Saturday, November 16, 2024

Driver who hit Olney girl charged

The driver of a vehicle who ran over a little girl getting off a school last year has been charged with criminal endangerment.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Olney restaurant destroyed by fire

A Northwest Montana landmark was destroyed in a fire Tuesday.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sentencing set for man charged with felony assault with weapon

A Kalispell man accused of shooting at a trio of people last fall is scheduled to be sentenced next week in Flathead District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Parolee allegedly threatens workers with gun

This time, it wasn’t a joke.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell child killer has April parole hearing

A child killer is up for parole next month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Man faces several charges following car chase

A Kalispell man is facing several charges after authorities said he led police on a high-speed chase in the Columbia Falls area before they used spike strips to halt his rampage last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Judge won't toss police chief lawsuit against Goguen

A lawsuit filed by Whitefish Police Chief Bill Dial against Whitefish businessman and philanthropist Michael Goguen will go forward.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Two men arrested in standoff, but alleged shooter still at large

Two Flathead Valley men are in custody after a standoff with law enforcement officers that ended early Tuesday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man charged with endangering child has criminal past

A Kalispell man charged with endangering the life of his infant son has a long and troubled criminal past in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Judge won't toss police chief lawsuit against Goguen

A lawsuit filed by Whitefish Police Chief Bill Dial against Whitefish businessman and philanthropist Michael Goguen will go forward.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Polson man accused of assaulting elderly woman

A Polson man is facing charges he severely beat and choked an elderly wheelchair-bound woman at a group home last month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man charged with felony assault

A Kalispell man involved in a recent standoff with Flathead County law officers is facing a felony charge after he allegedly tried to run over a woman with a pickup truck.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

C-Falls man jailed after alleged domestic altercation

A recent domestic incident has landed a Columbia Falls man in jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Backcountry Horsemen share packing, safety tips

Those that treasure and savor time in Montana’s backcountry can thank Back Country Horsemen of the Flathead for its efforts over the last six decades.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Judge nixes bail reduction for alleged drive-by shooter

A Columbia Falls man accused in a December drive-by shooting of several Kalispell residences appeared in Flathead District Court Tuesday seeking a reduction in his bond, but Judge Dan Wilson denied it.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Retired biologist now writing a book about wolves

It’s not unusual for a wildlife biologist to be intimately familiar with the species they study and Diane Boyd certainly is familiar with wolves.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork blaze destroys Eagle Bend clubhouse

A fire destroyed the clubhouse at Eagle Bend Golf Club early Sunday morning in Bigfork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork blaze destroys Eagle Bend clubhouse

A fire destroyed the clubhouse at Eagle Bend Golf Club early Sunday morning in Bigfork.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Lamb sentenced to 10 years for stabbing death

A Flathead Valley man who pleaded guilty to stabbing his boyfriend to death more than a year ago will spend the next several years in the Montana State Prison after he was sentenced Wednesday.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Hecla is hopeful about mines despite legal fight

Despite several lingering legal challenges, officials with an Idaho mining company remain confident they will be able to open two mines in Northwest Montana at some point in the future.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Mission-Charlo grapplers crown three champions at divisional tournament

The Mission-Charlo Bulldogs won the Western Class B-C Divisional tournament last Saturday in St. Ignatius and will send 10 wrestlers to the state tournament this week at MetraPark in Billings.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Lamb gets 10 years for stabbing death

A Flathead Valley man who pleaded guilty to stabbing his boyfriend to death more than a year ago will spend the next several years in the Montana State Prison after he was sentenced Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Officials remain optimistic about mines amid legal battles

Despite several lingering legal challenges, officials with an Idaho mining company remain confident they will be able to open two mines in Northwest Montana at some point in the future.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Authorities investigating death of Martin City man

The body of a Martin City man was found near the railroad tracks in Kalispell Wednesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Standoff suspect broke out of juvenile detention center in 2012

A Hungry Horse man who was arrested after a lengthy standoff with Flathead County law officers Tuesday evening has a criminal past that dates back to when he broke out of the county jail in 2012 when he was faced several felony charges at the age of 12.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man sentenced to 20 years in state hospital for killing father

A Whitefish man who stabbed his father to death during a dispute more than a year ago was sentenced to 40 years, with 20 suspended, in the Montana State Hospital at Warm Springs.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Polson tour drives home importance of federal funding

What would Wild Horse Island look like without the Land and Water Conservation Fund?
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Hosek sentenced to 20 years in state hospital

A Whitefish man who stabbed his father to death during a dispute more than a year ago was sentenced to 40 years, with 20 suspended, in the Montana State Hospital at Warm Springs.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads guilty to DUI crash that killed girl

A Kalispell man who faced a felony charge of negligent vehicular homicide while under the influence after running his car through an Evergreen home and killing a 15-year-old girl pleaded guilty in Flathead District Court Thursday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Persistent offender gets 25 years in prison

Few Montanans spend considerable time behind bars for driving while under the influence, but Ronald Allan Hummel is an exception.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Goguen asks court to toss police chief's lawsuit

Whitefish businessman and philanthropist Michael Goguen has asked Flathead District Court to dismiss a lawsuit filed against him last month by Whitefish Police Chief Bill Dial, alleging Goguen attempted to derail a 2017 criminal investigation and also tried to get Dial fired from his job.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Goguen asks court to toss police chief's lawsuit

Whitefish businessman and philanthropist Michael Goguen has asked Flathead District Court to dismiss a lawsuit filed against him last month by Whitefish Police Chief Bill Dial, alleging Goguen attempted to derail a 2917 criminal investigation and also tried to get Dial fired from his job.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ex-con pleads not guilty to drug charges

A former Flathead Valley man with a criminal past here was arraigned on felony drug charges Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Two men accused of drive-by shooting plead not guilty

Two Flathead Valley men accused of shooting up several homes during a late December incident in Kalispell pleaded not guilty to several felony offenses Thursday morning inside a packed courtroom at the Flathead County Justice Center.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Victims recount night of Kalispell drive-by shooting

The intersection of Sunnyside Drive and Bismark Street in Kalispell seems an unlikely location for a drive-by shooting to occur, but just after midnight on Saturday, Dec. 21, the O’Connell family became the victims of what could have been an unspeakable tragedy.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Missoula man dies in Lake County crash

A Missoula man died in a traffic crash in Lake County early on New Year’s Day.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Mission Valley trio jailed in burglary

Three Mission Valley residents are behind bars after Northwest Montana law enforcement authorities completed a investigation that lasted multiple months.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

State preps for more CWD surveillance and response

The discovery of chronic wasting disease in several parts of Montana has wildlife officials working to spread the word among the public how it can help minimize the impact.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Suspected traffickers arrested in Kalispell

Two suspected drug traffickers are behind bars after the Northwest Montana Drug Task Force arrested them Thursday at a local hotel.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Second suspect sought in drive-by shooting

Law enforcement officials in Northwest Montana have issued a warrant for the arrest of a second man accused of being involved in a suspected drive-by shooting Monday in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Mission Valley trio jailed in burglary

Three Mission Valley residents are behind bars after Northwest Montana law enforcement authorities completed a investigation that lasted multiple months.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Two Flathead residents arrested for more drug crimes

For the second time in a span of a little more than four months, two Northwest Montana residents have been arrested and charged with dealing methamphetamine and heroin.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Judge denies probation release for Dasen Sr.

Richard Dasen Sr. didn’t get an early Christmas present.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish chief of police sues Goguen

The Whitefish chief of police has sued Whitefish businessman and philanthropist Michael Goguen over claims Goguen tried to get the longtime law officer fired from his job.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Police chief sues Goguen claiming he attempted to get him fired

The Whitefish chief of police has sued Whitefish businessman and philanthropist Michael Goguen over claims Goguen tried to get the longtime law officer fired from his job.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Charland freed on bail after gun incident

A Northwest Montana man is free on bail after a recent shooting incident in Flathead County.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man faces felony in U.S. 2 shooting incident

A Northwest Montana man is free on bail after a recent shooting incident in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Ryan Lamb pleads guilty to negligent homicide

A Flathead Valley man has pleaded guilty to stabbing his boyfriend to death.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Marion man dies in crash with logging truck

A 70-year-old man from Marion died in a traffic crash on U.S. 2 west of Kalispell Wednesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell hunter survives fall after bagging mountain goat

Johnny Willcut’s first Montana mountain goat was nearly his last.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Flathead Valley man pleads guilty to negligent homicide in boyfriend's death

A Flathead Valley man has pleaded guilty to stabbing his boyfriend to death.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish Police arrest California fugitive

A California physician accused of attempted murder and attempted child abduction was arrested early Wednesday morning by the Whitefish Police Department.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

42 cars stolen in last 4 months

It’s a simple act, at most taking seconds for some and for others, the simple push of a button.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Charges expected 'soon' in bus stop accident

The Montana Highway Patrol trooper who investigated the traffic accident last month that severely injured an Olney-Bissell student said there was no reason the driver couldn’t have stopped in time to avoid the tragic incident.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Polson school bond votes fail

Voters in the Polson School District have rejected two bond issues for the elementary and high schools.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Trooper: Charges to be filed 'soon' in bus stop accident

The Montana Highway Patrol trooper who investigated the traffic accident last month that severely injured an Olney-Bissell student said there was no reason the driver couldn’t have stopped in time to avoid the tragic incident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Polson school bond votes fail

Voters in the Polson School District have rejected two bond issues for the elementary and high schools.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Authorities make arrest in Bigfork bomb scare

Law enforcement officials have made an arrest in relation to a bomb threat at Bigfork High School Monday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Fourth-generation shop hangs its hat on quality

Reputation means everything to Tom Currier of Currier’s Certified Welding and after nearly half a century in the Flathead Valley, it’s apparent his reputation is on solid ground.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Rexford amputee still finds the humor in life

Ivy Johansson describes herself as a jokester whose “mouth runs 100 miles per hour.”
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man threatens woman with knife, gets punched out

A man accused of threatening a woman with a knife at an area store got more than he bargained when a customer punched the assailant and knocked him out.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Lamb murder trial back on schedule after appeal denied

The murder case against a Flathead Valley man accused of killing his boyfriend last year will go forward.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man pleads guilty to killing father

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father during a dispute more than a year ago pleaded guilty to the offense Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Injured girl still in medically induced coma

Family members of the 6-year-old girl who was critically injured in a vehicle incident west of Whitefish are thankful for the continued outpouring of support they have received and are hopeful for her recovery.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of violent assault seeks new trial venue

A Lincoln County man sentenced to 25 years in the Montana State Prison after allegedly running over a bicyclist and nearly killing him in 2016 is once again seeking his freedom after the state Supreme Court reversed his conviction.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Lincoln County man accused of violent assault seeks new trial site

A Lincoln County man sentenced to 25 years in the Montana State Prison after allegedly running over a bicyclist and nearly killing him in 2016 is once again seeking his freedom after the state Supreme Court reversed his conviction.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man pleads guilty to killing father

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father during a dispute more than a year ago pleaded guilty to the offense Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Child injured at bus stop 'making small progress'

Support continues to pour in for a 6-year-old girl and her family after the child was hit by a vehicle after exiting a school bus last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Drug bust nets four Kalispell men

Four Kalispell men were arrested Tuesday on drug and other charges following several complaints from residents on the west side of the city.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Family knows importance of landowner relations

Relationships between hunters and landowners can be testy at times but one Flathead Valley family has put in the time and effort to ensure all parties benefit each other.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Horse trainer lawsuit alleges breach of contract

It appears the relationship between two well-known Flathead Valley horsemen has soured after one sued the other in an apparent business disagreement.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Eureka rolls over Baker; Red Lodge edges Bigfork

Nearly midway through the first quarter of their Montana Class B high school football playoff game, the underdog Baker-Plevna Spartans led the host Eureka Lions, 16-14.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Supreme Court halts Lamb case

The case against a Whitefish man accused of murdering his boyfriend in 2018 is in limbo after the Montana Supreme Court recently halted legal proceedings.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Accused killer set to plead guilty by reason of mental disease

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father during a dispute more than a year ago is scheduled to plead guilty to the offense next week in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Accused killer set to plead guilty by reason of mental disease

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father during a dispute more than a year ago is scheduled to plead guilty to the offense next week in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Burglars who stole canine remains sentenced to state prison

Two Flathead County residents who pleaded guilty to their respective roles in a string of 2018 burglaries that included the theft of a puppy and a dog’s cremains were sentenced to the Montana State Prison Thursday, Oct. 24, in Flathead District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Supreme Court halts Lamb legal proceedings

The case against a Whitefish man accused of murdering his boyfriend in 2018 is in limbo after the Montana Supreme Court recently halted legal proceedings.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Man who injured pedestrians while driving drunk gets deferred sentence

A Whitefish man who struck and nearly killed two people while driving drunk last summer received a deferred sentence Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Supreme Court halts Lamb legal proceedings

The case against a Whitefish man accused of murdering his boyfriend in 2018 is in limbo after the Montana Supreme Court recently halted legal proceedings.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Sixth DUI conviction lands woman in jail

A sixth DUI conviction that left a man severely injured earlier this year has landed a Hungry Horse woman behind bars after a recent court hearing in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Sixth DUI conviction lands woman in jail

A sixth DUI conviction that left a man severely injured earlier this year has landed a Hungry Horse woman behind bars after a recent court hearing in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Whitefish man who injured pedestrians gets deferred sentence

A Whitefish man who struck and nearly killed two people while driving drunk last summer received a deferred sentence Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Whitefish man who injured pedestrians gets deferred sentence

A Whitefish man who struck and nearly killed two people while driving drunk last summer received a deferred sentence Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Burglars get state prison time for numerous crimes

Two Flathead County residents who pleaded guilty to their respective roles in a string of 2018 burglaries that included the theft of a puppy and a dog’s cremains were sentenced to the Montana State Prison Thursday in Flathead District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Burglars get state prison time for numerous crimes

Two Flathead County residents who pleaded guilty to their respective roles in a string of 2018 burglaries that included the theft of a puppy and a dog’s cremains were sentenced to the Montana State Prison Thursday in Flathead District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Minnesota man accused of DUI deaths turns himself into authorities

A Minnesota man charged in the deaths of two Kalispell women who died in a July 4 traffic crash on Montana 35 has turned himself in to Flathead County authorities.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Minnesota man accused of DUI deaths turns himself into authorities

A Minnesota man charged in the deaths of two Kalispell women who died in a July 4 traffic crash on Montana 35 has turned himself in to Flathead County authorities.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Decades later, Crooks bull still No. 1

The day Terry Crooks arrowed an elk that still ranks first in the Montana record books, his plan was to put his hunting buddy in front of a bull.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Decades later, Crooks bull still No. 1

The day Terry Crooks arrowed an elk that still ranks first in the Montana record books, his plan was to put his hunting buddy in front of a bull.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Kalispell man ID'd in fatal shooting

A 53-year-old Kalispell man is dead after he was fatally shot by a man he knew at an Eighth Avenue West residence Saturday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Kalispell man ID'd in fatal shooting

A 53-year-old Kalispell man is dead after he was fatally shot by a man he knew at an Eighth Avenue West residence Saturday evening.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

C-Falls man sentenced to 20 years for homicide

A Flathead Valley man who pleaded guilty to shooting a Coram resident to death on Valentine’s Day this year received a 20-year sentence Wednesday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

C-Falls man sentenced to 20 years for homicide

A Flathead Valley man who pleaded guilty to shooting a Coram resident to death on Valentine’s Day this year received a 20-year sentence Wednesday in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

'A warrior's spirit and a servant's heart' Kalispell police officer honored with top state award

The desire for a more fulfilling career led Cory Clarke to the law enforcement field more than a decade ago and now he is the 2019 Montana Association of Chiefs of Police Montana Officer of the Year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

'A warrior's spirit and a servant's heart' Kalispell police officer honored with top state award

The desire for a more fulfilling career led Cory Clarke to the law enforcement field more than a decade ago and now he is the 2019 Montana Association of Chiefs of Police Montana Officer of the Year.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Minnesota man charged in fatal July 4 crash

A Minnesota man has been charged in the deaths of two Kalispell women who died in a July 4 traffic crash on Montana 35.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Minnesota man charged in fatal July 4 crash

A Minnesota man has been charged in the deaths of two Kalispell women who died in a July 4 traffic crash on Montana 35.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Flathead child killer denied parole again

A sadistic killer will remain behind bars after the Montana State Board of Pardons and Parole denied his latest attempt at parole.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Northwest Montana angler lands several trophy fish

A Montana firefighter who loves to fish in his free time has caught some true wall-hangers this summer.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Whitefish Rifle Club hosting shooters for 50 years

Flathead Valley shooters and gun enthusiasts have been going to the Whitefish Rifle & Pistol Club for half a century to enjoy the shooting sports.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Victim of shooting fatality identified in Lake County

One man is dead and another is behind bars after a shooting in Ronan Tuesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Victim of shooting fatality identified in Lake County

One man is dead and another is behind bars after a shooting in Ronan Tuesday afternoon.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Flathead child killer denied parole again

A sadistic killer will remain behind bars after the Montana State Board of Pardons and Parole denied his latest attempt at parole.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Northwest Montana angler lands several trophy fish

A Montana firefighter who loves to fish in his free time has caught some true wall-hangers this summer.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Whitefish Rifle Club hosting shooters for 50 years

Flathead Valley shooters and gun enthusiasts have been going to the Whitefish Rifle & Pistol Club for half a century to enjoy the shooting sports.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Victim of shooting fatality identified in Lake County

One man is dead and another is behind bars after a shooting in Ronan Tuesday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Troy volleyball claims homecoming win

THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

No injuries in Old Reserve accident

A two-vehicle accident occurred during rush-hour traffic Tuesday morning on Old Reserve Drive in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

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THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

No injuries in Old Reserve accident

A two-vehicle accident occurred during rush-hour traffic Tuesday morning on Old Reserve Drive in Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Smith Valley Fire levy rejected

For the second time in a year, Smith Valley voters have rejected a mill-levy request that would have raised $450,000 annually for the Smith Valley Fire Department.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Smith Valley Fire levy rejected

For the second time in a year, Smith Valley voters have rejected a mill-levy request that would have raised $450,000 annually for the Smith Valley Fire Department.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Troy sports

THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Libby sports

THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Fun at Nordicfest

THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Prolific burglars facing state prison time

A couple from Northwest Montana has pleaded guilty to their respective roles in a string of burglaries that occurred more than a year ago across the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Prolific burglars facing state prison time

A couple from Northwest Montana has pleaded guilty to their respective roles in a string of burglaries that occurred more than a year ago across the Flathead Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Libby gears up for carving competition

It’s time to carve!
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Libby gears up for carving competition

It’s time to carve!
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman pleads to role in hit and run fatal

A Kalispell woman accused of running over an 89-year-old man in the street last fall has pleaded no contest to the offense.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman pleads to role in hit and run fatal

A Kalispell woman accused of running over an 89-year-old man in the street last fall has pleaded no contest to the offense.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Judge denies defense motions in murder case

The homicide case against a Whitefish man accused of murdering his boyfriend during a sexual encounter will go forward after the presiding judge ruled against defense motions to dismiss the case.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man pleads guilty in DUI crash that injured couple

A Whitefish man who struck and nearly killed two people while driving drunk last summer pleaded guilty by way of an Alford plea Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man pleads guilty in DUI crash that injured couple

A Whitefish man who struck and nearly killed two people while driving drunk last summer pleaded guilty by way of an Alford plea Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Judge denies defense motions in murder case

The homicide case against a Whitefish man accused of murdering his boyfriend during a sexual encounter will go forward after the presiding judge ruled against defense motions to dismiss the case.
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Kalispell teen dies in motorcycle crash

A 17-year-old Kalispell man died Monday from injuries he suffered in a traffic accident Saturday morning in Evergreen.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell teen dies in motorcycle crash

A 17-year-old Kalispell man died Monday from injuries he suffered in a traffic accident Saturday morning in Evergreen.
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Lake County mulling $15M levy for jail expansion

The Lake County commissioners are seeking a mill levy increase that would help pay for jail and courtroom expansions, along with better treatment options to handle an ever-increasing number of offenders ravaged by illegal drugs.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Lake County mulling $15M levy for jail expansion

The Lake County commissioners are seeking a mill levy increase that would help pay for jail and courtroom expansions, along with better treatment options to handle an ever-increasing number of offenders ravaged by illegal drugs.
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Flathead fire manager preaches preparation

Summer may be a time for rest, relaxation and vacation for many, but Lincoln Chute has a different approach to the season.
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Flathead fire manager preaches preparation

Summer may be a time for rest, relaxation and vacation for many, but Lincoln Chute has a different approach to the season.
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Local man pleads guilty to homicide

A Flathead Valley man accused of murdering a Coram resident on Valentine’s Day this year pleaded guilty to the offense Aug. 8, in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Local man pleads guilty to homicide

A Flathead Valley man accused of murdering a Coram resident on Valentine’s Day this year pleaded guilty to the offense Aug. 8, in Flathead County District Court.
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Man dies in fall at Lost Prairie Boogie

An experienced skydiver who was skydiving at the Lost Prairie Boogie near Marion died Saturday morning after a parachute malfunction.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man dies in fall at Lost Prairie Boogie

An experienced skydiver who was skydiving at the Lost Prairie Boogie near Marion died Saturday morning after a parachute malfunction.
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Authorities: Man drowns in McGregor Lake

Officials on Tuesday were investigating the death of a man who apparently drowned in McGregor Lake, west of Marion.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Authorities: Man drowns in McGregor Lake

Officials on Tuesday were investigating the death of a man who apparently drowned in McGregor Lake, west of Marion.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Authorities: Man drowns in McGregor Lake

Officials on Tuesday were investigating the death of a man who apparently drowned in McGregor Lake, west of Marion.
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Officials keep eye on Snow Creek Fire

Officials are keeping a close eye on a wildfire that is burning in the South Fork drainage of the Flathead River in the Bob Marshall Wilderness.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Officials keep eye on Snow Creek Fire

Officials are keeping a close eye on a wildfire that is burning in the South Fork drainage of the Flathead River in the Bob Marshall Wilderness.
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Special hunt planned in Libby area

A special hunting season this fall, and a plan to cull deer from the Libby urban area after the season, is Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ latest efforts to curtail the extent of chronic wasting disease affecting deer, elk and moose in Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Special hunt planned in Libby area

A special hunting season this fall, and a plan to cull deer from the Libby urban area after the season, is Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ latest efforts to curtail the extent of chronic wasting disease affecting deer, elk and moose in Northwest Montana.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Child's body identified as missing son of dead couple

The body of a 2-year-old child who was found at a campground in the West Fisher Creek area in Lincoln County last week has been identified as the son of an Oregon couple who died in a murder-suicide last week near Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Child's body identified as missing son of dead couple

The body of a 2-year-old child who was found at a campground in the West Fisher Creek area in Lincoln County last week has been identified as the son of an Oregon couple who died in a murder-suicide last week near Kalispell.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Child's body identified as missing son of dead couple

The body of a 2-year-old child who was found at a campground in the West Fisher Creek area in Lincoln County last week has been identified as the son of an Oregon couple who died in a murder-suicide last week near Kalispell.
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Child's body found in Lincoln County

The search for the 2-year-old child of an Oregon couple who apparently died in a murder-suicide last week near Kalispell has ended tragically.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Child's body found in Lincoln County

The search for the 2-year-old child of an Oregon couple who apparently died in a murder-suicide last week near Kalispell has ended tragically.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Child's body found in Lincoln County

The search for the 2-year-old child of an Oregon couple who apparently died in a murder-suicide last week near Kalispell has ended tragically.
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Police seek child of couple found dead near Kalispell

Northwest law enforcement officials are seeking the public’s help in trying to locate a 2-year-old boy who is the son of a couple found dead Wednesday in an apparent murder-suicide in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Police seek child of couple found dead near Kalispell

Northwest law enforcement officials are seeking the public’s help in trying to locate a 2-year-old boy who is the son of a couple found dead Wednesday in an apparent murder-suicide in Flathead County.
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Authorities allege suspect used brick in murder

A Flathead Valley man has been charged with deliberate homicide in the death of a Kalispell man earlier this week.
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Authorities allege suspect used brick in murder

A Flathead Valley man has been charged with deliberate homicide in the death of a Kalispell man earlier this week.
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Woman injured in Kalispell head-on collision

A woman was taken to the hospital after a head-on collision Friday afternoon in Kalispell.
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Woman injured in Kalispell head-on collision

A woman was taken to the hospital after a head-on collision Friday afternoon in Kalispell.
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Law officials ID Kalispell homicide victim

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man who was murdered in his Kalispell home Monday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Law officials ID Kalispell homicide victim

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man who was murdered in his Kalispell home Monday afternoon.
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Sheriff's Office continues investigation

Investigators are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the Monday afternoon death of a Kalispell man who appeared to die by homicidal violence at a Lenwood Lane residence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Fire damages Main Street building building

Firefighters responded to downtown Kalispell around 6 a.m. Wednesday to battle a blaze in a building at the southeast corner of Main and Center streets.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff's Office continues investigation

Investigators are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the Monday afternoon death of a Kalispell man who appeared to die by homicidal violence at a Lenwood Lane residence.
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Fire damages Main Street building building

Firefighters responded to downtown Kalispell around 6 a.m. Wednesday to battle a blaze in a building at the southeast corner of Main and Center streets.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Authorities investigate death of Kalispell man

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man in a reported homicide at a residence on Lenwood Lane.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Authorities investigate death of Kalispell man

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man in a reported homicide at a residence on Lenwood Lane.
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Glacier Park program puts winged mammals in spotlight

Five-year-old Izzy Herreid-Terrill was there and so was 12-year-old Alex Osborne.
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Glacier Park program puts winged mammals in spotlight

Five-year-old Izzy Herreid-Terrill was there and so was 12-year-old Alex Osborne.
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Kalispell attorney charged with child endangerment

A Kalispell attorney has been charged with one felony count of criminal child endangerment after police allege he drove drunk and crashed a vehicle with his son inside.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell attorney charged with child endangerment

A Kalispell attorney has been charged with one felony count of criminal child endangerment after police allege he drove drunk and crashed a vehicle with his son inside.
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Fire damages Lower Valley home

Fire heavily damaged a Lower Valley home Thursday morning, but firefighters kept the blaze mostly inside the residence.
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Fire damages Lower Valley home

Fire heavily damaged a Lower Valley home Thursday morning, but firefighters kept the blaze mostly inside the residence.
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Coram man sentenced for meth distribution

A Flathead County resident who escaped prosecution for a murder he was accused of in 2018 in Martin City was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for drug dealing.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Coram man sentenced for meth distribution

A Flathead County resident who escaped prosecution for a murder he was accused of in 2018 in Martin City was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for drug dealing.
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Whitefish man jailed after Kalispell shooting

A Kalispell man is in the Flathead County Jail after police alleged he shot another man during a dispute last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man jailed after Kalispell shooting

A Kalispell man is in the Flathead County Jail after police alleged he shot another man during a dispute last week.
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Bail reduced for Kalispell murder suspect

A Kalispell man accused of murdering his boyfriend in August 2018 had his bail significantly reduced during a Monday morning hearing in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bail reduced for Kalispell murder suspect

A Kalispell man accused of murdering his boyfriend in August 2018 had his bail significantly reduced during a Monday morning hearing in Flathead County District Court.
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Bigfork, Evergreen get school resource officers

A cooperative effort has resulted in two new student resource officers in Flathead Valley schools.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork, Evergreen get school resource officers

A cooperative effort has resulted in two new student resource officers in Flathead Valley schools.
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After accident, Kalispell man charged with his sixth DUI

A Kalispell man with several DUI convictions dating back nearly a quarter century recently was arrested after he caused a traffic accident on West Reserve Drive.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

After accident, Kalispell man charged with his sixth DUI

A Kalispell man with several DUI convictions dating back nearly a quarter century recently was arrested after he caused a traffic accident on West Reserve Drive.
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Two dead, one injured in Fourth of July crash

Two people died in a head-on vehicle crash late Thursday on Montana 35.
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Two dead, one injured in Fourth of July crash

Two people died in a head-on vehicle crash late Thursday on Montana 35.
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Family of hit-and-run victim wants jail time for perpetrator

A Kalispell family is seeking justice after a beloved patriarch died in a hit-and-run crash last fall.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Family of hit-and-run victim wants jail time for perpetrator

A Kalispell family is seeking justice after a beloved patriarch died in a hit-and-run crash last fall.
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Where Flathead Valley revelers can and can't use pyrotechnics

Authorities are sounding the alarm when it comes to fireworks use in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Where Flathead Valley revelers can and can't use pyrotechnics

Authorities are sounding the alarm when it comes to fireworks use in the Flathead Valley.
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Now is the time to prepare for wildfires

Recent rains notwithstanding, fire season is right around the corner in Northwest Montana and experts want homeowners to start preparing in the event a blaze threatens their properties.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Now is the time to prepare for wildfires

Recent rains notwithstanding, fire season is right around the corner in Northwest Montana and experts want homeowners to start preparing in the event a blaze threatens their properties.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Longtime clerk has led tech quest for court system

It’s not always easy being out in front of the pack, but for Peg Allison, the Flathead County Clerk of Court, her forward-thinking has paid big dividends for her staff and the residents of Flathead County and Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Longtime clerk has led tech quest for court system

It’s not always easy being out in front of the pack, but for Peg Allison, the Flathead County Clerk of Court, her forward-thinking has paid big dividends for her staff and the residents of Flathead County and Montana.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Mom accuses son of stealing guns

A Flathead County man is scheduled to appear in court next week on charges he stole guns from his mother and stole two vehicles.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Mom accuses son of stealing guns

A Flathead County man is scheduled to appear in court next week on charges he stole guns from his mother and stole two vehicles.
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Hung jury: Judge declares mistrial in Lamb murder case

In a stunning conclusion in the murder trial of a Northwest Montana man accused of killing his boyfriend last summer, Flathead County District Court Judge Robert Allison declared a mistrial late Friday after learning the jury was deadlocked.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

State commission considers northern pike kill order

The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission will vote on a kill-order measure for northern pike in Lake Mary Ronan at its meeting June 18-19 in Helena.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

State commission considers northern pike kill order

The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission will vote on a kill-order measure for northern pike in Lake Mary Ronan at its meeting June 18-19 in Helena.
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Three grizzlies killed by trains

Three grizzly bears were killed by trains near Glacier National Park in the Marias Pass area recently.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Three grizzlies killed by trains

Three grizzly bears were killed by trains near Glacier National Park in the Marias Pass area recently.
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Judge declares mistrial as jury deadlocks

In a stunning conclusion in the murder trial of a Northwest Montana man accused of killing his boyfriend last summer, Flathead County District Court Judge Robert Allison declared a mistrial late Friday after learning the jury was deadlocked.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Hung jury: Judge declares mistrial in Lamb case

In a stunning conclusion in the murder trial of a Northwest Montana man accused of killing his boyfriend last summer, Flathead County District Court Judge Robert Allison declared a mistrial late Friday after learning the jury was deadlocked.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Judge declares mistrial as jury deadlocks

In a stunning conclusion in the murder trial of a Northwest Montana man accused of killing his boyfriend last summer, Flathead County District Court Judge Robert Allison declared a mistrial late Friday after learning the jury was deadlocked.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Hung jury: Judge declares mistrial in Lamb case

In a stunning conclusion in the murder trial of a Northwest Montana man accused of killing his boyfriend last summer, Flathead County District Court Judge Robert Allison declared a mistrial late Friday after learning the jury was deadlocked.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Idaho investment adviser accused of bilking Montanans

Prosecutors from the Montana State Auditor’s Office have filed several felony fraud charges against an Idaho man who they say bilked several Northwest Montanans out of more than $1 million over the last four years.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Idaho investment adviser accused of bilking Montanans

Prosecutors from the Montana State Auditor’s Office have filed several felony fraud charges against an Idaho man who they say bilked several Northwest Montanans out of more than $1 million over the last four years.
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Jury still deliberating in Lamb murder case

Jurors are scheduled to be back in Flathead County District Court Friday morning for a second day of deliberations after they didn’t settle on a verdict Thursday in the Ryan Lamb murder trial.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Jury still deliberating in Lamb murder case

Jurors are scheduled to be back in Flathead County District Court Friday morning for a second day of deliberations after they didn’t settle on a verdict Thursday in the Ryan Lamb murder trial.
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Testimony concludes in Lamb murder trial

Testimony ended on the eighth day of the Ryan Lamb murder trial Wednesday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Testimony concludes in Lamb murder trial

Testimony ended on the eighth day of the Ryan Lamb murder trial Wednesday in Flathead County District Court.
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Murder suspect spars with prosecutor

A Flathead Valley man accused of killing his boyfriend verbally sparred with one of the attorneys who is prosecuting him for deliberate homicide Tuesday morning in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Murder suspect spars with prosecutor

A Flathead Valley man accused of killing his boyfriend verbally sparred with one of the attorneys who is prosecuting him for deliberate homicide Tuesday morning in Flathead County District Court.
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Defendant takes the stand in homicide trial

The Kalispell man accused of stabbing his boyfriend to death at a Two Mile Drive apartment last summer took the stand Monday in his defense in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Defendant takes the stand in homicide trial

The Kalispell man accused of stabbing his boyfriend to death at a Two Mile Drive apartment last summer took the stand Monday in his defense in Flathead County District Court.
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Detective: Suspect changed story

A Kalispell man accused of murdering his boyfriend with a pair of scissors last summer said he was afraid for them to be used on him during a sexual encounter.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Detective: Suspect changed story

A Kalispell man accused of murdering his boyfriend with a pair of scissors last summer said he was afraid for them to be used on him during a sexual encounter.
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Testimony reveals troubled relationship

Testimony in the fourth day of the Ryan Lamb murder trial continued to expose a troubled, sometimes violent, relationship between the defendant and the man who wanted out of it.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Testimony reveals troubled relationship

Testimony in the fourth day of the Ryan Lamb murder trial continued to expose a troubled, sometimes violent, relationship between the defendant and the man who wanted out of it.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

DNA analyst: Murder suspect had victim's blood on hand

A DNA analyst at the Montana State Crime Lab said blood found on a murder suspect’s left hand matched that of the alleged victim during testimony Wednesday at the Flathead County Courthouse in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

DNA analyst: Murder suspect had victim's blood on hand

A DNA analyst at the Montana State Crime Lab said blood found on a murder suspect’s left hand matched that of the alleged victim during testimony Wednesday at the Flathead County Courthouse in Kalispell.
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Jurors shown bodycam footage during day 2 of homicide trial

Jurors in the murder trial of 34-year-old Ryan Cody Lamb heard his wails and guttural screams on police body camera footage when he was told his boyfriend was dead.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Jurors shown bodycam footage during day 2 of homicide trial

Jurors in the murder trial of 34-year-old Ryan Cody Lamb heard his wails and guttural screams on police body camera footage when he was told his boyfriend was dead.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Renovation crews tackle fire aftermath

Work to repair the historic St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Kalispell that was heavily damaged by fire on Mother’s Day has been underway for about two weeks.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Renovation crews tackle fire aftermath

Work to repair the historic St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Kalispell that was heavily damaged by fire on Mother’s Day has been underway for about two weeks.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Trial begins in Kalispell homicide case

A Kalispell man accused of his stabbing his partner to death last summer is scheduled to go to trial Monday in Flathead District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Trial begins in Kalispell homicide case

A Kalispell man accused of his stabbing his partner to death last summer is scheduled to go to trial Monday in Flathead District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Primal pursuit Kalispell teen pursues mountain-man lifestyle

Sean McQueen is cut from different cloth.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Primal pursuit Kalispell teen pursues mountain-man lifestyle

Sean McQueen is cut from different cloth.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man accused of beating spouse with broom

A Kalispell man is behind bars after his wife alleged he punched and beat her with a broom handle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man accused of beating spouse with broom

A Kalispell man is behind bars after his wife alleged he punched and beat her with a broom handle.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man jailed after Lakeside knife attack

A Flathead Valley man is in the county jail after he was accused of threatening two women with a knife at a Lakeside residence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man jailed after Lakeside knife attack

A Flathead Valley man is in the county jail after he was accused of threatening two women with a knife at a Lakeside residence.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Unusual ice disc spotted in Stillwater River

While some may not care for the latest blast of winter weather in the Flathead, it did result in a natural oddity that several passersby discovered in Kalispell this week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Unusual ice disc spotted in Stillwater River

While some may not care for the latest blast of winter weather in the Flathead, it did result in a natural oddity that several passersby discovered in Kalispell this week.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Flathead man accused in frying pan assault

A Flathead Valley man was arrested recently after authorities said he struck another man in the head with a frying pan during an incident in Evergreen.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Flathead man accused in frying pan assault

A Flathead Valley man was arrested recently after authorities said he struck another man in the head with a frying pan during an incident in Evergreen.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Plans in the works to widen Montana 40

The Montana Department of Transportation plans to widen a segment of Montana 40 near Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Plans in the works to widen Montana 40

The Montana Department of Transportation plans to widen a segment of Montana 40 near Whitefish.
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Whitefish woman accused of stealing thousands in jewelry

A Whitefish woman is being held in the Flathead County Jail on charges she allegedly stole tens of thousands of dollars in jewelry.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish woman accused of stealing thousands in jewelry

A Whitefish woman is being held in the Flathead County Jail on charges she allegedly stole tens of thousands of dollars in jewelry.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man facing extradition for felony charge in Washington

A man in Flathead County Jail is awaiting extradition back to Washington state after officials there allege he left his mother, who is suffering from dementia, in a senior-living home without paying for her care.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man facing extradition for felony charge in Washington

A man in Flathead County Jail is awaiting extradition back to Washington state after officials there allege he left his mother, who is suffering from dementia, in a senior-living home without paying for her care.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Wolves still a hot-button issue at local meeting

Emotions were strong as hundreds of hunters and trappers from Northwest Montana made their feelings known about wolves in the region at a gathering Wednesday at the Red Lion in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Wolves still a hot-button issue at local meeting

Emotions were strong as hundreds of hunters and trappers from Northwest Montana made their feelings known about wolves in the region at a gathering Wednesday at the Red Lion in Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of negligent homicide pleads guilty to reduced charge

A man accused of negligent homicide in a DUI crash nearly four years ago entered a guilty plea to a reduced charge Tuesday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of negligent homicide pleads guilty to reduced charge

A man accused of negligent homicide in a DUI crash nearly four years ago entered a guilty plea to a reduced charge Tuesday in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Officials euthanize cat that was habituated to people

A Eureka woman who said she is a confirmed “cat lover” isn’t happy that Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks officials euthanized a female mountain lion they caught in a cage trap on her property, even though she had alerted wildlife officials about the predator.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Officials euthanize cat that was habituated to people

A Eureka woman who said she is a confirmed “cat lover” isn’t happy that Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks officials euthanized a female mountain lion they caught in a cage trap on her property, even though she had alerted wildlife officials about the predator.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man killed in Montana 82 collision

An area man died in a two-vehicle, head-on traffic accident Monday evening in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Man killed in Montana 82 collision

An area man died in a two-vehicle, head-on traffic accident Monday evening in Flathead County.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Glacier County man faces negligent homicide charge

A Glacier County man accused of negligent homicide while under the influence of methamphetamine recently was incarcerated in the Flathead County Jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man charged with threatening woman

A Kalispell man was recently charged after he allegedly threatened the mother of his child with a gun.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man charged with threatening woman

A Kalispell man was recently charged after he allegedly threatened the mother of his child with a gun.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Glacier County man faces negligent homicide charge

A Glacier County man accused of negligent homicide while under the influence of methamphetamine recently was incarcerated in the Flathead County Jail.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Glacier claims Montana AA Speech and Debate title

Months and months of feverish and exhaustive preparation came down to just a 5 1/2-point differential as Glacier High’s speech and debate claimed the Montana Class AA championship Saturday at Flathead High School.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Glacier claims Montana AA Speech and Debate title

Months and months of feverish and exhaustive preparation came down to just a 5 1/2-point differential as Glacier High’s speech and debate claimed the Montana Class AA championship Saturday at Flathead High School.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Suspect arrested following armed standoff

A Kalispell man accused of firing a gun at law enforcement officers during a Thursday evening incident has a troubled past involving dangerous drugs.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Suspect arrested following armed standoff

A Kalispell man accused of firing a gun at law enforcement officers during a Thursday evening incident has a troubled past involving dangerous drugs.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Murder suspect still waiting for mental-health evaluation

A Whitefish man who is accused of killing his father in a dispute more than six months ago is still waiting for a mental-health evaluation.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Murder suspect still waiting for mental-health evaluation

A Whitefish man who is accused of killing his father in a dispute more than six months ago is still waiting for a mental-health evaluation.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish set to host skijoring races

Late January in the Flathead means its skijoring time in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish set to host skijoring races

Late January in the Flathead means its skijoring time in Whitefish.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Snowstorm closes schools, snarls traffic

Several inches of snow fell Tuesday night into Wednesday in Northwest Montana, closing Whitefish, Bigfork and Swan River schools on Wednesday and causing difficult driving conditions that led to several traffic accidents.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Snowstorm closes schools, snarls traffic

Several inches of snow fell Tuesday night into Wednesday in Northwest Montana, closing Whitefish, Bigfork and Swan River schools on Wednesday and causing difficult driving conditions that led to several traffic accidents.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Woman shot at in Coram; suspects sought

A shooting occurred at a Coram residence early Friday morning and authorities are seeking two suspects.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Fulfilling and challenging work

Flathead County Jail Commander Jennifer Root has worked with Northwest Montana’s most troubled citizens for nearly 20 years, but it’s clear she still loves her job.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Fulfilling and challenging work

Flathead County Jail Commander Jennifer Root has worked with Northwest Montana’s most troubled citizens for nearly 20 years, but it’s clear she still loves her job.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Contrasting rallies held in downtown Kalispell

Kwen Shirley and Braxton Shewalter are clearly on opposite sides of the fence when it comes to their politics, but both have sought or want to seek office. On Saturday, they each helped organize contrasting rallies held at Depot Park in downtown Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Contrasting rallies held in downtown Kalispell

Kwen Shirley and Braxton Shewalter are clearly on opposite sides of the fence when it comes to their politics, but both have sought or want to seek office. On Saturday, they each helped organize contrasting rallies held at Depot Park in downtown Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Woman accused of DUI with toddler in vehicle

A Flathead Valley woman is facing charges after authorities allege she drove drunk with a toddler in the vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Woman accused of DUI with toddler in vehicle

A Flathead Valley woman is facing charges after authorities allege she drove drunk with a toddler in the vehicle.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Authorities seek men who shot at woman in Coram

A shooting occurred at a Coram residence early Friday morning and authorities are seeking two suspects.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Authorities seek men who shot at woman in Coram

A shooting occurred at a Coram residence early Friday morning and authorities are seeking two suspects.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Government shutdown doesn't hamstring solo hikes

Much has been made of the federal government shutdown in terms of how it affects our national parks, but from my limited perspective, the impact seems to be minimal in terms of the park and not of the people who work there.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Government shutdown doesn't hamstring solo hikes

Much has been made of the federal government shutdown in terms of how it affects our national parks, but from my limited perspective, the impact seems to be minimal in terms of the park and not of the people who work there.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Flathead man accused of stealing marine battery

A Flathead Valley man was allegedly caught in the act when an arrest was made relating to the theft of a marine battery.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man accused of kidnapping, assault

A Kalispell man was jailed recently after he was accused of kidnapping his girlfriend and assaulting her during a Christmas Eve incident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Flathead man accused of stealing marine battery

A Flathead Valley man was allegedly caught in the act when an arrest was made relating to the theft of a marine battery.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man accused of kidnapping, assault

A Kalispell man was jailed recently after he was accused of kidnapping his girlfriend and assaulting her during a Christmas Eve incident.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Overman named police chief

The city of Kalispell has a new chief of police and it’s a man who is well-known in the community.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Overman named police chief

The city of Kalispell has a new chief of police and it’s a man who is well-known in the community.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Marion man charged with felony assault

A Marion man is charged with strangling a woman after a recent incident in the Marion area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Marion man charged with felony assault

A Marion man is charged with strangling a woman after a recent incident in the Marion area.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Noted FWP biologist Thier retires

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Wildlife Biologist Tim Thier has had a distinguished career working with animals and birds in the western United States, but when he approached a impromptu checkpoint manned by Mexican Federal Police in Chihuahua while searching for grizzly bears nearly 40 years ago, he wasn’t sure …
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of punching woman over avocado dispute

Lack of avocado on a man’s burger may have led to an assault that left his girlfriend bloodied and him facing charges after a recent incident in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man charged in Liberty Street stabbing

A Kalispell man is charged with stabbing another man during a Dec. 27 incident on Liberty Street.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman accused of torching her trailer

Law enforcement officials said a woman who allegedly didn’t want to move her trailer after she had been evicted from the property, set it on fire and now faces an arson charge.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man charged in Liberty Street stabbing

A Kalispell man is charged with stabbing another man during a Dec. 27 incident on Liberty Street.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of punching woman over avocado dispute

Lack of avocado on a man’s burger may have led to an assault that left his girlfriend bloodied and him facing charges after a recent incident in Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman accused of torching her trailer

Law enforcement officials said a woman who allegedly didn’t want to move her trailer after she had been evicted from the property, set it on fire and now faces an arson charge.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Coram woman charged with punching officer while in the tub

A Flathead County woman is accused of punching a deputy sheriff in the face during a recent incident in Coram.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Region 1 biologist retires after 30 years

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wildlife biologist Tim Thier has had a distinguished career working with animals and birds in the Western United States, and recently retired from Fish, Wildlife & Parks.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Coram woman charged with punching officer while in the tub

A Flathead County woman is accused of punching a deputy sheriff in the face during a recent incident in Coram.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Revised levy proposed for Evergreen Fire

Nine months after voters in the Evergreen Fire District rejected a tax levy to increase funding for Evergreen Fire Rescue, a new proposal has been developed.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Revised levy proposed for Evergreen Fire

Nine months after voters in the Evergreen Fire District rejected a tax levy to increase funding for Evergreen Fire Rescue, a new proposal has been developed.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Longtime wildlife biologist wraps up prolific career

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Wildlife Biologist Tim Thier has had a distinguished career working with animals and birds in the western United States, but when he approached a impromptu checkpoint manned by Mexican Federal Police in Chihuahua while searching for grizzly bears nearly 40 years ago, he wasn’t sure …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Longtime wildlife biologist wraps up prolific career

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Wildlife Biologist Tim Thier has had a distinguished career working with animals and birds in the western United States, but when he approached a impromptu checkpoint manned by Mexican Federal Police in Chihuahua while searching for grizzly bears nearly 40 years ago, he wasn’t sure …
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man pleads guilty to choking girlfriend

A Kalispell man accused of choking his girlfriend and forcing her to perform a sexual act agreed to plead guilty to the crimes Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Shooting, burglary suspect pleads not guilty

A Kalispell man who remains behind bars for his alleged involvement in a Nov. 29 shooting near Whitefish pleaded not guilty to the charges Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Shooting, burglary suspect pleads not guilty

A Kalispell man who remains behind bars for his alleged involvement in a Nov. 29 shooting near Whitefish pleaded not guilty to the charges Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man pleads guilty to choking girlfriend

A Kalispell man accused of choking his girlfriend and forcing her to perform a sexual act agreed to plead guilty to the crimes Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man pleads guilty to negligent arson

A man charged in an arson that destroyed tens of thousands of dollars of merchandise at a Kalispell business in 2018 pleaded guilty in Flathead District Court to the offense.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man pleads guilty to negligent arson

A man charged in an arson that destroyed tens of thousands of dollars of merchandise at a Kalispell business in 2018 pleaded guilty in Flathead District Court to the offense.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Quen homicide charge dismissed

A charge of deliberate homicide against a Martin City man was dismissed Monday by Flathead County District Judge Heidi Ulbricht.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Quen homicide charge dismissed

A charge of deliberate homicide against a Martin City man was dismissed Monday by Flathead County District Judge Heidi Ulbricht.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Emergency responders implore drivers to follow the law

Dale Wochnick drives a tow truck for Bolster’s Towing in Kalispell and he vividly remembers the close calls he and co-workers have had while working at vehicle wreck scenes in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Emergency responders implore drivers to follow the law

Dale Wochnick drives a tow truck for Bolster’s Towing in Kalispell and he vividly remembers the close calls he and co-workers have had while working at vehicle wreck scenes in the Flathead Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Finalists named in Kalispell's search for new police chief

Kalispell is getting closer to selecting a new chief of police.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Finalists named in Kalispell's search for new police chief

Kalispell is getting closer to selecting a new chief of police.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Sunriser fishing derby a family favorite

Hundreds of hardy anglers, young and old, were out in force Saturday on Smith Lake at the Sunriser Lions Club’s 48th annual ice fishing derby.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Sunriser fishing derby a family favorite

Hundreds of hardy anglers, young and old, were out in force Saturday on Smith Lake at the Sunriser Lions Club’s 48th annual ice fishing derby.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Internet, phone outages wreak havoc again

For the second time in the span of a little more than a week, internet outages involving different service providers have wreaked havoc across the country for people trying to do business or enjoy some entertainment.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Flathead Electric project gives boost to solar-energy usage

While hydroelectric power likely will always be the top source of electricity in the Flathead Valley, solar energy is something that some denizens of Northwest Montana have chosen.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Timber industry still a driving economic force

After being with F.H. Stoltze Land & Lumber Co. for more than four decades, Chuck Roady is encouraged about the future of the timber industry more than he has been for several years.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Internet, phone outages wreak havoc again

For the second time in the span of a little more than a week, internet outages involving different service providers have wreaked havoc across the country for people trying to do business or enjoy some entertainment.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Flathead Electric project gives boost to solar-energy usage

While hydroelectric power likely will always be the top source of electricity in the Flathead Valley, solar energy is something that some denizens of Northwest Montana have chosen.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Timber industry still a driving economic force

After being with F.H. Stoltze Land & Lumber Co. for more than four decades, Chuck Roady is encouraged about the future of the timber industry more than he has been for several years.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Judge rejects plea deal for homicide suspect

Homicide suspect James Quen of Martin City will remain in jail after Flathead County District Judge Heidi Ulbricht rejected a plea agreement in court Friday. Quen is charged with the deliberate homicide of Bradley Allen Winters on April 25.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Judge rejects plea deal for homicide suspect

Homicide suspect James Quen of Martin City will remain in jail after Flathead County District Judge Heidi Ulbricht rejected a plea agreement in court Friday. Quen is charged with the deliberate homicide of Bradley Allen Winters on April 25.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Martin City man to plead guilty in April killing

A Martin City man accused of shooting another man in Hungry Horse in April has agreed to plead guilty to negligent homicide.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Martin City man to plead guilty in April killing

A Martin City man accused of shooting another man in Hungry Horse in April has agreed to plead guilty to negligent homicide.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Two Bear employs new search technology

Two Bear Air has stepped up its efforts to find backcountry travelers in peril.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Spectrum outage affects Flathead Valley

Spectrum customers across the country and in the Flathead Valley were affected by a widespread outage Friday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Spectrum outage affects Flathead Valley

Spectrum customers across the country and in the Flathead Valley were affected by a widespread outage Friday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

'Secret Santa' pays it forward

The Christmas season got a lot brighter for more than a dozen families in the Flathead Valley after a “Secret Santa” paid for their layaway purchases at the Kmart in Evergreen.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

'Secret Santa' pays it forward

The Christmas season got a lot brighter for more than a dozen families in the Flathead Valley after a “Secret Santa” paid for their layaway purchases at the Kmart in Evergreen.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Two Bear touts new rescue detector

Two Bear Air has stepped up its efforts to find backcountry travelers in peril.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Two Bear touts new rescue detector

Two Bear Air has stepped up its efforts to find backcountry travelers in peril.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Vietnam War keepsake stolen from local VFW

Members of the Glacier Park VFW Post 2252 in Kalispell are wondering why someone would steal a keepsake commemorating the Vietnam War.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Driver injured after car goes airborne, hits house

A bizarre crash on Foy’s Lake Road Tuesday afternoon sent one man to the hospital.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Vietnam War keepsake stolen from local VFW

Members of the Glacier Park VFW Post 2252 in Kalispell are wondering why someone would steal a keepsake commemorating the Vietnam War.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Driver injured after car goes airborne, hits house

A bizarre crash on Foy’s Lake Road Tuesday afternoon sent one man to the hospital.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

FWP to leave Noxon walleye to anglers

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is done trying to eradicate the walleye population from Noxon Rapids Reservoir.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Chief ALERT pilot draws from wealth of experience

As a pilot flying helicopters all over the world, Matt Weller has a few stories to share.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Chief ALERT pilot draws from wealth of experience

As a pilot flying helicopters all over the world, Matt Weller has a few stories to share.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff wraps up long career in law enforcement

This time, it’s for good.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff wraps up long career in law enforcement

This time, it’s for good.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Firefighters battle West Valley fire

Firefighters from three companies battled a small structure fire Saturday evening in the hills above West Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Firefighters battle West Valley fire

Firefighters from three companies battled a small structure fire Saturday evening in the hills above West Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Fugitive jailed after Foy's Lake area chase

A man who was on the Montana Department of Corrections’ most-wanted fugitives list earlier this fall is now sitting in the Flathead County Jail after he led law enforcement officers on a chase Monday west of Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Fugitive jailed after Foy's Lake area chase

A man who was on the Montana Department of Corrections’ most-wanted fugitives list earlier this fall is now sitting in the Flathead County Jail after he led law enforcement officers on a chase Monday west of Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Burglar steals cash and tools from Flathead High School

The Kalispell Police Department is looking for a man who broke into Flathead High School early Tuesday morning and stole cash and tools while causing considerable damage.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Burglar steals cash and tools from Flathead High School

The Kalispell Police Department is looking for a man who broke into Flathead High School early Tuesday morning and stole cash and tools while causing considerable damage.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Officials ID man killed in hit-and-run

Lake County officials have identified a Pablo man killed in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning on U.S. 93.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Officials ID man killed in hit-and-run

Lake County officials have identified a Pablo man killed in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning on U.S. 93.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man killed in hit-and-run near Pablo

A 20-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run early Saturday morning in the Pablo area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man killed in hit-and-run near Pablo

A 20-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run early Saturday morning in the Pablo area.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Pedestrian killed during hit-and-run near Pablo

A 20-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run early Saturday morning in the Pablo area.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell officer sues city over sexual harassment claims

A longtime Kalispell police officer has sued the city and the police department, alleging sexual harassment and lost wages because she wasn’t promoted when she said she should have been.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

FWP considers mountain lion study

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wants to get a better handle on how many mountain lions live in the state and they hope to conduct a study that may answer some of those questions.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell officer sues city over sexual harassment claims

A longtime Kalispell police officer has sued the city and the police department, alleging sexual harassment and lost wages because she wasn’t promoted when she said she should have been.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Study would examine mountain lion population

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks wants to get a better handle on how many mountain lions live in the state, and they hope to conduct a study that may answer some of those questions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Study would examine mountain lion population

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks wants to get a better handle on how many mountain lions live in the state, and they hope to conduct a study that may answer some of those questions.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell names new interim police chief

The Kalispell Police Department has a new interim police chief as of Friday, Nov. 30, when Patrol Capt. Tim Falkner accepted the temporary assignment after Interim Chief Wade Rademacher retired Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell names new interim police chief

The Kalispell Police Department has a new interim police chief as of Friday, Nov. 30, when Patrol Capt. Tim Falkner accepted the temporary assignment after Interim Chief Wade Rademacher retired Thursday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Shooting suspect has long criminal history

A Kalispell man behind bars for his alleged involvement in a Thursday morning shooting and burglary has an extensive criminal past in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Shooting suspect has long criminal history

A Kalispell man behind bars for his alleged involvement in a Thursday morning shooting and burglary has an extensive criminal past in the Flathead Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Suspects in custody after burglary, shooting

Several people are in custody after an early-morning burglary and shooting in Flathead County.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged after shooting incident

A man has been charged with several felonies after he was allegedly involved in an early-morning burglary and shooting in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man charged after shooting incident

A man has been charged with several felonies after he was allegedly involved in an early-morning burglary and shooting in Flathead County.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Longtime check-station volunteer signs off

When hunters stop at the game check station on U.S. 93 near Olney during next year’s season, one very notable face won’t be there.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Longtime check-station volunteer signs off

When hunters stop at the game check station on U.S. 93 near Olney during next year’s season, one very notable face won’t be there.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman charged with promoting prostitution

A Kalispell woman is incarcerated in the Flathead County Jail on a charge of promoting prostitution after authorities alleged she attempted to arrange a sexual encounter.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman charged with promoting prostitution

A Kalispell woman is incarcerated in the Flathead County Jail on a charge of promoting prostitution after authorities alleged she attempted to arrange a sexual encounter.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

United Way, financial backer settle lawsuit

Northwest Montana United Way and a Whitefish man who provided loan collateral to complete the $2.3 million purchase of Gateway Community Center in 2015 are working out a settlement, according to court records.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

United Way, financial backer settle lawsuit

Northwest Montana United Way and a Whitefish man who provided loan collateral to complete the $2.3 million purchase of Gateway Community Center in 2015 are working out a settlement, according to court records.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

High-speed chase suspect returned to jail

A Kalispell woman who was arrested for allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase in July is back behind bars after law enforcement officials caught up with her recently.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell arson suspect back behind bars

A man charged for his alleged involvement in an arson that destroyed thousands of dollars of merchandise at a Kalispell business earlier this year and failed to show for his arraignment May 31 in Flathead County District Court has been returned to jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

High-speed chase suspect returned to jail

A Kalispell woman who was arrested for allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase in July is back behind bars after law enforcement officials caught up with her recently.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell arson suspect back behind bars

A man charged for his alleged involvement in an arson that destroyed thousands of dollars of merchandise at a Kalispell business earlier this year and failed to show for his arraignment May 31 in Flathead County District Court has been returned to jail.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man in jail following strangulation assault

A Flathead Valley man is being held in the county jail after authorities said he tried to strangle his girlfriend during a dispute last month in Lakeside.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man in jail following strangulation assault

A Flathead Valley man is being held in the county jail after authorities said he tried to strangle his girlfriend during a dispute last month in Lakeside.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Incoming sheriff assembles leadership team

Little more than a month before he officially takes over as Flathead County’s lead law officer, Sheriff-elect Brian Heino has announced three new members to his team.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Incoming sheriff assembles leadership team

Little more than a month before he officially takes over as Flathead County’s lead law officer, Sheriff-elect Brian Heino has announced three new members to his team.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Woman injured in roll-over near Bigfork

A one-vehicle, rollover accident on Montana 209 north of Bigfork resulted in a Bigfork woman being taken to the hospital Tuesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Woman injured in roll-over near Bigfork

A one-vehicle, rollover accident on Montana 209 north of Bigfork resulted in a Bigfork woman being taken to the hospital Tuesday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Head-on crash in Evergreen sends 2 to hospital

Icy road conditions led to a two-vehicle crash in Evergreen that sent two people to the hospital Wednesday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Head-on crash in Evergreen sends 2 to hospital

Icy road conditions led to a two-vehicle crash in Evergreen that sent two people to the hospital Wednesday morning.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Man faces felony charge in stalking case

A Flathead Valley man accused of repeatedly threatening, stalking and harassing a woman is facing a felony charge.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Ronan shooting suspect arrested after chase, crash

A 16-year-old boy suspected in a shooting last week in Ronan was taken into custody Saturday after wrecking a car he used in an attempt to flee from area law-enforcement officers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Man faces felony charge in stalking case

A Flathead Valley man accused of repeatedly threatening, stalking and harassing a woman is facing a felony charge.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Ronan shooting suspect arrested after chase, crash

A 16-year-old boy suspected in a shooting last week in Ronan was taken into custody Saturday after wrecking a car he used in an attempt to flee from area law-enforcement officers.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Trout Creek man arrested in shooting case

A team effort by Northwest Montana law enforcement agencies led to the arrest Friday of a suspect in a Trout Creek shooting.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Trout Creek man arrested in shooting case

A team effort by Northwest Montana law enforcement agencies led to the arrest Friday of a suspect in a Trout Creek shooting.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Transient pleads not guilty in car theft case

A Flathead County transient recently pleaded not guilty in Flathead District Court to a felony charge dealing with a stolen vehicle that had a child in it.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Teen suspect sought in Ronan shooting

Lake County law enforcement officials are seeking a 16-year-old boy in connection with a shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon in Ronan.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Transient pleads not guilty in car theft case

A Flathead County transient recently pleaded not guilty in Flathead District Court to a felony charge dealing with a stolen vehicle that had a child in it.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Teen suspect sought in Ronan shooting

Lake County law enforcement officials are seeking a 16-year-old boy in connection with a shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon in Ronan.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Arson, shooting suspect flees deputies

Sanders County law enforcement officials were seeking a known, but unidentified, man on Thursday who allegedly tried to burn down a hotel and fired a gun in the presence of deputies Wednesday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Arson, shooting suspect flees deputies

Sanders County law enforcement officials were seeking a known, but unidentified, man on Thursday who allegedly tried to burn down a hotel and fired a gun in the presence of deputies Wednesday evening.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell Police Department hires new officers

The Kalispell Police Department recently welcomed two new officers into the department ­— Chad Sweigart and Brady Gray.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell Police Department hires new officers

The Kalispell Police Department recently welcomed two new officers into the department ­— Chad Sweigart and Brady Gray.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Sweets thief caught in the act

A Kalispell man has been accused of stealing candy and soda pop from an area business.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell man accused of raping sleeping teen

A Kalispell man is accused of raping a sleeping teenager at a party in 2017.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Flathead man pleads guilty to assaulting wife

A Flathead man is facing prison time after pleading guilty to assaulting his wife during a argument earlier this fall at a Columbia Falls residence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Flathead man pleads guilty to assaulting wife

A Flathead man is facing prison time after pleading guilty to assaulting his wife during a argument earlier this fall at a Columbia Falls residence.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell man accused of raping sleeping teen

A Kalispell man is accused of raping a sleeping teenager at a party in 2017.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Sweets thief caught in the act

A Kalispell man has been accused of stealing candy and soda pop from an area business.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Hot stove blamed for C-Falls structure fire

A wood stove fire at a Columbia Falls residence Wednesday afternoon displaced one man from the home.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Child abducted in Lakeside found safe in Missoula

A child allegedly abducted by her biological mother was found safe Thursday afternoon after the Montana Department of Justice issued an Amber Alert earlier in the day.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Hot stove blamed for C-Falls structure fire

A wood stove fire at a Columbia Falls residence Wednesday afternoon displaced one man from the home.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Child abducted in Lakeside found safe in Missoula

A child allegedly abducted by her biological mother was found safe Thursday afternoon after the Montana Department of Justice issued an Amber Alert earlier in the day.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

State seeking input on mountain lion management

Bring up the topic of mountain lions in Northwest Montana and it’s likely to evoke a range of comments and opinions, depending on who is doing the talking.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Marion man receives suspended sentence in shooting incident

A Flathead County man who pleaded guilty to firing a gun at his wife and a Sheriff’s Office chaplain trying to mediate a dispute between the two in the Marion area earlier this year was recently sentenced in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

State seeking input on mountain lion management

Bring up the topic of mountain lions in Northwest Montana and it’s likely to evoke a range of comments and opinions, depending on who is doing the talking.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Marion man receives suspended sentence in shooting incident

A Flathead County man who pleaded guilty to firing a gun at his wife and a Sheriff’s Office chaplain trying to mediate a dispute between the two in the Marion area earlier this year was recently sentenced in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Libby hunters pack out elk on mountain bikes

Little, if anything, is easy about elk hunting, but two Northwest Montana men who have hunted them together for several years came up with a creative way get their bull out of the woods after a recent hunt.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

First snow of season causes dozens of accidents

Brief, but strong snow squalls resulted in slick roads that caused dozens of traffic accidents and slide-offs during the Wednesday morning commute in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Columbia Falls dentist drowns in boating accident

A well-known Columbia Falls dentist drowned in the Flathead River early Tuesday afternoon during a boating accident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Libby hunters pack out elk on mountain bikes

Little, if anything, is easy about elk hunting, but two Northwest Montana men who have hunted them together for several years came up with a creative way get their bull out of the woods after a recent hunt.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

First snow of season causes dozens of accidents

Brief, but strong snow squalls resulted in slick roads that caused dozens of traffic accidents and slide-offs during the Wednesday morning commute in the Flathead Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Libby hunters pack out elk on mountain bikes

Little, if anything, is easy about elk hunting, but two Northwest Montana men who have hunted them together for several years came up with a creative way get their bull out of the woods after a recent hunt.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Columbia Falls dentist drowns in boating accident

A well-known Columbia Falls dentist drowned in the Flathead River early Tuesday afternoon during a boating accident.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Active-shooter training set Saturday at GPI Airport

Users of Glacier Park International Airport need not panic when they see a large volume of Flathead Valley emergency responders there Saturday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Active-shooter training set Saturday at GPI Airport

Users of Glacier Park International Airport need not panic when they see a large volume of Flathead Valley emergency responders there Saturday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Voters decry divisiveness in midterm political battles

Flathead County voters preparing for Tuesday’s crucial midterm election still seem to be motivated by the same things they were two years ago leading up to the 2016 presidential election.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Voters decry divisiveness in midterm political battles

Flathead County voters preparing for Tuesday’s crucial midterm election still seem to be motivated by the same things they were two years ago leading up to the 2016 presidential election.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

ACLU sues sheriff over jailed immigrant

The American Civil Liberties Union is suing Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe, claiming he illegally detained a man at the request of federal officials.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

ACLU sues sheriff over jailed immigrant

The American Civil Liberties Union is suing Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe, claiming he illegally detained a man at the request of federal officials.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Two injured in head-on crash in Lake County

Two people were taken to the hospital after a head-on crash Friday afternoon south of Polson.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Two injured in head-on crash in Lake County

Two people were taken to the hospital after a head-on crash Friday afternoon south of Polson.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Columbia Falls teens accused of stealing car, gun

Five teen-aged boys from Flathead County are facing charges after Columbia Falls Police said they stole a car and a gun during a Halloween crime spree in the city.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Columbia Falls teens accused of stealing car, gun

Five teen-aged boys from Flathead County are facing charges after Columbia Falls Police said they stole a car and a gun during a Halloween crime spree in the city.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Whitefish will host session on $7.1 billion industry

It’s no secret that outdoors recreation in Montana is big business. Gov. Steve Bullock wants to see the growth continue.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Interest high in proposed 24.5-mile trail system

Trail lovers were optimistic after Tuesday evening’s Crystal Cedar Project meeting in Columbia Falls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Undersheriff adieu Leib closes out long career with Sheriff's Office

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office is in the midst of a transformation that hasn’t occurred in a long time and it begins Friday with the retirement of Undersheriff Dave Leib.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Whitefish will host session on $7.1 billion industry

It’s no secret that outdoors recreation in Montana is big business. Gov. Steve Bullock wants to see the growth continue.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Interest high in proposed 24.5-mile trail system

Trail lovers were optimistic after Tuesday evening’s Crystal Cedar Project meeting in Columbia Falls.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Undersheriff adieu Leib closes out long career with Sheriff's Office

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office is in the midst of a transformation that hasn’t occurred in a long time and it begins Friday with the retirement of Undersheriff Dave Leib.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Superior man dies in crash on Forest Service road

A 62-year-old Superior man died Sunday morning in a crash on a backcountry road in Mineral County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Superior man dies in crash on Forest Service road

A 62-year-old Superior man died Sunday morning in a crash on a backcountry road in Mineral County.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Drug court gets grant support for three years

Flathead County District Court Judge Heidi Ulbricht hopes a grant for a new drug treatment court will have a positive impact on families and children who are neglected and abused.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Drug court gets grant support for three years

Flathead County District Court Judge Heidi Ulbricht hopes a grant for a new drug treatment court will have a positive impact on families and children who are neglected and abused.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Trump Jr. rallies for Montana GOP at Fairgrounds

Donald Trump Jr. brought his “Montana Victory Tour” to Kalispell Saturday morning in a campaign stop for Montana’s Republican Congressional candidates at the Northwest Montana Fairgrounds Expo building.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Trump Jr. rallies for Montana GOP at Fairgrounds

Donald Trump Jr. brought his “Montana Victory Tour” to Kalispell Saturday morning in a campaign stop for Montana’s Republican Congressional candidates at the Northwest Montana Fairgrounds Expo building.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

New trail, timber harvest planned near C-Falls

The Hungry Horse-Glacier View Ranger District of the Flathead National Forest has proposed a plan for its Crystal Cedar project north of Columbia Falls that would include a timber harvest of nearly 4,000 acres as well as a new multi-use trail network.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Trial delayed in Hungry Horse shooting case

The trial of a Martin City man accused of shooting and killing another man in Hungry Horse in April won’t occur next month due to a change in his legal representation.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Braveheart ministry aims to recruit second chaplain

Braveheart Chaplain Ministry has served Flathead County for a decade and it’s getting ready for its first dinner, dance and auction Friday, Nov. 9 at Canvas Church in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Braveheart ministry aims to recruit second chaplain

Braveheart Chaplain Ministry has served Flathead County for a decade and it’s getting ready for its first dinner, dance and auction Friday, Nov. 9 at Canvas Church in Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

New trail, timber harvest planned near C-Falls

The Hungry Horse-Glacier View Ranger District of the Flathead National Forest has proposed a plan for its Crystal Cedar project north of Columbia Falls that would include a timber harvest of nearly 4,000 acres as well as a new multi-use trail network.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Trial delayed in Hungry Horse shooting case

The trial of a Martin City man accused of shooting and killing another man in Hungry Horse in April won’t occur next month due to a change in his legal representation.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Couple files lawsuit against man accused of vehicular assault

A Georgia couple who were severely injured after being struck by a vehicle in Whitefish in July have filed suit against the man who is accused of negligent vehicle assault in the incident.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Felon with long rap sheet may be released from prison

A former Whitefish area resident with a lengthy criminal record in Flathead County could be released from state prison before the end of the year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Felon with long rap sheet may be released from prison

A former Whitefish area resident with a lengthy criminal record in Flathead County could be released from state prison before the end of the year.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Veteran shot by police sues city, county

A Kalispell war veteran who was shot by Kalispell Police Department officers inside his home more than two years ago recently sued the city of Kalispell and Flathead County, along with Kalispell Police Officers Chad Zimmerman and Eric Brinton, and Sheriff’s Deputies Geno Cook and Kipp Tkachyk.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Veteran shot by police sues city, county

A Kalispell war veteran who was shot by Kalispell Police Department officers inside his home more than two years ago recently sued the city of Kalispell and Flathead County, along with Kalispell Police Officers Chad Zimmerman and Eric Brinton, and Sheriff’s Deputies Geno Cook and Kipp Tkachyk.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell's urban forestry awards honor tree-planting efforts

Kalispell resident Patricia Johnson was inside her Fourth Avenue home enduring treatment for breast cancer four years ago when she had an idea on how to improve the appearance of the neighborhood.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell's urban forestry awards honor tree-planting efforts

Kalispell resident Patricia Johnson was inside her Fourth Avenue home enduring treatment for breast cancer four years ago when she had an idea on how to improve the appearance of the neighborhood.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Mounted patrol: upholsterer serves as a leader in Sheriff's Posse

A bronc-bustin’ Hawaiian leading the Flathead County Sheriff’s Posse?
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Mounted patrol: upholsterer serves as a leader in Sheriff's Posse

A bronc-bustin’ Hawaiian leading the Flathead County Sheriff’s Posse?
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Longtime wildlife specialist has handled nearly 5,000 bears

Erik Wenum is known as the “bear guy,” and it’s an apt moniker, given the fact that he’s handled nearly 5,000 bears during his tenure with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Longtime wildlife specialist has handled nearly 5,000 bears

Erik Wenum is known as the “bear guy,” and it’s an apt moniker, given the fact that he’s handled nearly 5,000 bears during his tenure with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Couple sues Whitefish man accused of vehicular assault

A Georgia couple who were severely injured after being struck by a vehicle in Whitefish in July have filed suit against the man who is accused of negligent vehicle assault in the incident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Couple sues Whitefish man accused of vehicular assault

A Georgia couple who were severely injured after being struck by a vehicle in Whitefish in July have filed suit against the man who is accused of negligent vehicle assault in the incident.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell hunter bags record-book elk with a little good luck

Nine-year-old Olivia Warriner was a bit too young to join her dad, Odin, on his recent trip to the Upper Missouri River Breaks to hunt elk. While she wasn’t thrilled about having to stay home, she made sure dad was armed with everything he needed.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kalispell hunter bags record-book elk with a little good luck

Nine-year-old Olivia Warriner was a bit too young to join her dad, Odin, on his recent trip to the Upper Missouri River Breaks to hunt elk. While she wasn’t thrilled about having to stay home, she made sure dad was armed with everything he needed.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Sears bankruptcy won't affect local stores

Sears Holdings’ announcement Monday that it filed for bankruptcy won’t have an impact on the local Sears Hometown stores or Kmart in Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Sears bankruptcy won't affect local stores

Sears Holdings’ announcement Monday that it filed for bankruptcy won’t have an impact on the local Sears Hometown stores or Kmart in Northwest Montana.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Bundy claims state's rights at talk

Public land advocates and a group supporting its transfer to private ownership spoke their minds at two separate events Saturday in Whitefish.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Ammon Bundy speaks in Whitefish, groups hold rally in response

Public land advocates and a group supporting its transfer to private ownership spoke their minds at two separate events Saturday in Whitefish.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

In pursuit of perfection

Peter Laffin was sure about one thing: he didn’t want to stop archery hunting.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bundy's Whitefish visit met with protests

Public land advocates and a group supporting its tranfer to private ownership spoke their minds at two separate events Saturday in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

State's longest, highest span connects communities

The Koocanusa Bridge has been referred to as a “bridge that really doesn’t go anywhere” by some, but it hardly seems an apt description for Montana’s longest and highest bridge.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Marina on Lake Koocanusa offers big concert venue, restaurant

It was 1980 when Larry Stewart hitchhiked out of a Wyoming oil patch and into Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

In pursuit of perfection

Peter Laffin was sure about one thing: he didn’t want to stop archery hunting.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bundy's Whitefish visit met with protests

Public land advocates and a group supporting its tranfer to private ownership spoke their minds at two separate events Saturday in Whitefish.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

State's longest, highest span connects communities

The Koocanusa Bridge has been referred to as a “bridge that really doesn’t go anywhere” by some, but it hardly seems an apt description for Montana’s longest and highest bridge.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Marina on Lake Koocanusa offers big concert venue, restaurant

It was 1980 when Larry Stewart hitchhiked out of a Wyoming oil patch and into Northwest Montana.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

A game of griz and mouse in the North Fork

Coyotes and fox, even wolves, are well-known as mousers. But a grizzly?
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Popular trail guidebook updated for 20th anniversary

It was a simple idea that prompted Stormy Good Monod to compile a list of hikes 20 years ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

A game of griz and mouse in the North Fork

Coyotes and fox, even wolves, are well-known as mousers. But a grizzly?
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Popular trail guidebook updated for 20th anniversary

It was a simple idea that prompted Stormy Good Monod to compile a list of hikes 20 years ago.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Flathead man faces federal weapons charges

A Flathead Valley man is facing several federal charges after authorities said he illegally provided dynamite and an improvised grenade to others on two separate occasions earlier this year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Flathead man faces federal weapons charges

A Flathead Valley man is facing several federal charges after authorities said he illegally provided dynamite and an improvised grenade to others on two separate occasions earlier this year.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Preparations underway for Bigfork parking expansion

Efforts by members of the Bigfork Community Development Foundation Trust continue this fall in preparation to expand downtown parking.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Preparations underway for Bigfork parking expansion

Efforts by members of the Bigfork Community Development Foundation Trust continue this fall in preparation to expand downtown parking.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Hit-and-run victim remembered as legendary athlete

William “Bumps” Winter is being remembered fondly by legions of Flathead Valley residents.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Hit-and-run victim remembered as legendary athlete

William “Bumps” Winter is being remembered fondly by legions of Flathead Valley residents.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

One of two lawsuits over Creston tower dropped

The saga surrounding the placement of a WiFi tower near the Creston School is not over.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

One of two lawsuits over Creston tower dropped

The saga surrounding the placement of a WiFi tower near the Creston School is not over.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Developer sues county for thwarting subdivision

A Whitefish-based development company that planned to subdivide an area at Montana Raceway Park has sued the Flathead County commissioners for rejecting a proposed residential development.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Developer sues county for thwarting subdivision

A Whitefish-based development company that planned to subdivide an area at Montana Raceway Park has sued the Flathead County commissioners for rejecting a proposed residential development.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell resumes job search for top cop

The city of Kalispell has resumed its search for a new police chief.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Judge denies probation release for Dick Dasen Sr.

A former Kalispell businessman who was convicted of four counts of prostitution, sexual abuse of children and promotion of prostitution more than a decade ago won’t be getting an early release from probation.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell resumes job search for top cop

The city of Kalispell has resumed its search for a new police chief.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Judge denies probation release for Dick Dasen Sr.

A former Kalispell businessman who was convicted of four counts of prostitution, sexual abuse of children and promotion of prostitution more than a decade ago won’t be getting an early release from probation.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Victim ID'd in fatal hit-and-run

Kalispell Police have identified the victim of a fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred Sept. 27, in downtown Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Victim ID'd in fatal hit-and-run

Kalispell Police have identified the victim of a fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred Sept. 27, in downtown Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ammon Bundy to speak at Whitefish event

“This West is Our West,” a group that bills itself as a collection of voices throughout the Western states that are opposed to government regulation, will hold a day-long seminar Saturday, Oct. 13, at the Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

It's prime time for fall colors in Northwest Montana

The fall colors are popping now in Northwest Montana and Flathead Valley, and finding the hot spots in the region takes little more than jumping in the vehicle and keeping an eye out.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ammon Bundy to speak at Whitefish event

“This West is Our West,” a group that bills itself as a collection of voices throughout the Western states that are opposed to government regulation, will hold a day-long seminar Saturday, Oct. 13, at the Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

It's prime time for fall colors in Northwest Montana

The fall colors are popping now in Northwest Montana and Flathead Valley, and finding the hot spots in the region takes little more than jumping in the vehicle and keeping an eye out.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

White-tailed bucks battle to the end

If area hunters were wondering if white-tailed bucks have begun the rut in the Flathead Valley, the answer is unequivocally yes.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

White-tailed bucks battle to the end

If area hunters were wondering if white-tailed bucks have begun the rut in the Flathead Valley, the answer is unequivocally yes.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell Police investigate hit-and-run

The Kalispell Police Department is asking for the public’s help in its investigation of a West Side hit-and-run crash that occurred Thursday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell Police investigate hit-and-run

The Kalispell Police Department is asking for the public’s help in its investigation of a West Side hit-and-run crash that occurred Thursday evening.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

1 structure destroyed in new Yaak wildfire

Investigators are trying to determine the cause of a small wildfire that destroyed one outbuilding on the Kootenai National Forest south of Yaak.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

1 structure destroyed in new Yaak wildfire

Investigators are trying to determine the cause of a small wildfire that destroyed one outbuilding on the Kootenai National Forest south of Yaak.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Director says she doesn't recall receiving summons

Northwest Montana United Way Executive Director Sherry Stevens has responded to a lawsuit filed against the agency by a Whitefish man who provided the collateral that allowed United Way to complete the $2.3 million purchase of Gateway Community Center in 2015.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Hold tight! Fun prepping for rifle season

Thirty-seven years getting ready for hunting season and I’d never allowed such a dumb thing to happen.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Hold tight! Fun prepping for rifle season

Thirty-seven years getting ready for hunting season and I’d never allowed such a dumb thing to happen.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Director says she doesn't recall receiving summons

Northwest Montana United Way Executive Director Sherry Stevens has responded to a lawsuit filed against the agency by a Whitefish man who provided the collateral that allowed United Way to complete the $2.3 million purchase of Gateway Community Center in 2015.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Birds of prey - up close

Oohs and aahs were very audible at Montana Wild Wings’ Birds of Prey Festival at Lone Pine State Park recently.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Birds of prey - up close

Oohs and aahs were very audible at Montana Wild Wings’ Birds of Prey Festival at Lone Pine State Park recently.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Land and Water Conservation Fund set to expire

The clock is ticking for the U.S. Congress to reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund, set to expire at the end of September.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Land and Water Conservation Fund set to expire

The clock is ticking for the U.S. Congress to reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund, set to expire at the end of September.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Mobile crime lab helps with toughest cases

After years of working out of 1980s-era ambulance, the Kalispell Police Department has a new tool at its disposal when investigating major crimes.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Mobile crime lab helps with toughest cases

After years of working out of 1980s-era ambulance, the Kalispell Police Department has a new tool at its disposal when investigating major crimes.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

D'oh! What to do if you hit a deer

It’s that time of year — white-tailed deer are more active as bucks are starting to seek does for breeding — and it’s not good news for Northwest Montana drivers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

D'oh! What to do if you hit a deer

It’s that time of year — white-tailed deer are more active as bucks are starting to seek does for breeding — and it’s not good news for Northwest Montana drivers.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Antique motorcycle race cruises through Kalispell

The fifth Motorcycle Cannonball antique endurance run rolled into Kalispell Thursday afternoon with bike enthusiasts greeting the road-weary riders at the Red Lion Inn.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Antique motorcycle race cruises through Kalispell

The fifth Motorcycle Cannonball antique endurance run rolled into Kalispell Thursday afternoon with bike enthusiasts greeting the road-weary riders at the Red Lion Inn.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Snagging kokanee on the Tobacco River

It’s kokanee season in Northwest Montana and Monday I participated in the annual tradition that many have for decades.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Snagging kokanee on the Tobacco River

It’s kokanee season in Northwest Montana and Monday I participated in the annual tradition that many have for decades.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Counselor draws on personal experience

Brandon Spangler’s path to working as a counselor at the Flathead Vet Center was not an easy one, but it does make him uniquely qualified for his work in helping veterans.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Alleged meth dealer now a fugitive

A man who pleaded guilty to bringing a large amount of methamphetamine into the Flathead Valley two years ago is now a fugitive from justice.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Thompson Park gets playground upgrade

Kalispell’s Thompson Memorial Park has been a place where neighborhood kids have played and blown off steam for nearly a century.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Montana State Bar meeting attracts legal leaders to Kalispell

A number of the United States’ heavy hitters in the legal profession will be in Kalispell next week as the city hosts the State Bar of Montana’s annual meeting Sept. 20-22.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Alleged meth dealer now a fugitive

A man who pleaded guilty to bringing a large amount of methamphetamine into the Flathead Valley two years ago is now a fugitive from justice.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Thompson Park gets playground upgrade

Kalispell’s Thompson Memorial Park has been a place where neighborhood kids have played and blown off steam for nearly a century.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Montana State Bar meeting attracts legal leaders to Kalispell

A number of the United States’ heavy hitters in the legal profession will be in Kalispell next week as the city hosts the State Bar of Montana’s annual meeting Sept. 20-22.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Counselor draws on personal experience

Brandon Spangler’s path to working as a counselor at the Flathead Vet Center was not an easy one, but it does make him uniquely qualified for his work in helping veterans.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Students dive into fish science

More than 100 third-grade students from the Flathead Valley learned about nature, fish, wildlife and the environment at the Fish Fun Fair Event held recently at the Creston National Fish Hatchery.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Students dive into fish science

More than 100 third-grade students from the Flathead Valley learned about nature, fish, wildlife and the environment at the Fish Fun Fair Event held recently at the Creston National Fish Hatchery.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Mailbox thefts on the rise in Bigfork area

Thefts from mailboxes in the Flathead Valley have been on the rise for the past month, particularly in the Bigfork area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man charged in fatal DUI pleads not guilty

A man accused of negligent homicide in a DUI crash more than three years ago pleaded not guilty Thursday in the Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man charged in fatal DUI pleads not guilty

A man accused of negligent homicide in a DUI crash more than three years ago pleaded not guilty Thursday in the Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Mailbox thefts on the rise in Bigfork area

Thefts from mailboxes in the Flathead Valley have been on the rise for the past month, particularly in the Bigfork area.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested in Fresh Life burglary

A transient man is lodged in the Flathead County Jail after police said he burglarized a Kalispell church last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Billings farm boy 'decided to take a chance'

Elmer Bastrom of Whitefish was a farm boy from the Billings area when he decided he wanted to move to the Flathead Valley to work on Hungry Horse Dam.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

State mulls U.S. 93 upgrades near Somers

The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on a proposal to study improvement options on a segment of U.S. 93 near Somers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested in Fresh Life burglary

A transient man is lodged in the Flathead County Jail after police said he burglarized a Kalispell church last week.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Billings farm boy 'decided to take a chance'

Elmer Bastrom of Whitefish was a farm boy from the Billings area when he decided he wanted to move to the Flathead Valley to work on Hungry Horse Dam.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

State mulls U.S. 93 upgrades near Somers

The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on a proposal to study improvement options on a segment of U.S. 93 near Somers.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

The perils of building a dam had life-or-death consequences

When Paul Cannaday found himself swimming in concrete during the building of Hungry Horse Dam, it wasn’t the hairiest situation he had faced in his young life.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

The perils of building a dam had life-or-death consequences

When Paul Cannaday found himself swimming in concrete during the building of Hungry Horse Dam, it wasn’t the hairiest situation he had faced in his young life.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Howe Ridge Fire fight exceeds $10 million

Hot, dry and windy conditions Friday spurred the growth of two wildfires in Glacier National Park and pushed the cost of battling the Howe Ridge blaze past the $10 million mark.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Howe Ridge Fire fight exceeds $10 million

Hot, dry and windy conditions Friday spurred the growth of two wildfires in Glacier National Park and pushed the cost of battling the Howe Ridge blaze past the $10 million mark.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Food-conditioned grizzly put down; 3 others moved

With bears on the move looking for food, officials with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks were busy with several incidents last week, including the euthanization of one food-conditioned bear.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Creston School wireless tower approved

Creston School is moving forward with its plans to install a Wi-Fi tower on school property.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Food-conditioned grizzly put down; 3 others moved

With bears on the move looking for food, officials with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks were busy with several incidents last week, including the euthanization of one food-conditioned bear.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Creston School wireless tower approved

Creston School is moving forward with its plans to install a Wi-Fi tower on school property.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Star Meadow residents dispute gated road

The recent installation of a gate across a gravel road that has been used by the public for several decades has residents in the Star Meadows area unhappy.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Star Meadow residents dispute gated road

The recent installation of a gate across a gravel road that has been used by the public for several decades has residents in the Star Meadows area unhappy.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Star Meadow residents dispute gated road

The recent installation of a gate across a gravel road that has been used by the public for several decades has residents in the Star Meadows area unhappy.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Police investigate break-in at fairgrounds

The Kalispell Police Department is investigating a break-in that occurred earlier this week at the Flathead County Fairgrounds.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Police investigate break-in at fairgrounds

The Kalispell Police Department is investigating a break-in that occurred earlier this week at the Flathead County Fairgrounds.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Gear check: New gadgets for archery season

Archery season is underway in Montana for deer and elk, and it’s hard to argue that any pursuit is more specialized when it comes to gear.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Gear check: New gadgets for archery season

Archery season is underway in Montana for deer and elk, and it’s hard to argue that any pursuit is more specialized when it comes to gear.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Tester urges Senate to address missing and murdered Native American women

Citing an epidemic, U.S. Senator Jon Tester, D-Mont., called on the Senate to hold a hearing on the issue of missing and murdered Native American women.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Tester urges Senate to address missing and murdered Native American women

Citing an epidemic, U.S. Senator Jon Tester, D-Mont., called on the Senate to hold a hearing on the issue of missing and murdered Native American women.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

11th annual classic car show opens in Bigfork

Bigfork’s 11th Annual “Rumble in the Bay” kicked off Saturday morning at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4042.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

11th annual classic car show opens in Bigfork

Bigfork’s 11th Annual “Rumble in the Bay” kicked off Saturday morning at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4042.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Rattlesnake, Howe Ridge fires kept in check

Several wildfires continued to burn in Northwest Montana on Saturday, but the weather conditions and the efforts of hundreds of firefighters have kept things largely in check.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Rattlesnake, Howe Ridge fires kept in check

Several wildfires continued to burn in Northwest Montana on Saturday, but the weather conditions and the efforts of hundreds of firefighters have kept things largely in check.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

DUI patrols ramp up for Labor Day weekend

Labor Day weekend is the traditional end of summer. Statistics show it’s also a time when the rate of people driving under the influence increases.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

DUI patrols ramp up for Labor Day weekend

Labor Day weekend is the traditional end of summer. Statistics show it’s also a time when the rate of people driving under the influence increases.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man wanted for negligent homicide arrested in Virginia

A fugitive wanted on a negligent homicide charge after an alleged DUI crash that killed a Kalispell woman more than three years ago was brought back to Flathead County Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man wanted for negligent homicide arrested in Virginia

A fugitive wanted on a negligent homicide charge after an alleged DUI crash that killed a Kalispell woman more than three years ago was brought back to Flathead County Thursday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Suspicious wildfire burns 2,000 acres in Lake County

A wildfire of suspicious origin broke out Thursday afternoon in Lake County on Flathead Reservation land and quickly spread to 2,000 acres overnight.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Suspicious wildfire burns 2,000 acres in Lake County

A wildfire of suspicious origin broke out Thursday afternoon in Lake County on Flathead Reservation land and quickly spread to 2,000 acres overnight.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Corrigan resigns as Flathead attorney

Longtime Flathead County Attorney Ed Corrigan’s last day on the job was Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Corrigan resigns as Flathead attorney

Longtime Flathead County Attorney Ed Corrigan’s last day on the job was Thursday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire lines hold on Howe Ridge blaze

A wildfire burning in Glacier National Park remained near the Going-to-the-Sun Road, but the overall growth of the blaze was described as moderate by fire officials on Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire lines hold on Howe Ridge blaze

A wildfire burning in Glacier National Park remained near the Going-to-the-Sun Road, but the overall growth of the blaze was described as moderate by fire officials on Thursday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of stabbing partner denies homicide charge

A Whitefish man accused of killing a Kalispell man during a domestic dispute earlier this month pleaded not guilty Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of stabbing partner denies homicide charge

A Whitefish man accused of killing a Kalispell man during a domestic dispute earlier this month pleaded not guilty Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Stage 2 restrictions lifted across region

Just in time for Labor Day weekend, cooperating interagency fire managers across Northwest Montana are set to rescind Stage 2 fire restrictions at 12:01 a.m. Friday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Stage 2 restrictions lifted across region

Just in time for Labor Day weekend, cooperating interagency fire managers across Northwest Montana are set to rescind Stage 2 fire restrictions at 12:01 a.m. Friday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Howe Ridge Fire within 150 feet of Going-to-the-Sun Road

Despite a soaking rain that dropped up to half an inch of moisture across Northwest Montana from Sunday afternoon through Monday morning, the Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park has burned to within 150 feet of Going-to-Sun Road.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Howe Ridge Fire within 150 feet of Going-to-the-Sun Road

Despite a soaking rain that dropped up to half an inch of moisture across Northwest Montana from Sunday afternoon through Monday morning, the Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park has burned to within 150 feet of Going-to-Sun Road.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Northwest Montana gets money for border security

A number of counties in Northwest Montana are getting grants to help with border security.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Northwest Montana gets money for border security

A number of counties in Northwest Montana are getting grants to help with border security.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kila man accused of brutal assault sent for mental evaluation

A Kila man stands accused of a vicious beating and sexual assault of a woman in several incidents late last year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kila man accused of brutal assault sent for mental evaluation

A Kila man stands accused of a vicious beating and sexual assault of a woman in several incidents late last year.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Battalion of aircraft fight fires from the sky

Firefighters battling wildland blazes in Northwest Montana for the last month do a lot of grueling, dirty, tough work. But much of what they do would not be possible without the support of equipment that drop water on the fires, such as water tankers and helicopters.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Battalion of aircraft fight fires from the sky

Firefighters battling wildland blazes in Northwest Montana for the last month do a lot of grueling, dirty, tough work. But much of what they do would not be possible without the support of equipment that drop water on the fires, such as water tankers and helicopters.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Howe Ridge, Waterton fires remain active, yet stable

Both fires burning in Glacier National Park grew Friday as high winds arrived with a low pressure system.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Howe Ridge, Waterton fires remain active, yet stable

Both fires burning in Glacier National Park grew Friday as high winds arrived with a low pressure system.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

UM study: longer dry seasons leading to more severe fires

Changes in precipitation patterns have had direct impacts on the duration and severity of wildfires in the western United States, according to a recent study.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

UM study: longer dry seasons leading to more severe fires

Changes in precipitation patterns have had direct impacts on the duration and severity of wildfires in the western United States, according to a recent study.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire efforts ramp up as 'dynamic' weather approaches

Sunday’s forecasted rain and colder temperatures can’t get here soon enough for crews battling wildfires in Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire efforts ramp up as 'dynamic' weather approaches

Sunday’s forecasted rain and colder temperatures can’t get here soon enough for crews battling wildfires in Northwest Montana.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fourth Wild and Scenic river meeting next Wednesday

The fourth in a series of public meetings about a new plan for the three forks of the Flathead River will be held Wednesday, Aug. 29, at 6 p.m. on the lower level of the Flathead Community College’s Arts and Technology building. The meeting will focus on fisheries monitoring, management …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Senator Daines touts forest management bill

As wildfires rage and the logging industry faces an uncertain future, U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., is pushing the topic of forest management with a bill he says will break a logjam of litigation surrounding dozens of timber sales in Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Senator Daines touts forest management bill

As wildfires rage and the logging industry faces an uncertain future, U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., is pushing the topic of forest management with a bill he says will break a logjam of litigation surrounding dozens of timber sales in Montana.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fourth Wild and Scenic river meeting next Wednesday

The fourth in a series of public meetings about a new plan for the three forks of the Flathead River will be held Wednesday, Aug. 29, at 6 p.m. on the lower level of the Flathead Community College’s Arts and Technology building. The meeting will focus on fisheries monitoring, management …
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fires on Kootenai National Forest continue to grow

Two wildfires burning on the Kootenai National Forest continued to grow overnight Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fires on Kootenai National Forest continue to grow

Two wildfires burning on the Kootenai National Forest continued to grow overnight Wednesday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Super Scoopers return to Howe Ridge Fire

The Canadian CL-215 “Super Scoopers” were back to work on the Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park on Wednesday, dropping water on the southwest edge in an effort to slow growth as the fire approached the Inside North Fork Road. Helicopters also dropped water on spots near Camas Creek …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Super Scoopers return to Howe Ridge Fire

The Canadian CL-215 “Super Scoopers” were back to work on the Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park on Wednesday, dropping water on the southwest edge in an effort to slow growth as the fire approached the Inside North Fork Road. Helicopters also dropped water on spots near Camas Creek …
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Rain, even snow, in the forecast

Cooler temperatures and a chance of rain at the end of this weekend may provide some relief to the firefighters battling several fires in Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Rain, even snow, in the forecast

Cooler temperatures and a chance of rain at the end of this weekend may provide some relief to the firefighters battling several fires in Northwest Montana.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

DREAM Adaptive's new director worked with Paralympic athletes

Julie Tickle has only been in the Flathead Valley for a short time, but she has quickly made an impression.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

DREAM Adaptive's new director worked with Paralympic athletes

Julie Tickle has only been in the Flathead Valley for a short time, but she has quickly made an impression.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Agencies collaborate on new plan for three forks of Flathead

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, which had some of its beginnings here in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Agencies collaborate on new plan for three forks of Flathead

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, which had some of its beginnings here in the Flathead Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fair's livestock auction tops half million again!

The 2018 Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo market stock sale grossed $562,218 Saturday as local 4-H and FFA members said goodbye to their steers, hogs and lambs.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire officials say weather holds the key

Weather plays a big role in the beginning of wildfires as well as how quickly they grow and when they will end, and that will be the case with this year’s fires that are burning in Glacier National Park and the Flathead National Forest.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The fastest rooster won.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The fastest rooster won.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The fastest rooster won.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fair's livestock auction tops half million again!

The 2018 Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo market stock sale grossed $562,218 Saturday as local 4-H and FFA members said goodbye to their steers, hogs and lambs.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Fire officials say weather holds the key

Weather plays a big role in the beginning of wildfires as well as how quickly they grow and when they will end, and that will be the case with this year’s fires that are burning in Glacier National Park and the Flathead National Forest.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Officials ID woman killed in crash on Kalispell bypass

A woman who died in a two-vehicle wreck on the U.S. 93 bypass in Kalispell on Wednesday has been identified.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of hitting woman with pickup at bar

A Kalispell man is in jail after he allegedly rammed into a woman with his pickup truck following an altercation at an Evergreen bar Saturday night.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Smith Valley Fire floats levy request

The Smith Valley Fire Department is seeking a mill levy increase to expand its workforce.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of hitting woman with pickup at bar

A Kalispell man is in jail after he allegedly rammed into a woman with his pickup truck following an altercation at an Evergreen bar Saturday night.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Officials ID woman killed in crash on Kalispell bypass

A woman who died in a two-vehicle wreck on the U.S. 93 bypass in Kalispell on Wednesday has been identified.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Smith Valley Fire floats levy request

The Smith Valley Fire Department is seeking a mill levy increase to expand its workforce.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Crews work to protect structures near Essex fire

The Paola Ridge Fire grew to more than 400 acres Thursday and with it the force battling the blaze.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Crews work to protect structures near Essex fire

The Paola Ridge Fire grew to more than 400 acres Thursday and with it the force battling the blaze.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Howe Ridge Fire expands to 3,500 acres

The Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park burned actively throughout Wednesday night, expanding an additional 900 acres to 3,500 total acres burned.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Howe Ridge Fire expands to 3,500 acres

The Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park burned actively throughout Wednesday night, expanding an additional 900 acres to 3,500 total acres burned.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Fatal wreck on U.S. 93 bypass

A woman died in a two-vehicle wreck on U.S. 93 bypass Wednesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Fatal wreck on U.S. 93 bypass

A woman died in a two-vehicle wreck on U.S. 93 bypass Wednesday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

North Carolina woman killed in crash near Yaak

A 46-year-old North Carolina woman died in a wreck early Tuesday morning on a Forest Service road in Lincoln County, northeast of Yaak.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

North Carolina woman killed in crash near Yaak

A 46-year-old North Carolina woman died in a wreck early Tuesday morning on a Forest Service road in Lincoln County, northeast of Yaak.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New phone scam targets Flathead Valley residents

The telephone scams just keep coming.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New phone scam targets Flathead Valley residents

The telephone scams just keep coming.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Lawsuit shows Park Service agreed to close Haystack turnoff after 1982 death

When Kalispell resident Mary Handford heard about the death of a 15-year-old boy from Idaho July 31 at Haystack Creek in Glacier National Park, she said it turned her blood cold.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Lawsuit shows Park Service agreed to close Haystack turnoff after 1982 death

When Kalispell resident Mary Handford heard about the death of a 15-year-old boy from Idaho July 31 at Haystack Creek in Glacier National Park, she said it turned her blood cold.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Butte man killed in head-on crash in Polson

A 38-year-old man from Butte was killed in a two-vehicle head-on crash Friday evening in Polson.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Butte man killed in head-on crash in Polson

A 38-year-old man from Butte was killed in a two-vehicle head-on crash Friday evening in Polson.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Libby man lying in highway killed by vehicle

A 34-year-old Libby man died after being run over by a vehicle on U.S. 2 early Thursday morning in Lincoln County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Libby man lying in highway killed by vehicle

A 34-year-old Libby man died after being run over by a vehicle on U.S. 2 early Thursday morning in Lincoln County.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork man found guilty of running Ponzi scheme

A Bigfork man with a lengthy criminal record for felony theft and fraud was recently found guilty in U.S. District Court in Billings of 21 counts for running a Ponzi scheme.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork man found guilty of running Ponzi scheme

A Bigfork man with a lengthy criminal record for felony theft and fraud was recently found guilty in U.S. District Court in Billings of 21 counts for running a Ponzi scheme.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Police: Domestic dispute led to fatal stabbing

An apparent domestic dispute between two Kalispell men who were in a relationship led to one allegedly stabbing the other to death early Sunday morning at a west-side residence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Police: Domestic dispute led to fatal stabbing

An apparent domestic dispute between two Kalispell men who were in a relationship led to one allegedly stabbing the other to death early Sunday morning at a west-side residence.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Team learns how to investigate wildlife attacks

When a wild animal attacks a person, it’s big news, but few know what goes on behind the scenes when wildlife professionals respond.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Team learns how to investigate wildlife attacks

When a wild animal attacks a person, it’s big news, but few know what goes on behind the scenes when wildlife professionals respond.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

U.S. settles lawsuit with BNSF Railway

The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Friday that BNSF Railway has agreed to settle a lawsuit brought on behalf of the Forest Service regarding damage to a paved road on the Kootenai National Forest in 2011.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

U.S. settles lawsuit with BNSF Railway

The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Friday that BNSF Railway has agreed to settle a lawsuit brought on behalf of the Forest Service regarding damage to a paved road on the Kootenai National Forest in 2011.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Amtrak traffic rerouted by bus due to BN derailment

A train derailment in Cut Bank led to a rough night for several passengers on a westbound Amtrak train.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Dead grizzly bear found near Hungry Horse Reservoir

An adult female grizzly bear was found dead in the Spotted Bear area south of Hungry Horse Reservoir. The cause of death is unknown.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Amtrak traffic rerouted by bus due to BN derailment

A train derailment in Cut Bank led to a rough night for several passengers on a westbound Amtrak train.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Dead grizzly bear found near Hungry Horse Reservoir

An adult female grizzly bear was found dead in the Spotted Bear area south of Hungry Horse Reservoir. The cause of death is unknown.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Candlelight vigil tonight for drowning victim

There will be a candlelight vigil tonight for the Whitefish woman who was found dead in Kalispell Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

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There will be a candlelight vigil tonight for the Whitefish woman who was found dead in Kalispell Wednesday.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Candlelight vigil tonight for drowning victim

There will be a candlelight vigil tonight for the Whitefish woman who was found dead in Kalispell Wednesday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man accused of vehicular assault pleads not guilty

A Whitefish man accused of striking two pedestrians with his car in downtown Whitefish last month pleaded not guilty to two counts of negligent vehicle assault Thursday in Flathead District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man accused of vehicular assault pleads not guilty

A Whitefish man accused of striking two pedestrians with his car in downtown Whitefish last month pleaded not guilty to two counts of negligent vehicle assault Thursday in Flathead District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman jailed after police chase

An allegedly armed Kalispell woman was jailed Tuesday evening after she led several law enforcement officers on a high-speed chase through Kalispell and into Evergreen.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Body of missing woman found in car in pond

The body of a missing Whitefish woman was found Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman jailed after police chase

An allegedly armed Kalispell woman was jailed Tuesday evening after she led several law enforcement officers on a high-speed chase through Kalispell and into Evergreen.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Body of missing woman found in car in pond

The body of a missing Whitefish woman was found Wednesday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Crews tend to small wildfire in Glacier Park

Glacier National Park’s first wildfire of the season was sparked Monday evening along the southern border of the park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Crews tend to small wildfire in Glacier Park

Glacier National Park’s first wildfire of the season was sparked Monday evening along the southern border of the park.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff's Posse fundraising to buy Evergreen facility

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Posse’s efforts to find a new home is still a work in progress, but with a tentative agreement to buy the old roller rink on Shady Lane in Evergreen, it is closer than ever.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Patrol: speed a factor in fatal Lincoln County crash

Excessive speed is believed to be a factor in a rollover crash Friday evening in Lincoln County that left one woman dead and sent another man to the hospital.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Patrol: speed a factor in fatal Lincoln County crash

Excessive speed is believed to be a factor in a rollover crash Friday evening in Lincoln County that left one woman dead and sent another man to the hospital.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Trooper: Pickup traveling 95 mph before fatal crash

Authorities say speed was a factor in a fiery crash Thursday afternoon that left two people dead on U.S. 2 near Columbia Falls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Trooper: Pickup traveling 95 mph before fatal crash

Authorities say speed was a factor in a fiery crash Thursday afternoon that left two people dead on U.S. 2 near Columbia Falls.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of tossing explosives at Fourth crowd

A Belgrade man celebrating the July 4 holiday in Hungry Horse is facing a felony charge after law enforcement officials said he threw an explosive device at a crowd of people.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of tossing explosives at Fourth crowd

A Belgrade man celebrating the July 4 holiday in Hungry Horse is facing a felony charge after law enforcement officials said he threw an explosive device at a crowd of people.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

2 killed in fiery crash on U.S. 2

A fatal head-on crash shut down U.S. 2 north of Glacier Park International Airport on Thursday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

2 killed in fiery crash on U.S. 2

A fatal head-on crash shut down U.S. 2 north of Glacier Park International Airport on Thursday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Col. Falls man arrested for shooting in North Fork

A Columbia Falls man is behind bars after a dispute during a family outing led to a shooting Sunday evening on the North Fork Road near Moose Lake.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Col. Falls man arrested for shooting in North Fork

A Columbia Falls man is behind bars after a dispute during a family outing led to a shooting Sunday evening on the North Fork Road near Moose Lake.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Trout Unlimited supports local veterans with annual fly-fishing trip

For Peter Ziehli, who served his country in the U.S. Army in the Afghanistan War, time spent on the Flathead River fishing for trout is extremely meaningful.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Trout Unlimited supports local veterans with annual fly-fishing trip

For Peter Ziehli, who served his country in the U.S. Army in the Afghanistan War, time spent on the Flathead River fishing for trout is extremely meaningful.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Residents sound off on wireless tower

Things got heated at Thursday evening’s meeting at Creston School regarding a wireless internet tower proposed for the area. About two dozen Creston-area residents attended and many shared their feelings about the tower.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell's Lawrence Park gets new trail

It wasn’t long ago that Kalispell’s Lawrence Park had developed an unfavorable reputation. Transients had taken over a wooded area across from the main pavilion with the Stillwater River bordering the southeast side.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Residents sound off on wireless tower

Things got heated at Thursday evening’s meeting at Creston School regarding a wireless internet tower proposed for the area. About two dozen Creston-area residents attended and many shared their feelings about the tower.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell's Lawrence Park gets new trail

It wasn’t long ago that Kalispell’s Lawrence Park had developed an unfavorable reputation. Transients had taken over a wooded area across from the main pavilion with the Stillwater River bordering the southeast side.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads not guilty to killing father

The Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a July 9 dispute pleaded not guilty Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court in front of Judge Dan Wilson.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man pleads not guilty to killing father

The Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a July 9 dispute pleaded not guilty Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court in front of Judge Dan Wilson.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man pleads not guilty to killing father

The Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a July 9 dispute pleaded not guilty Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court in front of Judge Dan Wilson.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Wireless tower proposed at Creston School

The Creston School District will hold an informational meeting today about a wireless internet tower proposed to go up near Creston School.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Wireless tower proposed at Creston School

The Creston School District will hold an informational meeting today about a wireless internet tower proposed to go up near Creston School.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Driver who hit pedestrians failed breath test, police say

The Whitefish man accused of striking two pedestrians with his car in downtown Whitefish on Saturday was legally drunk according to a breath test taken by police, court documents say.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Driver who hit pedestrians failed breath test, police say

The Whitefish man accused of striking two pedestrians with his car in downtown Whitefish on Saturday was legally drunk according to a breath test taken by police, court documents say.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

No serious injuries in 3-vehicle wreck on Highway 206

There were no serious injuries in a three-vehicle wreck on Highway 206 late Sunday morning, according to Montana Highway Patrol.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

No serious injuries in 3-vehicle wreck on Highway 206

There were no serious injuries in a three-vehicle wreck on Highway 206 late Sunday morning, according to Montana Highway Patrol.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man allegedly admits to killing father

The Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a July 9 dispute allegedly admitted to law enforcement officers that he stabbed and killed the man that had taken responsibility for caring for him after he diagnosed with a mental illness.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man allegedly admits to killing father

The Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a July 9 dispute allegedly admitted to law enforcement officers that he stabbed and killed the man that had taken responsibility for caring for him after he diagnosed with a mental illness.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

DREAM Adaptive celebrates 10th summer of watersports program

Robin Idol has lived with a degenerative disease for two decades, but she has not let it keep her from living the life she desires.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

DREAM Adaptive celebrates 10th summer of watersports program

Robin Idol has lived with a degenerative disease for two decades, but she has not let it keep her from living the life she desires.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of killing father held on $300,000 bail

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a July 9 altercation in Whitefish had his initial court appearance Thursday in front of Flathead District Court Judge Dan Wilson.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man accused of killing father held on $300,000 bail

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a July 9 altercation in Whitefish had his initial court appearance Thursday in front of Flathead District Court Judge Dan Wilson.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kayakers rescued from Flathead River logjam

Two kayakers were rescued from the Flathead River on Tuesday evening after they were caught in a logjam.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kayakers rescued from Flathead River logjam

Two kayakers were rescued from the Flathead River on Tuesday evening after they were caught in a logjam.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Rainy June likely to blame for Glacier visitation dip

Visitation to Glacier National Park in June was down considerably from the same month in 2017, even though Going-to-the-Sun Road opened five days earlier than it did a year ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Rainy June likely to blame for Glacier visitation dip

Visitation to Glacier National Park in June was down considerably from the same month in 2017, even though Going-to-the-Sun Road opened five days earlier than it did a year ago.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Wind whips up grass fire near bypass

A grass fire along the U.S. 93 bypass in Kalispell kept area firefighters busy Tuesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

1 injured in rollover on Sun Road

A rollover crash on Going-to-the-Sun road in Glacier National Park sent one person to the hospital Tuesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Wind whips up grass fire near bypass

A grass fire along the U.S. 93 bypass in Kalispell kept area firefighters busy Tuesday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

1 injured in rollover on Sun Road

A rollover crash on Going-to-the-Sun road in Glacier National Park sent one person to the hospital Tuesday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with stabbing death of father

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a Monday-evening dispute had a difficult past, including being diagnosed with mental illness, court documents state.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man accused of killing father

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a Monday-evening dispute had a difficult past, including being diagnosed with schizophrenia, court documents state.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish man accused of killing father

A Whitefish man accused of killing his father in a Monday-evening dispute had a difficult past, including being diagnosed with schizophrenia, court documents state.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Truck crashes through gym

A truck crashed into the Straight Blast Gym in Whitefish Friday evening, but there were no injuries.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Truck crashes into Whitefish gym

A truck crashed into the Straight Blast Gym in Whitefish Friday evening, but there were no injuries.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Native bull trout reintroduced to Glacier lakes

Native fish, specifically bull trout, have taken it on the chin for many years in Glacier National Park as lake trout took over the park’s waters.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish woman takes up fight for prison reform

A Whitefish woman has joined a national effort targeting prison reform and inmate rehabilitation.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish woman takes up fight for prison reform

A Whitefish woman has joined a national effort targeting prison reform and inmate rehabilitation.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Truck crashes into Whitefish gym

A truck crashed into the Straight Blast Gym in Whitefish Friday evening, but there were no injuries.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Native bull trout reintroduced to Glacier lakes

Native fish, specifically bull trout, have taken it on the chin for many years in Glacier National Park as lake trout took over the park’s waters.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Car collides with garbage truck; 3 injured

A two-car wreck in a remote area near Hungry Horse Reservoir Friday afternoon left three Wisconsin people hospitalized.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

3 injured in Lakeside crash

A two-vehicle accident Friday afternoon on U.S. 93 south of Lakeside sent three people to the hospital.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Car collides with garbage truck; 3 injured

A two-car wreck in a remote area near Hungry Horse Reservoir Friday afternoon left three Wisconsin people hospitalized.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

3 injured in Lakeside crash

A two-vehicle accident Friday afternoon on U.S. 93 south of Lakeside sent three people to the hospital.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Officer rams vehicle to end chase through Kalispell

A Kalispell woman is in the Flathead County Jail after a high-speed chase through Kalispell early Tuesday morning involving several county Sheriff’s Office vehicles.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Officer rams vehicle to end chase through Kalispell

A Kalispell woman is in the Flathead County Jail after a high-speed chase through Kalispell early Tuesday morning involving several county Sheriff’s Office vehicles.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New guide book details Glacier climbs

Blake Passmore considers himself an ambassador for Glacier National Park, and it’s easy to see why.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New guide book details Glacier climbs

Blake Passmore considers himself an ambassador for Glacier National Park, and it’s easy to see why.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Submerged van pulled from Flathead River

A recent effort by a Columbia Falls man to launch a boat on the Flathead River at Berne Memorial Park didn’t turn out too well after his van ended up sinking.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Teens airlifted from Jewel Basin

Two Wisconsin teens were airlifted from the Jewel Basin Hiking Area in the Swan Range on Tuesday afternoon after getting wet and cold in inclement weather conditions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Submerged van pulled from Flathead River

A recent effort by a Columbia Falls man to launch a boat on the Flathead River at Berne Memorial Park didn’t turn out too well after his van ended up sinking.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Teens airlifted from Jewel Basin

Two Wisconsin teens were airlifted from the Jewel Basin Hiking Area in the Swan Range on Tuesday afternoon after getting wet and cold in inclement weather conditions.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

2 injured in rollover while testing pickup for Fourth parade

Two Kalispell men were taken to the hospital after the Ford F-250 pickup they were traveling in crashed on Montana 35 late Tuesday afternoon near Creston.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

2 injured in rollover while testing pickup for Fourth parade

Two Kalispell men were taken to the hospital after the Ford F-250 pickup they were traveling in crashed on Montana 35 late Tuesday afternoon near Creston.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Evergreen firefighter defends her use of social media

Social media posts by an Evergreen Fire Rescue member led to a discussion on the posts and their possible effect on the department at Monday’s board meeting in Evergreen.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Evergreen firefighter defends her use of social media

Social media posts by an Evergreen Fire Rescue member led to a discussion on the posts and their possible effect on the department at Monday’s board meeting in Evergreen.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Committee looks at Evergreen Fire funding needs

In the wake of a failed levy vote in April, the Evergreen Fire District Board of Trustees has created a district community committee that will meet monthly through the end of the year to figure out ways to increase revenue for its operations.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Inmate charged with threatening jail commander

An inmate at the Flathead County Jail is facing a felony charge after he allegedly threatened the jail commander last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Inmate charged with threatening jail commander

An inmate at the Flathead County Jail is facing a felony charge after he allegedly threatened the jail commander last week.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Committee looks at Evergreen Fire funding needs

In the wake of a failed levy vote in April, the Evergreen Fire District Board of Trustees has created a district community committee that will meet monthly through the end of the year to figure out ways to increase revenue for its operations.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Officials remind residents of fireworks laws

One size does not fit all when it comes to fireworks in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Officials remind residents of fireworks laws

One size does not fit all when it comes to fireworks in the Flathead Valley.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Convicted Kalispell murderer denied parole for 4th time

A former Kalispell man convicted of murdering his wife nearly four decades ago was denied parole Wednesday by the Montana Board of Pardons and Parole in Deer Lodge.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Repair shop fire blamed on fireworks

Fireworks may have been the cause of a structure fire Tuesday afternoon at a diesel repair shop in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Convicted Kalispell murderer denied parole for 4th time

A former Kalispell man convicted of murdering his wife nearly four decades ago was denied parole Wednesday by the Montana Board of Pardons and Parole in Deer Lodge.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Repair shop fire blamed on fireworks

Fireworks may have been the cause of a structure fire Tuesday afternoon at a diesel repair shop in Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Daines, Tester tout work on farm bill proposal

U.S. Sen. Steve Daines hopes one of his amendments to the Senate’s proposed farm bill will create economic growth in the sagging timber industry in Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Daines, Tester tout work on farm bill proposal

U.S. Sen. Steve Daines hopes one of his amendments to the Senate’s proposed farm bill will create economic growth in the sagging timber industry in Northwest Montana.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell police detective returns to roots, named Officer of the Year

Kalispell Police Department Detective Karen Webster was recently honored in Bozeman as the Officer of the Year by the Montana Association of Chiefs of Police.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell police detective returns to roots, named Officer of the Year

Kalispell Police Department Detective Karen Webster was recently honored in Bozeman as the Officer of the Year by the Montana Association of Chiefs of Police.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Junior Police Academy prepares teens for law enforcement

Young people in the Flathead Valley considering careers in law enforcement began their training this past week at the Kalispell Police Department’s Junior Academy.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Junior Police Academy prepares teens for law enforcement

Young people in the Flathead Valley considering careers in law enforcement began their training this past week at the Kalispell Police Department’s Junior Academy.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man to float the Mississippi for cancer research

A Kalispell veteran is floating about half the length of the Mississippi River to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a pediatric center based in Memphis, Tennessee.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Residents share concerns about Flathead River's future

Officials from the Flathead National Forest and Glacier National Park management heard public thoughts and concerns about the fish and wildlife of the three forks of the Flathead River area at a meeting Wednesday evening at Flathead Valley Community College.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man to float the Mississippi for cancer research

A Kalispell veteran is floating about half the length of the Mississippi River to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a pediatric center based in Memphis, Tennessee.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Residents share concerns about Flathead River's future

Officials from the Flathead National Forest and Glacier National Park management heard public thoughts and concerns about the fish and wildlife of the three forks of the Flathead River area at a meeting Wednesday evening at Flathead Valley Community College.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

KRMC touts Children's Advocacy Center

Tuesday was a day of triumph and reflection for those who work on behalf of young victims of sexual crimes in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

KRMC touts Children's Advocacy Center

Tuesday was a day of triumph and reflection for those who work on behalf of young victims of sexual crimes in Flathead County.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sentenced for punching bus driver

A Kalispell man who pleaded guilty to punching a county bus driver last year was recently sentenced.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sentenced for punching bus driver

A Kalispell man who pleaded guilty to punching a county bus driver last year was recently sentenced.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sensory film showing welcomes autistic kids

Parents of children who deal with Asperger’s and autism face challenges that many people would never imagine.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sensory film showing welcomes autistic kids

Parents of children who deal with Asperger’s and autism face challenges that many people would never imagine.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

The Sperry experience

There is no denying the passion Kalispell’s Bret Bouda has for Glacier National Park’s historic Sperry Chalet.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

The Sperry experience

There is no denying the passion Kalispell’s Bret Bouda has for Glacier National Park’s historic Sperry Chalet.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Alcohol, drugs likely factors in fatal crash near Olney

Alcohol and drug use were believed to be factors in a fatal crash early Saturday morning on U.S. 93 near Olney.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Alcohol, drugs likely factors in fatal crash near Olney

Alcohol and drug use were believed to be factors in a fatal crash early Saturday morning on U.S. 93 near Olney.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Boat captains come together for Fishing Without Barriers

When members of a community come together to do something for others, great things happen. That sentiment was on full display Thursday at the 25th annual Fishing Without Barriers event on Flathead Lake.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Boat captains come together for Fishing Without Barriers

When members of a community come together to do something for others, great things happen. That sentiment was on full display Thursday at the 25th annual Fishing Without Barriers event on Flathead Lake.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Glacier Park sets high mark for May visitation

Visitation to Glacier National Park set another high mark as nearly 200,000 people visited in May.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Company selected for Sperry rebuild has worked on chalet before

The company selected to begin the rebuild of Glacier National Park’s famous Sperry Chalet has a history of working on historical preservation projects, and its employees are beyond happy they were chosen for the job.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Glacier Park sets high mark for May visitation

Visitation to Glacier National Park set another high mark as nearly 200,000 people visited in May.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Company selected for Sperry rebuild has worked on chalet before

The company selected to begin the rebuild of Glacier National Park’s famous Sperry Chalet has a history of working on historical preservation projects, and its employees are beyond happy they were chosen for the job.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Dead grizzly found near Coram

State wildlife officials have been busy this spring and the activity picked up recently with another grizzly bear death investigation and two bear relocations.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Dead grizzly found near Coram

State wildlife officials have been busy this spring and the activity picked up recently with another grizzly bear death investigation and two bear relocations.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Head-on in Lakeside sends 5 to hospital

A three-vehicle traffic accident Tuesday afternoon in Lakeside sent several people to the hospital.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Head-on in Lakeside sends 5 to hospital

A three-vehicle traffic accident Tuesday afternoon in Lakeside sent several people to the hospital.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Family, friends gather to celebrate young Marine's life

U.S. Marine Cpl. Donavon Macura was remembered fondly at a celebration of life service Friday afternoon at Canvas Church in his hometown of Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork man killed in one-vehicle accident

A 57-year-old Bigfork man was killed in a one-vehicle crash Friday evening on Montana 83.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Family, friends gather to celebrate young Marine's life

U.S. Marine Cpl. Donavon Macura was remembered fondly at a celebration of life service Friday afternoon at Canvas Church in his hometown of Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork man killed in one-vehicle accident

A 57-year-old Bigfork man was killed in a one-vehicle crash Friday evening on Montana 83.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell postpones search for top cop

After a months-long search for a new chief of police, the city of Kalispell has decided it needs to keep looking.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell postpones search for top cop

After a months-long search for a new chief of police, the city of Kalispell has decided it needs to keep looking.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sun Road plows bore through Big Drift

As the world waits for Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the Sun Road to completely open, the plow crews that work to that end methodically make their way through snow drifts measured in yards.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sun Road plows bore through Big Drift

As the world waits for Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the Sun Road to completely open, the plow crews that work to that end methodically make their way through snow drifts measured in yards.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with shooting at wife, chaplain

A Flathead County man is facing two felony charges after he allegedly fired a gun at his wife and a Sheriff’s Office chaplain trying to mediate a dispute between the two in the Marion area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with shooting at wife, chaplain

A Flathead County man is facing two felony charges after he allegedly fired a gun at his wife and a Sheriff’s Office chaplain trying to mediate a dispute between the two in the Marion area.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sperry rebuild to receive $12 million

The effort to rebuild Glacier National Park’s Sperry Chalet will receive $12 million in federal money, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke announced Wednesday. The money for Sperry is a part of more than $256 million in approved funding to rebuild critical national park infrastructure nationwide.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sperry rebuild to receive $12 million

The effort to rebuild Glacier National Park’s Sperry Chalet will receive $12 million in federal money, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke announced Wednesday. The money for Sperry is a part of more than $256 million in approved funding to rebuild critical national park infrastructure nationwide.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Heino elected Flathead sheriff

Brian Heino will become the new Flathead County sheriff after winning Tuesday’s Republican nomination.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Heino elected Flathead sheriff

Brian Heino will become the new Flathead County sheriff after winning Tuesday’s Republican nomination.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Accused arsonist fails to show in court

A man charged for his alleged involvement in an arson that destroyed thousands of dollars of merchandise at a Kalispell business failed to show for his arraignment Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Glacier High commencement celebrates gratitude, hard work

Saturday was the culmination of four years of hard work for the nearly 300 students who walked out of Glacier High School as members of its 10th graduating class.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Crash kills Lake County teen

A two-vehicle traffic accident resulted in the death of a 15-year-old Lake County girl early Saturday morning near Ronan.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Accused arsonist fails to show in court

A man charged for his alleged involvement in an arson that destroyed thousands of dollars of merchandise at a Kalispell business failed to show for his arraignment Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Glacier High commencement celebrates gratitude, hard work

Saturday was the culmination of four years of hard work for the nearly 300 students who walked out of Glacier High School as members of its 10th graduating class.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Crash kills Lake County teen

A two-vehicle traffic accident resulted in the death of a 15-year-old Lake County girl early Saturday morning near Ronan.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

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Glacier National Park’s free shuttle service makes Going-to-the-Sun road available to more recreationists looking to access the park’s famous views.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

West side plows reach Logan Pass

Even with a short week due to Memorial Day, plow crews on Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Road have made progress in the last few days.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

No headline

Glacier National Park’s free shuttle service makes Going-to-the-Sun road available to more recreationists looking to access the park’s famous views.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

No headline

Glacier National Park’s free shuttle service makes Going-to-the-Sun road available to more recreationists looking to access the park’s famous views.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

No headline

Glacier National Park’s free shuttle service makes Going-to-the-Sun road available to more recreationists looking to access the park’s famous views.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

No headline

Glacier National Park’s free shuttle service makes Going-to-the-Sun road available to more recreationists looking to access the park’s famous views.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

West side plows reach Logan Pass

Even with a short week due to Memorial Day, plow crews on Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Road have made progress in the last few days.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Martin City man pleads not guilty to murder charge

A Martin City man accused of shooting and killing another man in Hungry Horse in April pleaded not guilty Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Martin City man pleads not guilty to murder charge

A Martin City man accused of shooting and killing another man in Hungry Horse in April pleaded not guilty Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Trump rolls back Obama-era rule for outfitters, guides

Outfitters and guides who do business on federal lands are now exempt from a 2014 executive order that changed the way these businesses pay employees.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Trump rolls back Obama-era rule for outfitters, guides

Outfitters and guides who do business on federal lands are now exempt from a 2014 executive order that changed the way these businesses pay employees.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Officials ID Kalispell man who died while biking Sun Road

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of a Kalispell man who died while biking Friday on Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Cut Bank man dies in skid-steer accident at Echo Lake

A Cut Bank man died on Saturday after a Bobcat skid-steer loader he was operating reportedly malfunctioned.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Officials ID Kalispell man who died while biking Sun Road

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of a Kalispell man who died while biking Friday on Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Cut Bank man dies in skid-steer accident at Echo Lake

A Cut Bank man died on Saturday after a Bobcat skid-steer loader he was operating reportedly malfunctioned.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested following armed standoff in Marion

A standoff between a Flathead County man and the county Sheriff’s Office ended peacefully when he surrendered to deputies Tuesday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man denies felony sexual abuse charge

A Kalispell man accused of having a sexual relationship with an underage girl last year pleaded not guilty recently in court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man denies felony sexual abuse charge

A Kalispell man accused of having a sexual relationship with an underage girl last year pleaded not guilty recently in court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested following armed standoff in Marion

A standoff between a Flathead County man and the county Sheriff’s Office ended peacefully when he surrendered to deputies Tuesday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Marine dies during training run

A Kalispell man serving in the U.S. Marines died Friday during a training run in Japan.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Marine dies during training run

A Kalispell man serving in the U.S. Marines died Friday during a training run in Japan.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff candidates discuss school safety, drug epidemic

Hundreds packed the Red Lion Hotel Thursday evening in Kalispell to hear what the four men running for Flathead County sheriff had to say and why voters should pick them.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Four Republicans vie to be Flathead County's next sheriff

It goes without saying, the June 5 Republican primary election for the Flathead County Sheriff’s position is as hotly contested as it has been in several years.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff candidates discuss school safety, drug epidemic

Hundreds packed the Red Lion Hotel Thursday evening in Kalispell to hear what the four men running for Flathead County sheriff had to say and why voters should pick them.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Four Republicans vie to be Flathead County's next sheriff

It goes without saying, the June 5 Republican primary election for the Flathead County Sheriff’s position is as hotly contested as it has been in several years.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Somers home destroyed in fire

Firefighters from two departments battled a structure fire on Spring Creek Road in Somers early Monday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Somers home destroyed in fire

Firefighters from two departments battled a structure fire on Spring Creek Road in Somers early Monday morning.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Glacier High senior's strong work ethic leads to success

Humility. Leadership. Mentorship.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Safety concerns prompt potential road rebuild

Safety concerns on Old Reserve Drive are driving a proposal to rebuild a section of the road near Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Glacier High senior's strong work ethic leads to success

Humility. Leadership. Mentorship.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Safety concerns prompt potential road rebuild

Safety concerns on Old Reserve Drive are driving a proposal to rebuild a section of the road near Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Rivers full, but below flood stage

Meteorologists say the chances of flooding in the Flathead Valley this weekend are minimal at best, but for those entertaining ideas of a float trip over the Memorial Day holiday, it may be best to consider another activity.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Parole hearing rescheduled for convicted murderer

A man convicted of murdering his wife nearly four decades ago had his parole hearing reschduled for next month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Rivers full, but below flood stage

Meteorologists say the chances of flooding in the Flathead Valley this weekend are minimal at best, but for those entertaining ideas of a float trip over the Memorial Day holiday, it may be best to consider another activity.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Parole hearing rescheduled for convicted murderer

A man convicted of murdering his wife nearly four decades ago had his parole hearing reschduled for next month.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Motorcyclist injured in Lake County rollover

A motorcyclist was flown to the hospital by the ALERT air ambulance after crashing on Table Bay Road in Lake County Friday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Head-on near Marion sends three to hospital

A head-on crash on U.S. 2 near Marion sent three people to the hospital with injuries Friday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Businesses warned of school calendar scam

The scam epidemic continues to plague the Flathead Valley. The latest appears to be a phone scam targeting area businesses.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man denies strangulation charge

A Kalispell man who was arrested after a standoff May 4 in the Lower Valley area pleaded not guilty recently in court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Motorcyclist injured in Lake County rollover

A motorcyclist was flown to the hospital by the ALERT air ambulance after crashing on Table Bay Road in Lake County Friday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Head-on near Marion sends three to hospital

A head-on crash on U.S. 2 near Marion sent three people to the hospital with injuries Friday afternoon.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Businesses warned of school calendar scam

The scam epidemic continues to plague the Flathead Valley. The latest appears to be a phone scam targeting area businesses.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man denies strangulation charge

A Kalispell man who was arrested after a standoff May 4 in the Lower Valley area pleaded not guilty recently in court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sun Road plows at Rim Rock

With Memorial Day weekend about to kick off, visitors to Glacier National Park will be able to go to the Avalanche Creek parking area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Mahlen reclaims Mack Days crown

While a heart attack may have slowed Kalispell angler Jason Mahlen in his quest to win the 2017 Spring Mack Days fishing event, he has come back stronger than ever.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Teen charged with rape receives deferred sentence

A Kalispell teen accused of raping a girl while she was asleep was sentenced in Flathead District Court recently.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Mahlen reclaims Mack Days crown

While a heart attack may have slowed Kalispell angler Jason Mahlen in his quest to win the 2017 Spring Mack Days fishing event, he has come back stronger than ever.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Teen charged with rape receives deferred sentence

A Kalispell teen accused of raping a girl while she was asleep was sentenced in Flathead District Court recently.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sun Road plows at Rim Rock

With Memorial Day weekend about to kick off, visitors to Glacier National Park will be able to go to the Avalanche Creek parking area.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced for baseball bat assault

A Flathead County man who pleaded guilty to striking another man with a baseball bat last year was sentenced recently.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced for baseball bat assault

A Flathead County man who pleaded guilty to striking another man with a baseball bat last year was sentenced recently.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bear mauling victim in stable condition

A Montana woman who was attacked by a bear last week in the wilderness south of Libby was in stable condition Tuesday recovering in Kalispell from her injuries.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bear mauling victim in stable condition

A Montana woman who was attacked by a bear last week in the wilderness south of Libby was in stable condition Tuesday recovering in Kalispell from her injuries.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Somers watermain project nears completion

Work in Somers on a watermain project is nearly complete.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Court seeks man accused of assaulting wife

A Bigfork man accused of trying to strangle his wife during a recent incident had a bench warrant issued for his arrest after he failed to appear in court for his arraignment.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads guilty to drug charge

A Columbia Falls man pleaded guilty in court recently to a criminal possession of dangerous drugs.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Court seeks man accused of assaulting wife

A Bigfork man accused of trying to strangle his wife during a recent incident had a bench warrant issued for his arrest after he failed to appear in court for his arraignment.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Somers watermain project nears completion

Work in Somers on a watermain project is nearly complete.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads guilty to drug charge

A Columbia Falls man pleaded guilty in court recently to a criminal possession of dangerous drugs.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with assaulting woman, child

A Columbia Falls man is facing charges after he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend and her daughter during an incident in April.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Law officials talk drug crisis at forum

Law enforcement officials from across Flathead County engaged with citizens about the area’s drug epidemic at a town hall meeting Tuesday in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Law officials talk drug crisis at forum

Law enforcement officials from across Flathead County engaged with citizens about the area’s drug epidemic at a town hall meeting Tuesday in Kalispell.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with assaulting woman, child

A Columbia Falls man is facing charges after he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend and her daughter during an incident in April.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sentenced for shooting up home

A Kalispell man received a three-year suspended sentence after pleading guilty to shooting into an occupied residence during an incident nearly a year ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sentenced for shooting up home

A Kalispell man received a three-year suspended sentence after pleading guilty to shooting into an occupied residence during an incident nearly a year ago.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Firefighters contain car fire at Kalispell Regional

A car fire destroyed two vehicles parked at an apartment complex near Kalispell Regional Medical Center on Tuesday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Firefighters contain car fire at Kalispell Regional

A car fire destroyed two vehicles parked at an apartment complex near Kalispell Regional Medical Center on Tuesday evening.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff hopes recovery of skier brings closure

More information has been released about Saturday’s recovery of the body of a Whitefish doctor who went missing while backcountry skiing in February.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Mitchell pleads guilty to destroying trees

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell said Friday he killed five cottonwood trees in a county-managed park adjacent to his property last year — not to enhance the view from his own home, but because he simply doesn’t like that species of tree.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tenant smothers house fire with hose

No injuries were reported in a house fire Sunday afternoon in Columbia Falls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tenant smothers house fire with hose

No injuries were reported in a house fire Sunday afternoon in Columbia Falls.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff hopes recovery of skier's body brings closure

More information has been released about Saturday’s recovery of the body of a Whitefish doctor who went missing while backcountry skiing in February.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff hopes recovery of skier's body brings closure

More information has been released about Saturday’s recovery of the body of a Whitefish doctor who went missing while backcountry skiing in February.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell pleads out in park tree deaths

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell said Friday he killed five cottonwood trees in a county-managed park adjacent to his property last year — not to enhance the view from his own home, but because he simply doesn’t like that species of tree.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Evergreen first responder wears many hats

While Evergreen Fire Rescue Lt. Jackie Smith may have gained acclaim for her life-saving efforts involving a pair of chickens, defining her for that alone would be grossly unjust.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

State files complaint against justice of peace candidate

One of the candidates running for Flathead County justice of the peace is facing disciplinary action from the state.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Evergreen first responder wears many hats

While Evergreen Fire Rescue Lt. Jackie Smith may have gained acclaim for her life-saving efforts involving a pair of chickens, defining her for that alone would be grossly unjust.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

State files complaint against justice of peace candidate

One of the candidates running for Flathead County justice of the peace is facing disciplinary action from the state.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Show explores suspicious death of man with ties to valley

The story of an American electronics engineer who died under mysterious circumstanes in Singapore nearly six years ago will be aired Sunday evening on the Science Channel show Deadly Intelligence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Show explores suspicious death of man with ties to valley

The story of an American electronics engineer who died under mysterious circumstanes in Singapore nearly six years ago will be aired Sunday evening on the Science Channel show Deadly Intelligence.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Arrest made in Kalispell arson case

A man is in custody for his alleged involvement in an arson last month that destroyed thousands of dollars of merchandise at a Kalispell business.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Mitchell sentenced for destroying trees

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell said Friday he killed five cottonwood trees in a county-managed park adjacent to his property last year — not to enhance the view from his own home, but because he simply doesn’t like that species of tree.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Arrest made in Kalispell arson case

A man is in custody for his alleged involvement in an arson last month that destroyed thousands of dollars of merchandise at a Kalispell business.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Mitchell sentenced for destroying trees

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell said Friday he killed five cottonwood trees in a county-managed park adjacent to his property last year — not to enhance the view from his own home, but because he simply doesn’t like that species of tree.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man pleads guilty to assault on bus driver

A Kalispell man accused of punching a county bus driver last year recently pleaded guilty to criminal endangerment.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man pleads guilty to assault on bus driver

A Kalispell man accused of punching a county bus driver last year recently pleaded guilty to criminal endangerment.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Evergreen man dies in house fire

An Evergreen man died in a fire at his home recently.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Evergreen man dies in house fire

An Evergreen man died in a fire at his home recently.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man pleads guilty to rape charge

A Kalispell man accused of raping a teenage girl in 2016 appeared in Flathead District Court recently to change his plea.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Victim of 'granny' scam speaks out

Phone scams have been around for a long time, but there is seemingly no end to perpetrators’ creativity in cheating someone out of hundreds or thousands of dollars.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man pleads guilty to rape charge

A Kalispell man accused of raping a teenage girl in 2016 appeared in Flathead District Court recently to change his plea.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Victim of 'granny' scam speaks out

Phone scams have been around for a long time, but there is seemingly no end to perpetrators’ creativity in cheating someone out of hundreds or thousands of dollars.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Eureka man killed in rollover

A Eureka man was killed in a early morning wreck Monday on U.S. 93 near the Flathead and Lincoln county line.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Eureka man killed in rollover

A Eureka man was killed in a early morning wreck Monday on U.S. 93 near the Flathead and Lincoln county line.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man convicted in 1979 murder case up for parole

A man convicted of murdering his wife nearly four decades ago will have a parole hearing later this month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sentenced for knife attack

A Kalispell man who stabbed another man at a party last year was sentenced last week to serve time in state prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man convicted in 1979 murder case up for parole

A man convicted of murdering his wife nearly four decades ago will have a parole hearing later this month.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell man sentenced for knife attack

A Kalispell man who stabbed another man at a party last year was sentenced last week to serve time in state prison.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Parks Board OK'd plea deal with Mitchell

While some may not be happy about a proposed plea agreement between the state Attorney General’s Office and Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell, the county Parks and Recreation Department is on board.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Parks Board OK'd plea deal with Mitchell

While some may not be happy about a proposed plea agreement between the state Attorney General’s Office and Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell, the county Parks and Recreation Department is on board.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested after Lower Valley standoff

A Kalispell man was arrested after an hours-long standoff Friday evening in the Lower Valley area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man arrested after Lower Valley standoff

A Kalispell man was arrested after an hours-long standoff Friday evening in the Lower Valley area.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads no contest to hotel destruction

A Columbia Falls man accused of destroying two computers at an area hotel last summer recently pleaded no contest to felony criminal mischief in Flathead District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads no contest to hotel destruction

A Columbia Falls man accused of destroying two computers at an area hotel last summer recently pleaded no contest to felony criminal mischief in Flathead District Court.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Four Republicans vie to be Flathead County's next sheriff

It goes without saying, the June 5 Republican primary election for the Flathead County Sheriff’s position is as hotly contested as it has been in several years.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Four Republicans vie to be Flathead County's next sheriff

It goes without saying, the June 5 Republican primary election for the Flathead County Sheriff’s position is as hotly contested as it has been in several years.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Woman injured in collision with bus

A two-vehicle accident involving a school bus sent one woman to the hospital Friday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Parole denied in Ferndale murder case

A Flathead County man who shot and killed his father in Ferndale nearly 20 years ago was denied parole during a recent hearing.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Parole denied in Ferndale murder case

A Flathead County man who shot and killed his father in Ferndale nearly 20 years ago was denied parole during a recent hearing.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Woman injured in collision with bus

A two-vehicle accident involving a school bus sent one woman to the hospital Friday morning.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Commissioner set to plead guilty to killing trees

A court hearing for a Flathead County commissioner accused of killing six cottonwood trees in a county-owned public park will be heard in Flathead County next week.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Hearing for commissioner moved to next week

A court hearing for a Flathead County commissioner accused of killing six cottonwood trees in a county-owned public park will be heard in Flathead County next week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Hearing for commissioner moved to next week

A court hearing for a Flathead County commissioner accused of killing six cottonwood trees in a county-owned public park will be heard in Flathead County next week.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Traffic light going up at Helena Flats, Montana 35

A portion of Helena Flats Road will be closed for a few days next week while a new traffic light is installed.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Traffic light going up at Helena Flats, Montana 35

A portion of Helena Flats Road will be closed for a few days next week while a new traffic light is installed.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Commissioner to plead guilty to killing trees at county park

A Flathead County commissioner accused of killing six cottonwood trees in a county-owned public park located next to his own property on Whitefish Lake is scheduled to appear in court Thursday for a change of plea.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Commissioner to plead guilty to killing trees at county park

A Flathead County commissioner accused of killing six cottonwood trees in a county-owned public park located next to his own property on Whitefish Lake is scheduled to appear in court Thursday for a change of plea.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Woman sentenced for burning down trailer home

A Kalispell woman accused of setting her neighbor’s house on fire last year will serve time at a correctional facility.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Woman sentenced for burning down trailer home

A Kalispell woman accused of setting her neighbor’s house on fire last year will serve time at a correctional facility.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Former Washington deputy sentenced for Montana DUI

A former Washington State sheriff’s deputy who admitted to driving drunk through an accident scene in Creston last year has received a deferred sentence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Former Washington deputy sentenced for Montana DUI

A former Washington State sheriff’s deputy who admitted to driving drunk through an accident scene in Creston last year has received a deferred sentence.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Homicide suspect may argue self-defense

A Martin City man accused of shooting and killing another man in Hungry Horse last week made his initial court appearance Monday afternoon in the Flathead County Justice Center.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Homicide suspect may argue self-defense

A Martin City man accused of shooting and killing another man in Hungry Horse last week made his initial court appearance Monday afternoon in the Flathead County Justice Center.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man denies road rage assault charge

A Kalispell man facing an assault with a weapon charge following a road rage incident in Evergreen in March pleaded not guilty Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man denies road rage assault charge

A Kalispell man facing an assault with a weapon charge following a road rage incident in Evergreen in March pleaded not guilty Thursday.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff candidates discuss school safety, drug epidemic

Hundreds packed the Red Lion Hotel Thursday evening in Kalispell to hear what the four men running for Flathead County sheriff had to say and why voters should pick them.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff candidates discuss school safety, drug epidemic

Hundreds packed the Red Lion Hotel Thursday evening in Kalispell to hear what the four men running for Flathead County sheriff had to say and why voters should pick them.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Fatal shooting allegedly over money

A formal charge of deliberate homicide was filed Friday afternoon against a Martin City man for allegedly shooting another man during a late-night argument Wednesday, reportedly over money.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Fatal shooting allegedly over money

A formal charge of deliberate homicide was filed Friday afternoon against a Martin City man for allegedly shooting another man during a late-night argument Wednesday, reportedly over money.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Search resumes for skier missing on Big Mountain

The search for missing skier Dr. Jonathan Torgerson, 62, will begin anew this weekend.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Search resumes for skier missing on Big Mountain

The search for missing skier Dr. Jonathan Torgerson, 62, will begin anew this weekend.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man shot dead following altercation

Two men involved in a late-night shooting that left one dead in Hungry Horse on Wednesday have pasts that include allegations of violence against others.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man shot dead following altercation

Two men involved in a late-night shooting that left one dead in Hungry Horse on Wednesday have pasts that include allegations of violence against others.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Chickens saved from Lake Blaine structure fire

An Evergreen Fire Rescue paramedic used artificial breathing equipment to revive some chickens that were inside a mobile home that caught fire Tuesday evening near Lake Blaine.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Chickens saved from Lake Blaine structure fire

An Evergreen Fire Rescue paramedic used artificial breathing equipment to revive some chickens that were inside a mobile home that caught fire Tuesday evening near Lake Blaine.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell police to donate unclaimed bicycles

Kalispell residents who have had a bicycle lost or stolen in the last several months will want to make efforts to claim it as soon as possible.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell police to donate unclaimed bicycles

Kalispell residents who have had a bicycle lost or stolen in the last several months will want to make efforts to claim it as soon as possible.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO