Sunday, April 30
Cora May Daffin Kluesner, 95
Cora May Daffin Kluesner "was called to her heavenly home" on April 28, 2006. Cora passed away from natural causes at Barrett Hospital and Healthcare in Dillon. Cora, a longtime Lima resident, was 95 years old.
Revo Somersille, 64
Revo Somersille, 64, "entered into the hands of his Lord and Savior" on April 26, 2006.
Clara Fern Maddox, 81
Clara Fern Maddox, 81, passed away at HealthCenter NorthWest in Kalispell on Monday, April 17, 2006.
Monday
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 4 p.m., Eureka High School.
'Our crack team of experts assures us '
How would you like to see this headline in tomorrow's newspaper: "Inter Lake hires team of doctors and scientists to inspect local restaurants."
Speaker to talk about box-store impacts
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Mexico is now, symbolically, teetering on the edge of being a very bad neighbor.
Our border problem just got bigger
A Town Pump store
reported shoplifting to the Whitefish police Saturday evening.
County OKs golf community in Eureka
Second such subdivision approved this year
Belva Mae Hanson, 88
Belva Mae Hanson, 88, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell, after a brief illness.
Kalispell police
arrested an 18-year-old Whitefish man on suspicion of drunken driving, running a red light and being a minor possessing alcohol after his van hit a pole at South Main Street and 11th Street early Sunday morning.
A Whitefish Fire Department ambulance
took a 17-year-old boy, who suffered heat stroke Saturday afternoon at the high-school track, to North Valley Hospital.
Banner day for Hicks, Whitefish
A guide to school elections
Polls open Tuesday, May 2
Scars fade; gratitude still strong
Recounting their story and thanking their rescuers, the survivors of a brutal grizzly mauling in Glacier National Park last summer hushed the crowd at the annual ALERT banquet Saturday.
Vernon Sid Webb, 78
Vernon Sid Webb, 78, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2006, at his residence in Columbia Falls.
The Flathead Valley Sheriff's Office
arrested a 53-year-old woman on suspicion of driving with a suspended license after she put her car into a West Spring Road ditch early Sunday morning.
Helping hands
'It's Christmas in April' helps seniors and disabled residents "Thank you very much - they were a nice bunch of volunteers that worked their butts off. I really appreciated them. I had gutters that have needed to be put up for years so please tell them I said thank you." - A Christmas in April recipient
Columbia Falls police
picked up a pair of pit bull dogs Saturday afternoon and sent them to the animal shelter.
Eastside Brick
Transformation of Courthouse East building is well under way
Saturday, April 29
Traffic stop leads to drug bust
Five people have been arrested on charges related to a seizure early Thursday morning of drugs, cash, and weapons in Kalispell.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police went to a home on Diane Road for a dispute between a mother-in-law and a son-in-law.
More park roads open to motorists
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Drivers gearing up for 16th season of auto racing
Auto racing fans can take in some Test, Tune and Tech action today at Montana Raceway Park as drivers and pit crew members start gearing up for a 16th season of competition on the quarter-mile asphalt oval north of town.
Whitefish Fire Department
Whitefish Fire Department went to River Lake Thursday when a burned Pop Tart activated a smoke alarm. Friday, firefighters were needed when a semi truck carrying burning trash needed help extinguishing the fire.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a reportedly intoxicated mother and three girls to Syke's for some sobering food after she reportedly arrived at an elementary school in no shape to pick up her daughter.
Donald 'Donnie' G. Nelson, 67
Donald "Donnie" G. Nelson 67, of Havre, a truck driver and longtime employee of Baltrusch Construction, died peacefully Monday evening, April 24, 2006, at Northern Montana Care Center.
Flathead is Griz territory
It's springtime in the Rockies and the grizzlies were out in the field earlier this month causing a commotion - Flathead High School's field, that is. The Montana Grizzlies were on Flathead turf April 8 for the 2006 Griz football spring scrimmage at Legends Stadium.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police encountered a man who went off-track on his way home from a bar Thursday night and wound up high-centered on the railroad tracks. He was charged with DUI.
Chairs with flair
The Hedges Chair Affair involves an online auction now under way and live auction of the chairs during a night of the arts at the school. Proceeds provide money for next year's art docent program; no school district funds are used.
ARM marks may be in jeopardy, again
The assault on the ARM Invitational track record book will likely continue today as several of last year's record setters return for another go.
Today
West Valley Volunteer Fire and Rescue Auxiliary annual rummage sale fundraiser 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., 2399 Whitefish Stage Road (West Valley Fire Station). Donations accepted. Call Lena at 755-5578 or Mary at 755-3643.
Zoning request turned down
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office was called to a number of parenting problems around the valley. Among them was a 12-year-old boy who allegedly tried to hit his father on U.S. 2. He was taken into custody. On Parkside Drive, an adult son reportedly had been drinking before he threw water on his mother. The son on Kelley Road left before a deputy arrived to check out a report that he was beating up a parent's belongings.
Friday, April 28
Acclaimed children's entertainer not just for kids
Grammy-nominated recording artist Bill Harley will perform at The Christian Center in Kalispell on May 6 at 2 p.m.
Eyes on the road? What a concept
With all the distractions available to drivers these days, one might wonder whether DWM - "driving while multitasking" - has replaced DWI as the chief hazard on the highways.
Polson blanks Columbia Falls
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a call from a woman who said she was in a vehicle behind a deputy near Columbia Falls and she was being assaulted by her daughter. Everyone pulled into a parking lot, and the girl was taken into custody.
Columbia Falls police
went to a report of a dispute between neighbors that arose over noisy dogs on Martha Road Wednesday night.
Team tries to resolve sunken-jet mystery
The 46-year-old underwater mystery beckons to John Gisselbrecht.
Gathering of giants
Jazz greats bring two big nights of music to the Flathead Valley
Judge dismisses weapons charge
Aceto trial set to begin Monday
State seeks to spare kids from testifying
Former administrator at Montessori school accused in sex assaults on children
FHS dominates triangular meet
The last time Flathead's Dan Ogden and Missoula Hellgate's Andrew Woods went head -to-head in the discus, Ogden prevailed on a late throw with a distance of 160-4.
Buried-baby case
Probe of death ongoing
The Kalispell Fire Department and Whitefish ambulance
were called Wednesday afternoon to a four-wheeler accident on Whitefish Stage Road. Whitefish also went to a vehicle-bike accident on the viaduct that sent one person to the hospital.
Ferndale shooting
Murder angle probed
McFadden resigns as WHS girls basketball coach
Dean McFadden has resigned as head girls basketball coach at Whitefish High School after a successful six-year run.
Bigfork netters stop C-Falls twice
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Dennis Langton, 88
Many hearts were broken with the passing of Dennis Langton on April 21, 2006, in Whitefish.
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations, Two Mile Drive.
Cocaine bust nets 4 arrests
Kalispell police say 'substantial' amount of drug, $20,000 found in rental car
Community college elects to hold election
Flathead Valley Community College has elected to hold an election even though its two Board of Trustees candidates have no opponents.
Kalispell police
are investigating a hit-and-run accident at the Idaho Street underpass Wednesday afternoon. A pregnant woman and another person were reportedly injured in the accident involving a male driver with a male passenger who left the scene.
Thursday, April 27
Mark Braden Robison
Mark Braden Robison son of David and Ashlee Robinson of Columbia Falls, was born April 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Griffin Loren James Kelch
Griffin Loren James Kelch son of Katherine and Wade Kelch of Whitefish, was born April 14 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Lilly Marie Erickson
Lilly Marie Erickson daughter of Travis Erickson and Autumn Kenfield of Columbia Falls, was born April 17 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Alexander Rocket Ray
Alexander Rocket Ray son of Dan and Kathy Ray of Whitefish, was born April 21 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Norah Erin Schmidt
Norah Erin Schmidt daughter of David and Kathryn Schmidt of Whitefish, was born April 13 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Emma Wendt
Emma WendtShe weighed 9 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Ally Lynn Sempf
Ally Lynn Sempf daughter of Alan and Amy Sempf of Kalispell, was born April 14 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces.
Breahna Marie Piekkola
Breahna Marie Piekkola daughter of Corey and Tanya Piekkola of Columbia Falls, was born April 23 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 4 pounds, 11 ounces.
Isaiah John McLean
Isaiah John McLean son of Dave and Holly McLean of Columbia Falls, was born March 22 at home.He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Drew Elizabeth Steele
Drew Elizabeth Steele daughter of Andrew and Jennifer Steele of Whitefish, was born April 12 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8 pounds, 9 1/2 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Kaci Lynn Hill
Kaci Lynn Hill daughter of Bill and Brandy Hill of Whitefish, was born April 18 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Kellen Riley Arvidson
Kellen Riley Arvidson son of Aaron and Krista Arvidson of Kalispell, was born April 12 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Landon James Shawback
Landon James Shawback son of Dallas and Anya Shawback of Kalispell, was born March 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 2 pounds, .4 ounces, and was 13 inches long.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a call Wednesday from a man on Wettington. He said he was followed by friends of his ex-wife. Also, someone went into his house while he was gone and put his belongings in the yard.
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations, Three Mile Drive.
Whitefish woman injured in crash Saturday morning
A Whitefish area woman sustained numerous injuries Saturday morning in a one-vehicle rollover on Farm to Market Road.
Quartet jazzes up ALERT banquet
A few tickets remain for the 28th annual ALERT benefit banquet Saturday featuring a top jazz band and $11,000 in prizes.
Whitefish police
arrested a man on Pine Avenue on a charge of partner assault. A woman was taken by ambulance to the hospital.
Meet at the Rendezvous in Eureka
The rendezvous is set from Friday to Sunday, with a dinner theater presented by the Kootenai Karacters of Libby kicking it all off Friday, April 28, at the Lake Koocanusa Arena during the barbecue rib dinner.
William Kevin 'Bill' Dean, 54
"It is with profound grief that we announce the sudden death of our dear father, brother, and friend, Bill," on April 23, 2006, at the age of 54 years, in a motorcycle accident near his home.
Meeting today on Whitefish growth policy
The future of Whitefish is the focus of a third public meeting at 6 p.m. today for the Whitefish growth policy.
Local births
Landon James Shawback, son of Dallas and Anya Shawback of Kalispell, was born March 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Buck conviction upheld
State Supreme Court denies appeal in 2002 beating death of Kalispell man
Law expert, author lectures tonight
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Changing job market of Flathead
If you look at labor statistics for the past decade, you will see an interesting trend in Flathead County - unemployment has steadily declined.
Walk the Swan on the Web
Columbia Falls police
went Tuesday night to 12th Avenue West, when a man was arrested for partner assault and a woman went by ambulance to the hospital.
Ferndale shooting under investigation
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Margaret Minnie McRae, 84
Longtime Alaskan and former Seward, Alaska, and Kalispell resident Margaret McRae died from a hemorrhagic stroke April 1, 2006, at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage.
The West Valley Fire Department
went at 3 a.m. Wednesday to a burning stump on Birch Grove Drive.
Wednesday, April 26
Dennis Langton, 88
Many hearts were broken with the passing of Dennis Langton on April 21, 2006, in Whitefish.
Rose Russell Sapp, 65
Rose Russell Sapp was born Nov. 18, 1940, and died Sunday, April 23, 2006, at her residence in Fairhope, Ala.
Latimer's coaching contract will not be renewed
Dennis Latimer, the head girls basketball coach at Flathead High School for the past 10 seasons, will not have his coaching contract renewed.
Columbia Falls police
went to Nucleus Avenue on Monday evening when a woman allegedly broke out the tail light on her ex-husband's vehicle.
Plan to 'cull' elk may harvest woes
Think things got controversial in Yellowstone National Park over bison? Or wolves?
Tempers flare at council meeting
Tempers flared Monday evening as Kalispell City Council member Kari Gabriel told another council member, Bob Herron, to "shut up."
Whitefish police
arrested a man for allegedly violating conditions of his release from jail. He not only allegedly went to the home of a woman where he is not allowed; he also baked her a cake.
County OKs Evergreen sewer plant land option
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Sandra 'Sandy' L. DeShazer, 44
Sandra "Sandy" L. DeShazer, 44, was born March 23, 1962, in Pendleton, Ore., to Lloyd and Letha Heavner. She "went to be with her heavenly father" April 16, 2006.
Flathead bounces back in track outing
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Dorothy M. Kern, 91
Dorothy Margery Mills Kern, 91, passed away April 24, 2006, at Northwest Health Center in Kalispell.
Tax-increment funds could pay for armory demolition
Prospective deal between Kalispell, hotel builder could cost the city almost $900,000
A 9-year-old boy
slipped out of school Tuesday in what East Evergreen administrators think was a "planned escape." The school contacted the Flathead County Sheriff's Office, which reported that a deputy had noticed the boy on Harmony Road even before the call was dispatched. The boy was returned to the school.
Director: City ambulances are well positioned
Making Kalispell's north fire station the primary ambulance facility should not affect the quality of emergency care to southern Kalispell, according to the city Fire Department's medical director.
Kalispell police
gave a ride home to a man who tried to get into the Finish Line bar at about 4 a.m. Tuesday. Earlier, a man needed an ambulance when he fell and injured his face there.
The Kalispell Fire Department
went to South Main Street on Monday afternoon when a motorcyclist was hurt in a crash. Two people were hurt in a crash on Sunnyview Drive on Tuesday morning. Someone else was hurt an hour later on Fourth Avenue West, but no one was hurt one minute later in a crash in Evergreen.
Menacing mountain lion killed
A young mountain lion that raided a corral, killing a packing goat south of Bigfork early Monday, has been destroyed by a federal trapper.
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations at the pedestrian crossing on First Avenue East.
Gene Edwin Komenda, 77
Gene Edwin Komenda, 77, of Polson 'went to the Lord' on Friday, April 21, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Polson.
Kalispell's sewer expansion decision pending
By JOHN STANG
Tuesday, April 25
Clarence F. Tommerup, 90
Clarence F. Tommerup, 90, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2006, at the Brendan House in Kalispell. He was born Oct. 13, 1915, in Coalridge to Danish immigrants, Peter and Christine (Jensen) Tommerup.
They say that fences make good neighbors,
but a video camera mounted on a fence is exacerbating tension in a neighborhood on Reed Lane near Columbia Falls. The Flathead County Sheriff's Office sent a deputy to mediate.
Leslie Arthur Finkbeiner, 103
Leslie Arthur 'Les' Finkbeiner, 103, died early Monday, April 24, 2006, at Valle Vista Manor near Lewistown.
Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations on West Idaho from Main Street to Fifth Avenue.
Jeremy Scott (Pilgrim) Hutchison, 26
Jeremy Scott (Pilgrim) Hutchison, 26, passed away in the early morning of April 23, 2006, in Columbia Falls.
Columbia Heights, Kalispell men die in crashes
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Flathead, Bigfork go 1-1
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Dasen faces $2 million federal lien
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Columbia Falls police
took a report of a theft of items from a vehicle on Eighth Street West.
Kalispell police
had a number of animal complaints. One was a report of two pit bulls harassing birds and people at Woodland Park; they were taken to the animal shelter.
Tangled trial heads to court next week
By CHERY SABOL
Virginia C. McCaffree, 83
Virginia C. McCaffree, 83, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2006, at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell.
The Smith Valley Fire Department
went to a grass fire Sunday on Whalebone Drive.
Monday, April 24
Richard Darin Nelson
On the morning of April 18, 2006, the Nelson family, Schat family, Stimac family and countless others in Arizona, California, Nevada and Montana lost a favorite son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend.
Virginia C. McCaffree, 83
Virginia C. McCaffree, 83, passed away Sunday at Immanuel Lutheran Home
Today
3 Deer Park School kindergarten roundup 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Call 892-5388.
Two killed in crashes
A 26-year-old Kalispell man and a motorcyclist were killed in separate accidents Sunday.
At ease, Marine
By CANDACE CHASE
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
arrested a 42-year-old Kalispell man for hitting someone on Conrad Drive on Sunday morning.
The Whitefish Fire Department
put out a small brush fire Sunday afternoon. There was some initial confusion over whether the fire occurred in the West Valley department's or the Whitefish department's jurisdiction.
A pair of downed power lines
sparked some weekend work for the Flathead Electric Cooperative.
Columbia Falls police
arrested a man for disorderly conduct and negligent endangerment for screaming at a grocery while accompanied by some children.
Whitefish police
arrested a woman Saturday evening for driving with a suspended license and then on a warrant for forgery.
Donald Danforth Ralston, 87
Donald Danforth Ralston, 87, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Sunday, April 23
A burning passion for art
When it comes to deciding what they want to be when they grow up, most children - even some adults - go through phases.
Self-mutilation, American style
Maybe it is time for a civics lesson.
It was just the mailman, folks
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office received a call Saturday afternoon about a suspicious vehicle on Voerman Road. A man in a blue car was checking every mailbox as he drove down the road.
Kalispell police
A woman called Kalispell police Friday evening to complain about the bagpipe player on the corner outside her house.
A Classic performance by Porcarelli
By DAVID LESNICK
Resort plan offers realistic vision
The lack of controversy and criticism at last week's public hearing for Big Mountain's 20-year master plan speaks volumes for the collaborative effort that went into the planning process.
More work begins on road to Missoula
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Before the bulldozers
In a thicket of lodgepole pine near Glacier National Park's Apgar Village, the forest floor is riddled with strange potholes and missing slabs of moss.
Glacier buying Citizens
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Meridian project pinches off customer traffic flow
To say business is slow at Gina's Cafe is an understatement.
Saturday, April 22
Philip Carl Clarke, 56
Phil "left this earth to farm where he doesn't need a brace or a cane and is no longer bottled up." Phil passed away April 20, 2006, after a three-and-a-half-year struggle with many health problems. Even after his major stroke in September of 2002 he continued to run his combine and his beloved 8400.
Kalispell police
A woman called Kalispell police Friday evening to complain about the bagpipe player on the corner outside her house.
Before the bulldozers
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Self-mutilation, American style
Maybe it is time for a civics lesson.
It was just the mailman, folks
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office received a call Saturday afternoon about a suspicious vehicle on Voerman Road. A man in a blue car was checking every mailbox as he drove down the road.
Meridian project pinches off customer traffic flow
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A Classic performance by Porcarelli
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More work begins on road to Missoula
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Salvage effort
Resort plan offers realistic vision
The lack of controversy and criticism at last week's public hearing for Big Mountain's 20-year master plan speaks volumes for the collaborative effort that went into the planning process.
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Hageness hurls perfect game
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Ruth C. Nordtome, 90
Ruth C. Nordtome, 90, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2006, at the Lakeview Care Center in Bigfork. She was born on Sept. 1, 1915, at Bigfork, the daughter of Kaurin B. and Johanna (Petterson) Johnson.
Glacier buying Citizens
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Roger Mellies, 59
Roger Mellies, 59, of Kalispell, died Tuesday, April 18, 2006, in a car accident which the family believes was caused by complications of diabetes.
Friday, April 21
Ruth Cecelia Nordtome, 90
Ruth Cecelia Nordtome, 90, died Wednesday, April 19, 2006, at the Lakeview Care Center in Bigfork. She was born on Sept. 1, 1915, at Bigfork, the daughter of Kaurin B. and Johanna (Petterson) Johnson.
Don't think Montanans don't care
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Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations on U.S. 93 between 11th and 18th Streets.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report of license plates stolen from a truck on Dakota Avenue.
Ready, set, brawl
Cage fighting hits the Flathead on Saturday
Boy, BB gun and ATV separated
Flathead County Sheriff's Office intervened when a boy on a four-wheeler reportedly shot at girls with a BB gun on Mare Lane. The boy's parents said the vehicle would be locked up and the BB gun would be destroyed.
Alarms
Smith Valley and West Valley fire departments went to a field fire on Jackson Meadows Road. West Valley was also needed at a grass fire on Rhodes Draw.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a report from a man on Seventh Avenue West who said someone slashed his tires and threatened to kill him.
Decision postponed on ski-resort master plan
A new master plan for Big Mountain drew praise from the Whitefish City-County Planning Board on Thursday, but the board postponed a decision to sort out questions about zoning, parking and a couple of development projects targeted for the Chair 3 area.
Roger Mellies, 59
Roger Mellies, 59, of Kalispell, died Tuesday, April 18, 2006, in a car accident which the family believes was caused by complications of diabetes.
Third big project proposed near Somers
New plan brings total to 1,300 proposed housing lots
Whitefish netters vanquish Vals
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Thursday, April 20
Wesley Erman Kouns, 65
Wesley Erman Kouns, 65, passed away at his home Tuesday, April 18, 2006 in Kalispell. He was born Sept. 22, 1940, in San Diego to Erman and Edna (Swink) Kouns.
Spring songster
A western meadowlark belts out its bubbling song from a fencepost along the Batavia Waterfowl Production Area west of Kalispell. When asked in 1930 which bird best represented Montana, the state's schoolchildren responded overwhelmingly with the meadowlark. Legislators agreed during the next session, and in 1931 the western meadowlark became an official representative of Big Sky Country. Information from montanakids.com
Kalispell police
went to Second Avenue East where some people showed up at a home, demanding to be let in late Tuesday night. Officers sent the marauders on their way, but they returned, wanting to know who called the police. This time, officers took keys from a man whom they didn't think should be driving and offered some wisdom about the men's behavior.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
was busy with neighbors launching complaints about one another. Among the causes of neighborly strife were complaints of a man who comes out of his house with a rifle and stands in the doorway, a threat issued about a neighbor's field burning, another threat about a doggy deposit on a lawn, and neighbors suspected of stealing topsoil in one part of the county and of breaking into a car in another.
Neatness counts on Flathead roads
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Resort unveils master plan
A master plan outlining Big Mountain Resort growth for the next two decades goes before the Whitefish City-County Planning Board tonight for its first formal public hearing.
Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations on Two Mile Drive.
Columbia Falls police
are investigating an assault that was reported Tuesday evening, when a man in a ski mask allegedly assaulted a teenager and took his bike near Burger King. The boy wasn't hurt.
Bigfork Fire and Medical
went to the ball field Tuesday when a student suffered breathing problems.
Commissioners struggle with labor costs
The Flathead County commissioners will face some difficult decisions during the upcoming budget cycle, particularly with labor costs.
Whitefish police
took a complaint about a panhandler at Safeway.
Wednesday, April 19
John Merril Wigner (Westermeyer), 56
John Merril Wigner (Westermeyer), 56, was born in Mount Vernon, Ill., on Dec. 3, 1949, to Jess W. and Janice Wigner. He passed away April 11, 2006, while residing in Roseburg, Ore.
Norma June Dachwald, 75
One classy lady, Norma June Dachwald, 75, passed away Thursday, April 13, 2006, at her home in Kalispell. She was born July 27, 1930, in Minot, N.D., to Ruben and Agnes Myrtle (Tunnel) Olson.
Devastating crash
Kills driver Roger Mellies, 59, of Kalispell was pronounced dead at the scene at Old Steel Bridge
Hope floats, but problems persist
City still looking for a permanent solution to flooding in southern Kalispell
Kalispell police
went to an office Tuesday on Heritage Way when a patient refused to leave. After police arrived, the patient agreed to go and decided to switch doctors, also.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report from a man who said he was flagged down by a girl who said another man was following her. The witness said he also saw the man watching the girl from the woods near the Old Steel Bridge.
What's a bunny to do when the season is over?
Apparently, chase a little girl around a yard on East Second Street. Whitefish police called the animal warden, who captured the rabbit and said they were setting off down the bunny trail to the animal shelter.
Lessons of Jarbidge hard to learn
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Evergreen and Kalispell fire departments
were called to Evergreen Junior High School for a youth with a broken leg Monday.
James Noel Clayton, 76
James Noel 'Jim' Clayton, 76, died April 5, 2006, after a short battle with cancer. He was born Aug. 13, 1929, in Roswell, N.M., to Teen and Clara Clayton. Teen Abner, Dorothy, Elizabeth, Leonard, Harvey and Mary Ann completed their family circle.
Shirley Ann Adams-Hamond, 72
Shirley Ann Adams-Hamond, 72, was born Jan. 12, 1934, in Sheldon, Iowa. She passed away April 15, 2006, in Spokane.
Tuesday, April 18
Aarikah Anne Jensen
Aarikah Anne Jensen daughter of Julie Lamberson and Chris Jensen, was born March 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Billie M. McCrum, 86
Billie M. McCrum, 86, passed away at Kalispell Regional Medical Center on Saturday, April 15, 2006. Billie was born July 8, 1919, in Clay, La., to John Wesley and Jessie Emma Stewart Harden. She was raised in San Antonio, where she graduated from high school and attended beauty school.
Emma Grace Best
Emma Grace Best daughter of Anthony and Krystal Best of Kalispell, was born March 30 at Kalispell Regional Medical CenterShe weighed 6 pounds, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Kaleb Sye Wagar
Kaleb Sye Wagar son of Paul and Brandy Wagar of Kalispell, was born April 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21 inches long.
Bennett James Bliven
Bennett James Bliven son of Julie Robertson and Michael Bliven of Kalispell, was born April 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Ella Rose Farrell
Ella Rose Farrell daughter of Amy and Brian Farrell of Kalispell, was born April 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Quindy June Gronley
Quindy June Gronley daughter of Ben and Kara Gronley of Kalispell, was born April 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical CenterShe weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Breanna Olivia Knoll
Breanna Olivia Knoll daughter of Jacob and Jenny Knoll of Kalispell, was born March 31 at Kalispell Regional Medical CenterShe weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Branden Rene Trevino
Branden Rene Trevino son of Ashley Lyman and Rene Trevino of Columbia Falls, was born March 30 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Jack Wyatt Phelps
Jack Wyatt Phelps son of Kevin and Maria Phelps of Olney, was born March 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Morgan Michele Smith
Morgan Michele Smith daughter of Shannon and Lauren Smith of Bigfork, was born April 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Taylan Tannis Waltman
Taylan Tannis Waltman son of Brandon and Carree Waltman of Kalispell, was born April 4 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Jack Ryder Thompson
Jack Ryder Thompson son of Tyler and Katherine Thompson of Lakeside, was born April 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8.2 pounds, and was 20 inches long.
Nakiyah Daenerhyeas Schreibeis
Nakiyah Daenerhyeas Schreibeis daughter of Jason and Rachel Schreibeis of Kalispell, was born April 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 2.2 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Shirley Ann Adams-Hamond, 72
Shirley Ann Adams-Hamond, 72, was born Jan. 12, 1934, in Sheldon, Iowa. She passed away April 15, 2006, in Spokane.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police went to a psychiatrist's office Monday when a staff was alarmed by a woman showing up with a gun. She reportedly only intended to turn it in to the doctor, who had advised her to get rid of it.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a woman on trespass and theft-of-services charges at Don "K" Chevrolet, where she allegedly parked and sucked up electricity from the building into her vehicle.
Births
Aarikah Anne Jensen, daughter of Julie Lamberson and Chris Jensen, was born March 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations on Woodland Avenue.
Kalispell Fire Department
The Kalispell Fire Department and other agencies had a busy morning Monday. At 8:46, someone was taken to the hospital from a crash at Main and Idaho streets. At 9, the Evergreen Fire Department and Montana Highway Patrol were also dispatched to a vehicle accident near Wal-Mart. Two people were in a crash near the airport at 9:49, with the same three agencies responding. The Kalispell department also checked out a smoke smell reported in a home on College Avenue.
Airport studying terminal expansion
Glacier Park International Airport might soon look at adding terminal space if airport activity continues to grow at its present rate.
Ramon Earle Dille, 71
Ramon Earle Dille, 71, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell. Ramon was born Aug. 8, 1934, in Alberta, the son of Charles Earle and Veronica Dille. He graduated from Missoula County High School in 1952.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office identified on Monday a man who was arrested on suspicion of rape Saturday. James Heitman, 43, is charged with three sex offenses, allegedly involving a young girl.
Snow and sod
Kane Thorp works through a snowstorm Monday afternoon with his crew from Total Lawn Care. The crew was preparing the ground for new sod next to Flathead Valley Orthopedic Clinic on U.S. 93 in Kalispell.
Saturday, April 15
Benjamin James Martin
Benjamin James Martin son of Jeremiah and Jennifer Martin of Kalispell, was born March 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Richard Lord Taylor
Richard Taylor, prominent Montana architect, passed away in San Diego, Calif., on March 31, 2006.
Karl Vincent Muonio
Karl Vincent Muonio son of Terry and Eva Muonio of Lakeside, was born March 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21 inches long.
Joey Andrew Wise
Joey Andrew Wise son of Aaron Wise and Ashley Meacham of Kalispell, was born March 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 6.8 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Nicolas Dominguez
Nicolas DominguezNicolas joins Isabella, 2.
Dean Allen Sheldon
Dean Allen Sheldon son of Gordon and Gaye Sheldon of Kalispell, was born March 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Cody William Levanen
Cody William Levanen son of Shane and Susan Levanen of Kalispell, was born March 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 20 3/4 inches long.
Levi Freund
Levi FreundHe weighed 7 pounds, 2.6 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Michael Patrick Jellison, 44
Michael Patrick Jellison was born in Missoula, on Jan. 30, 1962. He passed away on Friday, April 7, 2006, at his home in Seattle with his loving wife Stephanie at his side. Mike had been courageously battling brain cancer for over two years. Only the advance of severe problems from his illness forced him to leave his work, which he dearly loved, at the end of September 2005.
Lily Marie Holloway
Lily Marie Holloway daughter of Michael and Jessica Holloway of Kalispell, was born March 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Jadeyn David Morin
Jadeyn David Morin son of Ben and Amy Morin of Lakeside, was born March 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 21 1/4 inches long.
Noah Todd Oppel
Noah Todd Oppel son of Ashley Oppel of Bigfork, was born March 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 23 3/4 inches long.
Cade Sean Attwood-Cushman
Cade Sean Attwood-Cushman son of Joni Attwood and Scot Cushman of Kalispell, was born March 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8.3 pounds, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Eryn Maxine Matson
Eryn Maxine Matson daughter of Maranda Matson of Columbia Falls, was born March 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Tad Nathan Tibbett
Tad Nathan Tibbett son of Bruce and Nikki Tibbett of Kalispell, was born April 7 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police tracked down a stolen vehicle very early Saturday. A woman had started the truck in front of her home, but a man drove it away when she wasn't looking. He was seen driving it, police followed, and eventually recovered it at the Church of the Nazarene.
Planners scrap storage-units proposal
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John V. Ottenbreit, 86
John V. Ottenbreit, 86, passed away April 9, 2006, at home with his loving family at his side.
Michael Robert 'Jorgie' Jorgensen, 50
Michael Robert "Jorgie" Jorgensen, 50, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2006, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
The Kalispell City Council was flooded last week with complaints about faulty drainage in several Kalispell neighborhoods.
Don't tread water on drainage issues
Thomas Dalton 'Tom' Bright, 80
Thomas Dalton "Tom" Bright, 80, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2006, at Health Center Northwest in Kalispell.
Flathead County sheriff's deputies
Flathead County sheriff's deputies went to Abbott Bay Friday evening where somebody found a pipe bomb left next to his vehicle. It was taken safely to the county shop.
Audie O. 'Jr. Hood, 48
Audie O. "Jr." Hood, 48, passed away April 9, 2006, at his Kila home.
Flathead wins weather-shortened track meet
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BIRTHS
Tad Nathan Tibbett, son of Bruce and Nikki Tibbett of Kalispell, was born April 7 at North Valley Hospital.
Program caters to young moms considering adoption options
Their visit was a coincidence, but their message couldn't have been more timely with revelations of the baby found buried in Columbia Falls.
Rains shortens tennis outings for Flathead
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Today
Kalispell Elks Lodge No. 625 annual Easter egg hunt, 1 p.m., Lions Park. Members and nonmembers invited.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police didn't get a chance to collect their own evidence after the motel clerk called to say they had found blood everywhere in a room after the guest checked out. The clerk had taken plenty of pictures before calling police, but housekeepers had cleaned up before police could get there.
Easter Parade
Bonnets, baskets bring bucks for Lakeside
Bravettes drop pair to Butte
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Health care over easy, with fries on the side
People sure are funny.
The trouble with litter
Trashing the valley Roadside garbage becoming major problem in Flathead
Friday, April 14
Brooke Lynn Hanson
Brooke Lynn Hanson daughter of Mike and Jessie Hanson of Columbia Falls, was born March 28 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 10 1/2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Kyra Melanie Pakkala
Kyra Melanie Pakkala daughter of Shane and Holly Pakkala of Kalispell, was born March 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 21 3/4 inches long.
India Rae Swanson
India Rae Swanson daughter of Shannon Parker and Andrew Swanson of Kalispell, was born March 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Aubrey Jean Price
Aubrey Jean Price daughter of Timothy and Lynde Price of Lakeside, was born March 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Chase Jacob Persinger
Chase Jacob Persinger son of Joshua and Mandy Persinger of Columbia Falls, was born March 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Connor David Schrade
Connor David Schrade son of Rich and Becky Schrade of Marion, was born March 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Kylie Jade Carter
Kylie Jade Carter son of Vanessa Carter and Michael Kunda of Kalispell, was born March 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Jared Lee Lukasik
Jared Lee Lukasik son of Greg and Laura Lukasik of Kalispell, was born March 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Cole Nathan Eccles
Cole Nathan Eccles son of Dallas and Tracey Eccles of Kalispell, was born March 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Victor 'Dale' Warren, 74
Victor "Dale" Warren, 74, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2006, at his home in Bigfork.
Detox discussions
Panel considers costs, benefits of building facility in effort to mend perceived hole in Flathead's mental-health safety net
Bulldogs defeated Lady Pirates 6-1
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Split C. Falls board backs controversial zone change
Planners approve rezoning for area near Flathead River bridge
Kats vs. Dogs
Polson pelts Libby to stay undeafeated
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
is accustomed to reports of loose livestock in traffic, such as the horses reported on Berne Road, on Montana 35 in Creston, and on McCaffery Road. More unusual were the large birds reported Wednesday afternoon near Kila. The caller wasn't even sure what they were, first stating they were emus and then speculating that they were very large whooping cranes. At any rate, they flew away.
Sisters in the hood
Comedy a story of nuns on a mission
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations, Appleway Drive.
Divers recover Canadian's body
Seamus Daley, 26, was presumed drowned after his canoe capsized April 7
Performing arts center nets $4 million pledge
Only six weeks left for other donors to step up
Governor: Conserve, protect and defend
Schweitzer touts bull trout, sturgeon and energy ideas Thursday before power/conservation group
Columbia Falls Ambulance
was needed at a traffic accident with injuries Wednesday on Sixth Avenue West.
Ski season success benefits everyone
There were a lot of happy skiers on the downhill slopes this winter.
Kalispell police
went to the VFW Club, where a woman who bothered patrons wouldn't leave voluntarily. She left in the back of a patrol car after an officer arrested her on suspicion of possession of drugs.
Local Births
Kyra Melanie Pakkala, daughter of Shane and Holly Pakkala of Kalispell, was born March 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Easter events in the Flathead
A wide selection of sacred and secular events are planned for Easter weekend across the valley:
Columbia Falls police
are investigating an attempted break-in at a home on Rapids Avenue.
High school musicians flock to the Flathead
Nine Northwest Montana schools will participate in the annual District One Music Festival at Flathead High School in Kalispell April 20-22.
Whitefish police
arrested a man for DUI near McDonald's.
Thursday, April 13
Columbia Falls police
took a report of a $500 camera stolen at the high school.
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations, Main Street, from Center to Seventh Street.
Track preview for area teams
Class AA
Glacier avalanche control questioned
Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad officials say a proposal to control avalanches with explosives on Glacier National Park's southern boundary is necessary for human safety on the busy rails that cross the Continental Divide.
Kramer looking for new leaders
BOZEMAN - As Montana State's spring football camp passes the halfway mark, coach Mike Kramer isn't worried about completions and tackles or yards and sacks. His mind is on something less quantifiable.
Burns touts Montana's 'new direction'
Embattled Republican senator holds campaign kickoff rally Wednesday in Kalispell
Searchers may have located man's body
Kalispell police
took a call from a man who was tempted to shoot the white Siberian husky that jumped his fence and mated with his $1,000 bird dog. An officer discouraged that.
Senate race full of twists and turns
Apparently, the U.S. Senate race in Montana will not have a dull moment this year.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report from a woman who bought a Stephen-Kingish car six years ago in Kalispell. It supposedly came from a vehicle auction in Spokane with a title from the East Coast. Whenever she washes the car, the woman said, blood comes up from the back seat. A sheriff's detective will investigate.
Planners say casino, park can co-exist
Board recommends that City Council approve hotel proposal at old armory site
Children's entertainer Bill Harley to appear at benefit
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Theft suspect charged in death of puppy
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Columbia Falls Ambulance
went to the Plum Creek planer facility Wednesday when someone smashed a finger.
Drainage problems perturb planners
As knowledge of Kalispell's drainage problems grows, the city Planning Board has become irked.
Whitefish police
arrested a man who turned himself in on a warrant for possession of drugs with intent to sell.
Wednesday, April 12
Deneb Leondis Linton
Deneb Leondis Linton son of Patrick Linton and Gerda Reeb of Whitefish, was born April 3 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Gavin Michael Ulland
Gavin Michael Ulland son of Ian and Doni Ulland of Cheyenne, Wyo., was born March 24 at United Medical Center in Cheyenne.He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Roger Joseph Anderson, 70
Roger Joseph Anderson, 70, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2006, in Missoula.
Billie Delaney Melnick
Billie Delaney Melnick daughter of Chris and Amanda Melnick of Whitefish, was born April 3 at North Valley Hospital.Billie joins Jackson, 2.
Riley Robert Brown
Riley Robert Brown son of David and Lisa Brown of Whitefish, was born April 4 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Canyon Rain Masters
Canyon Rain Masters daughter of Christi and Casey Masters of Columbia Falls, was born April 6 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Dylan Michael Willcut
Dylan Michael Willcut son of Justin and Deann Willcut of Helena, was born March 22 at St. Peter's Hospital in Helena.He weighed 7 pounds, 3.5 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Windy Lynn White
Windy Lynn White daughter of Bill and Kendra White of Eureka, was born April 1 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Local Births
Dylan Michael Willcut, son of Justin and Deann Willcut of Helena, was born March 22 at St. Peter's Hospital in Helena.
Kampfe, Baker triple threats
Both athletes win three track events in 9-team meet
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations, U.S. 93 South to Willow Glen.
Clifford Lee Noll, 86
Clifford Lee Noll, 86, passed away Monday, April 10, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Country star McCoy set to perform at fair
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Mail income-tax forms by midnight Monday
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Kalispell police
arrested a man Tuesday after he allegedly stole a puppy from the animal shelter and wound up running over it with his car. Daniel Staggs, 18, is charged with taking a black Labrador from the shelter and fleeing in a black Ford Probe. Animal Warden Paul Charbanneau reportedly saw the vehicle and followed it through town. On Meridian Road, Staggs reportedly opened his car door and threw out the puppy. According to a police report, the dog lost its footing when it landed or ran beneath the car and was killed. Sgt. Wade Rademacher said Staggs is charged with theft.
Whitefish stops C-Falls
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Columbia Falls police
are investigating a report of cash and electronics stolen from a locker at the high school.
Lumber company transfers workers
Plum Creek cuts back activity at C. Falls sawmill
France finds itself in another fine mess
Rioting in France over the last couple weeks has been highly revealing.
Pheasant Run on planners' agenda
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James' bat lifts 'Kats
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report from East Evergreen Drive, where a tall, slender blond man peeped in the window. This is the sixth time in a month, according to the resident.
Whitefish whips Browning
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Treading water
Columbia Falls Ambulance and Fire Department
went Monday to Hazel Place, when a 7-year-old child suffered a leg injury in an accident with a car.
Whitefish police
took a report of a purse stolen at Flanagan's.
Lake County approves plan for Kootenai Lodge
But struggle continues between Florida builder and Swan Lakers group
Tuesday, April 11
Mae Rose Lyden, 93
Mae Rose Lyden died at her daughter's Polson residence April 9, 2006. She was born in Butte on May 21, 1912.
M. Deane Halter, 80
M. Deane Halter, 80, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2006, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. He was born July 18, 1925, in Sunburst, the son of Lester and Ina (Christensen) Halter.
Shyloh Elizabeth Cochran, 25
Shyloh was born Oct. 23, 1980, in Whitefish to Omar Dean Cochran and Karla Cochran McKellar. Shyloh grew up in Whitefish and graduated from Whitefish High School in the Class of '99. She went to college at Flathead Valley Community College and from there to Follys End School of Ministry in London; followed by two years at Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry in Redding, Calif. Shyloh traveled for the Lord to Ireland, Spain and Mexico, along with doing Christian mission work here at home in the United States.
Whitefish police
arrested a man and a woman on suspicion of partner assault on O'Brien Avenue after a 911 call came from there Sunday night.
Kalispell police
who went to a report of screaming on Cooper Lane found only a woman vacuuming and some noisy children.
Eugene 'Snooks' Aageson, 88
Eugene "Snooks" Aageson, 88, a longtime resident of Havre and Hill County, died Thursday, April 6, 2006, at the Benefis Care Center in Great Falls. Snooks had suffered from Alzheimer's disease the past several years, and his death occurred one week to the day of the death of his wife, Laura Aageson.
Stolen ATM recovered minus cash
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Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations, Fourth Avenue East.
Newborn baby's body unearthed
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Columbia Falls police
arrested a boy at the high school Monday after threats were reportedly made against a teacher.
Gravel pits: County moves to revise limits
Seven months ago, the Flathead County commissioners approved a zoning text amendment that dramatically increased the number of zoning districts where gravel pits can be prohibited.
Robert 'Bob' Eugene Gillet, 82
Robert "Bob" Eugene Gillet, 82, of Great Falls died on April 7, 2006, of natural causes in a local hospital in Great Falls. He was U.S. Army veteran.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a variety of complaints about shooting during the weekend. A resident on Hoffman Drive didn't like the way a youth was shooting at a turkey so close to a house. On Aspen Loop, paintballs were shot at a house. Also on Aspen Loop, someone heard a bang and then discovered a hole in the wallboard and a bullet on the floor. Eggs were fired at a home on Arbor Drive East.
Alarms
The Kalispell Fire Department went to an accident with injuries near the college Monday.
Monday, April 10
Andrew Michael Ricks, 6
Andrew Michael Ricks, 6, passed away Friday, April 7, 2006, near his home in Kalispell. He was born in Kalispell on Feb. 13, 2000, to Kenneth and Stephanie (Crosby) Ricks.
Kalispell police
Sunday morning dealt with a car-truck collision at South Main Street and 12th Street, which sent two people to Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Information about the severity of the injuries was unavailable.
A woman reported
to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office Sunday that her husband had sex with their teen daughter.
Search of lake for man's body put on hold
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Columbia Falls police
and the Flathead County Coroner's Office responded to a dead body found Saturday afternoon in a 10th Avenue home in Columbia Falls.
Today
3 City of Kalispell will dispose of all unclaimed found bikes today. If you lost a bike between October 2004 and September 2005 contact Mike Hall, Kalispell Police Department prior to this date.
The Evergreen Fire Department
put out a fire Saturday afternoon beneath a trailer home near Montana 35.
Sunday, April 9
Esther Marion Montgomery, 88
Esther Marion Montgomery, 88, passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Today
Palm Sunday Choral Festival 4 p.m. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Polson. Seven church choirs and worship teams with the Copeland Memorial Ringers and Great Scots Pipe and Drum Corps will perform. Spaghetti dinner following concert, in church basement for either a 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. seating. Free will offerings go to Polson Ministerial Association's Helping Hands Fund. Call Donna Rowold at 883-1234.
Will Karl Marx have the last laugh?
Karl Marx lost the battle, but he may be winning the war.
Bravettes drop doubleheader
The weather was inconsistent, but the Bruins weren't.
Immigration is a privilege, not a right
The debate about illegal immigration has to start with one word - illegal.
Dwyer springs into action
Healthy business
Withey's Health Foods more than doubles its store space
Border barbershops a fascination for one Kalispell photographer
The faces. The stories. The history.
Maintenance keeps ALERT flying
A meticulous maintenance program has given the ALERT helicopter crew an extra measure of security as the helicopter lifts into the sky to save lives.
Whitefish police
responded to a complaint of criminal mischief on Central Avenue. They arrested a 38 year-old-man for assault and a 24-year-old man for criminal mischief, disorderly conduct and resisting a police officer.
Florine 'Patrick' Box 81
Florine "Patrick" Box, 81, passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Columbia Falls police
arrested a man, 51, for DUI on U.S. 2 near the Glacier Inn Motel at 1:59 a.m. Saturday.
Polson boys knock off Corvallis
Girls win over Corvallis
David Joseph Berger, 90
David Joseph Berger, 90, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Flathead County Sheriff's Department
took a report of road damage on Star Meadows Road. Apparently, gravel trucks tore up the asphalt delivering 25 loads of gravel.
A Kalispell resident
reported Saturday that someone attacked and maimed his sawhorses on First Avenue West. They were apparently in charge of guarding the back lawn.
Saturday, April 8
George S. McBride, 88
George S. McBride, 88, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Today
25th regional Early Childhood Conference, WestCoast Kalispell Center Hotel. Registration 7:30 a.m. Sessions from 8 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Call 756-1414.
Bachelor party turns tragic
A bachelor party on Whitefish Lake turned tragic Friday when one man presumably drowned.
Boy dies in four-wheeler accident
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Big Mountain has record year
Resort closes season on Sunday after 300,000 skier visits
Christ Lutheran groundbreaking Sunday
Whitefish church to start construction work on 43,000-square-foot facility
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a woman at a domestic disturbance on Fifth Avenue West Thursday. She was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, obstructing an officer, assault, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and on a warrant. While in police custody, she allegedly spat on an officer, adding a charge of assault with a bodily fluid to the list.
FHS sweeps CMR to open track season
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Whitefish Fire Department
Whitefish Fire Department went to a gas line on Fraser Avenue that had been hit on Friday.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a woman on Van Avenue on a charge of family member assault.
Rising to new levels
Kalispell gymnast shines at region events on bars, floor and all-around
Bravettes split with Sentinel
Russell L. Cornish, 78
Russ was born Nov. 9, 1927, in Demaine, Saskatchewan, to Freeman and Mable (Anderson) Cornish. At the age of 15, when the family moved to British Columbia, Russ fell in love at first sight with the majestic mountains - a love that was to last his whole life.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report of a section of the North Fork Road that is washed out and said to be very dangerous. The road is said to be impassable near Wurtz Hill, about 45 miles up the road.
Helping neglected Flathead children
Sooner or later, everyone needs someone to stand up for them. But perhaps no one needs someone to come to bat for them more than children suffering from abuse or neglect in their home.
Flight Path
Whitefish artist's sculpting career takes off after his chance encounter with an injured eagle
Part of Sun Road open
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Mother Goose is leading
the children into reading
Friday, April 7
Museum offers adult art classes
Stained glass is focus of spring workshops at the Hockaday
Today
North Valley Senior Citizens election of officers 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the center, 205 Nucleus Ave., Columbia Falls. Potluck at noon. Jammers perform. Call 892-4087.
UM scrimmage at Legends
Football homecomings are normally reserved for the fall season, but for Lex Hilliard and Brandon Dwyer, this will be a special spring edition of sorts for the two former Flathead High School football stars.
Highway Patrol
The Highway Patrol and Columbia Falls fire and ambulance departments went to a vehicle on Half Moon Road, after which a woman made a trip to the emergency room.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office went to a disturbance in Hungry Horse where the highlights included threats, screaming, and someone wearing gloves with spiked knuckles, but no serious injuries.
All wet in West
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Digging in
Expert gardener offers class at community college
College awards bid for new trades building
For just more than $4 million, Oswood Construction of Great Falls will construct facility for FVCC
'We're so happy Dawn got justice'
Besides the unanimity in a jury's conviction Thursday of Larry Roedel, there was a unanimous opinion that the common-law wife he killed was a loving mother, provider, employee and friend.
Contracts awarded for U.S. 93 projects
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Russell L. Cornish, 78
Russ was born Nov. 9, 1927, in Demaine, Saskatchewan, to Freeman and Mable (Anderson) Cornish. At the age of 15, when the family moved to British Columbia, Russ fell in love at first sight with the majestic mountains — a love that was to last his whole life.
Help these students solve their financing predicament
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Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police are investigating a girl's report that she was given a drug without her permission at a party. She reportedly was hospitalized as a result of the substance.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report of a backpack stolen somewhere in town.
Kalispell police
"A very small boy with a very long face" was found by Kalispell police Thursday afternoon when he missed his bus to daycare from school. The school made arrangements for the 5-year-old boy to reach his destination.
Barry Bonds, baseball and integrity
Baseball has been very good to Barry Bonds; now Barry Bonds owes something to baseball.
Gospel truth
Harlem choir shares its message of peace, joy and love with Whitefish
Four softball games, one tennis match washed out
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George S. McBride, 88
George S. McBride, 88, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Jury finds Roedel guilty of murder
Ferndale man convicted of shooting to death his common-law wife in August 2005
William J. Hurd, 59
William J. Hurd, 59, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2006, at his home in Kalispell.
Thursday, April 6
Leonard M. Benjamin, M.D., 93
Dr. Leonard M. Benjamin died April 4, 2006, in Kalispell.
Yvonne Marie Acheson, 57
Yvonne Marie Acheson, 57, of Kalispell died April 3, 2006, after a determined and courageous battle with multiple illnesses.
Zerita Angell Pauli, 84
Zerita Angell Pauli passed peacefully away at her home in Evergreen on Saturday, April 1, 2006, ending her struggle with cancer. Known affectionately by her friends and family as "Zee," she will be sorely missed by all whose lives she touched in her 84 years.
Don Neil Gasser, 81
Don Neil Gasser, 81, "was peacefully called home to be with the Lord and his beloved wife, Rosel," on April 1, 2006, at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell. He was born Nov. 9, 1924, in Cut Bank to Otto and Olive Mae (Tootsie) Gasser. Don attended school in Cut Bank and Sunburst, and graduated from Garfield County High School in Jordan.
The Evergreen and Kalispell fire departments
and Highway Patrol went to an accident with injuries Tuesday on Whitefish Stage Road.
Board approves West Valley gravel pit
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
was called on to relieve eviction friction in a couple of cases Tuesday.
Spellers demonstrate a-c-u-m-e-n at state bee
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Murder case ready for jury
Larry Roedel is accused of shooting his common-law wife in August
Catherine Purfurst
Catherine Purfurst, a devoted wife and mother, a kind and caring friend, passed away peacefully at Brendan House in Kalispell on March 30, 2006.
Whitefish committee vacancies plentiful
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Straight arrows
Bank wins lawsuit
The state Department of Transportation cannot condemn a portion of American Bank's property to revamp a key intersection in Whitefish, Flathead District Judge Kitty Curtis has ruled.
Spring season a good time for birding
It's springtime in Montana, a great time to be outdoors! Even walking out to the mailbox to pick up my morning Daily Inter Lake is more enjoyable because the robins, red-winged blackbirds and mourning doves are singing in our neighborhood.
Today
Red Cross blood drive, 12:30-5:30 p.m., at the center, 17A First Ave., Kalispell. Sponsored by the Kalispell Rotary Clubs Challenge.
C-Falls, Superior top Lions
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Hammer falls on DeLay this time
The Hammer has fallen.
On the path to parks improvements
Some participants in Kalispell meeting foresee interconnected trails, open spaces and bikeways
William J. Hurd, 59
William J. Hurd, 59, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2006, at his home in Kalispell.
Kalispell police
took complaints about children driving a go-kart on Salem Street and Teal Drive, where they struck trees and left tracks in yards.
Jean Carolyn Hogmart Lowney, 76
Mrs. Jean Carolyn Hogmart Lowney, 76, of Hartwell, Ga., died Saturday, April 1, 2006, from terminal cancer at her home.
Columbia Falls police
said two teenagers called it "ghosting" when they jumped out of a moving car and let it roll down the street before they jumped back in. Officers called it "careless driving" and wrote a ticket.
Tickets available for Bibler tours
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Whitefish police
took a complaint from Minnesota Avenue where a paintball fired from a vehicle struck a house.
Land near U.S. 93 set for auction
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Wednesday, April 5
Doris Maureen Kalvig, 67
Doris Maureen Kalvig, 67, of Blackduck, Minn., died Sunday, April 2, 2006, at NPG Samaritan Center in Blackduck.
Winona Mae Nelson, 91
Winona Mae Nelson, 91, formerly of Rutland, Vt., died, Monday April 3, 2006, in Bigfork, where she had been a resident for the past three years.
Vickie (Lenz) Donahue, 52
Vickie (Lenz) Donahue, 52, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2006, in Kalispell of complications due to her long struggle with diabetes.
The Kalispell and Evergreen fire departments
went to a motorcycle accident Monday afternoon on Rose Crossing.
Whitefish approves drainage ordinance
The Whitefish City Council on Monday moved forward with regulations that will dictate development in critical drainage areas.
Kalispell police
took a call about a woman on West Idaho Street who reportedly was so intoxicated that she could not get the key in her vehicle's ignition. Officers found she had car trouble, not a sobriety issue.
C.Falls public-works job on hold
Whether Columbia Falls will have a public works director remains in question after the City Council on Monday night tabled a decision on filling the position.
Today
School District 5 Kindergarten Enrollment Day 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Complete immunization records and birth certificate required. Children must be 5 years old by Sept. 10. Call Patty Fisher, enrollment clerk, at 751-3430.
Welcome conclusion to a sad saga
A federal jury in Missoula last week gave David Burgert exactly what he deserves - nothing.
Professor to talk about establishment clause
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Focus on forensics
Prosecutors put physical evidence in the spotlight on Day Two of Roedel murder trial
Study suggests merging 911 call centers
Flathead County panel received draft Tuesday
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
helped a man who reported his motorcycle stolen in June and found it Monday at a home near Columbia Falls.
Monday, April 3
Tanin Lee House
Tanin Lee House son of Riki House and Kathleen Albrecht of Kalispell, was born March 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 5 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Grace Lynn Goodson
Grace Lynn Goodson daughter of Scott and Kerry Goodson of Bigfork, was born March 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Lena Evangeline (Spooner) Berg, 92
Lena Evangeline (Spooner) Berg passed away Monday, April 3, 2006, at the Brendan House in Kalispell after her last battle with cancer.
Isabel Grace Phillips
Isabel Grace Phillips daughter of Jeramie and Jami Phillips of Kalispell, was born March 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 8.4 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Kashden Michael Goicoechea
Kashden Michael Goicoechea son of Amy and Sean Goicoechea of Kalispell, was born March 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, and was 20 inches long.
Solveig Elena Baumgarten
Solveig Elena Baumgarten daughter of Austin and Carly Baumgarten of Kalispell, was born March 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Isabelle Rose Webb
Isabelle Rose Webb daughter of Brandon and Anita Webb of Whitefish, was born March 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Declan Riley Finch
Declan Riley Finch son of Dave Finch and Amanda Contreras of Kalispell, was born March 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Harlie Nycole Roth
Harlie Nycole Roth daughter of Chad and Brandi Roth of Kalispell, was born March 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Claire Louise Ennis
Claire Louise Ennis daughter of Gregory Kembel and Laura Ennis of Kalispell, was born March 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Payzlee Diana Boyce
Payzlee Diana Boyce daughter of Josh and Braunlee Boyce of Kalispell, was born March 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 5 1/2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Benjamin Matthew McConnell
Benjamin Matthew McConnell son of Craig and Shelly McConnell of Kalispell, was born March 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Walter Robert Hammett
Walter Robert Hammett son of Matt and Stephanie Hammett of Kalispell, was born March 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Alexander Michael Simpson
Alexander Michael Simpson son of Michael and Heidi Simpson of Kalispell, was born March 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7.8 pounds, and was 20 inches long.
Kaedence Justin Lessard
Kaedence Justin Lessard son of Christine and Chris Lessard of Kalispell, was born March 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 6 1/2 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Michael Joe Selke
Michael Joe Selke son of Dawn Fessenden and Ken Selke of Kalispell, was born March 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Charlotte Anne Lehmann
Charlotte Anne Lehmann daughter of Kirk Lehmann of Holly Batcheller of Whitefish, was born March 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Jorden Olivia Day
Jorden Olivia Day daughter of Jeff and Cecilee Day of Kalispell, was born March 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Slow down and enjoy the road work
Patience will be a virtue on area highways this summer.
Tears and testimony
Columbia Falls police, parole officers and the Northwest Drug Task Force
arrested a man on $40,000 bond for allegedly absconding.
Whitefish police
were called when the birth parents of a child reportedly showed up at the home of custodial parents. The intruders left.
Kalispell police
took a report from a resident who says a neighbor threatens to kill the resident's pets.
Kalispell and Smith Valley fire departments
went to a vehicle accident in Kila that resulted in an injury Sunday.
Today
3 AARP Driver Safety Program for all drivers age 50 and older, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and April 6, The Summit, Kalispell. Instructor Dick Taylor. $10 course fee. Call 751-4500 to register.
Art Denny Rundhaug
Art Denny Rundhaug passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2006, at Desert Springs Hospital in Las Vegas after suffering a long bout with COPD.
Civilized behavior
was in short supply Sunday, based on calls to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
Local Births
Claire Louise Ennis, daughter of Gregory Kembel and Laura Ennis of Kalispell, was born March 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Waterton lights prairie fire
By JIM MANN
Sunday, April 2
Laura Aageson, 86
Laura Aageson, 86, of Havre, died of natural causes on Thursday, March 30, 2006, at a Havre hospital.
Charles Edward Willoughby, 55
Charles Edward Willoughby, 55, passed away Thursday evening, March 30, 2006, near Homestake Lake, doing something he loved in the outdoors.
Two cents' worth
Whitefish resort tax brings in more than $10 million in 10 years
Two people
Two people were reportedly assaulted at City Brew on Heritage Way Friday night. A man called Kalispell police to report the suspect had driven away in a white Toyota pickup.
Trial begins Monday in Ferndale shooting
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Poker aces
Thirteen players try to beat the odds - and each other - in a high-stakes game of Texas Hold 'Em in Whitefish
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 41-year-old man at Stageline Pizza for disorderly conduct.
Someone called
Someone called the Flathead County Sheriff's Office after an acquaintance failed to return the white Thunderbird he had borrowed. According to the report, the man was supposed to return the car after finishing some work in Lakeside.
Polson boys, girls top Bigfork netters
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Charles D. Van De Kop, 75
Charles D. Van De Kop, 75, of Kalispell, died of natural causes March 30, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Winifred 'Winnie' Osburnsen, 87
Winifred "Winnie" Osburnsen, 87, peacefully passed away on March 28, 2006, surrounded by family at her daughter and son-in-law's home in Whitefish.
A political rush is on in Flathead County, and it should deliver one of the liveliest primary elections in recent memory.
A vibrant election season begins
Cost concerns arise for school project
School wants to confirm costs for Flathead High
Resort taxes have yielded big improvements for five cities
Whitefish is in an elite class of communities able to tap into the state law that allows local-option taxes in resorts communities.
Whitefish bike path
Karen and Tom Weber of Kauai, Hawaii walk the pedestrian and bike path through Riverside Park in Whitefish. Chris Jordan/Daily Inter Lake
Invention solves puzzling problem
Man's Puzzle Packer lets jigsaw fans go mobile
A 44-year-old woman was killed just north of Polson early Saturday morning in a one-vehicle rollover.
Woman dies in rollover
Libby opens season by whipping C-Falls
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Reporting, opinions and 'just plain rude'
Last week's column on the mainstream media elicited many responses, most of which agreed with me that East Coast reporters have a tendency to skew the news with their own left-leaning viewpoints.
Today
40th annual Creston Auction begins at noon today, 12 miles east of Kalispell on Montana 35. Fundraiser for Creston Fire Department. Call 261-5913.
Saturday, April 1
Kalispell police
Kalispell police collared three youths, all aged 17, at the Evergreen Gas and Deli Thursday night after a person reported three men appeared to have broken into a home on Nicklaus Drive in the Village Greens subdivision. Two of them were charged with probation violation, and the third was charged with being in possession of tobacco and carrying a concealed weapon - brass knuckles.
Much patience will be required
Slow road to Missoula Five major construction jobs scheduled along U.S. 93 corridor
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a man, 24, on Wisconsin Avenue Thursday night for DUI, driving without a valid license and possession of drug paraphernalia.
The Bigfork Ambulance
The Bigfork Ambulance transported a man whose vehicle struck a tree on Ranch Road to Kalispell Regional Medical Center early Friday.
I am everybody I am nobody
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Auction time
Big sale today benefits Creston Fire Department
Track season starts in Libby
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Today
40th annual Creston Auction today starting at 9:30 a.m.; and Sunday, at noon, 12 miles east of Kalispell on Montana 35. Fundraiser for Creston Fire Department. Call 261-5913.
Terra Maureen Bell-Smith, 31
On Friday, March 24, 2006, Terra Maureen Bell-Smith, 31, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Las Vegas.
Africa beckons, but bikes not quite ready to roll
Whitefish couple say donated bicycles will be shipped to Mozambique in early summer
The Kalispell Street Tree Commission is looking for your recyclables for its semi-annual recycling drive today at the Flathead County Fairgrounds.
Recycling drive at fairgrounds today
Meridian, Reserve projects planned this summer
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Department
The Flathead County Sheriff's Department is investigating the disappearance of an employee, along with a company car, from Artisan Doors of Montana, a business located on U.S. 93 south of Kalispell. The vehicle was reported stolen Friday morning and the missing employee had apparently provided his employer with a false address and other personal information.
Flathead generosity still shines
The lights are shining brightly in the Lighthouse Christian Home after the success of its "Swingin' on High Concert and Dance" on March 18 at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake. Thanks to the generosity of the community, proceeds from the home's first large fundraiser since its reorganization in 2004 were twice as much as expected and will provide about 20 percent of its annual operating costs, said program manager Shirley Willis.
