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Nathan Reiner named NW MT warden captain Nathan Reiner named NW MT warden captain

News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks KALISPELL — Nathan Reiner was named the Region 1 (northwest Montana) warden captain for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. Reiner stepped into the new role in July and is replacing Lee Anderson, who was named FWP’s new regional supervisor. As warden captain, Reiner oversees the regional game wardens and regional investigator who are responsible for enforcing fish, wildlife, and recreation laws.  Reiner grew up in Kalispell and graduated from Flathead High School in 1992. He graduated from Wayne State College in Nebraska in 1996, earning a degree in criminal justice and a minor in sociology. He served in the U.S. Army Reser...


Federal law enforcement agencies liable when officers commit sexual violence

News from the ACLU of Montana HELENA — The Montana Supreme Court ruled in L.B. vs United States that Federal law enforcement agencies may be held liable when officers commit sexual violence on the job. This ruling comes in a case involving a federal officer who sexually assaulted a Native American...


Co-op Brewery prepares for September Co-op Brewery prepares for September

RONAN — As the seasons start to change the Ronan Cooperative Brewery is lining up its fall events, including its second anniversary.  On Friday, Sept. 23, the Co-op will close down the street to throw a combination Oktoberfest and anniversary celebration, complete with live music, food trucks, ...


Gianforte meets with starting teachers

News from the Office of the Governo r HELENA — Promoting efforts to recruit more educators by increasing starting teacher pay, Governor Greg Gianforte met with two starting teachers at Manhattan High School who are benefiting from higher starting teacher pay through the TEACH Act. “Creatin...


Flathead Lake is full Flathead Lake is full

News and Photos from Energy Keepers, Inc. FLATHEAD LAKE — Flathead Lake is currently completely full at 2892.9’. As we transition into September, the lake will begin a slow draft down to approximately 2891.0’ by Oct. 31. The lake is drafted each fall to mitigate the impacts of wave act...


Join the MV Choral

POLSON — Enjoy singing? Come join the Mission Valley Choral Society to prepare for Christmas concerts held in December 2022. Practices begin Tuesday, Sept. 20 from 7-9 p.m. at the New Life Church in Polson. Choir Director Christian Bumgarner has created a varied musical selection from “Gloria&...


FWP to host open houses

News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks HELENA — In the coming weeks, anglers will have several opportunities to comment on fishing regulation proposals for the 2023/24 regulation booklet. These proposals were developed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff after working with the public o...


MT Antiques Appraisal Fair set for Sept. 10

News from the Montana History Foundation HAMILTON — Ever wonder what grandpa’s baseball cards are worth? What about that old painting in your attic? Bring your treasures to Hamilton and find out.  The Montana History Foundation and the Daly Mansion are excited to announce tickets for...


Flathead Audubon sponsors Birds of Prey Festival Flathead Audubon sponsors Birds of Prey Festival

News from the Flathead Audubon Society KALISPELL — Flathead Audubon will hold the 14th Annual Birds of Prey Festival on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Lone Pine State Park in Kalispell. This free family event will feature Kate Davis of Raptors of the Rockies, a 34-year raptor educato...


Cancer support group meets

News from Cheerful Heart, Inc. POLSON — A cancer support group for anyone affected by cancer meets twice monthly at St. Joseph Medical Center from noon to 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Gatherings are informal allowing folks to drop-in when schedules and life permits. ...


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