Blackfeet Referees Make History in First Game Officiated by All-Women Crew
Amid a shortage of referees in a field historically dominated by men, the three Blackfeet women officials face fans with the support of their community
By Zoë Buhrmaster
Newsletter
The Daily Roundup: CSKT Biologists Honored with Statewide Conservation Awards
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes' natural resources department stands out as a model of how to practice conservation on tribal lands
By Tristan ScottThe Latest
Flathead Living
Banded by a Prayer
Daniel Lombardi’s first photography show explores a future without birds through the spiritual, science-fiction lens of his cyan images of the cautious, regimented process of bird banding
By Lauren Frick
A Guide to Getting Involved with Children’s Theater in the Flathead Valley
Local theater companies encourage children to join the action, saying that acting and performing can teach valuable skills that have benefits far beyond the stage
By Lauren Frick
From Gateway to Getaway: Five Reasons to Leave Paradise Behind
When you live in the Crown of the Continent, it can be hard to justify a weekend escape. With suggestions, your family will have an easy-to-follow getaway plan no matter the season.
By Tristan ScottNEWS & FEATURES
Whitefish School Board Offers Superintendent Position to Michigan Educator
Jennifer Fee’s selection is not yet finalized as the district waits for final background checks and goes through contract negotiations. She was offered the role from a bench of three finalists, the other two of which had Flathead roots.
Ferndale Volunteer Fire Department Forms a QRU, Filling a ‘Desperate Community Need’
Last-Minute Daines Withdrawal from Senate Race Sends Shockwaves Across State
Flathead County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Officer-involved Shooting Near Libby
Sheehy Joins the Fray as Capitol Police Eject Protester from Senate Hearing
Daines Withdraws from U.S. Senate Race
OUTDOORS
Flathead Forest Proposes New Wastewater Facility at Historic Holland Lake Lodge
A community meeting is scheduled for March 9 at the Swan Valley Community Center in Condon
Hunter Harassment Tragedy Incoming
‘Downright Nerve-racking’ Snowpack Prompts Steady Stream of Human-triggered Avalanches as Danger Remains Heightened
Wolves at the Door
As Interior Dept. Spikes Reservation Requirement at Glacier and Other Destination Parks, Local Stakeholders Weigh Pros and Cons
‘It’s Not Perfect, But We’re Proud of This Plan’: Agency Specialists Detail Revisions to Wild and Scenic Flathead River Strategy
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Bring Glacier Home: Vintage-Inspired Prints Make Perfect Gifts
Local artists create curated collection of iconic park posters that celebrate the beauty and spirit of Glacier National Park
NEWSLETTERS
SPORTS
Flathead Valley Basketball Teams Gear Up for Divisional Tournaments
The Bigfork Valkyries, Whitefish Bulldogs and Columbia Falls Wildkats enter the tournament as the top three seeds from the Northwest A girls division.
‘I’m Home:’ Paralympic Snowboarder Brenna Huckaby Finds Community in the Flathead Valley
Cabin Fever Days Arm Wrestling
Whitefish Native Sanderson, Team USA Hockey Eye Olympic Opener Thursday
Bobby Hauck Steps Down as Montana Grizzlies Head Football Coach
Former Glacier Range Riders Pitcher Signs MLB Contract
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Jazz Musician Erica von Kleist Returns to Whitefish With New Musical Comedy
“The Swing Resistance” will feature a selection of von Kleist’s original songs performed alongside a New York City jazz band, exploring themes ranging from women’s rights and religious hypocrisy to aging and the wealth gap
Buckwheat Porridge with Mushrooms and Eggs
Basic and Flavored Shortbread Cookies
Produced on the Flathead Reservation, ‘The Water Keepers’ is Nominated For Big Sky Documentary Film Festival Award
Squash and Coconut Milk Curry
Cabin Fever Days to Replace Iconic Races with Barstool Ski Show This Year
OPINION
Hope and Optimism for the Future of Whitefish
As we move into the final stage of developing a new vision for Whitefish, we hope the City Council will keep two important factors at the forefront: affordable housing and wildfire egress planning
False Fronts a Problem in Montana Politics
Candidates label themselves conservative while secretly promoting progressive ideas
Daine’s and Zinke’s Actions Undemocratic
The message is “Montanans don’t matter. We know better.”
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Court Ruling Delivers Win for Columbia River Salmon, but Raises Public Power Concerns for Western Montana Electric Utilities
A federal court ordered dam operators along the Columbia and Snake rivers must lower reservoir levels and increase spill to aid endangered salmon and steelhead populations, an adjustment that Flathead Electric officials say has "direct affordability implications" to members
‘I’m Home:’ Paralympic Snowboarder Brenna Huckaby Finds Community in the Flathead Valley
The three-time gold medalist made the move to Kalispell nearly four years ago and has since leaned on her newfound “village” as she prepares for her third Winter Paralympic Games.
For 22 Years, Flathead County Treasurer Adele Krantz Has Been the Liaison Elected to Finalize What’s Left Behind
Flathead County commissioners in February approved a resolution to separate the treasurer’s duties from the public administration role of finalizing estates, responsibilities Krantz has taken on for two decades as she retires from a 34-year career with the county
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Project 7
A six-part series on notorious Flathead Valley militia leader David Burgert, who vanished into the wilderness after a shootout with sheriff's deputies in 2011
