Yonder Mountain String Band’s High-Energy Bluegrass Sound Set to Make its Kalispell Debut
The band, which just released their new album “Nowhere Next,” will perform at FVCC’s Wachholz College Center on Friday, March 7
House Lawmaker Resigns After Bruising Battles on Vape Bills
Rep. Ron Marshall, a third-term lawmaker and vape shop owner, alleged that the Montana Legislature was rife with favoritism toward big tobacco companies
From Montana to Maine, Communities That Border Canada Worry U.S. Tariffs Come at a Personal Cost
A 10% tax on Canadian energy resources would be felt broadly in Montana
Bill to Exclude Nonprofits from State Land Leases Could Scuttle Flathead Valley Outdoor Recreation Programs
Aimed at prioritizing agricultural uses of state trust land, the bill would impact a host of local organizations, including ski clubs, shooting ranges, summer camps, and veterans programs
Montana Department of Labor and Industry Mobilizes ‘Rapid Response Event’ to Address Federal Layoffs
DLI Commissioner Sarah Swanson urges terminated employees to file for unemployment benefits
Floor Space: What You Can Buy for About $450,000
A one-level home on a quiet street in Lakeside; a beautifully updated home in Kalispell; and a spacious home on 1.24 acres in Marion
‘It’s Not About the Paycheck, It’s About the People’: Fired Workers Rally at Glacier National Park
Ranging from recently laid-off federal workers to public land advocates, more than 120 people turned out in West Glacier Saturday as a series of demonstrations unfolded across the U.S. to protest the Trump administration's federal workforce cuts
Community Members Divided Over Wastewater Treatment Expansion as DEQ Officials Weigh Permit Decision
The state agency held a public hearing on Thursday, the last day of the twice-extended public comment period. Proponents highlighted the permit’s stringent regulations in comparison to current county practices, while opponents warned against shortcomings in the permit’s design.
Bills Before Legislature Aim to Make Child Care More Affordable, Accessible
Lawmakers are debating proposals to change the Best Beginnings scholarship program, as well as a child care tax credit pitch.
As Glacier Park Prepares to Update 22-year-old Fire Management Plan, Officials Seek Public Input
Park officials are seeking feedback on an environmental assessment to a long-term fire management plan last updated in 2003; comments will be accepted through March 12
Entering its 16th Year, Bigfork Brewfest is On Tap Once Again
Almost 20 beer and cider makers will be represented at the annual event in downtown Bigfork on Saturday, March 1
Whitefish Lawmaker’s Bill to Expand Resort Tax Eligibility Moves through Legislature
The proposed legislation would increase population caps for resort tax areas and allow certain communities to levy an additional 1% in resort taxes to fund workforce housing.
Bill Establishing Indigenous Peoples Day Clears Senate for First Time in Years
While more than a dozen states recognize Indigenous Peoples Day, Montana is not among them
Zesty Baked Chickpea Snacks
I’ll show just how tasty homemade spice blends are on these crunchy bean snacks at this Saturday’s 10th annual Free the Seeds
Flathead Warming Center Reaches Agreement with City of Kalispell to Remain Open
Homeless shelter staff agree to keep open lines of communication with neighbors while the City of Kalispell must pay $140,000 in attorney fees and designate the city manager as a point person to address the public's concerns
