinary arts, hotel management and more, said program manager Meredith Allen.

Discounted fair carnival tickets on sale

A limited number of discounted “Pay-One-Price” tickets for the carnival at the 2025 Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo are on sale now at all Whitefish Credit Union branches and the fairgrounds office.

Shortage of accountants becoming a business crisis

While many of us think about accountants only during tax season, they play a crucial role in businesses and the economy.

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Idaho prosecutors to victims: 'You will not be forgotten'

Latah County officials reflect on UI quadruple murder case

A week after Bryan Kohberger, 30, was sentenced to four life sentences without the possibility of parole for the murders of the four college students, longtime Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson and Chief Deputy Prosecutor Ashley Jennings reflected on the case which has filled much of their time for the better part of three years.

Idaho prosecutors to murder victims: 'You will not be forgotten'

Latah County officials reflect on University of Idaho quadruple murder case

A week after Bryan Kohberger, 30, was sentenced to four life sentences without the possibility of parole for the murders of the four college students, longtime Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson and Chief Deputy Prosecutor Ashley Jennings reflected on the case which has filled much of their time for the better part of three years.