County approves buying land for septage facility
Flathead County will purchase 36.9 acres in Lower Valley with the intention of developing a regional septage treatment facility on the site.
County questions taxing accuracy
Flathead County has attached itself to other counties in the state seeking a determination of whether the state is accurately taxing property owners.
FVCC college center can host crowds of up to 1,000
As the fall semester began last week at Flathead Valley Community College, a large-scale project expected to enhance student learning and provide greater opportunities for community usage continued to take shape on the edge of campus.
Whitefish Credit Union welcomes new CFO
Scott Bolster has made a career of working for credit unions because he appreciates the credit union philosophy of putting members first.
Whitefish man builds the home of the future
Focusing on the goal of generating enough electricity for his electrically- heated home and to charge an electric car, Lee Calhoun put a lot of attention to detail in the construction of his home and added solar panels to the roof. He expected to meet his goal during the summer, but then in the first 10 days of March the solar panels began generating more energy than he was consuming.
At Whitefish Mountain Resort, a protest over racism, diversity
A group of about 30 people held a protest at Whitefish Mountain Resort on Sunday for what organizers say was an effort to raise awareness of a culture of racism at the resort.
Man dies in tree well accident on Big Mountain
Gilman and his friends reportedly had planned to ski the out-of-bounds terrain and meet at the base of Chair 5 on the East Rim. CPR was performed at the scene and Gilman was transported to North Valley Hospital’s Base Lodge Clinic, and from there Big Mountain ambulance transported the patient to the hospital. Two Bear Air and ALERT helicopters were dispatched, but it was determined that ground transportation via toboggan was the most efficient mode of transport.
State Park visitation way up in 2020
Visitation at Montana State Parks increased in 2020 significantly.
Nurse recognized for work at West Glacier clinic
When patients come into North Valley Hospital’s seasonal clinics, they are often seeking immediate care while on vacation here.
Whitefish philanthropy helps Columbia Falls food program
More than $3.2 million was awarded to 56 Flathead Valley nonprofits recently during a celebratory virtual awards ceremony for the 2020 Great Fish Community Challenge.
More Covid deaths at Whitefish care facility
This brings the total number of deaths associated with the Whitefish Care and Rehabilitation Center to 10.
Whitefish native working on coronavirus vaccine
Whitefish graduate Dr. Colin Fields is part of research efforts to develop a vaccine for the coronavirus.
Resident in long term care facility dies from coronavirus
The Flathead City-County Health Department on Saturday confirmed the death of an individual residing in a long term care facility due to COVID-19.
FORLOH brings tech to outdoor clothing
Andy Techmanski, founder of FORLOH outdoor apparel company, was on a trip up the North Fork recently while wearing one of his company’s shirts. The mosquitoes were so bad, he sprayed himself down with bugs repellent multiple times, and the next day when he smelled the shirt, designed to eliminate scent for hunters, it smelled brand new.
Whitefish cancels fireworks
The annual fireworks show over Whitefish Lake on the Fourth of July has been canceled.
Gyms, theaters can reopen May 15 at 50% capacity
Gyms and fitness studios, movie theaters and museums have the option to reopen beginning Friday, May 15, Gov. Steve Bullock announced Thursday.
Health nurse: ‘There’s a whole bunch of us that are not immune to this yet’
Flathead County currently has no active confirmed cases of COVID-19 and the total number of cases has been holding steady for about three weeks, but the Flathead City-County Health Officer is still urging caution.
Council OKs Nucleus trial stop sign
A four-way stop for Nucleus Avenue has gotten the OK.
Stupendous speakers earn sixth-straight title
Make it six.
Library relocation squabble continues
Friends of the Columbia Falls library seem split on what the future of the library should be.
Nucleus stop sign decision stalls
The Columbia Falls City Council seems to be stalled on whether or not to install stop signs along Nucleus Avenue.
Peaks or signs: The changing face of W. Glacier
How should West Glacier look in the coming years?
C. Falls Library Association members protest relocation
Members of the Columbia Falls Library Association don’t want to see their library move.
PSC approves CenturyLink, Qwest merger
The Montana Public Service Commission last month approved the proposed merger between CenturyLink and Qwest.
Wastewater plant gets high-tech upgrades
After spending the better part of a year under construction, the City of Columbia Falls’ upgraded wastewater treatment plant is running and already the improvements are proving beneficial.
2010: Year of celebration
The year 2010 was marked by both tragedy and celebration in Columbia Falls and the Canyon.
County commissioners delay library funding decision
Flathead County commissioners are considering a request by the Columbia Falls branch library for $268,000 in funding.
Youth curfew starts next year
Starting next year Columbia Falls youth will have to be home by 11 p.m.
Nucleus stop sign hearing set for January
The Columbia Falls City Council is taking a step back from requesting a stop sign on Nucleus Avenue.
PSC evaluates CenturyLink, Qwest merger
The Montana Public Service Commission continues to evaluate a possible merger between CenturyLink and Qwest.
Council zones subdivisions
The Columbia Falls City Council dealt with land issues Monday night.
Council asks state to approve Nucleus stop sign
The Columbia Falls City Council wants to make Nucleus Avenue safer for pedestrians.
A new way to welcome visitors
Volunteers unveil steel town signs
A true community effort has come to fruition as new welcome signs for Columbia Falls are going up.
Natural inspiration
Artist’s stay in wilderness results in paintings, music
It was late one night when Jim Clayborn heard a ruckus outside his cabin.
Group wants sports complex at Vetville
A Columbia Falls group would like to transform a 16-acre Flathead County park into a sports complex.
West Glacier could have broadband by 2011
If a possible deal between CenturyLink and Qwest goes through, the residents of West Glacier could finally have broadband service by the end of 2011.
Glacier proves to be a very popular park
Visitors flocked to Glacier National Park this year in what could be record numbers.
City council approves community garden
The Columbia Falls City Council gave the community garden a place to officially take root Monday.
Baucus meets with locals to discuss small business boost, jobs, health care
Sen. Max Baucus started his small business listening session in Columbia Falls last week by asking those in attendance to throw their toughest questions at him.
City's smaller budget won't break the bank
The Columbia Falls City Council took a first look at its 2010-2011 budget Monday.
Council supports Red Bridge repair
In an effort to take advantage of possible funding opportunities, the City of Columbia Falls is once again throwing its support behind plans to revamp the Red Bridge.
First Best Place receives $30,000
North Valley Hospital and First Best Place Task Force have finalized an agreement together that means an infusion of cash to the community group.
Hungry Horse's facelift
A mere few months ago, Jennilee Burke and Jamie Foster were volunteers at the Canyon Cleanup in Hungry Horse.
Citizens ask for larger police force
When Scot Larkin's neighbor's home was broken into he took action.
Hybrid trout removal promising
Efforts by the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks to eradicate hybrid trout from several lakes seems promising thus far.
West Glacier teacher's dismissal draws fire
Parents and community members filled the West Glacier School Board meeting room Tuesday to ask the board to reconsider its decision not to renew one teacher's contract for the next school year.
Council discusses future goals for city
Improving traffic and pedestrian safety. Providing more activities for citizens. Enhancing the city's economy by getting tourists to stop and stay in the city and attracting business for jobs. Continuing to upgrade the city parks.
Men arrested for alleged rape, kidnap
Two men have been arrested for an alleged kidnapping and rape in Hungry Horse Sunday night.
Plum Creek asks for log waste landfill
Plum Creek wants to turn a former gravel pit into a landfill to dispose of its log waste.
Canyon school to remain open one more year
Canyon Elementary will remain open for one more school year, but with a reduction of programs.