Black bear study comes to Flathead Valley, accused Ferndale killer pleads guilty, and City of Kalispell begins treatment of forever chemicals

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In case you missed it this week, Montana biologists are updating our black bear population data with a new study that could impact wildlife management. Meanwhile, Kalispell is addressing "forever chemicals" in its water supply with new filtration systems. In other news, a Bigfork man pled guilty to charges of homicide and attempted homicide, with sentencing set for September.
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Multiyear black bear study comes to Flathead Valley
Accused Ferndale killer pleads guilty to deliberate homicide charge
Kalispell to begin treating forever chemicals in contaminated wells
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FWP lifts fishing restrictions on North Fork Flathead
Meals on Wheels program seeks support through livestock purchase
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Gianforte, FWP say grizzly translocations shows Montana ready for delisting
New chapter begins with opening of Bigfork library branch

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