Saturday, April 30
Jackson Nicolas Kemm
Jackson Nicolas Kemm son of Nichole and Jake Kemm of Whitefish, was born April 23 at North Valley Hospital.He joins Ryan, 4.
Alexis Grace Nelson
Alexis Grace Nelson daughter of Ashley Bryan and Joe Nelson of Columbia Falls, was born April 23 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Kyler Maxwell Northrop
Kyler Maxwell Northrop son of Randy and Camie Northrop of Billings, was born March 27 at Billings Deaconess Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Swap meet ahead at Lakeside School
The fifth annual West Shore Spring Thaw Swap-O-Rama opens its doors at 8 a.m. today at Lakeside School.
Births
Kyler Maxwell Northrop, son of Randy and Camie Northrop of Billings, was born March 27 at Billings Deaconess Hospital.
Spring work: labor of love
"On Sunday, April 10, I witnessed one of the greatest outpourings of love and friendship, writes Bud Lee of Kalispell. Lee and his wife Patti are neighbors of Bill and Judy Perry.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had three calls - all for medical problems.
today
Fifth annual Swap-O-Rama, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lakeside School. New and used items up for sale. Sponsored by Somers/Lakeside PTA. Call Lauri at 844-2511.
Records up for grabs at A.R.M.
It might be easier to just list the events that are safe when it comes to possible record-setting performances today at the eighth annual A.R.M. Invitational track meet in Whitefish.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested two 16-year-old boys Friday for allegedly setting a fire near Talbot Road with lighter fluid. They are charged with criminal mischief. A similar fire was set earlier this week near Western Building center. It is still under investigation.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a man Thursday night for allegedly assaulting a skateboarder on Central Avenue.
Bank embezzler gets 4 months, must pay $759,000
A Kalispell woman was sentenced Friday to 40 months in jail and ordered to pay back $759,000 she embezzled from First Interstate Bank over a period of seven years.
From Bigfork to Broadway
Sports
The 15th anniversary of Raceway Park will feature the addition of two new race classes, the absence of NASCAR's development league, and some important changes in the presentation of racing, most notably a commitment to finishing at a reasonable hour.
Flathead County Sheriff
People who found unlikely places for repose Friday didn't welcome a lot of questions from Flathead County Sheriff's Office deputies. A woman on U.S. 93, north of Twin Bridges Road was reportedly uncooperative with officers and said there was nothing wrong; she was just resting. A man lying in a ditch on Seventh Avenue West North, north of Idaho Street, said he had found a place to enjoy the sunshine.
Plows closing in on summit
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In a grueling, four-hour cross examination
In a grueling, four-hour cross examination on Friday, Kalispell attorney George Best strongly challenged the credibility of a prosecution witness in the money-for-sex trial of a Kalispell businessman.
Friday, April 29
Arthur Henry "Art" Green
Arthur Henry "Art" Green, Esquire, "boarded the Railway to Heaven" April 17, 2005, "On Time."
Jean Caciari, 84
Jean Caciari, 84, of Whitefish, passed away of natural causes on Sunday, April 24, 2005, at the North Valley Hospital In Whitefish.
Alice Lucille Moen, 84
Alice Lucille Moen, 84, was born July 11, 1920, in Polson to Irvin and Lois Sturm. She died April 26, 2005, in her home at Kalispell. The Sturm family lived in Valley View during Alice's early years. Alice's father operated construction equipment for the large dam building projects in Montana and Washington and the family followed that job trail; living first in eastern Montana and then Washington state. Alice graduated from high school in Spokane and then attended Kinman Business College.
Republicans sound off over session spending
A horde of Republican lawmakers swept through Kalispell Thursday, delivering a message of frustration over spending in the recently concluded legislative session, along with continued criticism of Gov. Brian Schweitzer.
'He said he'd do me a favor Â…'
If I did him a favor'
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police are investigating a report of a theft at a business.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had nine calls for medical problems.
'Dogs' Peck hurls one-hitter
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Ellen Margueritta Loos Giesey, 92
Ellen Margueritta Loos Giesey, 92, passed away at home on the family farm Tuesday, April 26, 2005, in Kalispell.
Burns upset over late changes in asbestos measure
Judiciary committee adjourns without decision
Whitefish boys post easy net win
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New event center nearly completed
Work on the new Flathead County Fairgrounds events center should be completed this week, although it won't be available for rent until the end of August.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police are investigating a report that a large man followed a 10-year-old boy out of the restroom at the mall recently and has appeared several times since, near a neighbor's house and in front of the boy's home, trying to talk to his sister.
Flathead Sheriff
Flathead Sheriff's Office was called Wednesday night to U.S. 93 near Lakeside, where a 19-year-old man called for help from 12 feet up a tree. He was fearful that people were after him and had a sense of foreboding. Somers fire department was asked to bring a ladder truck and Lakeside Quick Response Unit was notified. The man climbed down after his father arrived and they were referred to help.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police went to a bar fight outside the Hideout Wednesday night. No one was arrested.
Gwenith L. Moen, 81
Gwenith L. Moen, 81, passed away on April 26, 2005, at Brendan House in Kalispell after a short battle with lung cancer. Gwen was born in Chester to George and Martha Ross on Sept. 14, 1923. She was the sixth of seven children. In 1936 she moved with her family to Rexford, and graduated from Lincoln County High School in Eureka in 1941.
Miracle worth another thank-you
A little boy and the doctor who helped save his life were magnetized Saturday night, unable to move away from each other for very long.
Thursday, April 28
George Harold Holt
George Harold Holt passed away April 21, 2005, at the Heritage Place in Kalispell.
Today
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill meets 12:30-2 p.m. at The Summit, conference room one. Videos on manic depression and major depression will be shown. Open to the public.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a man for DUI on the Truck Route Wednesday morning.
Spring brings lots of fishing fun
It's springtime in Northwest Montana, so there are many choices for a fishing and hunting adventure this weekend.
Kalispell Police
A man called Kalispell Police Department Tuesday night to say someone had kicked open the back door of his house. He was having dinner at a restaurant, he said, but hoped that afterwards, an officer would go to the house and make sure it was safe, as previously, a man had hidden inside and attacked him. No one was found lurking in the home.
Keeping the tradition alive
Imagine those ancient tribal rituals where secrets to the hunt were passed on around roaring fires, or the secrets were written on the walls of caves.
Renewed focus on crafting county growth policy begins in May
After a hiatus of several months, the Flathead County Planning Board is set to resume its efforts to update and revise the county growth policy.
Imagine those ancient tribal rituals
Imagine those ancient tribal rituals where secrets to the hunt were passed on around roaring fires, or the secrets were written on the walls of caves.
Child molester leaves area in deal with prosecutors
A child molester arrested for allegedly giving false information when he registered as a sex offender in Kalispell will leave the state, according to terms of an agreement with prosecutors.
Jurors hear two views of Dasen case
A jury will have to decide whether Kalispell businessman Dick Dasen Sr. was a predator who exploited desperate women or a generous man who was taken advantage of by schemers.
Bison range waking up for spring
The weather is getting warmer, the balsamroot are opening their bright yellow blossoms and meadowlarks are singing their hearts out.
Zoning, annexation the next step in land deal
The Tri-City Planning Office expects to receive an application by May 2 for a zoning change and annexation request involving the pending transfer of 25 acres of Flathead Valley Community College land to Philip Harris, owner of Signature Theatres.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's Office was called about an amorous couple under the bridge on the Rails to Trails path. They were gone when officers arrived.
Paul V. Ward, 80
Paul V. Ward, 80, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had nine calls. No one was hurt in a vehicle crash on Grandview Drive Tuesday evening, but a boy was injured in an accident later on Whitefish Stage Road. Evergreen fire department and highway patrol were also needed there. A gas spill resulted from an accident on Fourth Avenue West North Wednesday. A woman was hurt in a vehicle/pedestrian accident Wednesday afternoon on First Avenue West.
Officers detail chronology of case
Prosecutors opened their case against businessman Dick Dasen Sr. on Wednesday with testimony from two Kalispell police officers and by introducing a series of items as evidence.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a 15-year-old boy and a 13-year-old for assault and a 15-year-old boy for disorderly conduct at Central School Wednesday.
Wednesday, April 27
Lyle Alton Blackburn, 51
Lyle Alton Blackburn, 51 , passed away Sunday, April 24, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report from a Park Avenue women who said someone called her and claimed to be her neighbor years ago. The woman was skeptical. Maybe she heard about how many supposedly long-lost neighbors have turned up in the Flathead Valley recently, calling elderly people in what police believe is the making of a scam.
ALARMS
Kalispell fire department had eight calls.
Planners preserve farm zoning
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Jury selected; Dasen trial begins today
A jury selected on Tuesday begins its duty today in the prostitution trial of Kalispell businessman Dick Dasen Sr.
Asbestos bill sees changes
As the fate of a federal asbestos compensation bill hangs in the balance, proponents of special provisions for Libby asbestos victims are working to ensure a full Libby "fix" remains in the bill.
Carolyn Ruth McClellan, 73
Carolyn Ruth McClellan, 73 , of Polson, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2005, at Community Medical Center, Missoula.
Evergreen people meet to map out future
The Evergreen Business and Property Owners Association will sponsor a community meeting Saturday to address the question, "What next, Evergreen?"
Today
Evergreen School District board meets at 6:30 a.m. in the administration building boardroom.
Search halted for man missing in lake
The search was canceled Tuesday for a man believed to have drowned in Flathead Lake.
Flathead County Sheriff
Authorities responded Tuesday afternoon when a man called for help, saying he had been shot in the head. Flathead County Sheriff's Office raced to Moose Crossing RV Park in Marion, where the man said he heard a gunshot before his head was grazed by something. Marion and Kalispell Fire Department ambulances responded. The Kalispell crew took the 39-year-old man to the hospital for a minor injury. Investigation continues.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police went to a fight on 11th Street West Monday night. Two 21-year-old men were arrested for possession of drugs. One was also charged with disorderly conduct and the other was charged with obstructing an officer and resisting arrest. Later, after a report of three young men acting suspiciously in a vehicle in town, another man was identified as someone who allegedly ran from the fight and he was arrested, too.
Convicted killer facing jail time again
A man who was sentenced to 16 years in 1994 for killing a man over a pool game was back in court Tuesday.
How new legislation hits home
The great school funding debate dominated the 2005 Legislature, but there was plenty of other legislative action that will have direct or indirect effects on the Flathead Valley.
Tuesday, April 26
Mary Magdalen Kalla Nathe, 97
Mary Magdalen Kalla Nathe, 97, of Kalispell died peacefully, surrounded by her family on April 24, 2005, at the Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell.
North Valley Hospital to keep critical-access status
A Medicare ruling issued Monday will let North Valley Hospital keep its critical-access designation and proceed with plans for a new hospital south of Whitefish.
Whitefish police were called to Central Avenue on Monday evening when horses were found tied up outside the Remington bar.
They were found to be OK outside the corral but made a mess in the street. The owner was given a shovel and was told to clean up and then take the animals home.
Marie E. Smith, 86
Marie E. Smith, 86, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2005, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a report from First Avenue East North where a resident said a drunken man riding a bike appeared and walked into the house. Later, there were signs of a forced entry to the garage.
Governor goes into post-session mode
Tuesday
Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., today and April 27 at Flathead High School.
Flathead County Sheriff
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office was involved in a dispute between two women on Sager Lane Sunday night, when one woman said she moved out of their house and the other wouldn't give her clothes without $400 for the next month's rent. Threats ensued. They decided to work it out.
Owens & Hurst buyout?
Possible sale of Eureka mill in the works as Owens & Hurst Lumber Co. employees ponder their choices for the future, potential is developing for the Eureka mill to be sold to an out-of-state company that is interested in importing and processing hardwoods.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police were called to Central Avenue on Monday evening when horses were found tied up outside the Remington bar.
Donald "Don" McClarty, 81
Donald "Don" McClarty, 81, passed away on April 23, 2005, in Kalispell at Healthcenter Northwest.
Dasen jury selection moving slowly
By the end of a long day Monday, no one had been seated on the jury in the prostitution trial of Dick Dasen Sr.
Monday, April 25
Life comes down to tow things for Diane Slobojan
For Diane Slobojan, life comes down to two things.
Flathead County Sheriff
A man apparently unclear on the concept of "normal business hours," dumped a wrecked vehicle by the side of the entrance to the landfill Saturday afternooon when he was informed that the facility was closed for the day. Flathead County Sheriff's Office made contact with the suspect, who agreed to pick up the vehicle and return with it at a more appropriate time.
Motorcyclist killed in crash
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Whitefish Police
Whitefish Police responded to a report of criminal mischief on Central Avenue Sunday morning. Someone removed and destroyed a business sign.
Bigfork restores vintage fire engine
The faithful horses that used to pull it are long gone, but Bigfork's 1899 fire engine endures.
Child reunited with saviors
Kalispell police
A full day ahead of the full moon, Kalispell police received a report Sunday morning of two young men tipping over a portable toilet in the parking lot of a store on U.S. 93 North. Both suspects made a clean getaway.
Edgerton health problems alleged
The husband of an Edgerton Elementary School teacher alleges the school has mice, roof leaks and that many staff suffer from allergies that disappear outside the building.
Sunday, April 24
David "Davey" Pruter, 62
David "Davey" Pruter, 62, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 22, 2005. Dave lived in the Whitefish community.
Anna Kristin Meredith Larson, 2
Anna Kristin Meredith Larson, 2, "passed into the loving arms of the Lord," Thursday, April 21, 2005, surrounded by her loving family at their home in Kalispell.
Helen Kathryn Gilligan, 85
Helen Kathryn Gilligan, 85, died on Thursday, April 21, 2005, after a long illness, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
An expensive legislative session
From Gov. Brian Schweitzer's standpoint, the recently concluded legislative session has to be considered a resounding success. But from the taxpayer's standpoint, it may someday be mainly remembered as an expensive session.
FHS splits twin bill
Flathead softball coach Dale Beerman had a question for the Bravettes after the fifth inning of the second game of Saturday's Class AA doubleheader.
Getting drafty
This week's top 10, compiled while fighting the urge to kick in the TV after the Bears passed on Mike Williams:
Today
Columbia Falls Kiwanis Mountain Madness Motocross event Hungry Horse Motocross track. Registration 6-9 p.m. April 23, 6:30-8 a.m. Race time 8 a.m. Admission $7, adults; children 12 and under accompanied by a parent, free; Call 892-7283 or 892-1000.
Kalispell council considers building-permit fee increase
Kalispell building-permit fees could increase 55 percent by July, depending on what the City Council decides Monday.
Summit runner pulls double duty
Student gets a chance to make up a school snow day by competing in annual 5K run
Kalispell Police
Two people were arrested by Kalispell Police in the 600 block of Seventh Avenue West Friday and both charged with Partner/Family Member Assault.
Dirt-bike jumping area proposed for Whitefish park
A Whitefish mountain-bike club is making plans for a dirt-bike jumping facility, but the project ultimately needs City Council approval to move forward.
Dasen cash-for-sex trial begins Monday
Some of the story of the trial of Dick Dasen Sr. is better told in numbers than in words.
What's the bottom line?
Commissioners approving tax breaks, but how much money is at stake?
Rebekah Jayne Hall Nielsen, 24
Rebekah Jayne Hall Nielsen, 24, of Kalispell, died in Lake County on U.S. 93 the evening of April 21, 2005, from a vehicle accident.
Can you give up one week of tube time?
No matter what else you may have planned today, you'd best cancel all outings and plant your kids in front of the television.
Land swap on FVCC agenda
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Kalispell bypass project still years away
For anyone who's eagerly awaiting construction of the U.S. 93 bypass west of Kalispell, no news isn't necessarily good news.
Flathead County Sheriff
Early Saturday morning, Flathead County Sheriff's Office responded to a call from a woman reporting that a man under the influence of road rage had fired five shots at her vehicle. The woman said she didn't know the suspect, but that he had been tailgating her. The suspect's vehicle was last seen parked on the east side of Old Steel Bridge on Homestead Road, but deputies did not locate the man.
Glacier National Park Seeks Public Comment on TV Translator Project
The National Park Service is seeking public comments on a proposal to renew a special use permit for a television translator at Apgar Lookout near West Glacier in Glacier National Park.
Alarms
Kalispell Fire Department responded to 12 calls.
Saturday, April 23
Erik Paul Rocksund, 55
Erik Paul Rocksund, 55, died on Wednesday, April 20, 2005; peacefully at his home north of Columbia Falls, after a heroic battle with cancer.
Marlin R. Brackney
Memorial services for Marlin R. Brackney will be held Saturday, May 7, 2005, at 1 p.m. at the Mission Valley Elks Lodge #1695 in Polson, followed by a potluck luncheon.
Autism: A coalition of caring
New parents generally are hopeful, optimistic people.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police checked out a man at Holiday Inn Express who aroused suspicion by saying odd things about money and buffalo skulls in his backpack, and how many dead people he has seen. Officers learned that he is wanted on a warrant for assault from Washington and arrested him.
Commissioner's daughter killed in accident
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Fund-raisers to help pay for autism training
Step By Step preschool and child care organized a pair of fund-raisers to help a Kalispell family cover costs for educational training about autism.
The lucky winner of the ninth annual raffle drawing for the Dreambuilders Playhouses will be chosen today at 3 p.m. at the Kalispell Center Mall.
Parade of Children planned at mall
Bulldogs suffer first setback in softball
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Eldin R. Butts, 79
Eldin R. Butts, 79, a lifelong Eureka resident, died Tuesday, April 19, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report from a woman on Talent Lane who said her ex-husband ran into her with his vehicle, hurting her hip.
Kalispell police
Thefts reported to Kalispell police include $5,000 to $6,000 in jewelry stolen five or six years ago on Fourth Avenue East North. Also reported stolen were a debit card that has been used in Florida, prescription medicine missing on Liberty Street, and $2,200 and a silver pocket watch, missing also from Liberty Street.
Flathead should be construction-free zone this summer
For the first time in several years, local drivers will enjoy largely construction-free roadways this summer, with no major highway jobs planned in Flathead County.
Today
The public is invited to "Clean the 'Fork" 8 a.m. to noon. Pancake and ham breakfast provided by Flathead Bank at 8 a.m. Bring brooms, flat shovels and rakes. Wear gloves and appropriate clothing. Call the Bigfork Chamber at 837-5888.
Good start for FHS in tennis
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Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took a report from a man who parked his truck on Beth Road, where children with rocks used it for target practice.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had nine calls. Two people went to the hospital from a motorcycle crash on Foy's Canyon Road, where highway patrol and Smith Valley fire department also responded. There were minor injuries in a vehicle crash on Woodland Drive Friday afternoon.
Some flower power helps good cause
Daffodils have begun popping up across the valley lately, but last month the spring harbingers could be seen sprouting from blue glass vases at workplaces and any number of institutions.
Friday, April 22
Rivalry win for Whitefish
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A highway plan that includes making two key Whitefish streets into one-way thoroughfares is the focus of a state highway department open house Tuesday in Whitefish.
Misfortune turns into 'blessing'
For a Kalispell family, what started out as an unfortunate incident has turned out to be a blessing in disguise.
Bed tax brings relief to hospitals
Hospital officials across Northwest Montana breathed a sigh of relief Wednesday when the Legislature approved an amended version of hospital bed tax legislation.
Farm Road dust raised complaints
Paul Abel told the Flathead County Health Board Thursday that trucks bearing Bigfork sewer sludge have created a health threat from dust on Farm Road in the lower valley.
Speakers address two sides of Lewis-Clark expedition
Lewis and Clark experiences will take center stage at two programs next week at The Museum at Central School in Kalispell.
What's wrong with accountability?
Gov. Schweitzer exercised his first veto late in the just-ended legislative session, and frankly we are left a bit puzzled by it.
Friday
Somers School District offers developmental screening for 0-3-year-olds; and speech and language screening for 3-5 year-olds not enrolling in kindergarten, 8:30 to 11 a.m., Lakeside Elementary School. Call 844-2208 for an appointment.
Ruby Evelyn (Chaffee) Haugen
Ruby Evelyn (Chaffee) Haugen peacefully passed "to heaven" April 19, 2005, in Kalispell.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had eight calls. One was to U.S. 93 south where someone suffered a seizure on the highway and went to the hospital. Someone with a bleeding head wound at Home Depot refused a ride to the hospital.}
Plow crews making headway on Going-to-the-Sun Road
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Whitefish police
Gangs of bears are traveling around the City Beach area, prompting calls to Whitefish police from residents and leading to citations for some residents. Two black bears were seen at City Beach, four were spotted on Pine Lane, and other reports, including one of a sow with cubs, came from Waverly Place, Dakota Avenue, and other locations. Police are enforcing a city ordinance that requires residents to keep garbage locked up except during trash pick-up. Some residents have received two warnings; a batch of citations is due to follow.
Bike paths making connections
Construction began this week on the latest segment of the Great Northern Historical Rail-Trail bike path west of Kalispell, one of several new bike trails scheduled to be built in the valley this year.
Kalispell police
A woman driving on Sixth Avenue West North was found to be distraught, not drunk. But a woman on Fifth Avenue East was charged with DUI by Kalispell police.
Thursday, April 21
Olga Braaten Rhoads, 93
Olga Braaten Rhoads, 93, of Kalispell, passed away on April 19, 2005, at the Heritage Place in Kalispell.
Ruth Maxine (Honey) Mildren, 85
Ruth Maxine (Honey) Mildren, 85, of Kalispell, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2005, after battling a terminal illness for several months.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's Office were called to Turtle Bay in Lakeside where a 12-year-old boy reportedly tore apart the time-out room at a youth facility.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had nine calls. One was to a vehicle rollover a mile west of Kila Wednesday morning. Marion ambulance and Smith Valley fire department also responded.
Canyon community on right track
A crowd of Badrock Canyon residents wants to clean up the community's image.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a woman after another woman was assaulted on A Street Wednesday.
Agency plans new fish hatchery near Bigfork
The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Department is taking bids for the construction of a new fish hatchery north of Bigfork near the Flathead River.
Voters allow sewer expansion in Bigfork
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Two survive fiery plane crash
Two men survived the crash of their small plane Wednesday afternoon at Glacier Park International Airport north of Kalispell.
Central School gets national nutrition nod
Central School in Whitefish made it happen in national nutrition circles recently.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a report from a resident on Third Avenue West who was suspicious about an encounter at her home. Another woman called her and said she was an old neighbor, who wanted to pay a visit. Later, a woman in a motorcycle helmet and boots, tan corduroy pants and a sheep skin coat showed up, triggering trepidation but not a single memory from the resident.
Planning board split on Courthouse East
Neighbors' opinions on a proposal for the old Courthouse East building were split Tuesday night - and so was the Kalispell Planning Board.
Costco project is back on track
Since the demise of legislation that would have taxed "big box" stores in Montana, plans for a bigger Costco store north of Kalispell are back on track, a company executive said Wednesday.
Today
Somers School District 2005-2006 kindergarten registration 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, and noon to 4 p.m. Friday, Lakeside Elementary School. Students must by 5 years old by Sept. 10 to register.
Monica L. Peterson, 81
Monica L. Peterson, 81, passed away on Tuesday, April 19, 2005, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Swan Lake subdivision review is put on hold
The Lake County Commission has postponed its review of a controversial condominium development surrounding the historic Kootenai Lodge at the head of Swan Lake.
Wednesday, April 20
Suzanne A. Hondius, 54
Suzanne A. Hondius, 54, of Kalispell, died April 13, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Dr. Winston K. Mebust
Dr. Winston K. Mebust, who was chair of urology at the University of Kansas Medical Center from 1974 to 1999, "went to be with the Lord" on April 10, 2005, in Sarasota, Fla.
Edith B. (Emmert) Rohde, 79
Edith B. (Emmert) Rohde, 79, of Pendleton, Ore., formerly of Kalispell passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2005, at St. Mary's hospital in Walla Walla, Wash.
Evergreen sewer decision delayed
The Flathead County commissioners took no action Tuesday on a proposed zoning text amendment that would make it possible for Evergreen to locate a sewage treatment plant next to two schools.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police found the solution to a years-old crime when a woman bought some speakers from a pawn shop and discovered identification and credit cards inside one of them. The owner had reported the items stolen from his vehicle years ago.
Flathead County Sheriff
A fired plumber and his wife allegedly made threats on Stillwater Road, according to a report from Flathead County Sheriff's Office..
Today
MOMS (Mothers Offering Moms Support), 9:30-11:30 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 400 W. California St., Kalispell. Rev. Darold Reiner of the Church at Creston discusses " Twelve Rules for Raising Delinquent Children." Child care provided. Call 257-LOVE (5683).
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had seven calls. No one involved in a bike accident on Park Place and Woodland Avenue wanted medical attention Monday. A man reported unconscious at the Aero Inn was only sleeping.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police responded to Columbia Avenue where a brazen but tame, flower-eating bunny has been vandalizing a garden.
Marjorie Maxine Palmerton Absalonson, 82
Marjorie Maxine Palmerton Absalonson, 82, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2005, at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell.
Bravettes take two
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Joy's RBI keeps 'Dogs perfect undefeated
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Saga of school funding not done yet
It's easy to share the frustration of local school superintendents over the Legislature's failure to solve the toughest issue on the state's table - developing a reliable and effective funding formula for Montana schools.
Deer Park plans playground upgrade
Lakers stress conditioning
Legwork, more legwork and for good measure, a little more legwork.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police calmed down a woman at Good Medicine Pharmacy who was irate about a prescription.
Clues sought in man's death
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office hopes someone here knew Todd William Schwartz, 41, of Lebanon, Tenn.
Tours of landfill offered
The Flathead County Landfill will provide tours to local schools and organizations beginning today through the month of May.
Tuesday, April 19
Marjorie Maxine Palmerton Absalonson, 82
Marjorie Maxine Palmerton Absalonson, 82, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2005, at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell.
Marcene A. Iverson, 67, of Great Falls, formerly of Kalispell, a retired bookkeeper, died of a pulmonary embolism at her home on Saturday morning, April 16, 2005.
Cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at a later date at the First English Lutheran Church.
Human skull found near Bigfork
Sheriff's deputies are investigating a human skull found east of Bigfork on Sunday.
Big word trips up Columbia Falls speller
A local spelling whiz wound up in a four-way tie for second in the state spelling bee.
Septic firm faces legal action
The state is seeking a permanent injunction against a local septic pumping firm because of alleged septic disposal and record-keeping violations.
'Social timber sale' project back on track
A Foothill Road timber sale has achieved renewed priority for the state.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police officers investigated a report from a woman who alleged money was stolen from her purse while she was visiting a patient at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies investigated a theft of wedding rings from a residence on Gordon Avenue. A niece was suspected of the crime.
Tuesday
AARP Seniors two day Driver Safety Program 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., today and April 21, The Summit, Kalispell. Instructor is Jim Scalf. Cost is $10. Call 751-4500.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police investigated a privacy in communication complaint from a person on Fifth Street who said a distant relative was making telephone threats.
ALARMS
Kalispell fire and ambulance responded to six calls for assistance from ill people Monday.
Monday, April 18
Alarms
Kalispell fire department responded to 16 alarms.
Columbia Falls council meets tonight
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Flathead County sheriff
A report of "stuff on the highway" on Montana 35 Saturday afternoon turned out to be the right stuff for Flathead County sheriff's deputies who made sure that the spilled stuff 'd1 which turned out to be stuffed animals 'd1 was carefully stuffed back into the offending vehicle.
Whitefish council mulls skate-park contribution
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Letting the chips fall where they may
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Grizzlies' naming rights are up for bids
Montana's hottest sister act is once again grabbing national headlines.
Kalispell council to deal with zoning issues
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Kalispell police
Kalispell police responded to a call Saturday night from Canvas Back Court regarding a pit bull who was chasing a woman's kids. The dog was last seen heading West on Teal Drive. The children were seen at home.
Sunday, April 17
Kathryn Bess Wamsley, 80
Kathryn Bess Wamsley, 80, passed away, after fighting a courageous battle with cancer, on Wednesday, April 13, 2005, at her home in Kalispell.
Clyde von Bargen, 84
Clyde von Bargen passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2005. He was a decent hard working man who had experienced a full life of 84 years.
Richard D. Price, 76
Richard D. Price, 76, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2005, at his home in Kalispell.
Joyce Arleen Forsythe, 75
Joyce Arleen Forsythe, 75, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Jacqueline Alice "Jac" Brewer, 91
Jacqueline Alice "Jac" Brewer, 91, of Lakeside, and Glacier Park, died peacefully Tuesday, April 12, 2005, at her home in Lakeside, of age-related causes.
Larry L. Green, 62
Larry L. Green "entered into Heaven" on April 14, 2005 at his home at the age of 62.
Deer Park seeks school levy
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Law Roundup
An early morning traffic stop on Spokane Avenue resulted in the arrest of a 29-year old female for a DUI.
Let Freedom ring
C. Falls' new Freedom Bank opens in temporary quarters
Theodore William Alcott, 55
Theodore William Alcott passed away in Kalispell, on April 2, 2005, at age 55.
Courthouse East plan up for hearing
With a new set of plans and owners, the old Courthouse East property heads back to the Kalispell City Planning Board on Tuesday night.
Pain at the pump felt widely
Fuel prices are going up, up, up - and so is the sense of helplessness for those facing the escalating costs.
My life as a gymnast was brief
Last week's photographs of the USA Regional Gymnastics Championships in Whitefish brought back memories of my days as a gymnast.
Ken D. Solum, 50
Ken D. Solum, 50, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2005, at HealthCenter Northwest in Kalispell, strong in his faith that he was going home to be with his Lord and Savior.
School leaders disappointed with legislation
Several changes in store for 2006 elections
The Flathead County Election Department is preparing for several major changes over the next year, including the introduction of an electronic vote-counting device that should provide rapid election results.
Kalispell police
Apparently it is not always more blessed to give than to receive, according to a Salvation Army employee who told Kalispell police Friday afternoon about a suspicious donation. The alert worker reported that a backpack at the store was found to contain a video titled, "Ultimate Sniper," and a boarding pass from a London trip. The items were placed in safekeeping until further notice.
New rules may govern outdoor lighting
Kalispell may be on its way to darker skies with the help of proposed lighting standards that would cut down light pollution.
Symposium mulls defense spending
Flathead Valley Community College's eighth symposium lecturer addresses "The Dollars and Non-sense of Defense Spending" at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Kalispell Center WestCoast Hotel.
Today
Flathead Valley Archers host their 21st annual Lone Pine 3-D Shoot at Lone Pine State Park, Kalispell. Registration at 8:30 a.m. Two loops with 20 targets each. Scorecards due by 3:30 p.m. Concessions available. Observers should stay on the main trail for safety. Call Rochelle Pope at 755-2706 or Dave Landstrom at 755-4574.
Flathead boys, girls snap up track titles
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Babble babble toil and trouble
To hear the talking heads on ESPN (the worldwide leader in hype) overreact on Thursday, Gary Sheffield exhibited a saint-like restraint and the Boston fans in the first row in right field were only slightly better than murderous scum.
Baskett basks in Level 10 regional
WHITEFISH - Kristina Baskett called them "stupid mistakes."
Bravettes finally break through
Saturday, April 16
Last ski run a real adventure
While checking out the last of this year's skiing opportunities, two young men found themselves traveling on a slippery slope on the last day of Big Mountain's ski season.
Eudy standing tall at regional
Allison Eudy's bar routine came off without a hitch.
Stumpjumper Days get under way at 8 a.m. today at Flathead Valley Community College.
Loggers compete in Stumpjumper Days
Today
United Way hosts Christmas in April today, a day of community volunteerism to assist senior citizens. Call 752-7266 to register.
Erma Sophia Boerner, 98
Erma Sophia Boerner peacefully "joined her Heavenly Father" on Thursday, March 31, 2005, at the Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell, at the age of 98.
Kalispell police
The high price of gasoline might have been the motive for three men who were caught trying to steal fuel out of vehicles in a hotel parking lot on U.S. 2 West. Kalispell police counseled the trio, but later they were found circling the parking lot again. This time, the caller asked that police kick them off the lot for good.
Kalispell Regional's volunteer corps works for love, not money
Flathead County Sheriff
A mother called the Flathead County Sheriff's Office to report her children were threatened with a knife at Canyon Elementary School.
N. Valley Hospital's limbo lingers
North Valley Hospital's bureaucratic dilemma led to a deluge of letters to Washington, D.C., this week, but no resolution appeared as of Friday.
Alarms
Evergreen, South Kalispell and South Valley fire departments responded to a garage fire at the end of Caroline Road.
Glacier may field best squad in 3 years
Twins will be young, but roster has solid backups, deep pitching staff
Heavy snow delays plows
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a 27-year-old woman for criminal trespassing after the owners of a home on Iowa Avenue awoke at 2:30 a.m. to find a strange woman in the house. The woman apparently had been drinking and lost her way.
Whitefish netters top Eureka
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Impact fee bill sent to governor for approval
A bill that allows cities and counties to impose impact fees on new development went to Gov. Brian Schweitzer on Thursday for his signature.
Man pleads guilty in credit-card shopping spree
The Daily Inter Lake
Larry L. Green, 62
Larry L. Green "entered into Heaven" on April 14, 2005, at his home, at the age of 62.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 16-year-old boy for drunken driving at the intersection of U.S. 2 and Nucleus Avenue. He was released to his parents.
Friday, April 15
Time takes its toll on Whitefish artifacts
New neighborhood group holds initial gathering
Kalispell's Eastside Kalispell Group hosts its inaugural neighborhood association event Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at Hedges Elementary School.
Swan Lake subdivision gets nod from panel
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Doris M. Barkley, 83
Doris M. Barkley, 83, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2005, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Entertainer shows off a circus of juggling skills
Combining the quick wit of stand-up comedy with the dexterous feats of the circus, Rhys Thomas brings Jugglemania to the O' Shaughnessy Center on April 23 at 7 p.m.
Glacier Knights ready for Year 2
If nothing else, the name promises to garner a little extra attention for the Glacier Knights football program this year.
Today
FVCC President Jane Karas hosts a breakfast public forum on plans for the college, its new facilities and programs 7:30 to 8:45 a.m., the Nite Owl Cafe, Columbia Falls. Reservations requested. Call Carolyn Shriver at 756-3801.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police went to a report of a fight on Third Street West and arrested a man on a warrant for contempt.
Law Roundup
Two frightened boys on Rufenach Lane reported an intruder in the house who was getting into cabinets. Deputies responded quickly and found no one in the home, but noticed a garbage can that joined forces with the wind to make scary noises.
Charges sought in trestle incident
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad wants to prosecute three youths on four-wheelers who were nearly hit by a train Sunday on the Coram trestle.
Let's roll with the skateboard park
It's heartening to see plans for a Whitefish skateboard park finally moving forward.
Density issues color planning decisions
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Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police stopped a driver on Truck Route and Sixth Avenue West and wound up citing him for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police went to Airport Road where a 6-year-old boy made a threat with something that turned out to not be a real gun.
Gym dandies
Eudy, Weigand, Ekegren finish off busy season with regional, invitational
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had nine calls. One was to an oil spill in the alley behind Fifth Avenue East North.
Anniversary of unsolved murder observed
Two years after her sister's murder, Holly Wilcock is still crusading to find Darlene Wilcock's killer.
Canyon residents, sheriff talk safety issues
Safety and civility were the main themes of a meeting in Hungry Horse Wednesday night, when Canyon residents and the sheriff found common ground.
Thursday, April 14
Dillon Michael Jewett
Dillon Michael Jewett son of Gordon and Tonya Jewett of Kalispell, was born Feb. 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Elaine Marie Reed
Elaine Marie Reed daughter of Ryan and Jamie Reed of Columbia Falls, was born April 8 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8.05 pounds and was 21 inches long.
Ethan Christopher Schott
Ethan Christopher Schott son of Brian and Lyndsay Schott of Whitefish, was born April 9 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Edwin O. "Bud" Myhre, 86
Edwin O. "Bud" Myhre died on April 12, 2005.
Annabelle Grace Lampkin
Annabelle Grace Lampkin daughter of Jesse and Shawna Lampkin of Martin City, was born April 6 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8 pounds, 15 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Alisa Nicole Sumner
Alisa Nicole Sumner daughter of Matt and Nikki Sumner of Whitefish, was born April 6 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 6 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Selah Grace Hagler
Selah Grace Hagler daughter of Sonja Burgard and Rob Hagler of Whitefish, was born March 14 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces and was 18 inches long.
Clarence Ernest Putnam, 94
Clarence Ernest Putnam was born on Sept. 13, 1910, to Ernest and Ellen Putnam in McKenzie County, N.D. He "went to be with Jesus" on Friday, April 8, 2005, at the age of 94 years, six months and 29 days.
Today
Red Cross blood drive 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the blood mobile at FVCC.
Whitefish needs more firefighters
Supply and demand are growing more disparate for Whitefish Fire Department, as firefighter numbers dwindle and calls surge.
Births
Selah Grace Hagler, daughter of Sonja Burgard and Rob Hagler of Whitefish, was born March 14 at North Valley Hospital.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had eight calls. Creston fire department and the Highway Patrol also responded to a logging truck and passenger car collision near Woody's Wednesday. A 26-year-old man went to the hospital with chest pain. Smoke seen coming from a home on West Nicklaus turned out to be steam from a dryer vent.
Kalispell Police
Playground equipment at Russell School had a bad day Tuesday, according to Kalispell Police. A boy was seen firing a BB gun at the wooden dinosaur and later, four boys seen spitting on the equipment wouldn't leave when a witness asked them to.
Science teacher wins nation's highest honor
Barb Andersen, a sixth-grade teacher at Peterson School in Kalispell, received the nation's highest honor for elementary science teachers in Washington, D.C., this week.
Bills would add tangles to tax code
Two bills going before the House Taxation Committee today demand close scrutiny.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report from a man whose backpack was stolen from his vehicle at Safeway. It was found later in a trash container.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's Office arrested a 38-year-old man, Darwin Berosik, for allegedly having sex with two teenage girls.
State law changes school immunization schedule
Got shots?
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police are investigating a report of a sexual assault on a girl.
Public needs to help police access sites
LAKE FIVE UPDATE: A month ago I wrote a column about local landowners opposing a public boat access on Lake Five.
Early risers
Rising rivers spell the start of rafting season
Bonnie Arlene Walker, 79
Bonnie Arlene Walker, 79, made her peaceful transition from this life at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell, on April 11, 2005, with her family by her side. She suffered with COPD and asbestosis for several years.
Park cancels 'Show Me Day'
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Neighbors sue to stop Swan Lake subdivision
Two attorneys and 56 of their neighbors filed a pre-emptive lawsuit against Lake County on Tuesday, seeking to block a proposed subdivision of the historic Kootenai Lodge property before it even makes it to the county commissioners for consideration.
Flathead Valley hosts regional gymnasts
The top gymnasts from six western states will be in the Flathead Valley this weekend for three days of intense competition at the 2005 USA Regional Gymnastics Championships.
Bears begin prowling park
Bears are emerging from their winter dens, so local residents and visitors should take an extra measure of caution when recreating in bear country, Glacier Park Superintendent Mick Holm said.
Wednesday, April 13
Helen L. Flynn, 92
Helen L. Flynn, 92, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2005, at her residence in Kalispell.
North Valley forges ahead
North Valley Hospital will proceed Friday with bids on subcontracts for its new building in spite of bureaucratic roadblocks to $26 million in financing.
Helen M. Strand-Bundt, 89
Helen M. Strand-Bundt, 89, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2005, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Board gives new school its name
It was unanimous Tuesday night - the new school north of town will be named Glacier High School.
Flathead County Sheriff
XFlathead County Sheriff's Office took a call from Mountain Drive for a family disturbance. She was mad that he was drinking whiskey.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report of a woman acting confused at Muldown Elementary School Monday afternoon. She was found to be wanted on two warrants, so she was arrested.
More Bigfork projects proposed
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Today
Bigfork Parentshare meets at 9:30 a.m. at the Community United Methodist Church. Guest speaker is Karla Ryan nutrition instructor at FVCC. Child care is provided. Call Renee Wynne at 837-2488.
Kalispell Police
The driver on First Avenue West who nearly hit parked cars aroused a witness's suspicions that he was drunk. A Kalispell Police officer went to investigate and found the driver was sober, but hampered by a broken arm.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had five calls. One was to a home on Parkway Drive, where a small amount of carbon monoxide was found inside on Monday evening. A gas leak was reported but not found on Second Avenue East Tuesday morning. A woman went to the hospital after falling at an office on Sunset Boulevard. The department sent a crew to LaQuinta Inn for someone who choked Tuesday.
Tracksters brave the elements
Baucus cinches deal to cover asbestos victims
Federal legislation aimed at compensating the nation's asbestos victims will include special provisions for Libby residents who were sickened by exposure from the former W.R. Grace vermiculite mine.
Whitefish rolls, C-Falls falls short
Vail, Peck pace Bulldogs
Trio of tax bills is going to cost you
The governor expressed concern last week that Republican leaders in the House are stalling action on a trio of tax bills in order to kill them.
Hospital quake rules a late discovery
Seismic regulations that thwart the possibility of North Valley Hospital refurbishing its existing facility didn't come to light until the hospital was well on its way of planning a new hospital, administrator Craig Aasved said.
Sheriff's deputies honored for heroism
Two sheriff's deputies were honored by their department and their peers Tuesday for their performance at a Jan. 22 domestic assault.
Court denies Dasen's request
The Montana Supreme Court won't intervene in the prostitution trial of Kalispell businessman Dick Dasen Sr.
New Whitefish chief has resort experience
The man who guided the resort town of Jackson, Wyo. through a growth surge in the early 1990s has been hired as the new planning and building director for the city of Whitefish.
Dallas M. Munter, 79
Dallas M. Munter, 79, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2005, at his home in Kalispell.
County, city eye planning issues
Joint planning is a common goal for Kalispell and Flathead County. But as a Monday night meeting showed, jointly planned action doesn't happen overnight.
Branden Louis Frey, 20
Branden Louis Frey, 20, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2005, as a result of a vehicle accident.
Big Sky blanks Bravettes in softball
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Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a man on 12th Avenue West for partner assault.
Tuesday, April 12
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a driver for DUI Monday when he was released from the hospital after an earlier accident.
Spring returns West Nile threat
While spring turns a young man's fancy to thoughts of love, the threat of West Nile virus begins to keep health officials awake at night.
Tuesday
Free income tax preparation by AARP volunteers 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., North Valley Senior Center. All are welcome. Call Roxy Larsen at 892-4087.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police had 14 calls. One was to South Main Street Monday morning when a semi-trailer's brakes caught fire. A fire on Sunnyside Drive turned out to be an attended burn. A woman who fell at the Black Angus went to the hospital. A man on Whitefish Stage Road was startled that someone called an ambulance for him on Monday afternoon; he was just out for a walk, he said.
Man dies in traffic accident
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Flathead County Sheriff
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office was called on behalf of a child who was pushed on Twin Acres Drive. It turns out the child had allegedly thrown a can of soda at adults and bit one.
Major donation helps Whitefish skateboard park
A $100,000 donation given in memory of David Olseth has pushed the Whitefish Skate Park into the realm of reality.
Monday, April 11
New computer analyzes video information
New equipment at Flathead County Sheriff's Office can help frame suspects in a useful and legal way.
Kindergarten roundup days continue
The Daily Inter Lake
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had seven calls. One was to a grass fire at Begg Park Saturday. Sunday afternoon, Kalispell and Evergreen fire departments and ALERT helicopter went to a serious vehicle rollover on Helena Flats Road.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police recovered a flag stolen in a mad yard-running, fence-jumping escapade in town. It was first thought to be a Confederate flag but was discovered as a Marine Corps flag.
Panel prefers Glacier High
How does Glacier High School sound as a name for Kalispell's new school?
Scientific curiosity enabled Dayton geologist to travel the world
Flathead County Sheriff
Disturbances required a lot of attention from Flathead County Sheriff's Office over the weekend. A couple's dispute on Emerald Drive erupted at about 1 a.m. Sunday when a woman reportedly yelled at a man for not putting dishes in the dishwasher right. They separated for the night.
Sunday, April 10
James Robert "Bob" Fuger, 70
James Robert "Bob" Fuger, 70, passed away at his home in Kalispell, on Thursday, April 7, 2005.
Alarms
Somers fire department was dispatched to a burning tree just off Blacktail Road Friday night.
Defensive stand
Today
Customer Apreciation Days today and Sunday, the final days of Blacktail Mountain Ski Area's season. Lift tickets $25. Call 844-0999.
Filling out the resume
This week's top 10, Roy Williams Edition, dedicated to players and coaches who still haven't won the Big One:
Glacier Bank expands in downtown Kalispell
At the Main Street Glacier Bank in Kalispell, space is at a premium.
Andrus a double winner for Bigfork
BIGFORK - The competition for Bigfork's Brooke Andrus didn't come from Columbia Falls, Libby, Polson, Whitefish or any of the other four schools in attendance Saturday.
Growth policy consultants to visit in May
The consultants chosen to help Flathead County complete its growth policy update will visit the valley in May, but it's unclear whether they'll still be involved after that.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a juvenile for being in possession of alcohol near Linderman School Friday afternoon.
Whitefish at 100
Community emerges as 'the little town that could'
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County sheriff's deputies broke up a party at the waterfowl refuge near Somers early Saturday, arresting five people for being minors in possession of alcohol.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police received a report of a burglary on the 200 block of Skyles Place early Saturday. The home was reportedly ransacked.
Foundation recruits volunteer laborers
There are many, many trails in the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex - and there's no such thing as too many volunteers to help maintain those trails, according to a local nonprofit organization.
Whitefish organization to be headed by retired banker
Retired international banker Dave Stewart of Whitefish has been named president of the Whitefish Community Foundation. He replaces Mike Jenson, who had served as president since the organization was founded in 2000.
Fate of new hospital is on the line
The federal government can be a study in caprice. Ask North Valley Hospital.
Life's fun in the 'old lady' pool
I fell in love with the warm water the second I submerged myself in the balmy depths of the therapy pool at The Wave, the new aquatic and fitness center in Whitefish.
Erma Sophia Boerner, 98
Erma Sophia Boerner "peacefully joined her Heavenly Father" on Thursday, March 31, 2005, at the Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell, at the age of 98.
Prom night gives valley teenagers the chance to make a fashion statement
Saturday, April 9
Kalispell Police
Kalispell Police received a report of a motorcycle being stolen from the back of a pickup truck that was parked at the Gateway West Mall parking lot late Thursday.
Local artists enjoy annual Great Falls show, auction
When there's a C.M. Russell auction, there's sure to be a crowd of Flathead artists.
Today
Customer Apreciation Days today and Sunday, the final days of Blacktail Mountain Ski Area's season. Lift tickets $25. Call 844-0999.
Whitefish Police
Whitefish Police arrested a man, 33, early Friday for DUI and possession of dangerous drugs, no insurance and driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at Second Street and Spokane Avenue.
Man gives up after standoff
Kalispell police cordoned off an apartment complex in south Kalispell Thursday afternoon during a standoff with an armed man who has a history of mental illness.
Grayson's 78 leads Eureka golf
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Columbia Falls Police
Columbia Falls Police had a report of a teenage girl shoplifting from Super One Foods.
Griz look for answers at scrimmage
At the conclusion of spring drills, the Montana Grizzlies may not have all the answers to their considerable questions on offense, but they should be a lot closer.
Funding restored for lake research
The Montana Senate has restored funding for a long-term water quality monitoring program on Flathead Lake.
Flathead County Sheriff
A man, 56, was arrested by a Flathead County Sheriff's deputy for DUI after being stopped near the Lybeck Dyke Thursday night.
ALARMS
The Kalispell Ambulance was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on U.S. 93 north of Lakeside late Thursday, involving a car that hit a power pole. An injured man was transported to Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
The American Association of University Women's annual Used Book Sale continues today through Sunday at the Kalispell Center Mall. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. today; and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.
AAUW book sale continues this weekend
Students team up to encourage others to spurn smoking
Flathead High School students are going a step beyond kicking butts, and will be standing up for the truth next week.
Soup event a big boost for food bank
Donations of food and expressions of gratitude have been in abundance around the valley this year.
Friday, April 8
Board rescinds moratorium proposal
Easy come, easy go.
Airlines expand summer capacity
Travelers at Glacier Park International Airport can look forward to an additional 150 airline seats a day starting in July.
Veteran singer Rory Block shares a lifetime of musical inspiration
Acoustic blues legend Rory Block is in concert in Eureka on April 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Eureka Auditorium Theater.
Swan Lake condos proposal has some lodging a complaint
When residents at the foot of Swan Lake look across to the historic Kootenai Lodge, they shiver at the thought of 57 condominiums and associated development they would bring to the stately lodge property.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police investigated tools stolen out of a garage on West Washington. There was no sign of forced entry and the owner couldn't remember if the door was locked.
Today
School District 5 and Flathead High School district board Personnel meeting at 7 a.m., in the Administration Building.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 15-year old female and transported her to juvenile detention after she assaulted a family member just after midnight Thursday.
Flathead foiled by Sentinel
Smith Valley controlled groundwater petition stalls
Efforts to create the first controlled groundwater area in Flathead County have stalled, at least temporarily, after state experts said the advocates haven't yet proven their case.
Local students qualify for national tournament
The Daily Inter Lake
Appeals to post-fire project rejected
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies investigated sexual harassment at the trailer court behind Burrhead's Gas, Groceries and Grub. A woman alleged a 14-year-old male was peeking through a hole in the bathroom door while she was taking a bath.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police officers investigated an assault at Don K Chevrolet at 8 a.m. Details were not yet available.
Plugging Montana's brain drain
A bill that has been quietly working its way through the session in Helena probably will have a big impact on many Montana families if it passes.
Alarms
Kalispell Fire and Ambulance responded to four sick calls.
Gayle Applegate, 77
Gayle Applegate, 77, passed away at home on April 6, 2005.
Edward Lee 'Pops' Smith, 64
Edward Lee "Pops" Smith, 64, father, friend, brother and family historian took his place in the history he so dearly loved on Wednesday, April 6, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Helena Flats hearing raises familiar issues
The Helena Flats neighborhood plan was tabled until June 1 by the Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday.
Thursday, April 7
Zelda Celesta Nelson, 68
Zelda Celesta Nelson, 68, died on Tuesday, April 5, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
The pope who changed the world
Probably every pope has the power to change the world, just as every president does. But it seems only a few of them are called to exercise that power.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report of Social Security checks stolen on Kalispell Avenue.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had five calls. A woman went to the hospital after an alleged assault on College Avenue. No one was hurt in a vehicle crash by the Sportsman Wednesday morning.
Margaret Ann 'Peg' Harriman, 76
"The spirit of Margaret Ann 'Peg' Harriman, 76, of St. Ignatius, left on April 5, 2005."
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a man for partner assault on Seventh Street West.
FVCC grads set employment record
Flathead Valley Community College graduates set a record with 98 percent finding employment, according to a new survey of 2003-2004 graduates.
Mountain snowpack improves
But levels still at record lows
Dasen asks Supreme Court to take control
Attorney George Best has asked the Montana Supreme Court to intervene in the prostitution case of Dick Dasen Sr., weeks before the trial is to begin.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police are investigating vandalism on East Nicklaus, where someone turned on a hose and flooded a basement, causing $3,000 damage.
Today
CASA for Kids Light of Hope ceremony 7:30 a.m., Flathead County Justice Center, 920 S. Main St., Kalispell. Honorable Katherine Curtis, Montana's CASA Judge of the Year will give the address. A children's choir will perform. Public invited. Call 755-7208.
Bill would provide money for cleanup plan
The Montana House is considering a bill that would provide $1.5 million to develop a cleanup plan for a former industrial complex along Flathead Drive that has been mired in disputes over who is responsible for the cleanup.
Judge denies defense motions
District Judge Stewart Stadler on Wednesday denied the same motions he denied in January in the Dick Dasen Sr. prostitution case.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report of a man who reportedly made 10-11 calls within 24 hours to someone, even though there is a restraining order to stop him from doing that kind of thing.
Anglers head to Flathead Lake
The lake is awake.
Wednesday, April 6
Deola "Tiny" Stolte, 83
Deola "Tiny" Stolte, "passed gently into God's arms" at Mountains Community Hospital, Lake Arrowhead, Calif., on April 2, 2005, at the age of 83.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's Office found that a bed was damaged and a fly rod was stolen on Lakeshore Drive, but once the fly rod was returned, the owner didn't want to press charges.
Kalispell police
A birthday party turned bad for someone at Kentucky Fried Chicken on Monday when the candles on a birthday cake activated a smoke alarm and the Kalispell fire department was dispatched.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police were notified of a burglary on Martha Road where residents believe someone entered a window to take $15.
Support floods in for hospital
North Valley Hospital was overwhelmed with community support Tuesday after announcing a proposed Medicare/Medicaid ruling threatens its new building project.
Board addresses Helena Flats neighborhood plan
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Middle school plans close to being final
Updated plans for Kalispell Junior High's makeover into a middle school got their latest airing in front of the school board recently.
Area cherry growers OK checkoff for research, marketing
Northwestern Montana cherry growers have voted by a wide margin to create a commodity research and market-development program funded by grower fees.
Lake monitoring must be continued
In the course of a legislative committee vote Friday, funding for an ongoing water quality monitoring program on Flathead Lake suddenly disappeared.
Decision near on controversial shoreline project
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report of children throwing boomerangs at Greenwood Trailer Court Tuesday. "That's not good," an official said.
Today
Evergreen Water and Sewer District board meets at 7 a.m. at the district office, 130 Nicholson Dr.
ALARMS
Kalispell fire department had 13 calls. At 2:30 a.m. Tuesday, the Seventh Avenue East North resident who wanted an ambulance ride to the hospital for a toothache decided to go by private vehicle. Tuesday afternoon, a man found in distress in a vehicle on Appleway Drive was taken to the hospital. He left against a doctor's advice, but returned by ambulance later in the day from Lakeside.
Chase damages three patrol cars
Two men in a van reportedly rammed a sheriff's deputy's car head-on Tuesday morning, starting a chase along the south side of Kalispell.
Tuesday, April 5
Mervin A. Nagy, 71
Mervin A. Nagy, 71, a longtime farmer from Sweet Grass, passed away Saturday at his retirement home in Bigfork due to natural causes.
Man charged after refusing to let dog be destroyed
George Francis Antonovich, 80
George Francis Antonovich died March 31, 2005, at the age of 80. He was born Jan. 14, 1925, in Butte.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took a report of a purse stolen at Smith's. It was recovered later, sans $150.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had eight calls for medical emergencies.
LAW ROUNDUP
Building materials were stolen from Willow Creek Trail. There is a suspect in a theft of a trailer and snowmobiles. A possible burglary was reported on Pioneer Road. A theft from a vehicle was reported on Montana 40.
Hilda M. "Ginger" Iverson, 81
Hilda M. "Ginger" Iverson, 81, of Columbia Falls, died Wednesday, March 30, 2005, in Kalispell. Ginger was born on September 30, 1923, in Nielsville, Minn., to Halvor and Anne (Waale) Skretvedt and united in marriage to Gordon Iverson of Thief River Falls, Minn., in 1944.
Kalispell council approves bonds for airport project
Kalispell is on its way to a bigger and better airport.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a boy at the high school for disorderly conduct; another boy was arrested there later for theft.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a woman for two counts of assault after she reportedly fought a bouncer at the Finish Line bar and scratched an officer in the face. She was also charged with resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and trespassing, and was arrested on a warrant.
North Valley Hospital project threatened
A pending Medicare ruling threatens North Valley Hospital's building plans, administrator Craig Aasved announced Monday.
Judge explains deer-poisoning sentence
Flathead County Justice of the Peace David Ortley wants to set the record straight when it comes to the sentence he gave a Ferndale man who pleaded guilty to poisoning deer.
Monday, April 4
Council to vote on airport funding
Once again, and for the anticipated final time, the Kalispell City Council tonight will tackle the proposed sale of $2 million in tax increment urban renewal revenue bonds to finance a project to expand and improve the Kalispell City Airport.
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County sheriff's deputies investigated a report Sunday of a stolen vehicle last seen at the Point of Rocks Restaurant. The pickup was unlocked with a full tank of gas. It was later located in Eureka.
Residential projects occupy Whitefish council
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Busy agenda for Kalispell council
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Family Concepts needs help
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Whitefish police
Whitefish officers warned juveniles not to skateboard downtown around 6 p.m. Saturday.
Kalispell police
A 58-year-old man was transported to Kalispell Regional Medical Center after he crashed his car into the fence at the Flathead County Fairgrounds Saturday evening.
LeRoy Walter Brown, 85
LeRoy Walter Brown 85, passed away at his home on April 2, 2005 in Whitefish of natural causes.
Group keeps families connected
West Valley bus route is all in the family
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested two men for underage possession of alcohol Sunday on Martha Road.
Sunday, April 3
Gayla Parkhill, 76
Gayla Parkhill "went to be with the Lord" Friday, April 1, 2005, at age 76.
LaVern D. "Vern" Dye, 73
Funeral services for LaVern D. "Vern" Dye, 73, of Sidney, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 5, at the Church of Christ in Sidney, with Rev. Richard Eggar officiating. Song leader is Richard Danielson. Casketbearers are Steve Krogstad, Russel Johnson, Charles Dowse, Bryan Gartner, Tim Baisch and Mick Scott. Honorary casketbearers are Vern's church family and neighbors. Ushers are Gary Schow and Darvin Ruggles. Under the direction of Fulkerson Funeral Home of Sidney.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a Post Falls, Idaho man, 22, for fighting in front of the Remington Bar.
Pope and basketball
This week's top 10 (down to nine after one item was left blank by a writer who can't count):
Ace returns to Kalispell
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Alarms
Kalispell fire and ambulance responded to five calls, including a motor-vehicle accident at Cottonwood and U.S. 2, in which two people were transported to the hospital.
Brewery launches Iraq soda operation
David Ayers, head brewer at Glacier Brewing Company, got an e-mail that grabbed his attention last month.
Local priests fondly recall John Paul II
Local priests say they will remember Pope John Paul II as a charismatic leader who steered the Catholic church through times of tremendous world change.
Faye Sloan Osburnsen, 83
Faye Sloan Osburnsen, 83, passed peacefully away on March 23, 2005, at her winter home in Sun Village in Surprise, Ariz.
Anthony Robert "Tony" Benton, 44
Anthony Robert "Tony" Benton, 44, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2005, at his home in Columbia Falls.
Kenneth W. Bailey Jr., 72
Kenneth W. Bailey Jr., 72, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2005, at the Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell, with his close friend, Kim Clausen, at his bedside.
Kalispell police
Graffiti gurus were at work in Kalispell Friday night and Saturday morning. Their "artwork" showed up in red spray paint on a building along Airport Road and the new restrooms and concession stand at the Flathead High School football field, according to Kalispell police.
Wet March helped, but not much
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Taking a look at family road trips through 'the ages'
My family is not traditionally a last-minute packing group, but at 8 o'clock on the night before we were supposed to leave on a 15-hour driving trip, we were busy watching the NCAA tournament, tidying up the kitchen, sorting CDs by artist name and color - anything to put off getting ready for an impending 900-mile journey.
Fuzzy math in school funding bill
The legislative gymnastics over school funding this past week have been mind boggling.
Superfund cleanup a year away for Troy
Work on the Troy "component" of the Libby Superfund cleanup probably won't begin for another year, the state project manager told the Troy City council on Wednesday.
Plowing to start Monday on Sun Road
Plows will go to work on Going-to-the-Sun Road starting Monday, and with a lack of snow at low elevations, the road is expected to be open to hikers and bikers much sooner than usual.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 29-year-old man for drunk driving at the corner of Second Avenue West and U.S. 2.
Today
39th annual Creston Auction and Country Fair continues today, 12 miles east of Kalispell on Montana 35. RV, marine auto and equipment sale, building materials, household, sports, tools, tack and antiques. Call 406-253-1770.
Burns gets an earful on Social Security
Sen. Conrad Burns, R-Mont., faced an agitated and sometimes angry audience Saturday in Kalispell as he gathered input about how to fix Social Security's impending financial woes.
Baker jumps into record book
Ferda's track season off to a smooth, fast start
A former Marine finds peace at Montana Veterans Home
It's 5 a.m. on a Monday morning and Rudy Matule has already been awake for two hours.
Flathead boys focus on divisional championship
The Flathead boys tennis team returns almost everyone from last year's squad and have their sights set on a divisional championship.
Flathead County sheriff
A Flathead County sheriff's deputy counseled some young boys who snuck into an empty trailer on Shady Lane.
Saturday, April 2
Alysa Rose Huffine
Alysa Rose Huffine, infant daughter of Eric and Leigh Huffine, is "resting in the arms of Jesus."
Eighth-grader keeps winning academic contests
Blaine Matulevich is impressing quite a few people these days.
Flathead Lake monitoring project loses funding
Funding for a long-term water quality monitoring program on Flathead Lake was killed in the Senate Finance and Claims Committee Friday morning.
Document can make decisions easier for family
Kalispell Regional Medical Center spokesman Jim Oliverson knows firsthand how important living wills can be.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police told transients living in an impromptu camp at Lawrence Park to move on; the park will be checked today to make sure they did.
Hundreds summoned for Dasen jury trial
Summonses went out Friday to 450 prospective jurors for the Dick Dasen Sr. prostitution trial.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a woman on a warrant for theft.
Living wills help ensure a patient's wishes are followed
During the past two weeks, the Terri Schiavo case and her Thursday death have dominated national media outlets.
Alarms
Kalispell fire department had nine calls. One was to the jail after midnight when an inmate having an anxiety attack was taken to the hospital. Someone having a seizure at a Woodland Park Drive gas station went to the hospital. So did a man who fainted at a casino.
Creston Auction is today and Sunday
The 39th Annual Creston Auction and Country Fair and the accompanying RV, Marine, Auto & Equipment Sale is this weekend in Creston, 12 miles east of Kalispell on Montana 35.
Law Roundup
It was a little before 10 p.m. Thursday when a strange woman entered a house on U.S. 2 near Coram and began screaming and yelling. The startled residents described her as intoxicated, wearing a red sweater and blue jeans and with long, brown hair. She vanished as quickly as she arrived.
Today
39th annual Creston Auction and Country Fair today and Sunday, 12 miles east of Kalispell on Montana 35. RV, marine auto and equipment sale, building materials, household, sports, tools, tack and antiques. Call 406-253-1770.
Celebrating the valley's young people
There's plenty to celebrate about the Flathead Valley's young people. Honesty, integrity and generosity are still in style here at home within their ranks.
Flathead's Gravelle, Krautbauer off to fast starts
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report Thursday of an iPod and cash stolen from the lockerroom at the high school track.
Bravettes post three victories at Jamboree
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Friday, April 1
Gracie Jean Long
Gracie Jean Long daughter of Amber and Bryan Long of Columbia Falls, was born March 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Tenoch Alejandro Fitch-Ortega
Tenoch Alejandro Fitch-Ortega son of Melanie Fitch-Ortega and Alejandra Contrevas-Ortega of Columbia Falls, was born March 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce and was 21 1/4 inches long.
Oakley Joe Wisher
Oakley Joe Wisher daughter of Jason and Karly Wisher of Kalispell, was born March 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19 inches long.
Abigail Joy Swenson
Abigail Joy Swenson daughter of Joseph and Kelly Swenson of Kalispell, was born March 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds and was 20 inches long.
Ryan Garret Massie
Ryan Garret Massie son of Layne and Lynn Massie of Kalispell, was born March 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 9.2 ounces and was 22 inches long.
Patricia Catherine Hinchey
Patricia Catherine Hinchey daughter of Sean and Julianne Hinchey of Kalispell, was born March 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 2 1/2 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Celia Elise Fetterhoff
Celia Elise Fetterhoff daughter of Jason and Elizabeth Fetterhoff of Kalispell, was born March 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 9 pounds, 5 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Maddox Marcus Hostetler
Maddox Marcus Hostetler son of Mandee and Dominic Hostetler of Kalispell, was born Feb. 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Elizabeth Anne Spradlin
Elizabeth Anne Spradlin daughter of Benjamin and Virginia Spradlin of Whitefish, was born March 12 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Ella Mae Schmeusser
Ella Mae Schmeusser daughter of Jim and Sara Schmeusser of Kalispell, was born March 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Keevyn Trystan Cheff
Keevyn Trystan Cheff son of Josharry and Ann Cheff of Kalispell, was born Feb. 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Cale Jackson Olbert
Cale Jackson Olbert son of Paul and Shelly Olbert of Kalispell, was born March 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 1/2 pounds and was 22 1/2 inches long.
Abrianna Elyse Fedor
Abrianna Elyse Fedor daughter of Todd and Tammie Fedor of Kalispell, was born March 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7.6 pounds and was 21 inches long.
Veronica Maeder
Veronica MaederShe weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Adiryn Joy Pinnell
Adiryn Joy Pinnell daughter of Justin and Sara Pinnell of Kalispell, was born Dec. 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds and was 21 inches long.
Lance Douglas Hamblin
Lance Douglas Hamblin son of Benjamin and Elise Hamblin of Kalispell, was born Feb. 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 5 pounds, 11 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Janessa Jo Roycelynn Walker
Janessa Jo Roycelynn Walker daughter of Jeremy and Tommi Walker of Kalispell, was born March 4 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Trey Alexander Nevins
Trey Alexander Nevins son of Earle and Annette Nevins of Columbia Falls, was born Feb. 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds and was 22 inches long.
Dawson Michael Conrad Vanterpool
Dawson Michael Conrad Vanterpool son of Andre and Amy Vanterpool of Whitefish, was born March 4 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Madison Lee Burton
Madison Lee Burton daughter of Mike and Jamey Burton of Columbia Falls, was born March 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 2.5 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Reagan Jayne Muonio
Reagan Jayne Muonio daughter of Craig and Krissa Muonio of Kalispell, was born March 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Olivia Mary Barela
Olivia Mary Barela daughter of Antonio Barela and Angela Crawford of Kalispell, was born March 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces and was 19 inches long.
Lydia Jane Heileson
Lydia Jane Heileson daughter of David and Karla Heileson of Columbia Falls, was born March 20 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Kiera LaShawn Greiting
Kiera LaShawn Greiting daughter of Connie Greiting of Kalispell, was born March 21 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 4 1/2 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Lukas Warren Johns
Lukas Warren Johns son of McKeag and Kassandra Johns of Kalispell, was born March 16 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Jerricqa Jean Bell
Jerricqa Jean Bell daughter of Raymond and Jacqie Bell of Marion, was born March 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Riley Robert Lee McConnell
Riley Robert Lee McConnell son of Evermay Harrison and Ryan McConnell of Kalispell, was born Feb. 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces and was 21 1/2 inches long.
McKenna Raelynn Berland
McKenna Raelynn Berland daughter of Shandi Berland of Kalispell, was born Feb. 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Faith Marie Wentzel
Faith Marie Wentzel daughter of Jeff and Bonnie Wentzel of Kalispell, was born March 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 11 1/2 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Courtney Jenae Hoerner
Courtney Jenae Hoerner daughter of Ray and Jenny Hoerner of Columbia Falls, was born March 10 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Jayden Isaac Yarde
Jayden Isaac Yarde son of Matt and Alexi Yarde of Kalispell, was born March 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Alexa May Goodnight
Alexa May Goodnight daughter of Sonja and Stephen Goodnight of Kalispell, was born March 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and was 19 inches long.
Mea Rose Chappell
Mea Rose Chappell daughter of Darla Kuehne and Craig Chappell of Kalispell, was born March 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Trey Skyler Nelson
Trey Skyler Nelson son of Jenny Simon-Thomas and Leif Nelson of Kalispell, was born March 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Isabella Ellegra Kerley
Isabella Ellegra Kerley daughter of Grant and Rebecca Kerley of Kalispell, was born Feb. 28 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 4 pounds, 15 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Natalee Grace Lembke
Natalee Grace Lembke daughter of Curt and Dawn Lembke of Kalispell, was born March 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Abigail Lou Warneke
Abigail Lou Warneke daughter of Nathan and Heather Warneke of Kalispell, was born March 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 7.7 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Lillian Irene (McCart) Chapel, 95
Lillian Irene (McCart) Chapel, 95, formerly of Kalispell, died of natural causes on March 22, 2005, in Seattle.
Sophia Ann LeDuc
Sophia Ann LeDuc daughter of Tye and Jessica LeDuc of Kalispell, was born March 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Jack Thomas McDaniel
Jack Thomas McDaniel son of Dale and Pavlina McDaniel of Whitefish, was born Feb. 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and was 19 inches long.
Kyla Brooke Conley
Kyla Brooke Conley daughter of Owen and Dana Conley of Condon, was born Feb. 28 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 2 1/2 ounces and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Isaac Thomas Stark
Isaac Thomas Stark son of Mandi and Pete Stark of Columbia Falls, was born March 18 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce and was 21 1/4 inches long.
Becca Aubrey Simon
Becca Aubrey Simon daughter of Mike and Heather Simon of Kalispell, was born March 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Rylyn James Bolme
Rylyn James Bolme son of Megan Bolme of Dayton, was born March 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Reinhard William Bold
Reinhard William Bold son of John and Anna Bold of Big Sandy, was born Feb. 28 in Great Falls.He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Carter Benson VanHelden
Carter Benson VanHelden son of Ben and Krista VanHelden of Kalispell, was born Feb. 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Flathead County Sheriff
A man on a bike approached a teenager in Hungry Horse and threatened to burn down his house, according a report to Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
Today
North Valley Senior Center, 205 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, business meeting and potluck dinner 5:30 p.m. Election of officers is scheduled. Call Roxy Larsen at 892-4087.
Columbia Falls Police
Columbia Falls went to Kelly's Casino at 2 a.m. Thursday when a patron didn't want to leave. He did when officers arrived.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police were called to Main Street Thursday morning. Then, a caller said a man stumbled to a vehicle, kicked off his shoes, tried to get in the wrong door, then put the vehicle in reverse and sped backwards through the parking lot and over a curb. Alcohol was a suspected factor.
Youths learn healthy living principles
Dietitian Stephanie Timlick gets youngsters' attention with a baggie stuffed with fat that is the equivalent of what you would get if you ordered a popular double burger with cheese.
Man jailed again on stalking charge
A Lakeside man is jailed on a $500,000 bond on stalking charges.
Births continuedÂ…
Dawson Michael Conrad Vanterpool, son of Andre and Amy Vanterpool of Whitefish, was born March 4 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Deer poisoning generated outrage
Readers were outraged this week over a story about a Ferndale man who had been poisoning deer to keep them from eating his landscaping.
Weather slows softball start for Libby, C-Falls
Now, if only they could get outside.
'Grizzly Man'
Experts worry film will mislead people about bears
Regenie "Jean" Pearl Keller, 86
Regenie "Jean" Pearl Keller, 86, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at her residence in Boise, Idaho.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police report bears romping through town, particularly on Wisconsin, Edgewood, and Dakota Avenues. Police remind businesses and residences north of the railroad tracks about a trash container law intended to discourage bears. On the day of trash pickup by the city or other hauler, trash cans may not be left by the curb before 4 a.m. and they must be returned to a house, garage or other bear-proof enclosure by 7 p.m. that day.
Board recommends Two Rivers proposal on 7-2 vote
The Two Rivers growth policy amendment survived a last-minute "coup attempt" and earned a favorable recommendation from the Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday.
Bulldogs, Pirates defending Class A champs
When it came to track and field last spring, teams from Northwestern Montana more than held up their end of the bargain on the state scene.
Births
Veronica Maeder, daughter of Sara Maeder of Columbia Falls, was born March 10 at North Valley Hospital.
Libby involved in mesothelioma research
A new research project has received a grant from the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation in Santa Barbara to study the asbestos-related disease in Libby.
Renowned trumpeter joins symphony for pops evening
Glacier Symphony will be "Misbehavin' Tonight" on April 9 when the orchestra presents virtuoso jazz trumpeter and singer Byron Stripling in a spring pops concert at 7:30 p.m. at Flathead High School.
Flathead County Library begins remodeling project Tuesday
It isn't exactly "Extreme Makeover," but the Flathead County Library is set to begin a $130,000 remodeling project next week.
ALARMS
Kalispell fire department had three calls. One was to a vehicle accident on Third Avenue East North Thursday morning. An unattended grass fire was extinguished on Three Mile Drive Wednesday evening.
