Gateway Community Center looking to fill space in old mall building

The Gateway Community Center could become a hub for community-minded organizations in Northwest Montana — but it still needs more tenants.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Montana governor extends mandatory closures

Gov. Steve Bullock announced he was extending directives on closures of schools, bars and restaurants until at least April 10 during a press conference on Tuesday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Many local banks close lobbies, see uptick in business

Local banks and credit unions are taking measures to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak, while the economic climate is causing business to increase in areas such as mortgage refinancing.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Border closure leaves Eureka in state of uncertainty

Border communities like Eureka are preparing for the economic consequences of the United States and Canadian governments closing the U.S.-Canada border to recreational travel.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

County mulls another levy attempt for 911 services

Flathead County is reconsidering another mill levy to help fund the 911 Emergency Communications Center, six years after a ballot measure fell short.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Flathead Dems optimistic, but realistic about 2020

Since the inauguration of President Trump in 2017, a group of Flathead Valley residents has gathered every Tuesday next to Depot Park to protest the president and bring attention to traditionally liberal causes.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Local races set as filing deadline passes

The stage is set for the 2020 primary elections after the final day of candidate filings on Monday produced a twist in a Kalispell house district.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Planning director on front line of land-use issues

Nearly 20 years into his career as a planner, Mark Mussman realizes how emotional people can become over land use in a place like Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

County landfill prepares for growth with $3M upgrade

On a busy day at the Flathead County Landfill last July, long lines of private vehicles and commercial trucks were forming as people tried to enter the landfill along U.S. 93 between Kalispell and Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Graybill ruled eligible to run for attorney general

Raph Graybill was ruled fully eligible to run for the Democratic nomination for Montana attorney general on Friday, after a complaint filed in early February questioned whether Graybill met the qualifications to run for the office.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Contested races emerge as more Dems vie for legislative seats

The latest crop of local candidates filing for political office has set up a Democratic primary battle in one district and guaranteed a general-election contest in two other districts.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

County OKs permit for Lake Five vacation rentals

The Flathead County commissioners on Wednesday unanimously voted to grant a major land-use permit for guest cabins at a Lake Five vacation rental retreat, but Commissioner Phil Mitchell warned they would “be watching over [the project] like a hawk.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Republican hopefuls talk issues in Kalispell

Republican candidates for Montana Secretary of State made their case in front of a cordial audience during a forum at Kalispell’s Red Lion Inn Thursday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Gubernatorial candidate Fox unveils public-safety plan

Montana Attorney General and Republican gubernatorial candidate Tim Fox introduced his plan for a “safer Montana” and brought out former Montana Gov. Marc Racicot during a campaign stop in Kalispell on Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Dudik tackles tough issues in campaign for attorney general

Kimberly Dudik, Democratic candidate for Montana attorney general, is ready to address issues that Montanans and politicians are wary of discussing.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

National Boy Scouts bankruptcy should not impact local scouting

The Boy Scouts of America filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday as it faces a wave of lawsuits over sexual-abuse allegations, but this will not affect the operations of the Boy Scouts’ Montana Council.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Scaled-back trails plan OK'd by board

Despite firm public opposition, the Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday voted unanimously to send a scaled-back version of a county trails plan to the county commissioners for final consideration instead of an earlier, more comprehensive plan.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

County officials still see need for new jail

While it is not an “emergency situation,” the Flathead County jail continues to struggle with a lack of space, according to Jail Commander Jennifer Grande.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Updated Trails Plan ready for review

An updated version of the Flathead County Trails Plan is the focus of a public hearing Wednesday before the Flathead County Planning Board.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

County eyes CenturyLink building for space needs

The Flathead County commissioners voted Thursday to move forward with the purchase of the vacant CenturyLink building in Kalispell for extra county office space, provided the building meets all county specifications.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bullock sets agenda for last year as governor

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock visited the Daily Inter Lake editorial board last week for the first time during his time in office to discuss his final year and reflect on his time as governor.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Complaint alleges AG candidate Graybill doesn't qualify

A complaint filed Monday with Montana’s Commissioner of Political Practices earlier this week raises questions as to whether one Democratic candidate running for attorney general this year is actually eligible to do so.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Senate hopeful visits Kalispell to tout experience, momentum

Cora Neumann, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, arrived in Kalispell last week on the heels of an impressive period of fundraising.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Lawmakers reflect on Legislative Week, annual sessions

Local politicians have plenty to ponder coming away from Montana’s first-ever “Legislative Week.”
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Eureka lawmaker attends trade deal signing with Trump

State Sen. Mike Cuffe, R-Eureka, was in Washington. D.C., Wednesday to watch President Donald Trump sign a new trade agreement with Canada and Mexico into law.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Eureka hemp facility workers file wage claims

Employees of a hemp-processing facility in Eureka are sitting on paychecks they cannot cash after the company they worked for was declared insolvent.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Program gives veterans with health concerns independence, peace of mind

For Joe Barnes, a 74-year-old Vietnam War veteran, a new program through the Flathead County Agency on Aging has helped him stay positive and upbeat, even through a series of health setbacks.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish council rejects eastside apartment proposal

The Whitefish City Council on Tuesday unanimously voted to deny an application to develop two apartment units near the new Muldown Elementary school.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

The HealthCenter CEO announces resignation

The chief executive officer of The HealthCenter, Tate Kreitinger, is stepping down after 15 years running the medical facility.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Water rights act seen as historic victory by some, disaster by others

Since being introduced in early December by Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., the Montana Water Rights Protection Act has drawn strong opinions both for and against the landmark agreement.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Nurses union resumes talks with KRH

The nurses union made up of staff from several Kalispell Regional Healthcare facilities is set to begin its second round of bargaining over its initial contract.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Community support makes difference for man braving pancreatic cancer

Marcelle Wood is an active young father with two kids and a passion for snowboarding, so it came as “a total shock” when he was diagnosed with stage-four pancreatic cancer last April.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Producer a driving force in local music scene

Marco Forcone may not be a household name in the Flathead Valley, but he has become an integral part of the local music scene since his arrival nine years ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish council to vote on controversial apartments

The Whitefish City Council will decide the fate of a plan to build two apartment buildings across from the new Muldown Elementary School at its meeting tonight.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Montana businesses gear up for sports betting

Legal sports betting has arrived in the state of Montana, and Chris Gillette, owner of Fatt Boys Sports Bar and Casino in Kalispell, said he is “pumped” about being able to offer sports wagering at his establishment.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish doctor offers primary-care alternative

Todd Bergland was not satisfied working in America’s insurance-based health-care system as a primary-care physician.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Outgoing Health Board leaders cry foul over new appointments

At an emotional meeting of the Flathead City-County Health Department Board of Health on Thursday, David Myerowitz and Wayne Miller did not hide their grievances over the Flathead County commissioners’ decision to replace them as chairman and vice chairman of the board.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Montana agencies reveal five-year outdoor rec plan

Gov. Steve Bullock on Tuesday announced a five-year strategy to address issues and challenges facing Montana’s outdoor recreation industry.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Neighbors opposed to apartments planned near schools

The Whitefish Planning Board will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, to discuss a conditional-use permit for a proposed apartment complex near the new Muldown Elementary School.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell School Board learns about vaping crisis

Amid rising national concerns about teenagers and vaping, Kalispell pediatrician Lynn Dykstra addressed the Kalispell School Board about e-cigarette use among young people on Tuesday at Flathead High School.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bill ends water dispute, gives tribes Bison Range ownership

In a new bill introduced by Montana’s senators, the federal government would transfer control of the National Bison Range to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes in exchange for ending a century-old water dispute.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New agreement reached on CSKT Water Compact

U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., will introduce the Montana Water Rights Protection Act to the U.S. Senate next week after reaching an agreement with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes on a framework for a permanent water settlement.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Regional sued over data breach

A Cascade County resident has sued Kalispell Regional Healthcare on behalf of the 130,000 patients whose personal information was potentially exposed by a May data breach.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish to debut City Hall sculpture tonight

The city of Whitefish will host an unveiling for a new bronze sculpture adorning the outside of Whitefish City Hall tonight at 5:30 p.m.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Northwest Montana ski areas ramp up for winter season

Winter may be slow to arrive in the valleys, but skiers can still rejoice as the first local ski area opens some of its slopes Friday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Heroic Realms caters to game and fantasy enthusiasts

For nearly 20 years, Heroic Realms in Evergreen has offered an escape for lovers of tabletop games, role-playing games and board games.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish council mulls big change to zoning regs

The Whitefish City Council will consider new zoning regulations for the U.S. 93 South corridor and will discuss updating the city’s engineering standards tonight at 7:10 p.m. at City Hall.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

County eyes grant for mental-health crisis intervention

The Flathead County commissioners will decide on Monday whether to apply for a grant that would fund new personnel for the Western Montana Mental Health Center.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell artist transforms metal into works of art

For five years, Donna Freebury’s idyllic farm south of Kalispell has doubled as an art studio as she has pursued her passion for custom metal art.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

AG Barr hears firsthand about state's meth problem

To address a methamphetamine problem in Montana he called “staggering,” Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., hosted a roundtable on Montana’s meth crisis with U.S. Attorney General William Barr, Montana Attorney General Tim Fox and other local law-enforcement figures on Friday afternoon at the Flathead County Sheriff’s Posse.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Tester talks health care, gun reform

Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., said during a conversation with the Daily Inter Lake editorial board on Friday that health care is the “number-one issue” he hears about in Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Coalition sues feds over bull trout recovery plan

A coalition of local organizations filed a complaint on Tuesday challenging the U.S. Fish and Wildlife’s 2015 Bull Trout Recovery Plan, claiming the plan fails to incorporate certain requirements outlined in the federal Endangered Species Act.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Montana Lottery approves rules for sports betting

The Montana Lottery Commission on Thursday approved a draft of rules that will legalize sports wagering in Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sen. Daines lauds action on conservation, park maintenance

Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., called Tuesday an “exciting day for Montana” as a key U.S. Senate panel approved a bill to fully and permanently fund the Land and Water Conservation Fund.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Proposal aims for increased oversight of big projects

The Whitefish Planning Board on Thursday will discuss proposed city-initiated changes to zoning regulations along the U.S. 93 South corridor that would require stricter oversight for large developments such as hotels and gas stations.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish to assess traffic restrictions, impact fees

The Whitefish City Council will look at a traffic and parking restriction ordinance and review the annual Impact Fee Report during its biweekly meeting tonight at 7:10 p.m. at City Hall.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Fundraisers begin for critically injured girl

Multiple fundraisers are taking place to support the recovery for 6-year-old Jordana Hubble following an accident on Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Feds penalize Kalispell Regional for compliance failure

According to the Office of Inspector General, Kalispell Regional Healthcare was penalized $65,000 for failing to comply with certain requirements of a corporate integrity agreement signed in September 2018.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Lottery on cusp of offering sports betting

Montanans will be able to bet on sports in designated locations by the end of the year, if the Montana Lottery Commission approves the final rules at its Nov. 21 meeting.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Regional nears deal to take over HealthCenter

Kalispell Regional Healthcare is nearing a deal to take on full ownership of The HealthCenter, following discussions with the Flathead Physician Group board.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tester pushes for community health center funding

With congressional funding for the nation’s community health centers set to expire on Nov. 21, Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., is fighting to get the funds reauthorized.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Paraplegic hunter bags trophy elk

Annie Crone of Kalispell is paralyzed from the waist down, but on opening day of the 2019 hunting season she had an experience many able-bodied hunters spend years seeking out.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Independent physical therapist makes house calls

An appointment with a physical therapist can feel like another trip to the doctor, but Jay Shaver is trying to change the typical therapy experience for his patients.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Independent physical therapist makes house calls

An appointment with a physical therapist can feel like another trip to the doctor, but Jay Shaver is trying to change the typical therapy experience for his patients.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Debo Powers ready to represent district

Debo Powers may live off the grid, but she’s prepared to plug into Montana politics as the new representative for House District 3.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

KRH suffers data breach

A data breach at Kalispell Regional Healthcare earlier this year may have compromised the personal information of nearly 130,000 patients, hospital officials reported on Tuesday.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Former Griz football player has Olympic aspirations

Gage Smith had never been in a bobsled before last year. But the former walk-on for the University of Montana football team is no stranger to a big challenge.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Former Griz football player has Olympic aspirations

Gage Smith had never been in a bobsled before last year. But the former walk-on for the University of Montana football team is no stranger to a big challenge.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Outdoorsman chronicles the wild life in his new photo book

Kjell Petersen has spent most of life exploring the wild lands of the West, but a year ago the 71-year-old was still searching for a legacy.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Outdoorsman chronicles the wild life in his new photo book

Kjell Petersen has spent most of life exploring the wild lands of the West, but a year ago the 71-year-old was still searching for a legacy.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Cyberatack on Kalispell Regional may have compromised patient information

A data breach at Kalispell Regional Healthcare earlier this year may have compromised the personal information of nearly 130,000 patients, hospital officials reported on Tuesday.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Glacier stuns Flathead 2-1 in playoff thriller

For one side it was ecstasy, for the other it was agony.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Cyberattack on Kalispell Regional breaches patient data

A data breach at Kalispell Regional Healthcare earlier this year may have compromised the personal information of nearly 130,000 patients, hospital officials reported on Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Cyberattack on Kalispell Regional breaches patient data

A data breach at Kalispell Regional Healthcare earlier this year may have compromised the personal information of nearly 130,000 patients, hospital officials reported on Tuesday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Glacier stuns Flathead 2-1 in playoff thriller

For one side it was ecstasy, for the other it was agony.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Glacier shuts down Flathead

A dominant defensive display helped Glacier roll over Flathead 42-0 in Friday night’s Western AA football crosstown clash at Legends Stadium on Friday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Eureka VFW hosts pilot project for veteran care

EUREKA – A potential national breakthrough in veterans’ health care is being piloted in an unlikely rural location.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Eureka VFW hosts pilot project for veteran care

EUREKA – A potential national breakthrough in veterans’ health care is being piloted in an unlikely rural location.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Glacier shuts down Flathead

A dominant defensive display helped Glacier roll over Flathead 42-0 in Friday night’s Western AA football crosstown clash at Legends Stadium on Friday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Federal government proposes to ease Stark Law regs

The Trump administration and Department of Health and Human Services recently proposed changes to the Stark Law and the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute in an effort to ease regulations on health care providers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Federal government proposes to ease Stark Law regs

The Trump administration and Department of Health and Human Services recently proposed changes to the Stark Law and the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute in an effort to ease regulations on health care providers.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Mayor addresses growth, challenges facing Whitefish

Whitefish Mayor John Muhlfeld drove into town for the first time on a Monday in July of 1995. He said Whitefish was like a “ghost town,” with just a few blinking traffic lights at 7:30 in the morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Mayor addresses growth, challenges facing Whitefish

Whitefish Mayor John Muhlfeld drove into town for the first time on a Monday in July of 1995. He said Whitefish was like a “ghost town,” with just a few blinking traffic lights at 7:30 in the morning.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Medicare penalizes KRMC for rate of readmissions

Kalispell Regional Medical Center was one of nine Montana hospitals penalized for failing to meet federal standards to reduce unnecessary readmissions under the Hospital Readmission Reduction Program.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Medicare penalizes KRMC for rate of readmissions

Kalispell Regional Medical Center was one of nine Montana hospitals penalized for failing to meet federal standards to reduce unnecessary readmissions under the Hospital Readmission Reduction Program.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Deadline for REAL ID a year away

Montanans are running out of time to get their REAL IDs if they want to board a plane at this time next year.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Mammography technologist battles breast cancer statewide

When Elise Cormier was 25, she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that nearly took her life.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Mammography technologist battles breast cancer statewide

When Elise Cormier was 25, she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that nearly took her life.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Deadline for REAL ID a year away

Montanans are running out of time to get their REAL IDs if they want to board a plane at this time next year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Deadline for REAL ID a year away

Montanans are running out of time to get their REAL IDs if they want to board a plane at this time next year.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Wolfpack escape Knights in thriller

With the Glacier Wolfpack offense struggling in the second half, Jake Rendina took matters into his own hands on the game’s final drive.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Wolfpack escape Knights in thriller

With the Glacier Wolfpack offense struggling in the second half, Jake Rendina took matters into his own hands on the game’s final drive.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

New rules let Medicare fund rural residencies

A change to Medicare that went into effect Oct. 1 aims to help rural hospitals address shortages of nurses and primary-care physicians.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

New rules let Medicare fund rural residencies

A change to Medicare that went into effect Oct. 1 aims to help rural hospitals address shortages of nurses and primary-care physicians.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Fox talks governor's race, record as attorney general

Even with the Republican primary over eight months away, Attorney General Tim Fox is wasting no time courting Montanans as he seeks the Republican nomination for governor.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Fox talks governor's race, record as attorney general

Even with the Republican primary over eight months away, Attorney General Tim Fox is wasting no time courting Montanans as he seeks the Republican nomination for governor.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Report: Vaccination rates differ from school to school

Immunization rates dipped slightly among Flathead County students in the 2018-19 school year, but there is a wide gap in vaccination rates between schools, according to new data released by the Flathead City-County Health Department.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Report: Vaccination rates differ from school to school

Immunization rates dipped slightly among Flathead County students in the 2018-19 school year, but there is a wide gap in vaccination rates between schools, according to new data released by the Flathead City-County Health Department.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Lawsuit against Goguen dismissed

A California arbitrator last week threw out a civil breach-of-contract suit alleging sexual and emotional abuse by Michael Goguen, a venture capitalist who has donated to many causes in Whitefish and the Flathead Valley.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Civil suit against Goguen tossed

A California arbitrator last week threw out a civil breach-of-contract suit alleging sexual and emotional abuse by Michael Goguen, a venture capitalist who has donated to many causes in Whitefish and the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Civil suit against Goguen tossed

A California arbitrator last week threw out a civil breach-of-contract suit alleging sexual and emotional abuse by Michael Goguen, a venture capitalist who has donated to many causes in Whitefish and the Flathead Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Flathead neuroscience researchers awarded $1.4M grant

Local neuroscience company Expesicor has received a $1.4 million Small Business Innovation Research grant from the National Institute of Health, a reward for its cutting-edge research on treating and preventing neurological disorders and traumatic brain injuries.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Flathead neuroscience researchers awarded $1.4M grant

Local neuroscience company Expesicor has received a $1.4 million Small Business Innovation Research grant from the National Institute of Health, a reward for its cutting-edge research on treating and preventing neurological disorders and traumatic brain injuries.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Flathead Dems seek replacement for Col. Falls legislative seat

Flathead County Democrats are seeking a replacement for a local legislative seat following the resignation of Zac Perry.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Butte's Bulldogs blow by Wolfpack

Butte’s offensive onslaught was too much for Glacier to overcome as the Wolfpack fell 55-28 to the Bulldogs in Class AA football action on Friday night at Legends Stadium.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Flathead Dems seek replacement for Col. Falls legislative seat

Flathead County Democrats are seeking a replacement for a local legislative seat following the resignation of Zac Perry.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Butte's Bulldogs blow by Wolfpack

Butte’s offensive onslaught was too much for Glacier to overcome as the Wolfpack fell 55-28 to the Bulldogs in Class AA football action on Friday night at Legends Stadium.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Wildkats 3rd at state basketball

GREAT FALLS — After three consecutive 9 a.m. games and a clash with a team that crushed them 58-29 on the first day of the tournament, you could not have blamed the Columbia Falls Wildkats for coming up short on Saturday afternoon at Four Seasons Arena.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Wildkats 3rd at state basketball

GREAT FALLS — After three consecutive 9 a.m. games and a clash with a team that crushed them 58-29 on the first day of the tournament, you could not have blamed the Columbia Falls Wildkats for coming up short on Saturday afternoon at Four Seasons Arena.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Wildkats 3rd at state basketball

GREAT FALLS — After three consecutive 9 a.m. games and a clash with a team that crushed them 58-29 on the first day of the tournament, you could not have blamed the Columbia Falls Wildkats for coming up short on Saturday afternoon at Four Seasons Arena.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Wildkats 3rd at state basketball

GREAT FALLS — After three consecutive 9 a.m. games and a clash with a team that crushed them 58-29 on the first day of the tournament, you could not have blamed the Columbia Falls Wildkats for coming up short on Saturday afternoon at Four Seasons Arena.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Class A State Basketball Columbia Falls plays on with a loser-out victory over Libby

GREAT FALLS — Columbia Falls lives to fight another day at the Class A state girls basketball tournament, at the expense of the Libby Loggers.
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Class A State Basketball Columbia Falls plays on with a loser-out victory over Libby

GREAT FALLS — Columbia Falls lives to fight another day at the Class A state girls basketball tournament, at the expense of the Libby Loggers.
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Capital rolls over Glacier in semis

Helena Capital used a big first quarter to propel itself to a 47-37 win over Glacier in the Western AA Divisional girls basketball semifinals on Friday at Glacier High School.
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Capital rolls over Glacier in semis

Helena Capital used a big first quarter to propel itself to a 47-37 win over Glacier in the Western AA Divisional girls basketball semifinals on Friday at Glacier High School.
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Fast start helps Helena High defeat Wolfpack

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Fast start helps Helena High defeat Wolfpack

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Off night dooms Bravettes

A cold shooting night doomed the Bravettes as Missoula Sentinel toppled Flathead 46-29 in Western AA girls basketball action on Thursday at Flathead High School.
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Off night dooms Bravettes

A cold shooting night doomed the Bravettes as Missoula Sentinel toppled Flathead 46-29 in Western AA girls basketball action on Thursday at Flathead High School.
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C-Falls, Browning district champs

WHITEFISH — Ryley Kehr scored the final seven points as Columbia Falls edged Browning 55-49 in a Northwest A District girls basketball championship thriller on Saturday night at Whitefish High School.
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C-Falls, Browning district champs

WHITEFISH — Ryley Kehr scored the final seven points as Columbia Falls edged Browning 55-49 in a Northwest A District girls basketball championship thriller on Saturday night at Whitefish High School.
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Northwest A District Tournament Browning girls, boys roll on

WHITEFISH – Libby held its own against No. 1 seed Browning, but the Lady Indians dominated the second quarter and fought off the Loggers for a 49-39 win in the semifinals of the Northwest A District girls basketball tournament on Friday at Whitefish High School.
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Northwest A District Tournament Browning girls, boys roll on

WHITEFISH – Libby held its own against No. 1 seed Browning, but the Lady Indians dominated the second quarter and fought off the Loggers for a 49-39 win in the semifinals of the Northwest A District girls basketball tournament on Friday at Whitefish High School.
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Northwest A District Libby boys, girls move to semis

WHITEFISH — Ryggs Johnston scored 32 points to help Libby prevail over Ronan 60-52 in the first round of the Northwest A District boys basketball tournament on Thursday at Whitefish High School.
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Northwest A District Libby boys, girls move to semis

WHITEFISH — Ryggs Johnston scored 32 points to help Libby prevail over Ronan 60-52 in the first round of the Northwest A District boys basketball tournament on Thursday at Whitefish High School.
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C-Falls edges Browning

COLUMBIA FALLS — Ryley Kehr nailed the game-winning 3-pointer, Trista Cowan scored 21 points and Columbia Falls squeaked by Browning 57-55 in a Northwest A girls basketball barnburner on Saturday at Columbia Falls High School.
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C-Falls edges Browning

COLUMBIA FALLS — Ryley Kehr nailed the game-winning 3-pointer, Trista Cowan scored 21 points and Columbia Falls squeaked by Browning 57-55 in a Northwest A girls basketball barnburner on Saturday at Columbia Falls High School.
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Knights take down Bravettes

Missoula Hellgate handed Flathead its fourth consecutive loss as it cruised to a 58-30 victory over the Bravettes in Western AA girls basketball action on Thursday at Flathead High School.
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Knights take down Bravettes

Missoula Hellgate handed Flathead its fourth consecutive loss as it cruised to a 58-30 victory over the Bravettes in Western AA girls basketball action on Thursday at Flathead High School.
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Bravettes bow to Bruins

Flathead buried eight 3-pointers but was punished in the paint as Helena Capital rolled over the Bravettes 62-36 in Western AA girls basketball action on Saturday afternoon at Flathead High School.
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Bravettes bow to Bruins

Flathead buried eight 3-pointers but was punished in the paint as Helena Capital rolled over the Bravettes 62-36 in Western AA girls basketball action on Saturday afternoon at Flathead High School.
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Bengals surge by Bravettes

Flathead kept undefeated Helena High uncomfortable until the final minutes, but the Bengals pulled away for a 49-32 victory over the Bravettes in a Western AA girls basketball clash on Friday night at Flathead High School.
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Bengals surge by Bravettes

Flathead kept undefeated Helena High uncomfortable until the final minutes, but the Bengals pulled away for a 49-32 victory over the Bravettes in a Western AA girls basketball clash on Friday night at Flathead High School.
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Wildkats throttle Hamilton in defensive battle

COLUMBIA FALLS — Thirty-nine points is rarely a lot in a game of basketball, but it was all the Wildkats needed to turn this one into a rout.
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Wildkats throttle Hamilton in defensive battle

COLUMBIA FALLS — Thirty-nine points is rarely a lot in a game of basketball, but it was all the Wildkats needed to turn this one into a rout.
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Wolfpack takes down Pirates, 58-39

Glacier bounced back from a tough first quarter to cruise by Polson 58-39 in nonconference boys basketball action on Thursday night at Glacier High School.
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Wolfpack takes down Pirates, 58-39

Glacier bounced back from a tough first quarter to cruise by Polson 58-39 in nonconference boys basketball action on Thursday night at Glacier High School.
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Glacier boys dominate Braves, 46-35

Glacier jumped out to a big early lead and never trailed, rolling over Flathead 46-35 in Western AA boys basketball action on Friday night at Glacier High School.
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Glacier boys dominate Braves, 46-35

Glacier jumped out to a big early lead and never trailed, rolling over Flathead 46-35 in Western AA boys basketball action on Friday night at Glacier High School.
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Braves outlast Big Sky, 51-48

Up 35-18 at halftime, it looked like the Flathead boys basketball team would cruise to an easy win in its conference opener.
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Braves outlast Big Sky, 51-48

Up 35-18 at halftime, it looked like the Flathead boys basketball team would cruise to an easy win in its conference opener.
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Glacier boys fall in OT

The Glacier boys began the new year in agonizing fashion, falling 52-48 in overtime to Post Falls, Idaho, in thrilling nonference basketball action on Friday night at Glacier High School.
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Glacier boys fall in OT

The Glacier boys began the new year in agonizing fashion, falling 52-48 in overtime to Post Falls, Idaho, in thrilling nonference basketball action on Friday night at Glacier High School.
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Johnston nets 27, Loggers dominate Wildcats, 55-36

COLUMBIA FALLS — Ryggs Johnston scored 27 points for Libby as the Loggers took down Columbia Falls 55-36 on Thursday in a Northwest A boys basketball clash at Columbia Falls High School.
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Johnston nets 27, Loggers dominate Wildcats, 55-36

COLUMBIA FALLS — Ryggs Johnston scored 27 points for Libby as the Loggers took down Columbia Falls 55-36 on Thursday in a Northwest A boys basketball clash at Columbia Falls High School.
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Flathead, Glacier swim teams dive into new season

A blend of experience and new talent has the Flathead and Glacier swim teams optimistic after mixed results last season.
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Flathead, Glacier swim teams dive into new season

A blend of experience and new talent has the Flathead and Glacier swim teams optimistic after mixed results last season.
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Broncs bounce Wildcats in semi

COLUMBIA FALLS — It wasn’t the ending they wanted, but the Columbia Falls Wildcats still hung their heads high after a 41-27 loss to Hamilton in the Class A football semifinal on Saturday at Satterthwaite Field.
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Broncs bounce Wildcats in semi

COLUMBIA FALLS — It wasn’t the ending they wanted, but the Columbia Falls Wildcats still hung their heads high after a 41-27 loss to Hamilton in the Class A football semifinal on Saturday at Satterthwaite Field.
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Prep Football Semifinals Bigfork takes on Fairfield; Columbia Falls faces Hamilton

The Bigfork football team is no stranger to long road trips.
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Prep Football Semifinals Bigfork takes on Fairfield; Columbia Falls faces Hamilton

The Bigfork football team is no stranger to long road trips.
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Wildcats advance in nail-biter

COLUMBIA FALLS — Columbia Falls survived a thriller on Saturday, holding off Lewistown for a 23-22 victory in Class A quarterfinal football action at Satterthwaite Field.
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Wildcats advance in nail-biter

COLUMBIA FALLS — Columbia Falls survived a thriller on Saturday, holding off Lewistown for a 23-22 victory in Class A quarterfinal football action at Satterthwaite Field.
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C-Falls starts playoff action vs. Lewistown

The Wildcats steamrolled through the Northwest A conference, going 5-0 and outscoring their opponents 306 to 57.
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C-Falls starts playoff action vs. Lewistown

The Wildcats steamrolled through the Northwest A conference, going 5-0 and outscoring their opponents 306 to 57.
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C-Falls, Polson, Whitefish home for soccer playoffs

Last season, the Whitefish boys twice came tantalizingly close to a soccer title, finishing second in Northern A and falling in the state championship match.
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C-Falls, Polson, Whitefish home for soccer playoffs

Last season, the Whitefish boys twice came tantalizingly close to a soccer title, finishing second in Northern A and falling in the state championship match.
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Braves, Bravettes rule crosstown play

An early penalty kick and strong defense helped the Flathead boys soccer team win a tight, physical battle 2-0 over Glacier on Thursday evening at Legends Stadium. Later, the Flathead girls completed the season sweep of the Wolfpack with a 2-0 victory of their own.
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Braves, Bravettes rule crosstown play

An early penalty kick and strong defense helped the Flathead boys soccer team win a tight, physical battle 2-0 over Glacier on Thursday evening at Legends Stadium. Later, the Flathead girls completed the season sweep of the Wolfpack with a 2-0 victory of their own.
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Whitefish boys, girls zap Polson

WHITEFISH — Round one goes to the Bulldogs.
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Whitefish boys, girls zap Polson

WHITEFISH — Round one goes to the Bulldogs.
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Big Sky girls trip Glacier in late going, Wolfpack boys romp

A two-goal lead is the most dangerous lead, goes the old soccer cliche, and that proved to be the case on Thursday at Glacier High School.
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Big Sky girls trip Glacier in late going, Wolfpack boys romp

A two-goal lead is the most dangerous lead, goes the old soccer cliche, and that proved to be the case on Thursday at Glacier High School.
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Bigfork blows by Eureka in 2nd half

EUREKA — Bigfork put an emphatic end to Eureka’s 23-game win streak on Friday, blanking the Lions 37-0 in a Western B football clash at Lions Field.
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Bigfork blows by Eureka in 2nd half

EUREKA — Bigfork put an emphatic end to Eureka’s 23-game win streak on Friday, blanking the Lions 37-0 in a Western B football clash at Lions Field.
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Bravettes go 5 in beating Wolfpack

It was the type of volleyball match only a crosstown rivalry can offer.
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Bravettes go 5 in beating Wolfpack

It was the type of volleyball match only a crosstown rivalry can offer.
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Bozeman blows by winless Glacier, 38-22

Glacier promptly lost their quarterback, then lost a gritty contest against No. 1 Bozeman, falling 38-22 and dropping its record to 0-3 on the Class AA football season Friday night at Legends Stadium.
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Bozeman blows by winless Glacier, 38-22

Glacier promptly lost their quarterback, then lost a gritty contest against No. 1 Bozeman, falling 38-22 and dropping its record to 0-3 on the Class AA football season Friday night at Legends Stadium.
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