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Missoula City Council affirms support for new restrictions on unhoused population
A majority of Missoula City Council members signed a public letter reaffirming support for new restrictions on where unhoused people can live. The council members in the letter say addressing homelessness requires a “thoughtful and compassionate response,” and argue the new city ordinance aligns with that goal. The...
Briefs: Flathead Reservation law enforcement; Malmstrom crash kills one, injures three
Lake County turns down Governor’s offer to fund temporary law enforcement on the Flathead Reservation. Lake County commissioners turned down Gov. Greg Gianforte’s offer to temporarily pay for law enforcement services on the Flathead Reservation. This is part of an ongoing fight over who will manage felony crimes.
Glacier Park home on market for $15 million
By CHRIS PETERSONHungry Horse NewsA home on Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park has hit the open market. While other properties in Glacier have been sold in the past few years, none have had the expansive views afforded by the Graff family estate, a modest home at the foot of the lake.The home is what’s known as an “inholding” meaning it was private property before the creation of Glacier in 1910. Lake McDonald has numerous private inholdings along its shorelines at the foot and the head of the lake.The home is listed at $15 million, Realtor Angie Killian of Berkshire...
Injured hiker rescued on "M" Trail near Bozeman
BOZEMAN, Mont. - On July 2, 2024, at 8:51 PM Gallatin County 911 Dispatch received a call from a hiker in need of assistance. The hiker had been trail running with a group when they injured their leg. The hiker provided his location indicating he was close to the top of Baldy Mountain. The hiker indicated they were in a group with three other individuals who were assisting them down the mountain.
Supreme Court overturns FERC solar approval after Chevron’s demise
A Montana solar project may be one of the first casualties of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine. In a short order Tuesday, the justices granted a request to reverse a lower court ruling affirming the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s approval of the Broadview solar array and battery storage facility in Billings, Montana. The order was one of nine directing federal courts to reconsider decisions on everything from Internal Revenue Service audits to the removal of officials from federal offices, based on Friday’s Chevron ruling.
Veterans retreat expands near Thompson Falls
On a peaceful mountain retreat in Thompson Falls, close to 100 people gathered recently to celebrate the acquisition of a new 60-acre facility for a veterans group called, Patrol Base Abbate Return to Base.Located on Tanager Road, this off-grid mountain base above the Clark Fork River exists as a place for veterans from all branches to rest, reconnect with other fellow military personnel, and rediscover the meaning of service to themselves, families and communities. The unique name of the organization, Patrol Base Abbate, was used to honor the legacy of Sergeant Matt Abbate, a Navy Cross recipient posthumously awarded. He was...
Another great 50 Mile Garage Sale
Chances are, if someone was on the hunt for something during the 50 Mile Garage Sale, they probably found what they were looking for. Dozens of residents and businesses along the more than 50-mile stretch between Lolo and Darby were set up and ready for the masses of thrifters, collectors and yard sale enthusiasts this last weekend.
Kids rule too in Best of Whitefish
Eight-year-old Poppy George stood out amongst older folks, placing second in the Best of Whitefish Best Athlete category. George said her mantra is, “I believe in myself. I believe in my team. I believe in God.” George has been a martial arts student at SBG Gym for three years and has a gray/black belt. She also plays soccer with Glacier Surf and her soccer team brought home the gold in their latest home competition, the 3 Blind Refs tournament at the KidSport Complex in Kalispell. The annual tournament is the largest in Montana with over 180 teams coming in from Montana, Idaho, Washington and Canada. Aided by her teammates’ awesome performances, George helped her team score two goals for the win. Among George’s accolades is Mutton Busting Champion, as she competed at the Montana Longhorn Company's Mutton Busting Championship. George said she also likes to support her sister Flora in her Dream Adaptive Recreation activities. Poppy George and her sister Flora. (Photo provided by Ali George)
Laurel's newest school trustee is former teacher and life-long Laurel resident
Laurel Public Schools has selected a new trustee to finish the term vacated by Dan Fettig. Kayla Gray, a former Spanish teacher at Laurel High School, will finish the final year of Fettig's term. He resigned for personal reasons. Superintendent Matt Torix said Fettig was a valuable asset to the Laurel School Board and will be missed.
Company looking to build solar farm near Fairview, Montana
FAIRVIEW, Mont. (KUMV) - A solar energy project could soon be coming to northeast Montana. Stellar Renewable Power is looking to develop a 74.5-megawatt solar generating facility in Richland County. The infrastructure would be built 2.5 miles west of Fairview along State Highway 201. The facility would generate up to...
Hamilton gets new tennis courts
The Hamilton School District unveiled their new high school tennis courts to the public on June 18th. The six new courts are located northwest of Hamilton’s football field. Their completion was the culmination of four years of planning and hard work from the Hamilton School District. Current and former...
Whitefish's Maggie Voisin drops into new career
How about retiring only to dive whole-heartedly into a few new careers? That’s just what Whitefish’s Maggie Voisin is doing. The three-time Olympian and X Games champion announced her retirement last month from a 10-year career as an elite slopestyle and big air skier – but the 25-year-old is not nearly ready to pick up knitting or golf.Rather, she’s jumping into the next chapter of her career – from a helicopter.Voisin is taking her skills from the park to the wild mountains, most recently, to the Chilkat range in Haines, Alaska. Skiing the big mountains presents a “circle of emotions” to...
Twins stay hot in wins over Libby, Bitterroot
The Glacier Twins A team picked up a doubleheader sweep over Libby at home on Tuesday, June 25, winning the first game 19-3 and then following that up with a 15-2 win.In the first matchup, Glacier scored 12 runs in the first inning, and the route was on. Trenton Derosa stuck out three Libby batters in three innings of work. At the plate, Jacon McIntyre hit a home run and finished the game with four RBI. Kellen Kroger went 3-for-3 with a double and six RBI, while Maddox Muller had two hits and four RBI.Michael Miller drove in two runs,...
GOAT Vote: Down to top 3 athletes in CMR, Great Falls High poll
The first vote has closed for the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) athlete polls for Great Falls High and C.M. Russell High, narrowing down the top 10 to three for each school. The top fan vote recipients for both of our high schools were likely not a surprise, with Dave Dickenson earning the most for the Rustlers and Bill Zadick for the Bison.
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