Wednesday, May 27
‘Play in your backyard’program urges people to explore locally
Since the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to curtail out-of-state visitor numbers this season, local organizations are encouraging Montanans to take advantage of “touristy” opportunities in their own backyards.
Santistevan reflects on sports, teamwork and faith
While basketball was her favorite sport when she was younger, Bigfork’s Isabella Santistevan is most disappointed in missing out on her final season of golf with the Valkyries.
Retired elementary teacher releases third children’s book
Retired Bigfork Elementary School teacher, Sharon Lamar has written and illustrated “Wild at Heart,” a children’s book about a young girl’s unforgettable hike into the wilderness. Along the trail, she and her family are in awe of all that nature has to offer.
Former Bigfork School Board member in favor of Melissa Romano for superintendent of public instruction
Dear editor:
Down to business: Playing tourist in my backyard
I spent the weekend with a friend who has just returned to Montana from living abroad — after the required 14-day quarantine of course. Sunday she wanted to go to The Raven.
Bigfork businesses welcome tourists — with reservations
“Our outlook is positive,” said Echo Lake Café co-owner Mark Herman. “But we have to be conscientious about social distancing.”
Tuesday, May 26
Carly V. Cancer
Bigfork golfer beats cancer, faces pandemic in high school career.
Group seeks amendment to Water Rights Protection Act
With support from Confederated Salish Kootenai Tribes, a Lake County nonprofit recently submitted a letter to state leaders requesting an amendment to the draft of the Montana Water Rights Protection Act that would provide the Tribes with authorization to use a portion of their Trust Fund to improve the treatment of wastewater throughout the reservation.
Friday, May 22
Kathleen (Kay) Kraber Lund, 89
Kay left this earth peacefully on May 13, 2020.
Thursday, May 21
David Allan Ogden
David Allan Ogden
Wednesday, May 20
Gone but not forgotten: Cemetery association maintains historic graveyard
At Lone Pine, local history lives on thanks to this small group of dedicated individuals, who not only maintain the facility, but keep detailed records on its inhabitants.
Bowling center not spared impacts of COVID-19
Bars, restaurants, gyms and movie theaters are starting to fill up again as people around the valley gradually venture out of their homes, but bowling centers continue to sit empty.
Next phase of Montana’s reopening plan begins June 1
Gov. Steve Bullock announced on Tuesday that Montana would move to phase two of the state’s reopening plan starting June 1.
Committee to take second look at farm proposal
The Bigfork Land Use Advisory Committee will review three applications for amendments or zone changes to Bigfork-area properties at their May 28 meeting.
Swan Hall board thanks local newspapers, community donors
The Board of Trustees for the Swan River Community Hall would like to thank the Bigfork Eagle and Daily Inter Lake for bringing our plight and plea to the attention of the public and also to those wonderful people who so generously donated to help save and restore the Hall. We are still in the process of restoring this Bigfork community icon and still need more donations to complete this project. Thank you again to all who have donated and those who may wish to donate.
PHOTOS: Market season begins
The Bigfork Farmers Market Cooperative kicked off their season May 13. Vendors and customers braved the cold weather to peruse displays of fresh veggies, eggs and crafts with many donning protective face masks for the afternoon shopping event.
B football all-stars also canceled
Last Friday it was the Knights of Columbus Badlands Bowl and on Saturday the final piece to Montana’s usually busy summer All-Star schedule was canceled: The Class B Big Sky All-Star football game.
Viola Janette “Dolly” Bunyea Evenson, 92
Dolly Evenson died April 29, 2020, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. The family is being cared for by Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home.
Josephine R. Bartels
Our loving mother and grandmother, Josephine R. Bartels, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 2, 2020.
Shot, discus athlete reflects on high school track career
Bigfork High School senior Monique Gomez played three sports during her time as a Valkyrie, but track was easily her favorite.
Tuesday, May 19
Heavy rain through Friday to bring rise in rivers
According to the National Weather Service in Missoula, rainfall will persist through at least Friday, with periods of heavy downpours possible today.
Board recommends approval for commercial subdivision
Last Wednesday evening, the Flathead City-County Planning Board voted to recommend approval for the subdivision of a 5.31-acre commercial property on Montana 82 near Pick’s Bowling Center that would create five lots ranging from .69 acres to 1.41 acres in size.
Wednesday, May 13
Three grizzlies relocated after feeding on garbage in Swan Lake area
Three subadult grizzly bears were trapped along the northwestern edge of Swan Lake last Thursday, May 7, after the siblings spent weeks roaming the area, ravaging garbage, hummingbird feeders and feeding in yards.
Vote Doug Mahlum as your next district 10 representative
Maybe you don’t know that Doug Mahlum, owner of the Montana Athletic Club, is running for the Montana District 10 Representative position. We hope you will join us in voting for Doug in the upcoming Republican primary election.
Mahlum takes on Noland in House District 10 primary
Republican Doug Mahlum will challenge incumbent Mark Noland for the Montana House District 10 Republican nomination in the June 2 primary election.
Viola Janette “Dolly” Bunyea Evenson, 92
Dolly Evenson slipped quietly away from us on April 29, 2020, just short of her 93rd birthday, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Dolly was born May 4, 1927, in Kalispell to Charles S
PHOTOS: Swan River School hosts Cinco de Mayo parade
Swan River School hosted a drive-by Cinco de Mayo parade for the school’s teachers, students and staff on Tuesday, May 5.
McAnally leaves with state title in shot put
Valkyrie athlete Ashton McAnally will have to settle for a single Class B state shot put title after losing her senior season to the COVID-19 pandemic.
State parks board endorses Somers beach project
Evaluations continue on whether the popular Somers Beach has the potential to become a formal state park.
Bigfork Teachers Union thanks community for passing levy
Dear Bigfork School District Voters,
Local farmers markets get underway with changes
Bigfork residents will soon be able to go to market as the town’s two farmers markets reopen for the summer season, despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Alleged hatchet assailant pleads not guilty
Man who allegedly threw hatchet at woman pleads not guilty
ImagineIF Libraries to reopen with new hours
ImagineIF Libraries will reopen the doors to their three Flathead County locations May 19 with new operating hours, in accordance with guidance from the Flathead City/County Health Department.
Tuesday, May 12
Kathleen O’Farrell, 66
Kathleen O’Farrell passed away May 7, 2020, at her home, surrounded by her family.
Wednesday, May 6
Bigfork voters OK school levies, Sandry and Kreiman elected to board
Bigfork voters narrowly approved general fund levies for the elementary and high school, according to unofficial results released Wednesday morning.
Getmans’ Orchard provides unique you-pick experience in scenic locale
This year will mark the 14th season for Getmans’, a you-pick orchard that stands 700 trees strong and produces 30,000-40,000 pounds of cherries annually.
Casino robber changes plea to no contest
The woman accused of robbing the Jackpot Casino in Bigfork last fall pleaded guilty by way of no contest at her April 29 change of plea hearing in Flathead County District Court.
Longtime caterer creates plant-based plates
Anna McCabe launches line of plant-based take-and-bake meals
Re-elect Mark Noland HD10
Hertz touts Noland's leadership skills
Teddy bear displays a beacon of hope during pandemic
Bigfork woman helps spread word about window teddy bear hunt in Flathead Valley
Woman threatens couple with gun
A Bigfork woman pleaded not guilty to threatening a couple with a gun during a recent incident on Cascade Drive.
Bigfork High students recognized with President’s Environmental Youth Award
Bigfork High School students Colten Wroble and Ryan Cantrell are among 35 recipients nationwide of the 2020 President’s Environmental Youth Award.
Tennis star focuses on faith and future in light of lost season
Bigfork High School senior Meredith Bedford participated in several activities during her time as a Valkyrie, but tennis was easily her favorite.
