Stories for November 2020

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Wednesday, November 25

November 25, 2020 6:05 a.m.

Marion woman dies in Bigfork crash

The driver reportedly lost control while negotiating a right curve on Montana 82

Assisted living residents focus on gratitude this holiday season
November 25, 2020 2:50 a.m.

Assisted living residents focus on gratitude this holiday season

Residents thankful for caring staff, health and family

Health officials urge residents to limit holiday gatherings
November 25, 2020 2:45 a.m.

Health officials urge residents to limit holiday gatherings

The Flathead City-County Health Department is advising against gatherings or events that include more than 25 people.

Gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list can be found in Bigfork
November 25, 2020 2:45 a.m.

Gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list can be found in Bigfork

Shop local this holiday season

November 25, 2020 2:45 a.m.

State seeks new judge in Flathead County business lawsuits

Two Bigfork area businesses included in controversial suit

Thursday, November 19

November 19, 2020 3:15 a.m.

Bigfork teen arrested for school burglary

Andrew Wade Francisco, 18, was charged with burglary and is lodged in the Flathead County Detention Center on $5,000 bail.

Wednesday, November 18

November 18, 2020 3:55 a.m.

Bigfork resident takes second in 2020 Fall Mack Days

Sam Cusker of Bigfork came in second with 712 entries and a 39.56 average.

Bio Station grateful for community support during difficult time
November 18, 2020 3:10 a.m.

Bio Station grateful for community support during difficult time

Deep Dive into the Flathead Lake Bio Station

Dorothy Louise Lawson Plum, 89
November 18, 2020 2:50 a.m.

Dorothy Louise Lawson Plum, 89

Dorothy Louise Lawson Plum, 89

Bullock expands mask mandate, tightens restrictions
November 18, 2020 2:50 a.m.

Bullock expands mask mandate, tightens restrictions

"These are decisions that I don't take lightly, yet they are a necessity," Bullock said

Clock tower set to get an upgrade
November 18, 2020 2:30 a.m.

Clock tower set to get an upgrade

Tech upgrades in store for downtown icon

Soccer players honored with post season awards
November 18, 2020 2:30 a.m.

Soccer players honored with post season awards

Senior Ben Pilskalns, junior Caden Riedesel and sophomore Landon Byerman were All-Conference selections.

Pandemic, politics fuel brisk local liquor sales
November 18, 2020 2:05 a.m.

Pandemic, politics fuel brisk local liquor sales

“People are drinking more,” said Zuege. “It’s getting diverted from bars and restaurants to liquor stores.”

In the trenches
November 18, 2020 1:35 a.m.

In the trenches

Bigfork offensive linemen are hard-working, but often overlooked

“There is nothing more unique in sports than the offensive lineman."

Elizabeth “Betty” Fondell Schwartz, 88
November 18, 2020 1:10 a.m.

Elizabeth “Betty” Fondell Schwartz, 88

Elizabeth “Betty” Fondell Schwartz

Friday, November 13

November 13, 2020 3:15 a.m.

Two dead grizzlies found near Bigfork

Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-TIP-MONT (1-800-847-6668)

Wednesday, November 11

Bigfork native behind the lens of popular TV shows
November 11, 2020 2:40 a.m.

Bigfork native behind the lens of popular TV shows

Mason Gertz captures footage for "Deadliest Catch,"Mountain Men"

Bigfork Elves to carry on holiday decorating tradition with a few changes
November 11, 2020 2:35 a.m.

Bigfork Elves to carry on holiday decorating tradition with a few changes

Masks and social distancing will be required at this year's event

Air Force veteran recounts career as Security Forces member
November 11, 2020 2:30 a.m.

Air Force veteran recounts career as Security Forces member

Honor and family the foundation of Rob Gambino's military service

Wednesday, November 4

Incumbent Noland dominates HD10 race
November 4, 2020 9:15 a.m.

Incumbent Noland dominates HD10 race

Noland garnered 71.2% of the vote in Bigfork with 3,870 votes, while Allen earned 28% from 1,508 votes.

November 4, 2020 7:10 a.m.

The latest Montana election results

Results as of 6 a.m. Wednesday morning

Abell likely wins county commissioner race
November 4, 2020 6:15 a.m.

Abell likely wins county commissioner race

Abell was leading Larson with nearly two-thirds of 36,422 ballots cast

Award recognizes three Bigfork locals for community efforts
November 4, 2020 4:40 a.m.

Award recognizes three Bigfork locals for community efforts

Lisa Cloutier, Brian Anderson and Edd Blackler were selected as the honorees for this year’s Big Hat award.

Hunting license sales up this year
November 4, 2020 3:30 a.m.

Hunting license sales up this year

Harvest expected to be good for Montana hunters thanks to mild winter last year

Somers Beach acquisition progresses after unanimous vote from state board
November 4, 2020 2:50 a.m.

Somers Beach acquisition progresses after unanimous vote from state board

The Montana State Parks and Recreation Board voted unanimously for Fish, Wildlife and Parks to move forward with purchasing the nearly $3 million, 106-acre property.

Vikings fall to Mustangs in Class B playoffs
November 4, 2020 2:50 a.m.

Vikings fall to Mustangs in Class B playoffs

Volleyball takes third in district

November 4, 2020 2:35 a.m.

Large gathering ban fails for second time

Order to restrict large indoor gatherings fails on tie vote

Bigfork family honored with Medal of Merit
November 4, 2020 2:20 a.m.

Bigfork family honored with Medal of Merit

Thorsen family receive rare award for mask project during pandemic