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The hustle and bustle of the big city isn't that appealing to most people who live in rural Montana, including us. Last weekend, we got a little...

We get a new governor every four years. A new president every four years. The reality is, it's unlikely you or someone you know will ever be governor...

Just a reminder to community members that there will be two major visual arts events held in Thompson Falls on Saturday, April 13. The Flat Iron...

The days are getting longer, and we sure are happy about that. Last month we lost an hour of sleep (or so the legend goes) as daylight saving time... Full story

Mr. Blackstone: Please, please STOP IT! Enough is enough! To imply Mr. Trump’s constant lying, name-calling, bullying, and history of infidelity is...

Dear Editor, The article in the March 28th edition about legislative action titled “Bill Aims to Prohibit Union Coercion” is a deception, a wolf i...

The dreaded tax season. We're down to the last few weeks where everyone is scrambling to remember where they put their W2s and bank statements, and... Full story

Recently The Ledger asked local citizens whether Montana troops should be sent to patrol the U.S.-Mexico border. Of the six replies, all supported...

Spring has sprung in western Montana…finally. The warmer temperatures and long-awaited sunshine have boosted energy levels in all of us...

Dear Ledger and this wonderful community I feel fortunate to live in: I’m inspired with great emotions beside awesome appreciation living in the...

A recent resignation on the Noxon School Board precipitated the need for an appointment to finish out the term. Three candidates applied for the...

We welcome the signs of spring. The smell of skunks, the first sighting of robins and the bare ground peeking through the snow piles. You can also...

March is National Red Cross Month, and there’s no better time to roll up your sleeves, get involved in your community and join our team. Almost...

At the Thompson Falls School Board meeting on Monday, High School Principal Rich Ferris addressed attendance, saying it’s probably the greatest...

There is a new word being thrown around that most people haven’t heard of – “infanticide.” Which is most appropriately defined as murder. If... Full story

If you’ve watched the news recently, you’ve probably heard of the ridiculous petition circulating online that has a creative solution to the U.S....

The sportsman’s meeting held in Kalispell, January 30, drew 400 plus attendees. We would like to thank the area sportsmen and women, the Foundation...