Tuesday, February 28
Tanya M. Radabah, 33
Tanya M. Radabah, 33, of Kalispell passed away Friday Feb. 24, 2006, at her mother's house in Oldtown, Idaho, after a long battle with cancer.
Edith N. Schultz, 87
Edith N. Schultz passed away Feb. 25, 2006, in Whitefish. She was born June 8, 1918, one of 13 children of John A. and Anna (Olsen) Lien, in Alden, N.D., a town her father established. She lived in North Dakota until her parents passed away, and then moved to Seattle where she worked as a household manager and for Western Electric.
Explosives trigger three avalanches
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Today
3 Kalispell Police Department will be saturation patroling today for speeding, stop sign and equipment violations from Summit Ridge to West Reserve.
Richard 'Dick' Parkinson, 70
Dick Parkinson of Libby died Friday morning at St. John's Hospital after a long and brave battle with lung cancer. Dick was a longtime member of the community and a member of the David Thompson Search and Rescue.
He put the con in construction
By JOHN STANG
South Kalispell Fire Department
South Kalispell Fire Department went to a wrecking business Monday on U.S. 93 South, when several vehicles caught fire. No one was hurt.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office was occupied Sunday with parents having problems with sons. A woman on Ridgewood Drive reported her two big sons fighting, but after one left, she didn't want to give their names or have a deputy respond. Another woman, on Montana 206, said she was evicting a son and he has been selling her husband's belongings. An out-of-control son was reported on Vista Lane.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police counseled someone who has been receiving threats.
Sunday, February 26
Delores Mae Houle, 77
Delores Mae Houle, 77, passed away Feb. 23, 2006, at Valley Hospital in Spokane Valley, Wash.
Luke Marshall Warneke
Luke Marshall Warneke son of Josh and Renee Warneke of the Fiji Islands, was born Jan. 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Evan Jacob Coughlin
Evan Jacob Coughlin son of Heather Coughlin of Columbia Falls, was born Feb. 20 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces.
Today
3 AARP Driver Safety Program for all drivers age 50 and older, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and Feb. 28, St. John's Lutheran Hospital, Libby. Instructors Rick Hunting and Joyce Goss. Call 406-293-0100 to register.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
arrested a woman for drug possession in Hungry Horse.
Planners writing draft of county growth plan
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Columbia Falls police
arrested a 19-year-old man Saturday evening for drunken driving and carrying a concealed weapon, which was a pair of gloves with lead shot in the knuckles. One of his passengers was arrested for skipping bail, resisting arrest and assault. Another passenger, 19, was cited for being a minor possessing alcohol.
Red Cross fundraiser generates $20,000
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Episcopal parishes consider merging: Whitefish, Columbia Falls congregations vote on proposal March 12
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
BIRTHS
Riley Richard Moen, son of Chris and Andrea Moen of Whitefish, was born Jan. 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Polson blows by Whitefish
COLUMBIA FALLS - It's always better to give than to receive - just ask Polson senior Jen Orchard.
Shipping is global, but national security is not
Have you heard the one about the Trojan horse?
For a basketball role player like Columbia Falls senior Andrew Burgi, every minute on court is Crunchtime
Andrew Burgi worried about his flat play pushing him farther down Columbia Falls' bench. Burgi, 17, was the eighth man on a 12-man Wildcat basketball team.
Wildcats win a wild one
COLUMBIA FALLS - People will be talking about this game for a long time to come.
Realty firm marks decades of growth
All it took was a case of the doldrums to start a legacy.
Unclaimed tax refunds await those who file past returns
Nearly $5,000 in unclaimed refunds are still waiting for Montana taxpayers to file federal income-tax returns for 2002.
Kalispell's growing pains expected to continue
Kalispell's 18,000 people might increase to 25,000 by 2015, one growth estimate says.
Man sentenced for felony theft
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More help needed for big auction
Creston event a major fundraiser for fire department
Bravettes cruise by Bulldogs
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Whitefish police
arrested three men for assault after they trashed a motel room at the Pine Lodge early Sunday morning.
Kalispell police
cited and released a 36-year-old employee of the International House of Pancakes after she pushed a manager Sunday morning.
Saturday, February 25
Tuesday night mismatch?
Morrison will make her pro debut against Kalispell's super-middleweight champ Burton
Libby spills Bigfork in OT
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Whitefish boys, Ronan girls stay alive
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Friday, February 24
Lilly Cathryn Joern
Lilly Cathryn Joern daughter of Elaine and Ted Joern of Kalispell, was born Feb. 16 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 20 3/4 inches long.
Parker Alan Taylor
Parker Alan Taylor son of Vincent and Kayla Taylor of Columbia Falls, was born Feb. 18 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Collin Thomas James Lyman
Collin Thomas James Lyman son of Thomas and Jamie Lyman of Whitefish, was born Feb. 15 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Levi Lee Loyning, 29
Levi Lee Loyning, 29, was born Nov. 16, 1976, and passed away at his home Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2006.
Barbara Kay Tester, 60
Barbara Kay Tester, 60, passed away Sunday, Feb. 19, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
North Nollan
North NollanHe weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Braves win war of attrition
When Flathead took on Capital in Helena earlier this month, the Braves came out and had their worst offensive performance of the season.
Lawsuit targets W. Glacier gravel decision
The Flathead County commissioners were sued Wednesday over a decision that blocked the operation of a West Glacier gravel pit.
Today
Montana Wilderness Association Winter Snowtracking Course today in Kalispell area. Glacier Institute instructor and wildlife researcher Brian Baxter teaches participants in both classroom and field about track identification. Cost $10 per person; $5 for course materials. Suitable for children over 10 years of age. To register, call Susie Waldron, 756-6027.
Pirates, Bulldogs move on
By DAVID LESNICK
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a man on Main Street Thursday for his fifth DUI.
How do you spell w-i-n-n-e-r?
West Valley School eighth-grader claims Flathead County Spelling Bee title
Another hurdle for trails group
Ashley Creek west of Kalispell may not exactly qualify as "troubled water," but getting across it is giving Rails to Trails of Northwest Montana some problems.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office dispatched emergency services to three crashes Thursday evening, plus other accidents reported when weather turned suddenly foul. Several people were injured, although none were critically hurt, according to reports. The first was a head-on crash at about 8:30 p.m. on U.S. 2 in front of Patty Seaman Homes. Responders came from Columbia Falls, Evergreen, and Kalispell to the crash. Two people went to the hospital. A half hour later, another crash happened on the same stretch of highway, also injuring two people. Within the hour, a third crash, also head-on, happened on Big Mountain. At least one person went to the hospital.
Park OKs avalanche blasting
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What's in your perfume?
m'm'm'm good
Canyon Elementary students make 'stone soup'
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police went to Talbot Road early Friday morning, when a man was found laying in the road. He was found to be OK.
Evergreen Fire Department
Evergreen Fire Department went to Gunsite Loop Thursday when an oven fire was reported.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took reports of drivers sliding backwards on the viaduct when the road turned icy Thursday night.
Melvin Wiley Myers, 89
Melvin Wiley Myers, 89, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2006, at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell.
Pirates, Wildcats advance to finals
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Rejecting doe tag was prudent choice
The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Commission considered some pretty big changes in the state hunting regulations, and ended up making some tough choices this week.
Events
Auction today benefits man, 23
Births
Collin Thomas James Lyman, son of Thomas and Jamie Lyman of Whitefish, was born Feb. 15 at North Valley Hospital.
Thursday, February 23
Jon Paul Adams, 57
Jon Paul Adams "went to be with the Lord" on Feb. 21, 2006.
W. Eric Sjoden, 77
W. Eric Sjoden, 77, of Whitefish, passed away Feb. 21, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Columbia Falls police
arrested a boy at the high school for possession of drugs. Another boy there was investigated for disorderly conduct in an unrelated event.
County race gets second Democratic candidate
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The Kalispell Fire Department
was needed when the contents of a paper-shredding truck caught fire Wednesday.
Citizens play key role in drug battle
While the names and nature of the people arrested by the Northwest Drug Task Force change over time, one thing doesn't. The team needs the community's help to control drug trafficking.
'PULL!'
Winter trap league brings out hardy shooters
Group to hear how other counties plan for future
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Today
Habitat for Humanity Re-store for building supplies open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., south end of KME Building, 55 NE Third Ave., behind Smith's, Kalispell. Donations accepted. Call 752-2905.
Wilfred Harlon Green, 94
Wilfred Harlon Green died Feb. 21, 2006, at the North Valley Hospital in Whitefish of natural causes.
If you find $3,000 in a credit-union envelope
you could be a hero if you turn it in to the Kalispell Police Department. Someone lost it Tuesday.
Karrow Avenue subdivision OK'd
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
Andrew's excellent adventure
Whitefish man endures fatigue, isolation to win 320-mile Yukon Arctic Ultra race in Canada
Montana may join B.C. mine review
Cline Mining Corp. is proposing a major project for site near Foisey Creek
Whitefish police
were called by a taxi driver who said a man wouldn't get out of the vehicle. He did.
Our public land heritage should not be for sale
Recently the Forest Service announced a preliminary decision to sell some public lands. The agency wants to sell some of our hunting, fishing, hiking and camping land.
Judge will decide who pays state in radio case
District Judge Kitty Curtis is considering whether John Stokes or one of his creditors - or both - must pay back about $350,000 the state overpaid Stokes for property condemned near his KGEZ radio station.
Lion hunt changes approved
The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Commission has approved regulations for the 2005 season, including a new permit drawing system for mountain-lion hunting in Northwest Montana.
Industrial park ready to sell lots
The Old School Station industrial park has passed its final city step before it can sell its lots.
Bulldogs refuse to lose
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
can add two more things to the list of furniture and other items that drivers don't like to encounter on the road. One was a pile of scaffolding that blocked both lanes of traffic Tuesday on Center Street and the other was a pile of gravel that had to be scooped off Hodgson Road.
Valkyries, Vikings sweep Ronan
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Wednesday, February 22
Cletys Marie Peterson, 89
Cletys Marie Peterson was born March 26, 1916, to Frederick Doty and Christina Joyce (Keagy) Boehning, in Newton County, Mo. She passed away Monday, Feb. 20, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. Mrs. Peterson was 89 at the time of her death.
Leah Eileen Wild, 14
Leah Eileen Wild, 14, passed away Monday, Feb. 20, 2006, while snowboarding on Blacktail Mountain.
Jeffrey Eugene 'Jeffman' Scott, 45
Jeffrey Eugene "Jeffman" Scott, 45, passed away Thursday, Feb. 16, 2006, as the result of a snowmobile accident near Kalispell.
Divisional play starts today
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Lobbying reform is worth a look
Gov. Brian Schweitzer wasn't just whistlin' Dixie when he said last year that if legislators didn't pass an ethics bill, he'd take one to the voters.
Lavonne Virginia Cameron, 72
Lavonne Virginia Cameron, 72, passed away Saturday, Feb. 18, 2006, at her residence in Kalispell, after a long, courageous battle with cancer.
Whitefish ambulance and Fire Department
and Montana Highway Patrol went to a vehicle accident on U.S. 93 and Twin Bridges Road; two injured people were taken to the hospital Monday.
Senior Citizens
Columbia Falls police
arrested three teenagers for possession of alcohol after a noise complaint about an apartment on Martha Road.
Today
Evergreen School District board meets at 8 a.m. basement conference room, First Interstate Bank, 100 E. Cottonwood Dr., Kalispell.
Johnny got his gun
Whitefish police
arrested a man at a motel on warrants for stalking and probation violation. A fence was vandalized on Park Avenue.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a 911 call Monday from a woman who said her husband wouldn't let her leave the house. They were arguing about bills, she said. A deputy helped mediate.
Authorities identify girl who died in snowboarding crash
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Todd Allan Smith, 45
Todd Allan Smith, 45, died Sunday, Feb. 19, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center from ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease).
College celebrates TRIO programs
But proposed federal budget would slash funds intended to helpdisadvantaged students
Justice jobs not only for lawyers
Flathead County rescinds requirement that judges must be licensed attorneys
The Kalispell Police Departmen
t took a report of a wallet, 72 CDs and a stereo stolen on Windward Way. Video games and a player were stolen from a home on Ninth Avenue West.
Workshop on tax districts scheduled
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Doggone it, Whitefish has done it again
Group proposes public-private partnership that would create five-acre park for canines
C. Falls grad helps defuse explosive situation
Airman Mike Kegley spotted unexploded bomb near American air base in Iraq
Tuesday, February 21
Joan Park Andersen, 76
Joan Park Andersen "went to be with the Lord" on Feb. 16, 2006, at her home on Flathead Lake with her family by her side. Joan, often called Joanie by her friends, was born Sept. 21, 1929, in Amarillo, Texas, the daughter of Arthur and Olive Park. She grew up in Salt Lake City, and graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane.
If the theme was misbehavior, there were numerous variations played Sunday night
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Hooked on danger
Ask Abby Chichester what she's fears the most and you'll get a surprising answer.
Today
3 AARP Driver Safety Program for all drivers age 50 and older, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and Feb. 23, Bigfork Senior Center. Instructors George Beyera and Gail Strohschein. $10 course fee. Call 837-4157 to register.
Columbia Falls police
took a report of a CD player stolen from a vehicle on Eighth Avenue East North Monday.
Girl, 14, dies in snowboard crash at Blacktail Ski Area
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Security isn't served by this system
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Alarms
Bigfork and Creston fire departments went to a controlled burn Sunday on Montana 35.
Changes proposed for family land transfers
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
Kalispell police
took a report from a woman on Mountain Park Lane who said a man appeared at her door and said his house had been hit with eggs. He followed footprints to her home, he told her.
Angler reels in record perch: Fish weighs in at 2.39 pounds
By JIM MANN
Monday, February 20
Kalispell police
dealt with a 25-year-old woman who was found unconscious in the Scoreboard's bathroom Saturday evening and had her taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center. The hospital found Ecstasy in her body. She denied taking the drug. She was released from the hospital to a friend. A 41-year-old male driver was arrested for refusing to take a sobriety test and for having no insurance in southern Kalispell early Sunday morning.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
and the Coram Fire Department took a person beaten in a fight in Coram to North Valley Hospital Saturday evening.
Today
3 City of Kalispell Solid Waste Division will not be picking up 90-gallon containers today due to the Labor Day holiday. Today's route will be picked up on Tuesday. Have containers out by 7 a.m.
How Flathead residents can help 'Scarecrow' Sue
A benefit auction for "Scarecrow" Sue Snyder will be held in May or June.
Water works: Conservancy district gets cool reception
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
The Somers Fire Department
had to use the jaws of life to extract a victim of a one-vehicle rollover accident Sunday morning on U.S. 93, two miles south of Lakeside. The victim was taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Somers rallies in support of 'Scarecrow' Sue
Sunday, February 19
Libby Arlene Kettel, 50
Libby Arlene Kettel, 50, died Jan. 10, 2006, in Issaquah, Wash.
Alma Belle Simons, 97
Alma Belle Simons, 97, of Polson, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2006, at Heritage Place in Kalispell from natural causes.
Michael Walker Pitman
Michael Walker Pitman son of Bo and Masha Pitman of Eureka, was born Jan. 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Alexander Clay Branstetter
Alexander Clay Branstetter son of Joshua and Jacqueline Branstetter of Columbia Falls, was born Jan. 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Payton Riley Gilley
Payton Riley Gilley son of Tom and Jamie Gilley of Kalispell, was born Jan. 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Mason Shea Walsh, 9
Mason Shea Walsh, 9, "was received into the arms of Jesus" on Feb. 16, 2006, in St. Peter's Hospital in Helena due to respiratory failure.
Arionna Angelique Anderson
Arionna Angelique Anderson daughter of Leslie and Daniel Anderson of Columbia Falls, was born Jan. 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Oren Gary Peterson
Oren Gary Peterson son of Jeremy and Jennette Peterson of Kalispell, was born Jan. 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, and was 21 1/4 inches long.
Wayne Robert Beller, 51
Wayne Robert Beller, 51, a lifelong resident of Whitefish, passed away Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, at his home in Whitefish of natural causes.
Gabe Micheal Reddig
Gabe Micheal Reddig son of Elden and Sarah Reddig of Kalispell, was born Jan. 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police received a report shortly before 1 a.m. Saturday of a black pickup parked on the side of U.S. 93 by Flathead Valley Community College.
Chewing on Cheney's ankles
If we needed evidence that there is a total disconnect - a short circuit - between what happens in Washington, D.C., and what happens in the rest of America, we certainly got it last week.
Has Image
Mermaid journey
Changing times for drug team
BIRTHS
Arionna Angelique Anderson, daughter of Leslie and Daniel Anderson of Columbia Falls, was born Jan. 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Creston Rural Fire Department
Creston Rural Fire Department responded to a report Friday night of a red Chevy Colorado taking out some mailboxes on Lake Loop.
Smart investments
Montana missing out on opportunities for private equity
Methamphetamine-related charges around 30 percent
For years, officials have estimated 90 percent of the people who go through Flathead District Court are there on methamphetamine-related charges. No one really knows where that figure originated or how accurate it might have been during the peak years of meth-lab raids and arrests around 2000 and 2001.
Police to conduct saturation patrols
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They've nicknamed it Flubber
New road de-icer uses corn syrup to help reduce vehicle corrosion
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a 51-year-old man for DUI and leaving the scene of an accident Friday night. He hit two parked cars at the corner of 2nd and Central.
Stillwater wins second straight title
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Today
Art show and sale of local artists with silent auction, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., LaSalle Street Market (Apple Barrel complex) 3250 U.S. 2 E. Cookies served.
Someone called
Someone called the Flathead County Sheriff's Office at 8:30 Saturday morning to report a suspicious item just before the curves heading west on Three Mile Drive.
Keeping Whitefish affordable
It's been well over a decade since Whitefish city officials began talking seriously about affordable housing. During that time modest progress has been made in creating programs to provide housing opportunities for the resort town's low- to moderate-income residents.
Columbia Falls police
Shortly after 1 a.m. Saturday, Columbia Falls police arrested a 24-year-old man for driving under the influence on Nucleus Avenue.
Making Montana global
To compete in increasingly connected world, state must make specific improvements
FVHS takes state
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Wildcats prevail over Vikings
Changing the way schools educate
New curriculum built around career clusters
William 'Bill' Stratton Chatterton Jr., 38
William "Bill" Stratton Chatterton Jr., 38, passed away Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006, at Community Medical Center in Missoula.
Saturday, February 18
Tristen Wyatt Jorgenson
Tristen Wyatt Jorgenson son of Nicole and Laramie Jorgenson of Columbia Falls, was born Jan. 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Boston Abigail Howell
Boston Abigail Howell daughter of Jasper and Cassie Howell of Libby, was born Feb. 10 at St. Johns Lutheran Hospital in Libby.She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce.
Lucia Lieve Ghekiere
Lucia Lieve Ghekiere daughter of John and Cristy Ghekiere of Marion, was born Jan. 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 poounds, 2.8 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Haylee Rose Sundberg
Haylee Rose Sundberg daughter of Misty Archer and Tim Sundberg of Columbia Falls, was born Feb. 10 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, and was 20 inches long.
Colton Kabe Little
Colton Kabe Little son of Philip and Amber Little of Columbia Falls, was born Feb. 12 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Jasiah Alexandra Street
Jasiah Alexandra Street son of Mark and July Street of Hungry Horse, was born Feb. 10 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 9 pounds, 4 1/2 ounces.
Riley Richard Moen
Riley Richard Moen son of Chris and Andrew Moen of Whitefish, was born Jan. 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Nicholas Andrew Bruce
Nicholas Andrew Bruce son of Tom and Wendy Bruce of Whitefish, was born Jan. 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 22 1/4 inches long.
Rylan Sean Piercy
Rylan Sean Piercy son of Amber Branchcomb and Sean Piercy of Hungry Horse, was born Jan. 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Gabrielle Sue Walhus
Gabrielle Sue Walhus daughter of Angela Walhus of Columbia Falls, was born Jan. 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Katelyn Christine Ray
Katelyn Christine Ray daughter of Art and Shannon Ray of Tucson, was born Jan. 12, at Northwest Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Creston Fire Department
Creston Fire Department went to Dyer Road Thursday for a car fire.
County prevails in gravel lawsuits
Ruling upholds board decision on West Valley pit
Kalispell teen sits tall in the saddle after her rare steed, Aries, wins a top award from the London-based Cleveland Bay Horse Society
Four years ago, Jess McGlothlin began horseback riding for the first time.
An orientation meeting for anyone interested in volunteering at the Humane Society of Northwest Montana gets under way at 10:30 a.m. today at the Adoption Center, 3499 U.S. 93 N., in Kalispell.
Orientation for volunteers today at Humane Society
Big Sky bumps Flathead
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McCulloch says school improvement not finished
The school funding lawsuit might be over as far as Gov. Brian Schweitzer is concerned, but fixing the system is not.
Today
Montana Wilderness Association Wilderness Walk, Polebridge Stroll, four miles with a 100-foot elevation gain. Easy. To register, call Dave Hadden, 837-0783.
BIRTHS
Katelyn Christine Ray, daughter of Art and Shannon Ray of Tucson, was born Jan. 12, at Northwest Medical Center.
Child safety coalition reminds parents to buckle up their kids
Wendy Olson and the Safe Kids Safe Communities Coalition have encouraged car seat and seat-belt use for more than five years.
Candy is dandy, but safety is sweeter
Although most women do appreciate flowers, candy or cards on Valentine's Day, what we need most is a safer world for ourselves and our daughters.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took a report of drug paraphernalia found at a convenience store.
E. Grant Stephens, 79
E. Grant Stephens was born March 10, 1926, to Elvis and Theodoshia Stephens in Twin Bridges, where he spent his growing-up years. He passed away Feb. 14, 2006, at the Heritage Place Care Center in Kalispell.
Whitefish downs Ronan
WHITEFISH - The Whitefish Lady Bulldogs have now rung up six opponents in row, including Friday night's 58-48 win over Ronan in the Northwestern A matchup.
Zemke, Crusaders in MCAA title game
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Eagles fly past Bravettes
After playing on the Flathead Bravettes varsity squad for four years, senior Holli Hashley heard her name ring through Flathead's gym one last time. As the only senior on the team, Friday night really was her night.
A man and a woman
A man and a woman with sleeping bags caused concern by trying to jump on a train near Essex, according to a report from the Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
Fresh out of jail, man charged with stabbing
A man who was released from jail Thursday, awaiting sentencing, was arrested hours later for allegedly going to the home of his assault victim and stabbing a man there.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a report of an usual twist on e-mails announcing bogus prizes. This one told the recipient she won a prize in England and if she doesn't claim it, she will be charged a fee.
Josephine 'Jo' Carol Mercer Clark, 87
Josephine "Jo" Carol Mercer Clark, 87, passed away Friday, Feb. 17, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
It's cold
Flathead endures February freeze
Friday, February 17
Arthur L. English, 69
Arthur L. English, 69, of Ocean Shores, Wash., died Jan. 28, 2006, in Aberdeen, Wash., after a brief bout with cancer.
F. Grant Stephens, 79
F. Grant Stephens was born March 10, 1926, to Elvis and Theodoshia Stephens in Twin Bridges, where he spent his growing-up years. He passed away Feb. 14, 2006, at the Heritage Place Care Center in Kalispell.
Sitting pretty
C.J. Compton gives a perm Thursday to Twila Dopp at Crevier's School of Cosmetology and Manicuring in Kalispell. Compton has been a student in the school's year-long program since September, and Dopp has received haircuts at the school since the early 1970s. The school has been in operation since 1960. Chris Jordan/Daily Inter Lake
Hashley's shot lifts Flathead
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Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took a report of money stolen from a locker at the high school.
Fire Department
The Bigfork Fire Department went to a chimney fire on Swan River Road.
Ecology group files lawsuit against Kootenai
Missoula center challenging legality of nine logging projects
Taking aim at an imaginary scandal
So where's the special prosecutor? Vice President Dick Cheney's hunting accident, in which he peppered a friend with a shotgun round, has generated a predictably over-the-top reaction from the Beltway press.
Dinosaurs brought to life in Whitefish
Theater group travels back to prehistoric times
Whitefish police
Whitefish police faced challenges when power went out for an hour Thursday. The traffic light at the intersection of U.S. 93 and 40 went out, leaving drivers to their own devices.
Today
Somers School board Curriculum and Financial Committees meet at 7 a.m. at Somers Middle School.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a call from a woman who reported that when she was on her phone, she thought she heard breathing. No one was found in the house.
Guilty plea in rape case
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Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a complaint from a man on Third Avenue West North who said his ex-girlfriend came over to pick up some property and threw some belongings in the road when she left.
Wild ride, bumpy rescue for trio
Winter storm forces state helicopter to land at Spotted Bear
Horelick scores 22 points in Libby victory
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Swan Valley conservation plan finalized
Voluntary agreement protects forest lands, fish habitat and public access
Racicot-led group fights asbestos bill
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Flathead fades down the stretch
It was shaping up to be a night to remember for Flathead.
Pertussis, tuberculosis detected
Five cases of pertussis (whooping cough) and one of tuberculosis have kept public health officials busy as they track down others who had contact with the infected individuals.
Women's visions
Modern dance troupe on stage
Snowmobile crash kills C. Falls man
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Thursday, February 16
Betty Lou Hagestad Eslick, 77
Betty Lou Hagestad Eslick passed away on Feb. 14, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Hospital after a short illness.
Pay to play one step closer for Flathead
Pay to play, or fund activities some other way?
Skier being treated for injuries
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Eureka loses 8-B opener
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Langohr to lead Glacier
Flathead principal to head new school
Donald A. Davall, 77
Donald A. Davall, 77, passed away, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2006, at his home in Columbia Falls of natural causes.
Finance firm sues over Dasen search
Budget Finance, a company that was formerly operated by convicted Kalispell sex offender Dick Dasen Sr., has filed suit against the city of Kalispell, Police Chief Frank Garner, six individual police officers and other unnamed people.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office deputies
and others arrested a couple on Dodd Road Tuesday night after serving a search warrant. Charges are pending against Tammy Olson, 36, and Jody Evans, 30. Patrol Commander Pete Wingert said officers seized a gram and a half of methamphetamine, a small amount of marijuana, and five guns.
Island ram population to be trimmed
Seven bighorn sheep rams will be killed and removed from Flathead Lake's Wild Horse Island as part of a statewide bighorn sheep health and disease project.
Center would be downtown diamond
A showplace for art in the Flathead Valley and a centerpiece for downtown Kalispell took a big step forward Tuesday when the owners of the downtown mall property donated land for a new 1,300-seat theater.
Whitefish police
stopped a driver on a windshield-wiper violation on Spokane Avenue.
Stanley Arthur Taylor, 76
Stanley Arthur Taylor, 76, passed away on Monday, Feb. 11, 2006, at Franciscan Hospice House in University Place, Wash.
Columbia Falls Fire Department
went to a fire Wednesday at the community trash site.
Two seek museum board seats
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Kalispell police
helped find a man with dementia whose wife reported him missing.
Plan to reduce fire risk targets Trail Creek area in North Fork
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Vernon L. Edwards, 58
Vernon L. Edwards, 58, of Eureka, died Sunday, Feb. 12, 2006, in Iowa from natural causes.
Trail plan takes first step forward
Ambitious project could link 13,000 acres of land near Whitefish
Elizabeth Erhun, 92
On Monday, Feb. 6, Father Gregory of the Greek Orthodox Church of Annunciation in Missoula came to Kila and gave Elizabeth Erhun last rites. Six days later, on Feb. 12, 2006, Elizabeth, 92, died peacefully in her home in Kila which she shared with her daughter, Azade, son-in-law, Alan, and two grandsons, David and Noah.
Flathead, Sentinel square off tonight
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Columbia Falls police
took a report of a cell phone stolen from a vehicle at Super 1.
Wednesday, February 15
James Lewis 'Jim' Daley, 71
James Lewis "Jim" Daley, 71, died Sunday, Feb. 12, 2006, at HealthCenter Northwest.
District tournament action next for Eureka boys, girls
So far, Eureka has navigated its way through District 8-B girls basketball play without any major problems.
The Evergreen Fire Department
went to a chimney fire Monday night on Reserve Drive.
Shell out a few bucks for 'Ransom of Red Chief'
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United Way seeks review by residents of Flathead
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Land sale has few selling points
The Bush administration may have bitten off way more than it can chew with its recent proposal to sell Forest Service lands to raise money for a costly, but necessary, county reimbursement program.
A valentine gift for Kalispell
Hotel company announces donation of land for Glacier Performing Arts Center
Hazel Ellen Roberts Johnson, 60
Hazel Ellen Roberts Johnson, 60, passed away Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, 'to be with God and her forever love, Tom.'
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
kept busy Monday evening with vehicle accidents across the county. Among the crashes to which they dispatched emergency personnel were a rollover on Montana 40 and Conn Road, a vehicle on its side north of Whitefish, a rollover south of Bigfork, two crashes on Montana 35, an accident south of Somers that left a vehicle hung up in a fence, a rollover near Coffee Traders south of Whitefish, and a crash on U.S. 93 south of Lakeside that launched one vehicle off the highway and left another in the traffic lane.
In the bark-worse-than-bite category:
Kalispell police Tuesday were called to Woodland Park, where a graying man, missing some teeth, yelled at passersby from his 1990s blue passenger car.
Esther Kauffman, 85
Esther Kauffman, 85, passed away Sunday, Feb. 12, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Downhill racer injured in crash
Columbia Falls police
added a disorderly conduct charge to a man who was in jail for contempt after he did some vocalizing in his cell.
Council seeks 7 for panel on fees
The Kalispell City Council is seeking people to serve on a committee to help map out the city's proposed impact fees on new developments.
Moose Lodge wants gaming machines back
Members of the Whitefish Moose Lodge will make their case Thursday to restore gaming machines at the lodge.
Today
MOMS (Mothers Offering Moms Support) meets 9:30-11:30 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 400 W. California St., Kalispell. Mary Kay Wilson talks about "How We Live a Life Fully Engaged." Child care provided. Call 257-LOVE (5683).
Lincoln County to create planning board
LIBBY - Lincoln County is moving to establish a countywide planning board after a recent public hearing.
Just add water
Group proposes controlling Echo, Abbot, Peterson lake levels
Tuesday, February 14
Ryan Marshal Smith, 30
Ryan Marshal Smith, 30, a Whitefish resident, passed away at his home Feb. 9, 2006, after a long fight with sarcoma cancer.
Injured hiker rescued after fall: Helicopter plucks climber off ledge
By JIM MANN
Today
3 Public is invited to a free community lecture at 7:30 a.m. at Pathways Treatment Center, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell. Topic is "Introduction to Chemical Dependency Treatment. RSVP to 756-3950.
Changes in Boardwalk plan emerge
The developer of the controversial Boardwalk project in Whitefish has scrapped his application and plans instead to divide the project into two parts, one for each side of Wisconsin Avenue.
Museum board needs to change focus
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The Sheriff's Office
received a report about a half cord of wood disappearing from a home on Reed Lane near Columbia Falls. A wallet was reported stolen at Wal-Mart.
Whitefish police
took a report of a fifth-wheeler that was burglarized at Whitefish RV Park.
Col. Ira Paul Doctor, 97
Col. Ira Paul Doctor, 97, passed away Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006, at Health Center Northwest in Kalispell. He was born Dec. 16, 1908, in New York City to Harry and Muriel (Knapp) Doctor.
Alarms
The Evergreen Fire Department was needed Sunday on Parliament Drive when sparks were reported inside an electrical box.
Columbia Falls police
took a report of a music player stolen at the high school.
James Arthur 'Jim' Gilbertson, 69
James Arthur "Jim" Gilbertson, 69, passed away Thursday, Feb. 9, 2006, at his home in Kalispell. He was born Jan. 9, 1937, in Kalispell to Elmer and Helen (Iverson) Gilbertson.
Icy roads waylaid drivers Monday afternoon
causing a number of accidents. The Kalispell Police Department was called to 11 crashes in about 2 1/2 hours. The Flathead County Sheriff's Office dispatched emergency services to a number of crashes. Among them was one with injuries on Montana 35; Bigfork Fire and Medical responded. A reported head-on crash north of Olney caused no injuries, and the same outcome was reported on U.S. 93 near the landfill. Crashes reported on Whitefish Stage Road and on U.S. 93 near Montana Coffee Traders couldn't be found. A man went by private vehicle to the hospital after a rollover between Lakeside and Somers.
Red Cross reaches its fundraising goal:
Local donations for storm relief hit $204,000
Kalispell police
arrested a man for criminal mischief after he allegedly banged on windows and scared a woman at Big Sky Manor.
Monday, February 13
Snowmobile mishap hurts C. Falls man: Accident occurred Sunday near Red Meadow Lake
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Fern E. Moore, 96
Fern E. Moore, 96, of Polson passed away Feb. 10, 2006, at St. Luke Extended Care in Ronan from natural causes.
Kalispell police
are investigating the Saturday theft of 10 guns from a Crestline Avenue home.
Whitefish police
arrested a 30-year-old woman early Sunday morning on suspicion of drunken driving, having no insurance and having an expired license. A man in her car was arrested for disorderly conduct.
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3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center, 17A First Ave., Kalispell.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
helped round up a loose horse and mule and left them with a friend of the people who apparently lost the animals Saturday.
Could old farm be new fairgrounds?
Sunday, February 12
George F. Stebbins, 99
George F. Stebbins, 99, formerly of Kalispell, passed away Feb. 4, 2006, in Vancouver, Wash., just short of his 100th birthday.
Jonathan Edward Schritz
Jonathan Edward Schritz son of Stephen and Michelle Schritz of Kalispell, was born Jan. 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Alisha Sueann Chandler
Alisha Sueann Chandler daughter of Rudy Chandler and Dana Zoutte of Kalispell, was born Jan. 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Jacob Joseph Thompson
Jacob Joseph Thompson son of Garth and Jennifer Thompson of Somers, was born Jan. 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8.5 pounds, and was 22 inches long.
Nathan Allen Hanks
Nathan Allen Hanks son of Kevin and Renee Hanks of Kalispell, was born Jan. 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces.
Olivia Joan Keller-Pulse
Olivia Joan Keller-Pulse daughter of Jeff and Sabrina Pulse of Kalispell, was born Jan. 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Achilles Isaac Maroney
Achilles Isaac Maroney son of Jennifer Thomas and Ryan Maroney of Dayton, was born Jan. 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 4.6 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Thelma Smith, 93
Thelma Smith, 93, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2006, at North Valley Hospital.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Department
The Flathead County Sheriff's Department received a report at 10:40 p.m. Friday from a man who claimed his sister had burglarized their grandparents' house and driven away.
Bittersweet victory
Renaissance grappler
FHS senior a winner on, off the mat
Eagle Transit may restructure bus routes
Eagle Transit hopes to pin down by July how it will rearrange its bus routes.
Schweitzer dares to be himself
Politics these days is too much about political correctness, which is why it was refreshing for the governor of Montana recently to show up at a meeting with the editorial board of the Inter Lake with a gun.
Nitrate plume confounds experts
State officials plan to do more water-quality testing in the West Valley this summer, in hopes of identifying the sources of what they say is the largest nitrate plume in Montana.
Flathead girls 3rd in state swim
HARDIN - Jenna Thiel captured a state swim championship Saturday in the 100 breaststroke and also swam on two winning relays, helping the Flathead High School girls finish third in the team standings.
James Sylvan 'Jim' Baker, 62
James Sylvan "Jim" Baker, 62, died of natural causes at his residence in the evening of Thursday, Feb. 9, 2006, in Kalispell.
Couple settles case over son's traffic death
A Lincoln County couple has settled their claim against the county and its sheriff's office for the traffic death of their 15-year-old son.
Evicted
Greenwood Court trailer owners told to move
It's a Small world
Flathead rally falls short at G. Falls High
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Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 24-year-old man for DUI at 11:30 p.m. Friday.
Bravettes gun down Bison, 58-46
Flathead's hot 3-point shooting keys victory
Three kids
Three kids walk into a store and buy 5 dozen eggs.
'Amazing snow' a skier's delight
Ski visits soar along with the snowpack
There are changes under way in Detroit which in their own way could be as revolutionary as the assembly line that Henry Ford used to build his fortune and his classic cars.
Automakers looking at long term
Births
Alisha Sueann Chandler, daughter of Rudy Chandler and Dana Zoutte of Kalispell, was born Jan. 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Saturday, February 11
Addy Rose Knotts
Addy Rose Knotts daughter of Carrie and Clint Knotts of Kalispell, was born Jan. 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Mckayde Robert Glenn Clevenger
Mckayde Robert Glenn Clevenger son of Josh Clevenger and Cari Webb of Kalispell, was born Jan. 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Wyatt Joseph Barnes
Wyatt Joseph Barnes son of Ivan and Darika Barnes of Bigfork, was born Jan. 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Estelle Jeanette Will, 84
Estelle Jeanette Will, 84, died Sunday, Feb. 5, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Actor factor
Program offered by the Whitefish Theater Company allows children in kindergarten through eighth grade to tap their inner spirits
New Covenant helps Louisiana church
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Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took a report of a wallet possibly stolen at Smith's.
Columbia Falls Fire Department
Columbia Falls Fire Department went to Ohs' Body Shop where a cardboard box smoldered Thursday.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office arrested a man at a disturbance in a home on Mission Way South at about 3 a.m. Friday.
Today
Habitat for Humanity Re-store for building supplies open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., south end of KME Building, 55 NE Third Ave., behind Smith's, Kalispell. Donations accepted. Call 752-2905.
Births
Mckayde Robert Glenn Clevenger, son of Josh Clevenger and Cari Webb of Kalispell, was born Jan. 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
State-ing their case
Flathead, Libby, Whitefish all off to solid starts in Day 1
The Alpine Artisans Wine and Chocolate social gets under way at 1 p.m. Sunday in Seeley Lake.
Wine, chocolate social is Sunday
Beulah Sandenaw Wigfield, 93
Beulah Sandenaw Wigfield, 93, of Polson, died of natural causes on Feb. 9, 2006, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a report of a man living in a van down by the bank on East Montana Street. He had reportedly tapped into an electrical outlet there at night. He will be asked to move on
Timely effort by FHS swimmers at state
Brady, Jenna Thiel, girls 200 freestyle relay seeded first for today's finals
Forests may sell land to pay counties
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a man for having an open container of alcohol on Central Avenue early Friday morning.
the valley in support for youths, research
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Friday, February 10
Cheslie Herbert Hunt, 88
Cheslie Herbert Hunt, 88, of Whitefish, passed away Feb. 7, 2006, in Bozeman.
Mary B. Kennedy, 94
Mary B. Kennedy, 94, former resident of Purcell, Okla., Colorado Springs, Colo., and Wexford Place in Kansas City, Mo., passed away Sunday, Jan. 29, 2006, at Liberty Terrace Care Center in Liberty, Mo.
Braves vanquish Knights
Flathead outscores Hellgate 44-17 in 2nd half, wins 70-48
Designation in hand, the pressure is on
Critical habitat addition for endangered white sturgeon spawns disagreement between ecology group and Army Corps of Engineers
Friday
Flathead Spay and Neuter Task Force rummage sale and raffle fund-raiser, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Feb. 11, Bethany Lutheran Church, 8558 Montana 35, Bigfork, in the Ark (building behind church). Raffle items include handpainted dog dishes, jewelry and more. Call Debbie at 837-6280.
And stay out! is the message
to a drunk man who caused a disturbance at Casey's bar. Whitefish police responded.
Major donations added to Hockaday collection
The Hockaday Museum of Art in Kalispell has received a number of major donations to its permanent collection.
Church almost ready to move
How do you move a 120-ton church?
Cedar Creek study OK'd
Columbia Falls wants to know whether a road can be built on 120-acre tract of rugged public land
Flathead swimmers a close-knit crew
Twelve seniors will compete in their final meet at state in Hardin
Kalispell police
plucked a stumbling man from traffic after a complaint that he was almost hit by a vehicle. He got a ride to a motel. Two more unbalanced walkers were reported on 11th Street West.
Polson girls remain perfect in Northwestern A basketball
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Wheels of justice need trained driver
Two people will be elected as Flathead County justices of the peace this year. Whoever they are, they'll bring law degrees with them.
The Columbia Falls Fire Department
checked out a gas smell Wednesday at Hidden Meadow Lane and went to a community trash container fire Thursday.
Lawyer objects to job qualifications for judges
State Sen. Jerry O'Neil asks county to rethink new requirements
Deborah Lynn Webb, 51
Deborah Lynn Webb 'went to be with our Heavenly Father' on Monday, Feb. 6, 2006. She battled with cancer since 2000. She fought it with everything she had, but 'when God called her home,' she was ready.
Gambling, gangsters and girls
Bigfork players present comedy smash 'Three Men on a Horse'
Part D gets failing grade
Tobey Schule tells Senate committee Medicare plan left patients and health professionals confused
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
is looking for a man who allegedly bit off the ear lobe of a woman during a dispute Wednesday evening at the Spinnaker bar in Lakeside. Officers reportedly know who the man is and where he lives.
Thursday, February 9
Madison Reese Smith
Madison Reese Smith daughter of Ted and Lynette Smith of Columbia Falls, was born Jan. 30 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 5 pounds, 2 1/2 ounces, and was 18 3/4 inches long.
Mckinley Ray Bean
Mckinley Ray Bean daughter of Matt and Traci Bean of Kalispell, was born Jan. 30 at North Valley Hospital.Paternal grandparents are Steve and Mary Nicks and Butch Bean of Boise, Idaho. Maternal grandparents are Jay and Chris Scott of Kalispell.
McKenzee KayLyn West
McKenzee KayLyn West daughter of Dillon and Aleysha West of Columbia Falls, was born Jan. 26 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds and was 20 inches long.
Carter Donovan Dunston
Carter Donovan Dunston son of Brandon and Ashley Dunston of Kalispell, was born Jan. 13 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Poliana Yablonskaya
Poliana YablonskayaPoliana joins Inna, 17, Pavel, 14, David, 12, Vlyana, 4, and Virsavia, 5.
Dakota Ann Shepard
Dakota Ann Shepard daughter of Milan and Lisa Shepard of was born Feb. 2 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 19 inches long.
Savannah Elizabeth Anderson Henke
Savannah Elizabeth Anderson Henke daughter of Jake and Chelsea Henke of Trego, was born Feb. 5 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, .4 ounces and was 19 inches long.
Piper Marie Buzzell
Piper Marie Buzzell daughter of Gabe Buzzell and Stephanie Mollohan of Kalispell, was born Jan. 24 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Elliot Jeffrey Cowie
Elliot Jeffrey Cowie son of Jeffrey and Emily Cowie of Whitefish, was born Jan. 23 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Jack McGuire, 65
Jack McGuire passed away Feb. 7, 2006.
Donated hunt winds up with giant black bear
Last winter, at the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation banquet in Kalispell, local hunter and Elk Foundation supporter Archie Lorentzen won a spring bear hunt in Saskatchewan.
Death Row
Libby's Greenchain gang has been murdering the opposition
County asks Congress to help revamp 911 system
Flathead officials seek $5.81 million to improve, consolidate emergency dispatch
Kalispell police
took a report from a woman who said the man who hit the window of her vehicle at the Bulldog bar has a problem with her and her husband.
Racers tackle downhill course
There was a bit of farming going on in Ptarmigan Bowl this week.
Cracking down on Whitefish sewage violations
Enforcement action by the state Department of Environmental Quality includes $31,700 in fines for five overflow incidents
The Smith Valley Fire Department
went to Yodelin Ridge on Tuesday for an oven fire.
Man, 18, acquitted of rape charge
Chaz Carraway had denied assaulting former girlfriend
County implored to restrict municipal land grabs
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Olympic connections Downhill dynasty
Talent runs deep in Persons-Moe family
Whitefish police
arrested a 16-year-old boy on drug charges at the high school.
Columbia Falls police
went to Martha Road, where one child reportedly threw a nickel at another child.
At a little before 6 a.m. Wednesday, someone reported horses loose on U.S. 2
near Brunner Road. Minutes later came the call that a Frito Lay truck had hit the horses. One lay dead on the road north of the airport; another was dead beneath the truck. The driver was taken to North Valley Hospital, and the horses' corpses were hauled away later.
Kalispell man survives rock slide
Sam McBride heard it before he saw it.
Whitefish plan ambitious, thoughtful
It doesn't hurt to dream big.
Today
Habitat for Humanity Re-store for building supplies open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., south end of KME Building, 55 NE Third Ave., behind Smith's, Kalispell. Donations accepted. Call 752-2905.
Shake up winter at Cabin Fever Days this weekend
Annual fundraiser in the Canyon begins Saturday and benefits local charities
Local Births
Carter Donovan Dunston, son of Brandon and Ashley Dunston of Kalispell, was born Jan. 13 at North Valley Hospital.
Michele A. 'Missy' Sawyer, 40
Michele A. "Missy" Sawyer, 40, passed away Monday, Feb. 6, 2006, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center from the result of a stroke.
Wednesday, February 8
Charles David Nelson, 85
Charles David Nelson, 85, passed away Sunday, Feb. 5, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Cartoon Jihad no laughing matter
Woe to those who offend.
Here's a good idea if you plan to drink and dash at a bar:
Don't leave your identification behind at the table. The Finish Line bar might be happy to return it to its owner for payment of the $22.25 tab he left without paying.
Michael Gerard 'Mike' Klopp, 60
Michael Gerard "Mike" Klopp, 60, died Friday, Feb. 3, 2006, at his home in Kalispell.
Flathead avoids shocking loss
January reigns as Glacier's wettest month
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Council OKs casino next to Town Pump
South Kalispell's Town Pump station will add a casino with a liquor license.
James Albert 'Jim' Chapman, 73,
James Albert "Jim" Chapman, 73, passed away Jan. 30, 2006, at the Colonial Manor in Whitefish.
Optimism & prayer
Flathead girls, Bigfork boys notch basketball victories
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Suspect charged in hit-and-run on baby stroller
A Kalispell woman was charged Tuesday in a hit-and-run accident that injured a baby in a stroller.
Alfred 'Bud' Clair Holden, 86
Alfred "Bud" Clair Holden, 86, passed away Saturday, Feb. 4, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Zone change paves way for C. Falls subdivision
City Council affirms Jan. 10 decision of Planning Board
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took conflicting reports from people involved in a disturbance on North Ferndale Road. A woman said her boyfriend pounded on her car, trying to break her window. He said he had a bloody knee because she hit him with the car.
Rape suspect says sex was consensual
Trial of Chaz Carraway, 18, expected to conclude this morning
Bigfork Fire and Medical
helped a bleeding man outside on Montana 35. He went to the hospital.
Today
Evergreen Water and Sewer District board meets at 7 a.m. at the district office, 130 Nicholson Dr.
Five to join WHS Hall of Fame
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Whitefish stormwater plan costly, complex
Public can comment at Monday meeting
Monday, February 6
Betty Clapper Fauerso, 81
Betty Virginia (Clapper) Fauerso, 81, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, "went to be with our Lord and Savior" on Jan. 24, 2006, at the Mercy Scripps Hospital in San Diego as a result of complications from emphysema and pneumonia.
Whitefish police
took a report from the Bulldog Saloon, where a man was directed to leave, but came back for a cameo appearance before the bartender called police.
Today
3 AARP Driver Safety Program for all drivers age 50 and older, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and Feb. 9, The Summit, Kalispell. $10 course fee. Instructor Tom Hines. Call 751-4500 to register.
Mountain snowpack well above average
By JIM MANN
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took reports of one woman living in a storage shed on Shady Glen Drive and another living in a vehicle on Woodland Park Drive.
Remember: It's about the voters
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Fantastic 4: They've made the Braves the hot ticket in town
It's early Wednesday evening at Flathead High and the halls are deserted. With the school blessedly bathed in silence, the only sounds are emanating from the gym.
The Whitefish Fire Department
went to a home on Pine Avenue where electrical wiring is suspected of causing a small fire on the porch.
Writer with a cause: Son's recovery from cancer drives novelist
Kalispell police
were called to the Finish Line bar Sunday when an older man in a flannel shirt caused a disturbance. His swan song before he was ejected from the bar was to throw a drink at the bartender. In the parking lot, he yelled about aliens and banged on vehicles until police sent him on his way.
Columbia Falls police
took a report of a rock thrown through a window on Riparian Drive.
Sunday, February 5
Eleanor Rose Barber
Eleanor Rose Barber daughter of Stacie Barber, was born Dec. 30 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Hunter Thomas Lisowski
Hunter Thomas Lisowski son of Tadius and Catherine Lisowski of Kalispell, was born Jan. 4 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Anastazia Rea Loveless
Anastazia Rea Loveless daughter of Jeff and Tiffany Loveless of Kalispell, was born Jan. 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 3 1/2 ounces.
Kinzey Renee Davis
Kinzey Renee Davis daughter of Gene and Kristi Davis of Kalispell, was born Dec. 31 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Clara Rose Haag
Clara Rose Haag daughter of Benjamin and Katie Haag of Bigfork, was born Jan. 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Isabelle Trinity Dyer Rodriguez
Isabelle Trinity Dyer Rodriguez daughter of Sarah Rodriguez and Christopher Dyer of Kalispell, was born Dec. 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Joey Elizabeth Rooney
Joey Elizabeth Rooney daughter of Jacquelyn Rooney and Abram Tamez of Kalispell, was born Jan. 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Dameon Michael Reinhard
Dameon Michael Reinhard son of Darryl Reinhard and Jenni Dass of Kalispell, was born Jan. 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 2 1/2 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Lauren Eva Ruonavaara
Lauren Eva Ruonavaara daughter of Richard and Kristina Ruonavaara of Kalispell, was born Jan. 4 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Station owner says he'll dodge forced sale sale
The legal advertisement says the KGEZ radio station will be auctioned off in a Feb. 22 sheriff's sale.
State extends comment period on gravel pit proposal in W. Valley
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Belly dancers learn to roll with the music
Feel the beat
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 23-year-old man in the Burger King parking lot at 11:45 p.m. Friday. He was arrested for DUI, possession of drug paraphernalia, not wearing a seatbelt, no valid driver's license and driving without insurance.
Libby's Neil Fuller coached the Pittsburgh Steelers' defensive star in high school
Today
Red Cedar Circle of the Flathead Valley leads sacred and healing ceremonies, songs and dances, noon to 4 p.m., Glacier Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1515 Trumble Creek Road, Kalispell. Admission by donation. All welcome. Call Jill Fanning at 862-8070, or Laurel Emert at 863-9685.
Whitefish police
At 11 p.m. Friday, someone reported three pistols stolen from a vehicle in Whitefish. Missing were a .357 magnum revolver, a .22 revolver and a .22 semi-automatic revolver.
Fantastic football
What a difference a year can make.
BIRTHS
Isabelle Trinity Dyer Rodriguez, daughter of Sarah Rodriguez and Christopher Dyer of Kalispell, was born Dec. 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Libby wrestles to divisional win
WHITEFISH - Libby's Seth Cummings knows a little about wrestling perfection.
Osweiler, Braves answer the call
Freshman nets 22 points, 13 boards in 53-46 win over Butte
Flathead qualifies 29 for state wrestling
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Kalispell police arrested two men in the south parking lot of the Kalispell Center Mall a little before 6 p.m. Friday.
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Ex-administrator seeks county job
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Edna Pickering Bruce, 91
Edna Pickering Bruce, 91, passed away of natural causes Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2006, at Heritage Place in Kalispell.
Northwest Montana real estate sales jump 25 percent in 2005
A billion-dollar market
Man charged under new keg law
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Heart of the matter
Polson on a mission to revitalize its downtown
Saturday, February 4
Burns fires back.
Sen. Conrad Burns, R-Mont., says the Abramoff attacks won't end, but he'll fight back to the end of his bid to be re-elected to a fourth term this year.
Kalispell Police
responded to a call about a driver brandishing a gun at another driver on Friday afternoon. The gun turned out to be an apple.
Today
3 American Cancer Society offers a Reach to Recovery volunteer training session 8 a.m. to noon, The Summit, Kalispell. The program pairs breast cancer survivors with newly diagnosed women for support and information. Call Corey Campbell at 1-877-488-7723, option 3.
The Flathead Sheriff's Office
investigated a burglary at a Bigfork business. Several guns were missing and a silver, 2004 Ford Excursion was stolen.
Whitefish plan passes initial hurdle
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
The Creston Fire Department
responded to a motor vehicle rollover just north of the Creston Fire Hall on Thursday night. One person was treated at the scene.
Whitefish Police
went to Grouse Mountain Lodge on Thursday night. A woman who wasn't supposed to be there was advised not to return.
Friday, February 3
Gladys E. Border, 92
Gladys E. Border (Estes), 92, of Great Falls, formerly of Whitefish, died Feb. 1, 2006, at a local assisted-living facility, of natural causes. She was a homemaker.
Today
Habitat for Humanity Re-store for building supplies open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., south end of KME Building, 55 NE Third Ave., behind Smith's, Kalispell. Donations accepted. Call 752-2905.
Respiratory infection spreading across valley
County Health Department reports 22 residents have tested positive for virus since Jan. 23
Braves take stacked lineup to divisionals
Months of sacrifice, hard work and dedication will reach their peak next weekend at the state wrestling tournament in Billings. Individuals and teams will meet for the great clash to see who comes out on top.
Officers catch chase suspect
Michael Allen Murphy, 32, arrested Thursday night at Kiwanis Park
Whitefish police
went to investigate a report of a fight on East 13th Street and found a man who was jumping out into traffic and his friend who was trying to stop him from getting hurt.
Kalispell police
took a report of a dog stolen on Kelly Road, a purse stolen from a vehicle at the high school, and license plates taken off a vehicle near the high school.
Cats' win 'almost perfect'
Unheard -of 30-5 run catapults Columbia Falls to victory over the Whitefish Bulldogs
Libby doctor lobbies U.S.senators for asbestos bill
A Libby doctor on the front line of treating asbestos disease is in Washington, D.C., this week to lobby for full Libby asbestos-victim coverage in a landmark bill headed to the Senate floor Monday.
Yvan Steblina, 88
Yvan Steblina, 88, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2006, in Kalispell.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
dispatched the Kalispell Fire Department ambulance and Highway Patrol to Wal-Mart on Wednesday night when a vehicle struck a child's stroller and left. The baby inside was not seriously hurt.
Carnival time is fun for everyone
The Whitefish Winter Carnival is the perfect antidote for the gray skies of winter that can make us blue. This year's theme, "Mardi Gras - Whitefish Style," has colorful celebration written all over it. Whitefish knows how to throw a party, and this tribute to the Big Easy should be one of their best ever.
Another attempt to delist wolves
Announcement by feds targets Northern Rockies, launches 60-day comment period
White House proposes $900 million Amtrak budget
U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg, R-Mont., says it's a good starting point
Requiem for a dream
Frustrated by a lack of funding support, five members of the Flathead County Museum Board have resigned since Jan. 1
Ex-deputy pleads guilty to 2 crimes in Chouteau
The Daily Inter Lake and The Associated Press
The Kalispell Fire Department
cleaned up fuel spilled at Town Pump. The department sent an ambulance, and Evergreen Fire Department also went to a traffic accident with minor injuries Thursday at the intersection of River Road and U.S. 2.
Glacier Park targets trailers being used as housing
Following the lead of a National Park Service initiative, Glacier National Park officials are embarking on a plan to purge house trailers from the park.
Schmidt's career game powers Bulldogs
COLUMBIA FALLS - Whitefish capitalized on a career scoring performance by junior guard Kali Schmidt and took advantage of Columbia Falls' offensive woes to post a 58-29 Northwestern A girls basketball victory Thursday night.
Thursday, February 2
Kalispell police
took a report that a mother allegedly beat her son at the hospital after he underwent surgery.
Lakeside teens suspected in burglary
Crime at Kalispell Truss was reported Tuesday morning to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Boggs to play football at MSU
The Daily Inter lake
Today
Deer Park School board special meeting at 8 a.m., the school to discuss increased enrollment/possible budget amendment.
Give State of Union due attention
Millions of people watched the president's State of the Union speech on Tuesday, but we wonder how many of them could pass a comprehension test on what it covered.
Big Arm residents rally for fire station
Big Arm's fire hall opened in 1980 - the result of volunteer work and donations. One firefighter remains from that original crew.
Red Cross to sell unusually large donation
Three injured in collision
Meeting explaining special h.s. program scheduled Feb. 7
The International Baccalaureate Programme at Flathead High School will be fully explained Tuesday, Feb. 7, at a meeting for students and parents.
Sheriff's Office compiles registry of businesses
Earlier this winter, the owner of a coffee shop was surprised to read in the newspaper that someone had apparently interrupted an overnight burglary at her business. No one from the Flathead County Sheriff's Office had contacted her. No one from the office knew who owned the business.
Columbia Falls police
are investigating a theft reported at the high school.
The Whitefish Fire Department
went to a chimney fire on Cougar Trail.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a call from someone concerned about a 20-year-old man who has been living under a stack of lumber and was going to catch a train with a ticket his father sent him. The man reportedly never got on the train and an attempt is under way to find him.
College completes 109-acre land swap
The Daily Inter Lake
Murky waters
Storm runoff puts Whitefish sewer system in jeopardy
Wednesday, February 1
Governor wisely defends taxpayers
Whether it's a show of political brass or an informed legal position, Gov. Brian Schweitzer has decided the buck has to stop somewhere when it comes to school funding litigation.
Francis C. 'Toot' Williams, 75
Francis C. "Toot" Williams, 75, of Polson, loving husband and father, " 'Daddy' went home to be with the Lord" on Monday Jan. 30, 2006, after a courageous battle with bone cancer.
United Way is creating database of help agencies
The Daily Inter Lake
Eco-groupsto file suit
over grizzly, bull trout protections
West Valley man vying for commissioner
The Daily Inter Lake
Kalispell police
will have to sort out conflicting reports that a couple made about a domestic problem on First Avenue West early Tuesday morning. A man reported that his wife tore out the phone, threw things, and behaved in a belligerent manner before he left. Two hours later, his wife called from the hospital, saying he had assaulted her.
Columbia Falls police
took a report of a house that was paintballed on Grace Road.
Bigfork JV girls sweep Stillwater
The Daily Inter Lake
Ara Roberta Weber, 91
Ara Roberta Weber passed away Jan. 27, 2006, at the home of her daughter Dolly and Duane Fite of natural causes.
Man killed in car-logging truck collision
The Daily Inter Lake
Today
School District 5 and Flathead High School board Personnel Committee meets at 7 a.m., district office.
Jeffery Steven Marrott, 32
Jeffery Steven Marrott, 32, passed away Sunday, Jan. 29, 2006, at his home in Whitefish.
Whitefish City Council picks Muhlfeld
The Daily Inter Lake
Rape suspect returns to jail
Chaz Carraway, 18, admits violating conditions of release
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report that someone tried to pry open the trunk and driver's door of a vehicle at Mark Weed Auto Sales.
Lloyd Thomas 'Tom' Jackson, 83
Lloyd Thomas "Tom" Jackson, 83, passed away Jan. 31, 2006, at Health Center North West in Kalispell. He was born Aug. 3, 1922, in Kalispell, to Samual Brinton and Pearl (Nicholson) Jackson. Tom was raised and received his education in Kalispell.
Glacier chorale conductor leaving
The Daily Inter Lake
Whitefish dreams big with downtown plan
FVCC accepts one bid, rebids another
The Flathead Valley Community College Board of Trustees accepted a low bid of $10.085 million Monday from Swank Enterprises for the new Arts and Technology Building.
