Missoula County Courthouse: Historic Architecture

Missoula County Chooses 8% Tax Increase While Flathead County Cuts Property Taxes

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

Montana Proposes Major Flathead Timber Harvest to Protect Power Lines from Wildfire

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

Flathead County Courthouse Exterior

Flathead County Faces Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Over Dismissed Trespass Case

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

Russell Smith Courthouse Exterior

Martin City Man Pleads Guilty to Producing, Distributing Child Pornography of 6-Year-Old He Babysat

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

3rd Street E Improvements Exhibit Overview

Major Street Reconstruction Project to Begin on Kalispell’s 3rd Street East

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

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Flathead Judge Dan Wilson Enters Montana Supreme Court Race

Conservative jurist seeks to succeed retiring Justice Beth Baker

Lake Wind Advisory for Flathead County

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…

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Avalanche Watch Issued for Flathead County

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…

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Avalanche Warning Issued for Flathead County

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…

A detailed view of vehicle tire tracks on a snow-covered road during winter.

Winter Weather Advisory for Flathead County

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…

A detailed view of vehicle tire tracks on a snow-covered road during winter.

Winter Weather Advisory for Flathead County

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…

A detailed view of vehicle tire tracks on a snow-covered road during winter.

Winter Weather Advisory for Flathead County

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…

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Flathead County Contractor to Pay $200,000 in Restitution for Scam

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

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Weather Statement: Intense Snow Showers for Flathead County

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…

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Wind Advisory for Flathead County March 8-10

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…

Vero Fiber acquires Montana Digital and the MtnMax fiber broadband brand.

Vero Fiber Acquires Montana Digital, Expanding High-Speed Internet Access in Flathead County

Acquisition signals potential network expansion in Northwest Montana

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Winter Weather Advisory for Flathead County

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Flathead County, effective from 11 PM Saturday until 8 AM Sunday. Freezing rain is expected, resulting in total ice accumulations of a glaze to up to one tenth of an inch on ground surfaces. The advisory covers various areas including Highway 2 from Kalispell…

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Flood Watch Issued for Western Montana

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for several counties in western Montana, including Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, Granite, Mineral, Missoula, and Ravalli Counties. This alert is in effect from Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon, February 24, due to anticipated flooding caused by rain, snowmelt, and possible ice jams. Excessive runoff is expected,…