Ed McGrew’s BBQ
Hone your holiday smoking skills with these better backyard barbecue tips from meat-master Ed McGrew — or hire him to cater your event
By Tristan Scott
Sports
Flathead High Announces Hiring Process to Begin in January For New Head Football Coach
Since a 2018 loss in the state championship, Flathead's football team has been unable to consistently win
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Flathead Living
So You Think You Want A Horse?
This is a decision that should be made with as much information as possible
By Pat McGlynn
The Libby Dam at 50
Before Lake Koocanusa could be filled up behind the dam, the Army Corps had to build three new schools; expand Libby’s airport; relocate 52 miles of highway; move 59 miles of railroad; and resettle the entire town of Rexford
By Justin Franz
A Tale of Two Booksellers
Surrounded by stacked shelves and boxes overflowing with books, the booksellers at Bad Rock Books and Blacktail Mountain Books trade in words and sparks of joy
By Micah DrewNEWS & FEATURES
Flathead District Court Judge Retires from Bench After 12 Years
Judge Robert Allison reflects on the changing legal landscape following a 50-year career of practicing law in Flathead County
Kalispell Woman Pleads Guilty to Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft Charges
Legislative Auditors Recommend Changes at Office of Political Practice
Federal Judge to Hear Arguments Over Legality of McDonald Creek Home
Kalispell School District Moves Forward with Layoff Plans
Community Choice Schools Commission Forges Ahead
OUTDOORS
Following Local Detection of Chronic Wasting Disease, FWP to Remove Deer at Flathead County Landfill
Wildlife officials in October confirmed the disease in a symptomatic buck at the Flathead County Landfill. Since then, FWP has removed and tested additional deer at the landfill and documented nine additional positive samples.
Carbonari Named Kootenai Forest Deputy Supervisor
Land Board Votes to Protect 33,000 Acres of Northwest Montana Timberland
Visitation to Glacier Park in October Surpassed Last Year’s High Bar by 18%
New Approach to Rocky Mountain Grizzlies Sought Ahead of the Second Trump Presidency
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1Kalispell School District Moves Forward with Layoff Plans
Absent the passage of a high school levy this spring, the district is set to reduce its workforce by around 35 teachers
2Kalispell Woman Pleads Guilty to Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft Charges
Alecia Mae Leonetti pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in U.S. District Court in a stolen credit card scheme that involved records of hospital patients
3As Community Services Collapse, Experts Say the Mentally Ill are Being Left Behind Bars
The closure of mental health crisis centers in the Flathead Valley has created a backlog of criminal cases involving mentally ill defendants, overwhelming the courts and leading to a growing waitlist for evaluations and treatment at the Montana State Hospital. According to experts, incarceration is the default for mentally ill defendants.
4Federal Judge to Hear Arguments Over Legality of McDonald Creek Home
The property owners argue Glacier National Park has exclusive jurisdiction over their private parcel inside park boundaries, and that it isn't subject to state environmental regulations
5Flathead District Court Judge Retires from Bench After 12 Years
Judge Robert Allison reflects on the changing legal landscape following a 50-year career of practicing law in Flathead County
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SPORTS
FVCC Logger Sports Athlete Wins Service Award
Abraham Chentnik, a freshman at FVCC studying to receive an electronics technician certificate, received the honor from the Montana Campus Network for Civic Engagement for the regular hours he spends each week volunteering
FCS Semifinals Pit ‘Physical’ Montana State Offense Against ‘Sound’ South Dakota Defense
Montana State Bobcats Ride Second Quarter Wave in FCS Quarterfinal Win Over Idaho Vandals
Mellott Throws Four TD Passes to Lead Top-seeded Montana State Past UT Martin 49-17 in FCS playoffs
Defending Champ South Dakota State Dominates Montana 35-18 in FCS Second Round
A Longer College Football Postseason Brings Challenges. FCS Teams Know the Drill.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
At Hawk Ceramics in Kalispell, Art Casts Life in a Different Light
Beth Steele's light designs combine distinct shapes with technical lighting knowledge to create something visually striking
Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies with Ganache
Hockaday Museum of Art in Kalispell Announces Name Change
Ganache (Chocolate Glaze)
Whitefish Theatre Company Brings Cozy, Sinister, Sherlock Holmes-Themed Comedy Show to the Stage
‘Humbled Beyond Belief,’ Whitefish Musician John Dunnigan Receives Governor’s Arts Award
OPINION
Senator Tester’s Legacy: A Champion for Outdoor Recreation and Public Lands Stewardship
We (and generations to come) owe Jon a huge debt of gratitude for his service
Consider These Year-end Financial Moves
You might want to take the time to consider some financial moves before we turn the calendar to 2025
Protect Montana Citizens’ Right to Know How Their Government Works
All legislative background files, from every legislator, should be available to the public
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As Community Services Collapse, Experts Say the Mentally Ill are Being Left Behind Bars
The closure of mental health crisis centers in the Flathead Valley has created a backlog of criminal cases involving mentally ill defendants, overwhelming the courts and leading to a growing waitlist for evaluations and treatment at the Montana State Hospital. According to experts, incarceration is the default for mentally ill defendants.
The Ladies of Le Grizz
Last month, Missoula-based runner Evie Tate lowered the women’s record at the 50-mile Le Grizz footrace for the first time in nearly four decades. But even as a new generation of athletes rewrites the record books at one of the oldest ultramarathons in the world, they’re preserving the race’s rich tradition while supporting the nonprofit Glacier Institute.
Redefining Rural
Amid transformational shifts in Montana’s economy, community colleges are growing local programs for rural and tribal students, rising to meet workforce needs while expanding what it means to pursue higher education
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Project 7
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