Stacey Sherwin named interim president at SKC

The Salish Kootenai College (SKC) Board of Directors recently announced the resignation of Interim President Dr. Michael Munson, effective Jan. 13, and the subsequent appointment of Dr. Stacey Sherwin as interim president.

New bill promises harsher fines for boaters ignoring efforts to halt spread of invasive species in Montana

State wildlife officials examine over 100,000 boats annually at roadside inspection stations, searching for signs of hitchhiking critters that could harm local lakes, rivers and streams.

Orthopedic surgeon joins Clark Fork Valley Hospital

Clark Fork Valley Hosptial last month welcomed new orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Gregg Schellack.

Sanders County schools prepare for worst-case scenarios

Emergencies in Sanders County school can take many forms varying in severity and impacting students in different ways – from natural disasters and threats of violence to medical issues.

Kvelve's Comments: The big game is here

The day is in sight.

Thompson Falls splits with St. Ignatius

In boxing parlance, the pair of games this past week between St. Ignatius and Thompson Falls basketball teams was a split decision.

Home school teams take down Hot Springs

Evidence that home schooling and home school associations are growing in rural Montana were on display in Hot Springs this past week as the Flathead Valley Home School boys’ and girls’ basketball teams swept the Savage Heat and Lady Heat this past Tuesday in Hot Springs.

Troy takes down Noxon in non-conference meeting

For the Troy boys’ and girls’ basketball teams it was a rare sweep this past weekend of an opponent this season, at the expense of the visiting Noxon Red Devils and Lady Devils.

Bill to allow cigar bars in Montana spurs debate

If Montana allows cigar bars, residents and tourists will be able to enjoy a “premium, hand rolled cigar” on their visits, one proponent argued.

Legals for February, 5 2025

Rediscovering home: Elk populations

Throughout the 45 years I was away from my hometown, I returned a couple times a year to visit mother. Elk appeared to be more prevalent with each passing year as I visited the various drainages.

Amateur radio hobbyists tune in at winter field day

Amateur radio, or ham radio, has been a popular hobby throughout the years as well as an important service that brings people, electronics and communication together.

Amateur radio hobbyists tune in at winter field day

Amateur radio, or ham radio, has been a popular hobby throughout the years as well as an important service that brings people, electronics and communication together.

Hazardous waste refresher class planned in March

The Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) standard is a set of guidelines produced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to ensure the safety of workers dealing with hazardous waste and emergency situations.

Paradise presentation looks at Montana’s historic Chinese communities

Sunday afternoon, The Paradise Center hosted another “Conversations with …” which is an ongoing series that brings authors, experts and notable people to both inform residents and engage them in a dialog regarding subjects of shared interest.

Fee on snowmobile rentals would fund trail maintenance

A bill introduced to the Montana Legislature this week would add a small fee to snowmobile rentals to fund maintenance and grooming operations on Montana’s more than 4,000 miles of motorized winter trails.

Plains superintendent contract focus of public comments

The January Plains School Board meeting drew a large crowd, with attendees expecting a discussion about Superintendent Kathleen Walsh's contract and performance.

Fair board reaches deal with derby promoter

The Sanders County Fair Commission held a special evening meeting to review a proposed demolition derby contract submitted by 406 Promotions, based in Three Forks.

Kvelve's Comments: Unbeaten Tigers

So, there is one undefeated team still standing in the 13C conference, the mega-league that resulted from the merger of the old 14C and what was a six-team 13C.

Bobcats get conference win at St. Ignatius

The Superior Bobcats and Lady Bobcats split a pair of road games against St. Ignatius on Friday night, with the boys pulling out a 52-44 Western 13C conference victory over the Bulldogs.