Wednesday, February 28
Western AA Boys Basketball Flathead, Glacier looking to peak at divisional
Flathead and Glacier enter today’s first round of the Western AA boys divisional basketball tournament in Helena on opposite trajectories.
Full house for Montana Indoor Soccer Championship
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Kneeland, Elliott, Reed sweep podium twice at Great Divide
MARYSVILLE — Brodie Kneeland, Ryder Elliott and Townsend Reed led 13 podium finishers from the Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation ski racing team during last weekends’ competitions.
A defense of the regular season
It’s tournament time again in Montana.
Fighting man takes highway to jail
A witness reported seeing a fight break out between two men who allegedly got out of their vehicles in the middle of the highway near Hutton Ranch Plaza. The reporting party told Kalispell Police that one man head-butted the other and bloodied his nose. The same man then reportedly beat on the other man’s car.
Allen Roger Galloway, 61
Allen Roger Galloway, 61, passed away unexpectantly on Feb. 26, 2018, at his home in Kalispell.
Elinor 'Ellie' Felicia (Carlson) Buchanan, 93
Elinor “Ellie” Buchanan was born in Moose, Wyoming, on Jan. 9, 1925, to Roger Frederick Carlson and Lauretta Marie Sensenbach Carlson. The family soon moved to California and then returned to Moose and Jackson, Wyoming, in 1931. Later they moved to Rock Springs, where Ellie graduated from high school in 1942.
Kalispell voters to consider $1M levy
By HILARY MATHESON
Snow piles up in February
As February draws to a close, Northwest Montana remains in cold storage.
Open burning season begins in Flathead
Open burn season for Flathead and northern Lake counties begins Thursday, March 1.
Bighorn sheep from Malta transplanted in Plains herd
A team of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks employees braved subzero temperatures and extreme winter weather to capture bighorn sheep south of Malta and transport the animals more than 500 miles to help improve a herd near Plains.
BNSF highlights 'internet of things' at FVCC event
Mike Garcia’s great-grandfather spent 40 years working as a railroad machinist. Today, he carries on that legacy as a director in BNSF Railway’s Modern Business Intelligence and Mechanical Systems department.
State takes comments on RV park's water, sewer plan
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has completed a draft enviornmental assessment for Glacier Park Inc.’s West Glacier RV Park and Cabin Village and is now taking public comments regarding the proposed water, wastewater and stormwater approvals.
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Bozeman company awarded contract for border wall work
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The U.S. government has awarded a Montana-based company a contract worth more than $73 million to design and build replacement fencing along 20 miles (32 kilometers) of the U.S.-Mexico border in southern New Mexico, officials confirmed Wednesday.
Interior Department veterans: Proposed overhaul is flawed
DENVER (AP) — U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's plan for a major realignment to put more of his department's decision-makers in the field has a fundamental flaw in the eyes of some who spent their careers making those decisions: They're already out there.
Body of missing Polson man recovered
The body of a missing Polson man was found Tuesday afternoon.
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During the Whitefish Planning Board hearing of Jan. 18 regarding the proposal for Fresh Life Church to construct a church on Central Avenue, a Whitefish resident commented that the church was inconsistent with the tourism brand and small town feel that is Whitefish.
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During the Whitefish Planning Board hearing of Jan. 18 regarding the proposal for Fresh Life Church to construct a church on Central Avenue, a Whitefish resident commented that the church was inconsistent with the tourism brand and small town feel that is Whitefish.
Tuesday, February 27
Familiar foes Glacier, Flathead to meet in divisional
It’s a common tactic in chess to look ahead.
Hume, Nadeau headline honorees at FHS mat banquet
Payton Hume and Tucker Nadeau were honored as outstanding wrestlers at Flathead’s team banquet, held weeks after the Braves capped a 21-2 season with their second consecutive state team championship.
Browning leads the way on Western A all-tourney teams
BUTTE — Browning led all Northwest A conference teams with three first-team all-tournament selections at the Western A divisional basketball tournament at the Butte Civic Center last weekend.
Philip C. Stertz, 88
Philip C. Stertz, 88, passed away peacefully in his sleep Feb. 22, 2018, at WeI-life in Kalispell.
Esther Mae Gould Enget Crowder, 87
Esther Mae Gould Enget Crowder, 87, passed away Feb. 23, 2018, in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Mom educated in the school of hard barks
An anxious mother told police that a dog, possibly a golden retriever, reportedly ran up to the sidewalk and scared her and her daughter by barking, but that it did not hurt either one of them or leave its property. Kalispell Police Department told the mother no ordinances were broken and advised her to walk on the other side of the street past the house. The dog’s owner told police she would keep the dog inside when kids were walking to school and that it did have a shock collar.
Kenneth Henry Pruett, 91
Kenneth Henry Pruett of Columbia Falls, 91, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018, in Kalispell.
Lee Evan Berger, 77
Lee Evan Berger passed away peacefully on Feb. 20, 2018, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family “as he went to be with the Lord.”
Dave Whitford, 59
Dave “Dave the Biker” Whitford, 59, of Kalispell, passed away on Friday, Feb. 23, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Pat Saville, 89
Pat Saville passed peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of Feb. 13, 2018. The day before, she was cooking her breakfast, calling her friends for a card game and enjoying the Olympics on TV.
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Blackfeet Reservation buried by blizzards
Communities east of the Continental Divide are bearing the brunt of Montana’s snowier-than-usual winter.
Commission to discuss Raceway development
It’s do or die time for a proposed subdivision at Montana Raceway Park north of Kalispell.
Columbia Falls proposes to remove expired overlays
The city of Columbia Falls plans to remove the expired planned-unit development overlay plans for four proposed developments that would have added 435 housing units to the city, had the projects come to fruition.
Food bank gets record-setting donation from Applied Materials
Kalispell has long been generous to the Flathead Food Bank.
Passers-by save woman pinned beneath vehicle
A woman was able to walk away from a rollover crash on Monday evening thanks to the efforts of a few passers-by and emergency responders.
Bigfork High School choir featured in PBS broadcast
The Bigfork high school choir will be among the 13 Montana high school/middle school choirs featured on Thursday, March 8, at 7 p.m. in internationally renowned composer/producer Tim Janis’ 7th “Celebrate America Across Montana” special on Montana PBS.
Local businessman gives $4M to FVCC project
Longtime Flathead Valley businessman and community philanthropist Paul Wachholz has donated $4 million to Flathead Valley Community College’s effort to build a college center on the Kalispell campus.
Local woman killed in head-on crash
A Columbia Falls woman was killed in a head-on crash Monday evening in Evergreen, just east of the Flathead River bridge.
Monday, February 26
Neighbor fires gun in the dark
According to the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office, a woman didn’t like her neighbor shooting a pistol at night in the dark. She said she had to get up early, and she had on ongoing issue with him shooting his gun at night. Police contacted the man and advised him if he could stop shooting by 10 p.m. to it would be better for those who had to go to work in the morning.
Judges needed for county science fair
About 30 volunteer judges are still needed for the Flathead County Science Fair scheduled Thursday.
Applications for property tax assistance program due March 1
Property owners have until March 1 to apply for the state’s Land Value Property Tax Assistance Program for Residential Property. Created last year by the Montana legislature, this program aims to provide tax relief for residents whose land value has grown disproportionately higher than their home’s value.
Grant bolsters Bigfork music program
Bigfork High School band is playing a new tune.
Finalists to interview for Flathead principal job
Four finalists have been selected to interview for the Flathead High School principal position Wednesday followed by an invitation for the public to meet the candidates in the evening.
Flathead grad takes over, rebrands Great Falls brewery
A former Flathead High School student has taken the reins of the brewery formerly known as The Front in Great Falls, and plans sweeping changes that include an increased focus on making sure his business has a footprint in the Flathead.
Seattle QB Wilson to speak at Stillwater banquet
Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson will be a guest speaker at Stillwater Christian School’s banquet in Kalispell later this spring.
Storm stymies search for missing skier
The search for a skier who has been missing in the backcountry near Whitefish Mountain Resort for 10 days will resume Tuesday after a winter storm stymied efforts on Sunday.
Rescue teams search near SKQ Dam for missing man
Lake County Search and Rescue teams on Monday were looking for a Polson man who went missing over the weekend near the SKQ Dam in Polson.
Outdoor recreation a big player in U.S. economy
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Sunday, February 25
Uninhibited
Kimberley Barreda loves when the trophy sitting behind her catches a bit of Montana’s afternoon light, casting a small rainbow across her living room. “It’s heavy,” she says, offering it up to hold. “You’ll need two hands.”
Local officials consider Bigfork zone change
A proposed zoning map amendment that sets the stage for commercial and denser residential development on 67.7 acres near Bigfork will be considered Tuesday, Feb. 27, by the Flathead County commissioners.
Delivery driver spooks local
Someone called the Kalispell Police Department to report a silver Jeep being driven erratically. The driver was shining a cell phone light all over the place and shining their headlights on houses. Turns out, the Jeep was “just a paper delivery person.”
Women the focus of new ag course
Women in the agricultural field will get a spotlight at Flathead Valley Community College starting this fall when the school introduces a new course to its agriculture program.
Free the Seeds! returns with new growth
Amidst the heaps of snow covering the Flathead Valley, a reminder of the coming spring returns to Flathead Valley Community College March 3 for the third annual Free the Seeds! event.
To save lives, change the culture - the gun culture
As a father I have reached the end of my tolerance for excuses as to why we can’t do anything about mass shootings. Two of my kids walk onto a college campus every morning while my youngest walks into high school. No parent should have to worry about assault ri?es being used to butcher children in math class.
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Gun control will remain controversial and enforcement will remain problematic. Preventing school shootings is complicated and will require a wide mix of approaches.
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It’s no surprise to read about another mass shooting in one of country’s schools — it’s become all too commonplace. So too are the responses: outlaw guns, more security, stricter controls and more scrutiny of those who may be “mentally ill.” But few are asking the question of why this is happening. One of the main causes is undoubtedly founded inside of the doctrines of secular humanism.
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Gun control will remain controversial and enforcement will remain problematic. Preventing school shootings is complicated and will require a wide mix of approaches.
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Gun control will remain controversial and enforcement will remain problematic. Preventing school shootings is complicated and will require a wide mix of approaches.
What kind of violence is more acceptable to you?
Another mass killing at a declared “gun-free” congregation of innocents, and now come the predictable cries for more stringent ?rearms regulations to somehow magically bring mass killings to an end.
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Gun control will remain controversial and enforcement will remain problematic. Preventing school shootings is complicated and will require a wide mix of approaches.
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It’s no surprise to read about another mass shooting in one of country’s schools — it’s become all too commonplace. So too are the responses: outlaw guns, more security, stricter controls and more scrutiny of those who may be “mentally ill.” But few are asking the question of why this is happening. One of the main causes is undoubtedly founded inside of the doctrines of secular humanism.
Stop talking about what 'won't work'
I am frustrated by persons talking about only what “won’t work” to stop gun violence — the theory that gun violence is all about guns and helping with mental disorders won’t help unless we get rid of all the guns, or it is all about mental illness and banning any guns won’t make a difference because there will just be other weapons and violence.
Whitefish land deal adds key protections
The completion of the first phase of a three-pronged plan to protect the Whitefish Lake watershed is significant on a couple of levels.
James Jim Earl Stanard, 73
James “Jim” Earl Stanard, of Kalispell, passed away in his home on Feb. 22, 2018.
Taking stock of Hollywood's gun-porn hypocrisy in a post-Harvey 'Me Too' world
For decades of decadence, Hollywood and its minions have made billions exploiting women, both on camera and off.
Carol Mae Flottman Olson, 85
Carol Mae Flottman Olson passed away Feb. 19, 2018.
Don't leave God out of the equation when solving school shootings
I want to applaud the letters to the editor last Sunday — Jim Garvey’s, Dee Arm-strong’s, Grant Kier’s — as well as Frank Miele’s excellent column. They were well done — each suggesting good reasons and solutions to the violence exhibited in our schools. I simply want to add something else.
Don't stigmatize the mentally ill; just restrict guns
By Jeanne Southwood
Saturday, February 24
C-Falls outlasts Hamilton to take 3rd at Western A
BUTTE — Once again, the Columbia Falls girls survived and advanced.
Johnson hits 1,000 career points as Flathead topples Sentinel, 65-62
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Bigfork sweeps divisional hoop championships
RONAN — Having already clinched a berth at the state tournament before tip-off, Bigfork competed in the Western B divisional championship game without the slighest bit of pressure.
Russell Edward Halaas, 92
Russell Edward Halaas, 92, of Cheney, Washington, formerly of Kalispell and Moorhead, Minnesota, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018, after a brief illness, in Mesa, Arizona.
Laura Sue Babarovich, 70
Laura Sue Babarovich, 70, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, in Kalispell.
Philip C. Stertz, 88
Philip C. Stertz, 88, of Kalispell died there on Feb. 21, 2018.
Esther M. Crowder, 87
Esther Mae Crowder, 87, died on Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 in Bismark, N.D.
Lee E. Berger, 77
Lee E. Berger, 77, passed away Feb. 20, 2018.
Nova Arlyne Gottschalk, 84
Nova Arlyne Gottschalk, 84, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
William Joseph Hammans, 57
William Joseph Hammans, 57, of Kalispell, died Feb. 20, 2018.
Elinor 'Ellie' Felicia (Carlson) Buchanan, 93
Elinor “Ellie” Buchanan was born in Moose, Wyoming, on Jan. 9, 1925, to Roger Frederick Carlson and Lauretta Marie Sensenbach Carlson. The family soon moved to California and then returned to Moose and Jackson, Wyoming, in 1931. Later they moved to Rock Springs, where Ellie graduated from high school in 1942.
Betty R. Fairchild, 94
Betty R. Fairchild, 94, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018, in Kalispell.
Music teacher finalist in composition contest
“Kaia!” is a piece of music written by composer Craig Naylor for wind ensemble and symphonic band that takes inspiration from martial arts and ancient Japanese musical traditions.
Bottling plant opponents appeal water-use permit
The long-running dispute over Montana Artesian Water Company’s proposed Creston bottling facility entered a new phase Friday.
Kalispell man's life saved by lung donation
Mark Delorme received the call at 6:30 p.m. on July 12, 2017. A pair of lungs was available, and he was a match. Did he want them?
District looks at cuts, levies to cover shortfall
Budget cuts are on the way for Kalispell Public Schools and general fund levies for the high school and elementary districts may be on the May ballot.
What's a quinzee? Now I know
Ole Netteberg, an effervescent fellow Scandinavian from Minnesota, sat down beside me at a Whitefish Planning Board meeting not long ago and asked if I’d ever heard of a quinzee.
As we go over the cliff, just who is in the driver's seat?
Friday, February 23
Vikings survive close call in semis vs. Anaconda
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Stillwater girls in MCAA hoops title game
MANHATTAN — Stillwater Christian School continues to take care of business at the Montana Christian Athletic Association state girls basketball tournament at Manhattan Christian High School.
Wildkats rebound, bounce Ronan at Western A tourney
BUTTE — Dani Douglas dropped 25 points to help Columbia Falls overcome Micalann McCrea and Ronan 71-59 in loser-out play at the girls basketball Western A divisional tournament on Friday at the Butte Civic Center.
Vikings survive close call vs. Anaconda
RONAN — The Bigfork boys were rarely threatened this season as they rolled through a dominant regular season with an undefeated record.
Hitchhiker threatened with handgun
A man said a couple who offered him a ride to work pulled a gun on him while in the car. The man told the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office that he was in the backseat when the male half pulled a handgun on him and demanded his wallet as they were rounding the Airport Road roundabout. The man said he “bailed from the car” when the woman stopped the van.
Darla (DeMars) Czyz, 60
Darla Jean Czyz, 60, passed away on Feb. 18, 2018, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, leaving a legacy of living life on her own terms despite the many challenges thrown in her way.
Krueger files for re-election
Flathead County District 3 Commissioner Gary Krueger has filed for re-election. He’s the only member of the three-member commission whose term expires at this year.
Bigfork Fire seeks levy to maintain service
The Bigfork Fire Department is asking voters to approve a new mill levy in an effort to maintain adequate fire protection and emergency medical service in the community.
Students tap into augmented reality
Columbia Falls Junior High eighth-grader Haylee Lawrence put on a pair of glasses during science class on Feb. 15. They aren’t ordinary glasses, however. What resemble small pegs protruding from the lightweight metal frames are actually tracking sensors being picked up by a camera on a special monitor in front of her.
Students take part in welding contest
Flathead Valley Community College hosted its first high school welding competition Thursday.
Conservative author D'Souza to speak in Bigfork
On Saturday, March 10, conservative author and filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza will speak in Bigfork, in an event hosted by the Last Chance Patriots and the Flathead Republican Central Committee.
Search for missing skier ramps up over weekend
A week after Dr. Jonathan Torgerson vanished in the backcountry near Whitefish Mountain Resort, the search-and-rescue effort is intensifying.
Thursday, February 22
Flathead sweeps Glacier
Back and forth they went, like two prize fighters in a heavyweight bout.
Schrade, Gulick lift Wolfpack
As the first half neared its end, Glacier found itself on the wrong end of a 6-0 Flathead run and down by a game-high eight points, the contest seemingly careening out of control.
Western A Divisional Butte Central girls knock off Columbia Falls
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Bigfork boys spill Deer Lodge in West B divisional opener
RONAN — Deer Lodge held the explosive Bigfork offense in check like few teams have this year.
Home-schooler wins spelling bee; 3 students headed to state competition
Fourteen-year-old Karrissa Zanett, a home-schooled student, walked up to a microphone facing a set of three judges on the performance hall stage at Glacier High School.
Big mobile home park planned in Evergreen
A 122-lot manufactured home park — the first such development proposed in Flathead County in many years — is planned on 33 acres west of Evergreen Junior High School.
Basin Commission ends pilot program
The Flathead Basin Commission (FBC) has backed away from a pilot program it proposed to fund the fight against invasive mussels.
Kalispell child endures rare E. coli infection
At first, it seemed like an ordinary virus.
County commissioner's jury trial rescheduled
Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell’s jury trial has been postponed for a second time and is now slated for June 4.
Kalispell council approves funds for new excavator
Kalispell City Council on Tuesday approved the issuance of nearly $100,000 to purchase a new excavator. The successful bid came from Columbia Falls-based Northwest Parts and Equipment, and was the lowest price the city received.
Cold snap ruptures pipe at Whitefish school
Whitefish High School students evacuated the school building Wednesday morning after the fire alarm was triggered by a fire sprinkler, which had gone off in the gym foyer.
Energy Share of Montana art contest winners
Marian Tuck, a fourth grader from West Valley Elementary School in Kalispell, won second place in Energy Share of Montana’s statewide art contest. Tuck received a $50 check Feb. 14 from Kimberly Wallace, Energy Share coordinator at Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana and representatives from Flathead Electric Cooperative. Additionally, Tuck’s teacher Bethany Knudsen received a $50 Walmart gift card to use for classroom supplies.
Washington deputy admits driving drunk through fatal crash scene
A Washington State sheriff’s deputy pleaded guilty Thursday to felony criminal endangerment and driving under the influence in Flathead District Court on Thursday.
East Glacier Bigfoot museum plan scrapped
A massive hotel project planned in East Glacier won’t include what was proposed to be the biggest Bigfoot museum in the world.
Wednesday, February 21
Glacier looking for crosstown revenge rematch
Glacier is out for revenge tonight against Flathead in the second crosstown basketball matchup of the season.
A final crosstown for ever-dueling best friends
Caden Harkins remembers well the first time he matched up against Eric Seaman. He recalls even more clearly how he felt about his opponent afterward.
C-Falls archer Lauria wins silver medal at collegiate indoor championships
Miranda Lauria of Columbia Falls earned a silver medal for the University of the Cumberlands from Williamsburg, Kentucky, at the U.S. Intercollegiate Indoor Archery Championships on Feb. 9-11 in Las Vegas.
Bigfork boys, girls roll into divisional play
The Bigfork boys and girls basketball squads hope to avoid the challenge game scenario this year as the Western B divisional tournament opens today at the Ronan Event Center.
Stillwater girls, Flathead Valley Homeschool boys top seeds from West at MCAA state tournament
Defending Montana Christian Athletic Association state girls basketball champion Foothills Christian School of Great Falls will open the 2018 state tournament against Flathead Valley Homeschool today at noon in Bozeman.
Heated argument over igloo eradication
According to the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office, a woman said a neighbor she didn’t know came onto her rental property from across the street and built an igloo. The neighbor reportedly became very upset with the woman and yelled at her when he found the igloo had been destroyed.
Symposium looks at promise and perils of genetic editing
Imagine a world in which a simple edit in genetic code could unlock a trove of possibilities — the end of cancer, mosquitoes free of disease or the reversal of invasive species.
Community comes together over search for missing skier
As the search for Dr. Jonathan Torgerson stretches into the sixth day, a community struck with grief and worry has been left without the traditional avenues to express their feelings to the family of a man they all love. Uncertainty has precluded a sense of closure, and the result is an emotional conundrum that is difficult to sit with.
Educational Cooperative moving to new location
The Northwest Montana Educational Cooperative is moving to a new location.
Darby student charged in school threat
HAMILTON (AP) — An 18-year-old western Montana high school student is being held on charges he made numerous threats to “shoot up the school.”
PHOTO GALLERY: Rev. Billy Graham through the years
Evangelist Billy Graham, who transformed American religious life through his preaching and activism, becoming a counselor to presidents and the most widely heard Christian evangelist in history, has died.
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Democrats touted how they wanted a “clean” DACA bill. But then they shut down the government by not approving interim funding in order to blackmail the citizens of this county with D.A.C.A.
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Democrats touted how they wanted a “clean” DACA bill. But then they shut down the government by not approving interim funding in order to blackmail the citizens of this county with D.A.C.A.
Maggie did Whitefish and U.S. proud
Whitefish’s hometown hero Maggie Voisin soared to a fourth-place finish Friday in women’s slopestyle at the PyeongChang Winter Games. While her sights were set on gold, Voisin has nothing to hang her head about.
Tuesday, February 20
Beighle's answered prayer helps doom Glacier
By EVAN MCCULLERS
Western A divisional hoop tourney in Butte starts Thursday
The Polson boys (11-9 overall) have a little momentum working and would like to see it continue this weekend while the main focus for the Columbia Falls girls (17-3) is to get back on track for the Western A divisional basketball tournament at the Butte Civic Center.
Davison wins Wash. state Junior Judo title
Stella Davison, 16, of Straight Blast Gym of Montana, finished first in the International Judo Federation Junior Division at the Washington State Judo Championships in Kent, Washington, on Feb. 17.
Daniels, Calaway 3rd in Super G races at Big Sky
BIG SKY — Mikaela Daniels, Burke Fox and Ian Calaway led competitors from the Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation with two top 5 finishes apiece at the Big Sky Super G race series on Feb. 3-4.
Legal budget exhausted, health board seeks more money
Having already exhausted its budget for attorney’s fees for the fiscal year ending June 30, the Lincoln City-County Board of Health seeks additional funds from the county.
Russell Edward Halaas, 92
Russell Edward Halaas, 92, of Cheney, Washington, formerly of Kalispell and Moorhead, Minnesota, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018, after a brief illness, in Mesa, Arizona.
Man takes snowboards, leaves card info
A man reportedly used an ID and credit card to make a purchase at a store then walked out and allegedly stole three snowboards from a vehicle. Not only did the business claim the alleged theft was caught on video, but it had the man’s credit card information from the recent purchase.
Sherry C. Shortell, 69
Sherry C. Shortell, 69, passed away on Feb. 14, 2018, at North Valley Hospital. After a long, hard-fought battle with COPD, and later cancer, Sherry “opted to go home and be with her Lord and Savior Jesus.”
Harris William Endreson, 91
Harris William Endreson, 91, of Kalispell, “went to be with the Lord” on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, at Edgewood Vista in Kalispell, with his family at his side.
Donna Mae (Stertz) Beaver, 94
Donna Mae (Stertz) Beaver died Feb. 12, 2018, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Organizers mull ending Bigfork concert series
After 35 summers of filling Bigfork with song, the Riverbend Concert Association may disband at the end of the month due to a lack of volunteers.
Whitefish couple recognized for home restoration efforts
There are two things Linda Babiak loves: antiques and a good project.
No sign of missing skier
When Jack Marcial’s youngest son was brought into the world, it was at the hands of Dr. Jonathan Torgerson.
Daines touts tax cuts during Kalispell visit
A custom-printed sign and line of local dignitaries greeted U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., when he walked into Kalispell’s Best Buy store Tuesday morning.
Search for missing skier enters fourth day
Search and rescue teams scoured the backcountry near Whitefish Mountain Resort for a fourth day Tuesday in the ongoing search for a skier reported missing over the weekend.
Brrr: Kalispell sets record low
Temperatures plummeted across Montana early Tuesday morning, with some areas experiencing record-breaking lows.
Monday, February 19
Police can't help with stolen pot
A woman reported a male friend for stealing her medical marijuana from her house. Police advised the woman that while her possession of the substance was not illegal, because of its illegal status federally, they would not pursue a theft case for “items illegal to possess in the first place under federal law.”
Irrigators plan next steps after Joint Board dissolved
Irrigators south of Flathead Lake are moving on after the Joint Board of Control was ordered to dissolve.
2017 a record year for Whitefish resort tax
Resort-tax revenue in Whitefish increased by more than a quarter-million dollars for the 2017 calendar year, with a whopping 22.6 percent increase in August collections leading a banner year for the 3 percent tax.
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Kalispell looks at fee hike for out-of-district students
Kalispell Public Schools is looking to double its tuition fees for out-of-district students.
Search continues for doctor missing in backcountry
The wind was calm and visibility was clear as dozens of volunteers congregated at the top of Flower Point at Whitefish Mountain Resort on Monday to help search for a local skier who was reported missing over the weekend. A brutal winter storm that plagued search efforts on Sunday had finally subsided, allowing for a full-fledged ground and air search of the nearby backcountry terrain where the skier was last seen.
Sunday, February 18
Fresh Life project heads to Whitefish council for vote
Fresh Life Church’s proposal for a mixed-use building in downtown Whitefish that includes a split-level church and retail space goes before the Whitefish City Council for a final decision on Tuesday, Feb. 20.
BNSF plans new investments in MT tracks
Montana rail lines will receive $135 million worth of investment from BNSF Railway’s 2018 capital expenditure program.
US Treasury issues $65 million to Montana-Idaho firm
The Montana and Idaho Community Development Corporation recently received $65 million in New Market Tax Credits from part of the annual allotment distributed by the U.S. Treasury.
Avalanche Center director studies snowpack to save lives
Most guests at Whitefish Mountain Resort turned in as the snow picked up on Wednesday afternoon. But wintry conditions are part of Zach Guy’s job.
Flathead Basin Commission to meet Wednesday
The Flathead Basin Commission will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 21 in Whitefish.
Winter storm dumps a foot of snow on Flathead
Blowing and drifting snow with reduced visibility plagued Northwest Montana travelers Sunday morning as a major winter storm swept through the region.
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman brings ice fishing to Pine Grove Pond
The snow was falling hard by 9 a.m. Saturday morning. But that didn’t deter Janice Easton from heading out to Pine Grove Pond near Evergreen.
Bipartisan legislation seizes opportunity for local growth
Partisanship has taken hold of our political lives from Washington to right here in Northwest Montana. Despite all the political ill will, there appears to be one issue that Republicans and Democrats can agree on — promoting local economic growth through our nation’s community banks.
Trump is an out-of-control egomaniac - got it?
“Treason” — wow! We’re living in the age of treason being defined as disagreement with Trump. How Putinesque. If you’re not one of Trump’s lap dogs, then you’re a traitor to the country? Being a traitor is inviting, on television, Putin to interfere in an election, then doing nothing about it when he does. It’s asking Putin, to his face, if he interfered in our election, then taking the word of a hostile dictator over our own security departments who give their lives over to protecting us from interference by such entities. Did he think Putin would just fess up?
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It is easy to dismiss the budget cuts being considered by the Department of Public Health and Human Services as an easy way to save money. However, the latest round of proposed cuts to home support services and therapeutic foster care create a potentially serious situation when coupled with the drastic rate reduction for case management services. If the proposed cuts are finalized, it is questionable whether any organization will be able to provide these essential services. These cuts will negatively impact the health of our citizens for years to come.
Safety of Montana children at risk
Over the past two years, 28 children have died since coming to the attention of Montana’s Child and Family Services Division. This is a shocking and unacceptable statistic that needs an explanation.
Guns are not responsible for murder - people are
I feel it might be timely to remind everyone that the only time a gun is an “assault” weapon is when it’s used to assault. When used to defend, well, guess what — it’s a “defense” weapon. I want to be able to defend myself with whatever weapon a criminal can get illegally and use against me.
Indoctrination of violence
‘How far have we come in this kind of madness?’ ‘
Sitting in my front room and getting ready to watch the Olympics on NBC and then comes a break into the program: “We interrupt this program to bring you this special report” and so goes the information about a school shooting in Florida and multiple injuries and many fatalities.
Luke and Reid
Carmen Marie Luke and Collin Ray Reid were married in a double ring ceremony in Nampa, Idaho, on Oct. 28, 2017.
Plowed path is put to good use
It’s said that if you want to survive and thrive in the Northwest winters, you need to find an outdoor activity you enjoy … and then get outdoors.
Taking a cold, hard look at mass killings
As a parent, I am terrified of the idea that my daughter’s life, or any child’s life, could be in danger at school. I’m heartbroken for the parents who lost children, students who lost friends, and the entire community of Parkland.
LeGassey and Engel
Jade LeGassey and Jordan Engel were married July 2 at The Farmhouse on Whitefish Stage.
The safety of our children and communities
Washington, D.C. is broken. Our representatives choose time and again to bend to the interests of lobbyists and corporate donors at our expense.
Blame Trump and GOP for mass murder
One year ago Trump signed his first piece of legislation — a stand-alone Republican, NRA bill to make it easier for the mentally ill to buy guns.
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It is easy to dismiss the budget cuts being considered by the Department of Public Health and Human Services as an easy way to save money. However, the latest round of proposed cuts to home support services and therapeutic foster care create a potentially serious situation when coupled with the drastic rate reduction for case management services. If the proposed cuts are finalized, it is questionable whether any organization will be able to provide these essential services. These cuts will negatively impact the health of our citizens for years to come.
Saturday, February 17
Northwest A Conference Tourney Browning girls trip C-Falls
RONAN — Browning upset No. 1 seed Columbia Falls in the Northwest A conference girls championship basketball game Friday night at the Ronan Events Center 61-50.
Class AA Basketball Schrade leads Pack on Senior Night
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Morley, Perrin shine at Simplot Games
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Sled dog adventures at Base Camp Bigfork a howling good time
Over a river and through the woods where the Mission and Swan mountains meet, a team of powder hounds harnesses the Montana winter for one wild ride.
Inter Lake suspends home delivery during winter storm
Due to the worsening weather conditions, which are expected to continue through Sunday morning, the Daily Inter Lake has suspended home delivery of the Sunday edition.
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Sherry Shortell, 69
Sherry Shortell, 69, died on Feb. 14, 2018 at North Valley Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Dan Shortell, and children, Marty Stryker and Darby Stryker.
Lonnie LaMar Hill, 55
Lonnie LaMar Hill was born May 4, 1962, in Whitefish to Lavon and Marlene Hill, and passed away Feb. 13, 2018, in Evergreen.
Clayton LeRoy 'Red' Sterner, 64
Clayton LeRoy “Red” Sterner passed away Feb. 7, 2018, at 1 p.m. in the comfort of his own home surrounded by loved ones.
A hometown hero's Olympic debut
The gathering was diverse.
Proposal to delist lynx conjures conflict
The new millennium brought a new challenge for Lorin Hicks.
Our society's tragic sickness can't be fixed with Band-Aid
It is natural in the wake of any tragedy to ask questions, to seek answers, to place blame, and particularly to ask how a similar tragedy can be avoided in the future.
Friday, February 16
Bigfork boys, girls top Loyola
BIGFORK — Anders Epperly totaled 15 points and eight assists while Beau Santistevan had 10 points to go with eight blocks as Bigfork bumped Missoula Loyola 60-45 in the Class B regular-season final for both basketball teams.
C-Falls, Browning girls in Northwest A tourney title game
RONAN — Columbia Falls limited Ronan to five points or less scoring in each of the four quarters while blowing the game open with a 15-point second quarter and a 17-point fourth in a 50-18 semifinal victory at the girls Northwest A conference basketball tournament Friday afternoon at the Ronan Events Center.
No medal for Maggie
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Whitefish's Maggie Voisin 4th in Olympics slopestyle
PYEONGCHANG, South Korea — Maggie Voisin completed her journey back to the Olympics but will come home without hardware to show for it.
Symphony performs 'Schubert and the Egyptian'
Glacier Symphony brings “Schubert and the Egyptian” to the concert stage in February
Montana VA: Physician turnover won't impact services
Despite an upcoming slate of changes in primary care staff, the Montana Veterans Affairs is assuring veterans and their families that health services will not be impacted.
Flathead continues to fight deadly flu season
Flathead County continues to battle a particularly nasty flu season as the government confirms that the vaccine is less effective than hoped.
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Old Coffee Traders building to be commercial kitchen
The old Montana Coffee Traders location in Kalispell at 328 West Center St. has reached out to the city about a changing their use to a commercial kitchen.
Districts join study on electric buses
While there is a lot of attention on electric vehicles and commuter buses, school buses remain a niche market, whether electric or not.
Whitefish Olympian Maggie Voisin competes tonight
Whitefish freeskier Maggie Voisin takes center stage at the PyeongChang Winter Games today.
Thursday, February 15
Ronan, Libby post Northwest A tournament victories
RONAN — Ronan survived a wild fourth quarter to check a Columbia Falls rally and post a 65-52 victory in first-round action of the Northwest A conference boys basketball tournament Thursday at the Ronan Events Center.
Defense carries Bravettes to win over Hellgate
MISSOULA — After struggling in the first quarter, Flathead locked down defensively in the final three to secure a 36-31 girls basketball Western AA conference victory on Thursday night.
Sperry Chalet overflight shows walls still standing
An overflight of the Sperry Chalet in Glacier National Park indicates that the dormitory walls are still standing, and appear to be in good condition.
Seizure suspected as cause of crash into building
A male driver with a child in the vehicle reportedly crashed into the side of a brick building, according to a Kalispell Police report. The report stated that witnesses believed the driver had a seizure prior to the crash and was found unconscious. The infant was taken inside the building.
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Land deal protects over 7,000 acres near Whitefish
Stillwater State Forest is set to gain more than 7,000 acres, thanks to a deal between multiple private, state and federal entities.
FVCC program prepares physical therapy assistants for the future
The future of aging baby boomers nationwide depends on the next generation of medical professionals, such as the future physical therapy assistants currently enrolled at Flathead Valley Community College.
Major winter blast to arrive Saturday
A major winter storm is threatening to bring heavy snow and treacherous driving conditions to Northwest Montana this weekend.
Cause of fire at storage units still unknown
Investigators say they still don’t know how a fire was started that destroyed a storage-unit building in Marion.
Trout Creek couple fined in major wildlife violations case
Montana game wardens completed an investigation into significant wildlife violations that resulted in severe penalties for a pair of Trout Creek residents.
Bigfork Playhouse seeks actors for musical
The Bigfork Playhouse Children’s Theater invites students in grades 5 through 12 to audition, Tuesday, Feb. 20, for the cast of the hit Disney musical “High School Musical.”
Somers quilter makes national show
Quilt Artist Dawn Siden of Somers has been accepted as a finalist in the 2018 Imagine Quilt Competition at the 29th annual Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival. The festival will be held in Hampton, Virginia from Feb. 22-25.
Alpine Theatre launches search for child stars
Alpine Theatre Project is conducting a statewide search for actors to star in its upcoming production of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical.” The Whitefish-based theatre company, known for featuring Broadway actors, is currently the only theatre company in the Western United States that has been granted permission to produce the Tony Award-winning musical. Apline Theatre Project will be holding auditions for the musical’s eponymous star as well as Matilda’s classmates. Auditions will be held for young actors between the ages of 8-11 years old from 4:30-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 3 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center, located at 127 Spokane Ave. in Whitefish. Registration begins at 3:30 p.m.
Ultra runner to join Girls on the Run for screening
Ultra runner Nikki Kimball, of Bozeman, will join Girls on the Run of Flathead Valley for a benefit screening of the film, “Finding Traction.” The film presents Kimball’s inspirational story and her quest to become the fastest person in history to run America’s oldest trail, the 273-mile Long Trail.
Flathead High drama to show 'Cinderella'
Flathead High School Theatre presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” a timeless fairy tale sure to enchant and entertain audiences off all ages with music, magic, whimsy and fun on Feb. 22-24 at 6:27 p.m. The school will also host a special matinee performance on Feb. 24 at 1 p.m. in the David M. Hashley Theatre at FHS.
High school theater doesn't shy away from mature themes in production of She Kills Monsters
The Whitefish High School drama club doesn’t shy away from a challenge.
Kalispell logger severely injured at Idaho jobsite
A 31-year-old logger from the Kalispell area is recovering from severe injuries at a Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, hospital after being struck by a falling tree at a job site Feb. 8 near Prichard, Idaho.
Local author's book included in two Oprah lists
Columbia Falls author Miantae Metcalf McConnell has a folder labeled simply “Long Shot.” Inside that folder she’d jotted down a key goal for her book: get it noticed by Oprah Winfrey.
Wednesday, February 14
Flathead's Thompson has built - and maintained - a dynasty
There’s only one thing in sports harder to obtain than success — consistent success.
14U Fusion repeats as state champ
BOZEMAN — The Flathead Fusion 14U girls hockey team captured its second consecutive state championship on Sunday, besting the top-ranked and undefeated Glasgow Ice Dogs in double overtime in the title game.
Marion fire goes out with a bang
Around 30 storage units at Marion Security Storage off U.S. 2 in Marion reportedly caught fire at around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, according to a Flathead County Sheriff’s Office report. According to the report, a reporting party stated that one of the units contained multiple large propane tanks and ammunition, which allegedly started going off as a result of the fire. Multiple agencies were dispatched to the scene, but no injuries were reported.
LaSalle seeks to relocate Flathead gravel pit
LaSalle Sand and Gravel aims to relocate its gravel pit north of Kalispell.
County road-dust program in 10th year
A cost-sharing program that offers dust-abatement to residents who live near rural gravel roads is being offered again this year.
Evergreen gym to host free women's self-defense clinic
It all started out so normally.
Two Mile apartment complex gets OK
A proposal for a major apartment complex on the west side of Kalispell has received a recommendation of approval by the Kalispell Planning Board.
Boys and Girls Club looks to build in Columbia Falls
The Boys and Girls Club of Glacier Country is in a period of transition.
Feb. 23 fundraiser to benefit Buttel family
Friends of Steve and Sandi Buttel of Bigfork are hosting a spaghetti dinner fundraiser for the couple Friday, Feb. 23.
Democrats say Interior boss withheld key facts
DENVER (AP) — Two Democratic congressmen accused Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on Wednesday of withholding key information from lawmakers while launching a massive overhaul of his department.
Tuesday, February 13
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Calling 911 is child's play
A playful baby accidentally called 911. Later on, someone’s son, who was also playing with a phone, also dialed 911 on accident.
Debbie Ann Taylor, 62
Born July 7, 1955, in Yankton, South Dakota, Debbie passed quietly away at her home in Conrad, Montana, on Jan. 7, 2018.
Harold Wiederrich, 89
Harold Wiederrich, 89, of Kalispell, passed away Nov. 18, 2017, of natural causes.
Rose Moran, 84
Rose Moran, 84, of Columbia Falls, died Feb. 12, 2018, in Columbia Falls.
Clayton LeRoy 'Red' Sterner, 64
Clayton LeRoy “Red” Sterner passed away Feb. 7, 2018, at 1 p.m. in the comfort of his own home surrounded by loved ones.
Jerry Lee Loutherback, 70
Jerry Lee Loutherback was born Jan. 4, 1948, in Littlefield, Texas, to Jimmie and Irene Loutherback.
Gary Wilkins, 81
Gary Wilkins, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, in Kalispell on Feb. 8, 2018.
William Charles Johnson, 76
William Charles Johnson, 76, passed away on Jan. 1, 2018, Golden, Illinois.
17 students qualify for national speech, debate tournament
Seventeen speech and debate students from Glacier and Flathead high schools have qualified for nationals.
Fishing pond to reach River's Edge Park – eventually
Local anglers will eventually be able to cast their lines in Columbia Falls’ River’s Edge Park.
County in line for new gas-tax revenue
Flathead County is eligible for nearly $180,000 from the first round of state fuel tax funding generated by a tax increase that began last July 1.
Marion storage units destroyed in fire
A storage-unit building located at 8400 U.S. 2 W. in Marion was deemed a loss after a structure fire broke out Tuesday.
Bigfork art center welcomes new director
The scent of fresh paint filled the interior of the Bigfork Art and Cultural Center last week as its new director worked to transform the 50-year-old center from the inside out before its reopening in March.
Wisconsin Ave. corridor plan hearing is Thursday
A public hearing on the long-awaited Wisconsin Avenue Corridor Plan tops the Whitefish Planning Board agenda on Thursday, Feb. 15.
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Ratepayers in the Flathead Valley have been fortunate to have Jay Downen representing us on the board of directors of the Flathead Electric Co-op. Downen is now up for another term and he deserves our support and our vote.
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Ratepayers in the Flathead Valley have been fortunate to have Jay Downen representing us on the board of directors of the Flathead Electric Co-op. Downen is now up for another term and he deserves our support and our vote.
Opposed to transfer of federal lands
The Montana Chapter of The Wildlife Society is strongly opposed to the transfer of Montana’s federal lands to the state, county, private corporations, or individuals. The transfer is likely to hinder science-based wildlife management; reduce hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation opportunities; and erode the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, which is a successful wildlife management framework based upon key principles of wildlife as the public trust and science-based management.
Monday, February 12
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No tantrums allowed in school zone
An unknown female was reportedly seen yelling and throwing things in an alley off Second Avenue East. The reporting party was unsure at whom or why the woman was yelling and throwing things, but she expressed concern that she was doing so near a school, according to Kalispell Police.
Debbie Ann Taylor, 62
Born July 7, 1955, in Yankton, South Dakota, Debbie passed quietly away at her home in Conrad, Montana, on Jan. 7, 2018.
Willard Grenier, 85
Willard Grenier, 85, died Feb. 10, 2018.
FVCC sees increase in part-time enrollment
Flathead Valley Community College’s spring 2018 enrollment numbers indicate a trend of more students leaning toward part-time education.
Flathead Valley firefighters train for stairclimb fundraiser
When everyone else rushes away from an emergency, firefighters are often the first ones rushing in to help.
Montana stores not among Bon-Ton's recent closures
In September last year, the Kalispell Herberger’s store was celebrating a grand opening. It had just finished a year-long remodel, doubling the store’s size from 40,000 to 80,000 square feet that was lauded as a complement to downtown Kalispell’s ongoing revitalization.
Flathead selected for equity initiative
Flathead High School will be part of an International Baccalaureate initiative seeking to reach more low-income and minority students around the U.S.
Barstool madness
T?he usual suspects turned out Saturday afternoon for the barstool races at Cabin Fever Days, as well as some newcomers who thought they would try their luck at the one-of-a-kind competition.
Sunday, February 11
Libertarian Party spotlights jury nullification
Can a juror, faced with clear evidence that a defendant is guilty, still vote to acquit if he or she feels the law is unjust?
Two Mile apartment project goes before board
The Kalispell Planning Board will deliberate a proposed 324-unit housing project on Two Mile Drive at its next meeting on Tuesday. The project drew a cacophony of objections from area residents the first time it came before the board in December.
Glacier Airport to host TSA Precheck certification week
Glacier Park International Airport is becoming a temporary hub for people to obtain their Transportation Security Administration PreCheck certification on the week of Feb. 26. Usually people have to travel over 400 miles to a larger airport to get the certification interview.
ImagineIF librarian has an eye for innovation
Play and work are often interchangeable with Megan Glidden’s job.
Keith Edward Vornbrock, 52
Keith Edward Vornbrock, of Kalispell, formerly of Milk River, Alberta, passed away suddenly at the age of 52 on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018. He was on vacation, attending his nephew’s wedding in Huatulco, Mexico.
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Our Congress, in its own financial self-interest, pushed through the big tax cut for our poor, overworked, underpaid millionaires and billionaires, at the cost of cutting back health care and endangering programs for those needing help to feed and care for their families. Now that we have been told to just stop wasting the largess we receive from our generous paychecks, and pay our own bills without any help from government funds, the issue of The Wall comes slithering back.
Questions surround oil's impact on the Middle Fork
This time of year, the Middle Fork of the Flathead River is ice-bound and quiet – except when a freight train rumbles past.
Local Cub Scout pack celebrates six decades
For their most recent meeting, the boys of Cub Scout Pack 4944 brought in cakes they had baked for a competition, wriggled their way through a game of “hoop the loop,” and went over plans for their annual Blue and Gold Banquet on Feb. 20.
1 in 5 seniors fall prey to financial scams
Today’s senior citizens were raised to be polite and trustworthy. Many of them have worked most of their lives, have a home that’s paid off and money in their savings accounts. A lot of older people also pride themselves on having excellent credit.
Democracy under attack by the GOP
“From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.” This quotation from Luke 12 does much to address one of the most glaring issues in America today: the corrupting influence of money in our democratic system or conversely; the desire of those who have been given much but fail to reciprocate their blessings to a society that has enabled their good fortune. It is a topic that books can and are being written on, and a short synopsis of some recent events amplifies this corrupting influence.
Former Alpinglow lot still vacant on Big Mountain
The village area at Whitefish Mountain Resort is full of high-end lodging options and bustles with restaurants, bars, outfitters and coffee houses riding the waves of money brought to the mountain by skiers and visitors.
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Daniel Raymond Scholz 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018, at his home in Columbia Falls.
Building bridges: Montana needs plenty of 'em
It’s been known for some time that Montana’s roads and bridges need major upgrades. Four years ago the American Society of County Engineers estimated the state’s roads are in need of close to $15 billion worth of improvements.
Matthew S. Righter, 26
Matthew Scott Righter, 26, of Junction City, Kansas, died Feb. 5, 2018, at his home.
Truth in advertising at heart of Bureau
After listening carefully while asking questions and having everything explained to me twice, I hastily signed the paperwork so that I could get started with the service.
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- Annual Cabin Fever Days, Coram, Martin City, Hungry Horse. Barstool ski races, arm wrestling, mountain man competitions, pool tournament, snowshoe softball and more. Kids’ event at Martin City Fire Hall.
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- Annual Cabin Fever Days, Coram, Martin City, Hungry Horse. Barstool ski races, arm wrestling, mountain man competitions, pool tournament, snowshoe softball and more. Kids’ event at Martin City Fire Hall.
Bipartisan disdain: A pox on both their houses
At this at this particular time I seem to have something of a problem with supporting candidates for political office in either of the main political parties.
Pressure's on to use Instant Pot
Let me preface this confession by saying my husband is a very thoughtful gift giver. Sure, his gifts tend toward kitchen gadgetry, and their might be a slight ulterior motive in his selections since he likes to dabble with cooking, but that’s perfectly fine with me. It’s the thought that counts.
Anna 'Dollie' Mendenhall, 102
Anna “Dollie” Mendenhall (Devlin) passed away Feb. 6, 2018, at the Brendan House in Kalispell with her daughters by her side. Dollie was born Sept. 9, 1915, in Sherbrook, North Dakota, during the second year of World War I. Dollie was the fourth child of 14 siblings. As a teenager, she moved to Montana to work in Yellowstone National Park, and later to Cut Bank to work in her brother-in-law’s cafe. While working in Cut Bank, she met Charles Paul “Chuck” Mendenhall and got married on Nov. 1, 1941, the same year the United States entered World War II. They were married for 63 years, until his passing in 2004.
Minimal mayhem for a Friday night
Kalispell Police had a relatively light shift from Friday afternoon all the way to Saturday noon, possibly coinciding with a cold spell that kept people inside. Most of the calls that came in were requests for information, reports of accidents or questionable drivers and personal disputes that didn’t necessarily rise to the level of criminal activity.
Glacier High teachers up for national spirit award
Glacier High School head football coach Grady Bennett and French teacher Stephanie Hill and are finalists in the national Varsity Brands
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Olympics sure to warm the soul during winter dreariness
Freezing temperatures. Shoveling snow and slipping on ice. More cloud cover and reduced daylight hours. Yes, winter can be quite depressing for those of us not basking in the Sun Belt.
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- Annual Cabin Fever Days, Coram, Martin City, Hungry Horse. Barstool ski races, arm wrestling, mountain man competitions, pool tournament, snowshoe softball and more. Kids’ event at Martin City Fire Hall.
Is Montana lost? No, it is not too late to work to save it!
This letter is a follow-up to a guest opinion of mine that was published on Jan. 22 titled “The Changing Landscape.” Please understand that the only reason I share my thoughts on paper and submit them to be published is because I care. They come from seeing this place change from the inside and out. They come from my experience on the ground floor of growth in real estate. They come from attending many City Council meetings to see how the system operates. If my message bleeds through to frustration, I do apologize. I do not wish to offend anyone or cause division amongst us … there is enough of that ever so potent “division” that exists in our world with media, politics and religion. We are just people trying to survive this thing called Life. I only wish for things to be done better and for our community to be strengthened.
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- Annual Cabin Fever Days, Coram, Martin City, Hungry Horse. Barstool ski races, arm wrestling, mountain man competitions, pool tournament, snowshoe softball and more. Kids’ event at Martin City Fire Hall.
Working together had good results on forest plan
There’s a lot of bad news about divisiveness in America. Here’s a local good-news story: Folks with very diverse interests in the Flathead Valley met over a 13-month period, got way past “No!” and achieved a unanimous agreement on national forest management.
Barbara Beebe Shane, 79
Barbara Beebe Shane, 79, “went to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” on Feb.7, 2018, after a short bout with cancer that ended mercifully in Kalispell, where she lived with her daughter Debby and family.
Saturday, February 10
Graves retains individual crown; Eureka falls short
BILLINGS — As a freshman just beginning his varsity sports career, Garrett Graves wrote three goals in his locker at Eureka High School.
Braves top Class AA again
BILLINGS — Tucker Nadeau is a young man of few words and fewer outwardly expressed emotions, so it was no surprise when his response to winning the 182-pound Class AA state title was muted relative to the flamboyant reactions of other champions.
Bouda, Popp 1st at state swim; Flathead boys 3rd
GREAT FALLS — Flathead, led by state record breaker Jamie Bouda, placed third at the State Swim Meet on Saturday at the Swarthout Fieldhouse Pool at Great Falls High School.
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FEMA FLIP: Maybe Whitefish Energy wasn't so bad after all!
Whitefish Energy probably won’t say so, but the power contractor won vindication of sorts last week when it got a shout-out from a FEMA official for its work restoring power in Puerto Rico.
Nightcap for the Soul
The monthly production of “Nightcap for the Soul” hosted by the Christ Church Episcopal in Kalispell is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 11.
Friday, February 9
Prep Basketball Utter, Thier push Eureka past Troy
TROY — Sienna Utter scored 23 points and Eryn Thier had 17 points and six rebounds to help Eureka spill Troy 55-39 in a District 7B girls basketball game Friday evening.
Bouncing back: Braves rally
BILLINGS — As Flathead paraded into Rimrock Auto Arena before Friday’s Class AA state wrestling tournament began, the athletes donned burnt orange shirts with the names of each of the school’s 24 qualifiers for the state wrestling tournament emblazoned across the back.
Flathead's Bouda sets state record in 50 free
GREAT FALLS — Major Robinson couldn’t have asked for a better showing Friday as his swimmers from Flathead and Glacier broke records and made the finals in individual events and relays during preliminary action at the Great Falls High pool.
Kitties kidnapped in break-in
According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, a man claimed his estranged wife broke into his residence and stole his felines.
William 'Dick' Crockford II, 65
William “Dick” Crockford II, 65, of Dillon, passed away Feb. 8, 2018, at Barrett Hospital and Healthcare in Dillon.
Multi-family housing proposed for Silverbrook
A developer is looking into establishing multi-family residential housing near the junction of U.S. 93 and Church Drive at the extreme northern end of Kalispell in the Silverbrook development.
Diary indicates alleged rape
A Whitefish man is facing rape charges following the investigation of a child’s diary entry.
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New candidates enter legislative races
Two more candidates filed this week for legislative races in the Flathead Valley.
Mooring View Lane home destroyed by fire
A house on Mooring View Lane in rural Columbia Falls was destroyed by fire in a spectacular blaze Friday afternoon.
Jerry and Jeanne Southwood
Jerry and Jeanne Southwood are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.
Fierce winter storm pummels the valley
A fierce winter storm pummeled the Flathead Valley on Thursday evening as an arctic front spilled over the Continental Divide, bringing snow, ice, wind, accidents and numerous trees down with it.
Rooting for Maggie at the Olympics
The Winter Olympics always seem to get underway just in the nick of time for us winter-weary folks in the Flathead Valley, where it’s sometimes hard to remember the last sunny day, or that spring eventually will come. With the opening ceremonies getting underway tonight in Pyeongchang, South Korea, we can sit in the comfort of our easy chairs and cheer on our favorite U.S. athletes.
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The Kalispell Planning Board is meeting on Feb. 13, at 6:00 p.m., to make a final decision on the proposed 324-unit apartment complex at 325 Two Mile Drive. The builder has now requested to haul 25,000 cubic yards of dirt into that field to bring it above flood plain. That is 2,090 dump-truck loads coming and going, before any building has begun. What will now happen to all of the surrounding properties, when they alter the natural lay of the land?
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The Kalispell Planning Board is meeting on Feb. 13, at 6:00 p.m., to make a final decision on the proposed 324-unit apartment complex at 325 Two Mile Drive. The builder has now requested to haul 25,000 cubic yards of dirt into that field to bring it above flood plain. That is 2,090 dump-truck loads coming and going, before any building has begun. What will now happen to all of the surrounding properties, when they alter the natural lay of the land?
Thursday, February 8
C-Falls girls, boys sweep Whitefish
WHITEFISH — Columbia Falls needed a big fourth quarter to pull away from stubborn Whitefish for a 61-38 Northwest A girls basketball victory Thursday evening.
Eureka ready to defend B-C mat title
At this time last year, Eureka entered the state tournament as the outsider and the underdog, having never won a state wrestling championship.
Class A State Wrestling Sidney, Havre have top spots locked up
Sidney shocked the state by walloping five-time-defending state champion Havre in the Eastern divisional last weekend, and Class A coaches nearly unanimously say the Eagles and Blue Ponies are the far-and-away favorites to finish first and second, in an order to be determined, this weekend at the all-class state wrestling tournament in Billings.
Glacier looks at leasing historic cabins
Imagine living in a historic cabin on Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park.
Wild Horse ram sets new world record
A 9-year-old ram whose skull was found on Wild Horse Island is poised to break the record for world’s largest ram.
Bigfork rodeo gets green light from PRCA
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association confirmed Thursday it will move forward with a PRCA-sanctioned rodeo in Bigfork July 6-7.
Man stabs himself after Evergreen traffic stop
A 24-year-old Kalispell man reportedly stabbed himself in the neck during a police negotiation in Evergreen Thursday morning.
Subdivision near airport wins preliminary approval
A subdivision planned near Glacier Park International Airport won preliminary plat approval from the Flathead County commissioners on Monday, although a request by Evergreen Fire Rescue to provide fire hydrants at the development is still being worked out.
Avalanche risk high as snow moves in
An incoming bout of winter weather will make area roadways and mountain ranges treacherous.
Flathead's Vasquez a picture of persistence
If you’d asked Flathead senior Trae Vasquez two years ago where he’d be today, his answer would’ve been on top of the world — or at least the state.
Wednesday, February 7
AA State Wrestling Braves have a depth advantage
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Flathead, Glacier finish swim season at Great Falls
GREAT FALLS — Major Robinson, head coach for the Flathead and Glacier swim programs, is looking for his qualifiers to complete the 2017-18 season this weekend at the Great Falls High School pool with season best efforts at the state meet.
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Dennis M. Grillo, 65
Dennis M. Grillo, 65, passed away on Monday, Jan. 8, 2018, in Milford Regional Medical Center in Milford, Massachusetts.
Thief takes off with mammal molars
According to the Kalispell Police Department, a woman said someone broke into her vehicle and took some elk teeth. Her husband was going to make them into jewelry.
Fagg makes case for Senate candidacy
Russell Fagg, one of the many Republicans vying to unseat Sen. Jon Tester this November, sat down with the Daily Inter Lake’s editorial board Wednesday.
Economic summit shines light on complexities of growth
The Flathead Valley has enjoyed economic growth in recent years, but economists say it will require a well-educated workforce to keep a good thing going.
Love, light and hope
Traci Stolte jokingly refers to herself as a jack of all trades — and the truth is, she’s not far off the mark. The longtime Whitefish resident is part nonprofit director, pet boarding house owner, pilates teacher, bartender, wife and mother of three.
Fair officials withdraw objection to Bigfork rodeo
In response to an outpouring of support for a proposed Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo in Bigfork, Flathead County Fairgrounds Manager Mark Campbell and the Fair Board have withdrawn their objection to the Bigfork event.
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This weekend, Martin City will awake from its winter slumber for a raucous weekend of racing, socializing and perhaps, more than a little imbibing. The 40th annual Cabin Fever Days includes events like the mountain man competition, arm wrestling tournament, snowshoe softball and even a kids pool tournament. But an account of the three-day mountain festival would be incomplete without mention of the barstool ski races, where contestants fly down a groomed hill on home-engineered contraptions affixed to a pair of skis.
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This weekend, Martin City will awake from its winter slumber for a raucous weekend of racing, socializing and perhaps, more than a little imbibing. The 40th annual Cabin Fever Days includes events like the mountain man competition, arm wrestling tournament, snowshoe softball and even a kids pool tournament. But an account of the three-day mountain festival would be incomplete without mention of the barstool ski races, where contestants fly down a groomed hill on home-engineered contraptions affixed to a pair of skis.
Man and the Box brings the boom
Man and the Box has built a following with their unique sound, transforming beloved songs from every decade using three-part harmonies and an acoustic style. Tommy Edwards, his son, also named Tommy Edwards, and Aaron Fetveit planted their musical roots in the Flathead Valley about five years ago and have since drawn crowds from as far as Hamilton and Polson to their shows.
Weekly Events: Feb. 8-15
THURSDAY, FEB. 8
Cowboy Country and the Gold Dust Girls bring boot-stompin' mix to Eagles Club
The Cowboy Country and the Gold Dust Girls band will bring their mix of classic country, vintage rock and roll, and boot-stomping blue grass music to the stage from 7-11 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Kalispell Eagles Club.
Ceramics show comes to Kalispell
A new exhibition featuring the works of 25 Montana-based clay artists will open at the Hockaday Museum of Art on Thursday, Feb. 15 from 5-7 p.m. “Beyond Craft: The Art of Ceramics,” will be on display at the museum through April 7.
Performing arts center to screen romantic Italian opera
The Met’s production of the opera, “L’Elisir d’Amore” (“The Elixir of Love”) will be shown at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center and in cinemas nationwide on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m.
Classical musicians to take the stage at La Salle Grange
The La Salle Grange Theatre welcomes award-winning classical musicians for a concert to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Violinist Wai Mizutani, who has performed at Avery Fisher Hall and Carnegie Hall, and acclaimed cellist Jessica Chen from Taiwan will present Chinese music written for the Western-style orchestra at shows on Feb. 9 and 10, both beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are available for $19 at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3319130
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Whitefish Review wins national readers' choice award for best cover
The American Society of Magazine Editors have announced the finalists and winners of the 12th ASME Best Cover Contest.
Burned Finnegan's to reopen as 4B's
The restaurant formerly known as Finnegan’s on East Idaho Street in Kalispell is being revamped and will reopen as a 4B’s restaurant in May.
City rebuffs 11th-hour request to save park building
City Council Monday night gave a resounding “no” to a last-minute request by the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce to spare the city’s building in Depot Park from demolition.
Deal reached to fund community health centers
Senate leaders announced a bipartisan budget deal on Wednesday that would reauthorize the Community Health Center Fund and the National Health Service Corps for two more years — a move seen as critical for maintaining primary health-care services for over 100,000 Montanans.
Tuesday, February 6
High water marks for state
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Male – or mail – deemed threatening
According to Kalispell Police Department logs, it wasn’t clear whether a woman reported mail or a male asking for donations seemed threatening.
Leonard J. Fusk, 64
Leonard J. Fusk, 64, of Helena, and formerly of Joplin, died of natural causes after a long illness Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018, at St. Pete’s Health in Helena.
Kenneth Charles Rheaume, 76
Kenneth Charles Rheaume, 76, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center from an unexpected illness.
Dawn H. Reisch, 87
Dawn Hope Reisch passed away on Feb. 1, 2018, at Brendan House in Kalispell. She was born in Helena on Nov. 26, 1930, the only child of Margaret Lucille Hanson and Matt Rougle.
Anna Lee (Golterman) Dwyer, 90
Well known Western artist Anna Lee (Golterman) Dwyer passed away Thursday evening, Feb.1, 2018, at her home on Swan Lake.
Louis 'Lou' William Gottschalk, 96
Louis “Lou” William Gottschalk, 96, of Kalispell, passed away of natural causes on Feb. 2, 2018.
Joan Alice Morine, 75
Joan Alice Morine “left her earthly home” on Saturday, February 3, 2018, “to be with her heavenly Father.”
Kalispell retired firefighter featured in Super Bowl ad
An emotional Super Bowl commercial that thanked first responders for their service featured the stunning rescue photo of a former New York firefighter who lives near Kalispell.
Snowy sidewalks hinder pedestrians, challenge businesses
As wintry weather batters the Flathead Valley, snow and ice accumulates on nearly everything, which can leave city residents struggling through thigh-high snow or resorting to the dangerous tactic of walking on the street to keep their feet dry.
Somers-Lakeside schools to review policy on sex offenders
A parent on the Montana sex-offender registry who volunteered in a Lakeside Elementary classroom to help with a holiday activity has raised concerns and led the Somers-Lakeside School District to review its policy.
Report: 515 Montana bridges 'structurally deficient'
More of Montana’s bridges need repairs, according to a new report by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association.
Local community health center declares 'red alert'
A sea of red filled the Flathead Community Health Center conference room Tuesday morning, as staff, board members and patients gathered to express support for Montana’s community health centers. The demonstration, part of the nationwide #RedAlertforCHCs day of awareness, called on Congress to renew the Community Health Center Fund or risk losing health care access for thousands of Montanans.
Whitefish boasts deepest snow in Rockies
Ullr has been generous to skiers and snowboarders in Northwest Montana so far this winter.
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After reading Montana Perspectives on Feb. 4 about the new abortion clinic opening, I have to wonder if any pro-abortionists wrote in and were ignored. I’m a woman who grew up in the 1970s and remember when women had back-alley abortions by people who were not physicians. Women were ingesting drugs that may kill her in order to get rid of a fetus that began with rape. Women fought hard for Roe v. Wade in order to give all women the choice to do with THEIR bodies what they deemed fit and to stop the illegal abortions that were killing many of their sisters.
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After reading Montana Perspectives on Feb. 4 about the new abortion clinic opening, I have to wonder if any pro-abortionists wrote in and were ignored. I’m a woman who grew up in the 1970s and remember when women had back-alley abortions by people who were not physicians. Women were ingesting drugs that may kill her in order to get rid of a fetus that began with rape. Women fought hard for Roe v. Wade in order to give all women the choice to do with THEIR bodies what they deemed fit and to stop the illegal abortions that were killing many of their sisters.
Cities oppose proposed industrial zone
A proposed zone change that would open the door to more commercial development on U.S. 93 near the county landfill has drawn opposition from both Whitefish and Kalispell city officials.
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After reading Montana Perspectives on Feb. 4 about the new abortion clinic opening, I have to wonder if any pro-abortionists wrote in and were ignored. I’m a woman who grew up in the 1970s and remember when women had back-alley abortions by people who were not physicians. Women were ingesting drugs that may kill her in order to get rid of a fetus that began with rape. Women fought hard for Roe v. Wade in order to give all women the choice to do with THEIR bodies what they deemed fit and to stop the illegal abortions that were killing many of their sisters.
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After reading Montana Perspectives on Feb. 4 about the new abortion clinic opening, I have to wonder if any pro-abortionists wrote in and were ignored. I’m a woman who grew up in the 1970s and remember when women had back-alley abortions by people who were not physicians. Women were ingesting drugs that may kill her in order to get rid of a fetus that began with rape. Women fought hard for Roe v. Wade in order to give all women the choice to do with THEIR bodies what they deemed fit and to stop the illegal abortions that were killing many of their sisters.
Sen. Fielder has Bundy values, not Montanan values
In Montana, we leave gates as we found them. Ranchers don’t graze on their neighbor’s grass without asking or paying for it. We pull one another out of the ditch. We follow the rule of law, which may sound like some pointy-headed academic term, but really it’s simply society’s agreement with itself — we play by the same rules. It’s part of who we are as Montanans and Americans.
Monday, February 5
Therapy providers warn of coverage changes
As Washington lawmakers continue to search for a budget deal, Flathead-area therapy providers are sounding the alarm on looming coverage changes for Medicare patients.
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Kalispell distillery produces specialty liqueur
In the early 1800s, French soldiers conquering and colonizing Algeria were given daily rations of absinthe because military leaders thought it would help their men combat malaria.
Hospital patient loses track of $600 cash
According to Kalispell Police logs, a patient at a local hospital reported $600 in cash missing from their wallet. The patient was uncertain if the money was inside his wallet during transport to the hospital as he was reportedly “out of it.”
Frank S. Foot, 85
Frank S. Foot, 85, passed away in Kalispell on Jan. 29, 2018.
Sunday, February 4
Enraged driver pursues fellow motorist
A caller told the Kalispell Police Department that a pickup truck driver she had accidentally cut off was following her and honking.
Kalispell council to discuss multi-family housing project
The Kalispell City Council is meeting at 7 p.m. Monday evening in the council chambers to discuss a conditional use permit for an eight unit multi-family housing project on Appleway Drive, authorizing a maximum of $6 million in tax increment urban renewal revenue bonds for the west side urban renewal district and authorizing a loan for the city from the Montana Board of Investments Intercap Loan Program to purchase equipment for the parks department.
Whitefish council to talk short-term rental changes
Changes to short-term rental regulations and a proposed 14-lot subdivision on Colorado Avenue take top billing at the Whitefish City Council meeting on Monday, Feb. 5.
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A lifelong learner
After 11 years at Edgerton Elementary, Merisa Murray will open new doors in her career as principal of Rankin Elementary when it opens in 2018.
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After 11 years at Edgerton Elementary, Merisa Murray will open new doors in her career as principal of Rankin Elementary when it opens in 2018.
Next Legislature must stand up for Montana citizens
Montanans are now seeing the real-life consequences of budget decisions made by the Republican legislators who make up the majority of our state Legislature.
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A lender and a Realtor brought a heart-wrenching story to the attention of the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors (NMAR) about their client who recently purchased a home west of Kalispell and could not retain the existing internet service that the previous owner used.
Editor's column didn't tell the 'whole truth'
Tell the WHOLE Truth, Mr. Miele. (Cherry picking season is still eight months away.)
Boom-town bustle of Martin City
Except for the hubbub of Cabin Fever Days in February and the upsurge in traffic during the summer and hunting seasons, Martin City is a bastion of peace and quiet these days.
Whitefish corridor at a crossroad
Whitefish has been between the proverbial rock and a hard spot for some time over planning control of the U.S. 93 corridor south of the intersection with Montana 40.
Will Montana's 'mountain morons' prevail over self-appointed 'enlightened elites'?
The Democrat left once characterized itself as “liberal.” But that was a complete misnomer because the classical meaning of “liberal” is being “open minded.” And the American Left is certainly not that. It’s hopelessly intolerant of anyone or anything that doesn’t conform to its rigid left-wing orthodoxy.
Protests to begin soon
Thank you for posting the article about the All Families Healthcare in the Daily Inter Lake. Although, the heading sounds like an advertisement for abortions, we know it to be a Call to Arms to defend the Right to Life.
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A lender and a Realtor brought a heart-wrenching story to the attention of the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors (NMAR) about their client who recently purchased a home west of Kalispell and could not retain the existing internet service that the previous owner used.
Abbott Valley Homestead blends past with present
Not all that much has changed in the wooded Abbott Valley east of Martin City since a trapper named Abbott ventured there in the 1890s to put down a homestead claim.
C'mon folks, give Miele a break; he's actually fair
By Bill Baum
Memoir reveals life before and after horrific accident
Lexie Miller Wyman was a record-breaking Flathead track star in the late 1970s and early ’80s, a phenomenal athlete who competed in two Olympic trials.
Story about clinic providing abortions draws responses
I found your front-page article celebrating the new abortion clinic extremely unsettling. Though it is newsworthy, is it front-page newsworthy? And to include a picture of three women who are going to be committing murder against unborn infants with huge smiles on their faces, I thought was disgusting. To glorify the act of taking the life of a defenseless child of God, the Inter Lake should be ashamed of itself. There’s got to be better front-page news somewhere you can report on. —Brian Beck, Columbia Falls
Business newsmakers
Stephanie Juneau has joined the Montana West Economic Development staff as a loan officer. Juneau previously was regional director at the Small Business Dev-elopment Center, covering Northwest Montana. She also was chief financial officer with a start-up manufacturing company in California. Prior to launching and leading that company, Juneau was senior vice president and relationship manager for several community and commercial banks in Southern California.
Tax revenue is necessary to help communities to thrive
In Center Mall there are fascinating pictures of Kalispell in the old days. The streets were dirt. Later, wooden sidewalks appeared.
Canyon winter bash marks 40th anniversary
It’s been 40 years since a group of Canyon-area residents got together and formulated a plan to chase away the winter doldrums and raise money for worthy causes at the same time.
Saturday, February 3
Flathead cruises through Western AA divisional seeding
Twenty-two state qualifiers gave Flathead enough firepower to bring home a state wrestling championship last season. This year, they’ll enter the season’s final tournament even more loaded.
Western B/C Wrestling Graves wins 3rd divisional title; Eureka repeats
SUPERIOR — Garrett Graves (182) won his third straight title and Eureka captured its fourth straight Western B/C divisional wrestling championship on Saturday.
Western A Divisional Wrestling C-Falls 2nd behind Frenchtown; Polson 3rd
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Prep Basketball Roundup Beighle scores 36 to lift Sentinel over Glacier
MISSOULA — Sam Beighle carried the load for Missoula Sentinel, scoring a game-high 36 points in a 66-59 Western AA boys basketball victory over Glacier on Saturday afternoon.
Musicians to net more streaming revenue
A federal copyright board ruled last week that streaming services like Spotify, Pandora and Apple Music have to divert a higher share of their revenue back to songwriters.
Good Stuff is 'right stuff' for many maladies
Michael and Maranda Johnson, co-founders of The Good Stuff Botanicals in Creston, are out to heal the whole community … one baby bottom at a time.
Stephen E. Feuz, 58
After a short, but valiant battle with lung cancer, Steve Feuz passed away peacefully the afternoon of Friday, Jan. 19, 2018, surrounded by his loving family.
Mary (Sharpe) MacDonald, 99
On Jan. 30, 2018, at her home in Kalispell, Mary (Sharpe) MacDonald “began her journey to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”
Donald Ryan, 89
Donald John Ryan passed away at age 89 in Kalispell Regional Medical Center on Jan. 19, 2018.
Frank S. Foot, 85
Frank S. Foot, 85, passed away in Kalispell on Jan. 29, 2018.
Norma K. Funke, 78
Norma K. Funke, 78, a lifelong member of the Polson community and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, passed away from natural causes while surrounded by her family on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018, in Missoula.
Patricia Lutz, 94
Patricia Lutz, 94, passed away on Jan. 8, 2018, at Genesis in Whitefish, where she spent the last two months of her life.
Thomas W. Little, 80
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Tom Little on Jan. 29, 2018, surrounded by family in Phoenix.
Duane Harlin Goodwin, 59
Duane Harlin Goodwin, 59, of Kalispell, passed away Jan. 29, 2018.
Jean Adkins Willmore, 81
Jean Adkins Willmore of Elk, Washington, passed away on Jan. 30, 2018.
James N. Sutton, 86
James Nelson Sutton, age 86, passed away on Jan. 28, 2018 in Kirkland, Wash. James was born March 7, 1931 in Stafford, Ohio to William Brady and Freeda (Van Fossen) Sutton. Then the family moved to Montana, where James graduated from Flathead High School in 1950. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1950 and was honorably discharged in 1955. On Oct. 20, 1956 he married Shirley (Cramer) in Kalispell. They celebrated 61 years of marriage. James worked at Ross Shipyard and Alaska Ships as a Mechanical Engineer. He loved planting and all things to do with gardening. James was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Shirley. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018 at 1 p.m. at Buffalo Hill Funeral Home with burial to follow at Glacier Memorial Gardens. Friends are encouraged to send notes of condolence to www.buffalohillfh.com. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.
PHOTO GALLERY: Whitefish Winter Carnival Grand Parade
Why would a journalism school be afraid of free speech?
If there are two institutions that should support free speech without reservation, they would be journalism and higher education.
Friday, February 2
Western A divisionals Eight MatCats move to semis
COLUMBIA FALLS — Wrestling on its home mats for only the second time this year, Columbia Falls put on a show for the admiring home crowd.
Graves, Schmidt undefeated, lead Eureka wrestlers to B-C divisional
Eureka wrestling coach Danny Lemer hopes tradition and desire make up for shortage of depth for his Lions at the Western B-C divisional wrestling tournament today at Superior.
Bigfork girls pick up two more hoop wins
TROY — Bigfork experienced a 69-32 blowout District 7B win over Troy on Friday while escaping with a nonconference 70-65 overtime thriller over Ronan on Thursday at Ronan.
Phone thief fibs to owner
According to the Kalispell Police Department, a woman texted her missing phone, and someone replied they would return the phone. But then the person stopped replying.
Man spits at officers during felony arrest
A man is behind bars after allegedly spitting at police officers while being arrested on charges of felony theft.
Gloria M. Palicz, 89
Gloria M. Palicz of Fairbanks, Alaska, passed away peacefully at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018. She was 89 years young.
Community health center funding set to expire
Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, took to the Senate floor this week in a bid to secure funding for community health centers across the country, including in the Flathead.
Miss Montana shares message of service
Reigning Miss Montana Maddie Murray walked into St. Matthew’s Catholic School gym on Friday, her crown twinkling in the light.
New Flathead River management plan in works
The Flathead National Forest seeks public input as it begins preparing a Comprehensive River Management Plan for the Flathead River’s three forks.
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Thursday, February 1
Little support for proposed Medicaid cuts
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Some of the state's proposed cuts in Medicaid reimbursement will harm children and leave the state responsible for more expensive services, opponents said Thursday.
Thomas W. Little, 80
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Tom Little on Jan. 29, 2018, surrounded by family in Phoenix.
Norma Kaye Funke, 78
Norma Kaye Funke, 78, of Polson, died Wednesday, Jan. 31, at Village Health Care in Missoula.
Eggensperger seeks another term as county super
Two more candidates filed for Flathead County races this week.
Whitefish looks to extend city services south of 40
Shifting from historical policy, Whitefish is considering the possibility of extending city services south of Montana 40.
Ghosts suspected of cooking up a storm
According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, clanging noises were coming from a neighbor’s house, but the caller said she didn’t think her neighbor was home.
Protections for Yellowstone bison to be reconsidered
BILLINGS — A federal judge has ordered U.S. wildlife officials to reconsider a 2015 decision that blocked special protections for the iconic bison herds that roam Yellowstone National Park and are routinely subjected to hunting and slaughter.
Rosewater seeks change in water-use permit
The Rosewater development aims to extend the time period it can pump water from the Whitefish River.
Kalispell Target set for $1.4 million renovation
The Target store in North Kalispell will undergo a $1.4 million renovation this month.
Panera plans restaurant in North Kalispell
Plans for a sleek new Panera Bread have been submitted to the city of Kalispell.
Weekly Events: Feb. 1-7
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Classic Crosstown Game Flathead holds off Glacier
If there are levels of noise, amounts of shaking or heights of drama the old, lovable wooden gymnasium at Flathead High School can’t handle, surely they all were approached on Thursday night.
Bravettes edge Wolfpack
The matchup seemed nearly impossible to overcome.
Braves hope to load up for state at seeding tourney nament
By DAVID LESNICK
C-Falls searching for its 6th straight divisional crown
An added bonus for Columbia Falls this weekend, as it seeks its sixth straight Western A divisional wrestling title, is that the MatCats are the event hosts.
Big fourth quarter helps C-Falls girls drop Libby
LIBBY — Columbia Falls used a big fourth quarter to break away from Libby for a 49-27 Northwest A conference girls basketball victory on Thursday evening.
