Teachers across all experience levels will see an average salary increase of 4.64% for the 2024-25 school year

Home values continue to rise faster than other property types, pulling tax burden onto homeowners

The nonprofit this fall awarded over $24,000 to 14 Kalispell teachers through its annual Great Opportunity Grant Program. 

Healthcare officials at a Nov. 19 Kalispell Chamber of Commerce luncheon said Logan Health has doubled its size in the last decade while officials warn of significant financial impacts surrounding the potential rejection of Medicaid expansion in 2025

Cascade County election administrator reported receiving mailed ballots completed by voters in places such as Wasilla, Alaska, Vancouver, Washington, and Tampa, Florida

A charter amendment allowing the city council to be compensated for their work was approved by voters earlier this month by a 287-vote margin

The newly reelected Republican governor says the state can reduce income and property taxes while investing in public safety and education

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

A remodeled home on 1 acre in Bigfork; a spacious property in the heart of Kalispell; and a Columbia Falls rancher next to a park

Atendees will be able to ask questions about construction and celebrate the Bridge Street Bridge on Nov. 21 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. 

Montana is one of seven states that does not allow people to change the sex on their birth certificate

The nonprofit will begin hosting educational workshops teaching basic auto repair, carpentry, plumbing and electrical skills to help guests learn new trades and avoid unnecessary bills

New iteration would cap tax value growth at 2% a year on primary residences that don’t change ownership

Last month, Blackfeet Community College celebrated 50 years as a tribal college. Grounded in its history as a cultural institution, the college is expanding its academic programs to meet changing community needs. 

Kalispell Republican and former Speaker of the Montana House Matt Regier will serve as Senate president. Reps. Braxton Mitchell and Amy Regier will be House majority whips.