Thousands without power due to blustery winds

Flathead Electric Cooperative had “all hands on deck” to restore power when a blustery winter storm blew through the region Friday evening through Saturday.

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Glacier's Menssen named state Speech Coach of the Year

Sara Menssen’s path to AA Speech Coach of the Year has been articulated by encouraging words and opportunity from former coaches and mentors.

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Contractor chosen for school health clinic remodel

Martel Construction of Bigfork has been chosen to complete the remodel of a former vision clinic into a CareHere primary health care clinic at 340 W. Center St. in Kalispell.

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Columbia Falls student honored for leadership, academics

Columbia Falls High School junior Winslow Nichols is a “kind, thoughtful and driven achiever,” whose talents lie in leadership and academics, yet he is humble about his positive influence and achievements.

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County science fair results highlight skills of local students

The scientific method was on display through 215 projects at the 2020 Flathead County Science Fair.

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Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle

A pedestrian is dead from injuries sustained after he was hit by a vehicle south of Pablo.

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State mandates schools to test drinking water for lead

Montana schools are now mandated to test drinking water for lead, following state rule changes related to school health.

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Flathead High School speaker wins state accolades

While Glacier, Flathead and Whitefish high schools came out of the Montana District Qualifying Tournament with competitors advancing to nationals — one of them returned home as student of the year.

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Finalists picked for Kalispell superintendent position

Four candidates will be interviewed for the Kalispell Public Schools superintendent position.

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Local Presidential Scholar candidates announced

Six high school students in the Flathead Valley made the cut as

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Scouts earn prestigious 'Supernova' award

The achievements of Eagle Scouts Jakob Ritzdorf, Evan Hendrickson and Lucas Ritzdorf have shined brightly enough to earn the Dr. Bernard Harris Supernova Award.

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Kalispell Middle School tightens mobile device policy

The absence of mobile phones and smartwatches in the hallways of Kalispell Middle School will become a regular sight beginning in March as the school pilots a change to its electronic device policy.

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Local students excel at state DECA competition

Budding high school student entrepreneurs from the Flathead Valley proved their prowess in marketing, finance, hospitality and management to qualify for the DECA International Career Development Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Anonymous donation funds after-school program, computers

An after-school support program will begin at Glacier High School, thanks to a $25,000 anonymous donation.

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'Cemetery' buries the competition at spelling bee

Cayuse Prairie School sixth-grader Mary Grace Carey buried the competition at the Flathead County Spelling Bee with the correct spelling of “cemetery.”

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Proposed discipline policy uses restorative approach

Kalispell Public Schools is seeking to incorporate restorative practices with traditional discipline in proposed student discipline policy updates.

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Mediated agreement settles tutors' labor dispute

Kalispell Public Schools board of trustees recently approved a mediated memorandum of agreement between the school district, the former Kalispell Tutors Federation and the Kalispell Federation of Classified Personnel. As a result, the tutor union’s unfair labor practice charge was dismissed and a grievance it filed was withdrawn.

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Deadline extended for superintendent search

Kalispell Public Schools has extended its superintendent search timeline to Feb. 20 in hopes of getting a larger pool of applicants.

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Kalispell parents share details of U.S. Supreme Court experience

Kalispell parents Kendra Espinoza and Jeri Anderson and their children returned home from Washington, D.C., a bit tired, but optimistic, after attending United States Supreme Court arguments Jan. 22 in a case whose outcome could lead to significant shifts in school funding.

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RoboScouts earn spot in national competition

Third time’s a charm for the Kalispell RoboScouts, a robotics team made up of Girl Scout Troop 3709 members, who are the Montana State FIRST Lego League champions. The win earned them a spot to compete on the world stage in April.

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Business, veterinary science classes among new offerings

There will be several new classes next year for high school students in Kalispell Public Schools.

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Kalispell schools set calendar for 2020-21

Kalispell Public Schools finalized the 2020-21 calendar on Tuesday.

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C-Falls strong for state after taking division title

The Columbia Falls Speech and Debate team is in a prime position heading into state after capturing first place at the Class A Western Divisional Speech and Debate tournament over the weekend.

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Stillwater senior honored for leadership, volunteer efforts

Stillwater Christian School senior Tessa Harmon is an “academically gifted and driven young woman,” according to counselor Michelle Fetveit.

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$15.8M building project is halfway completed

Somers Middle School has passed the halfway point of completion on the bulk of a $15.8 million construction project.

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Filing open for local school board elections

People interested in becoming school board trustee candidates have until March 26 to file paperwork to appear on ballots.

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Driver hits teen in crosswalk on Baker Ave.

A 14-year-old boy was struck by a vehicle while he was using a crosswalk on Baker Avenue near Riverside Park in Whitefish around 2:46 p.m. Monday.

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Driver hits teen using Whitefish crosswalk

A 14-year-old boy was struck by a vehicle while he was using a crosswalk on Baker Avenue near Riverside Park in Whitefish around 2:46 p.m. Monday.

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FHS finalizes process of naming gym after Gene Boyle

Gene Boyle’s legacy lives on at Flathead High School following the official decision to name the new gymnasium after the longtime coach, dean of students and activities director.

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Columbia Falls strong heading into divisionals

Columbia High School Speech and Debate secured a final first-place finish before it heads to divisionals next weekend.

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Glacier wins Butte tourney, Flathead takes third

Glacier High School Speech and Debate eked out a first-place win in Butte over the weekend, surpassing longtime rival Bozeman by three points.

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Flathead debate coach garners top state honor

Flathead High School debate coach Doni Dilworth knows the importance of civil discourse.

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Evergreen students contemplate a better world

On Thursday, East Evergreen Elementary third-graders were asked to dream of what would make a better world where people were all people were equal as part of Montana Campus Compact’s “

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Glacier High School student a top scholar in Science Talent Search

Glacier High School senior Luke Ritzdorf’s scientific and mathematical research to model and analyze the risk of invasive mussel contamination in Montana’s waterways has landed him a spot among 300 high school seniors named Regeneron Science Talent Search scholars, a program of the Society for Science & the Public.

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Restoration of historic St. Matthew's Church is well underway

The St. Matthew’s Catholic Church sanctuary, where parishioners have gathered on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for well over a century, will be silent tonight.

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Report: School enrollment stagnant this year

Enrollment among public, private and home schools in the Flathead Valley experienced a decrease of 51 students, resulting in no percentage change compared to 2018, according to a countywide enrollment report released this month.

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Glacier, Flathead near top in Great Falls

Glacier High School Speech and Debate captured second place in Class AA at a Great Falls tournament over the weekend

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Glacier High students raise money for homeless shelter

Glacier High School freshmen Lane McKoy and Jillian Kinniburgh decided this holiday season to do something to help others.

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Aspiring chefs get an early career boost at Glacier High School

With a delectable spread of goat cheese and shrimp hors d’oeuvres, chicken piccata, crab cakes and sauce, green beans almondine and cheesecake — no one left hungry following a luncheon catered and hosted by Glacier High School culinary students and teacher Tamara Fisher.

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Creston students take a swing at golf

On Wednesday during Physical Education class, Creston School fourth-graders were divided up into partners and designated as caddies or golfers.

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Area teachers study seasonal changes in Flathead waters

After summer, spring and fall, winter has finally arrived for a group of eight K-12 teachers ready to dive into studying what changes the season will bring to the Flathead Watershed.

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Plymouth Brethren Christian school expands with new facility

A new private school building that exclusively serves Plymouth Brethren Christian Church members is open in Kalispell.

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Flathead takes victory in regional tournament

Dominating in the final rounds of the Montana Western Regional Speech and Debate tournament, Flathead High School speech and debate amassed 235 overall points for a first-place finish in Class AA.

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Whitefish's Voisin among top ROTC cadets

Michael Voisin of Whitefish ranks in the top 10% of college senior Army ROTC cadets in the nation, which includes about 5,500 cadets.

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Local students excel at Model UN Conference

At the recent Model United Nations Conference students from around Montana tried their hand at working through global issues to maintain international peace and security.

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Home-based Evergreen business sells sweetness

Opening the door to Cakes by Debi, the sweet smell of sugar and cinnamon wafted out, meeting the brisk fall morning air outside.

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Local family establishes foundation to pay it forward

Through the darkness of her baby’s unexpected death, Summer Reyes found light in the memory of his spirit.

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Students tap into Native American art projects

The approximately 250 students who attend Cayuse Prairie School have embarked on art projects with a larger purpose.

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Longtime coach, educator reflects on 'roller-coaster' career

Jackie Fuller is someone who approaches life with tenacity and is heading into retirement with the same drive after 34 years in education.

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Kalispell Middle School students learn how to tan hides

Out in the courtyard of Kalispell Middle School on Wednesday was an unusual sight — deer and elk hides stretched tautly with rope on wooden frames lying fur side down on tarps.

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Community rallies to support Glacier High following death of guidance counselor

Counselors and therapists throughout the valley are supporting Glacier High School staff and students following the reported death by suicide of guidance counselor Jerad Avery on Monday.

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Flathead takes second, Glacier third at Missoula invitational

Bozeman High Speech and Debate team took the lead at the Garden City Invitational in Missoula this weekend, outscoring Flathead and Glacier high schools, which took second and third place, respectively, in the first tournament of the season to feature all Class AA teams.

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In sewing machine world, repair technician ensures a seamless experience

Like pieces of fabric quilted together one by one to tell a story, so have the people and places come together in Samantha Leonard’s life to form who she is today.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell schools move forward with off-site clinic

Approximately 550 Kalispell Public Schools employees currently on the district’s self-funded health insurance plan, their dependents and retirees will have another option for their primary care at a potential savings.

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Flathead senior 'leads with grace and kindness'

Flathead High School senior Chloe Nadeau is someone who “leads with grace and kindness,” according to Flathead teacher and National Honor Society adviser Melanie Dardis.

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ImagineIF joins global literary initiative

ImagineIF Library in Kalispell joined millions of readers across the country and the world as they “Read for the Record” on Thursday.

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ImagineIF joins global literary initiative

ImagineIF Library in Kalispell joined millions of readers across the country and the world as they “Read for the Record” on Thursday.

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Kalispell schools aim to close student gap in math

Kalispell Public Schools continues its efforts to close the gap in math achievement as it heads into year two of a five-year strategic plan.

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Glacier takes AA title at Kalispell Kickoff

Glacier High School Speech and Debate pulled ahead of Flathead High School to win the Kalispell Kickoff in Class AA over the weekend.

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Whitefish, C-Falls ready to battle for Class A top spot

Reigning Class A state speech and debate champion Columbia Falls High School is aiming for a 15th consecutive win this season as it competes against state runner-up Whitefish High School.

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Kalispell's high schools aim for another year of success

It’s going to be all talk for the next few months as speech and debate members starts the competitive season today with the Kalispell Kickoff.

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Social media activist steps parents through perils of smartphones

Youth advocate, social media activist and father Collin Kartchner wants to motivate teens and parents to disconnect from anxiety-inducing social media and reconnect with others around them in healthy relationships.

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Glacier High senior goes the distance for community service

Glacier High School senior Drew Engellant is described as a kind and giving person who leads by example and is respected by his peers and teachers.

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Glacier High senior goes the distance for community service

Glacier High School senior Drew Engellant is described as a kind and giving person who leads by example and is respected by his peers and teachers.

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Flathead Lutheran camp dedicates wheelchair-accessible cabin complex

Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp has opened the doors to its newest facility — a wheelchair-accessible complex that includes two cabins and a community room overlooking Flathead Lake.

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Flathead Lutheran camp dedicates wheelchair-accessible cabin complex

Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp has opened the doors to its newest facility — a wheelchair-accessible complex that includes two cabins and a community room overlooking Flathead Lake.

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Glacier High's Ascent program prepares students for adulthood

A group of 19 Glacier High School students in a program called Ascent are climbing closer toward young adulthood and a goal to graduate.

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Glacier High's Ascent program prepares students for adulthood

A group of 19 Glacier High School students in a program called Ascent are climbing closer toward young adulthood and a goal to graduate.

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Creston teen honored for helping at accident

On Aug. 23, 16-year-old Lucy Megerth’s ordinary day ended with an act of heroism.

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Creston teen honored for helping at accident

On Aug. 23, 16-year-old Lucy Megerth’s ordinary day ended with an act of heroism.

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Elrod students take a crack at engineering

Once the Pacific Science Center’s Science on Wheels rolled into Elrod Elementary last week, kindergartners through fifth-graders put on their engineering thinking caps.

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Elrod students take a crack at engineering

Once the Pacific Science Center’s Science on Wheels rolled into Elrod Elementary last week, kindergartners through fifth-graders put on their engineering thinking caps.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Property eyed for parking expansion

Kalispell Public Schools will sign buy-sell agreements and an option-to-purchase agreement to buy neighboring lots on Fifth Avenue West for parking expansion around Flathead High School.

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Property eyed for parking expansion

Kalispell Public Schools will sign buy-sell agreements and an option-to-purchase agreement to buy neighboring lots on Fifth Avenue West for parking expansion around Flathead High School.

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Voters OK $37 million bond request

Columbia Falls voters narrowly approved a $37 million bond issue by a matter of 97 votes on Tuesday.

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Voters OK $37 million bond request

Columbia Falls voters narrowly approved a $37 million bond issue by a matter of 97 votes on Tuesday.

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Survey measures student risk factors

Depression among high school students in Flathead County is at a 10-year high. Cigarette smoking is down, while vaping is up.

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Survey measures student risk factors

Depression among high school students in Flathead County is at a 10-year high. Cigarette smoking is down, while vaping is up.

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Ballot deadline nears for $37M school bond issue

Voters living in the Columbia Falls School District are reminded to mail in ballots on a $37 million bond issue to meet an Oct. 8 deadline.

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Ballot deadline nears for $37M school bond issue

Voters living in the Columbia Falls School District are reminded to mail in ballots on a $37 million bond issue to meet an Oct. 8 deadline.

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Play time taken seriously at Edgerton recess

There’s nothing quite like recess.

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Play time taken seriously at Edgerton recess

There’s nothing quite like recess.

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When classroom budgets are tight, teachers turn to crowdfunding

Teachers are tapping into the power of the people when searching for funding beyond the classroom budget.

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When classroom budgets are tight, teachers turn to crowdfunding

Teachers are tapping into the power of the people when searching for funding beyond the classroom budget.

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Contractor picked to finish Kalispell vo-ag center

The Construction Group Montana is finishing approximately $255,000 of substandard or incomplete work on phase one of the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center renovation and addition.

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Contractor picked to finish Kalispell vo-ag center

The Construction Group Montana is finishing approximately $255,000 of substandard or incomplete work on phase one of the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center renovation and addition.

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Explosion, fire caused by child playing with lighter

A child playing with a lighter caused an explosion and fire in a large shed on Bernard Road in Evergreen Monday evening, according to Evergreen Fire Rescue.

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Explosion, fire caused by child playing with lighter

A child playing with a lighter caused an explosion and fire in a large shed on Bernard Road in Evergreen Monday evening, according to Evergreen Fire Rescue.

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ImagineIF aims to supply library cards to all Kalispell first-graders

ImagineIF is seeking to get a library card in the hand of every first-grader.

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ImagineIF aims to supply library cards to all Kalispell first-graders

ImagineIF is seeking to get a library card in the hand of every first-grader.

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Columbia Falls purchases propane school buses

Columbia Falls School District plans to save thousands on fuel and maintenance costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions with the purchase of three propane buses.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Columbia Falls purchases propane school buses

Columbia Falls School District plans to save thousands on fuel and maintenance costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions with the purchase of three propane buses.

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Test scores show local students on par with state

Most Flathead Valley high schools are doing better, or comparable to the rest of the state, in the percentage of juniors who are college-ready, according to ACT results released by the Montana Office of Public Instruction.

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Polson woman named new Lakeside principal

New Lakeside Elementary School Principal Steffanie Broyles is glad to be back in Montana.

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New Lakeside principal returns to Montana roots

New Lakeside Elementary School Principal Steffanie Broyles is glad to be back in Montana.

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New Lakeside principal returns to Montana roots

New Lakeside Elementary School Principal Steffanie Broyles is glad to be back in Montana.

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Columbia Falls voters to decide $37M bond issue for schools

Glacier Gateway and Ruder Elementary schools are the focus of a proposed $37 million bond issue in Columbia Falls.

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Kalispell schools hire help for super search

The search is ready to begin for a new Kalispell Public Schools superintendent.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell schools hire help for super search

The search is ready to begin for a new Kalispell Public Schools superintendent.

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Columbia Falls voters to decide $37M bond issue for schools

Glacier Gateway and Ruder Elementary schools are the focus of a proposed $37 million bond issue in Columbia Falls.

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Project yields 43% reduction in energy use

With a few light bulbs left to be changed, Kalispell Public Schools wraps up roughly $4 million in energy-saving projects that began in 2013 and resulted in reduced electrical, heating and water usage, even with the district expanding its footprint.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Project yields 43% reduction in energy use

With a few light bulbs left to be changed, Kalispell Public Schools wraps up roughly $4 million in energy-saving projects that began in 2013 and resulted in reduced electrical, heating and water usage, even with the district expanding its footprint.

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One man dead, two injured after car hits tree

A Florida man is dead and two women from Ronan and Polson are injured after a vehicle hit a tree on Moiese Valley Road.

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New Whitefish school 60% complete; on budget

On Aug. 28, Muldown Elementary students were having fun out on the playground during their first day of school while across the way, construction crews were building the two-story facility that will replace the existing school.

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New Whitefish school 60% complete; on budget

On Aug. 28, Muldown Elementary students were having fun out on the playground during their first day of school while across the way, construction crews were building the two-story facility that will replace the existing school.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

One man dead, two injured after car hits tree

A Florida man is dead and two women from Ronan and Polson are injured after a vehicle hit a tree on Moiese Valley Road.

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Two dead in head-on collision in Marion

Two people were killed in a head-on collision in Marion Saturday evening.

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Two dead in head-on collision in Marion

Two people were killed in a head-on collision in Marion Saturday evening.

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Governor Bullock talks tech at West Valley School

Montana Governor and Democratic presidential candidate Steve Bullock on Thursday stopped for a visit at West Valley School to meet with student ambassadors, talk about education and highlight progress made throughout the state to upgrade broadband in schools.

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Governor Bullock talks tech at West Valley School

Montana Governor and Democratic presidential candidate Steve Bullock on Thursday stopped for a visit at West Valley School to meet with student ambassadors, talk about education and highlight progress made throughout the state to upgrade broadband in schools.

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Cat perishes in structure fire

No people were injured but a cat died in a trailer fire on Maple Drive in Evergreen Sunday night.

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Cat perishes in structure fire

No people were injured but a cat died in a trailer fire on Maple Drive in Evergreen Sunday night.

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Mental-health grant targets reservation students

Social, emotional and physical wellbeing are interlinked to a person’s overall wellness.

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Mental-health grant targets reservation students

Social, emotional and physical wellbeing are interlinked to a person’s overall wellness.

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Flathead reveals renovations, celebrates new era for school

The unveiling of the approximately $19 million Flathead High School construction project to the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday was a time to celebrate the future, but also remember the past.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Flathead reveals renovations, celebrates new era for school

The unveiling of the approximately $19 million Flathead High School construction project to the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday was a time to celebrate the future, but also remember the past.

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Kalispell Schools move forward with $68.1M budget

Kalispell Public Schools will operate on a $68.1 million budget for the 2019-20 school year.

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Kalispell Schools move forward with $68.1M budget

Kalispell Public Schools will operate on a $68.1 million budget for the 2019-20 school year.

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Glacier High School restarts attendance incentive

Glacier High School is reintroducing an attendance incentive this year with a goal to reduce absenteeism.

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Glacier High School restarts attendance incentive

Glacier High School is reintroducing an attendance incentive this year with a goal to reduce absenteeism.

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FHS plans to name gym after Gene Boyle

Flathead High School wants to name its new gymnasium after Gene Boyle, a longtime coach, dean of students and activities director at the school.

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FHS plans to name gym after Gene Boyle

Flathead High School wants to name its new gymnasium after Gene Boyle, a longtime coach, dean of students and activities director at the school.

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Kalispell superintendent to retire at end of school year

Kalispell Public Schools Superintendent Mark Flatau, who led the school district through a pivotal time of growth during the past several years, will retire at the end of the 2019-20 school year.

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Kalispell superintendent to retire at end of school year

Kalispell Public Schools Superintendent Mark Flatau, who led the school district through a pivotal time of growth during the past several years, will retire at the end of the 2019-20 school year.

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Valley cleans up after severe storm

On Sunday, residents around the Flathead Valley were out with chainsaws, handsaws, blowers and rakes cleaning up broken branches, fallen trees, leaves and other debris after a powerful thunderstorm moved through the Flathead Valley Saturday night.

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Valley cleans up after severe storm

On Sunday, residents around the Flathead Valley were out with chainsaws, handsaws, blowers and rakes cleaning up broken branches, fallen trees, leaves and other debris after a powerful thunderstorm moved through the Flathead Valley Saturday night.

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Stillwater student gets top score on national entrance exam

Seventeen-year-old Tessa Harmon earned a perfect score of 36 on her first attempt taking the ACT.

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Stillwater student gets top score on national entrance exam

Seventeen-year-old Tessa Harmon earned a perfect score of 36 on her first attempt taking the ACT.

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Parents reflect on case to be reviewed by U.S. Supreme Court

Kalispell parents Kendra Espinoza and Jeri Anderson and Bigfork parent Jaime Schaefer are the faces of a Montana case regarding religious schools and funding that will have its day in the United States Supreme Court.

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Parents reflect on case to be reviewed by U.S. Supreme Court

Kalispell parents Kendra Espinoza and Jeri Anderson and Bigfork parent Jaime Schaefer are the faces of a Montana case regarding religious schools and funding that will have its day in the United States Supreme Court.

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Columbia Falls Jr. High garden gets gazebo for sun safety

The American Dermatology Association threw some shade at the Wildcat Garden.

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Flathead High removes 'grade impact' from attendance policy

Flathead High School students can expect minor changes to the attendance policy this school year.

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Flathead High removes 'grade impact' from attendance policy

Flathead High School students can expect minor changes to the attendance policy this school year.

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Columbia Falls Jr. High garden gets gazebo for sun safety

The American Dermatology Association threw some shade at the Wildcat Garden.

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New contractor sought to fix first-phase problems

After months of unreturned phone calls and subcontractors who went unpaid — and then stopped showing up to work — a new general contractor will be selected to fix unsatisfactory construction in the first phase of the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center renovation and addition, according to Kalispell Public Schools.

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New contractor sought to fix first-phase problems

After months of unreturned phone calls and subcontractors who went unpaid — and then stopped showing up to work — a new general contractor will be selected to fix unsatisfactory construction in the first phase of the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center renovation and addition, according to Kalispell Public Schools.

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New director takes reins of adult-child mentor program

Todd Lengacher’s life was shaped by mentors, which led him to step into the role himself. Now, he oversees mentors throughout the Flathead Valley as the new executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flathead County.

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New director takes reins of adult-child mentor program

Todd Lengacher’s life was shaped by mentors, which led him to step into the role himself. Now, he oversees mentors throughout the Flathead Valley as the new executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flathead County.

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Teens learn how to create stop-motion films

Ready, set, stop.

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Teens learn how to create stop-motion films

Ready, set, stop.

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Flathead High construction nearly complete

Flathead High School’s expansion project is about 95 percent complete, according to Stan DeBlauw, site superintendent with Swank Enterprises.

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Vo-ag center expansion project progressing

The second phase of construction at the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center is taking shape.

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Vo-ag center expansion project progressing

The second phase of construction at the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center is taking shape.

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Flathead High construction nearly complete

Flathead High School’s expansion project is about 95 percent complete, according to Stan DeBlauw, site superintendent with Swank Enterprises.

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Linderman school upgrade about half done

A $5.8 million renovation of Linderman Education Center on Third Avenue East in Kalispell is about 45 percent completed.

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Linderman school upgrade about half done

A $5.8 million renovation of Linderman Education Center on Third Avenue East in Kalispell is about 45 percent completed.

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Construction progressing on new design

Construction on the $15.8 million Somers Middle School project is in full swing.

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West Valley School earns AdvancED accreditation

West Valley School District has earned accreditation from AdvancED following an extensive evaluation process.

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Construction progressing on new design

Construction on the $15.8 million Somers Middle School project is in full swing.

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West Valley School earns AdvancED accreditation

West Valley School District has earned accreditation from AdvancED following an extensive evaluation process.

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Gun Club focuses on shooting skills

Across from Swan Lake and east of Montana 83, the Bigfork Gun Club is tucked more than 3 miles into the woods.

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Gun Club focuses on shooting skills

Across from Swan Lake and east of Montana 83, the Bigfork Gun Club is tucked more than 3 miles into the woods.

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Family and consumer sciences teacher combines creativity with basic skills

Sewing on a button, cracking an egg, cooking from a recipe, and shopping on a budget is often a first-time experience in Karen Strong’s family and consumer sciences classroom at Kalispell Middle School.

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Family and consumer sciences teacher combines creativity with basic skills

Sewing on a button, cracking an egg, cooking from a recipe, and shopping on a budget is often a first-time experience in Karen Strong’s family and consumer sciences classroom at Kalispell Middle School.

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Glacier standout strives to help others succeed

As a first impression, people may see 18-year-old Lincoln Jones as just another top student and talented athlete at Glacier High School, but peeling away those labels reveals a leader who encourages himself and others to take on new challenges, push harder and strive for success.

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Glacier standout strives to help others succeed

As a first impression, people may see 18-year-old Lincoln Jones as just another top student and talented athlete at Glacier High School, but peeling away those labels reveals a leader who encourages himself and others to take on new challenges, push harder and strive for success.

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Flathead senior embraces volunteerism with a big heart

Under the outward appearance of someone who just likes to keep busy all the time, at heart, Payton Hallos is a dedicated volunteer making a difference in the lives around her.

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Flathead senior embraces volunteerism with a big heart

Under the outward appearance of someone who just likes to keep busy all the time, at heart, Payton Hallos is a dedicated volunteer making a difference in the lives around her.

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Edgerton student is national Scholastic essay winner

Edgerton Elementary School fourth-grader Violet Mellin was selected as the grand-prize winner in the Outdoor Alliance for Kids Scholastic Contest.

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Edgerton student is national Scholastic essay winner

Edgerton Elementary School fourth-grader Violet Mellin was selected as the grand-prize winner in the Outdoor Alliance for Kids Scholastic Contest.

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Flathead students excel in coding competition

Fourth- through eighth-grade girls demonstrated their coding skills last week at the first Northwest Regional App Challenge at Flathead Valley Community College.

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Flathead students excel in coding competition

Fourth- through eighth-grade girls demonstrated their coding skills last week at the first Northwest Regional App Challenge at Flathead Valley Community College.

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Flathead area students excel at state music festival

Student musicians from northwestern Montana high schools participated in the Western State Solo and Ensemble Festival in Helena earlier this month.

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Flathead area students excel at state music festival

Student musicians from northwestern Montana high schools participated in the Western State Solo and Ensemble Festival in Helena earlier this month.

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Fire believed to have started in kitchen area

A group of St. Matthew’s School seventh-graders gathered Monday morning outside of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church to recite the rosary. The day before a fire had engulfed the basement of the historic church in downtown Kalispell.

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Fire believed to have started in kitchen area

A group of St. Matthew’s School seventh-graders gathered Monday morning outside of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church to recite the rosary. The day before a fire had engulfed the basement of the historic church in downtown Kalispell.

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Basement fire damages historic St. Matthew's Church

Bill Hensleigh was inside the historic St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in downtown Kalispell a little after 5 p.m. on Sunday, praying as he walked past stained glass windows. The windows were open at the bottom to let in the evening breeze. When he reached a stained glass window of Saint …

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Basement fire damages historic St. Matthew's Church

Bill Hensleigh was inside the historic St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in downtown Kalispell a little after 5 p.m. on Sunday, praying as he walked past stained glass windows. The windows were open at the bottom to let in the evening breeze. When he reached a stained glass window of Saint …

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Kila principal placed on paid leave

Kila School Principal Jason Christy has been put on paid administrative leave following a special board meeting at 5 p.m. April 24 that adjourned within 16 minutes, according to

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Kila principal placed on paid leave

Kila School Principal Jason Christy has been put on paid administrative leave following a special board meeting at 5 p.m. April 24 that adjourned within 16 minutes, according to

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Whitefish only district to OK school levies

Preliminary results are in for two remaining school districts with levy requests following elections Tuesday.

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Whitefish only district to OK school levies

Preliminary results are in for two remaining school districts with levy requests following elections Tuesday.

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Voters reject Kalispell school levy request

The mood was likely somber after ballots were counted and levies defeated in school districts around the valley.

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One woman dead, another injured in car crash near airport

A Tuesday morning crash involving a passenger vehicle and a dump truck on U.S. 2 East has left one person dead and another severely injured.

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One woman dead, another injured in car crash near airport

A Tuesday morning crash involving a passenger vehicle and a dump truck on U.S. 2 East has left one person dead and another severely injured.

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High school bond refinancing explained

Taxpayers living in the Kalispell School District have seen school taxes on two high-school district bond issues go up in 2018 and 2019, but relief is coming in 2021 and 2022.

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High school bond refinancing explained

Taxpayers living in the Kalispell School District have seen school taxes on two high-school district bond issues go up in 2018 and 2019, but relief is coming in 2021 and 2022.

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Voters reject Kalispell school levy request

The mood was likely somber after ballots were counted and levies defeated in school districts around the valley.

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Polls open Tuesday for school elections

Polls are open Tuesday for school elections in Columbia Falls, Evergreen, Marion and Whitefish school districts.

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Polls open Tuesday for school elections

Polls are open Tuesday for school elections in Columbia Falls, Evergreen, Marion and Whitefish school districts.

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Evergreen auto detailing business expands to windshield work

Keith McAtee, owner of Grime 2 Shine, has seen extremes in the automotive detailing business.

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Evergreen auto detailing business expands to windshield work

Keith McAtee, owner of Grime 2 Shine, has seen extremes in the automotive detailing business.

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Fourth Kalispell student-built home ready for debut

The Kalispell Student Built Homes program will put its fourth house, located at 621 Corporate Drive in Kalispell, on the market May 13.

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Fourth Kalispell student-built home ready for debut

The Kalispell Student Built Homes program will put its fourth house, located at 621 Corporate Drive in Kalispell, on the market May 13.

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School election mail-in ballots are due May 7

With an 8 p.m. deadline on Tuesday, May 7, voters living in districts with mail-ballot elections are reminded to drop them in the mail.

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School election mail-in ballots are due May 7

With an 8 p.m. deadline on Tuesday, May 7, voters living in districts with mail-ballot elections are reminded to drop them in the mail.

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Flathead FFA has 'top tier' year at state competition

Thirty-one students represented Flathead FFA at the state convention in Bozeman, bringing home two teams who advance to nationals and will represent Montana in Indianapolis in October.

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Flathead FFA has 'top tier' year at state competition

Thirty-one students represented Flathead FFA at the state convention in Bozeman, bringing home two teams who advance to nationals and will represent Montana in Indianapolis in October.

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Schools get their own report cards under federal law

Students aren’t the only ones who receive report cards monitoring their performance.

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C-Falls schools put in soft lockdown over safety concerns

The school day resumed at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday in Columbia Falls School District following a soft lockdown that was put into effect around 8 a.m. when phone calls from an irate parent raised safety concerns.

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C-Falls schools put in soft lockdown over safety concerns

The school day resumed at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday in Columbia Falls School District following a soft lockdown that was put into effect around 8 a.m. when phone calls from an irate parent raised safety concerns.

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Area schools post district music festival results

Northwest Montana’s student musicians recently showcased their talent at the District 1 Music Festival.

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Call of the wild - GHS grad researches snow leopards in central Asia

Kalispell native Kaitlyn Anderson has heard the call of the wild from abroad and answered.

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Call of the wild - GHS grad researches snow leopards in central Asia

Kalispell native Kaitlyn Anderson has heard the call of the wild from abroad and answered.

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School expands faculty fitness program to include community

As West Valley School health enhancement and physical education teacher Tara Measure demonstrated the first set of exercises to a group of faculty and community members in the school gym on Monday, she opened the door to an expanded fitness regimen for the community.

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Glacier government students to compete in national finals

Glacier High School government students are headed to Washington, D.C. to share their knowledge of the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights and the government at the We the People National Finals following a first-place finish at the state level.

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School expands faculty fitness program to include community

As West Valley School health enhancement and physical education teacher Tara Measure demonstrated the first set of exercises to a group of faculty and community members in the school gym on Monday, she opened the door to an expanded fitness regimen for the community.

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Glacier government students to compete in national finals

Glacier High School government students are headed to Washington, D.C. to share their knowledge of the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights and the government at the We the People National Finals following a first-place finish at the state level.

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Flathead High senior recognized for tech work

Flathead High School senior Diane Lipka was among 20 female students in Montana nationally recognized for their accomplishments and aspirations in technology and computing.

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Flathead High senior recognized for tech work

Flathead High School senior Diane Lipka was among 20 female students in Montana nationally recognized for their accomplishments and aspirations in technology and computing.

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Kalispell Public Schools sets 2019-20 calendar

Kalispell Public Schools has finalized a calendar for 2019-20 school year.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Public Schools sets 2019-20 calendar

Kalispell Public Schools has finalized a calendar for 2019-20 school year.

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Grass fire ignites near Liberty Street apartments

Liberty Street resident Eileen Pryor lauded Kalispell Fire Department’s swift response in extinguishing a grass fire that was not far from the apartment complex where she lives.

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Grass fire ignites near Liberty Street apartments

Liberty Street resident Eileen Pryor lauded Kalispell Fire Department’s swift response in extinguishing a grass fire that was not far from the apartment complex where she lives.

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Meet-and-greet set with candidates for interim principal

Columbia Falls Junior High School invites the community to meet candidates being considered to fill an interim principal position.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Meet-and-greet set with candidates for interim principal

Columbia Falls Junior High School invites the community to meet candidates being considered to fill an interim principal position.

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Local middle-schoolers win at state science fair

Four local middle school students came home from the Montana science fair with first-, second- and third-place grand awards.

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Local middle-schoolers win at state science fair

Four local middle school students came home from the Montana science fair with first-, second- and third-place grand awards.

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Flathead High to review attendance rules

Flathead High School will review its attendance policy this spring.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Flathead High to review attendance rules

Flathead High School will review its attendance policy this spring.

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Local student ponders mountains, Mars and stars

Growing up with the Mission Mountains as the backdrop of his youth, Caden Howlett became captivated with geology.

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Local schools highlight needs, successes

Flathead Valley Community College and Kalispell Public Schools hit the high points on programs and funding at the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon Tuesday.

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Local schools highlight needs, successes

Flathead Valley Community College and Kalispell Public Schools hit the high points on programs and funding at the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon Tuesday.

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Stillwater students hone skills to create housing model

Another business has tapped into the skills of high school students in Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell elementary school district boundaries adjusted

The Kalispell Public Schools board of trustees last week approved minor changes to the elementary district boundaries that may impact 46 students and potentially another 41 students who attend from out-of-district for the 2019-20 school year.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell elementary school district boundaries adjusted

The Kalispell Public Schools board of trustees last week approved minor changes to the elementary district boundaries that may impact 46 students and potentially another 41 students who attend from out-of-district for the 2019-20 school year.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Stillwater students hone skills to create housing model

Another business has tapped into the skills of high school students in Kalispell.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Students honored at science, engineering fair

Local students in grades fifth through seventh garnered top awards at the Montana Tech Regional Science and Engineering fair held March 12 in Butte.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Students honored at science, engineering fair

Local students in grades fifth through seventh garnered top awards at the Montana Tech Regional Science and Engineering fair held March 12 in Butte.

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Local students score well in regional math contest

About 350 students from 14 schools picked up pencils and hit the calculators to compete in the Northwest regional Montana Council of Teachers of Mathematics math contest on March 12.

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Local students score well in regional math contest

About 350 students from 14 schools picked up pencils and hit the calculators to compete in the Northwest regional Montana Council of Teachers of Mathematics math contest on March 12.

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Projects spruce up Kalispell schools

With the exception of exterior work such as siding and landscaping, the majority of construction is finished at Elrod, Russell and Peterson elementary schools while progress continues on Flathead High School, Linderman Education Center and the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Projects spruce up Kalispell schools

With the exception of exterior work such as siding and landscaping, the majority of construction is finished at Elrod, Russell and Peterson elementary schools while progress continues on Flathead High School, Linderman Education Center and the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Math brings local preschool families together

Peterson Elementary preschoolers counted colorful beads in an attempted 3-1-4 pattern to make bracelets, hopped along numbered construction paper lily pads, rolled dice and divided Play-Doh in celebration of math literacy and Pi Day.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Ruder school locked down over Snap Chat threat

Ruder Elementary School in Columbia Falls underwent a “soft lockdown” from approximately 2:15 p.m. until school let out at 3:25 p.m. without incident on Tuesday, according to Columbia Falls School District Superintendent Steve Bradshaw.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Ruder school locked down over Snap Chat threat

Ruder Elementary School in Columbia Falls underwent a “soft lockdown” from approximately 2:15 p.m. until school let out at 3:25 p.m. without incident on Tuesday, according to Columbia Falls School District Superintendent Steve Bradshaw.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell schools plan for lead testing

Kalispell Public Schools recently outlined a tentative three-year schedule for testing drinking water for lead in its facilities to the school board in response to a parent’s concern

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Speech coaches picked for Hall of Fame

With a combined 23 state championship teams during their tenure, speech and debate assistant coaches Ivanna Fritz of Glacier High School and Sean O’Donnell of Flathead High School will be inducted into the Montana Forensic Educators Association Coaches Hall of Fame.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Flathead students develop plan to open school-based coffee shop

School-Based Enterprise students at Flathead High School only had 12 weeks to brew up an entire business.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Speech coaches picked for Hall of Fame

With a combined 23 state championship teams during their tenure, speech and debate assistant coaches Ivanna Fritz of Glacier High School and Sean O’Donnell of Flathead High School will be inducted into the Montana Forensic Educators Association Coaches Hall of Fame.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Flathead students develop plan to open school-based coffee shop

School-Based Enterprise students at Flathead High School only had 12 weeks to brew up an entire business.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Local geography buffs advance to state competition

Ten global-minded students have qualified to compete at the Montana National Geographic GeoBee.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Local geography buffs advance to state competition

Ten global-minded students have qualified to compete at the Montana National Geographic GeoBee.

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Code Girls program gets financial boost

Whitefish philanthropists Michael and Jamie Goguen have given Code Girls United a boost with a $50,000 donation.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Code Girls program gets financial boost

Whitefish philanthropists Michael and Jamie Goguen have given Code Girls United a boost with a $50,000 donation.

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Polson student's study of geology also includes astronomy

Growing up with the Mission Mountains as the backdrop of his youth, Caden Howlett became captivated with geology.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Polson student's study of geology also includes astronomy

Growing up with the Mission Mountains as the backdrop of his youth, Caden Howlett became captivated with geology.

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Swank wins bid for final upgrade of Vo-Ag Center

Swank Enterprises has been selected as the general contractor for the second phase of construction at the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center.

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Swank wins bid for final upgrade of Vo-Ag Center

Swank Enterprises has been selected as the general contractor for the second phase of construction at the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center.

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Smoke detectors alerted Kalispell couple of house fire

A Kalispell couple is safe after smoke detectors woke them up and alerted them to a fire, according to South Kalispell Fire Department Chief Chris Yerkes.

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Smoke detectors alerted Kalispell couple of house fire

A Kalispell couple is safe after smoke detectors woke them up and alerted them to a fire, according to South Kalispell Fire Department Chief Chris Yerkes.

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Longtime West Glacier teacher earns state award

Carolyn Wieringa of West Glacier Elementary School has been named the Montana Rural Teacher of the Year.

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KMS history lesson includes grinding wheat, churning butter

In Montana History teacher Kris Schreiner’s classroom at Kalispell Middle School there was an uncustomary setup on Tuesday — a pail of winter wheat, grain mill, strainer, half-gallons of heavy whipping cream, jars and heart-rate monitors.

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SOARS raises bar on mental-health issues, educators say

The legacy of the Montana SOARS grant as it wraps up its final year in Kalispell is a trauma-informed community, with schools that have raised the bar on mental-health awareness and its impact on students.

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Longtime West Glacier teacher earns state award

Carolyn Wieringa of West Glacier Elementary School has been named the Montana Rural Teacher of the Year.

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SOARS raises bar on mental-health issues, educators say

The legacy of the Montana SOARS grant as it wraps up its final year in Kalispell is a trauma-informed community, with schools that have raised the bar on mental-health awareness and its impact on students.

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KMS history lesson includes grinding wheat, churning butter

In Montana History teacher Kris Schreiner’s classroom at Kalispell Middle School there was an uncustomary setup on Tuesday — a pail of winter wheat, grain mill, strainer, half-gallons of heavy whipping cream, jars and heart-rate monitors.

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Kila child dies after being hit by vehicle

A 5-year-old child from Kila has died after being accidentally struck by a vehicle driven by a family member on Tuesday, according to the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office.

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Kila child dies after being hit by vehicle

A 5-year-old child from Kila has died after being accidentally struck by a vehicle driven by a family member on Tuesday, according to the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office.

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Staff shortages challenge special-ed programs

Facing a nationwide shortage of teachers — and special-education teachers in particular — schools in Montana are feeling it acutely as the number of students receiving special-education services is on the rise.

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Cost of special-ed services leans on local taxpayers

Along with recruitment and retention of qualified staff, funding is also an issue in special education, with more costs being covered by local taxes over time as opposed to state and federal dollars.

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Cost of special-ed services leans on local taxpayers

Along with recruitment and retention of qualified staff, funding is also an issue in special education, with more costs being covered by local taxes over time as opposed to state and federal dollars.

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Staff shortages challenge special-ed programs

Facing a nationwide shortage of teachers — and special-education teachers in particular — schools in Montana are feeling it acutely as the number of students receiving special-education services is on the rise.

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Polson students compete in Poetry Out Loud regional

Thirteen high school students breathed life into the words penned by notable poets through the centuries at a Poetry Out Loud regional competition held Thursday at Flathead Valley Community College.

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Flathead, Glacier students qualify for nationals

Fourteen local high school speech and debate students have qualified to compete at nationals.

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Flathead, Glacier students qualify for nationals

Fourteen local high school speech and debate students have qualified to compete at nationals.

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Pedestrian killed in Canyon collision

A pedestrian who died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night on U.S. 2 near Coram has been identified as Derek Perez, 29, of Columbia Falls.

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Pedestrian killed in Canyon collision

A pedestrian who died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night on U.S. 2 near Coram has been identified as Derek Perez, 29, of Columbia Falls.

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Students pick their favorite poems for regional competition

Thirteen high school students breathed life into the words penned by notable poets through the centuries at a Poetry Out Loud regional competition held Thursday at Flathead Valley Community College.

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Equity initiative aims to include diverse mix of students

Flathead High School is looking to cast a wider net over students of diverse backgrounds to enter the International Baccalaureate program.

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Equity initiative aims to include diverse mix of students

Flathead High School is looking to cast a wider net over students of diverse backgrounds to enter the International Baccalaureate program.

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Students pick their favorite poems for regional competition

Thirteen high school students breathed life into the words penned by notable poets through the centuries at a Poetry Out Loud regional competition held Thursday at Flathead Valley Community College.

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PR firm hired to push high-school levy request

Kalispell Public Schools has contracted with Aspen Communications to assist with community outreach to inform the public about a proposed

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PR firm hired to push high-school levy request

Kalispell Public Schools has contracted with Aspen Communications to assist with community outreach to inform the public about a proposed

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Local coach gets award for commitment, compassion

Jenny Griswold is the 2018 Special Olympics Montana Coach of the Year.

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Local coach gets award for commitment, compassion

Jenny Griswold is the 2018 Special Olympics Montana Coach of the Year.

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Bigfork takes fourth at state Class B-C speech meet

Bigfork High School Speech and Debate placed fourth at the Class B-C state speech and debate tournament in Three Forks on Jan. 25-26.

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Bigfork takes fourth at state Class B-C speech meet

Bigfork High School Speech and Debate placed fourth at the Class B-C state speech and debate tournament in Three Forks on Jan. 25-26.

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C-Falls wins state speech title after scoring error detected

In an unusual twist of events, Columbia Falls High School has reclaimed the title of state speech and debate champion and added its 14th consecutive trophy to its wall, while Whitefish had to give up its first-place standing due to a clerical error.

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C-Falls wins state speech title after scoring error detected

In an unusual twist of events, Columbia Falls High School has reclaimed the title of state speech and debate champion and added its 14th consecutive trophy to its wall, while Whitefish had to give up its first-place standing due to a clerical error.

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C-Falls aims for a 14th consecutive state speech title

Columbia Falls Speech and Debate is on a quest to continue its reign as the Class A state champion.

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C-Falls aims for a 14th consecutive state speech title

Columbia Falls Speech and Debate is on a quest to continue its reign as the Class A state champion.

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Kalispell speech teams vie for No. 1

The Class AA speech and debate tournament returns to Kalispell this weekend, with Flathead and Glacier high schools contending for the championship title this weekend.

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Kalispell speech teams vie for No. 1

The Class AA speech and debate tournament returns to Kalispell this weekend, with Flathead and Glacier high schools contending for the championship title this weekend.

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Fair-Mont-Egan searching for new school logo

Fair-Mont-Egan School is in the midst of holding a contest to find the school’s next logo.

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Fair-Mont-Egan searching for new school logo

Fair-Mont-Egan School is in the midst of holding a contest to find the school’s next logo.

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Whitefish upsets rival C-Falls for divisional win

Whitefish High School Speech and Debate turned the tide on rival Columbia Falls with a first-place finish on home turf at the Class A divisionals over the weekend.

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Whitefish upsets rival C-Falls for divisional win

Whitefish High School Speech and Debate turned the tide on rival Columbia Falls with a first-place finish on home turf at the Class A divisionals over the weekend.

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Col. Falls considers elementary school proposals

Columbia Falls School District is zeroing in on facility plans for its two elementary schools, which are facing aging infrastructure, building security concerns, and, in some years, overcrowding.

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Col. Falls considers elementary school proposals

Columbia Falls School District is zeroing in on facility plans for its two elementary schools, which are facing aging infrastructure, building security concerns, and, in some years, overcrowding.

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Biomedical, engineering courses give students 'transportable skills'

Project Lead the Way programs in Flathead and Glacier high schools have reached milestones.

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Biomedical, engineering courses give students 'transportable skills'

Project Lead the Way programs in Flathead and Glacier high schools have reached milestones.

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Investigation yields no gun at Kalispell Middle School

No gun was found in Kalispell Middle School following an investigation into an allegation that one was possibly located in a student locker.

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Investigation yields no gun at Kalispell Middle School

No gun was found in Kalispell Middle School following an investigation into an allegation that one was possibly located in a student locker.

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School resumes today at Lakeside Elementary

School resumes today (Tuesday) for Lakeside Elementary students.

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Flathead notches win leading into state tourney

The Flathead High School Speech and Debate team was victorious in Great Falls over the weekend in the last tournament before the state tournament.

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School resumes today at Lakeside Elementary

School resumes today (Tuesday) for Lakeside Elementary students.

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Flathead notches win leading into state tourney

The Flathead High School Speech and Debate team was victorious in Great Falls over the weekend in the last tournament before the state tournament.

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Kalispell school board OKs technology funding

A plan to meet technology needs in the high school district was set in motion following a unanimous board decision Tuesday to allocate $200,000 in one-time money for upgrades and replacements at Flathead, Glacier high school and Linderman Education Center.

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Kalispell school board OKs technology funding

A plan to meet technology needs in the high school district was set in motion following a unanimous board decision Tuesday to allocate $200,000 in one-time money for upgrades and replacements at Flathead, Glacier high school and Linderman Education Center.

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Glacier High expands open-campus policy

Glacier High School sophomores and juniors will be able to leave campus during lunch beginning Jan. 22. Before, only seniors were allowed off campus.

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Glacier High expands open-campus policy

Glacier High School sophomores and juniors will be able to leave campus during lunch beginning Jan. 22. Before, only seniors were allowed off campus.

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Art teacher creates 'haven for personal expression'

For some students, the high school art room is a haven for personal expression — “a place where you can come and be yourself,” said Whitefish High School art teacher Lonnie Collinsworth.

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Art teacher creates 'haven for personal expression'

For some students, the high school art room is a haven for personal expression — “a place where you can come and be yourself,” said Whitefish High School art teacher Lonnie Collinsworth.

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Romania picks Kalispell man to lead 4-H program

Ben Frentsos of Kalispell is developing a 4-H youth program for an entire country.

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Romania picks Kalispell man to lead 4-H program

Ben Frentsos of Kalispell is developing a 4-H youth program for an entire country.

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Filing period now open for area school trustee candidates

The filing period is open for people interested in becoming school board trustee candidates.

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Filing period now open for area school trustee candidates

The filing period is open for people interested in becoming school board trustee candidates.

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County taxpayers invest heavily in education

The last decade has been one of transformation and growth for several school districts in the Flathead Valley.

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Kalispell school district seeks to fill board vacancy

Kalispell Public Schools is seeking to fill a school board vacancy representing the elementary district.

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Kalispell school district seeks to fill board vacancy

Kalispell Public Schools is seeking to fill a school board vacancy representing the elementary district.

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County taxpayers invest heavily in education

The last decade has been one of transformation and growth for several school districts in the Flathead Valley.

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Attic fire causes damage, no injuries

Kalispell and Evergreen fire departments responded to a structure fire on 329 Sixth Ave. W. around 2:54 a.m. Sunday.

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Attic fire causes damage, no injuries

Kalispell and Evergreen fire departments responded to a structure fire on 329 Sixth Ave. W. around 2:54 a.m. Sunday.

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C-Falls student team excels at business simulation competition

The Columbia Falls High School team “Inkomo Inc.” took second place for the Montana Business Challenge’s fall semester.

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Evergreen excellence

The Evergreen School Board was recognized as one of two “Honor School Boards of the Year” by the Montana Association of School Superintendents.

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Local graduates featured in 'New Montana Voices'

High school students from around the state are the “New Montana Voices.”

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Local graduates featured in 'New Montana Voices'

High school students from around the state are the “New Montana Voices.”

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C-Falls student team excels at business simulation competition

The Columbia Falls High School team “Inkomo Inc.” took second place for the Montana Business Challenge’s fall semester.

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Evergreen excellence

The Evergreen School Board was recognized as one of two “Honor School Boards of the Year” by the Montana Association of School Superintendents.

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Columbia Falls debate team on a winning streak

Columbia Falls High School Speech and Debate is on a roll, winning its sixth tournament in Frenchtown on Saturday.

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Columbia Falls debate team on a winning streak

Columbia Falls High School Speech and Debate is on a roll, winning its sixth tournament in Frenchtown on Saturday.

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Flathead rebounds, takes first at Helena tourney

Flathead High School Speech and Debate prevailed at the Helena City of Gold tournament over the weekend.

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Flathead rebounds, takes first at Helena tourney

Flathead High School Speech and Debate prevailed at the Helena City of Gold tournament over the weekend.

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Board mulls $1.2M high school levy

Taxpayers may see a $1.2 million general-fund levy request on the May 2019 ballot for Kalispell Public Schools’ high school district.

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Board mulls $1.2M high school levy

Taxpayers may see a $1.2 million general-fund levy request on the May 2019 ballot for Kalispell Public Schools’ high school district.

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Kalispell family asks for help in solving holiday whodunit

A Kalispell family is asking the community to help them find out how a real-life Grinch stole Christmas.

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Kalispell family asks for help in solving holiday whodunit

A Kalispell family is asking the community to help them find out how a real-life Grinch stole Christmas.

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Bigfork takes first in home tournament

Bigfork High School Speech and Debate cleaned up the sweepstakes points on home turf over the weekend for a first-place finish in Class B-C.

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Glacier earns second-place berth in hard-fought battle

The competition was close for Class AA and Class A speech and debate teams battling it out word by word in Bozeman over the weekend.

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Bigfork takes first in home tournament

Bigfork High School Speech and Debate cleaned up the sweepstakes points on home turf over the weekend for a first-place finish in Class B-C.

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Glacier earns second-place berth in hard-fought battle

The competition was close for Class AA and Class A speech and debate teams battling it out word by word in Bozeman over the weekend.

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Flathead school enrollment stands at 16,473

Enrollment in Flathead Valley schools grew by 3 percent compared to 2017, according to a countywide enrollment report released this month.

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Flathead school enrollment stands at 16,473

Enrollment in Flathead Valley schools grew by 3 percent compared to 2017, according to a countywide enrollment report released this month.

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Flathead sees big increase in home-schooled students

The home-schooled student population is surging in the Flathead Valley based on data from a countywide enrollment report released this month.

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Whitefish school superintendent announces job search

Whitefish School District Superintendent Heather Davis Schmidt is seeking a new position due to a change in her family circumstances.

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Whitefish school superintendent announces job search

Whitefish School District Superintendent Heather Davis Schmidt is seeking a new position due to a change in her family circumstances.

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Kalispell schools zero in on raising math scores

Kalispell Public Schools are focused on increasing math achievement among elementary students within the next three to five years by putting in place a strategic plan, starting with professional development.

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Kalispell schools zero in on raising math scores

Kalispell Public Schools are focused on increasing math achievement among elementary students within the next three to five years by putting in place a strategic plan, starting with professional development.

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C-Falls claims first at Stevi speech tourney

Columbia Falls High School Speech and Debate cleaned up at the Stevensville tournament over the weekend, where 15 schools competed.

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C-Falls claims first at Stevi speech tourney

Columbia Falls High School Speech and Debate cleaned up at the Stevensville tournament over the weekend, where 15 schools competed.

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Local students perform well at mock UN conference

In a global world, local students showed a keen understanding of international relations with several top winners at the recent Model United Nations Conference at the University of Montana Nov. 19-20.

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Local students perform well at mock UN conference

In a global world, local students showed a keen understanding of international relations with several top winners at the recent Model United Nations Conference at the University of Montana Nov. 19-20.

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'When the Night Comes' puts homelessness in spotlight

For some teens experiencing homelessness, nighttime brings uncertainty in meeting basic needs — sleep, shelter and warmth.

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'When the Night Comes' puts homelessness in spotlight

For some teens experiencing homelessness, nighttime brings uncertainty in meeting basic needs — sleep, shelter and warmth.

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Glacier band to march in national parade

Glacier High School band has been nominated by U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., to march in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C., through the

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Crucial grant keeps Bigfork after-school program going

Bigfork ACES recently got a boost with a $30,000 grant from the Laura Grace Barrett Living Arts Foundation Fund, which will make an impact in securing the future of the after-school program after a longtime federal grant was not renewed in June.

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At long last, Glacier High gets marching uniforms

The Glacier High School band department spent 11 years waiting patiently to step out for the first time since the school opened in formal marching uniforms.

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Kalispell business earns ethics award

In the two years Modern Plumbing and Heating in Kalispell has operated, it’s already an award-winning business.

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Crucial grant keeps Bigfork after-school program going

Bigfork ACES recently got a boost with a $30,000 grant from the Laura Grace Barrett Living Arts Foundation Fund, which will make an impact in securing the future of the after-school program after a longtime federal grant was not renewed in June.

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At long last, Glacier High gets marching uniforms

The Glacier High School band department spent 11 years waiting patiently to step out for the first time since the school opened in formal marching uniforms.

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Glacier band to march in national parade

Glacier High School band has been nominated by U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., to march in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C., through the

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell business earns ethics award

In the two years Modern Plumbing and Heating in Kalispell has operated, it’s already an award-winning business.

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Scandinavian-inspired 'forest school' links kids with nature

At Foxtail Forskola, students aren’t bound by walls and nature serves as the curriculum for learning and provides the tools for playing.

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Col. Falls Speech and Debate takes first at home tourney

Columbia Falls Speech and Debate took first place on its home turf this weekend at a tournament featuring 16 high schools.

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Col. Falls Speech and Debate takes first at home tourney

Columbia Falls Speech and Debate took first place on its home turf this weekend at a tournament featuring 16 high schools.

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Some Kalispell school projects nearing completion

Completion dates are near for more of Kalispell Public Schools’ $54 million worth of elementary and high school district projects.

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Some Kalispell school projects nearing completion

Completion dates are near for more of Kalispell Public Schools’ $54 million worth of elementary and high school district projects.

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Flathead has decisive win in Missoula

Flathead High School repeated another first-place finish with Glacier High School taking second at the Missoula Garden City Invitational speech and debate tournament on Nov. 9-10.

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Flathead has decisive win in Missoula

Flathead High School repeated another first-place finish with Glacier High School taking second at the Missoula Garden City Invitational speech and debate tournament on Nov. 9-10.

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Love of books drives longtime West Valley librarian

On the way to West Valley School library students get a glimpse of the treasure trove inside through hallway windows. Inside, open books with colorful covers sit atop shelving units in a row, creating a rainbow effect.

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Love of books drives longtime West Valley librarian

On the way to West Valley School library students get a glimpse of the treasure trove inside through hallway windows. Inside, open books with colorful covers sit atop shelving units in a row, creating a rainbow effect.

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Co-working concept comes to Whitefish

Maintaining separation and balance between home life and work life while being around other workers in a professional environment was something Drew Fortner valued. That concept is the crux of a new business in Whitefish.

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Co-working concept comes to Whitefish

Maintaining separation and balance between home life and work life while being around other workers in a professional environment was something Drew Fortner valued. That concept is the crux of a new business in Whitefish.

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Class A and B teams in rebuilding year, with pockets of strength

Class A powerhouse Columbia Falls High School is focused on raising the bar during this year’s speech and debate season, eying a 14th consecutive championship title.

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Glacier, Flathead ready to bring 'AA' game to opener

Team members are ready to speak their minds as the speech and debate season revs into high gear with the Kalispell Kickoff today.

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Flathead Audubon helps students access nature

Kalispell Montessori fourth- through sixth-graders set out on another adventure last week to their outdoor classroom in the Owen Sowerwine Natural Area. Accompanying the students was Flathead Audubon Conservation Educator Denny Olson.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Class A and B teams in rebuilding year, with pockets of strength

Class A powerhouse Columbia Falls High School is focused on raising the bar during this year’s speech and debate season, eying a 14th consecutive championship title.

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Glacier, Flathead ready to bring 'AA' game to opener

Team members are ready to speak their minds as the speech and debate season revs into high gear with the Kalispell Kickoff today.

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Flathead Audubon helps students access nature

Kalispell Montessori fourth- through sixth-graders set out on another adventure last week to their outdoor classroom in the Owen Sowerwine Natural Area. Accompanying the students was Flathead Audubon Conservation Educator Denny Olson.

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All-State musicians perform at Missoula

Area high school musicians recently performed at the Montana All-State Festival gala concert at The University of Montana in Missoula.

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All-State musicians perform at Missoula

Area high school musicians recently performed at the Montana All-State Festival gala concert at The University of Montana in Missoula.

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Rural students aim to help restore Caribbean's coral reef

Swan River School is diving deeper into 3-D printing with a project aimed at restoring the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Rural students aim to help restore Caribbean's coral reef

Swan River School is diving deeper into 3-D printing with a project aimed at restoring the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea.

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Republicans big winners in FHS mock election

When the polls closed Wednesday afternoon for Flathead High School’s midterm mock election, Republican candidates came out on top across the board.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Republicans big winners in FHS mock election

When the polls closed Wednesday afternoon for Flathead High School’s midterm mock election, Republican candidates came out on top across the board.

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Lead testing considered for Kalispell schools' drinking water

As the issue of lead in drinking water in schools has bubbled to the top of concerns in school districts around the nation, Kalispell Public Schools is now considering testing the water in its buildings following a parent’s request at recent board meetings.

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Longtime Whitefish paraeducator earns award

Whitefish High School Special Education Paraeducator Velma Luke is the recipient of the Montana Down Syndrome Association Logan Charles Award for the passion, care and creativity she brings to the classroom.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

New pavilion is student idea brought to reality

It may have taken a few years to set aside the money, but on Oct.12 Evergreen School District cut the ribbon on a new pavilion located by Evergreen Junior High School.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Longtime Whitefish paraeducator earns award

Whitefish High School Special Education Paraeducator Velma Luke is the recipient of the Montana Down Syndrome Association Logan Charles Award for the passion, care and creativity she brings to the classroom.

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New pavilion is student idea brought to reality

It may have taken a few years to set aside the money, but on Oct.12 Evergreen School District cut the ribbon on a new pavilion located by Evergreen Junior High School.

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Realtors donate $10,000 to help homeless students

Nichole Heyer recently was taken by surprise when the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors showed up and donated $10,000 to the nonprofit HEART program in Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Realtors donate $10,000 to help homeless students

Nichole Heyer recently was taken by surprise when the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors showed up and donated $10,000 to the nonprofit HEART program in Kalispell.

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Restorative justice pilot aims to help youth

For the past two years, a Kalispell collective of public school, restorative justice, law enforcement and juvenile probation representatives have been contributing their areas of expertise to come up with a comprehensive approach to behavior and discipline of at-risk youth.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Restorative justice pilot aims to help youth

For the past two years, a Kalispell collective of public school, restorative justice, law enforcement and juvenile probation representatives have been contributing their areas of expertise to come up with a comprehensive approach to behavior and discipline of at-risk youth.

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Kalispell schools aim to integrate support for behavior issues

Kalispell Public Schools is taking a comprehensive approach to behavior interventions and supports throughout grade levels and buildings in an effort to bring them in line with academics.

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Kalispell schools aim to integrate support for behavior issues

Kalispell Public Schools is taking a comprehensive approach to behavior interventions and supports throughout grade levels and buildings in an effort to bring them in line with academics.

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Kalispell homeless education liaison first to receive national award

Nichole Heyer has been named the first Homeless Education Liaison of the Year by the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth.

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Kalispell homeless education liaison first to receive national award

Nichole Heyer has been named the first Homeless Education Liaison of the Year by the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth.

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Designing Kalispell's public schools - engineer reflects on a family tradition

Tom Heinecke, 63, has carried on a family legacy of designing Kalispell schools that began with his grandfather, notable architect Fred Brinkman.

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Designing Kalispell's public schools - engineer reflects on a family tradition

Tom Heinecke, 63, has carried on a family legacy of designing Kalispell schools that began with his grandfather, notable architect Fred Brinkman.

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Preschool grant in final year

On Tuesday, the windows into two neighboring preschool classrooms at Russell Elementary provided a peek at contrasting pictures.

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Flathead Special Education Cooperative updates preschool program for students in rural areas

This is a year of new beginnings for the Flathead Special Education Cooperative.

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Flathead Special Education Cooperative updates preschool program for students in rural areas

This is a year of new beginnings for the Flathead Special Education Cooperative.

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Resource officers have vital role in local schools

Nineteen years ago, Kalispell Police Department Administrative Capt. Wade Rademacher was designated as the department’s first school resource officer and assigned to Flathead High School and Kalispell Middle School.

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Resource officers have vital role in local schools

Nineteen years ago, Kalispell Police Department Administrative Capt. Wade Rademacher was designated as the department’s first school resource officer and assigned to Flathead High School and Kalispell Middle School.

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Kalispell schools probing anonymous email incident

Kalispell Public Schools are investigating a recent incident in which an anonymous person used email in an attempt to pressure the school district into punishing one of its employees.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell schools probing anonymous email incident

Kalispell Public Schools are investigating a recent incident in which an anonymous person used email in an attempt to pressure the school district into punishing one of its employees.

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Summit Prep expands into new art studio

Summit Preparatory School art and vocational students have moved off the stage and into a new studio.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell schools looks to fill board vacancy

Kalispell Public Schools is looking for a candidate to fill a school board vacancy representing the elementary district.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell schools looks to fill board vacancy

Kalispell Public Schools is looking for a candidate to fill a school board vacancy representing the elementary district.

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Summit Prep expands into new art studio

Summit Preparatory School art and vocational students have moved off the stage and into a new studio.

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Progress continues on Flathead High School's new addition

Some of Flathead High School’s classrooms offer the best views of construction progress as an addition is built on the west side.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Progress continues on Flathead High School's new addition

Some of Flathead High School’s classrooms offer the best views of construction progress as an addition is built on the west side.

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Soil testing scheduled for site of new Somers Middle School

Geotechnical engineers will return to Somers Middle School next week to take additional soil samples of the site before new design plans are finalized. The goal is to start construction in spring 2019.

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Soil testing scheduled for site of new Somers Middle School

Geotechnical engineers will return to Somers Middle School next week to take additional soil samples of the site before new design plans are finalized. The goal is to start construction in spring 2019.

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Form-stripping was risky, but paid well at $2.15 an hour

During the final year of the Hungry Horse Dam’s construction Francis VanRinsum, known as “Red Dog” on the job, was part of the form-stripping crews.

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Form-stripping was risky, but paid well at $2.15 an hour

During the final year of the Hungry Horse Dam’s construction Francis VanRinsum, known as “Red Dog” on the job, was part of the form-stripping crews.

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Former Kalispell Middle School student finalist in national science competition

Kalispell student Alexandra Houseworth’s science project “The Renewable Rotating Charger,” has earned her a chance to win a trip to Washington D.C. to present on the national stage.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Former Kalispell Middle School student finalist in national science competition

Kalispell student Alexandra Houseworth’s science project “The Renewable Rotating Charger,” has earned her a chance to win a trip to Washington D.C. to present on the national stage.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Schools' $67M budget brings taxpayer relief

Kalispell Public Schools will operate on roughly $67.2 million budget this school year that includes some taxpayer relief.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Schools' $67M budget brings taxpayer relief

Kalispell Public Schools will operate on roughly $67.2 million budget this school year that includes some taxpayer relief.

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Teacher fuses passion for art, math, computers

Columbia Falls Junior High School art teacher Dave Ritter categorizes himself as untraditional.

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Teacher fuses passion for art, math, computers

Columbia Falls Junior High School art teacher Dave Ritter categorizes himself as untraditional.

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Rankin Elementary welcomes students

Tuesday marked a new beginning as Rankin Elementary opened for the first day of school.

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Rankin Elementary welcomes students

Tuesday marked a new beginning as Rankin Elementary opened for the first day of school.

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Final touches for new elementary

Rankin Elementary will be ready to roar on the first day of school Aug. 29.

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Final touches for new elementary

Rankin Elementary will be ready to roar on the first day of school Aug. 29.

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Four-legged racers steal the show at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo

Hogs and dogs were off to the races Wednesday at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Somers Middle School project changes course after soil report

The Somers Middle School construction project is headed in a different direction months after a soil report showed the structure could be compromised in the event of a major earthquake.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Somers Middle School project changes course after soil report

The Somers Middle School construction project is headed in a different direction months after a soil report showed the structure could be compromised in the event of a major earthquake.

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Four-legged racers steal the show at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo

Hogs and dogs were off to the races Wednesday at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Flathead High School upperclassmen, freshmen pair up for mentoring program

Incoming freshmen at Flathead High School will start the year knowing at least one student who has been in their shoes before.

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Flathead High School upperclassmen, freshmen pair up for mentoring program

Incoming freshmen at Flathead High School will start the year knowing at least one student who has been in their shoes before.

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Local activists named to '25 under 25' list

The Forward Montana Foundation has named two young activists from Bigfork and Polson to their “25 under 25” list.

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Local activists named to '25 under 25' list

The Forward Montana Foundation has named two young activists from Bigfork and Polson to their “25 under 25” list.

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Sparrow's Nest prepares to welcome homeless teens

Piece by piece, the Sparrow’s Nest has been woven and it will soon be ready to receive homeless high school students around the valley to its Kalispell home.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sparrow's Nest prepares to welcome homeless teens

Piece by piece, the Sparrow’s Nest has been woven and it will soon be ready to receive homeless high school students around the valley to its Kalispell home.

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Creston School taking comments on wireless tower

A public commenting period on locating a wireless internet tower at Creston School began this week following opposition to its installation.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Donation helps bio station expand reach

Flathead Lake Biological Station is ramping up its K-12 education program thanks to a $500,000 donation.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Creston School taking comments on wireless tower

A public commenting period on locating a wireless internet tower at Creston School began this week following opposition to its installation.

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Donation helps bio station expand reach

Flathead Lake Biological Station is ramping up its K-12 education program thanks to a $500,000 donation.

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New Evergreen Chamber director brings enthusiasm, business savvy

Connie McCubbins describes her new role as the executive director of the Evergreen Chamber of Commerce as a “dream job” that combines all her career experience in business.

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New Evergreen Chamber director brings enthusiasm, business savvy

Connie McCubbins describes her new role as the executive director of the Evergreen Chamber of Commerce as a “dream job” that combines all her career experience in business.

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Fifty years of service

A new dawn is rising for the Kalispell Sunriser Lions Club, which is celebrating its 50th year.

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Fifty years of service

A new dawn is rising for the Kalispell Sunriser Lions Club, which is celebrating its 50th year.

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Creston delays wireless tower construction

Creston School has delayed construction of a wireless internet tower on its property in order to hold a public commenting period. The recommendation to hold a public commenting period will go before the board at a meeting currently scheduled for next week.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Creston delays wireless tower construction

Creston School has delayed construction of a wireless internet tower on its property in order to hold a public commenting period. The recommendation to hold a public commenting period will go before the board at a meeting currently scheduled for next week.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Hansen recommended as new Bigfork High principal

The coming school year will bring leadership changes in Bigfork School District, including a new high school principal.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Hansen recommended as new Bigfork High principal

The coming school year will bring leadership changes in Bigfork School District, including a new high school principal.

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Called to teach

At her West Valley home on July 9, Janelle Ruby traced her finger along the raised dots of braille cells.

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Called to teach

At her West Valley home on July 9, Janelle Ruby traced her finger along the raised dots of braille cells.

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Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp celebrates 75 years

Since 1943, Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp has offered solace, spiritual growth and summer camp excitement on 250 acres along the west shore of Flathead Lake.

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Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp celebrates 75 years

Since 1943, Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp has offered solace, spiritual growth and summer camp excitement on 250 acres along the west shore of Flathead Lake.

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Glacier High pilot program focuses on at-risk students

Twenty Glacier High School sophomores will begin the climb toward graduation and young adulthood through a new pilot program, called Ascent, funded through a two-year Montana Academy Foundation grant totaling $139,004.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Glacier High pilot program focuses on at-risk students

Twenty Glacier High School sophomores will begin the climb toward graduation and young adulthood through a new pilot program, called Ascent, funded through a two-year Montana Academy Foundation grant totaling $139,004.

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Committee to look at district's facility needs

Columbia Falls School District is seeking educators, parents, community members and businesses to join a long-range elementary facility planning committee.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Committee to look at district's facility needs

Columbia Falls School District is seeking educators, parents, community members and businesses to join a long-range elementary facility planning committee.

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Funding eliminated for after-school programs serving rural communities

Approximately $200,000 in annual 21st-Century Community Learning Center federal grant funding has been eliminated for after-school programming in Bigfork, Deer Park, Kila and Marion.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Funding eliminated for after-school programs serving rural communities

Approximately $200,000 in annual 21st-Century Community Learning Center federal grant funding has been eliminated for after-school programming in Bigfork, Deer Park, Kila and Marion.

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Teacher launches club for young majorettes

About 20 girls toting metal batons arrive at Hedges Elementary on June 26. The Treasure State Twirlers have a week left to practice before their debut at Kalispell’s Fourth of July parade.

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Teacher launches club for young majorettes

About 20 girls toting metal batons arrive at Hedges Elementary on June 26. The Treasure State Twirlers have a week left to practice before their debut at Kalispell’s Fourth of July parade.

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Flathead Quilters' Guild holds camp for teens

On the most basic level, a quilt is two layers of fabric sewn together, sandwiching a layer of batting with the end goal of providing warmth.

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Flathead Quilters' Guild holds camp for teens

On the most basic level, a quilt is two layers of fabric sewn together, sandwiching a layer of batting with the end goal of providing warmth.

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Couple parks school buses after combined 106 years

On the last school day, Fran and Jan VanRinsum drove into retirement after transporting thousands of children — in addition to various hamsters, mice, fish and snakes — to and from school over a combined 106 years.

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Soil report delays Somers school expansion

The $15.8 million Somers Middle School expansion and renovation project has been delayed before crews have even broken ground, thanks to a soil report that raised questions about the safety of the building design.

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Soil report delays Somers school expansion

The $15.8 million Somers Middle School expansion and renovation project has been delayed before crews have even broken ground, thanks to a soil report that raised questions about the safety of the building design.

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Couple parks school buses after combined 106 years

On the last school day, Fran and Jan VanRinsum drove into retirement after transporting thousands of children — in addition to various hamsters, mice, fish and snakes — to and from school over a combined 106 years.

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Lions Club donates braille embosser to West Valley students

The Kalispell Sunriser Lions Club recently donated a new braille embosser for West Valley School to aid students with visual impairments.

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Lions Club donates braille embosser to West Valley students

The Kalispell Sunriser Lions Club recently donated a new braille embosser for West Valley School to aid students with visual impairments.

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Ninth- through 12th-graders will have another option to pursue their education when Trinity Lutheran’s high school pilot program comes online in the fall.

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Ninth- through 12th-graders will have another option to pursue their education when Trinity Lutheran’s high school pilot program comes online in the fall.

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Ninth- through 12th-graders will have another option to pursue their education when Trinity Lutheran’s high school pilot program comes online in the fall.

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Ninth- through 12th-graders will have another option to pursue their education when Trinity Lutheran’s high school pilot program comes online in the fall.

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Ninth- through 12th-graders will have another option to pursue their education when Trinity Lutheran’s high school pilot program comes online in the fall.

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Hill unanimously confirmed as next Glacier principal

The decision to promote Micah Hill from assistant principal to principal of Glacier High School was unanimous at a Kalispell Public School board meeting Tuesday.

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School bus routes to change in Kalispell

Kalispell Public Schools bus routes will change for the 2018-19 school year, pending approval by the Flathead County Transportation Committee.

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Remodels begin at Kalispell elementary schools

Now that school’s out for summer, construction has gone into high gear at Kalispell’s five existing elementary schools.

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Hill unanimously confirmed as next Glacier principal

The decision to promote Micah Hill from assistant principal to principal of Glacier High School was unanimous at a Kalispell Public School board meeting Tuesday.

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School bus routes to change in Kalispell

Kalispell Public Schools bus routes will change for the 2018-19 school year, pending approval by the Flathead County Transportation Committee.

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Remodels begin at Kalispell elementary schools

Now that school’s out for summer, construction has gone into high gear at Kalispell’s five existing elementary schools.

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Free summer meal programs begin this month

The last bell has rung and school is out for summer, but that doesn’t mean children have to go hungry.

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Free summer meal programs begin this month

The last bell has rung and school is out for summer, but that doesn’t mean children have to go hungry.

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Nathan Brown of Kalispell is a survivor.

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Nathan Brown of Kalispell is a survivor.

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Nathan Brown of Kalispell is a survivor.

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Kalispell school board seeks candidates

Kalispell Public Schools has a school board vacancy to fill.

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Kalispell school board seeks candidates

Kalispell Public Schools has a school board vacancy to fill.

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Message to Flathead graduates: Push your limits and 'dream big'

Before the Flathead High School Class of 2018 commencement ceremony got underway Friday evening, graduate Nikki Sauter double high-fived Anna Henderson and another fellow classmate — their exuberance causing the tassels on their black caps to sway.

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Message to Flathead graduates: Push your limits and 'dream big'

Before the Flathead High School Class of 2018 commencement ceremony got underway Friday evening, graduate Nikki Sauter double high-fived Anna Henderson and another fellow classmate — their exuberance causing the tassels on their black caps to sway.

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Whitefish's Gorian connects with younger students

Grayson Gorian exudes all the qualities of a good mentor — she’s compassionate, open-minded, good-natured and laid-back.

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Whitefish's Gorian connects with younger students

Grayson Gorian exudes all the qualities of a good mentor — she’s compassionate, open-minded, good-natured and laid-back.

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Students learn mapping through augmented reality

Even high school students enjoy playing in a sandbox.

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Students learn mapping through augmented reality

Even high school students enjoy playing in a sandbox.

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Hill tapped as next Glacier principal

Micah Hill will be recommended as the new principal of Glacier High School.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Hill tapped as next Glacier principal

Micah Hill will be recommended as the new principal of Glacier High School.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Free speech or right to privacy?

The public comment portion of recent Fair-Mont-Egan school board meetings has raised questions on whether school boards are restricting free speech by erroneously invoking “the right to privacy” through the guidance of Montana School Boards Association and its model policies.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Free speech or right to privacy?

The public comment portion of recent Fair-Mont-Egan school board meetings has raised questions on whether school boards are restricting free speech by erroneously invoking “the right to privacy” through the guidance of Montana School Boards Association and its model policies.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell teams dominate Montana App Challenge

All-girl teams from Kalispell swept the top four spots at the second Montana App Challenge held at the Montana State Capitol rotunda on May 19.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell teams dominate Montana App Challenge

All-girl teams from Kalispell swept the top four spots at the second Montana App Challenge held at the Montana State Capitol rotunda on May 19.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Deer Park voters reject $1.85M bond

A $1.85 million bond issue for Deer Park School was rejected by voters Tuesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Deer Park voters reject $1.85M bond

A $1.85 million bond issue for Deer Park School was rejected by voters Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Forum looks at Somers Middle School expansion

Construction on a $15.8 million expansion and renovation project at Somers Middle School begins in June when students are released for summer break.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Forum looks at Somers Middle School expansion

Construction on a $15.8 million expansion and renovation project at Somers Middle School begins in June when students are released for summer break.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Glacier coach wins national spirit award

Glacier High School football coach Grady Bennett has been named the Most Spirited Coach by Varsity Brands.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Rooftop cell tower proposal nixed

A cellphone tower won’t be installed on the roof of Flathead High School following a school board decision Tuesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Rooftop cell tower proposal nixed

A cellphone tower won’t be installed on the roof of Flathead High School following a school board decision Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Glacier coach wins national spirit award

Glacier High School football coach Grady Bennett has been named the Most Spirited Coach by Varsity Brands.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Deer Park ballots due May 22

Voters living in Deer Park School are reminded to mail in ballots on a $1.85 million bond issue to meet a May 22 deadline.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Deer Park ballots due May 22

Voters living in Deer Park School are reminded to mail in ballots on a $1.85 million bond issue to meet a May 22 deadline.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Music students receive top scores at districts

Student musicians from around northwestern Montana recently participated in the Western State Solo and Ensemble festival in Helena.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Music students receive top scores at districts

Student musicians from around northwestern Montana recently participated in the Western State Solo and Ensemble festival in Helena.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell voters approve $1M school levy

Four Flathead Valley school districts had success in passing levies according to unofficial results following school elections Tuesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell voters approve $1M school levy

Four Flathead Valley school districts had success in passing levies according to unofficial results following school elections Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Olney-Bissell moves to four-day week

Olney-Bissell School will move to a four-day week beginning this fall.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

School election ballots due today

Voters are reminded to cast their ballots today in school elections.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

School election ballots due today

Voters are reminded to cast their ballots today in school elections.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Glacier student brings home DECA hardware

Glacier High School senior Harrison Rennie went to the DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta and returned to Kalispell a champion.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Glacier student brings home DECA hardware

Glacier High School senior Harrison Rennie went to the DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta and returned to Kalispell a champion.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Comment period extended for school cell tower proposal

Kalispell Public Schools has

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Comment period extended for school cell tower proposal

Kalispell Public Schools has

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Mail ballots for school elections due May 8

Voters living in Bigfork, Helena Flats, Smith Valley and West Valley school districts are reminded to drop their ballots in the mail.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Mail ballots for school elections due May 8

Voters living in Bigfork, Helena Flats, Smith Valley and West Valley school districts are reminded to drop their ballots in the mail.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Pro-gun walkout planned today

A Columbia Falls High School senior is planning to participate in “Stand for the Second” a nationwide 16-minute walkout today beginning at 10 a.m.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Pro-gun walkout planned today

A Columbia Falls High School senior is planning to participate in “Stand for the Second” a nationwide 16-minute walkout today beginning at 10 a.m.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Lakeside Elementary locked down after pellet gun incident

Lakeside Elementary went into a soft lockdown Tuesday morning after a playground supervisor observed two people shooting what later turned out to be a pellet gun north of the school, according to Lakeside Elementary Principal John Thies.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Lakeside Elementary locked down after pellet gun incident

Lakeside Elementary went into a soft lockdown Tuesday morning after a playground supervisor observed two people shooting what later turned out to be a pellet gun north of the school, according to Lakeside Elementary Principal John Thies.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Rural elementary goes to four-day week

Olney-Bissell School will move to a four-day week, while Swan River School is considering it.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Rural elementary goes to four-day week

Olney-Bissell School will move to a four-day week, while Swan River School is considering it.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Langohr named assistant superintendent of Kalispell schools

Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr has been named the next assistant superintendent of Kalispell Public Schools.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Langohr named assistant superintendent of Kalispell schools

Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr has been named the next assistant superintendent of Kalispell Public Schools.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Legends Stadium bleachers to get upgraded

An additional $30,000 will be allocated to improve bleachers in the visitor’s section at Legends Stadium in Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Legends Stadium bleachers to get upgraded

An additional $30,000 will be allocated to improve bleachers in the visitor’s section at Legends Stadium in Kalispell.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Group starts petition opposing cell tower

A group of Kalispell residents and parents spoke out against a proposal to grant permission to Verizon Wireless to build a cellular tower on the roof of Flathead High School at a school board meeting Tuesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Group starts petition opposing cell tower

A group of Kalispell residents and parents spoke out against a proposal to grant permission to Verizon Wireless to build a cellular tower on the roof of Flathead High School at a school board meeting Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

School security ramped up in wake of threat

A shooting threat discovered in a girls bathroom stall at Columbia Falls Junior High has prompted administrators to take extra precautions Friday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

School security ramped up in wake of threat

A shooting threat discovered in a girls bathroom stall at Columbia Falls Junior High has prompted administrators to take extra precautions Friday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The University of Montana is still in the early stages of transformation under the leadership of university president Seth Bodnar.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Fair-Mont-Egan principal resigns

The Fair-Mont-Egan School principal and school board chairwoman have resigned in the wake of a board decision not to renew the principal’s contract without cause.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The University of Montana is still in the early stages of transformation under the leadership of university president Seth Bodnar.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The University of Montana is still in the early stages of transformation under the leadership of university president Seth Bodnar.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The University of Montana is still in the early stages of transformation under the leadership of university president Seth Bodnar.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Fair-Mont-Egan principal resigns

The Fair-Mont-Egan School principal and school board chairwoman have resigned in the wake of a board decision not to renew the principal’s contract without cause.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The University of Montana is still in the early stages of transformation under the leadership of university president Seth Bodnar.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

GHS principal poised for assistant superintendent position

Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr is being recommended as the new assistant superintendent of Kalispell Public Schools.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

District considers allowing cell tower atop FHS

Kalispell Public Schools is holding a public comment period through May 11 on a proposal from Verizon Wireless to have a cell tower installed atop Flathead High School.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

District considers allowing cell tower atop FHS

Kalispell Public Schools is holding a public comment period through May 11 on a proposal from Verizon Wireless to have a cell tower installed atop Flathead High School.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

GHS principal poised for assistant superintendent position

Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr is being recommended as the new assistant superintendent of Kalispell Public Schools.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

District Music Festival results

Northwest Montana’s student musicians showcased their talent at the District 1 Music Festival.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

District Music Festival results

Northwest Montana’s student musicians showcased their talent at the District 1 Music Festival.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Tuition going up for out-of-district students

Tuition will increase for out-of-district students wishing to attend Kalispell Public Schools beginning in the 2018-19 school year.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Tuition going up for out-of-district students

Tuition will increase for out-of-district students wishing to attend Kalispell Public Schools beginning in the 2018-19 school year.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish's greenhouse project blossoms into 'net-zero' center

Preparations are underway for the grand opening next week of the $2.65 million Center for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship at Whitefish High School.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish's greenhouse project blossoms into 'net-zero' center

Preparations are underway for the grand opening next week of the $2.65 million Center for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship at Whitefish High School.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bullock touts benefits of pre-K funding

Gov. Steve Bullock sat down to a family style meal of meatballs, rice and carrots with a table of 4- to 5-year-olds at the Flathead Valley Community College Early Childhood Center on Thursday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bullock touts benefits of pre-K funding

Gov. Steve Bullock sat down to a family style meal of meatballs, rice and carrots with a table of 4- to 5-year-olds at the Flathead Valley Community College Early Childhood Center on Thursday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Martel selected as Muldown contractor

Martel Construction has been selected as the general contractor and construction manger to build a new elementary school in Whitefish.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Local students organize pro-gun rally

Three area high school students are planning to lead a pro-gun rights rally at Depot Park in Kalispell on Saturday. They hope to provide a platform for youth to voice support of the Second Amendment and responsible gun owners.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Martel selected as Muldown contractor

Martel Construction has been selected as the general contractor and construction manger to build a new elementary school in Whitefish.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Local students organize pro-gun rally

Three area high school students are planning to lead a pro-gun rights rally at Depot Park in Kalispell on Saturday. They hope to provide a platform for youth to voice support of the Second Amendment and responsible gun owners.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Rural school seeks $1.8M bond

After months back at the drawing board, Deer Park School is ready to put another bond issue before voters to cover facility priorities. This time, the school is requesting $1.85 million.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Rural school seeks $1.8M bond

After months back at the drawing board, Deer Park School is ready to put another bond issue before voters to cover facility priorities. This time, the school is requesting $1.85 million.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Voters to consider school levies

Five school districts are running levies in the upcoming May election.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Voters to consider school levies

Five school districts are running levies in the upcoming May election.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

A mathematical mind

Necessity may open the door of opportunity, but it is for the individual to decide whether or not to walk through. For Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr, the necessity of purchasing a lawnmower — a seemingly mundane life event — ended up taking her career in a new direction …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

A mathematical mind

Necessity may open the door of opportunity, but it is for the individual to decide whether or not to walk through. For Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr, the necessity of purchasing a lawnmower — a seemingly mundane life event — ended up taking her career in a new direction …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Mobile delivery added to district's summer meal program

The Kalispell Public Schools Food Service Department’s free summer meals program is planning to hit the road.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Mobile delivery added to district's summer meal program

The Kalispell Public Schools Food Service Department’s free summer meals program is planning to hit the road.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell, Whitefish middle schools score well in math contest

The math added up for 371 high school and middle school students from around northwestern Montana who converged at Flathead Valley Community College earlier this month to compete at the Montana Council of Teachers of Mathematics Math Contest.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Kalispell, Whitefish middle schools score well in math contest

The math added up for 371 high school and middle school students from around northwestern Montana who converged at Flathead Valley Community College earlier this month to compete at the Montana Council of Teachers of Mathematics Math Contest.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Students pick up top awards at state science fair

Local high school and middle school students picked up top awards for their scientific thought and creative ability at this year’s Montana State Science Fair.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Students pick up top awards at state science fair

Local high school and middle school students picked up top awards for their scientific thought and creative ability at this year’s Montana State Science Fair.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Public gets first look at Muldown designs concept

A small audience of Whitefish community members and educators recently got a look at preliminary plans of a new kindergarten through fourth-grade school that will replace Muldown Elementary.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Public gets first look at Muldown designs concept

A small audience of Whitefish community members and educators recently got a look at preliminary plans of a new kindergarten through fourth-grade school that will replace Muldown Elementary.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Swank selected for Kalispell school projects

Swank Enterprises was selected last week as the general contractor for the renovation of five elementary buildings in Kalispell Public Schools.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Swank selected for Kalispell school projects

Swank Enterprises was selected last week as the general contractor for the renovation of five elementary buildings in Kalispell Public Schools.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Nonprofit to open drop-in center

Kalispell Public Schools is opening its heart once more to homeless teens.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Nonprofit to open drop-in center

Kalispell Public Schools is opening its heart once more to homeless teens.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Paine named FHS principal ­­- this time permanently

Flathead High School’s interim principal, Michele Paine, has been named to assume the role permanently on July 1.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Paine named FHS principal ­­- this time permanently

Flathead High School’s interim principal, Michele Paine, has been named to assume the role permanently on July 1.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

More funds going to Linderman renovation

Additional money is being allotted to the Linderman Education Center renovation project.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

More funds going to Linderman renovation

Additional money is being allotted to the Linderman Education Center renovation project.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Assistant superintendent to retire at end of year

Kalispell Public Schools Assistant Superintendent Andrea Johnson will retire at the end of the school year, pending school board approval Tuesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Assistant superintendent to retire at end of year

Kalispell Public Schools Assistant Superintendent Andrea Johnson will retire at the end of the school year, pending school board approval Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

C-Falls plans for future of elementary district

Columbia Falls School District has put out a request for qualifications for architect and engineering services to assist in master planning for its elementary district.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

C-Falls plans for future of elementary district

Columbia Falls School District has put out a request for qualifications for architect and engineering services to assist in master planning for its elementary district.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Students join nationwide walkout

On a chilly Wednesday morning several students were setting up a row of 17 chairs in front of Glacier High School. Posted on the chairs were the names of the 17 victims murdered in the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Students to remember victims of Florida school shooting

Students in public high schools across the valley are participating in memorial events today to honor the 17 victims killed in the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, as part of a national walkout.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Students to remember victims of Florida school shooting

Students in public high schools across the valley are participating in memorial events today to honor the 17 victims killed in the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, as part of a national walkout.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Flathead junior earns trip to national poetry competition

Poetry Out Loud state champion Anna Hedinger recalled the first time she stepped onto the stage to do a microphone check before giving her winning poetry recitations.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Flathead junior earns trip to national poetry competition

Poetry Out Loud state champion Anna Hedinger recalled the first time she stepped onto the stage to do a microphone check before giving her winning poetry recitations.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Students to take part in walkout

At 10 a.m. March 14, high school students in Flathead County are planning to take part in a national walkout to honor the victims of the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Students to take part in walkout

At 10 a.m. March 14, high school students in Flathead County are planning to take part in a national walkout to honor the victims of the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Paine selected as Flathead principal

Michele Paine will be recommended for the principal position at Flathead High School following an interview committee’s decision.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Paine selected as Flathead principal

Michele Paine will be recommended for the principal position at Flathead High School following an interview committee’s decision.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Bid awarded for Flathead High remodel

A bid to demolish and expand Flathead High School came in under budget estimates.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Bid awarded for Flathead High remodel

A bid to demolish and expand Flathead High School came in under budget estimates.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Ingenuity on display at county science fair

The power of the scientific method and the creativity of third- through 12th-graders was on display at the annual Flathead County Science Fair Thursday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Judges needed for county science fair

About 30 volunteer judges are still needed for the Flathead County Science Fair scheduled Thursday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Grant bolsters Bigfork music program

Bigfork High School band is playing a new tune.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Finalists to interview for Flathead principal job

Four finalists have been selected to interview for the Flathead High School principal position Wednesday followed by an invitation for the public to meet the candidates in the evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Judges needed for county science fair

About 30 volunteer judges are still needed for the Flathead County Science Fair scheduled Thursday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Grant bolsters Bigfork music program

Bigfork High School band is playing a new tune.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Finalists to interview for Flathead principal job

Four finalists have been selected to interview for the Flathead High School principal position Wednesday followed by an invitation for the public to meet the candidates in the evening.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Music teacher finalist in composition contest

“Kaia!” is a piece of music written by composer Craig Naylor for wind ensemble and symphonic band that takes inspiration from martial arts and ancient Japanese musical traditions.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

District looks at cuts, levies to cover shortfall

Budget cuts are on the way for Kalispell Public Schools and general fund levies for the high school and elementary districts may be on the May ballot.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Music teacher finalist in composition contest

“Kaia!” is a piece of music written by composer Craig Naylor for wind ensemble and symphonic band that takes inspiration from martial arts and ancient Japanese musical traditions.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

District looks at cuts, levies to cover shortfall

Budget cuts are on the way for Kalispell Public Schools and general fund levies for the high school and elementary districts may be on the May ballot.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Students tap into augmented reality

Columbia Falls Junior High eighth-grader Haylee Lawrence put on a pair of glasses during science class on Feb. 15. They aren’t ordinary glasses, however. What resemble small pegs protruding from the lightweight metal frames are actually tracking sensors being picked up by a camera on a special monitor in front …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Students take part in welding contest

Flathead Valley Community College hosted its first high school welding competition Thursday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Students tap into augmented reality

Columbia Falls Junior High eighth-grader Haylee Lawrence put on a pair of glasses during science class on Feb. 15. They aren’t ordinary glasses, however. What resemble small pegs protruding from the lightweight metal frames are actually tracking sensors being picked up by a camera on a special monitor in front …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Students take part in welding contest

Flathead Valley Community College hosted its first high school welding competition Thursday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Home-schooler wins spelling bee; 3 students headed to state competition

Fourteen-year-old Karrissa Zanett, a home-schooled student, walked up to a microphone facing a set of three judges on the performance hall stage at Glacier High School.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Cold snap ruptures pipe at Whitefish school

Whitefish High School students evacuated the school building Wednesday morning after the fire alarm was triggered by a fire sprinkler, which had gone off in the gym foyer.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Home-schooler wins spelling bee; 3 students headed to state competition

Fourteen-year-old Karrissa Zanett, a home-schooled student, walked up to a microphone facing a set of three judges on the performance hall stage at Glacier High School.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Cold snap ruptures pipe at Whitefish school

Whitefish High School students evacuated the school building Wednesday morning after the fire alarm was triggered by a fire sprinkler, which had gone off in the gym foyer.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Educational Cooperative moving to new location

The Northwest Montana Educational Cooperative is moving to a new location.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Educational Cooperative moving to new location

The Northwest Montana Educational Cooperative is moving to a new location.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell looks at fee hike for out-of-district students

Kalispell Public Schools is looking to double its tuition fees for out-of-district students.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell looks at fee hike for out-of-district students

Kalispell Public Schools is looking to double its tuition fees for out-of-district students.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Districts join study on electric buses

While there is a lot of attention on electric vehicles and commuter buses, school buses remain a niche market, whether electric or not.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Districts join study on electric buses

While there is a lot of attention on electric vehicles and commuter buses, school buses remain a niche market, whether electric or not.

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Boys and Girls Club looks to build in Columbia Falls

The Boys and Girls Club of Glacier Country is in a period of transition.

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Boys and Girls Club looks to build in Columbia Falls

The Boys and Girls Club of Glacier Country is in a period of transition.

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17 students qualify for national speech, debate tournament

Seventeen speech and debate students from Glacier and Flathead high schools have qualified for nationals.

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Marion storage units destroyed in fire

A storage-unit building located at 8400 U.S. 2 W. in Marion was deemed a loss after a structure fire broke out Tuesday.

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17 students qualify for national speech, debate tournament

Seventeen speech and debate students from Glacier and Flathead high schools have qualified for nationals.

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Marion storage units destroyed in fire

A storage-unit building located at 8400 U.S. 2 W. in Marion was deemed a loss after a structure fire broke out Tuesday.

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Flathead selected for equity initiative

Flathead High School will be part of an International Baccalaureate initiative seeking to reach more low-income and minority students around the U.S.

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Flathead selected for equity initiative

Flathead High School will be part of an International Baccalaureate initiative seeking to reach more low-income and minority students around the U.S.

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Glacier High teachers up for national spirit award

Glacier High School head football coach Grady Bennett and French teacher Stephanie Hill and are finalists in the national Varsity Brands

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Glacier High teachers up for national spirit award

Glacier High School head football coach Grady Bennett and French teacher Stephanie Hill and are finalists in the national Varsity Brands

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Somers-Lakeside schools to review policy on sex offenders

A parent on the Montana sex-offender registry who volunteered in a Lakeside Elementary classroom to help with a holiday activity has raised concerns and led the Somers-Lakeside School District to review its policy.

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Somers-Lakeside schools to review policy on sex offenders

A parent on the Montana sex-offender registry who volunteered in a Lakeside Elementary classroom to help with a holiday activity has raised concerns and led the Somers-Lakeside School District to review its policy.

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No headline

After 11 years at Edgerton Elementary, Merisa Murray will open new doors in her career as principal of Rankin Elementary when it opens in 2018.

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After 11 years at Edgerton Elementary, Merisa Murray will open new doors in her career as principal of Rankin Elementary when it opens in 2018.

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No headline

After 11 years at Edgerton Elementary, Merisa Murray will open new doors in her career as principal of Rankin Elementary when it opens in 2018.

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Miss Montana shares message of service

Reigning Miss Montana Maddie Murray walked into St. Matthew’s Catholic School gym on Friday, her crown twinkling in the light.

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Miss Montana shares message of service

Reigning Miss Montana Maddie Murray walked into St. Matthew’s Catholic School gym on Friday, her crown twinkling in the light.

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Columbia Falls wins 13th consecutive speech and debate championship

Columbia Falls High School Speech and Debate propelled itself to a 13th consecutive state title in Corvallis on Friday and Saturday.

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Columbia Falls wins 13th consecutive speech and debate championship

Columbia Falls High School Speech and Debate propelled itself to a 13th consecutive state title in Corvallis on Friday and Saturday.

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Camp offering year-round educational programs

On a rainy Wednesday afternoon, Somers Middle School seventh-graders gathered around a topographic map to talk elevation, direction and compasses under the shelter of a pavilion.

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Camp offering year-round educational programs

On a rainy Wednesday afternoon, Somers Middle School seventh-graders gathered around a topographic map to talk elevation, direction and compasses under the shelter of a pavilion.

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Students find success with job-training program

Whitefish Independent High School has had a variety of success stories with its graduates and two current seniors can add their recent accomplishments to that list as a result of the Jobs for Montana’s Graduates program.

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Students find success with job-training program

Whitefish Independent High School has had a variety of success stories with its graduates and two current seniors can add their recent accomplishments to that list as a result of the Jobs for Montana’s Graduates program.

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Wildcats going for 13th consecutive state title

Columbia Falls High School Speech and Debate team is looking at lucky 13 in consecutive state titles if it wins the Class A state tournament held Friday and Saturday in Corvallis.

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Wildcats going for 13th consecutive state title

Columbia Falls High School Speech and Debate team is looking at lucky 13 in consecutive state titles if it wins the Class A state tournament held Friday and Saturday in Corvallis.

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Students recovering after cornice collapse

One student fractured a femur and a second student sustained a concussion after falling about 8 to 10 feet when a snow cornice collapsed during a Bigfork High School field trip in the Marias Pass area of Glacier National Park on Tuesday.

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Flathead, Glacier both in mix for state title

Flathead and Glacier high school speech and debate teams are primed to perform at the Class AA state tournament in Great Falls on Friday and Saturday.

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Students recovering after cornice collapse

One student fractured a femur and a second student sustained a concussion after falling about 8 to 10 feet when a snow cornice collapsed during a Bigfork High School field trip in the Marias Pass area of Glacier National Park on Tuesday.

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Flathead, Glacier both in mix for state title

Flathead and Glacier high school speech and debate teams are primed to perform at the Class AA state tournament in Great Falls on Friday and Saturday.

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Columbia Falls leads way in graduation rate

Four of five high schools in the Flathead edged out the state average in graduate rates for 2017.

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Columbia Falls leads way in graduation rate

Four of five high schools in the Flathead edged out the state average in graduate rates for 2017.

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Glacier student selected for Senate Youth Program

Glacier High School senior Abigail Roston has been selected to represent Montana in the United States Senate Youth Program.

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Glacier student selected for Senate Youth Program

Glacier High School senior Abigail Roston has been selected to represent Montana in the United States Senate Youth Program.

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Some students offered option to stay at current school

Some Kalispell kindergarten through fifth-grade students may be attending different schools in August when new elementary district boundaries go into effect.

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Some students offered option to stay at current school

Some Kalispell kindergarten through fifth-grade students may be attending different schools in August when new elementary district boundaries go into effect.

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Donations boost adult education programs

Whitefish School District was the recipient of several donations totaling $105,500 to benefit music and adult education programs.

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Donations boost adult education programs

Whitefish School District was the recipient of several donations totaling $105,500 to benefit music and adult education programs.

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Architect chosen for Muldown rebuild

Whitefish School District selected L’Heureux Page Werner as the architect and Dow’s Custom Construction as the owner’s representative of it’s $26.5 million elementary school project to build a new school to replace Muldown Elementary.

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Architect chosen for Muldown rebuild

Whitefish School District selected L’Heureux Page Werner as the architect and Dow’s Custom Construction as the owner’s representative of it’s $26.5 million elementary school project to build a new school to replace Muldown Elementary.

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New courses offered at Glacier, Flathead

New courses are will be added to the 2018-19 rosters at Flathead and Glacier high schools.

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New courses offered at Glacier, Flathead

New courses are will be added to the 2018-19 rosters at Flathead and Glacier high schools.

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Student research explores Sun Road traffic

Project Sunbound has resulted in a new management tool for Glacier National Park to model visitor traffic and parking congestion along Going-to-the-Sun Road in its search for solutions in handling skyrocketing visitation.

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Student research explores Sun Road traffic

Project Sunbound has resulted in a new management tool for Glacier National Park to model visitor traffic and parking congestion along Going-to-the-Sun Road in its search for solutions in handling skyrocketing visitation.

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Board selects Rankin Elementary mascot

The Rankin Raptors will rip into the 2018-19 school year when Kalispell Public Schools opens the doors of its sixth elementary school.

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Board selects Rankin Elementary mascot

The Rankin Raptors will rip into the 2018-19 school year when Kalispell Public Schools opens the doors of its sixth elementary school.

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New district boundaries selected

New boundaries have been set for Kalispell's six public elementary schools that will determine where students attend kindergarten through fifth grade.

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New district boundaries selected

New boundaries have been set for Kalispell’s six public elementary schools that will determine where students attend kindergarten through fifth grade.

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'Plastic Claus' finds ways to help those in need

Some may know Steve Southland, 56, as the “Plastic Man” from his calls to B98 radio host Leah Lindsay. Around the holidays he becomes “Plastic Claus.”

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'Plastic Claus' finds ways to help those in need

Some may know Steve Southland, 56, as the “Plastic Man” from his calls to B98 radio host Leah Lindsay. Around the holidays he becomes “Plastic Claus.”

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Schools utilize therapy dogs to enhance learning environment

Sometimes all it takes to relieve stress, calm down, even improve reading skills is a furry friend to pet or hug.

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Students take pride in Salvation Army kettle drive

Eighth grade marked the last holiday season a class of Fair-Mont-Egan School students would ring bells together for the Salvation Army before moving on to high school.

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Students take pride in Salvation Army kettle drive

Eighth grade marked the last holiday season a class of Fair-Mont-Egan School students would ring bells together for the Salvation Army before moving on to high school.

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Interim allowed to apply for principal position

Interim Flathead High School Principal Michele Paine will be able to apply for the principal position when it opens in January.

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Interim allowed to apply for principal position

Interim Flathead High School Principal Michele Paine will be able to apply for the principal position when it opens in January.

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Bigfork sticks with bus approach, despite outcry

A change in how buses approach the Bigfork School District campus in the afternoon will continue despite concerns of residents.

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Bigfork sticks with bus approach, despite outcry

A change in how buses approach the Bigfork School District campus in the afternoon will continue despite concerns of residents.

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Filing open for school trustee candidates

The filing period is open for people interested in becoming a school board trustee candidate.

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Filing open for school trustee candidates

The filing period is open for people interested in becoming a school board trustee candidate.

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Christmas event tailored for children with sensory disorders

The lights were turned low, there was no music or crowds, because Sensory Santa was in town.

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Christmas event tailored for children with sensory disorders

The lights were turned low, there was no music or crowds, because Sensory Santa was in town.

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Calendar fundraiser showcases pet-rescue stories

Two eighth-graders have collaborated a second time to create a desktop calendar to raise money for charity. This year, the pair was inspired by second chances.

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Calendar fundraiser showcases pet-rescue stories

Two eighth-graders have collaborated a second time to create a desktop calendar to raise money for charity. This year, the pair was inspired by second chances.

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Slow but steady growth in 2017

Enrollment in public, private and home schools has maintained a 2 percent growth level, according to a recent countywide enrollment report released this month.

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Slow but steady growth in 2017

Enrollment in public, private and home schools has maintained a 2 percent growth level, according to a recent countywide enrollment report released this month.

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$14M renovation, addition unveiled

The Bigfork High School $14 million addition and renovation was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.

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$14M renovation, addition unveiled

The Bigfork High School $14 million addition and renovation was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.

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School district receives donation from new Chamber award

The Evergreen School District athletic program was given a $500 donation in memory of Brent Hall.

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School district receives donation from new Chamber award

The Evergreen School District athletic program was given a $500 donation in memory of Brent Hall.

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Fuller, school district reach settlement over reprimand dispute

Whitefish High School’s former head volleyball coach and the school district reached a settlement Tuesday regarding how the coach was disciplined earlier this year in response to an interview she did with The Daily Inter Lake.

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Ex-coach's reprimand revised on appeal

Whitefish High School’s former head volleyball coach and the school district reached a settlement Tuesday regarding how the coach was disciplined earlier this year in response to an

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Ex-coach's reprimand revised on appeal

Whitefish High School’s former head volleyball coach and the school district reached a settlement Tuesday regarding how the coach was disciplined earlier this year in response to an

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Students address world issues at Model UN

While the international community responded to the announcement of Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe’s resignation on Nov. 21, local high school students were working to address world problems at a Model United Nations Conference in Missoula.

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Students address world issues at Model UN

While the international community responded to the announcement of Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe’s resignation on Nov. 21, local high school students were working to address world problems at a Model United Nations Conference in Missoula.

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School district revises harassment policy

Somers-Lakeside School District has recently revised its policy on sexual harassment and intimidation of students, but says the changes were not spurred by complaints from parents about how an incident was handled earlier this year.

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School district revises harassment policy

Somers-Lakeside School District has recently revised its policy on sexual harassment and intimidation of students, but says the changes were not spurred by complaints from parents about how an incident was handled earlier this year.

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Great Falls architect picked for Somers school upgrade

L’Heureux Page Werner will serve as the architect for the Somers Middle School’s $15.8 million renovation and expansion project.

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Great Falls architect picked for Somers school upgrade

L’Heureux Page Werner will serve as the architect for the Somers Middle School’s $15.8 million renovation and expansion project.

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Students get in tune with ukuleles

Ukuleles are making their debut at Bigfork Elementary.

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Contractor selected for Linderman renovation

Swank Enterprises has been selected as the general contractor and construction manager for the Linderman Education Center renovation project in Kalispell Public Schools.

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Students get in tune with ukuleles

Ukuleles are making their debut at Bigfork Elementary.

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Contractor selected for Linderman renovation

Swank Enterprises has been selected as the general contractor and construction manager for the Linderman Education Center renovation project in Kalispell Public Schools.

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Students follow tradition with 'stone soup'

A rich aroma of homemade turkey stock and seasonings emanated from the Kalispell Montessori Elementary kitchen Tuesday.

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Students follow tradition with 'stone soup'

A rich aroma of homemade turkey stock and seasonings emanated from the Kalispell Montessori Elementary kitchen Tuesday.

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New redistricting option surfaces

Kalispell Public Schools is zeroing in on how its elementary boundaries will look as it works through the redistricting process.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New redistricting option surfaces

Kalispell Public Schools is zeroing in on how its elementary boundaries will look as it works through the redistricting process.

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A lesson in articulation and movement

In William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy “Twelfth Night” the characters are pierced by love rather than the sword.

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A lesson in articulation and movement

In William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy “Twelfth Night” the characters are pierced by love rather than the sword.

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District plans to purchase land for future elementary

Kalispell Public Schools will enter into an agreement to purchase a 12-acre parcel north of Kalispell as a future elementary school site.

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District plans to purchase land for future elementary

Kalispell Public Schools will enter into an agreement to purchase a 12-acre parcel north of Kalispell as a future elementary school site.

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New school named after Jeannette Rankin

Kalispell's newest elementary school currently under construction on Airport Road will be named after Jeannette Rankin — Montana's first woman to serve in the U.S. Congress.

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New school named after Jeannette Rankin

Kalispell’s newest elementary school currently under construction on Airport Road will be named after Jeannette Rankin — Montana’s first woman to serve in the U.S. Congress.

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Bigfork bus route draws criticism

Bigfork School District administrators and school board trustees received some pushback after changing how buses approach the school during afternoons.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork bus route draws criticism

Bigfork School District administrators and school board trustees received some pushback after changing how buses approach the school during afternoons.

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Swan River teacher uses technology to enhance students' experiences

Swan River School is making its mark in how rural schools access and use technology in the classroom.

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Swan River teacher uses technology to enhance students' experiences

Swan River School is making its mark in how rural schools access and use technology in the classroom.

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Special education director addresses goals

Sara Cole, 37, is growing a tree of student and family photographs on a wall of her Kalispell Public Schools Central Administration Office.

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Special education director addresses goals

Sara Cole, 37, is growing a tree of student and family photographs on a wall of her Kalispell Public Schools Central Administration Office.

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Local teams looks at season ahead

Class A speech and debate state champion Columbia Falls High School is starting the season with 42 members who are looking to continue the dynasty of consecutive state titles.

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Local teams looks at season ahead

Class A speech and debate state champion Columbia Falls High School is starting the season with 42 members who are looking to continue the dynasty of consecutive state titles.

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Local teams reload with talent

There’s a lot of talk going on in Flathead and Glacier high schools as the two Class AA speech and debate teams start the season with a total of 290 students.

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Local teams reload with talent

There’s a lot of talk going on in Flathead and Glacier high schools as the two Class AA speech and debate teams start the season with a total of 290 students.

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Work progressing on sustainability center

The Center for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship at Whitefish High School is starting to take shape.

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Work progressing on sustainability center

The Center for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship at Whitefish High School is starting to take shape.

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Teachers seek funding for educational projects

The Kalispell Education Foundation is looking to partner again with businesses and individuals to help fund Great Opportunities Grants.

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Teachers seek funding for educational projects

The Kalispell Education Foundation is looking to partner again with businesses and individuals to help fund Great Opportunities Grants.

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Cayuse Prairie students hone leadership skills

Over the semester Cayuse Prairie School eighth-graders have been learning how to be leaders and help out in their school and community.

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Cayuse Prairie students hone leadership skills

Over the semester Cayuse Prairie School eighth-graders have been learning how to be leaders and help out in their school and community.

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Governor touts after-school program

Bigfork ACES and Bigfork Playhouse Children’s Theatre kept the lights on for Gov. Steve Bullock to celebrate after-school programming on Tuesday.

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Voters approve Somers school bond

A $15.8 million bond issue was narrowly approved by voters in Somers-Lakeside School District Tuesday.

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Governor touts after-school program

Bigfork ACES and Bigfork Playhouse Children’s Theatre kept the lights on for Gov. Steve Bullock to celebrate after-school programming on Tuesday.

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Voters approve Somers school bond

A $15.8 million bond issue was narrowly approved by voters in Somers-Lakeside School District Tuesday.

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Teacher workshop packs up trove of expert knowledge

Trunks containing a treasure trove of educational materials were on display for a group of educators during a workshop at Lone Pine Thursday.

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Walking distance, safety top concerns

Kalispell Public Schools recently held forums to explain four elementary redistricting options as it adds a sixth elementary school to the map.

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Teacher workshop packs up trove of expert knowledge

Trunks containing a treasure trove of educational materials were on display for a group of educators during a workshop at Lone Pine Thursday.

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Walking distance, safety top concerns

Kalispell Public Schools recently held forums to explain four elementary redistricting options as it adds a sixth elementary school to the map.

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South Kalispell elementary construction ahead of schedule

Work continues at a steady pace on $54 million in building projects at Kalispell Public Schools.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

South Kalispell elementary construction ahead of schedule

Work continues at a steady pace on $54 million in building projects at Kalispell Public Schools.

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All-State musicians selected

Several students who auditioned for a spot to perform at the Montana All-State Band, Chorus and Orchestra Festival have been selected.

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All-State musicians selected

Several students who auditioned for a spot to perform at the Montana All-State Band, Chorus and Orchestra Festival have been selected.

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Flathead grad holds onto dream of becoming doctor

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Flathead grad holds onto dream of becoming doctor

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Stillwater grad makes peace with painful past

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Stillwater grad makes peace with painful past

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New option surfaces in redistricting process

A fourth option has been added to the

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New option surfaces in redistricting process

A fourth option has been added to the

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Whitefish Independent grad takes a different path

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Whitefish Independent grad takes a different path

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Flautau earns regional award

Mark Flautau has been named the superintendent of the year for the Northwest Region of the Montana Association of School Superintendents.

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Bigfork graduate finding peace within herself

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Flautau earns regional award

Mark Flautau has been named the superintendent of the year for the Northwest Region of the Montana Association of School Superintendents.

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Bigfork graduate finding peace within herself

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Candidates see traffic plan, redevelopment as key issues

A three-way race for a Kalispell City Council Ward 3 seat will pit longtime incumbent Jim Atkinson against Kyle Waterman in his first run and Karlene Osorio-Khor, in her second run for the council position.

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Candidates see traffic plan, redevelopment as key issues

A three-way race for a Kalispell City Council Ward 3 seat will pit longtime incumbent Jim Atkinson against Kyle Waterman in his first run and Karlene Osorio-Khor, in her second run for the council position.

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C-Falls graduate chooses authenticity

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C-Falls graduate chooses authenticity

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Public to weigh in on redistricting options

Kalispell Public Schools has scheduled three public forums this month on elementary redistricting in the coming weeks.

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Public to weigh in on redistricting options

Kalispell Public Schools has scheduled three public forums this month on elementary redistricting in the coming weeks.

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Ballots go out for $15.8M school bond

Ballots go out Oct. 6 on a $15.8 million bond issue to renovate and expand Somers Middle School.

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Ballots go out for $15.8M school bond

Ballots go out Oct. 6 on a $15.8 million bond issue to renovate and expand Somers Middle School.

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Whitefish passes bond to build new elementary school

Voters in Whitefish School District approved $26.5 million in bonds to build a new elementary school and retain portions of Muldown Elementary in a mail-ballot election that concluded Tuesday.

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Whitefish passes bond to build new elementary school

Voters in Whitefish School District approved $26.5 million in bonds to build a new elementary school and retain portions of Muldown Elementary in a mail-ballot election that concluded Tuesday.

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New elementary prompts Kalispell redistricting

The Kalispell Public Schools system has begun the elementary redistricting process as a new school is built on the south side of the city.

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New elementary prompts Kalispell redistricting

The Kalispell Public Schools system has begun the elementary redistricting process as a new school is built on the south side of the city.

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Communing with nature

On a sunny Thursday Kalispell Montessori Principal Heather Wyrick walked through a cleared path of tall grass behind the school, past two tepees and headed into the woods of the Owen Sowerwine Natural Area until she arrived at a clearing.

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Communing with nature

On a sunny Thursday Kalispell Montessori Principal Heather Wyrick walked through a cleared path of tall grass behind the school, past two tepees and headed into the woods of the Owen Sowerwine Natural Area until she arrived at a clearing.

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Voters to decide on $26.5M bond

Whitefish voters will decide the fate of a $26.5 million bond issue to build a proposed new elementary school to address aging infrastructure, security and capacity issues.

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Voters to decide on $26.5M bond

Whitefish voters will decide the fate of a $26.5 million bond issue to build a proposed new elementary school to address aging infrastructure, security and capacity issues.

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Bond ballots due by Oct. 3

Whitefish voters are reminded to drop their ballots into the mail for the $26.5 million bond issue for Muldown Elementary.

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Evergreen schools superintendent finalist for leadership award

Evergreen School District Superintendent Laurie Barron has been named a finalist for the Women in School Leadership Awards by the AASA, the School Superintendents Association.

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Bond ballots due by Oct. 3

Whitefish voters are reminded to drop their ballots into the mail for the $26.5 million bond issue for Muldown Elementary.

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Evergreen schools superintendent finalist for leadership award

Evergreen School District Superintendent Laurie Barron has been named a finalist for the Women in School Leadership Awards by the AASA, the School Superintendents Association.

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Voters turn down $3M Deer Park bond

A $3 million bond issue request in Deer Park School was defeated by a wide margin on Tuesday.

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Voters turn down $3M Deer Park bond

A $3 million bond issue request in Deer Park School was defeated by a wide margin on Tuesday.

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Sense of normalcy returns as students head back to class

The sounds of children in classrooms and hurrying in the hallways could once again be heard Tuesday as school resumed across the Flathead Valley after three days of being canceled due to cyber threats.

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Columbia Falls officials hold meeting

The Columbia Falls School District held an informational meeting Monday at noon with family and community members to answer any questions about cyber threats as students are set to return to school.

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Man allegedly pulled gun on woman, loaded bullet

A 33-year-old man has been charged with a felony, accused of brandishing a gun at a woman and loading a bullet into it.

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Man faces felonies for alleged heroin sale

A 23-year-old will be arraigned on Sept. 21 accused of selling more than three grams of heroin.

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Man allegedly pulled gun on woman, loaded bullet

A 33-year-old man has been charged with a felony, accused of brandishing a gun at a woman and loading a bullet into it.

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Man faces felonies for alleged heroin sale

A 23-year-old will be arraigned on Sept. 21 accused of selling more than three grams of heroin.

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Voters to decide on $26.5M bond

Whitefish voters will decide the fate of a $26.5 million bond issue to build a proposed new elementary school to address aging infrastructure, security and capacity issues.

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Voters to decide on $26.5M bond

Whitefish voters will decide the fate of a $26.5 million bond issue to build a proposed new elementary school to address aging infrastructure, security and capacity issues.

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Families remain patient, wait for answers

Despite two days of unexpected school closures due to recent threats involving Flathead County schools, for most families in the Flathead, it’s a wait-and-see moment.

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Text threats shut down schools valleywide

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has identified and is conducting interviews with persons of interest regarding a series of threats made via text message and email that led to the closure of schools throughout the valley.

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Stadium renovation complete; home games begin this week

Legends Stadium kicks off its home games with a crosstown soccer match Thursday after the recent completion of a $972,094 field renovation.

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Stadium renovation complete; home games begin this week

Legends Stadium kicks off its home games with a crosstown soccer match Thursday after the recent completion of a $972,094 field renovation.

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Text threats shut down schools valleywide

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has identified and is conducting interviews with persons of interest regarding a series of threats made via text message and email that led to the closure of schools throughout the valley.

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Kalispell man sentenced for attack, attempt to steal gambling winnings

A Kalispell man was sentenced with the Department of Corrections after attacking a man in an attempt to steal his gambling winnings.

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Kalispell man sentenced for attack, attempt to steal gambling winnings

A Kalispell man was sentenced with the Department of Corrections after attacking a man in an attempt to steal his gambling winnings.

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Whitefish man pleads not guilty to vehicular homicide

A Whitefish man pleaded not guilty to felony vehicular homicide while under the influence of drugs, in Flathead District Court on Sept. 7.

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Whitefish man pleads not guilty to vehicular homicide

A Whitefish man pleaded not guilty to felony vehicular homicide while under the influence of drugs, in Flathead District Court on Sept. 7.

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Once considered homeless, C-Falls graduate begins college journey

Estevon Torres has completed the first weeks of his freshman year at Montana State University, a milestone representing an upward journey from where he once was.

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Kalispell woman denies felony arson charge

Wendy Jane Concha, 34, pleaded not guilty to felony arson in Flathead District Court on Sept. 7, accused of setting a neighbor’s house on fire.

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Man accused of smashing hotel computers pleads not guilty

A Columbia Falls man pleaded not guilty to felony criminal mischief in Flathead District Court on Aug. 31. He is accused of destroying hotel property and being combative with law enforcement before he was subdued by a stun gun.

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Once considered homeless, C-Falls graduate begins college journey

Estevon Torres has completed the first weeks of his freshman year at Montana State University, a milestone representing an upward journey from where he once was.

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Kalispell woman denies felony arson charge

Wendy Jane Concha, 34, pleaded not guilty to felony arson in Flathead District Court on Sept. 7, accused of setting a neighbor’s house on fire.

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Man accused of smashing hotel computers pleads not guilty

A Columbia Falls man pleaded not guilty to felony criminal mischief in Flathead District Court on Aug. 31. He is accused of destroying hotel property and being combative with law enforcement before he was subdued by a stun gun.

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Kalispell man denies felony strangulation charge

A Kalispell man has pleaded not guilty after being accused of strangling someone.

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Schools move activities inside as air quality worsens

Schools across the Flathead Valley are hunkering down inside as recess, P.E. and sports practices are moved indoors as air quality worsens.

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Kalispell man denies felony strangulation charge

A Kalispell man has pleaded not guilty after being accused of strangling someone.

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Schools move activities inside as air quality worsens

Schools across the Flathead Valley are hunkering down inside as recess, P.E. and sports practices are moved indoors as air quality worsens.

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More districts resume classes this week

The remainder of Flathead Valley schools open their doors for the first day of school this month.

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More districts resume classes this week

The remainder of Flathead Valley schools open their doors for the first day of school this month.

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Commissioner Mitchell pleads not guilty to felony

A Flathead County commissioner pleaded not guilty to felony criminal mischief in Flathead District Court on Thursday.

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Commissioner pleads not guilty to felony

A Flathead County commissioner pleaded not guilty to felony criminal mischief in Flathead District Court on Thursday.

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Commissioner Mitchell pleads not guilty to felony

A Flathead County commissioner pleaded not guilty to felony criminal mischief in Flathead District Court on Thursday.

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Kalispell man headed to prison for intimidation

A Kalispell man was sentenced to prison for felony intimidation after he repeatedly threatened a woman in front of police.

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Michael Tolomeo-Atwood was recently sentenced in Flathead District Court for reportedly head-butting a detention officer in November.

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Michael Tolomeo-Atwood was recently sentenced in Flathead District Court for reportedly head-butting a detention officer in November.

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Michael Tolomeo-Atwood was recently sentenced in Flathead District Court for reportedly head-butting a detention officer in November.

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Kalispell man headed to prison for intimidation

A Kalispell man was sentenced to prison for felony intimidation after he repeatedly threatened a woman in front of police.

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Michael Tolomeo-Atwood was recently sentenced in Flathead District Court for reportedly head-butting a detention officer in November.

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Man withdraws plea in sex assault case

George Wilcoxen of Bigfork will face a jury on a felony sexual assault charge after withdrawing an Alford plea following the judge’s rejection of a binding plea agreement before a packed courtroom on Aug. 30.

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Man withdraws plea in sex assault case

George Wilcoxen of Bigfork will face a jury on a felony sexual assault charge after withdrawing an Alford plea following the judge’s rejection of a binding plea agreement before a packed courtroom on Aug. 30.

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Kalispell Public Schools ready for new year

School bells will ring in the new year this week in Kalispell Public Schools.

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Kalispell Public Schools ready for new year

School bells will ring in the new year this week in Kalispell Public Schools.

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Man pleads not guilty to felony robbery charges

The passenger of a vehicle involved in an alleged armed robbery where he brandished a gun pleaded not guilty to two felony charges in Flathead District Court on Aug. 17.

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Man pleads not guilty to felony robbery charges

The passenger of a vehicle involved in an alleged armed robbery where he brandished a gun pleaded not guilty to two felony charges in Flathead District Court on Aug. 17.

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Man charged with vehicular homicide

A Whitefish man is in jail, charged with felony vehicular homicide while under the influence of drugs, more than a year after his passenger, a 17-year-old Bigfork girl, died from injuries sustained in a crash.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man sentenced to 100 years in child sex abuse case

Phillip Kevin James Bruinsma, 42, was sentenced to two concurrent 100-year terms in Montana State Prison — accused of sexually abusing and raping children.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

New school year set to begin

A new school year is here with many school districts in the Flathead Valley starting Wednesday, Aug. 30. Columbia Falls and West Valley students start Thursday, Aug. 31.

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New school year set to begin

A new school year is here with many school districts in the Flathead Valley starting Wednesday, Aug. 30. Columbia Falls and West Valley students start Thursday, Aug. 31.

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Man denies assault with weapon charge

A 48-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to felony assault with a weapon in Flathead District Court.

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Program gears up to assist students in need

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Man denies assault with weapon charge

A 48-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to felony assault with a weapon in Flathead District Court.

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Program gears up to assist students in need

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Whitefish High graduate travels abroad to learn Arabic

Makkie Haller has set her sights on working for the U.S. Department of State. In doing so, the 2017 Whitefish High School graduate has focused her efforts over the past couple of years on learning Arabic.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Child sex offender gets 100 years

Phillip Kevin James Bruinsma, 42, was sentenced to two concurrent 100-year terms in Montana State Prison — accused of sexually abusing and raping children.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish High graduate travels abroad to learn Arabic

Makkie Haller has set her sights on working for the U.S. Department of State. In doing so, the 2017 Whitefish High School graduate has focused her efforts over the past couple of years on learning Arabic.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Child sex offender gets 100 years

Phillip Kevin James Bruinsma, 42, was sentenced to two concurrent 100-year terms in Montana State Prison — accused of sexually abusing and raping children.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman gets 10 years in child pornography case

A Kalispell woman was sentenced to 10 years in Montana Women’s Prison for her reported involvement editing pornographic photos of children following emotional and tearful testimony from a victim and a mother of some of the victims.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman gets 10 years in child pornography case

A Kalispell woman was sentenced to 10 years in Montana Women’s Prison for her reported involvement editing pornographic photos of children following emotional and tearful testimony from a victim and a mother of some of the victims.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of burglary spree denies charges

Samuel Robert Hundley, 29, pleaded not guilty to seven felony charges in Flathead District Court after being accused of leading police in a car chase following a rash of Kalispell burglaries in 2016.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of burglary spree denies charges

Samuel Robert Hundley, 29, pleaded not guilty to seven felony charges in Flathead District Court after being accused of leading police in a car chase following a rash of Kalispell burglaries in 2016.

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Kalispell man sent to prison for breaking child's arm

A Kalispell man has been sentenced to four years in prison for breaking a 3-year-old’s arm who was in his care.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sent to prison for breaking child's arm

A Kalispell man has been sentenced to four years in prison for breaking a 3-year-old’s arm who was in his care.

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Man denies three felony drug charges

A 22-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to three felonies for allegedly possessing heroin and methamphetamine.

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Man denies three felony drug charges

A 22-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to three felonies for allegedly possessing heroin and methamphetamine.

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Woman pleads not guilty in child endangerment case

Linda Carrie Williams, 41, pleaded not guilty to felony criminal child endangerment in Flathead District Court on Aug. 10.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Woman pleads not guilty in child endangerment case

Linda Carrie Williams, 41, pleaded not guilty to felony criminal child endangerment in Flathead District Court on Aug. 10.

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Monday morning fire closes Finnegan's until further notice

A kitchen fire broke out early Monday morning at Finnegan’s Family Restaurant on East Idaho in Kalispell.

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Monday morning fire closes Finnegan's until further notice

A kitchen fire broke out early Monday morning at Finnegan’s Family Restaurant on East Idaho in Kalispell.

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Teacher shares passion for agriculture

Justin Heupel has stuck with plan A for more than two decades as he’s moved from eastern to western Montana teaching agriculture.

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Whitefish man charged with DUI following car chase

A Whitefish man has been charged following an alleged attempt to elude officers by speeding away in his vehicle, but ultimately leading them to his place of residence.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man charged with DUI following car chase

A Whitefish man has been charged following an alleged attempt to elude officers by speeding away in his vehicle, but ultimately leading them to his place of residence.

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Whitefish man accused of making meth

A 30-year-old Whitefish man will be arraigned Aug. 24 at Flathead District Court for two felony counts of operation of an unlawful clandestine laboratory and criminal possession of dangerous drugs.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man accused of making meth

A 30-year-old Whitefish man will be arraigned Aug. 24 at Flathead District Court for two felony counts of operation of an unlawful clandestine laboratory and criminal possession of dangerous drugs.

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Kalispell woman charged with felony arson

A Kalispell woman is in jail after allegedly setting a neighbor’s house on fire out of anger.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman charged with felony arson

A Kalispell woman is in jail after allegedly setting a neighbor’s house on fire out of anger.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Man denies charges in robbery, high-speed chase

Following an alleged armed robbery and car chase in July, David Warrant, 57, has pleaded not guilty to three felony counts of accountability to robbery, felony criminal endangerment and criminal possession drugs in Flathead District Court on Aug. 10.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

New Kalispell elementary school in need of a name

As the first foundation walls have been erected on the south elementary school gym, Kalispell Public Schools has begun a nomination process to name the new school located on Airport Road.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Man denies charges in robbery, high-speed chase

Following an alleged armed robbery and car chase in July, David Warrant, 57, has pleaded not guilty to three felony counts of accountability to robbery, felony criminal endangerment and criminal possession drugs in Flathead District Court on Aug. 10.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

New Kalispell elementary school in need of a name

As the first foundation walls have been erected on the south elementary school gym, Kalispell Public Schools has begun a nomination process to name the new school located on Airport Road.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man, 21, charged with vehicular homicide

A Whitefish man is in jail, charged with felony vehicular homicide while under the influence of drugs, more than a year after his passenger, a 17-year-old Bigfork girl, died from injuries sustained in a crash.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sentenced in intimidation case

A 65-year-old man’s continued refusal to register as a sex offender — maintaining his innocence — in addition to threating to go a killing spree to gain the public’s attention on the county’s criminal justice system has landed him 40 years in prison.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Public Schools' budgets released for 2017-18 year

There will be some belt-tightening in Kalispell Public Schools’ budget for the 2017-18 school year as plans are made to tap into reserves to cover expenses and plan a future that will likely include requesting a levy next spring to cover expenditures when the new south elementary opens.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man, 21, charged with vehicular homicide

A Whitefish man is in jail, charged with felony vehicular homicide while under the influence of drugs, more than a year after his passenger, a 17-year-old Bigfork girl, died from injuries sustained in a crash.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sentenced in intimidation case

A 65-year-old man’s continued refusal to register as a sex offender — maintaining his innocence — in addition to threating to go a killing spree to gain the public’s attention on the county’s criminal justice system has landed him 40 years in prison.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Donations support ranchers affected by fires

Between 12 and 15 Kalispell FFA and vocational agriculture students started one of the few remaining Friday mornings of the summer hauling 15 tons of hay onto a flatbed truck as part of a larger effort to provide relief to ranchers who lost grazing land by the Lodgepole Complex wildfire …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Donations support ranchers affected by fires

Between 12 and 15 Kalispell FFA and vocational agriculture students started one of the few remaining Friday mornings of the summer hauling 15 tons of hay onto a flatbed truck as part of a larger effort to provide relief to ranchers who lost grazing land by the Lodgepole Complex wildfire …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman sentenced in elder abuse case

A Kalispell woman was sentenced for felony elder abuse after being convicted of neglecting her elderly mother, whose body was found in a bed soaked in urine and fecal matter, in a house they shared.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman sentenced in elder abuse case

A Kalispell woman was sentenced for felony elder abuse after being convicted of neglecting her elderly mother, whose body was found in a bed soaked in urine and fecal matter, in a house they shared.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

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A Whitefish man received consecutive suspended sentences in Flathead District Court Thursday for felony criminal endangerment and felony criminal mischief after being accused of setting an ex-girlfriend’s Whitefish home on fire in 2013.

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A Whitefish man received consecutive suspended sentences in Flathead District Court Thursday for felony criminal endangerment and felony criminal mischief after being accused of setting an ex-girlfriend’s Whitefish home on fire in 2013.

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A Whitefish man received consecutive suspended sentences in Flathead District Court Thursday for felony criminal endangerment and felony criminal mischief after being accused of setting an ex-girlfriend’s Whitefish home on fire in 2013.

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A Whitefish man received consecutive suspended sentences in Flathead District Court Thursday for felony criminal endangerment and felony criminal mischief after being accused of setting an ex-girlfriend’s Whitefish home on fire in 2013.

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Former Olney fire chief sentenced for embezzlement

A former Olney Fire Department chief has received suspended sentences more than a year after allegations of embezzlement were brought forward by residents and fire district trustees.

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Former Olney fire chief sentenced for embezzlement

A former Olney Fire Department chief has received suspended sentences more than a year after allegations of embezzlement were brought forward by residents and fire district trustees.

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Commissioner apologizes for killing trees

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell has issued letters of apology following a recent charge of felony criminal mischief for allegedly killing six cottonwood trees on a county-owned public park on Whitefish Lake.

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Mitchell apologizes for destroying trees

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell has issued letters of apology following a recent charge of felony criminal mischief for allegedly killing six cottonwood trees on a county-owned public park on Whitefish Lake.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Commissioner apologizes for killing trees

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell has issued letters of apology following a recent charge of felony criminal mischief for allegedly killing six cottonwood trees on a county-owned public park on Whitefish Lake.

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A Flathead County commissioner has been charged with felony criminal mischief.

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Commissioner faces felony charge

A Flathead County commissioner has been charged with felony criminal mischief.

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Commissioner faces felony charge

A Flathead County commissioner has been charged with felony criminal mischief.

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Kalispell man back in jail for more drug charges

A Kalispell man who received a probationary sentence for growing marijuana with his cousin in Flathead National Forest is back in jail.

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Kalispell man back in jail for more drug charges

A Kalispell man who received a probationary sentence for growing marijuana with his cousin in Flathead National Forest is back in jail.

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Renovations delayed at Legends Stadium

A delay in the renovation of Legends Stadium means the local football season openers will be relocated.

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C. Falls man pleads not guilty to bail jumping

A Columbia Falls man on Thursday pleaded not guilty to felony bail jumping.

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Mother and son charged in theft, assault incident

A mother and son are in jail after their alleged involvement in an incident of theft and assault at a grocery store.

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Man pleads not guilty in strangulation assault case

David Dautel of Kalispell pleaded not guilty to felony partner or family member assault/strangulation on Aug. 2 in Flathead District Court.

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Renovations delayed at Legends Stadium

A delay in the renovation of Legends Stadium means the local football season openers will be relocated.

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C. Falls man pleads not guilty to bail jumping

A Columbia Falls man on Thursday pleaded not guilty to felony bail jumping.

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Man pleads not guilty in strangulation assault case

David Dautel of Kalispell pleaded not guilty to felony partner or family member assault/strangulation on Aug. 2 in Flathead District Court.

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Whitefish man charged with DUI after crash

A Whitefish man with a prior history of driving under the influence of alcohol has been arrested following involvement in a two-vehicle crash.

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Whitefish man charged with DUI after crash

A Whitefish man with a prior history of driving under the influence of alcohol has been arrested following involvement in a two-vehicle crash.

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Drive-thru crash results in felony charge

A Kalispell man has been charged with felony criminal child endangerment after allegedly rear-ending a vehicle in a drive-thru, having reportedly taken sleeping medication and morphine earlier in the day.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Drive-thru crash results in felony charge

A Kalispell man has been charged with felony criminal child endangerment after allegedly rear-ending a vehicle in a drive-thru, having reportedly taken sleeping medication and morphine earlier in the day.

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Kalispell man changes plea in sexual assault case

A Kalispell man pleaded guilty by way of Alford to one count of felony sexual intercourse without consent July 27 in Flathead District Court.

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Kalispell man changes plea in sexual assault case

A Kalispell man pleaded guilty by way of Alford to one count of felony sexual intercourse without consent July 27 in Flathead District Court.

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Quick response saves tourist having heart attack while hiking in Glacier

On July 28, Barbara Sue Brodie sat in a sunlit hospital room of the intensive care unit Kalispell Regional Medical Center in the company of her husband and two daughters. She had survived a major heart attack and cardiogenic shock — a rare, but usually fatal condition if not treated …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Quick response saves tourist having heart attack while hiking in Glacier

On July 28, Barbara Sue Brodie sat in a sunlit hospital room of the intensive care unit Kalispell Regional Medical Center in the company of her husband and two daughters. She had survived a major heart attack and cardiogenic shock — a rare, but usually fatal condition if not treated …

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Flathead debater finishes 7th at nationals

Flathead High School brought home top recognition from the 2017 National Speech and Debate Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama, in June.

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Flathead debater finishes 7th at nationals

Flathead High School brought home top recognition from the 2017 National Speech and Debate Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama, in June.

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Local schools prepare for cuts

Montana school districts will have to account for an estimated $6.6 million in budget cuts to for the upcoming school year as a result of overestimated state revenue projections.

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Local schools prepare for cuts

Montana school districts will have to account for an estimated $6.6 million in budget cuts to for the upcoming school year as a result of overestimated state revenue projections.

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Education pro takes on new role

Eliza Sorte-Thomas cherishes the relationships and friendships she has made as her career in education continues unfolding in new ways, from Bigfork to Bangladesh.

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Education pro takes on new role

Eliza Sorte-Thomas cherishes the relationships and friendships she has made as her career in education continues unfolding in new ways, from Bigfork to Bangladesh.

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Col. Falls woman pleads not guilty to assault on officer

A Columbia Falls woman who reportedly raised a gun at a deputy in June pleaded not guilty to a charge of felony assault on a peace officer at Flathead District Court Thursday, July 20.

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Col. Falls woman pleads not guilty to assault on officer

A Columbia Falls woman who reportedly raised a gun at a deputy in June pleaded not guilty to a charge of felony assault on a peace officer at Flathead District Court Thursday, July 20.

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2 sentenced in Echo Lake murder case

After tears were shed, words of forgiveness spoken, immeasurable loss expressed and the role drugs played emphasized in testimony from family and friends — the final two of four co-defendants involved in the May 2016 fatal stabbing of Wade Rautio were sentenced to prison Thursday in Flathead District Court.

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2 sentenced in Echo Lake murder case

After tears were shed, words of forgiveness spoken, immeasurable loss expressed and the role drugs played emphasized in testimony from family and friends — the final two of four co-defendants involved in the May 2016 fatal stabbing of Wade Rautio were sentenced to prison Thursday in Flathead District Court.

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Old pipes cause water damage at Somers school

About 28 feet of cast-iron pipe will be replaced at Somers Middle School after discovering water damage in a crawl space beneath the kitchen, cafeteria and maintenance room.

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Old pipes cause water damage at Somers school

About 28 feet of cast-iron pipe will be replaced at Somers Middle School after discovering water damage in a crawl space beneath the kitchen, cafeteria and maintenance room.

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Kalispell mom sets marathon world record with triple stroller

A Kalispell mother’s record-setting — and first — marathon run while pushing three children in a stroller is set to officially join the roster of Guinness World Records.

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Kalispell mom sets marathon world record with triple stroller

A Kalispell mother’s record-setting — and first — marathon run while pushing three children in a stroller is set to officially join the roster of Guinness World Records.

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Paine named interim principal

Michele Paine was named interim principal for Flathead High School for the 2017-18 school year following a Kalispell Public Schools Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday.

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Paine named interim principal

Michele Paine was named interim principal for Flathead High School for the 2017-18 school year following a Kalispell Public Schools Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday.

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Blaze destroys home; dogs rescued

A Pioneer Road mobile home with some additions was considered a total loss after a fire broke out Tuesday afternoon, causing severe smoke and heat damage.

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Blaze destroys home; dogs rescued

A Pioneer Road mobile home with some additions was considered a total loss after a fire broke out Tuesday afternoon, causing severe smoke and heat damage.

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Parents concerned about Hedges' preschool expansion

A group of about 10 concerned Hedges Elementary School parents and grandparents met with Kalispell Public Schools to voice concerns about the timing of plans to expand a federal grant-funded preschool program from one classroom to three this fall in a crowded school, when a new elementary school is being …

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Longtime educator writes children's guide to park

If Ellen Horowitz had to sum up her job titles they would include naturalist, writer and educator.

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Longtime educator writes children's guide to park

If Ellen Horowitz had to sum up her job titles they would include naturalist, writer and educator.

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Glacier Conservancy taps new director

After four years serving as the deputy director of the Montana Department of Commerce, Doug Mitchell is returning to the nonprofit sector as the new executive director of Glacier National Park Conservancy.

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Glacier Conservancy taps new director

After four years serving as the deputy director of the Montana Department of Commerce, Doug Mitchell is returning to the nonprofit sector as the new executive director of Glacier National Park Conservancy.

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Fair-Mont-Egan principal opts out of contract

Fair-Mont-Egan School is looking for a new principal.

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Fair-Mont-Egan principal opts out of contract

Fair-Mont-Egan School is looking for a new principal.

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Eighth-grader awarded for top SAT score

At 14 years old, Gabriel Adams has taken the SAT twice, earning a top score through the Montana Association for Gifted and Talented Education’s

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Eighth-grader awarded for top SAT score

At 14 years old, Gabriel Adams has taken the SAT twice, earning a top score through the Montana Association for Gifted and Talented Education’s

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Board looks at options for filling Flathead High principal position

Kalispell Public Schools Board of Trustees has decided to review a few options in the second go around of selecting a new Flathead High School principal after its first selection, John Blackman, decided to step down amid plagiarism allegations.

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Board looks at options for filling Flathead High principal position

Kalispell Public Schools Board of Trustees has decided to review a few options in the second go around of selecting a new Flathead High School principal after its first selection, John Blackman, decided to step down amid plagiarism allegations.

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Actor Jeff Bridges makes pitch to combat childhood hunger

The Western Governors’ Association received some star power Wednesday when Academy-award winning actor Jeff Bridges joined the legislators in a panel discussion on efforts to fight childhood hunger at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

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Actor Jeff Bridges makes pitch to combat childhood hunger

The Western Governors’ Association received some star power Wednesday when Academy-award winning actor Jeff Bridges joined the legislators in a panel discussion on efforts to fight childhood hunger at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

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New Flathead principal rescinds acceptance after plagiarism allegations

John Blackman, who was slated to officially become the new Flathead High School principal on July 1, has rescinded his acceptance of the position following plagiarism allegations.

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Graduation dress codes, laws collide

The debate over whether high school students should be allowed to decorate graduation caps has gained a lot of attention following a new law and the recent denial of a Flathead High School graduate of Blackfeet descent to wear a painted cap depicting a Native American headdress and striped motif …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Free meal programs offered to children

Although school is out for summer, children 18 and under will continue to have access to nutritious meals.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Graduation dress codes, laws collide

The debate over whether high school students should be allowed to decorate graduation caps has gained a lot of attention following a new law and the recent denial of a Flathead High School graduate of Blackfeet descent to wear a painted cap depicting a Native American headdress and striped motif …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Free meal programs offered to children

Although school is out for summer, children 18 and under will continue to have access to nutritious meals.

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Stillwater Christian School is in its second phase of expansion, driven by an uptick in enrollment at the private school located south of Kalispell.

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Stillwater Christian School is in its second phase of expansion, driven by an uptick in enrollment at the private school located south of Kalispell.

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Stillwater Christian School is in its second phase of expansion, driven by an uptick in enrollment at the private school located south of Kalispell.

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The journey has only begun

In the moments before Flathead High School’s 2017 commencement ceremony on Friday, Arielle Peters helped straighten the cap of fellow graduate Cylus Stremel, pulling the sides down evenly then patting the sides of his head with a smile.

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The journey has only begun

In the moments before Flathead High School’s 2017 commencement ceremony on Friday, Arielle Peters helped straighten the cap of fellow graduate Cylus Stremel, pulling the sides down evenly then patting the sides of his head with a smile.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Public weighs in on short-term rentals

People who may be impacted by a zoning proposal to regulate short-term rental housing throughout most of Flathead County weighed in during a public hearing before county commissioners Thursday.

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Officials announce Flathead principal pick

John Blackman may be the new principal of Flathead High School replacing Peter Fusaro.

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Public weighs in on short-term rentals

People who may be impacted by a zoning proposal to regulate short-term rental housing throughout most of Flathead County weighed in during a public hearing before county commissioners Thursday.

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Officials announce Flathead principal pick

John Blackman may be the new principal of Flathead High School replacing Peter Fusaro.

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Union, school district reach contract agreement

A two-year contract was recently reached between the Kalispell Education Association and Kalispell Public Schools.

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Coding team named semifinalists in international challenge

Isabelle Ashley, Makayla Davenport and Taylor Pooton’s spelling app “Word Keys” has entered the world stage.

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Flathead High principal finalists interviewed

Four finalists will be interviewed for the Flathead High School principal position today followed by an invitation for the public to meet the candidates in the evening.

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Flathead High principal finalists interviewed

Four finalists will be interviewed for the Flathead High School principal position today followed by an invitation for the public to meet the candidates in the evening.

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$15.8M bond issue may go before voters this fall

A $15.8 million bond issue may be put before Somers-Lakeside residents in the fall to renovate an aging Somers Middle School.

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$15.8M bond issue may go before voters this fall

A $15.8 million bond issue may be put before Somers-Lakeside residents in the fall to renovate an aging Somers Middle School.

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WHS students take top honors at state band festival

Student musicians from the region recently participated in the Western State Solo and Ensemble Festival in Missoula.

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Committee focuses in on school expansion plans

Plans are coming along for the design development phase of the renovation and expansion of Flathead High School.

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No pay increases at West Valley School District

West Valley School District staff will not receive pay increases for the 2017-18 school year.

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Elrod teacher named new principal at Peterson Elementary

Kalispell educator Tracy Ketchum has had the uncommon experience of moving between roles as teacher and administrator over her career.

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Glacier High wins Most Memorable Graduation award

Glacier High School has another tassel to add to its graduation cap following the announcement Monday it received the Most Memorable Graduation award and $10,000 from Varsity Brands.

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Glacier High wins Most Memorable Graduation award

Glacier High School has another tassel to add to its graduation cap following the announcement Monday it received the Most Memorable Graduation award and $10,000 from Varsity Brands.

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Students excel at state music festival

Student musicians from the region recently participated in the Western State Solo and Ensemble Festival in Missoula.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Service providers picked for Kalispell school projects

The Kalispell Public School system has selected architectural and engineering firms for services on the remaining construction projects at the district's elementary schools, Linderman Education Center and H.E. Robinson Vocational Agricultural Center.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Service providers picked for Kalispell school projects

The Kalispell Public School system has selected architectural and engineering firms for services on the remaining construction projects at the district’s elementary schools, Linderman Education Center and H.E. Robinson Vocational Agricultural Center.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Archery class teaches Kila students patience, discipline

Beginner archers lined up in a grassy field outside Kila School on May 3. Teacher Jenna Morgan blew a whistle, the command for students to place their bows on top of a foot. Blowing the whistle again, students formed a comfortable stance and lifted their bows toward targets placed 10 …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Archery class teaches Kila students patience, discipline

Beginner archers lined up in a grassy field outside Kila School on May 3. Teacher Jenna Morgan blew a whistle, the command for students to place their bows on top of a foot. Blowing the whistle again, students formed a comfortable stance and lifted their bows toward targets placed 10 …

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