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No signs of flooding in the Flathead Play Video
April 30, 2012 6:49 PM
KALISPELL- The rain has continued to fall across Northwest Montana but according to the National Weather Service, the Flathead Valley shouldn't see major flooding anytime soon. Spring runoff is clearly underway on rivers like the Stillwater near Lawrence Park in Kalispell and an entire tree sits right in the... more » -
Kalispell conference spotlights human trafficking dangers Play Video
April 27, 2012 9:47 AM
KALISPELL- Several reported cases of teenage exploitation in Northwest Montana have helped shed light on a growing statewide issue. The presence of human trafficking in Montana has now become the focus of many local women and children's advocate groups and on Thursday community leaders from all over the state... more » -
Kalispell woman dies after Bigfork crash
April 22, 2012 1:33 PM
BIGFORK- A 51-year-old Kalispell woman who crashed her car near Bigfork around 1 a.m. Saturday did not seek immediate medical attention died later that afternoon in her sleep. The Montana Highway Patrol told Montana's News Station the woman was driving south on Foothill Road at a high rate of... more » -
10 Kalispell businesses pass alcohol compliance check
April 19, 2012 2:14 PM
KALISPELL- The most recent round of alcohol compliance checks performed by the Alcohol Enforcement Team (AET), show that 10 of 11 of the business checked in Kalispell passed with flying colors. The AET performed the checks on April 13th and just one of the businesses sold alcohol to an underage... more » -
Interim Flathead Co. Commissioner sworn in Play Video
April 17, 2012 5:04 PM
KALISPELL- Things are looking a little brighter now that an interim Flathead County Commissioner has been appointed. The position was left open after the sudden death of Jim Dupont. Cal Scott was one of three nominees to serve as the District 1 Commissioner after Dupont's death this March. Tuesday... more » -
Interim Flathead Co. commissioner appointed Play Video
April 16, 2012 10:18 PM
KALISPELL- The Flathead County Commission has approved an interim county commissioner. Cal Scott was one of three men nominated to serve as the District 1 Commissioner after the sudden death of Jim Dupont. Commissioners Pam Holmquist and Dale Lauman voted Scott in on Monday and he'll be sworn in... more » -
Driving tourism to the Flathead Valley discussed Play Video
April 13, 2012 11:01 PM
KALISPELL- A conversation about driving tourism to the Flathead Valley took place between gubernatorial candidates and local politicians Friday. Rick Hill who is running for Governor and his aspiring Lieutenant Governor Jon Sonju held a round table discussion at the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce with legislators and business representatives.... more » -
Rehberg gets a first-hand look at a "firing" Flathead business Play Video
April 13, 2012 9:46 PM
KALISPELL- The Flathead Valley has it's fair share of economically depressed businesses. But one industry is gaining ground... and one business, specifically, is "blasting" off. Congressman Denny Rehberg dropped by the Montana Rifleman Company on Friday to get a first-hand look at the "firing" Flathead business. If there... more » -
Flathead Co. woman accused in high speed chase released
April 13, 2012 8:12 PM
KALISPELL- A Flathead Valley woman accused of leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle with her boyfriend has been released from jail. In November 20-year-old Nicole Brick and 22-year-old Zachary Bergman both of Kalispell, allegedly stole two vehicles and led Kalispell Police Officers on a high-speed... more » -
Kalispell dentist sets up reward for a good deed Play Video
April 13, 2012 1:12 AM
KALISPELL- Good deeds shouldn't go unnoticed, at least that's the message a Kalispell dentist is trying to spread to kids around the Flathead Valley. Dr. Tom Pittaway is known for good incentive programs, offering kids prizes and even cash for "doing the right thing." This month, he is... more » -
Kalispell bus company unveils new bus design Play Video
April 12, 2012 7:44 PM
KALISPELL- You may soon see a new bus traveling through the Flathead Valley that looks a little bit different. In fact you can see the inside of this bus, from the outside. Kalispell's little bus company Eagle Transit, is not so little anymore. The newly grown up transportation system... more » -
Man sentenced for Kalispell casino armed robbery Play Video
April 12, 2012 5:58 PM
KALISPELL- A man who robbed a Flathead Valley casino at gunpoint last year has been sentenced to two years with the Department of Corrections for the incident. Jesus Din, 20, robbed the Lucky Lil's Casino in Kalispell with a mask on his face and a handgun last December. He... more » -
Flathead Valley hosts advanced manufacturing panel Play Video
April 11, 2012 8:13 PM
KALISPELL- The recession hit the construction and timber industry hard and now advanced manufacturing companies are starting up all over the Flathead Valley in its place. Several employees from different companies and businesses across the Flathead Valley attended an advanced manufacturing panel on Wednesday. Speakers from Applied Materials,... more » -
Hundreds of Flathead NF trees possibly may be cut down Play Video
April 10, 2012 7:25 PM
KALISPELL- About 270 Western Larch trees in the Flathead National Forest could be cut down over the next 10 years. The U.S. Forest Service is proposing that the trees be cut down to collect the cones. The seeds from the cones would be used for reforestation. The USFS currently... more » -
Recent Flathead grass fires raise questions about fire season Play Video
April 10, 2012 7:11 PM
KALISPELL- Open burning season has been keeping Flathead County fire departments busy over the past few weeks. Grass across much of the valley is still dead from snow cover, but Flathead County Fire Service Area Manager Lincoln Chute says that when you add sun and wind a burn can... more » -
Kalispell cancer recover program seeking volunteers Play Video
April 10, 2012 6:19 PM
KALISPELL- Cancer treatments can be very taxing and exhausting for those going through them, that's why the American Cancer Society wants to take a little of the burden off. The Road to Recovery program finds people willing to drop off and pick people up from their cancer treatments so... more » -
More charges possible for man in alleged Whitefish home invasion Play Video
April 10, 2012 5:10 PM
KALISPELL- The Flathead County Attorney's Office is waiting for the federal government to prosecute Kevin Gaethle for his alleged role in an armed home invasion and robbery near Whitefish. The Flathead County Deputy Attorney filed a motion on Monday to put a "hold" on the state case, so a... more » -
Kalispell construction to slow some commuters Play Video
April 9, 2012 11:07 PM
KALISPELL- A number of construction projects are beginning all over the Flathead Valley, but one in Kalispell may slow down traffic this week. Commuters who travel West Idaho Street can expect slight delays over the next few days as crews narrow streets to one lane. They will also remove... more » -
Autism Awareness Month marked in Kalispell Play Video
April 9, 2012 7:45 PM
KALISPELL- April marks Autism Awareness Month and a Flathead children's clinic wants you to see just how many children face this illness. The Child Development Center in Kalispell has placed one pinwheel in their yard for every child affected by autism in the Flathead Valley and on Monday there... more » -
Flathead Co. one step closer to selecting interim commissioner
April 6, 2012 8:33 PM
County commissioners are one step closer to selecting an interim commissioner to replace the late Jim Dupont. The commissioners office will be conducting interviews on Monday with two of the candidates proposed by the republican committee. According to the Commissioner's Office, they hope to have an interim commissioner by... more » -
Field narrows in Flathead Co. commissioner search Play Video
April 5, 2012 9:12 PM
KALISPELL- The search for an interim Flathead County commissioner has been narrowed down to three candidates.The commission has been looking to fill the vacant spot since the untimely death of Jim Dupont last month. Commissioners received recommendations to continue interviewing Lyle Phillips, of Whitefish and Cal Scott, of Columbia Falls.... more » -
Meeting to address Flathead Co. Landfill expansion Play Video
April 5, 2012 8:56 PM
KALISPELL- A meeting next week will further the discussion on plans to expand the Flathead County Landfill. The meeting will discuss, the lifespan of the current landfill and proposed expansion. According to Operations Manager Jim Chilton, the district owns enough land to handle 60 years of disposal. But, they... more » -
Bears on the prowl in the Flathead Valley Play Video
April 5, 2012 8:44 PM
It's officially spring... and bears are now emerging from the woods in search of food. According to Kalispell Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) officials, the numbers of bear sightings remains small right now, but they have definitely emerged. There have been signs of grizzlies coming out of hibernation in Glacier... more » -
Flathead Co. Mosquito Control Board adopts new control plan Play Video
April 2, 2012 5:29 PM
In response to a recent Environmental Protection Agency ruling, the Flathead County Mosquito Control Board adopts a new plan for controlling the pesky bugs. Board members say they are choosing to use a pesticide called, Kontrol 4+4, because its effects are less detrimental on the environment than other pesticides.... more » -
Man accused in Flathead Co. high-speed chase sentenced Play Video
March 29, 2012 7:45 PM
KALISPELL- A man who reportedly led law enforcement on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle will spend 5 years with the Montana Department of Corrections. On October 3rd last year, Joshua Rosalez was spotted in a stolen vehicle by a Kalispell Police Officer. Rosalez led law enforcement... more » -
Documentary profiles the job of a fire lookout
March 28, 2012 5:30 PM
Day after day during fire season, a fire lookout scans the forest for signs of fire. A new documentary has been gaining attention and winning awards around the country as it profiles the solitary life of a Flathead National Forest Service fire lookout. "The Lookout" follows Forest Service... more » -
Man enters plea in Kila home burglary case
March 28, 2012 9:10 AM
KALISPELL- The final of four people, who are accused of burglarizing a Kila home back in January, pleaded not guilty to his charges on Tuesday. Aaron Zelenik, 34, faces felony counts of burglary and theft for allegedly helping to steal firearms, a gun safe, and other items from a... more » -
Flathead NF controlled burns start up Play Video
March 26, 2012 7:22 PM
KALISPELL- Prescribed burning have begun on the Flathead National Forest, so you may see smoke in the near future. Both the Swan Lake and Tally Lake Ranger districts are conducting several fire projects depending on weather conditions and air quality. Each project will follow a prescribed fire burn plan aimed... more » -
Thousand of acres set for Flathead NF prescribed burns
March 22, 2012 7:19 PM
KALISPELL- The Flathead National Forest is about to have a few thousand acres of prescribed burns underway to prevent wildfires this summer. The Tally Lake Ranger District is planning on burning piles as early as next week and could last through mid June. Bill Creek, Bootjack Lake, Ashley Lake... more » -
Marion animal cruelty case statements refuted Play Video
March 22, 2012 7:11 PM
COLUMBIA FALLS- The director of the Flathead County Spay and Neuter task force says recent statements made by Ed Criswell, who is charged with animal cruelty, are completely untrue. Criswell told Montana's News Station in an interview last week that he and wife Cheryl have filed an appeal regarding... more » -
Spring Mack Days continue on Flathead Lake Play Video
March 22, 2012 7:05 PM
SOMERS- Another sign of spring is the start of the Spring Mack Days fishing competition on Flathead Lake. The tournament started this past weekend and over 3,000 lake trout were fished out of Flathead Lake by 680 anglers. Mack Days was created as a fun way to lower the... more » -
Flathead in shock after Jim Dupont's death Play Video
March 19, 2012 7:30 PM
KALISPELL- The Flathead Valley was in a state of shock Monday after learning of the death of one of its most recognized leaders. Flathead County Commissioner Jim Dupont, just 65 years old, died suddenly at his home early Monday morning. Flathead County Commissioner Pam Holmquist said the news was... more » -
Now's the time to apply for flood insurance in MT
March 16, 2012 7:59 PM
COLUMBIA FALLS- Flathead Valley residents were on edge about rivers flooding at this tine last year because of the large amount of snow in the mountains and although it's too early to tell for this year, it is still a good idea to be prepared. Planners from the Flathead... more »
