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cowboystatedaily.com
Maybe This Is The Year Someone Will Finally Buy $72 Million Montana Private Island
With clear skies and temperatures flirting with 90 degrees, it’s a perfect weekend to enjoy a private island on Montana’s Flathead Lake. The only problem is you’ll still need $72 million to snatch it off the market. While a lot has changed in the past four years,...
mtpr.org
Briefs: 'Right to repair' win for farmers; Columbia Falls Aluminum cleanup
Settlement marks step forward for farmers' 'right to repair'. A major settlement between states, the Federal Trade Commission and John Deere marks a step forward for farmers' “right to repair.” The movement advocates for manufacturers to provide equal access to parts, diagnostic tools and software typically restricted to authorized dealers.
Lake County Leader
Polson Lube is excited to join Ronan with second location
Polson Lube is in the process of constructing a new location off Round Butte Road, next to the Ronan VFW, and father-and-son owners, Dennis and Nick Baughman, are excited to join the community this August. Dennis said the new location's goal is to create a better customer experience. He explained that, at the Polson shop, the current influx of customers is increasing wait times. He also added that this will be more convenient for their many customers driving in from the southern portion of the valley. The new location, which will be called Ronan Lube, aims to be more user-friendly as well, with twice the waiting area, a larger shop and deeper service pits. “We're a quick oil change, and we don't want to have people wait so much, so this will just kind of ease it down here a little bit,” Dennis said. They have hired three new employees to start at the new location, who are currently being trained. They, along with two current employees and Dennis, will be heading down to kick off Ronan Lube. Dennis said that from there, they will probably bring on a full-time store manager once the store is established, and Nick will
Whitefish Pilot
Letter to the Editor: Making it right
In a world where it can sometimes feel difficult to get quality follow-through, I want to publicly commend a local business that truly stands by its word. Recently, Martel Construction conducted a final walkthrough of the landscaping at the new North Valley Middle School (NVMS) facility. A few issues were identified, and without hesitation, Martel promised to "fix the wrongs." They didn't just fix them; they showed up in full force. This past Monday evening at 4:45 p.m.—in stifling 85-degree heat—about a dozen Martel trucks and 18 employees arrived on-site. They spent the evening hauling heavy rock, replacing the underlying weed mat, and meticulously putting everything back in place. I know firsthand that this was not a fun or easy task, especially after a long workday in the summer heat. This is exactly how businesses build a lasting, respected name for themselves. NVMS is incredibly grateful to Martel Construction for their integrity, accountability, and unwavering commitment to excellence. They made it right, and it did not go unnoticed. Gratefully, Deidre Corson, executive director, North Valley Music School
skiracing.com
Winter Coaching Opportunities | Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation (FVSEF)
Organization: Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation (FVSEF) Location: Whitefish Mountain Resort, Whitefish, Montana. Employment Type: Seasonal | Part-Time, Full-Time & Weekend Opportunities Available. Compensation: Competitive, based on experience, plus staff benefits. Join the FVSEF Coaching Team. The Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation (FVSEF) is seeking passionate, knowledgeable, and motivated coaches...
explorebigsky.com
Building from the ground up with Whitefish Credit Union
What to know before buying land and financing your dream home. For many people, building a custom home is the ultimate dream. It is the opportunity to create a space that’s designed specifically for the way they want to live, but unlike purchasing an existing home, building from the ground up requires careful planning long before construction begins.
Hungry Horse News
New Glacier Bank expected by April 2027
The corner of Nucleus Avenue and Highway 2 will be transformed in the coming months as Glacier Bank is building a new building at the location that will not only give customers and staff a new building, but will enhance the nearby falls into a more attractive place to relax. Fifty years ago, the original structure was built at the location and named Glacier National Bank. Early investors included local businessmen Dr. Michael Allen, Doug Remick, James Groschupf and Roger Elliott. The new bank was capitalized with $700,000 and shares of stock sold at $280 apiece. Construction started in 1975 and was completed in 1976. Glacier Bank, (sans national) however, actually has roots in Kalispell. It opened in 1955 in downtown as First Federal Savings and Loan. The staff of two, back in 1955, has now grown to over 260 employees in 13 branches across Western Montana, with many more branches across the West. Today Glacier Bancorp, Inc. is a publicly traded regional bank with divisions in Montana, Idaho, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, and Nevada. In 1989, First Federal acquired Glacier National Bank of Columbia Falls. A year later, the company changed the name of the holding company to
Flathead Beacon
The Western News
Libby foresters honored for their careers in management
The Montana State Society of American Foresters (SAF) recently held their annual state conference at Lubrecht Experimental Forest, located 30 miles northeast of Missoula in the Blackfoot River drainage. This 21,000-plus acre tract is managed by the University of Montana College of Forestry and Conservation. This conference was a mix of indoor seminars and outdoor demonstrations, including a look at a number of forest management research projects being implemented by undergraduate forestry students. At the evening awards banquet, state officers recognized two members of the Libby Chapter of SAF for their contributions in 2025. Former Lincoln County Forester, Ed Levert was awarded as the statewide Citizen of the Year “For demonstrating significant effort in advancement of the profession, especially through public eduction and service to SAF.” As a dedicated career forester, and over 50 years with SAF, Levert has continuously demonstrated what it is to be a practitioner. Ed recently stepped down as Chair of the Forest Stewardship Foundation, after serving for the past 20 years and is a member of the Kootenai Forest Stakeholders Collaborative. Russ Gautreaux was recognized and awarded the statewide Forester of the Year ‘Recognizing Outstanding Professionalism in Forestry and Active Service in SAF”. Russ has
NBCMontana
BPA public safety shutoff to cut power to Flathead Electric members in Libby
LIBBY, Mont. — Flathead Electric Cooperative members in the Libby area are expected to lose power Thursday night when the Bonneville Power Administration implements a public safety power shutoff affecting the transmission line that supplies the area. BPA, which owns and operates the affected transmission line, decided to de-energize...
Flathead Beacon
Bio Station Finds ‘Forever Chemicals’ and Pharmaceuticals in Flathead Lake Watershed
When scientists at the Flathead Lake Biological Station collected water samples to test for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the Flathead water basin for the first time last fall, Director Jim Elser said they hoped the results would come back negative. The station, operated by the University of Montana, had not previously tested for the chemicals in the basin due to the expensive cost of analyses, which run at around $500 per sample, Elser said.
onekindesign.com
This lakefront house connects with its serene setting on Whitefish Lake, Montana
Olson Kundig Architects has created this stunning lakefront house that feels rooted in the traditions of lake living, yet subtle enough to blend into its surroundings on Whitefish, Montana. Oriented in parallel to Whitefish Lake, with views to nearby ski trails and the peaks of Glacier National Park, Montana Beach House encourages deep immersion within the landscape. Deliberately quiet in its surroundings, this lakeside retreat provides a flexible gathering place to comfortably host family and friends.
The Western News
State awards Farm to Market Bridge replacement contract
A Belgrade construction firm has been selected to build the new bridge across Libby Creek on Farm to Market Road, south of Libby. The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) announced in a July 9 press release that Battle Ridge Builders was selected to do the work on the $4.7 million project. The bridge was one of many structures and roads that were damaged in the December 2025 flood that caused millions of dollars of damage across south Lincoln County. “Our team has been working on restoring access since before the flood water receded and has done everything possible to fast-track project delivery,” said John Schmidt, MDT Missoula District Administrator. “We have designed the new bridge to be more resilient to future flood events.” Officials said work is scheduled to begin in the coming weeks and will include demolishing the current structure, installing bridge pilings and beams and pouring concrete. The bridge will be 28 feet wide and 303 feet long. The destroyed structure was 150 feet long. The project is scheduled for completion in late February 2027, weather and other unforeseen factors permitting. Farm to Market Road will remain closed to traffic until construction is complete. Officials asked those using