Flathead County

December 4 hearing will shape how federal dollars are spent on local housing, infrastructure, and economic development projects

Flathead County operates with ‘culture of thrift’ while Missoula spends 85% more per capita

5,753-acre harvest near Olney would create safety corridor while generating millions for Montana schools

Dennis Thornton seeks $50 million in damages, alleging malicious prosecution despite property ownership records

Defendant faces mandatory minimum 15-30 years in federal prison, fled home before arrest

Two-month project will close road sections between 1st and 3rd Avenue East starting June 2

Conservative jurist seeks to succeed retiring Justice Beth Baker

The National Weather Service in Flathead County has issued a Lake Wind Advisory effective April 11 at 11:42 AM until April 12 at 8:00 PM. Residents can expect southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, particularly in the southern portions of Flathead Lake around Wildhorse Island. Key Details: What…

The National Weather Service in Flathead County reports an Avalanche Watch has been issued by the Flathead Avalanche Center in Hungry Horse. This watch is effective from 8:00 AM March 25 to 8:00 AM March 26, 2025. Rising temperatures and direct sunlight may create very dangerous avalanche conditions on Wednesday. The affected areas include the…

The National Weather Service in Flathead County reports an Avalanche Warning in effect from March 24 at 6 AM to March 25 at 6 AM. The warning has been issued by the Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center for the Selkirk Mountains and West and East Cabinet Mountains above 4,000 feet. Very dangerous avalanche conditions have developed…

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Flathead County, valid from March 20 at 6 PM until March 22 at noon. Snow is expected, with the likelihood of minor impacts being greater than 60-90 percent. Total snow accumulations above 4,000 feet could reach 7-14 inches, while below 4,000 feet, there may…

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Flathead County. Snow is expected with a greater than 90 percent likelihood of minor impacts. Total snow accumulations could reach up to two inches. Locations affected include: Essex, Highway 83 from Bigfork to Swan Lake, Polebridge, Marias Pass, and Bad Rock Canyon. Timing: This…

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Flathead County, effective until 2 PM this afternoon. Snow accumulation up to 2 inches is expected, with a 90 percent chance of minor to moderate impacts. Key Details: What Snow with ongoing minor to moderate impacts Where Highway 56 Bull Lake Road When Until…

Montana Department of Justice warns residents to stay vigilant as the contractor scam agreement awaits judicial approval.

The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for Flathead County. As of 7AM, Doppler radar is tracking intense snow showers between Pinnacle, Essex, and Marias Pass, moving northeast at 15 mph. This statement includes warnings for Highway 2 between mile markers 165 and 196. Hazard Periods of moderate snow with visibility one-half…

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the West Glacier Region, effective from 9 PM Sunday until 9 AM Monday. Residents should prepare for southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph in the valleys and over 60 mph in higher terrain. Expect the strongest winds…

Acquisition signals potential network expansion in Northwest Montana