Montana’s Sen. Steve Daines and Rep. Ryan Zinke spoke with the Beacon about their thoughts on the ongoing shutdown. Both Republicans, the lawmakers echoed their party’s sentiments blaming the shutdown on Democrats, who in turn fault the GOP’s refusal to negotiate on Affordable Care Act subsidies.

The ballot issue aims to overturn the 2010 Citizens United decision by redefining the powers of corporations in the state’s constitution

The district will remain focused on addressing the high school’s needs, said Superintendent Cory Dziowgo

Both the Polson Pirates and Columbia Falls Wildcats had 4-0 shutouts to clinch their titles Saturday. They played against regional rivals, the Whitefish Bulldogs and Bigfork Valkyries, respectively, for a full Flathead showing in the state final games.

Students received a demonstration from senior cryogenics engineer David Petrick, who launched several bottle rockets and garbage cans and exploded pumpkins. Petrick said he hopes to get children interested in science through the hands-on experience.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture said it can’t legally dole out SNAP funds in November during the government shutdown, despite previous assurances federal funding would continue. More than 77,000 Montanans would be affected by the delay, which is unprecedented in the food-assistance program's history.

The outcry stems from a series of audio recordings a student posted on his personal X account, which have gained attention in conservative circles. The Montana Federation of Public Employees called the rhetoric and response an example of “misinformation.”

The requirement comes as the result of a new law passed in the 2025 legislative session, and around the state, hundreds of voters’ ballots are being rejected thanks to a lack of birth date or providing inaccurate information

The program served as a key factor in the district’s successful levy campaign last spring and Gov. Greg Gianforte recently lauded the program during a roundtable conversation with the U.S. Education Secretary

Cryptocurrency ATMs remain unregulated by the federal or state government, but one Kalispell legislator is working with the Commissioner of Securities and Insurance and local law enforcement to change that

Local Supreme Court candidates say the decision to enshrine nonpartisan judicial races into the state's constitution lies with the residents of Montana

Outdated equipment poses safety and accessibility issues for students, but fundraising efforts for a new playground still have a long way to go, booster club president says

Attendees raised concerns about the Trump administration's actions and emphasized importance of practicing First Amendment rights, while Republican officials decried the event as a ‘hate America rally’

Half the council’s seats are on the ballot this year, along with the mayor

Voters will have a say on the $84.8 million bond issue to pay for an expansion and additions to the high school, which would mark the school’s first major renovation in 30 years