The Flathead saw a 50/50 split in terms of party-backed candidates prevailing in their primary contests. Those results mirrored a similar dynamic statewide, with each of the Republican Party’s factions winning several key races.

Polls closed at 8 p.m. as voters across Montana cast ballots in competitive primaries for local, state and federal office

The rural teacher retires after three decades, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the tight-knit West Glacier community

Flathead-area candidates for the state legislature have attracted more than $325,000 combined in funding during the primary election cycle

After Flathead schools’ levy asks failed across the board earlier this month, some are beginning to navigate questions of where to make cuts to stave off projected deficits. Districts must set their budgets for the 2026-2027 school year by Aug. 25.

Gov. Greg Gianforte paid a visit to the school to present the veteran educator, who has spent 70 years teaching, with the honor. As she looks down the pike to retiring, she encouraged students to make good choices.

After final hour (and final minute) candidate switches in two federal races drew criticism this spring, one Flathead-area representative wants to prevent it from happening again

In a state that has historically heralded its independent streak, Bodnar's candidacy for the U.S. Senate sets up an experiment about whether a candidate running outside the two-party system can stave off Montana's one-party rule

The Polson district features a matchup between seasoned legislator Linda Reksten and newcomer Finley Warden.

Courtenay Sprunger is facing off against Luke Maxwell in her bid to retain her seat this spring

The House District 4 race pits incumbent freshman legislator Lyn Bennett against entrepreneur Shaun Pandina and business owner Nathan Purdy as she tries to hold onto her seat.

The experienced three-way field includes the incumbent commissioner, who has held the seat for four years, as well as a Republican activist from Helena and the PSC's former executive director.

The levy failures reflect ongoing rebukes from taxpayers amid a trend of declining passage rates in the state. For the four districts with general fund or operating levies on the ballot, the election results mean they’ll have to cut staffing and programming ahead of the next school year.

Four candidates are vying to keep the seat in GOP control after a last-minute shake-up. But as one candidate distinguishes himself with high-profile endorsements, the Republican primary is shaping up to be a referendum on whether that establishment support carries weight with voters.

The move follows new allegations of sexual abuse against the senator from Box Elder and came with renewed calls from Senate leadership for him to resign his seat