CHRIS PETERSON
Chris Peterson is the editor of the Hungry Horse News. He covers Columbia Falls, the Canyon, Glacier National Park and the Bob Marshall Wilderness. All told, about 4 million acres of the best parts of the planet. He can be reached at editor@hungryhorsenews.com or 406-892-2151.
Recent Stories
Arlee man believed to be victim of wreck on Hwy. 2
A man who was killed in a fiery wreck June 8 on Highway 2 near Nyack is believed to be Dalton Olson, 29, of Arlee, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
Souhrada on World Championship team that bests Brazil
A Columbia Falls native who now lives in Polson is a world basketball champion at the tender age of 71.
State wildlife officials say wolf populations stable
An annual report issued by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks says the wolf population in the state appears to have stabilized after a drop from previous highs.
State officials issue warning regarding bird flu
Montana officials are warning poultry owners and the general public to take precautions against the avian flu including keeping poultry inside and taking down bird feeders.
Sun Road reservations open March 2
Reservations are required from May 27 to Sept, 11 with some caveats.
FWP poised to halt wolf kills near Yellowstone
One guide in Yellowstone noted that wolf watching in in the park is estimated to generate about $75 million to $85 million in tourist revenue each year.
Expect plenty of roadwork on U.S. 2 this summer
Folks visiting Glacier National Park or just trying to get around the east side of the valley can expect traffic delays this summer.
Glacier visitation down overall
With half of Glacier National Park closed due to COVID-19, visitation is down sharply over last year, with one exception — Polebridge.
Glacier Park reopens with limited access
Daniel Carlson and his family sat in their motorhome at the west entrance to Glacier National Park Monday morning. They were the first visitors, aside from a few who decided to go around the gate, to enter the park in its reopening after being closed since March 27 due to concerns about spreading the novel coronavirus.
Polson native to be inducted into Hall of Fame
A Polson native will be inducted into the Montana Indian Athletic Hall of Fame next month.