Sunday, October 31
Fighting fires a family tradition for Bob Sandman
Bob Sandman has been fighting fires for as long as he's been legally allowed - down to the day.
Whitefish council meets tonight
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The great pumpkin patch
Dad says he's going to have a pumpkin patch next year, and not just any pumpkin patch. He envisions 500 of the orange gourds planted on a gentle slope not far from the house in which I grew up.
Longing for some controversy
Sometimes you run across stories that make you homesick. Earlier this year, Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Qyntel Woods was arrested - and later suspended by the team - for allegedly engaging in dog fighting with pit bulls.
Broncs blow by Wildcats in OT
Today
Oldtime Fiddlers entertain 2-6 p.m., North Valley Senior Center. The public is invited to attend.
Commissioner choice will matter
It DOES matter who is elected county commissioner on Tuesday.
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce marks 100th year of fostering business
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce President Joe Unterreiner knows one thing for sure about the Chamber: the more things change, the more they stay the same.
Woman concocts a special Halloween
Tracy Anderson knows how to throw a party.
Longing for some controversy
Braves settle for 3rd
DeHerrera's 2 goals lift Flathead over West in consolation final
New city manager on board for tonight's council meeting
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Police in Columbia Falls took a report of a tiny bear eating apples on 12th Avenue West.
Columbia Falls Police
Broncs blow by Wildcats in OT
Hamilton wins its first state championship on Pasichnyk's 2nd goal
Moment of decision arrives for School District 5
The Daily Inter Lake
A woman told the Flathead County Sheriff's Office that someone stole her dog - a large gray canine named Badger - from her vehicle while she was paying for gas in Lakeside.
Flathead County Sheriff
Speaker called 'Native American voice in the National Parks'
Not long ago, just one decade, American Indian histories were on the fringes of the country's national parks.
The Daily Inter Lake
The Flathead County Planning Office is accepting applications for a number of planning board and neighborhood land-use advisory committee openings.
Bags hold white powder, claims of white power
It's not clear if bags left at houses in the 200 block of 10th Avenue West and the 1000 block of Fifth Avenue West in Kalispell were supposed to be tricks or treats, but the people who found them turned them over to Kalispell police. The white bags contained a white, chalky substance and literature on white supremacy.
Fortunes made and lost in the timber industry
From the days of James Hill and Frederick Weyerhauser, much remains the same in the timber industry of the Pacific Northwest.
Woman concocts a special Halloween
Braves settle for 3rd
Thomas W. Samuel Sr., 88
Thomas W. Samuel Sr. "went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior" on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2004, while under the tender care of his physician, Annie Bukacek, and family at Brenden House in Kalispell.
Kids honor their Soldier John
The children of A Joyful Noise Preschool and Childcare in Columbia Falls have walked in soldier John Lyons' boots.
Kids honor their Soldier John
Saturday, October 30
TeleTech to begin hiring for call center
About 150 jobs are available, says company official
Planning a key issue in commissioner race
From shopping malls to major subdivisions, few things in the Flathead seem to attract as much public scrutiny as land-use planning and growth-related issues.
Whitefish police department took a report from an East Edgewood resident who saw people steal firewood right off her porch Thursday night.
Whitefish Police
Columbia Falls police arrested a woman for DUI on South Meadowlake Drive.
Columbia Falls
Local officer opposes marijuana measure
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report about damage to pop machines at Kari Dodge that looked like someone tried to set them on fire.
Flathead County
Braves kicked out of semis
Billings Senior ends Flathead's title hopes on penalty kicks
Eureka gets another shot at Florence
Today's Class B first round playoff game between District 8-B champion Eureka and Florence, the second seed out of 7-B, is a rematch of week two of the season.
Turning trash into treasure
For 32 years the North Valley Hospital Auxiliary has been turning trash into treasure for the hospital and the community. Every year in September auxiliary members collect a wealth of donated items for the sale and turn the proceeds back over to the hospital for various projects and equipment. A big percentage of the money also is earmarked for scholarships for North Valley residents pursuing studies in the field of medicine.
Isabelle Johnston Pasquale, 78
Isabelle Johnston Pasquale, 78, passed away peacefully while in the tender care of hospice nurses at Heritage Place in Kalispell, on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2004.
Joseph Albert Drewniak, 56
Joseph Albert Drewniak, 56, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2004, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Flathead falls flat
Braves lose season finale, miss playoffs
Two face charges after wild chase around town
A police chase through Kalispell on Friday reportedly included two men in a fleeing truck switching seats at 40 mph and tossing out stolen electronics and lingerie.
Feds probe W.R. Grace
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Grizzly poaching investigated
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is looking for information on a grizzly bear poaching.
Thursday, October 28
Whitefish ponders ban on box stores
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Acclaimed banjo player brings band to Whitefish
Alison Brown, a Grammy winning instrumentalist considered one of the best pickers in the world, will appear in Whitefish for a special performance with her band at the O'Shaugnessy Center in Whitefish on Nov. 5 at 8 p.m.
Flathead offers one of Shakespeare's lighter stories
The Flathead High School Theatre Department presentd William Shakespeare's comedy "As You Like It" November 2, 4, 5 and 6 in the David M. Hashley Theatre.
Curses, streaks and skeletons
Maybe it was that fully eclipsed moon that lifted "The Curse," allowing the Boston Red Sox to win their first World Series in 86 years. Despite baseball's superstitious lore, we have to think sheer talent and dogged determination had a lot to do with this historic victory.
Columbia Falls police showed a Seventh Street West resident how to turn down the volume on a television at 11 p.m. Tuesday.
Columbia Falls police
Brenneman leads money race
But will funding make a difference?
Frank J. Dierman, 82
Frank J. Dierman, 82, died on Oct. 27, 2004, at Colonial Manor in Whitefish.
Embezzler admits guilt
The Daily Inter Lake
Four clerks caught selling alcohol illegally
Kalispell police this week cited four clerks who sold alcohol to an underage buyer.
Today
St. Ann's Catholic Church in Somers has its annual Harvest Bazaar and Rummage Sale 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and Oct. 30. Home baked and canned goods, handmade jewelry, crafts and artwork. Chili, cabbage rolls and pie will be on sale for lunch.
Class A football playoffs under way
Wildcats travel to Stevensville, Libby plays host to Corvallis
Cabin reservation day is Monday
Monday is the opening opportunity for cabin rentals over the next year on the Hungry Horse and Glacier View ranger districts of Flathead National Forest.
Kalispell police were called about damage to a vehicle on Lambert Court, where pumpkins were used to inflict dents.
Kalispell police were called about damage to a vehicle on Lambert Court
Two Rivers amendment put on hold
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday tabled a major land-use change covering more than 1,800 acres north of Kalispell to give itself more time to consider all the information and comments.
Shelley Cureau Cole, 44
Shelley Cureau Cole, 44, of Columbia Falls, died of a long battle with cancer Sunday, Oct. 24, 2004, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Mildred "Millie" Barta Ezell, 86
Mildred "Millie" Barta Ezell, 86, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2004, at Heritage Place in Kalispell.
Flathead bounces Bison
Sean Riley scores two goals to help Braves reach semifinal
Braves hope to claim playoff spot
Flathead coaches challenge offense
Sheriff skeptical about grant
A Homeland Security grant of nearly $1.5 million isn't making Flathead County Sheriff Jim Dupont feel more secure.
Slater supporting high school bond
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Wednesday, October 27
Norman Lee Huston, 64
Norman Lee Huston, 64, died Oct. 15, 2004, at Fort Harrison.
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Virginia Mabel Ramsey, 88, died peacefully on Oct. 25, 2004, knowing she was loved by her family and gentle care givers, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. She was born in Bigfork on Oct. 7, 1916, to William and Mabel (Pengell) Felix.
$500,000 grant to help Head Start
City studies utility work at airport
The Kalispell City Council will consider a $145,000 proposal next week to run utilities down the west side of the city airport.
Evergreen sewer issue proves too complex to resolve
After spending the last nine months trying to figure out how to provide utility service to properties located north and east of the Evergreen sewer district, the Kalispell City Council is almost back to square one.
Money piles up for political committees
PACS have impact in Flathead County
College ruling appealed to high court
State Rep. George Everett and radio station owner John Stokes have appealed the dismissal of their lawsuit against Flathead Valley Community College to the Montana Supreme Court.
Business district tax bills to be corrected
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Today
Children's Story Hour at 10:30 a.m., Children's Department of the Flathead County Library in Kalispell, 247 First Ave. E. Call Youth Services Librarian Michael Hutchinson at 758-5822.
Bobcats really pull a rabbit out of the hat
After four straight down-to-the-wire wins for No. 24 Montana State, including last-second wins against Weber State and South Dakota State and an overtime win over Portland State, Bobcats coach Mike Kramer revealed Tuesday the nefarious plan behind the end-of-game drama.
Flathead County sheriff took a call from a business, where a man keeps calling to talk to younger girls who work there. When they refused, he threatened to put a gun to his head.
Flathead County Sheriff
Fred A. Turner, 92, a longtime valley resident, passed away Sept. 16, 2004, at the Bill Nichols State Veterans Home in Alexander City, Ala.
He is survived by a sister, five children, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Grizzlies hope bye week a positive thing
College football's bye week can be a blessing or curse. If your team has a lot of injuries, just isn't playing well or has a big game on the other side, then it can be blessing.
Woman stabbed in Kalispell
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Columbia Falls police took a report of a black 2002 Civic LX stolen from Nucleus Avenue.
Columbia Falls Police
Tuesday, October 26
Support Whitefish resort tax plan
Whitefish voters will decide next week whether to extend the city's 2-percent resort tax through 2025.
Two Rivers amendment comes before planning board
Proposal covers an area almost half the size of Kalispell
Whitefish police took a report of someone who tried to steal a couple of cases of beer from Safeway, but dropped the beer ad ran when they were chased.
Whitefish Police
Fred A. Turner, 92
Fred A. Turner, 92, a longtime valley resident, passed away Sept. 16, 2004, at the Bill Nichols State Veterans Home in Alexander City, Ala.
Concerns raised over water rights
It may not be a front-burner issue on the statewide campaign trail, but in the Flathead Basin, the future of water rights is a growing concern.
Tuesday
Red Cross blood drive noon to 5 p.m., Eureka Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Columbia Falls police took a report of a rock thrown through a windshield at the high school Monday.
Columbia Falls Police
Thelma Herd Roog, 78
Thelma Herd Roog, 78, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004, at her residence in Kalispell. She was born on Dec. 6, 1925, in Kevin, the daughter of B.C. and Evalina (Griffin) Herd.
Virginia Mabel Ramsey, 88
Virginia Mabel Ramsey, 88, died peacefully on Oct. 25, 2004, knowing she was loved by her family and gentle care givers, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. She was born in Bigfork on Oct. 7, 1916, to William and Mabel (Pengell) Felix.
100 years of stories
Homesteader moved here in October 1916
Allen Haag, 59
Allen Haag, 59, passed away on Friday, Oct. 22, 2004, at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish. He was born on April 8, 1945, in Kalispell, the son of Raymond Emil and Irene Vivian Haag.
School aims to build new gym
Elk hunters find early success
Woodhouse challenges incumbent O'Neil for Senate seat
An incumbent with Libertarian leanings and a Democratic challenger with conservative streaks are the candidates for Senate District 3.
Kalispell police took a report of a green 1992 Honda Civic stolen from North Meridian Road. It was found later, damaged, near Glacier Park International Airport.
Kalispell Police
Three dealers bid to provide patrol cars
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Missing hunter found safe
Flathead County Sheriff's Office reminds hunters and other outdoorsmen to let someone know where they're going before they head for the hills.
Monday, October 25
Sunday, October 24
Kalispell police broke out the handcuffs for a series of arrests Friday night and Saturday morning.
Kalispell Police
Whitefish Police
Whitefish police arrested a woman, 40, for DUI and for endangering the welfare of a child Friday evening. The woman had a child in her vehicle when she was stopped at Baker Avenue and Eighth Street.
Columbia Falls police arrested a 39 year-old man on his third DUI
Columbia Falls police arrested a 39 year-old man on his third DUI offense after receiving a complaint from motorists that the man nearly hit their vehicle. He was arrested in the parking lot of the Town Pump.
Saturday, October 23
Pilot's legacy lives on
The generous legacy of the late Jim Long is going strong for Angel Flight, the organization to which he volunteered so many hours of flight time.
Family, victims of fire, now victims of looters
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Today
St. Richard's Parish Rummage Sale 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Columbia Falls. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Lunch will be available.
Weather bodes well for opening day
Gray skies, golden larch and snow-capped mountains are the telltale signs of a promising opening day for big-game hunters Sunday.
Columbia Falls Police
Columbia Falls Police Department had a quiet day with no arrests and no fires, just a few reports of lost property.
Writing a resume? Follow this format: Target and specify
A quick look at the classifieds will tell job seekers that many employers expect a resume along with, or in place of, a job application.
Alarms
Evergreen Fire Department took to the hospital a young women who was having heart problems at Wal-Mart. The department also responded to a hit gas line later in the day.
Cats claw Dogs
Columbia Falls downs Whitefish to earn first playoff berth since 1992
Flathead County Sheriff's
A driver on Osborne Avenue also seemed to have left his manners at home. A woman complained that the man backed into her vehicle, became belligerent and refused to exchange information with her.
Kalispell Police
Kalispell Police Department took a call about a late husband who didn't show up to pick up his wife at the Kalispell Center Mall.
Whitefish Police
Whitefish Police Department had only traffic stops topping its list of crimes.
500 got flu shots this week
This week, the Flathead City-County Health Department staff vaccinated 500 more residents at high risk for the flu.
Bravettes fall in AA soccer playoffs
There was hope.
Christian authors hold book signing
Three Christian authors, including Kalispell writer Tricia Goyer, will be signing their new releases at Christian Book Supply in Kalispell on Oct. 30 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Braves meet challenge
Thursday, October 21
Man sentenced in felony endangerment case
A boy who nearly died in his father's care last year asked a judge Wednesday to let him resume contact with the man, whom he described as his "best friend."
Man cited for feeding bears, other wildlife
The Daily Inter Lake
All soccer, all the time
Flathead's Jelisa Guy never tires of playing the game
Hunters should be prepared for an unexpected night out
Heather L. Yadon, 52, of Rollins
Heather L. Yadon, 52, of Rollins; formerly of Lewiston, N.Y., died Monday, Oct. 18, 2004, under the loving care of her family and Niagara Hospice at her mother's home in Lewiston.
Montana guardsmen finish mission other unit refused in Iraq
'When you're given an order, you do your job'
Local nonprofit group adds adoption services
A local humanitarian organization had added "adoption agency" to its list of services.
Museum display focuses on link between Glacier, railroad
A new display at Kalispell's Museum at Central School takes visitors on an elegant ride aboard the Great Northern Railway to Glacier National Park circa the early 1900s.
Protect hunting, fishing heritage
Threats to Montana's hunting and fishing heritage are likely to come from urban areas outside the state.
Wednesday, October 20
Housing developments discussed
Whitefish planning board meets Thursday.
Whitefish Police
Whitefish police took a report from a resident on Wisconsin where a bear got into garbage and ate a hot-tub cover. Another bear loped towards the sports complex on Montana 40.
Reduced Bigfork project up for vote
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Hilliard breaks loose for career bests vs. Eagles
Montana's Lex Hilliard had a breakout performance at Eastern Washington on Saturday.
Kalispell pool fees may not increase
Council reviews Woodland Water Park revenue shortage
Obituaries, October 20, 2004
Kenneth Edward Caverly, 73, passed away Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004, at his residence at Bigfork.
Project 7 case reaches satisfying end
Six people notified court they will plead guilty.
Flathead County Sheriff
A bicyclist found an angry Elk Street resident's threatening bark was almost worse than his dogs' bites. He called Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
Lawsuit filed over uses of Courthouse East
Kalispell is heading to court over the future of the old Courthouse East building.
MSU QB receives national recognition
Montana State's latest heart-stopping comeback win has earned quarterback Travis Lulay national recognition a day after receiving conference honors.
Whitefish ready to annex railroad land
Annexation is the right step, regardless of its effect on the proposed trail.
Smith Valley fire department went to a slash burn on Vonderheide Lane.
Alarms
Columbia Falls Police
Columbia Falls police arrested a man for DUI on U.S. 2 Monday night.
Candidates face off in debate
Denis Cofer, Joe Brenneman differ on sales taxes, they promise to be uniters.
Selin selected for hall of fame
Will be inducted Thursday at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy
Tuesday, October 19
Tuesday
NorthWestern Energy efficiency experts demonstrate media weatherization techniques, tips and recommendations, 11 a.m., Nurturing Center, 146 Third Ave. W., Kalispell. Contact Claudia Rapkoch at 406-497-2841.
Witness removes himself from Dasen list
The Daily Inter Lake
Obituaries, October 19, 2004
Lavenia G. Barney Spencer, 92
Some seek acupuncture for pain relief
Sandra Blea didn't flinch as Steve Martinez inserted tiny needles in areas around her swollen wrist.
Houses decorated with paintballs
As if the change of seasons doesn't provide enough color, someone continues to splat houses with red, pink and orange paintballs.
Upper part of Sun Road closes for season
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Alarms
Kalispell fire department had four calls. One was to a vehicle accident on Whitefish Stage Road Sunday afternoon. No one went to the hospital.
Ready to spend some quality time outdoors this winter?
If you normally hibernate from November through March it might be time to try something different. It's never too late to learn to snowshoe, cross-country or downhill ski and find out for yourself why so many people love winter.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who allegedly assaulted a woman and her boyfriend on Montana 209. The man was reportedly armed, but a woman got the firearm away from him.
Whitefish Police
Whitefish police took reports of bears - or a mobile bear - on Colorado Avenue and Barkley Lane.
Project 7 defendants to plead guilty
The last of six people accused of federal weapons violations with a paramilitary group called Project 7 are expected to plead guilty.
It's time for game wardens to get tough
They call it a "hip pocket" law that game wardens should only use when absolutely necessary - namely, citations for illegally feeding bears or other wildlife.
Monday, October 18
Staff and wire reports
Diana Kerry, sister of Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry, will be in Pablo from noon to 2:30 p.m. today as part of a campaign swing through Montana.
Affordable housing tops Whitefish agenda
Voluntary affordable housing incentives tops the list of items the Whitefish City Council will discuss Monday night.
Flathead Land Trust wraps up major project
This time, the MHP car was in the wreck
Kalispell police and the Kalispell Fire Department went to the intersection of Main Street and Idaho Avenue when a Montana Highway Patrol car and another vehicle collided. No one had to go to the hospital, but two trucks came to haul both cars away.
CORA AGNES ORNDORFF, 89
Cora Orndorff, 89, "went to be with Jesus" on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2004, at the Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell from congestive heart failure.
Sewer issues, pool fees come before council
The Kalispell City Council will reconsider a previous decision related to sewage treatment service north of Evergreen during tonight's regular meeting.
Sheila Bowen finds her niche
Sunday, October 17
Lawsuit questions cluster subdivision requirements
Elam shows off a large shaggy mane.
Fantastic fall for fungi
International car parts deal suspect
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office heard from a man who became suspicious when a potential car parts customer wanted to buy the parts with someone else's credit card and have them shipped to Nigeria.
Today
The 19th annual Glacier Arts and Crafts Show, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Izaak Walton Inn, Essex.
Carter, Wildkats stomp Belgrade
COLUMBIA FALLS - When it rains, it pours.
A little of this, a little of that
This week's top 10:
Lois Winifred Ferrell, 79
Lois Winifred Ferrell, 79, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2004, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
'Meating' of the minds
We turned to the Food Network last month just in time to see two guys deep-frying coiled rattlesnake meat in a turkey fryer. It was part of the Wild Game Cook-off special, an afternoon of the top wild-game chefs gathered in Springville, Ala., for an afternoon of "grills gone wild."
A vote for the future of education
Some big-money decisions are facing voters in the Nov. 2 general election.
Whitefish spikers battle back to down Libby
WHITEFISH - There was no yelling. No one was chewed out. No one even raised a voice.
Summer rains stall local drought
Fuel reduction plan takes shape
An ambitious plan that will pave the way for forest-fire fuel reduction projects in the Flathead Valley is taking shape, and those involved want the public's input on areas that should be priorities.
Hennessy's slips quietly into Kalispell history
From Friday-night seafood buffets that were "beyond belief," to St. Patrick's Day parties more lavish than New Year's celebrations, Hennessy's Restaurant and Lounge was the place to be for many decades of Kalispell's history.
County copes with deluge of master plan amendments
It has been a remarkable year for Flathead County master plan amendments, with four more applications scheduled to go before the Flathead County Planning Board this month.
Saturday, October 16
Yard sale aids relief for refugees
Ruth and Sam Neff of Whitefish express their gratitude to all the North Valley residents who helped make their yard sale for refugee relief a success.
Workshop unites moms, daughters
A series of Flathead City-County Health Department workshops finds common ground to link mothers and daughters.
Columbia Falls graduate featured in Cosmo
Republican group backs Democrat
Three losing candidates in June's Republican primary for Flathead County commissioner are part of a political action committee that's committed, in the short term, to electing a Democrat.
Flathead County sheriff found a girl reported missing in Bigfork
Flathead County sheriff found a girl reported missing in Bigfork on Thursday evening. The 12-year-old girl was found unhurt. She was afraid to walk home because of bears in the area.
Columbia Falls police arrested a man who turned himself in for partner assault.
Columbia Falls police arrested a man who turned himself in for partner assault.
Ronan after first conference crowns in cross country
It's been nothing but Bigfork and Polson recently regarding the Northwest Conference cross country meet.
Flurry of motions filed in Dasen case
Lawyer asks for charges to be dimissed
Wildcats throttle Bigfork
COLUMBIA FALLS - In a season filled with positive milestones, the Columbia Falls Wildcats conquered an old demon Friday night, setting the stage to vanquish their biggest one yet.
Richard L. "Dick" Hertz
Richard L. "Dick" Hertz died peacefully on Oct. 14, 2004, at his home in Polson.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had 10 calls. The crew went to the hospital when burned popcorn activated an alarm and to Fifth Avenue West where a new stove produced smoke. At 1:30 a.m., Friday, the department sent an ambulance to Second Avenue East North, but a woman who was allegedly assaulted there didn't want help. Smith Valley and West Valley fire departments were also at a vehicle accident on U.S. 2 by Schwan's. Traffic was a problem, but no one was hurt.
Woman convicted in assault trial
The wife of a Flathead County commissioner was convicted late Thursday night of assaulting a sheriff's deputy and two other misdemeanors.
Final tuneup for state
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Friday, October 15
Today School District 5 and Flathead High School district board Transportation Committee meets at 7 a.m. at the district office.
Columbia Falls seventh annual rummage sale 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; 9 a.m. to noon, Oct. 16, Circle Plaza, across from the post office. Call Carol at 892-2072.
Murphy twins presumed dead in Alaska plane crash
The family may hold a memorial service in Washington state.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had six calls. An unattended slash fire at Legends Field was extinguished. The crew sent an ambulance to Fifth Avenue West, where a man fell from a duplex roof and to Smith's, where a woman suffered a medical problem.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report that every day, school children come and steal a woman's tip money at Mojo's Espresso.
Bear caught in back yard
Black bear was contained until state bear manager arrived.
Two get prison for smuggling marijuana
Marijuana found in a trailer at the Port of Piegan was worth $6 to $8 million.
Film on valley filled with tension, offers hope
Film features valley residents venting their frustrations over natural resource issues.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police issued a warrant after a domestic disturbance on Third Avenue West early Friday.
That's entertainment
Mark Nadler will sing, dance and play his way through a laugh-filled night of fun.
Idea: Let the debaters debate
Now that the debates are over, has everyone made up his or her mind?
Kalispell police
Kalispell police were called when a man on College Avenue learned something about good deeds. He had allowed a man to stay with him, but the guest wanted to make a permanent arrangement out of his host's hospitality.
Brenneman: 'I'm connected'
Jury still out in woman's assault trial
No verdict was determined by press time Thursday night.
Whitefish Police
Whitefish police officers arrested a 23-year-old man on an outstanding Kalispell warrant following an accident early Wednesday on Merdock Lane.
Lakeside marina grounded for a month
Following three hours of testimony, the Board decided to table the issue temporarily.
Obituaries
Kathryn Lee "Kathy" Andersen, 60, was "united with her Lord" early Thursday, Oct. 14, 2004. She passed away at her home after a three-month battle with cancer. During this difficult time her courage and faith were a witness to her friends and family who were with her during this time.
Thursday, October 14
Talented Trenchman
By DIXIE KNUTSON
Judith Lynn Fernandes,
Judith Lynn Fernandes, 51, passed away Oct. 8, 2004, at Colonial Manor in Whitefish due to liver disease.
Local doctors back tobacco tax initiative
By CANDACE CHASE
Columbia Falls police investigated an incident at Columbia Falls Junior High School
Columbia Falls police investigated an incident at Columbia Falls Junior High School in which a 14-year-old boy tried to pass off No-Doz as a different drug to four female students.
Debbie Marie Hedman
Debbie Marie Hedman of Kalispell passed away Oct. 12, 2004, at Brendan House in Kalispell, surrounded by her loving family.
Differing stories mark assault trial's opening
By CHERY SABOL
Whitefish Police
Whitefish police officers arrested a 23-year-old man on an outstanding Kalispell warrant following an accident early Wednesday on Merdock Lane.
Evidence piling up in Dasen case
By CHERY SABOL
Phyllis Ann Wicklund,
Phyllis Ann Wicklund, beloved mother, daughter and sister, "joined her creator" and loved ones gone before her, Monday, Oct. 11, 2004, at home in Kalispell of natural causes.
Turner lodge under construction
By Paul Boring
Polson puts ranking, unbeaten mark on the line
Pirates host Whitefish tonight in a key Northwest Conference football contest.
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Mary Elizabeth (Bruce) Rothweiler
Mary Elizabeth (Bruce) Rothweiler, 84, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2004, in a nursing home in Great Falls after an extended illness.
Disco ball lights up Westside
Kalispell Police heard from a Third Avenue West resident tired of revisiting the 1970s late Tuesday. The caller complained about light bouncing off a disco ball across the street and coming under her shades. Officers suggested she buy heavier shades. If that fails to solve the problem, they agreed to return to speak with the disco devotees across the street.
Wednesday, October 13
C-Falls sweeps division titles
Tuesday, October 12
County threatened with suit over its monument
A Washington, D.C., advocacy group called Americans United for Separation of Church and State sent the county a letter earlier this year that threatened litigation if the monument wasn't removed.
Bike-path plan falls through
Some landowners along the route, however, declined to grant the necessary easements.
Blocking, not record, excites Segars the most most
By ANDREW HINKELMAN
Fire victim a suspect in burglary
Could it be retribution for being a suspect in the theft of power-pole collectibles?
'Cats rebound from a disastrous first half
By ANDREW HINKELMAN
Ellamae P. Safford,
Ellamae P. Safford, 88, passed away Oct. 3, 2004, at her home in Kalispell.
Health office sets up plan for scarce flu shots
Public health nurse Elaine Sedlack said 1,000 doses will go to dialysis patients, pregnant women, and residents of nursing homes and assisted-living facilities.
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Marina comes before board
Montana Eagle Development proposes to renovate and expand the existing marina in Lakeside across from Bierney Creek Road.
Bison hunt not worth the trouble
Representatives of the Fund for Animals and the Buffalo Field Campaign have flat-out promised to raise a ruckus if the state proceeds with the bison hunt this winter.
Park rescue re-enacted
What happened Tuesday was a re-enactment filmed for a Discovery Channel program - and the re-enactment was not in Glacier Park, but at Kalispell Regional Medical Center and near Hubbart Dam southwest of Kalispell.
Monday, October 11
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Marjory Ann Dahlquist, 78
Marjory Ann Dahlquist, 78, died Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2004, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She was born Oct. 14, 1925, in Omaha, Neb., to Herbert and Gertrude (Houghton) McGavren.
Man reports second fire
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Sunday, October 10
Conlin's moving into Ernst site
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Bernadine A. "Grambo" Gietzen, 88
Bernadine Annette Gietzen, 88, of Kalispell, peacefully and joyfully "went home to Jesus" on Oct. 3, 2004. She died of congestive heart failure at her home.
What District 5 wants, and why
Finding a very difference comfort zone
For the comfort of those who receive too much junk mail…
Today
Lake County Democrats fund-raiser 12:30 p.m. Polson Elks Club. Chili dinner, entertainment, rifle raffle and silent auction. Guest speaker is Tracy Velazquez, candidate for U.S. House representative. Public welcome.
'Lights' hits and misses
As films go, "Friday Night Lights" is an above-average-to-very-good sports movie with a penchant for needless melodrama (though that is de rigueur in Hollywood) adapted from the book of the same name.
Don't bank on projected surplus
We think lawmakers did a fine job of balancing the budget last year. And we hope that even with a surplus laid before them, fiscal restraint will continue when they return to Helena this winter.
Guard your bank account information
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Grizzlies hold off ISU
MISSOULA - In a game filled with missed opportunities for both teams, it was fitting that the deciding plays came on a poorly thrown ball to the end zone and a blocked field goal.
PBS documentary debuts this week
Screenings will be followed by community discussion and questions answered by the filmmaker.
WITH PIX
Roman "Romey" P. Schwegel, 74, passed away on Oct. 7, 2004, at North Valley Hospital.
Big Sky uses fast start to top Flathead
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WHS boys win state golf
Polson girls finish 2nd, Whitefish girls 3rd
Friday, October 8
Polson rolls over C-Falls
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Saturday briefs
Group raises money for Mexico mission
Lois Ann Jandron
Lois Ann Jandron was born on May 10, 1934, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Yola and Odelon Broussard. Lois passed away "in the arms of God" and her soul mate Fred on Sept. 15, 2004, at 2:30 a.m. She was surrounded by her loved ones at home after an amazing and wonderful summer with pancreatic cancer.
Whitefish, Polson top state A golf play
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County gets more flu vaccine
People should not pass up an earlier opportunity to get a shot if available.
'Cats face winless Weber
By ANDREW HINKELMAN
Payback time for Griz
By ANDREW HINKELMAN
Two tales of honesty
By CAROL MARINO
Thursday, October 7
Check your brakes, remove your snakes?
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report of a brazen bear on West Lakeshore Drive
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report of a brazen bear on West Lakeshore Drive. The animal tore a door off a shed and then looked in the windows of a home. It was scared away, at least temporarily.
Business move turns into a passion for Libby woman
Kalispell fire department went to a vehicle accident on U.S. 93 South.
West Valley fire department was called to a smoke report on Three Mile Drive that turned out to be a stubble burn Tuesday. The department went to a gas leak that emptied a home at 4 a.m. Wednesday on Konley Drive.
Maxine Lamberson Robertson Lodinoff
Maxine Lamberson Robertson Lodinoff, 79, passed away on Oct. 5, 2004, at Colonial Manor in Whitefish.
Why does Flathead County lead state in hidden weapons?
Dupont speculated that the large number of sportsmen in the Flathead who buy and sell guns might drive up the number of concealed weapons permits because of that provision.
Bigfork teen faces new charge of vandalism
Patrick Larson, 18, has now been charged in connection with a Kalispell vandalism spree last month.
Two groups that sued to have bull trout listed under the Endangered Species
By JIM MANN
The Front is too precious to drill
That's why we and others want to make sure it is not sullied simply to improve the profit margin for some corporation that doesn't care about Montana or Montanans.
Officials huddle on flu shot shortage
Vaccine left after Tuesday's mass flu clinic will get distributed within the community based on risk and need.
Court Captains
Wednesday, October 6
Crash survivor to speak to media
According to a press release, Hogg will speak today only about the crash.
Rewarding win for Bobcats
Despite playing indoors during the evening which they weren't used to, the Bobcats won over Pocatello 17-13.
Bravettes slide on last day of AA golf
Tess Stevenson wound up third.
Municipal officials converge on Kalispell
The conference will be held at the WestCoast Outlaw Hotel today through Friday.
A restless mountain reawakens
"I don't know, I don't know where I'm a gonna go when the volcano blow."
Griz celebrate homecoming
The captains of the '54 team will be introduced in the first quarter of the game against Idaho State.
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Columbia Falls fire chief fired
The city manager said Nash was not the right fit for the job.
Highway bill delay slows Bigfork job
Two proposed projects in Whitefish and Kalispell also have been put on hold.
Gladys Margaret Sather Andersen
Gladys Margaret Sather Andersen, 84, passed away on Sunday Oct. 3, 2004, at her home in Kalispell.
Tuesday, October 5
Kalispell man accused of investment scam
A Kalispell man is alleged to have duped investors in the Flathead with investment scams called The Project and Tri-West Investment Club. On Monday, Montana State Auditor John Morrison said he ordered John Quist to stop selling what he calls illegal securities products.
Monday, October 4
The spittin' just made it worse
Two men in a car pulled over by Columbia Falls police didn't know when to leave well enough alone. They originally were pulled over at the corner of U.S. 2 and Nucleus Avenue, but the 22-year-old driver attempted to escape by driving away - and his truck struck the officer, who was not injured.
Madge V. Neville, 97
Madge V. Neville, 97, of Bigfork, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2004, at home. She was born on Jan. 22, 1907, in Livingston to Fred and Alice (Laffoon) Shadoan.
Law Roundup
A Ferndale resident, having noticed a bear and two cubs in the area as well as bear droppings in the yard, told Flathead County Sheriff's deputies he has a shrewd suspicion about what happened to a missing dog.
Cavers explore the secret world of the underground
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Teen injured in crash
A teenage boy hurrying to school Monday morning was critically injured after a crash on Lower Valley Road.
Flu found in Missoula
A case of Influenza A diagnosed in Missoula prompted local health officials to urge high-risk residents to get immunized at today's clinic in Kalispell.
David Somers Brewer, 94
David Somers Brewer, 94, died Wednesday Sept. 29, 2004, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. He was born Jan. 14, 1910, in Bozeman, to Dr. Albert David and Florence Belle (Somers) Brewer.
Amanda M. Skare, 91
Amanda M. Skare, 91, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2004, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She was born on Jan. 6, 1913, at Fairdale, N.D., the daughter of Andrew and Hilda (Anderson) Lofgren.
Kalispell man accused of investment scam
A Kalispell man is alleged to have duped investors in the Flathead with investment scams called The Project and Tri-West Investment Club. On Monday, Montana State Auditor John Morrison said he ordered Quist to stop selling what he calls illegal securities products.
Mt. St. Helens erupts
MOUNT ST. HELENS, Wash. (AP) - Mount St. Helens belched a thick plume of white steam and ash today,
County adjusts Whitefish Stage speed limit
The speed limits on Whitefish Stage Road and Three Mile Drive will be adjusted to make sure they're in line with county ordinances and safety considerations.
Sunday, October 3
Cinema closes for remodeling
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Carvers explore the secret world of the underground
This is the environment cavers seek - but they're not likely to tell where to find it.
Focus on miracle, not mistake
It was almost too much to absorb when two of five people survived a fatal plane crash last week in the Flathead, walking raggedly out of the woods a day after the wreck was called unsurvivable.
Victim advocates work without office
Zoe breaks record, but finishes 2nd at Sun Fair
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Columbia Falls next in line for planning boundary work
The commissioners' latest offer to Columbia Falls was hammered out last spring. It sat on the back burner over the summer while the county tried to work out an agreement with Whitefish, but came back to the front last week.
City Beach is getting a better boat launch
Chickens have nothing to fear but fear itself
Getting up-close and personal with our chickens - nine hens and two roosters - has led me to believe that fear is not what drives your average chicken.
Columbia Falls Aluminum Co. prepares to turn 50
The aluminum plant was built by Anaconda Copper Mining Co. and opened in 1955, helping to retain the work force gathered in Flathead County for construction of the Hungry Horse Dam.
Hertha Ann Moore
"was called peacefully into the arms of Jesus" on Sept. 16, 2004, at the age of 87.
Impressive record
This week's top 10:
Bad bounces for Bravettes, Braves
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Bruins bite FHS
Saturday, October 2
Bengals take advantage of FHS errors
The bad news started early - midway through the first quarter.
Pass happy Bengals will challenge Bobcats' secondary
More than 84 percent of ISU's offense is through the air.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office notified a game warden Monday
when a man's crocodile came up missing on Conrad Drive. The man believed
Kalispell police took a report from a woman who said a man
urinated in her yard in Northridge Heights and, when confronted, asked
Columbia Falls police arrested a teenager for possession of drug
paraphernalia at the high school.
Polson pounds Bigfork
Bigfork lost a conference game with a score of 37-7.
Kalispell fire department had nine calls. One was to a smoky
electrical short on East Center Street and one was to a smoking light
Griz limp into conference opener vs. winless Weber St.
For Weber State, the Wildcats are off to an 0-4 start (including 0-1 in the Big Sky).
Friday, October 1
Saturday briefs
Yoga donations benefit the Nurturing Center
Kalispell to Washington: Girls picked for People to People forum
Key grid matchups for second weekend of Northwestern A play
The second week of the Northwestern A conference football schedule is an important one. Teams that lost in the first week simply can't afford to drop to 0-2 and expect to make the playoffs with any amount of certainty.
Not registered to vote? Do it now
It's a crowded ballot facing voters in November, with choices for everything from U.S. president to county commissioner and ballot issues ranging from new schools to marriage amendments.
Smoke renews hope in plane search
Family members flew to Alaska to help in search of twins.
Board asked to approve and implement a "Sustained Yield"
The state Land Board wisely decided this week that there is no need to rush the people's business.
Braves face hot Bengal team
Flathead enters homecoming contest 1-3, Helena High 3-2
Mt. St. Helens erupts
Montessori teaches children to teach themselves
James Carrico, 81
James Carrico, 81, of Great Falls, retired railroad engineer, died Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2004, at a hospital in Great Falls.
