Forest Service approves large project near Tally Lake
Forest Service approves large project near Tally Lake
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO
County approves bid for new animal shelter building
The Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday awarded a $446,900 contract for the construction of a new multipurpose building at the county's animal shelter.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
State seeking public input after purchase of Somers Beach
The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks said Thursday it has completed the purchase of a 106-acre swath of land on the north shore of Flathead Lake.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Forest Service approves large project near Tally Lake
The U.S. Forest Service has approved a large logging and tree-thinning project near Tally Lake.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Flathead County moves ahead on redistricting, health board agreement
The Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday took another step toward setting new district boundaries based on population figures from the 2020 Census, and ratified an agreement that will change the makeup of the Flathead City-County Health Board.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lawsuit: Columbia Falls subdivision threatens to pollute river
Several groups are suing to stop a large subdivision from being developed just outside Columbia Falls, alleging the state Department of Environmental Quality didn't properly assess how dozens of new septic systems might contaminate the Flathead River.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Q&A session planned for Big Mountain Road project
Q&A session planned for Big Mountain Road project
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
FWP ends busy season fighting aquatic invaders
The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks is wrapping up another busy season working to prevent invasive mussels, snails, clams and aquatic weeds from overrunning lakes and rivers across the state.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Judge tosses permit for Creston water bottling plant — again
A district judge in Helena has again sided with neighboring landowners and conservationists in a five-year fight over a water bottling facility in the Creston area, saying the state Department of Natural Resources and Conservation erred when it issued a water-use permit to the Montana Artesian Water Co. in 2017.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitefish may stop licensing vacation rentals for 90 days
The Whitefish City Council on Monday will consider imposing a 90-day moratorium on the processing and issuing of new licenses for short-term vacation rentals, which are often cited as one of many factors contributing to a severe shortage of workforce housing.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Federal grant to aid purchase of new state park at Somers Beach
A 106-acre swath of land on the north shore of Flathead Lake is another step closer to becoming a state park with a hefty federal grant.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Public Q&A planned for Big Mountain Road project
A team of developers seeking to build hundreds of housing units at the base of Big Mountain Road will host a public meeting to gather feedback and answer questions before the proposal goes to the Whitefish Planning Board.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Private home in Glacier National Park for sale at $12M
One of the few remaining private properties within the bounds of Glacier National Park is up for sale with an asking price of $12 million.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Federal grant to aid purchase of new state park at Somers Beach
A 106-acre swath of land on the north shore of Flathead Lake is another step closer to becoming a state park with a hefty federal grant.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
FWP wraps up busy season fighting invasive water species
The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks is wrapping up another busy season working to prevent invasive mussels, snails, clams and aquatic weeds from overrunning lakes and rivers across the state.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
State unveils proposed changes to hunting regs
The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks this week unveiled a long list of proposals to streamline hunting regulations in 2022 and 2023.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Studying Lake McDonald water quality among group's 2022 projects
After collecting samples of crystal-clear water from Lake McDonald in 2018, researchers made a concerning observation: Nitrogen levels measured in the water were up to three times higher, and phosphorus levels were up to 12 times higher, than in samples taken from the lake three decades earlier. Algae particles also …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
State unveils proposed changes to hunting regs
The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks this week unveiled a long list of proposals to streamline hunting regulations in 2022 and 2023. The agency is seeking public feedback on the proposals, which it says are aimed at making the rules "simpler and easier to understand" for hunters.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitefish Fire Service Area seeks volunteers for advisory committee
The Whitefish Fire Service Area is seeking five volunteers to serve on a new steering committee that will help advise the district in the coming years.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Senators blast latest extension of US-Canada border restrictions
The Biden administration said Monday it is extending travel restrictions at the land border between the U.S. and Canada at least through Oct. 21, prompting another round of bipartisan criticism from Montana Sens. Jon Tester and Steve Daines.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Large housing project planned for Big Mountain Road
Large housing project planned for Big Mountain Road
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitefish admits overcharging water fees, rejects other allegations
Whitefish's city manager and City Council members have responded to allegations that the city has "systematically overcharged" developers and homeowners on water and sewer impact fees, which help cover the cost of extending pipes and expanding treatment facilities to serve new buildings.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Montana senators blast latest extension of US-Canada border restrictions
The Biden administration said Monday it is extending travel restrictions at the land border between the U.S. and Canada at least through Oct. 21, prompting another round of bipartisan criticism from Montana Sens. Jon Tester and Steve Daines.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitefish council to consider 95 Karrow project
An amended proposal for a large mixed-use development at the site of a shuttered timber plant is expected to receive final approval from the Whitefish City Council on Monday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Morisaki tackles Flathead housing crunch with business expertise
As the new executive director of the Northwest Montana Community Land Trust, Kim Morisaki is on a mission to help solve the Flathead Valley's shortage of affordable housing.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Big housing project proposed at base of Big Mountain
A team of developers has submitted plans to the city of Whitefish to build 318 housing units and a small "island" of commercial space at the base of Big Mountain.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Glacier reports year-to-date dip in visitation
Officials said Thursday that Glacier National Park tallied more than 2.35 million visitors from the start of the year through the end of August — fewer than the park welcomed during the same eight-month period in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
WWII soldier's medals presented to family in Kalispell
John T. Mulder had just graduated from Oregon State College when he joined the U.S. Army in 1942. A basketball player from the small town of Raymond, Washington, he became a second lieutenant in the 405th Infantry Regiment as well as a platoon commander for his company's mortar section. Then …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Forest conservation planned near Bigfork
Several conservation groups have joined forces to protect 236 acres of forestland and open space, and build more than 4 miles of publicly accessible trails, a short distance from downtown Bigfork.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Extended-stay hotel proposed in Whitefish
A second new hotel could be coming to Whitefish. Last month, Averill Hospitality unveiled plans to build a three-story boutique hotel at the northwest corner of Central Avenue and First Street, on the vacant lot next to the Craggy Range restaurant.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Forest conservation planned near Bigfork
Several conservation groups have joined forces to protect 236 acres of forestland and open space, and build more than 4 miles of publicly accessible trails, a short distance from downtown Bigfork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Evergreen awarded $1M grant for sidewalk project
The Montana Department of Transportation has awarded nearly $1 million for the construction of new sidewalks in Evergreen, the largest source of funding for the long-anticipated project that aims to provide safe routes to schools in the community.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Doctors urge vaccination, not livestock dewormer, in fight against Covid
At least a few people in the Flathead Valley have become ill after taking a widely available antiparasitic drug meant for animals in hopes of treating or preventing Covid-19, according to local hospital officials.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Forest Service poised to approve massive Swan Valley project
The U.S. Forest Service is poised to greenlight part of a massive forestry project that aims to improve wildlife habitat while reducing fuels that increase the threat of wildfire to communities in the Swan Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Traffic returns to U.S. 2 after Glacier ends reservation system
With a frustrating reservation system no longer in effect, motorists have flocked to the west entrance of Glacier National Park this week, causing long lines of slow-moving traffic to spill onto U.S. 2 and forcing park officials to close the gates and turn many visitors away.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Hiker's body airlifted from Glacier National Park
A Two Bear Air helicopter crew on Tuesday afternoon recovered the body of a 34-year-old woman who went missing last week during an apparent solo hike in Glacier National Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sun Road reservation system gets mixed reviews
Glacier National Park's reservation system for the Going-to-the-Sun Road ended Monday after a three-month trial run. For the remainder of the 2021 visitor season, all that's required to get on the scenic thoroughfare is a standard park pass.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish mulls stricter rules on short-term rentals
Whitefish officials are considering a litany of new regulations on short-term rentals, which are often blamed for displacing permanent residents and contributing to a severe shortage of affordable housing in the area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Glacier unveils plan to phase out sightseeing flights over park
Officials are asking the public to weigh in on a plan to manage — and eventually phase out — commercial aircraft tours over Glacier National Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Searchers find hiker's body in Glacier National Park
Searchers on Sunday afternoon found the body of a 34-year-old woman who was reported missing Wednesday in Glacier National Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Search expands for hiker missing in Glacier National Park
Officials continued searching Friday for a 34-year-old Virginia woman reported missing in Glacier National Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Park officials kill black bear that threatened Glacier campers
Glacier National Park staff on Thursday euthanized a black bear that had repeatedly wandered through the Many Glacier Campground, showing no fear of people, approaching visitors and stealing food, officials said.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fair had near record numbers
A little rain and an ongoing pandemic didn’t stop the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo from reaching a near-record level of attendance.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
County poised to approve $117M budget
The Flathead County commissioners are poised to approve the final version of the county's operating budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year on Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Glacier's Sun Road reservation system ends Monday
Glacier National Park is winding down operations as fall approaches and another record-shattering visitor season comes to an end.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coal company seeks to weaken Montana water quality standard
Canada's largest coal company is challenging a new Montana water quality standard that aims to limit concentrations of toxic runoff from the company's mines in British Columbia as it travels across the international border into the Kootenai River and Lake Koocanusa.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jerry Meerkatz, credited with boosting Kalispell redevelopment, dies at 63
Jerry Meerkatz, a longtime businessman who recently retired after leading two Kalispell-based economic development agencies, died after a motorcycle crash in Wyoming on Friday. He was 63.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MSU nursing school gets $101 million donation from Texas billionaires
Montana State University's College of Nursing has received an unprecedented $101 million donation from Robyn and Mark Jones, the founders of a Texas-based insurance company who recently bought up huge swaths of forestland in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Forest Service reviews new chair lift for Whitefish Mountain Resort
Forest Service reviews new chair lift for Whitefish Mountain Resort
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coal company seeks to weaken Montana water quality standard
Canada's largest coal company is challenging a new Montana water quality standard that aims to limit concentrations of toxic runoff from the company's mines in British Columbia as it travels across the international border into the Kootenai River and Lake Koocanusa.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Northwest Montana Fair saw near-record attendance
A little rain and an ongoing pandemic didn't stop the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo from reaching a near-record level of attendance last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Forest Service assessing new Big Mountain chairlift
Flathead National Forest officials are seeking public input on Whitefish Mountain Resort's plan to install a new six-person chairlift from the Base Lodge area to the top of Inspiration Ridge.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
FVCC performance hall on track for 2022 opening
A $26 million multipurpose building under construction at Flathead Valley Community College is on track for a soft opening in spring 2022, President Jane Karas said Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Census shows growth in almost every corner of the Flathead
Results of the 2020 Census show Flathead County gained more than 13,400 residents over the previous decade, a nearly 15% increase that gave the county a population of more than 104,000 and made it the fourth largest county in Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Flathead Lake 3rd most-visited state park
Montana’s state parks recorded more than 1.57 million visitors in the first half of 2021, an 11% increase over the same period last year and a 44% increase over the same period in 2019, the Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks says in a new report.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Montana state parks report record visitation
Montana's state parks recorded more than 1.57 million visitors in the first half of 2021, an 11% increase over the same period last year and a 44% increase over the same period in 2019, the Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks says in a new report.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Montana senators blast continued closure of Canada border
Both of Montana's senators criticized the Biden administration's decision on Friday to continue blocking nonessential travel from Canada into the United States for an 18th straight month.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
State says Whitefish in compliance with Clean Air Act
Breathe easy, Whitefish. State regulators said Monday the city is in compliance with national air quality standards, nearly three decades after it was marked for high levels of coarse particulate matter from dusty roads, parking lots and alleys.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fire restrictions still in effect in Northwest Montana
Fire restrictions still in effect in Northwest Montana
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Montana senators blast continued closure of Canada border
Both of Montana's senators criticized the Biden administration's decision on Friday to continue blocking nonessential travel from Canada into the United States for an 18th straight month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fire restrictions still in effect in Northwest Montana
Fire danger remains high across Northwest Montana despite a week of precipitation and cooler temperatures, and officials are urging residents to continue abiding by fire restrictions that remain in effect on government and privately owned lands.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Skull discovered in Flathead Lake deemed archeological find
A human skull recently discovered in Flathead Lake is believed to be that of a Native American man who died long ago, and no crime is suspected in his death, the Lake County Sheriff's Office said Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish adopts $49.9 million budget
The Whitefish City Council on Monday approved a $49.9 million operating budget for the 2022 fiscal year, which includes funding for two new firefighters, increased property tax relief for homeowners and significantly less in capital expenditures than last year's larger budget.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
At-risk Montanans eligible for third vaccine dose
An estimated 22,000 Montana residents with weakened immune systems are eligible to receive third doses.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Montanans with weak immune systems eligible for 3rd vaccine dose
An estimated 22,000 Montana residents with weakened immune systems are eligible to receive third doses of the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccines, the state health department said Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Big mixed-use project returns to Whitefish Planning Board
Plans to build a 70-room hotel, a microbrewery, a restaurant, offices, boutique shops and condominiums at the site of a shuttered timber plant along the Whitefish River will return to the Whitefish Planning Board on Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish considers job focused on climate change, sustainability
Amid extreme heat, widespread drought, destructive wildfires and smoky skies, the Whitefish City Council recently was asked to consider creating a staff position dedicated to implementing the city's sustainability and climate change resiliency goals.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council to vote on final budget
The Whitefish City Council is scheduled to vote Monday on the final version of its operating budget for the 2022 fiscal year, which ends next June 30.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Thorne Creek Fire prompts new evacuations in Sanders County
Residents of two small communities in Sanders County were ordered to evacuate Thursday as the Thorne Creek Fire continued to grow amid hot and gusty weather.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
State seeking input on Bad Rock Canyon purchase
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public comment on whether it should purchase 772 acres of forest and wetland at the mouth of Bad Rock Canyon for a proposed wildlife management and recreation area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls students build cabin for Glacier Park employees
A group of Columbia Falls High School students watched in excitement Monday morning as a crane hoisted a two-bedroom, nearly 400-square-foot cabin off a flatbed truck and onto a waiting foundation at the Rising Sun Campground in Glacier National Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Teacher attempts Glacier's 6 highest peaks in 6 days
On a cold day in February 2020, Noah Couser and a friend were brainstorming how they might spend their summer when an idea emerged: What if they attempted to climb the six highest peaks in Glacier National Park in just six consecutive days?
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Boulder 2700 Fire claims 8 homes near Flathead Lake
The fire has grown to more than 1,800 acres and burned more than two dozen structures, including eight homes.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Boulder Fire claims 8 homes near Flathead Lake
The Boulder 2700 Fire on the east shore of Flathead Lake has grown to more than 1,800 acres and burned more than two dozen structures, including eight homes, officials said Thursday, as the blaze continued creeping into the Mission Mountains and crews worked to prevent additional property damage.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
National park overcrowding subject of Senate hearing
Lawmakers and key experts searching for ways to alleviate overcrowding at national parks suggested upgrading smartphone applications for visitors, increasing park staffing and expanding transit services during a hearing Wednesday before the U.S. Senate National Parks Subcommittee.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Growth concerns loom over Evergreen sewer proposal
The Evergreen Water and Sewer District wants to move the boundary of its service area in order to serve potential new developments and grow its customer base. But the move would require approval from the city of Kalispell, which treats the district's wastewater and doesn't want to encourage urban sprawl …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Evacuation orders remain in place for Boulder Fire
Evacuation orders remained in place Monday for residents displaced by a wildfire burning in the Mission Mountains along the east shore of Flathead Lake.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council to enact Stage II fire restrictions, consider marijuana rules
New fire restrictions, affordable housing, recreational marijuana businesses and climate change top a busy Whitefish City Council agenda for Monday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Flathead hotels smash June occupancy records
Hotels and other traditional lodging accommodations in the Flathead Valley have been jam-packed this season despite a shortage of employees to clean rooms and tend to guests — and despite the proliferation of short-term rentals, which are also booking up at record rates.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Evergreen sidewalk project now a waiting game
The quest to install sidewalks along the U.S. 2 corridor through Evergreen is now a waiting game.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Forest projects planned in Lone Pine State Park, Troy
Crews will harvest Douglas fir logs, plant western larches and ponderosa pines, and use prescribed burns to revitalize native bunchgrass prairie in Lone Pine State Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Court administrator fired for 'insubordination'
The administrator of Flathead County Justice Court was recently fired after judges accused her of "insubordination" as well as mistreating and "micromanaging" the court clerks under her supervision.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
National park overcrowding subject of Senate hearing
Lawmakers and key experts searching for ways to alleviate overcrowding at national parks suggested upgrading smartphone applications for visitors, increasing park staffing and expanding transit services during a hearing Wednesday before the U.S. Senate National Parks Subcommittee.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lawmakers push for drought assistance for Montana ag producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Monday added Flathead, Lake, Glacier and Pondera counties to the list of Montana counties eligible for federal drought relief funding, leaving only two counties in the state — Granite and Toole — ineligible for assistance.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Glacier Park records busy June
Glacier Park records busy June
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lake County rejects zone change for proposed recreation park
The Lake County commissioners on Tuesday unanimously rejected a change to zoning regulations for an area along the west shore of Flathead Lake that would have paved the way for a proposed outdoor recreation facility that drew immense opposition from neighbors.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Montana drops 'bad actor' case against Hecla Mining Co.
The decision prompted conservation groups involved in the case to allege political interference by Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Glacier National Park records one of busiest Junes
Glacier National Park had one of its busiest Junes on record last month, with more than a half-million visits despite a new reservation system aimed at easing congestion on the Going-to-the-Sun Road.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish to name day after Olympic rugby player
Whitefish's mayor is poised to declare Friday, July 23, 2021, "Nicole Heavirland Day" in honor of the local woman gearing up to play rugby in the Tokyo Olympics.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
State drops 'bad actor' case against Hecla CEO
Montana's Department of Environmental Quality is dropping its lawsuit against a North Idaho-based company seeking to develop two large silver and copper mines in Northwest Montana.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish to name day after Olympic rugby player
Whitefish's mayor is poised to declare Friday, July 23, 2021, "Nicole Heavirland Day" in honor of the local woman gearing up to play rugby in the Tokyo Olympics.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Longtime Whitefish Lake conservationist passes baton
The "Flathead Watershed Sourcebook: A Guide to an Extraordinary Place" is about 250 pages of photos, graphics and essays from dozens of contributors exploring the cultural and ecological history of the region. Part textbook, part nature guide, it's filled with useful information for anyone interested in conserving or recreating responsibly …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Montana drops 'bad actor' case against Hecla Mining CEO
Montana's Department of Environmental Quality is dropping its lawsuit against a North Idaho-based company seeking to develop two large silver and copper mines in Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Input sought on forest-thinning project near Olney
Input sought on forest-thinning project near Olney
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
sdfasd
Tester says infrastructure bill urgently needed
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell councilman running for state Senate
After nearly four years on the Kalispell City Council, Kyle Waterman is mounting a second bid for a seat in the Montana Senate.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Car dealership expansion, housing proposal on agenda
A proposal to expand the Don K Chrysler dealership along U.S. 93, as well as a major change to the city's affordable-housing program that was weakened by a new state law, are among the items on a busy Whitefish Planning Board agenda for Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell bookstore raises money for LGBTQ inclusivity after vandalism
A Kalispell bookstore is raising money for LGBTQ inclusivity after someone smashed a store window and ripped down a pride flag that hung inside.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell PR specialist files for Garner's House seat
Courtenay Sprunger, a public relations specialist from Kalispell, announced Monday she will run as a Republican for the Montana House position currently held by Rep. Frank Garner.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Reappraisal reality: Flathead property values, taxes going up
A Montana housing market often described as a "feeding frenzy" for out-of-state home buyers is driving up prices and appraisals. The surge in demand means homeowners across the state can expect their property tax bills to go up this fall.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tester calls infrastructure bill 'urgently needed'
Capping a swing through western Montana, U.S. Sen. Jon Tester stopped in Kalispell on Friday to promote an agreement for a major infrastructure package recently hatched between the Biden administration and a bipartisan group of senators.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Input sought on forest-thinning project near Olney
The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public comment on a proposed tree-thinning project on Flathead National Forest land about a mile west of Olney to reduce the risk of extreme wildfire behavior in the area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish to hold open house on US 93 corridor plan
Whitefish leaders will host an open house next Thursday to educate the public and gather feedback on the city’s Highway 93 South Corridor Plan.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Feds complete transfer of Bison Range to CSKT
The federal wildlife refuge carved from the center of the Flathead Reservation more than a century ago was returned to tribal control under bipartisan legislation that Congress passed in December.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
State seeks to conserve 27,000 acres of Stimson Lumber land
Montana's Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking to purchase a conservation easement for more than 27,000 acres of forest and grassland in Lincoln County to preclude development, protect threatened wildlife habitat, improve public access and recreational opportunities, and allow the longtime owner of the land, the Stimson Lumber …
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council to send resort tax proposal to voters
The Whitefish City Council on Tuesday will advance a proposal to renew the city's resort tax and adjust how that money is spent on streets, parks, bike and pedestrian paths, and other infrastructure.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cities, counties plan infrastructure projects with federal aid
Tens of millions of dollars in federal assistance have poured into the Flathead Valley, an infusion of cash that could help local governments recover from the pandemic, repair aging infrastructure and compensate essential public employees who have been on the frontlines of mitigating COVID-19.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
State seeks to conserve 27,000 acres near Libby
Montana's Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking to purchase a conservation easement for more than 27,000 acres of forest and grassland in Lincoln County to preclude development, protect threatened wildlife habitat, improve public access and recreational opportunities, and allow the longtime owner of the land, the Stimson Lumber …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
County accepts COVID aid, OKs preliminary budget
The Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved a preliminary operating budget that would reduce county spending by about 2.1%, and voted 2-1 to accept nearly $20.2 million in federal pandemic relief and economic stimulus funds.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
County budget calls for reduction in spending
County budge calls for reduction in spending
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fireworks restrictions vary throughout Flathead Valley
Some Flathead Valley firefighting officials are pleading with the public to refrain from setting off fireworks this Fourth of July and instead attend professional displays, as an unprecedented heat wave creates prime conditions for destructive fires in wildland and urban areas.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
North Valley Hospital changes name to Logan Health Whitefish
The board of directors of North Valley Hospital voted last week to rename the facility Logan Health Whitefish — the latest step in a large rebranding effort by the health-care system formerly known as Kalispell Regional Healthcare.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Proposed county budget calls for 2.1% spending reduction
The Flathead County commissioners are scheduled to vote Tuesday on a preliminary operating budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year that would reduce spending by about 2.1%.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Anti-government icon raises concern during Kalispell visit
A former Arizona sheriff and hero of the anti-government militia movement has returned to the Flathead Valley to speak at conservative gatherings, sell his self-published books and promote his curious view of the United States' system of government.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish’s Don ‘K’ re-elected as state GOP chair
Whitefish businessman Don “K” Kaltschmidt was re-elected over the weekend as chairman of the Montana Republican Party.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Interior Dept. finalizes return of Bison Range to tribes
The U.S. Department of the Interior announced Wednesday it has finalized the transfer of the 18,800-acre National Bison Range to the trust ownership of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Interior Dept. finalizes return of Bison Range to tribes
The U.S. Department of the Interior announced Wednesday it has finalized the transfer of the 18,800-acre National Bison Range to the trust ownership of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Visitors flock to Glacier before Sun Road opens
Park officials say the reservation system is working as intended
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Board tables overhaul of North Fork zoning regulations
The Flathead County Planning Board has postponed action on a proposed rewrite of zoning regulations for the North Fork area, with several board members voicing concerns about vague language and potential property-rights violations that could invite legal challenges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish's Don 'K' re-elected as Montana GOP chairman
Whitefish businessman Don "K" Kaltschmidt was re-elected over the weekend as chairman of the Montana Republican Party.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council mulls options for federal relief money
The Whitefish City Council will take up several major proposals on Monday evening, including the city's annual budget, a plan to extend the city's urban growth boundary south of Montana 40, and ideas on how to spend more than $1 million the city is receiving in federal pandemic relief.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Glacier sees uptick in visitors before full Sun Road reopening
Dee Horton planned her trip to Glacier National Park months in advance, booking a rental car, a place to stay and a flight to Kalispell from her home in New Orleans, knowing all those accommodations would be in short supply.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tree-thinning project planned near Dayton
The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public input on a proposed tree-thinning and reforestation project in the Dayton area southwest of Lakeside. The deadline to comment is July 9.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Evergreen group on the hook for $50K in sidewalk effort
Evergreen community leaders say they were blindsided by a clause in a recent Flathead County resolution that requires them to come up with $50,000 in order to construct sidewalks along the U.S. 2 corridor.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Statistics show domestic violence on the rise in Montana
Montana law enforcement officers responded to a domestic violence call every 1.75 hours in 2020 — and experts say that's likely a significant underrepresentation of the problem.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Montana AG's office won't appeal decision in Bellesen case
Facing ample evidence she acted in self-defense, the Montana Attorney General's Office says it will not appeal a judge's decision to permanently dismiss a murder charge against a Lakeside woman who shot and killed her abusive ex-husband in Sanders County nine months ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Anti-union nurses withdraw petition to split with SEIU
Logan Health nurses who sought to break ties with their union amid a contentious three-day labor strike have withdrawn their petition with the National Labor Relations Board.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Flathead County planning director stepping down
Flathead County Planning Director Mark Mussman is stepping down after six years on the job.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
County board mulls whether Whitefish Lake is an airport
After much discussion, the Flathead County Board of Adjustment denied a request from a property owner to build a hangar on their property.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Board mulls whether Whitefish Lake is an airport
Is Whitefish Lake an airport?
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
County submits last-minute grant application for Evergreen sidewalks
Evergreen community leaders are celebrating the latest step by the Flathead County commissioners in an effort to build sidewalks along the U.S. 2 corridor, which would provide safer routes to Evergreen schools as well as better access to local storefronts.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish City Council to meet in person after more than a year
After meeting remotely for more than a year due to the pandemic, the Whitefish City Council will convene in a hybrid format Monday evening, with members of the council and the public able to participate in person or by video.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Senior Spotlight: Whitefish's Chaz Gillette eyes career in film
Like many young people before him, Chaz Gillette, a graduating senior at Whitefish High School, is preparing to leave the small town where he grew up to explore a career in film in California. But he won't take the plunge without a very solid backup plan.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Grizzlies euthanized after attack on llamas, wallaroos near Whitefish
Montana wildlife officials have euthanized two grizzly bears — an adult female and her cub — believed to have attacked numerous chickens and livestock animals near Whitefish.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
A beer and a shot: Flathead breweries offer boozy incentive to get vaccinated
Adults 21 and older can get free beer with their COVID-19 vaccinations during pop-up events scheduled next week at breweries in Kalispell and Columbia Falls.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Forest Service draining Lion Lake to repair aging dams
The U.S. Forest Service has begun draining Lion Lake near Hungry Horse in order to repair two dams that are more than 70 years old. Recent surveys found one of the earthfill dams is leaking and at risk of failure, which could affect wildlife habitat along the South Fork of …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Health center splits from Flathead County
The Flathead Community Health Center, established in 2007 as a division of the Flathead City-County Health Department, officially spun off Monday to operate as a private nonprofit with a new name: the Greater Valley Health Center.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Logan Health nurses strike continues for second day
A labor strike involving hundreds of Logan Health nurses continued for a second day Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
A beer and a shot: Flathead breweries offer boozy incentive to get vaccinated
Adults 21 and older can get free beer with their COVID-19 vaccinations during pop-up events scheduled next week at breweries in Kalispell and Columbia Falls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
KRH nurses go on strike
Hundreds of Logan Health nurses walked off the job Tuesday morning, marking the start of a three-day strike to protest what they view as the hospital system's unwillingness to budge on union demands for better wages and working conditions.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Daily service returns on Empire Builder
Daily service returns on Empire Builder
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Murder charge dropped against woman accused of killing ex-husband
A judge on Tuesday permanently dismissed a charge of deliberate homicide against Bellesen, who maintains she was acting in self-defense when she killed Jacob Glace on Oct. 8.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Logan Health nurses begin three-day strike
Hundreds of Logan Health nurses walked off the job Tuesday morning, marking the start of a three-day strike to protest what they view as the hospital system's unwillingness to budge on union demands for better wages and working conditions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Grizzlies euthanized after attack on llamas, wallaroos near Whitefish
Montana wildlife officials have euthanized two grizzly bears — an adult female and her cub — believed to have attacked numerous chickens and livestock animals near Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Judge to decide fate of Flathead National Forest plan
The fate of a long-term management plan for the Flathead National Forest is in the hands of a federal judge after attorneys for environmental groups and the government squared off in U.S. District Court in Missoula on Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wallaroo at large after grizzly kills llama near Whitefish
A bear, believed to be a grizzly mother with a yearling in tow, broke into a property owner's barn Thursday night in the Haskill Basin area north of Whitefish, killing a llama and unleashing six wallaroos, according to a spokesman for Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Daily service returns on Empire Builder
Amtrak resumed daily service on its long-distance passenger routes Monday, including the Empire Builder that connects Montana's Hi-Line communities and brings tourists to Whitefish.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Murder charge dropped against Flathead woman attacked by ex-husband
Seven months after shooting and killing her abusive ex-husband near a fishing hole in Paradise, Rachel Bellesen is a free woman.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
County takes step toward Evergreen sidewalk project
The Flathead County commissioners have taken a first step toward a long-awaited sidewalk project in Evergreen, where community leaders say children need safer routes to walk and bike to school than the shoulder of a four-lane highway.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Back under tribal control, Bison range offers views of iconic animals
The 19,000-acre Bison Range on the Flathead Indian Reservation has reopened for the season under the management of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Daily service returns on Empire Builder
Amtrak resumed daily service on its long-distance passenger routes Monday, including the Empire Builder that connects Montana's Hi-Line communities and brings tourists to Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
From fry cook to park superintendent, Pete Webster knows Glacier well
During his freshman year at Michigan State University, Pete Webster spotted an ad in the college newspaper for seasonal jobs in Glacier National Park. The former Boy Scout, who grew up in Detroit, jumped at the opportunity to work in the great outdoors.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Back under tribal control, Bison Range offers views of iconic animals
The 19,000-acre Bison Range on the Flathead Indian Reservation has reopened for the season under the management of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, offering visitors the opportunity to see Montana's iconic megafauna in their natural habitat.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Petition calls for Montana landmarks to ditch Confederate namesake
A coalition of civil-rights and conservation groups and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes is calling on a federal government board to officially rename three natural landmarks in western Montana named after Jefferson Davis, the Confederate president and lifelong defender of slavery.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Input sought on fish removal projects
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public comment on plans to remove and cull invasive fish populations in lakes, streams and ponds across the state.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte signs bill deregulating gravel pits
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has signed a bill easing regulations on open-pit gravel mining after opponents warned it could have severe effects on water quality and water rights, and drag down neighboring property values by allowing for more dust and round-the-clock noise disturbances.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Daines, Tester call for reopening of U.S.-Canada border
Both of Montana's senators have called on the Biden administration to work with Canadian officials to fully reopen the northern border, which has been closed to nonessential travel since March 2020 to prevent the coronavirus from spreading between the two countries.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
CSKT awarded $300,000 brownfields grant
CSKT will use a $300,000 grant "to focus on assessment and reuse planning of the largest abandoned sawmills on the reservation and former fueling and auto repair businesses in the towns of Hot Springs and Ravalli."
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
County seeks federal grant to pave more of Blankenship Road
The Flathead County commissioners have approved a last-minute application for a federal grant that would enable the county to pave and improve back roads between Coram and West Glacier.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
County to raise fees for tree stump disposal
The Flathead County commissioners have endorsed raising fees for disposal of tree stumps at the county landfill from $31.05 to $90 per ton.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rangers rescue two bikers after avalanche on Sun Road
Glacier National Park rangers rescued two bicyclists who were trapped by an avalanche Thursday night on the Going-to-the-Sun Road. Neither was injured.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
County seeks grant for road project between West Glacier, Coram
The Flathead County commissioners have approved a last-minute application for a federal grant that would enable the county to pave and improve backcountry roads between Coram and West Glacier.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
State releases assessment for new Whitefish gas station
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has released a draft environmental assessment for the installation of six underground fuel-storage tanks at a Town Pump gas station and convenience store under construction in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Program aims to limit septic pollution in Lake, Flathead counties
Property owners who live near bodies of water in Lake and Flathead counties can get reimbursed up to $200 to help cover the cost of maintaining their septic systems under a new conservation program.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Virus strains from India, Brazil reach Montana
The coronavirus variants linked to deadly waves of infection in India and Brazil have been spotted in several Montana counties, but the message from Flathead County's health officer remains the same: Get vaccinated.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Program aims to limit septic pollution in Lake, Flathead counties
Property owners who live near bodies of water in Lake and Flathead counties can get reimbursed up to $200 to help cover the cost of maintaining their septic systems under a new conservation program.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rangers rescue two bikers after avalanche on Sun Road
Glacier National Park rangers rescued two bicyclists who were trapped by an avalanche Thursday night on the Going-to-the-Sun Road. Neither was injured.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Planning Board endorses rezoning requests
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday forwarded positive recommendations to the county commissioners on two controversial rezoning requests that received public hearings in April.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Libby, Missoula, CSKT awarded grants for cleanup projects
The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded nearly $1 million in grants to the Libby School District, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and the city of Missoula to assist with environmental assessments and cleanup of contaminated sites known as brownfields.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Short-term rentals rejected in Bigfork
Adam Britt requested a conditional-use permit to build nine "cluster dwellings" on about 1.7 acres
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Opponents call for veto of Montana gravel mining bill
Environmentalists and neighborhood advocates are calling on Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte to veto a bill that would ease regulations on open-pit gravel mining, saying it could have severe effects on water quality and water rights, and drag down neighboring property values by allowing for more dust and round-the-clock noise disturbances.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New Flathead County building on track for completion in 2022
Flathead County officials on Monday got a peek at their future offices in the county's North Campus Building in Kalispell, which is being remodeled to alleviate space needs as the county government expands to meet growing demand for services.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Glacier to resume shuttle with reservation tickets
Glacier National Park announced Friday it will resume shuttle services after halting them last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Planning Board to vote on two rezoning requests
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday will take up two controversial rezoning requests that it tabled during its last meeting in April.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New law invalidates Whitefish mask ordinance
Whitefish's mask ordinance is null and void after Gov. Greg Gianforte signed a bill prohibiting certain kinds of local health rules that affect businesses' bottom lines. But any business in the state may still require face coverings if they so choose.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Petition calls for Montana landmarks to ditch Confederate namesake
A coalition of civil-rights and conservation groups and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes is calling on a federal government board to officially rename three natural landmarks in western Montana named after Jefferson Davis, the Confederate president and lifelong defender of slavery.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Glacier to resume shuttle service with reservation tickets
Glacier National Park announced Friday it will resume shuttle services after halting them last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Sun Road reservation system in full swing
Managing the number of vehicles on the Going-to-the-Sun Road is a tricky balancing act, and Glacier National Park officials say they're constantly evaluating numerous factors to determine how many tickets to make available under the park's new reservation system.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bill targets skyrocketing drug prices in Montana
A bill that would give Montana officials the power to license and regulate pharmacy benefit managers — the middlemen that negotiate drug prices and determine which medications are covered by health insurers — is headed to Gov. Greg Gianforte's desk.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte signs bills slashing income taxes
Gov. Greg Gianforte signed a pair of bills slashing Montana's top income tax rate and making various changes to the state's tax code during a visit to Kalispell on Thursday, finalizing a major prong of his policy agenda that Republicans say will create jobs and make Montana more competitive with …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Board rejects short-term rental project in Bigfork
The Flathead County Board of Adjustment on Tuesday rejected a proposal to build nine short-term rental units in Bigfork after neighbors raised objections about the character of the neighborhood and the potential impact on their home values.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Flathead hospitals to train for school shooting
Staff from Kalispell Regional Medical Center, North Valley Hospital and the Whitefish Fire Department will participate in an emergency communications drill Friday morning, testing their ability to coordinate in the event of an active shooting at a local high school.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Conservation groups near goal for Bad Rock Canyon purchase
Conservation groups have almost reached a $7.1 million fundraising goal to purchase nearly 800 acres of forest and wetlands just east of Columbia Falls, at the mouth of Bad Rock Canyon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Legislature passes bills aimed at school-bus safety
Two bills aimed at improving the safety of school buses — and inspired by a collision that severely injured a 6-year-old girl north of Whitefish — have passed the Montana Legislature with overwhelming support.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council OKs Edgewood, Monegan road projects
The Whitefish City Council on Monday unanimously approved a plan to rebuild a stretch of Edgewood Place, the first of two phases in a multimillion-dollar road improvement project funded in part by the city's resort tax.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte to sign bill curtailing local governments, businesses
After sending it back to the Legislature with several proposed amendments, Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte is poised to sign a bill that would invalidate mask requirements, occupancy limits and other pandemic response measures adopted by local governments and health officials.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bill targets skyrocketing drug prices in Montana
A bill that would give Montana officials the power to license and regulate pharmacy benefit managers — the middlemen that negotiate drug prices and determine which medications are covered by health insurers — is headed to Gov. Greg Gianforte's desk.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Board to consider structures at Bigfork golf course
The Flathead County Board of Adjustment is scheduled to consider five proposals during its monthly meeting Tuesday night, including a request for a permit extension to maintain several temporary buildings at the Eagle Bend Golf Club in Bigfork, which lost its clubhouse in a massive fire in February 2020.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council to consider road projects
The Whitefish City Council on Monday will again consider a plan to rebuild a stretch of Edgewood Place, the first of two phases in a multimillion-dollar road improvement project funded in part by the city's resort tax.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte to sign bill invalidating local mask rules
After sending it back to the Legislature with several proposed amendments, Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte is poised to sign a bill that would invalidate mask requirements, occupancy limits and other pandemic response measures adopted by local governments and health officials.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
County administrator's contract extended 1 more month
Mike Pence will stick around one more month as Flathead County's chief executive while his successor prepares for a cross-country move and settles into the job.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Zinke eyes Montana's new U.S. House seat
Zinke eyes Montana's new U.S. House seat
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former Interior secretary Zinke eyes Montana's new US House seat
Ryan Zinke, the former Montana congressman who served as Interior secretary during the Trump administration before stepping down under a cloud of ethics investigations, is poised to run for the second U.S. House seat awarded to the state this week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rep. Skees announces 2nd run for Public Service Commission
State Rep. Derek Skees announced Thursday he will run a second time for a seat on Montana's Public Service Commission, the five-member board that regulates water, gas, electric and telephone utilities in the state.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Montana Legislature passes school bus safety bills
The legislation was inspired by Jordana Hubble, who has been recovering from a traumatic brain injury since November 2019, when she was hit by a vehicle while getting off a school bus on U.S. 93 near Olney.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Flathead 911 center struggles with hiring, retention
Flathead County's 911 dispatch center struggled to hire and retain employees during the first quarter of 2021 as call volumes continued to surge, but the center's director says the number of vacant positions is shrinking and the turnover has not disrupted emergency services.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell lawmaker promotes false vaccine conspiracy theory
A longtime state lawmaker from Kalispell promoted a false conspiracy theory about COVID-19 vaccines on Thursday during a public debate in the Montana Senate.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Evergreen sidewalk project awaits green light from county
It's harder than you might think to get a sidewalk built in Evergreen.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell lawmaker promotes false vaccine conspiracy theory
A longtime state lawmaker from Kalispell promoted a false conspiracy theory about COVID-19 vaccines on Thursday during a public debate in the Montana Senate.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte signs bill giving elected officials power over health boards
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has signed a bill that subjects emergency decisions by local health boards and health officers to approval by elected officials.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte signs bill stripping Whitefish affordable-housing program
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has signed a bill that eliminates a major component of Whitefish's affordable-housing program and will force the city to make adjustments amid a historic population boom in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Fireworks restrictions, parking program approved in Whitefish
The Whitefish City Council has enacted a new fireworks ordinance that aims to limit fire hazards, noise disturbances and the spread of harmful chemical compounds in Whitefish Lake and the city's drinking water.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Governor signs bill giving elected officials power over health boards
The new law allows city councils and county commissioners to amend or rescind emergency orders
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte signs bill giving elected officials power over health boards
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has signed a bill that subjects emergency decisions by local health boards and health officers to approval by elected officials.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council mulls fireworks restrictions, parking program
The Whitefish City Council will hold public hearings Monday on a proposal to tighten fireworks restrictions as well as a pilot program that would offer $20-a-month parking permits to employees and owners of downtown businesses.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Board approves zone changes, Lake Five dock, Creston subdivision
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday recommended the county approve a controversial boat dock on Lake Five, a six-lot subdivision in the Creston area and several rezoning requests that drew objections from neighbors.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Flathead County tightens lakeshore regulations
In an effort to settle a lawsuit, Flathead County no longer will issue administrative permits for certain lakeshore construction projects under new regulations the county commissioners unanimously approved on Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Board approves Bigfork apartments
The board voted 4-1 to grant a conditional-use permit to Mark and Tina Gillette to build a dozen apartments
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Proposed recreation park near Lakeside draws local opposition
The Wedels say they aim to provide family-friendly activities for both locals and tourists outside the more popular areas of the Flathead Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coast Guard vet hired as Flathead County administrator
The Flathead County commissioners have hired Peter Melnick to replace County Administrator Mike Pence, who will retire at the end of May after 16 years in the position.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lawmakers OK bill giving elected officials power over health boards
A bill that would give elected officials the power to change or shoot down emergency rules adopted by local health boards was sent to Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte's desk this week after passing both chambers of the Republican-controlled Legislature with mostly GOP support.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Board to consider Lake Five boat dock, Creston subdivision
The Flathead County Planning Board has a packed agenda for its next meeting on Wednesday, including five requests for zoning changes, a proposal to build a boat dock on Lake Five and a preliminary plat application for a six-lot subdivision in the Creston area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Montana infrastructure gets C grade in White House report
Montana has 377 bridges and more than 1,485 miles of highway in poor condition, and 1 in 4 of the state's public transit vehicles is ready for the scrapyard, according to a new "infrastructure report card" from the Biden White House.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lawmakers pass bill to expand monitoring of domestic abusers
The Montana Senate on Monday unanimously endorsed a bill that could expand the use of electronic monitoring of people charged with certain domestic violence and stalking crimes.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Proposed recreation park near Lakeside draws opposition
A proposal to build an outdoor recreation park near the west shore of Flathead Lake has drawn immense opposition from neighbors, who have launched an online petition and submitted numerous comments to the Lake County Planning Board saying the development is unwelcome.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bill to deregulate accessory dwellings dies in Montana Senate
Despite bipartisan support, a bill that would prohibit cities and counties from limiting construction of accessory dwelling units appears unlikely to advance after its first hearing before a Montana legislative committee.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lawmakers pass bill giving elected officials power over health boards
A bill that would give elected officials the power to change or shoot down emergency rules adopted by local health boards was sent to Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte's desk this week after passing both chambers of the Republican-controlled Legislature with mostly GOP support.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Board OKs housing projects in Evergreen, Bigfork
The Flathead County Board of Adjustment has approved permits for a manufactured home park in Evergreen as well as a cluster of apartment buildings in Bigfork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
County sets rules for West Glacier work camps
The Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved regulations allowing "work camps" for seasonal employees in the West Glacier area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Library board considers polling voters on funding
The board of Flathead County's ImagineIF Libraries is mulling next steps to secure more funding and maintain library services.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
County to hold hearing on West Glacier work camps
The Flathead County commissioners are scheduled to hold a public hearing Tuesday morning on a proposal to allow "work camps" for seasonal employees in the West Glacier area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council to consider traffic concerns, marketing plan
Tourism marketing, accessory dwellings, traffic concerns and a request for a food bank donation are on the agenda for the Whitefish City Council's Monday meeting.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bill to deregulate accessory dwellings dies in Montana Senate
Despite bipartisan support, a bill that would prohibit cities and counties from limiting construction of accessory dwelling units appears unlikely to advance after its first hearing before a Montana legislative committee.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Finalists interviewed for Flathead County administrator job
Four finalists for the position of Flathead County administrator fielded questions about their experience and leadership styles from the county commissioners on Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tester touts COVID relief during Kalispell visit
U.S. Sen. Jon Tester visited Kalispell on Tuesday to tout the benefits of the third COVID-19 relief package that President Joe Biden signed this month.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Board to consider apartments in Bigfork
The board will meet at 6 p.m. on April 6.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Four to be interviewed for county administrator job
Daniel Sabolsky, Elishia Hayes, Pat Oman and Pete Melnick were identified as top candidates.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bill would prohibit accessory dwelling regs
Bill would prohibit accessory dwelling regs
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Board to consider housing projects in Evergreen, Bigfork
Proposals to build a manufactured home park in Evergreen and a cluster of apartment buildings in Bigfork will go before the Flathead County Board of Adjustment during the board's next meeting on April 6.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tester touts COVID relief during Kalispell visit
U.S. Sen. Jon Tester visited Kalispell on Tuesday to tout the benefits of the third COVID-19 relief package that President Joe Biden signed this month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
State lawmakers target local COVID rules from all angles
Since the start of Montana's legislative session, Republican state lawmakers have considered a variety of novel ways to limit how local governments can respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Finalists named for Flathead County administrator job
Four people vying to become Flathead County's next chief executive will have job interviews with the county commissioners in a public meeting Tuesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New Whitefish food bank director brings international experience
A volcanic eruption in Indonesia prompted Sophie Albert to take a pause from teaching and get involved in humanitarian work.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bill would prohibit accessory dwelling regs in Montana
A bipartisan bill just introduced in the Montana Senate would prohibit cities and counties from adopting regulations that stand in the way of new accessory dwelling units — small cottages or apartments that share properties with larger single-family homes.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bill would ease Montana gravel mining regulations
Flathead Valley landowners and neighborhood advocates are among those opposing a bill in the Montana Senate that would ease regulations on open-pit gravel mining.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Kalispell police chief seeks more monitoring of domestic abusers
House Bill 449 would, in many cases, increase the likelihood that a domestic violence suspect is monitored using a GPS bracelet while out of jail and awaiting trial.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Flathead County jail to expand medical unit
The Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday approved up to $75,000 to create a larger medical office and exam room for people incarcerated at the county jail in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Montana lawmakers target local COVID rules from all angles
Since the start of Montana's legislative session, Republican state lawmakers have considered a variety of novel ways to limit how local governments can to the COVID-19 pandemic.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Man arrested after refusing to wear mask at Whitefish gym
A Kalispell man was arrested and charged with misdemeanor trespassing last week after refusing to wear a face covering at a gym in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bill would ease Montana gravel mining regulations
Flathead Valley landowners and neighborhood advocates are among those opposing a bill in the Montana Senate that would ease regulations on open-pit gravel mines.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Montana to pay legal fees in Flathead business lawsuit
Under a new settlement agreement, the state of Montana will pay nearly $95,000 in attorney fees for five Flathead County businesses that were sued by former Gov. Steve Bullock's administration for allegedly flouting a mask mandate and other COVID-19 restrictions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Discover Kalispell concerned about bed tax proposals
The Kalispell Convention and Visitors Bureau is raising concerns about two pieces of legislation that would change how Montana distributes revenue from its lodging facility tax, also known as the bed tax.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Forest Service plans dozens of maintenance projects in Montana
The projects include trail maintenance, road resurfacing and extensive repairs of visitor facilities.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
County approves Echo Lake rezoning over objections
Rowland Day, through his Day Family Trust, asked the county to rezone his property from agricultural to suburban agricultural.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish leaders testify against housing bill
A bill that would eliminate Whitefish's affordable-housing program drew spirited opposition from city leaders during its first hearing in the Montana Senate last week after passing the House on a party-line vote.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
County OKs Echo Lake rezoning over objections
The Flathead County commissioners have approved a request to rezone about 62 acres along the west shore of Echo Lake over objections from neighbors who voiced concerns about boat traffic, water quality, lakeshore erosion, wildlife habitat and fire safety.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council to consider parking program
The Whitefish City Council will hold a work session Monday evening to consider a proposed pilot program that would offer $20 parking permits to employees of businesses downtown, where many spots are limited to two or three hours.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Library board ponders solutions for budget crunch
In need of technology upgrades, better accessibility and additional staff, the board of Flathead County's ImagineIF Libraries is considering asking voters to approve a property tax increase as the county's population continues to surge.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Maintenance projects planned on Flathead, Kootenai forests
The Forest Service plans dozens of maintenance projects in Montana
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Planning Board supports changes to lakeshore regs
A lawsuit over a controversial cabin development in West Glacier has prompted the Flathead County Planning Board to recommend tightening the county's lakeshore protection regulations.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tester, Daines vote with parties on COVID-19 package
The bill is expected to reach President Joe Biden's desk after a final vote Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
ImagineIF Libraries consider lifting mask mandate in June
"We're definitely opening full hours with or without vaccines in May," Connie Behe said.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New Flathead wildfire plan a 'roadmap' for homeowners
It's never too early to think about fire safety.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
ImagineIF Libraries could lift mask requirement in June
The libraries' director hopes enough staff members will have been vaccinated to create a safer work environment.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Montanans 60 and older to get vaccines starting Monday
Maj. Gen. Matthew Quinn, who leads Montana's COVID-19 task force, said the new Phase 1B+ is expected to cover between 100,000 and 140,000 Montanans who aren't currently eligible for vaccinations.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
County parks and rec director stepping down
Jed Fisher's last day on the job will be March 31.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish considers loosening regs on accessory dwellings
In another small step aimed at growing the city's inventory of affordable housing, the Whitefish City Council tonight will consider softening zoning requirements for accessory dwellings, also known as guest houses or "mother-in-law apartments."
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Animal shelter to get new multipurpose building
Cliff Bennett, the shelter's director, said the building will meet a variety of needs, serving as a place to hold meetings, train staff, assess animals' behavior, shelter large influxes of animals during emergencies and occasionally host expert instructors from around the country.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Skees revives bill to eliminate Montana's political cop
Republican Rep. Derek Skees — who was named but never charged in a high-profile campaign finance case launched by the former commissioner of political practices in 2016 — argues the enforcement process is vulnerable to partisan influence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bill would nullify mask ordinance in Whitefish
A Republican-backed bill in the Montana House would nullify much of Whitefish's mask ordinance and prohibit cities, counties and local health boards from adopting similar requirements in the future.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell lawmaker seeks to defund public radio
Republican state Rep. Derek Skees argued there is "no compelling reason" for the state to subsidize any radio station, regardless of the content or viewpoints it shares, though he also accused public radio in general of liberal bias.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tester bill aims to restore daily Amtrak service
A massive drop in ridership due to the COVID-19 pandemic prompted Amtrak to cut service on most of its long-distance routes to just three days a week in October.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Daines faces backlash for opposing Interior nominee
Facing a wave of criticism from conservation groups and Native American leaders, Montana Sen. Steve Daines has doubled down on his opposition to Deb Haaland, the Democratic New Mexico congresswoman nominated to lead the U.S. Department of the Interior.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
State, local authorities push for more vaccine doses
Approximately 2,400 doses are being administered each week in Flathead County.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flathead locals testify in support of school bus safety bills
Rep. Neil Duram, R-Eureka, said the legislation was inspired by Jordana Hubble, who has been recovering from a traumatic brain injury since November 2019, when she was hit by a vehicle while getting off a school bus on U.S. 93 near Olney.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Interest in concealed weapons 'skyrocketing' in Flathead County
Mirroring a national trend, the Flathead County Sheriff's Office processed a record 2,605 applications for concealed weapons permits in 2020, a 39% increase over 2019.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
State and local authorities push for more vaccine doses
Montana State and Flathead County authorities push for more doses of COVID-19 vaccine
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council members condemn bills limiting local control
Uttering phrases like "How dare they?" and "Shame on you," Whitefish City Council members on Tuesday forcefully condemned two bills in the Montana Legislature that would strip the city of local control, eliminate the city's affordable-housing program and nullify a city ordinance requiring masks to curb the spread of COVID-19.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bill would end Whitefish's mask requirement
Bill would prohibit cities, counties and local health boards from adopting similar requirements
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bill would invalidate Whitefish mask ordinance
Sponsored by Rep. Jedediah Hinkle, R-Belgrade, the bill would prohibit local governments from compelling businesses to turn away customers who don't comply with health requirements, including those who refuse to wear face coverings.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Dangerous dogs, $2.35M street rebuild top Whitefish agenda
The council on Tuesday will consider authorizing the reconstruction design of a stretch of Edgewood Place, the first of two phases in a $5 million road improvement project covered by the city's resort tax.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
County officials target highway litter once again
Beginning this spring or summer, motorists who fail to secure their loads should expect to receive warnings from a reserve sheriff's deputy stationed at the landfill, said Dave Prunty, Flathead County's public works director.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
County administrator to stay 2 more months
Mike Pence, 72, who has managed the operations of the county government since 2005, now is scheduled to work his last day on May 31.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Interior Department removes roadblocks for public land purchases
The department has reversed a Trump administration order that threatened to hamstring federal land acquisitions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bill would eliminate Whitefish affordable-housing program
A bill sponsored by House Majority Leader Sue Vinton, R-Billings, would prohibit cities from requiring developers to dedicate land or pay fees in order to keep homes priced for people with specified income levels – a system known as inclusionary zoning, which has been deployed in various forms in communities …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tribes say Montana tax proposal disrespects sovereignty
Senate Bill 138, sponsored by Sen. Greg Hertz, R-Polson, would eliminate a tax exemption that takes some of the financial burden off tribes as they apply to the federal government to hold land in trust – part of the expensive process of recouping reservation lands once taken by the federal …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
County OKs controversial subdivision near Whitefish
The Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved a controversial 80-acre subdivision south of Whitefish and pleaded with developers and neighbors not to drag out the matter in court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Montana lawmakers push for reauthorizing Keystone XL
President Joe Biden canceled the long-disputed pipeline project in one of many executive orders on his first day in office, angering Republican lawmakers who have derided his efforts to mitigate climate change as an attack on the U.S. energy sector.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte seeks to drop state lawsuit against Flathead businesses
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte said Thursday he was directing staff at the Department of Public Health and Human Services to "seek dismissal" of lawsuits filed by the previous administration against five Flathead County businesses.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Longtime Special Olympics volunteer honors daughter's legacy
In one way or another, Terri Siefke has been involved in the Special Olympics since 1988, when she first watched her only daughter compete in a track meet in Seattle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish to take over garbage billing from contractor
The city of Whitefish is taking over responsibility for garbage billing from a private contractor, but residents aren't expected to see any change in rates, and some commercial customers may benefit from slight price reductions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte: State will seek to drop lawsuit against Flathead businesses
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte said Thursday he was directing staff at the Department of Public Health and Human Services to "seek dismissal" of lawsuits filed by the previous administration against five Flathead County businesses.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
FCC fines local Nazi sympathizer
A 51-year-old Nazi sympathizer residing in Libby faces a $9.9 million fine from the Federal Communications Commission after he plagued various parts of the country with racist, anti-Semitic and threatening robocalls.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tester takes gavel as Veterans Affairs Committee chair
U.S. Sen. Jon Tester made an appeal for bipartisanship and expressed urgency about the COVID-19 pandemic Wednesday in his first remarks as chairman of the Veterans Affairs Committee, a position he gained in the reorganization of the new evenly split Senate.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Montana leaders respond to Biden's pause on oil drilling
President Joe Biden emphasized job creation in the renewable energy sector Wednesday as he signed another slate of executive orders tackling climate change, while Montana's congressional Republicans again lamented that his actions will kill jobs in the fossil fuel industry.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
FCC slaps Libby-based neo-Nazi with $10 million fine
A 51-year-old Nazi sympathizer residing in Libby faces a $9.9 million fine from the Federal Communications Commission after he plagued various parts of the country with racist, anti-Semitic and threatening robocalls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lake County settles lawsuit over tribal tax breaks
The Lake County commissioners have agreed to settle a lawsuit that alleged the Montana Department of Revenue erroneously gave property-tax exemptions to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, costing the county tens of thousands of dollars in tax revenue.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Montana GOP officials blast Biden's environmental actions
President Joe Biden's new administration wasted no time taking executive actions aimed at combating climate change and protecting the environment.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council gets positive feedback on resort-tax proposal
The Whitefish City Council heard positive feedback Tuesday on a proposal to extend the city's resort tax and adjust how the city uses that money.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Flathead lawmakers introduce anti-abortion bills
A brother-and-sister duo representing the Flathead Valley in the Montana Legislature introduced two bills aimed at preventing abortions during a committee hearing Wednesday, joining other GOP lawmakers who see a rare opportunity to enact abortion limits under the state's new Republican governor.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Daines: New law prevents health insurance price-rigging
Health insurers no longer will be immune from federal antitrust laws that prohibit collusion and price-rigging under a bill that President Donald Trump signed into law last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Remington Bar asks judge to dismiss COVID claims
An attorney for the Remington Bar in Whitefish has asked a judge to dismiss several claims in a lawsuit filed by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services that sought to enforce former Gov. Steve Bullock's masking and social distancing mandates at five Flathead County businesses.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish hearing weighs proposed changes to resort tax
Whitefish residents can weigh in on a proposal to reallocate the city's resort tax revenue during a virtual City Council meeting Tuesday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Daines, Rosendale recognize Biden victory in wake of siege
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines and U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale have recognized Joe Biden as the president-elect after months of casting doubt on the legitimacy of the election. They're also objecting to House Democrats' plan to impeach President Donald Trump a second time following last week's insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Subdivision near Whitefish fuels debate over public access
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday recommended approval of plans for an 80-acre subdivision south of Whitefish over objections from neighbors who say access to the proposed development shouldn't rely on their privately maintained roads.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Bill would shield Montana businesses from COVID lawsuits
A bill introduced in the Montana Senate last week would shield businesses, nonprofits and health-care providers from lawsuits related to COVID-19 as long as they comply with local, state and federal public-health requirements.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Daines, Rosendale recognize Biden victory in wake of siege
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines and U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale have recognized Joe Biden as the president-elect after months of casting doubt on the legitimacy of the election.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Gianforte plan wouldn't use pot revenue for public lands, vets
Montana voters moved to legalize recreational marijuana in November after being told that tax revenue from pot sales would be used for public lands, veterans' services and health care for elderly people and those with disabilities, among other programs.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
What's in governor's budget for Flathead County?
Flathead County would get a new District Court judge to keep up with growing caseloads, and three specialists would be hired to help implement a new tribal water-rights compact under a budget proposal unveiled Thursday by Gov. Greg Gianforte.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Flathead County commissioners set board responsibilities
The three Flathead County commissioners don't just meet with each other to set policy and manage the county's budget.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Trump supporters protest vote certification in Kalispell
As insurrectionists stormed the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, dozens of people objecting to President-elect Joe Biden's victory staged a small demonstration in downtown Kalispell, waving flags and encouraging passing motorists to honk in support of outgoing President Donald Trump.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Montana Legislature begins 2021 session
The top priority for many lawmakers will be fixing an economy ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish to require masks after Gianforte rescinds mandate
Montana's new governor says he will rescind a statewide mask mandate aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19, but people will still be required to don face coverings in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish may keep mask requirements under Gianforte
Citing concerns that Montana's new governor might rescind a statewide mask mandate, the Whitefish City Council is considering whether to extend face-covering requirements within city limits to keep COVID-19 cases under control until vaccines become widely available.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Montana Legislature kicks off 2021 session Monday
When the Montana Legislature convenes Monday for its 2021 session, the top priority for many lawmakers will be fixing an economy ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Board to consider coffee stand near Kalispell's Woodland Park
Kalispell could get a new coffee stand if the Flathead County Board of Adjustment approves the project during its next meeting on Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
State GOP lawmakers blast Daines over water compact
A historic water-rights agreement between the federal government and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes became law on Sunday, as President Donald Trump reluctantly signed a $2.3 trillion spending bill that included the pact as well as a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Abell sworn in as Flathead County commissioner
Shortly after he was sworn in as a Flathead County commissioner Wednesday morning, Brad Abell returned to Columbia Falls to work his last day as a heavy-equipment operator for Weyerhaeuser, capping a career with the timber company that has spanned about 29 years and 8 months.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
State GOP vice chair says she's neutral on water compact
A letter released Monday and purportedly signed by 18 Montana state lawmakers blasted a fellow Republican, U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, for backing a historic water-rights settlement with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
County formalizes taxing district for 911 center
County formalizes taxing district for 911 center
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
GOP sweep signals changes ahead
Montana turned deep red in 2020, as Republican candidates swept every statewide office on the November ballot and won the governor's office for the first time in 16 years.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
State GOP lawmakers blast Daines over water compact
A historic water-rights agreement between the federal government and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes became law on Sunday.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
State GOP lawmakers blast Daines over water compact
A historic water-rights agreement between the federal government and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes became law on Sunday, as President Donald Trump reluctantly signed a $2.3 trillion spending bill that included the pact as well as a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
2020 Reflections: Montana's GOP sweep signals changes ahead
Montana turned deep red in 2020, as Republican candidates swept every statewide office on the November ballot and won the governor's office for the first time in 16 years.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Maskless riders challenging S.N.O.W. bus drivers
Whitefish's COVID-19 task force and the operator of the S.N.O.W. bus that shuttles skiers and snowboarders between the city and Big Mountain are urging riders to wear masks when boarding – and keep them on for the duration of their trips.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish City Council urges COVID-19 compliance
The Whitefish City Council has adopted a nonbinding resolution urging residents to follow public health guidelines such as masking and social distancing, while a city COVID-19 task force has begun reinforcing that message with downtown signage, a website and short videos featuring local business owners.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Flathead commissioners to rescind pandemic emergency declaration
The Flathead County commissioners are scheduled to vote Tuesday on a proposal to rescind their prior declaration of a COVID-19 emergency, which made available hundreds of thousands of dollars for contact tracing and other efforts to mitigate the pandemic.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Montana lawmakers criticize actions on defense bill, COVID package
President Donald Trump vetoed a $740 billion defense bill on Wednesday after sharply criticizing another massive spending bill that includes $900 billion in COVID-19 relief, putting him at odds with Montana lawmakers who helped pass both pieces of legislation with veto-proof bipartisan majorities.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
County begins program to track landfill visits
County begins program to track landfill visits
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Congress passes historic CSKT water compact with massive spending bill
Tucked in the mammoth spending bill that Congress passed Monday night is a historic pact that will resolve thousands of water-rights claims by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners rescind COVID emergency declaration
The Flathead County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to rescind their prior declaration of a COVID-19 emergency, saying none of the county's emergency funds have been used to mitigate the coronavirus.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Medical dispensaries first to sell recreational marijuana
After voters approved two legalization measures in November, many of Montana's medical marijuana dispensaries are expected to seek licenses to sell their products for recreational use beginning next fall.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Feds reduce amount of vaccine headed to Montana
Montana will receive fewer doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine than state officials had anticipated by the end of the year, Gov. Steve Bullock said Friday, as the pharmaceutical giant and the federal government quarreled over details of the nation's complex distribution effort.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Congress passes historic CSKT water compact with massive spending bill
Tucked in the mammoth spending bill that Congress passed Monday night is a historic pact that will resolve thousands of water-rights claims by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners to rescind COVID emergency declaration
The Flathead County commissioners are scheduled to vote Tuesday on a proposal to rescind their prior declaration of a COVID-19 emergency, which made available hundreds of thousands of dollars for contact tracing and other efforts to mitigate the pandemic.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Montana medical dispensaries will be first in line to sell recreational pot
After voters approved two legalization measures in November, many of Montana's medical marijuana dispensaries are expected to seek licenses to sell their products for recreational use beginning next fall.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Interior nominee draws praise from conservationists, Indigenous leaders
Some Montana conservation groups and Indigenous leaders, including the chairwoman of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, are celebrating the nomination of New Mexico Rep. Deb Haaland to lead the U.S. Department of the Interior.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Feds reduce Montana's shipments of COVID vaccine
Montana will receive fewer doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine than state officials had anticipated by the end of the year, Gov. Steve Bullock said Friday, as the pharmaceutical giant and the federal government quarreled over details of the nation's complex distribution effort.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council urges compliance with COVID rules
The Whitefish City Council has adopted a nonbinding resolution urging residents to follow public health guidelines such as masking and social distancing, while a city COVID-19 task force has begun reinforcing that message with downtown signage, a website and short videos featuring local business owners.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Judge demands speedy demolition of Flathead Lake's 'bridge to nowhere'
Flathead County District Judge Robert Allison called the bridge a "foolhardy boondoggle."
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell Regional workers in line to receive vaccine
Kalispell Regional Medical Center and nine other Montana hospitals are expected to receive shipments of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine this month, providing the first doses for 9,750 health-care workers across the state, Gov. Steve Bullock's office announced Monday.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Bullock, Fox and Gianforte weigh in on Texas election lawsuit
Elected leaders in Montana have sent mixed messages to the U.S. Supreme Court on whether it should hear an unprecedented lawsuit from Texas that seeks to overturn election results in four battleground states despite there being no evidence of widespread fraud.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Lawmakers mull pandemic rules for upcoming session
With the coronavirus pandemic still raging, Montana lawmakers are negotiating whether to meet virtually or in person when the next legislative session begins Jan. 4.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
County formalizes taxing district for 911 center
The Flathead County commissioners passed a resolution Monday establishing a special taxing district for the Flathead Emergency Communications Center, meeting the requirements of a ballot measure voters passed in November to increase funding for 911 services and equipment.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council closes ‘loophole’ for affordable housing
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously Monday to close a "loophole" in the city's Legacy Homes program that has allowed developers to build up to seven units in multifamily housing projects without triggering affordability requirements.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Judge demands speedy demolition of Flathead Lake's 'bridge to nowhere'
A court-appointed engineer will oversee the demolition of a private "bridge to nowhere" that connects Dockstader Island to the north shore of Flathead Lake.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
KRMC workers could get COVID-19 vaccine this month
Ten Montana hospitals expected to receive vaccine this month
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish Community Foundation taking on funds from Flathead foundation
Flathead Community Foundation disbanding
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Montana gets $126M to expand rural broadband service
Six internet providers are expected to extend broadband service to nearly 46,000 homes and businesses in rural Montana with nearly $126 million from the Federal Communications Commission.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
County launches program to track landfill visits
A new punch-card system will allow Flathead County homeowners to drop off three oversized loads of garbage at the county landfill each year, free of charge beyond the existing annual assessment for solid waste.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
KRMC workers on track to get COVID vaccine this month
Kalispell Regional Medical Center and nine other Montana hospitals are expected to receive shipments of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine this month, providing the first doses for 9,750 health-care workers across the state, Gov. Steve Bullock's office announced Monday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Flathead public works director stays busy managing roads, garbage
Dave Prunty makes sure Flathead County's roads get plowed each winter and road dust gets tamped down each summer.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish council mulls affordable-housing changes
The Whitefish City Council tonight is scheduled to consider a change to the city's Legacy Homes affordable-housing program as well as a final plat application for the 8.8-acre, 58-lot Trailview subdivision on the southeast edge of town.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Montana lawmakers mull COVID rules for 2021 session
With the coronavirus pandemic still raging, Montana lawmakers are negotiating whether to meet virtually or in person when the next legislative session begins Jan. 4.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork apartment project gets green light
The board granted Rodney and Tia McFarlane conditional-use permits to build five multifamily homes along Jewel Basin Court
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork apartment project gets green light
The Flathead County Board of Adjustment on Tuesday gave developers a green light to build 20 apartment units in Bigfork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Land Board to consider easement for North Fork Road project
Montana's Land Board is expected to decide whether to grant Flathead County an easement for a 1-mile stretch of the North Fork Road just south of the Canada border – the missing piece in a $2 million project aimed at rehabilitating nearly 21 miles of the gravel road that serves …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Fairgrounds takes $535,000 hit due to COVID
Low turnout at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo and other effects of COVID-19 have cost Flathead County roughly $535,000 in revenue, nearly twice what the fairgrounds department has saved in reserves, according to Fairgrounds Manager Mark Campbell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Sun Road could get makeover along Lake McDonald
The U.S. Department of the Interior has proposed rebuilding a 9.3-mile stretch of Going-to-the-Sun Road and replacing a bridge over McDonald Creek in Glacier National Park, among hundreds of other maintenance projects on federal lands.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
State earmarks $13M in COVID aid for schools
With just over a month left to finish spending federal coronavirus aid, Montana Gov. Steve Bullock announced Wednesday he is redistributing nearly $13 million to K-12 schools to cover costs related to COVID-19, including staffing, transportation, cleaning, personal protective equipment, and computers and other devices needed for students.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Flathead Community Foundation disbanding, moving assets to Whitefish
The Flathead Community Foundation is disbanding after 15 years and transferring its assets to the much larger Whitefish Community Foundation, a move both organizations say will strengthen local philanthropic efforts, eliminate redundant administrative costs and ensure that funds are distributed according to donors' wishes.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Proposed industrial rezoning draws opposition from Kalispell
The owner of an RV dealership along U.S. 93 proposes to rezone about 14 acres of neighboring land to allow for light industrial use – a proposal that has drawn opposition from the city of Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
20 apartment units proposed in Bigfork
The Flathead County Board of Adjustment is scheduled to consider applications to build 20 apartment units in Bigfork during its meeting Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Bullock earmarks $13 million in COVID aid for schools
With just over a month left to finish spending federal coronavirus aid, Montana Gov. Steve Bullock announced Wednesday he is redistributing nearly $13 million to K-12 schools to cover costs related to COVID-19, including staffing, transportation, cleaning, personal protective equipment, and computers and other devices needed for students.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
State seeks new judge in Flathead County business lawsuits
Two Bigfork area businesses included in controversial suit
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
New judge assigned to Flathead business lawsuits
A new judge will oversee lawsuits involving the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services and five Flathead County businesses over COVID-19 masking and social-distancing requirements.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Daines takes part in vaccine trial
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines said Wednesday he took part in a trial for a COVID-19 vaccine developed by the pharmaceutical company Pfizer and later tested positive for coronavirus antibodies without becoming sick, leading him to believe he received effective doses of the vaccine and not an inert placebo.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
State seeks new judge in Flathead business lawsuits
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services has requested a new judge in its lawsuits against five Flathead County businesses, which call into question the state's ability to enforce masking and social-distancing requirements aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Evergreen seeks 'opportunity' for empty big-box buildings
Big-box stores have been closing their doors across the country, kneecapped by disastrous financial strategies and outperformed by online retailers like Amazon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Flathead businesses sue state over COVID claims
Five Flathead County businesses accused of flouting Gov. Steve Bullock's masking and social-distancing mandates have filed counterclaims against the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Bullock expands mask mandate, tightens restrictions
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock said Tuesday he is expanding a statewide mask mandate and tightening restrictions on businesses and public gatherings as cases of COVID-19 continue to surge during the holiday season.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Businesses sue state over COVID claims
Five Flathead County businesses accused of flouting Gov. Steve Bullock’s masking and social-distancing mandates have filed counterclaims against the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, alleging the agency selectively targeted them and hurt them financially.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish voters may decide resort tax changes
Whitefish leaders want to extend the city's resort tax and adjust how that money is spent on maintenance and improvements of streets, parks, bike and pedestrian paths, and other infrastructure.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Daines took part in COVID-19 vaccine trial
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines said Wednesday he took part in a trial for a COVID-19 vaccine developed by the pharmaceutical company Pfizer and later tested positive for coronavirus antibodies without becoming sick, leading him to believe he received effective doses of the vaccine and not an inert placebo.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Flathead businesses sue state over COVID claims
Five Flathead County businesses accused of flouting Gov. Steve Bullock's masking and social-distancing mandates have filed counterclaims against the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, alleging the agency selectively targeted them and hurt them financially.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Gov. Bullock issues new directive on statewide COVID-19 restrictions
Restaurants, bars, breweries, distilleries and casinos will be limited to 50% capacity and must close by 10 p.m. starting Friday.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Bullock expands mask mandate, tightens restrictions
"These are decisions that I don't take lightly, yet they are a necessity," Bullock said
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Bullock tightens coronavirus restrictions
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock said Tuesday he is expanding a statewide mask mandate and tightening restrictions on businesses and public gatherings as cases of COVID-19 continue to surge during the holiday season.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Interior Department order hinders public land purchases
Conservation advocates say an order from the U.S. Department of the Interior will hamstring federal land-acquisition projects under the Land and Water Conservation Fund, which received full and permanent funding when the Great American Outdoors Act was signed into law this summer.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Bullock expands mask mandate, tightens restrictions
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock said Tuesday he is expanding a statewide mask mandate and tightening restrictions on businesses and public gatherings as cases of COVID-19 continue to surge during the holiday season.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Judge favors businesses in COVID-19 lawsuits
After a long day of testimony, a Flathead County judge declined state requests for preliminary injunctions against five local businesses accused of violating Montana Gov. Steve Bullock’s masking and social-distancing mandates.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Art project, subdivision on Whitefish City Council agenda
The Whitefish City Council is scheduled to consider the final plat for a 15-lot subdivision off Armory Road, as well as a plan to secure a state tourism grant for artwork on the soon-to-be-completed Baker Avenue pedestrian underpass.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Judge favors businesses in COVID-19 lawsuits
Judge favors businesses in COVID-19 lawsuits
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Interior misses deadline on conservation projects
Montana Sen. Jon Tester criticized the Trump administration on Tuesday after the U.S. Department of the Interior provided a list of proposed conservation projects a week late and without detailed funding requests.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Veterans get free access to federal lands – for life
U.S. military veterans and Gold Star families now have free access to national parks, wildlife refuges and other federal lands used for hunting and recreation, the U.S. Department of the Interior announced Tuesday.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Judge favors Flathead County businesses in COVID-19 lawsuits
After a long day of testimony, a Flathead County judge declined state requests for preliminary injunctions against five local businesses accused of violating Montana Gov. Steve Bullock's masking and social-distancing mandates.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Interior misses deadline on conservation projects
Montana Sen. Jon Tester criticized the Trump administration on Tuesday after the U.S. Department of the Interior provided a list of proposed conservation projects a week late and without detailed funding requests.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Veterans get free access to federal lands – for life
U.S. military veterans and Gold Star families now have free access to national parks, wildlife refuges and other federal lands used for hunting and recreation, the U.S. Department of the Interior announced Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Daines campaign claims ‘Dems are stealing the election’
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines’ campaign made the baseless allegation that Democrats are “stealing” the presidential election in a text sent to many Montana residents on Thursday, echoing President Donald Trump’s rhetoric and casting doubt on the accuracy of the ballot-counting process still underway in several key states.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Montana officials offer reactions to Biden-Harris win
Montana’s U.S. senators offered starkly different reactions to announcements Saturday that former Vice President Joe Biden had won the presidential election.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
County administrator to retire after guiding growth for 16 years
When Flathead County Administrator Mike Pence reflects on all the teachable moments in his 45 years of government service, one project in particular springs to mind.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
State officials offer reactions to Biden's win
Montana's U.S. senators offered starkly different reactions to announcements Saturday that former Vice President Joe Biden had won the presidential election.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Daines campaign claims 'Dems are stealing the election'
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines' campaign made the baseless allegation that Democrats are "stealing" the presidential election in a text sent to many Montana residents on Thursday, echoing President Donald Trump's rhetoric and casting doubt on the accuracy of the ballot-counting process still underway in several key states.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Whitefish City Council passes on tighter restrictions
The Whitefish City Council declined to impose new COVID-19 restrictions after hearing testimony from small business owners, a local hospital nurse and other residents during a virtual meeting Monday evening.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Skees shelves bill to repeal pot legalization
Before Montanans voted decisively to legalize recreational marijuana use, a state lawmaker from Kalispell preemptively introduced a bill that would repeal the law.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Flathead County sees record voter turnout of 81%
Flathead County poll workers finished counting more than 60,000 ballots Wednesday afternoon in an election that drew a record number of registered voters and eye-popping turnout.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Abell wins seat on Flathead County Commission
Republican Brad Abell has handily defeated Democrat Kristen Larson in a race for the District 1 seat on the Flathead County Commission.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Abell likely wins county commissioner race
Abell was leading Larson with nearly two-thirds of 36,422 ballots cast
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Montana voters legalize recreational marijuana, split on gun measure
An initiative that would legalize recreational marijuana use in Montana had a sizable lead in Tuesday night's early election results, while voters were tied on another ballot measure that would invalidate many local gun regulations.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Whitefish council declines tighter COVID rules
The Whitefish City Council declined to impose new COVID-19 restrictions after hearing testimony from small business owners, a local hospital nurse and other residents during a virtual meeting Monday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Standing in line, voters feel the weight of 2020 election
Throngs of Flathead County voters turned out on Election Day to cast ballots in person, in drop boxes and at local drive-thru polling places.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Voting at the last minute in Flathead County? Here's how to do it
Procrastinators, be advised: The deadline to vote is almost here.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Abortion, guns and public lands top of mind for some Flathead voters
Voters in Flathead County are as divided as the nation on key issues like gun rights, access to abortion and the president's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
HD 3 race draws high interest from donors
Of all the state legislative campaigns underway in the Flathead Valley, one has raked in an especially high amount in contributions, demonstrating the power of online fundraising tools and word of mouth in the digital age.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Daines criticized for lax COVID protections at campaign events
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock's campaign criticized Republican Sen. Steve Daines for appearing at a large campaign event Thursday in Hamilton, saying attendees appear to have flouted social distancing and masking guidelines aimed at preventing the spread of the coronavirus.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Whitefish tightens restrictions for Halloween weekend
The Whitefish City Council has approved temporary COVID19 restrictions for the Halloween weekend as infections continue to rise in Flathead County and officials worry about the potential for a “super spreader” event.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Trump Jr. coming to Kalispell Saturday for rally
Donald Trump Jr. is scheduled to visit Kalispell on Saturday to stump for Republican candidates up and down the ballot, offering a star-power boost in the final days of the campaign season.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
MSU poll finds close contests, strong support for legal pot
Republican and Democratic candidates were practically neck and neck in Montana's congressional and gubernatorial races just two weeks before Election Day, according to a new poll from Montana State University Billings.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Group opposed to COVID restrictions makes stop in Kalispell
A new group that opposes government COVID-19 restrictions held a meeting of several dozen people Wednesday morning at Sykes Diner in Kalispell, one of five Flathead County businesses being sued by Gov. Steve Bullock's administration for refusing to comply with masking and social distancing mandates.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Whitefish tightens COVID restrictions for Halloween weekend
The Whitefish City Council has approved temporary COVID-19 restrictions for the Halloween weekend as infections continue to rise in Flathead County and officials worry about the potential for a "super spreader" event.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Daines, Tester offer contrasting views on Barrett's confirmation
Montana's Republican senator celebrated the confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday while the state's Democratic senator condemned the vote and accused the GOP of hypocrisy, illustrating the partisan divide that has hung over the court vacancy since the death of Justice Ruth Bader …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Bullock cracks down on Flathead businesses not following COVID-19 mandates
Bullock cracks down on Flathead businesses not following COVID-19 mandates
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Daines, Tester press Amtrak on job cuts, service reduction
U.S. senators on Wednesday questioned the chief of Amtrak about job cuts and service reductions on the carrier's long-distance passenger train routes, including the Empire Builder line that serves a dozen mostly rural communities in northern Montana.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Montana Supreme Court quickly dismisses lawsuit over pot initiative
Montana Supreme Court quickly dismisses lawsuit over pot initiative
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Bullock cracks down on Flathead County businesses flouting COVID-19 orders
Bullock cracks down on Flathead County businesses flouting COVID-19 orders
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Tester, Daines denounce Amtrak service cuts
U.S. senators on Wednesday questioned the chief of Amtrak about job cuts and service reductions on the carrier's long-distance passenger train routes, including the Empire Builder line that serves a dozen mostly rural communities in northern Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Anti-pot group challenges Montana ballot initiative
An anti-marijuana group has asked the Montana Supreme Court for an expedited decision to strike down a ballot initiative in a last-ditch effort to prevent the statewide legalization of recreational pot.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Former ambassador stumps for GOP in Kalispell
Former ambassador speaks on general election in Kalispell
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Voters consider concealed carry ballot measure; referendum concerns school officials
A measure on the November ballot would strip local governments in Montana of the power to regulate concealed firearms, except in publicly owned and occupied buildings within their jurisdictions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Gov. calls for medical workers as hospitals fill up
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock on Thursday issued an urgent call for medical workers to join the fight against COVID-19 as hospitals across the state are on the verge of being overwhelmed by a recent surge in coronavirus infections
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Planning Board rejects housing project east of Kalispell
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday rejected an application for a controversial housing development east of Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Caregiver had no symptoms for 3 days before returning to Spokane Veterans Home, official says
A health care worker who has tested positive for COVID-19 had no symptoms for three days before returning to work at the Spokane Veterans Home last week, a state official said.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Providence hospitals in Spokane rationing face masks amid global shortage
At Providence hospitals in the Spokane area, personal protective equipment is being kept under lock and key.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Official: Caregiver had no symptoms for 3 days before returning to Spokane Veterans Home
A health care worker who has tested positive for COVID-19 had no symptoms for three days before returning to work at the Spokane Veterans Home last week, a state official said.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Spokane Veterans Home employee tests positive for COVID-19
A health care worker at the Spokane Veterans Home returned to work three days after being tested for COVID-19. The employee worked on Friday and Monday – when the test result came back positive.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Spokane County jail population plunges during pandemic
Spokane County’s jail population has dwindled to a level not seen in roughly two decades as judges and attorneys move to release defendants from cramped detention facilities where they might be exposed to the novel coronavirus.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Spokane County courts working to alleviate jail crowding amid COVID-19 concerns
Following an urgent request from jail officials, Spokane County’s district and superior courts have prepared lists of inmates who might be released to alleviate crowding and prevent the novel coronavirus from spreading in the county’s detention facilities.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dozens released from Spokane County custody following Municipal Court emergency order
Dozens of people were released from the Spokane County Jail and the Geiger Corrections Center on Monday following an emergency order from Spokane Municipal Court that aims to alleviate crowding and prevent the spread of the new coronavirus among inmates.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spokane Tribe Casino closing due to COVID-19
The Spokane Tribe Casino in Airway Heights closed at 5 p.m. Tuesday, following casinos across the state that have shut down to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spokane's Catholic bishop suspends public Mass through April 6
Catholics in the Spokane diocese will not gather for public Masses and funeral ceremonies may not involve more than 10 people under a new order from Bishop Thomas Daly.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spokane County jail facilities suspend family visits, educational programs; courts announce slowdowns
Spokane County officials are barring friends and relatives from visiting inmates in the downtown jail and the Geiger Corrections Center to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Whitworth, Community Colleges of Spokane extend spring break; WSU cancels Mom's Weekend
Whitworth University, North Idaho College and the Community Colleges of Spokane have joined the list of schools canceling in-person classes and preparing to teach lessons online due to COVID-19.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
WSU, EWU moving classes online due to coronavirus concerns
Washington State University and Eastern Washington University are moving most courses online due to concerns about COVID-19.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Prev
Next