Tuesday, January 31
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took 24 hours' worth of strange calls.
Stand firm on Libby asbestos fix
Inter Lake editorial
Alarms
Bigfork ambulance went to a home on Foothill Road on Sunday when a man fell from a ladder.
Flathead County Sheriff
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a call from a business on U.S. 93, where a caller reportedly made threats.
'There's nothing tougher'
Local researchers studying wolverines have high praise for the animals.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police are investigating a report of an assault at Glacier Inn Motel.
Today
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m. at the Polson Methodist Church.
Grateful tread : Stuck snowmobiler donates cash
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police investigated a report of a rental house that was burglarized on Iowa Avenue.
On the trail of a wildlife enigma: Researchers study elusive wolverine
Through the deep snows of a Many Glacier winter and along the well-hiked Highline Trail, a team of dedicated scientists and volunteers is tracking one of Glacier National Park's enigmas: The wolverine.
Monday, January 30
County jail can't stay on back burner
It was a good idea to have impartial, professional eyes take a look at the Flathead County jail. Even better is the discussion it has already started to generate.
Sunday, January 29
Eunice E. Johnson, 84
Eunice E. Johnson, 84, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2006, at her residence in the Lake Blaine area near Kalispell.
Thiel, Stahlberg lead FHS swimmers
The Daily Inter Lake
Today
AARP Seniors Driver Safety Program for all drivers 50 and over, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., today and Tuesday, St. John's Lutheran Hospital, Libby. Instructors Joyce Goss and Rich Hunting. Cost is $10. Call 406-293-0100.
Whitefish police
arrested a 31-year-old man for drunken driving near the center of town early Sunday morning.
Teacher's new approach helps pinpoint learning problems
Margaret Girkins has seen all manner of people walk through the door at Flathead Valley Community College's Adult Learning Center during 13 years as director.
The Flathead Braves
Local nurses get national forum
A presentation developed by a team of 10 certified orthopedic nurses will get national exposure for Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Boston in May.
It was a good idea to have impartial, professional eyes take a look at the Flathead County jail. Even better is the discussion it has already started to generate.
County jail can't stay on back burner
Steeped in tradition
Whitefish Winter Carnival still wows the crowd
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
arrested a 20-year-old Whitefish man for breaking into a home with a gun. No one was hurt.
Man follows brewing ambition
Brewmaster is the title commonly given a microbrewery's head brewer.
Kalispell police
are investigating a Saturday sexual assault in an apartment.
City board wants to coordinate with county on growth
Kalispell's planning board wants to meet with its Flathead County counterpart to map out a joint vision on developments north of the city.
With friends like these
Think of it this way:
Cherry growers hear mixed news about pests
The good news for fruit tree growers: the Montana Department of Agriculture didn't find any of the seven insects it looked for in its 2005 Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey.
Bonnie Jackson, 80
Bonnie Jackson, 80, formerly of Kalispell, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2006, in Dripping Springs, Texas.
The Libby Fix:
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
Saturday, January 28
Maribelle Violet Brist, 85
Maribelle Violet Brist, our beautiful red-haired mother and grandmother passed away on Jan. 26, 2006, from a major stroke.
Izach Joseph Kaufmann
Izach Joseph Kaufmann son of Lori and Don Kaufmann of Somers, was born Dec. 10 at Kalispell Maternity and Birthing Center.Paternal grandparents are Don and Mary Kaufmann of Kalispell. Maternal grandparents are Rob and Debbie Bosley of Kalispell.
Today
U.S. Sen. Conrad Burns, R-Mont., will hold a videoconference to discuss asbestos legislation at the Libby campus of Flathead Valley Community College, Room 214, from noon to 1 p.m.
Agency: No delisting of grizzlies in Glacier area anytime soon
Although a formal effort is under way to delist the Yellowstone grizzly bear population, the Northern Continental Divide grizzly bear population is years from any possibility of delisting, said Chris Servheen, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service grizzly bear recovery coordinator.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report Friday morning of a 1992 Jeep Cherokee stolen from 10th Avenue West. It was found a few hours later at the base of Lone Pine, stuck on rocks.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a man for DUI on Spokane Avenue. A minor was charged with tobacco possession at school.
Bear proof in Evergreen
The Daily Inter Lake
Bright lights, small city
Just because Kalispell has delayed enforcement of its new outside-lighting ordinance doesn't mean neighbors can't hit the dimmer switches now
Braves run over Big Sky
The Kalispell Boat Show continues from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today, and from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at Majestic Valley Arena. It is billed as Montana's largest indoor boat show of the year.
Boat show set for this weekend
Where the bears are
Madeleine Anne Grise, daughter of Monte and Tiana Grise of Pocatello, Idaho, was born Oct. 14 at Portneus Medical Center in Pocatello.
She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21 inches long.
State insurance plan open for more children
Parents who can't afford health insurance have an unprecedented opportunity to gain coverage for their children this year.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a call Thursday about a man on Buffalo Hill who was moved to direct traffic. An officer gave him a ride to a homeless shelter. A man who aroused concern at the mall wasn't intoxicated, just slow and elderly, according to police. They gave him a ride to a motel.
Whitefish ambulance
Whitefish ambulance went to the ice rink Thursday evening to give an injured woman a ride to the hospital and to the jail just after midnight when an inmate reportedly tried to hang himself. Friday, the ambulance and fire department went to a vehicle accident with injuries near the Pine Lodge on U.S. 93.
Kids back the Wolfpack
The Daily Inter Lake
Hoopsters, horse vet all go the extra mile
It didn't take long to home in on the identities of a couple stand-up young men who lent a mechanical hand to a stranded motorist last month. The names of the two ninth-grade basketball players from Kalispell Junior High School, unknown before this column was published Jan. 14, were revealed by one of their moms and Flathead High School Activities Director Mark Dennehy.
Friday, January 27
Mabel Ann Helseth, 90
Mabel Ann Helseth, 90, died Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2006, at Heritage Place in Kalispell.
Lawyer vies for Justice Court
Kalispell attorney Lane Bennett seeks full-time judgeship
Flathead-area candidates file for Legislature
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office, Columbia Falls ambulance and fire department, and Highway Patrol
went to a vehicle rollover at the Blue Moon intersection at about 2 a.m. Thursday. The occupant of the vehicle reportedly was extricated from the wreckage and was taken to the hospital. Charges are pending. The crash knocked out the traffic light at the intersection of U.S. 2 and Montana 40.
Earl C. Tenley, 78
Earl C. Tenley, 78, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell. He was born Aug. 24, 1927, in Sardis, Ohio, the son of William and Josie Pearl (Bolen) Tenley. He attended schools in Sardis and completed the eighth grade.
New cabin-rental system for forests begins Feb. 2
The Flathead National Forest is transitioning its cabin-rental program to a national reservation system at the beginning of February.
Whitefish police
arrested a 20-year-old man who was just released from prison on charges that could return him there if he is convicted. He is charged with violation of conditional release, assault, family-member assault, possession of drugs and paraphernalia, criminal mischief, and violation of a restraining order. He allegedly went to a motel and assaulted his girlfriend's girlfriend and his girlfriend, for whom there is a restraining order, and smashed a window on his way out. When he was arrested, he had drugs and paraphernalia on him, police said.
Audtitions set for spring theater
The Alpine Theatre Project will hold preliminary local auditions for its 2006 season on Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the Whitefish Methodist Church, 1150 Wisconsin Ave. in Whitefish.
Kalispell police
took home a man who walked up and down a road, screaming profanities. Another man who was found passed out in a stairway at Brice Apartments was nudged into moving on.
Young victim accuses Dasen of fraud
Girl says former Kalispell businessman transferred assets to avoid paying judgment
Columbia Falls police
cited a man on First Avenue East for disorderly conduct after several prior warnings about the volume of his music.
Not again in my back yard
Overflowing stormwater basin creates a flood of problems for Kalispell woman
All three District Court judges seek re-election.
Stewart Stadler, Ted Lympus and Kitty Curtis will seek re-election. Terms are for six years and the race is nonpartisan.
Today
Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., and noon to 4 p.m. Jan. 28, bloodmobile, Kalispell Wal-Mart.
Doing things right - by the numbers -
There were some interesting numbers that surfaced in the past week that suggest that Montana must be doing the right things in a number of its public policies.
Whitefish walk highlights work of local artists
More than 30 downtown merchants displaying art
Late push propels Polson Pirates
FHS wrestlers hit perfection, crush Hellgate 83-0
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Thursday, January 26
Kalispell man suspected of felony sex crimes
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Intruders on property at Bear Mountain Estates
have made themselves unwelcome, according to a complaint to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office. The trespassers reportedly pile up wooden pallets, start fires, litter and damage roads by tearing around in vehicles.
Whitefish police
went to Karrow Avenue on Wednesday to check out a report of something that smelled like fingernail polish to the person who reported it. It turned out to be paint from a garage in which a man was working on a car.
Columbia Falls ambulance
picked up a person at the Nite Owl restaurant and went to the hospital with a person who choked.
Flathead speech shoots for seventh state title
Tournament begins Friday in Butte
In the starting gate
Hunters want to see more game before they back higher harvests
They came, they heard, but will they listen?
Take politics out of the process
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted on a strictly party-line vote this week to recommend approval of Judge Samuel Alito as the next justice of the Supreme Court.
Today
Flathead Special Education Cooperative Executive Council meets at 10:30 a.m., Earl Bennett Building, Room B, 1035 First Ave. W., Kalispell.
Governor says school funding has limits
Gov. Brian Schweitzer says that the state has addressed the school funding lawsuit adequately and that a coalition of schools which sued over quality education should not expect a funding "superhighway" in next year's legislative session.
County approves deal with label firm
Resource Label Group is poised for expansion, thanks to an agreement with the Flathead County commissioners.
Kalispell police
counseled a parent and a 9-year-old son after the parent reported that the boy tried to steal something from a store.
Changes at Justice Court
Office becomes court of record, adds judge
Experts: Crowding adversely affects jail
Evaluators say building has become a pretrial holding facility
Food bank loads up
Volunteers pick up moose carcasses, 13 bison donated from Yellowstone Park area
Wednesday, January 25
Eleanor Kent Reetz, 95
Eleanor Kent Reetz, 95, of Missoula, formerly of Kalispell, passed away Sunday Jan. 22, 2006, at the Riverside Health Care Center in Missoula.
Today
Evergreen School District board meets at 6 a.m. in the administration building boardroom.
Get financial-aid advice at college event
Would you like to be going to college if only your wallet wouldn't head south with matriculation?
Columbia Falls ambulance
went to Smith's on Monday for a man with a medical problem.
Kalispell police
took calls from two people concerned about a 5-year-old boy seen walking on Meridian Road with a backpack Tuesday morning. An officer found the boy, who said he was dropped off at school with his sister, but didn't want to be there, so he started walking. A patrol car delivered him back to Russell School.
Stretch run keys Valkyries
BIGFORK - With Bigfork and Columbia Falls locked in a war of attrition, whichever team got hot late was going to walk away victorious. And on the strength of a 10-0 fourth-quarter run, the Valkyries were able to push a three-point advantage to double digits and won 46-35 over the Wildkats on Tuesday night.
City seeks proposals for armory
At least four ventures have expressed interest in developing 3.5-acre site
County Attorney Corrigan seeks re-election
Flathead County Attorney Ed Corrigan filed Tuesday for re-election.
Gravel pit expansion denied
The Flathead County commissioners unanimously and emphatically denied the proposed expansion of a West Glacier gravel pit Tuesday.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
reported that it was after midnight when two men arrived at a house and told a woman not to have any contact with another woman. They reportedly made no actual threats.
Bust nets arrests of underage drinkers
The Daily Inter Lake
Columbia Falls police
took a report of partner assault on Sixth Street West.
Snowmobilers, lost snowboarder found safe Monday night
Searches for a snowboarder lost on Big Mountain and two snowmobilers stuck on the east side of Hungry Horse Reservoir overlapped Monday night.
Still time to sign up for skijoring competition
The Daily Inter Lake
Amtrak runs strong in Montana
We're glad to see ridership numbers were up last year for Amtrak's Empire Builder.
Billy Wallace Reis, 54
Billy Wallace Reis, 54, of Clark, Mo., was 'called home to be with his heavenly Father and his dad' on Jan. 16, 2006, at his home.
Col. Falls rolls to divisional speech title
Season wraps up at state meet
Park visitation down in 2005
Bed tax receipts increased for Northwest Montana last year, even though visitation was down 5.15 percent in Glacier National Park.
John Henry 'Ted' Burcham, 99
John Henry "Ted" Burcham, 99, passed away Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006, at Heritage Place in Kalispell.
Whitefish police
took a complaint of an unwanted visitor on West Lakeshore Drive on Monday night.
Tuesday, January 24
Dagney Marie Nelson, 97
Dagney Marie Nelson, 97, of Bartlesville, Okla., passed away Saturday, Jan. 21, 2006, in her home. She was born Dec. 12, 1908, in Webster, S.D., to Eva and Peder Sakariason. Dagney moved with her family to the Flathead Valley in Montana in 1911. She attended school in Kalispell.
Darlene Smithson, 67
Darlene Smithson, 67, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006, at her residence in Coos Bay, Ore. She was born June 2, 1938, in Spokane, the daughter of Bert Ira and Flora Evelyn (Turk) Amick.
Blanche E. Meeker, 77
Blanche E. Meeker, 77, a longtime Eureka resident, died Saturday, Jan. 21, 2006, in Kalispell from natural causes. She was born in Kalispell on June 16, 1928, to Floyd and Bessie Lewis Haddow. She grew up and attended school in Kalispell and graduated from Flathead County High School in 1946. She attended a business college in San Diego.
Kalispell police
were busy with alcohol-related problems Saturday night. A man who was asked to leave the Bulldog bar did, but threw a large rock through a window when outside. At Sawbuck's bar, a man said he was hit in the head by another man, who also took $100 from him. An officer invited the alleged victim to come and write a report when he is sober.
Whitefish police
went to an accident Sunday evening. A man was charged with DUI, eluding officers, having no insurance, and hit and run.
County to address gravel pit request
The Daily Inter Lake
Jail evaluation under way
By CHERY SABOL
Columbia Falls police
were called to a home on 11th Avenue West, where homeowners reportedly found marijuana in bags and bottles dating back to 1976 and 1977 under the house.
First day for filing attracts few candidates
The Daily Inter Lake
Columbia Falls ambulance and fire department
checked out smoke in a mobile home on 12th Avenue West.
Today
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 3 p.m., Christian Center, Kalispell.
New retail plaza planned for Big Mountain
The latest version of a new master plan for Big Mountain creates a retail and lodging plaza at the bottom of Chair 1 aimed at creating better synergy between skiers and service-based facilities.
Katharine 'Kathy' Mary Cloud, 78
Katharine "Kathy" Mary Cloud, 78, passed away Jan. 21, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, surrounded by family and friends.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a complaint from a man on Coverdell Road that a woman hit him in the face with her reading glasses, making his lip bleed. The couple separated for the night.
Sunday, January 22
Nora Lee Mullen
Nora Lee Mullen daughter of Alison Blair and John Mullen of Whitefish, was born Jan. 12 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Colton Patrick Freeto
Colton Patrick Freeto son of Jenny Kearns and Chris Freeto of Kalispell, was born Jan. 19 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 9 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Jocelyn June Katzenmeyer
Jocelyn June Katzenmeyer daughter of Jackie and Joseph Katzenmeyer of Kalispell, was born Jan. 11 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 5 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Ronald Clarence Dionne, 81
"Our beloved Ronald Clarence Dionne, 81, went to be with the Lord" on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2006, passing away at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Madeleine Anne Grise
Madeleine Anne Grise daughter of Monte and Tiana Grise of Pocatello, Idaho, was born Oct. 14 at Portneus Medical Center in Pocatello.She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21 inches long.
Hunter Alexander Bevers
Hunter Alexander Bevers son of Carrie Beerman and Jeffrey Bevers Jr. of Whitefish, was born Jan. 15 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Evan Michael Fisher
Evan Michael Fisher son of Brett and Kati Fisher of Columbia Falls, was born Jan. 19 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Iraq and Iran and consensus
When you read what our nation's leaders have been saying about Iran's continuing effort to develop nuclear weapons, you have to think there is a pretty good chance that our war in Iraq could soon shift east to Tehran.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office is investigating the theft of some antique wagon wheels from a home on Whitefish Stage Road, which was reported Sunday morning.
Braves maul Spartans, 55-20
After a lackluster performance on Friday night, the Braves showed up ready to wrestle Saturday. The focus paid off as Flathead beat the Sentinel Spartans, 55-20.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested two 17-year-old girls for possessing drug paraphernalia and alcohol Saturday evening.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 32-year-old man for striking another man Saturday evening. The victim was taken to North Valley Hospital. Another suspect was being sought Sunday.
Bravettes third, Braves fourth at Missoula Invitational swim
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a 47-year-old man for assault late Saturday at the Cheap Sleep RV Park.
Election season promises fireworks
Monday marks the grand opening for Montana's 2006 election season, and there is perhaps more than the usual potential for political fireworks and change.
Third candidate to run for sheriff
Bruce Parish, detective commander of Flathead County Sheriff's Office, announced Friday his candidacy for sheriff/coroner.
Today
3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center, 17A First Ave., Kalispell.
Karrow Avenue projects denied
Two projects that would open the door to growth in the Karrow Avenue corridor were turned down Thursday by the Whitefish City-County Planning Board.
Libby rules Central A Duals
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Births
Madeleine Anne Grise, daughter of Monte and Tiana Grise of Pocatello, Idaho, was born Oct. 14 at Portneus Medical Center in Pocatello.
Residential growth sets records in Whitefish
Whitefish continued to set records in residential construction in 2005, but commercial development slowed considerably last year.
Governor wants state representation on panel
Gov. Brian Schweitzer is angling for Montana representation on a British Columbia panel that would establish environmental review conditions for a major mine in the Canadian Flathead.
Barkus to seek second term in state Senate
The Daily Inter Lake
Film fading fast
Local labs increasing focus on digital photography
Job was an education in insensitivity training
On Thursday night's episode of "The Office," Michael the boss puts employee Jim in an uncomfortable situation by making inappropriate remarks during lunch at Hooters. Michael later tried to have the lunch reimbursed as a business expense.
The Smith Valley Fire Department
The Smith Valley Fire Department resuscitated an unconscious 16-year-old boy and took him to Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Building boom in Kalispell: Commercial permits, construction values increase during 2005
By JOHN STANG
Saturday, January 21
Columbia Falls Ambulance went to the Columbia Bar early Friday morning to help a man with a medical problem.
Columbia Falls Ambulance
Murderer's escape conviction is nixed
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Whitefish ties Polson; beats Columbia Falls in wrestling duals
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Icy roads wreak havoc
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police are investigating a report of assault at one of the schools.
A Kalispell couple
A Kalispell couple tried in vain to save a dog after the Pomeranian had been hit by a car on U.S. 2 near Checker Auto, and was lying in traffic. Jessica Blankenship said she and Jeff Baker believed the dog was dead and were startled to find it breathing after they scooped it up. Hoping to save its life, they called the veterinarian named on the dog's collar tag. The paging service for the clinic wouldn't call a doctor because the couple didn't own the dog. So they took it to their own veterinarian, who tried in vain to save the animal. They agreed to pay for the medical care, even though the dog didn't survive. Animal warden Mike Hall said "no one else would stop" for the injured dog. "They are very humane people."
As snowboarding's popularity has grown, so has the number of wrist injuries
Flathead flattens C-Falls
Let's get ready to … duck-duck-goose?
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police are investigating vandalism to school buses that were hit with spray paint Friday.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report from a parent who said a 7-year-old boy is harassing her 9-year-old son.
The Montana Wilderness Association is sponsoring two free workshops this weekend.
Winter survival workshops offered
but seriously, folks
Columbia Falls senior tackles new challenges at school with a straight face and a sense of humor
Today
Flathead Audubon sponsors a birding field trip to the Mission Valley. Meet at 8 a.m. at the Park 'n Ride at corner of U.S. 93 South and Montana 82. Bring lunch, binoculars or scope, and walkie-talkies. Dress warmly. Call Bob Rost at 837-2255.
Friday, January 20
Class brings '60s civil-rights fight to life
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Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a call from a parent who wanted help with an unruly 7-year-old son. An officer counseled the family.
On schedule, within budget
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a call from a boy who said a man keeps calling his house and his cell phone, speaking the names of family members. He doesn't know the man or how he got the number for the cell phone, which the boy has had only since Christmas, he said.
Whitefish ambulance
Whitefish ambulance was called to Central School to pick up a student who was out of control and take the student to the hospital.
Today
Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the center, 17A First Ave. E., Kalispell.
Braves blow out Bulldogs
Flathead moves to 8-2 with 78-54 win over Whitefish
Banzet announces bid for commission seat
Longtime businessman Gerry Banzet on Thursday announced his candidacy for the county commission seat held by Bob Watne.
Music, food for a winter's evening
Last Saturday series resumes at the Knead Cafe
High marks for disaster drill
Agencies simulate failure of Hungry Horse Dam
Gravel pit stirs up controversy
Gravel pits around Flathead County have a way of stirring up more than just dust.
Cesnik returns to court
Evergreen man, 68, resentenced for assault
Whitefish police
Whitefish police charged two 17-year-old boys and a 15-year-old boy for possession of alcohol and drug paraphernalia. At about 1 a.m. Thursday, a car was found in the middle of O'Brien, blocking traffic in both lanes. The three boys reported ran out to the car and jumped in it, and then sped off. An officer stopped them and reportedly found alcohol and marijuana pipes in the car.
Bravettes gun down Whitefish
This game featured enough flip-flopping to make any politician proud.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took reports of firewood stolen at St. Richard's Catholic Church and a coat taken at the high school.
Hockaday offers painting workshops
The Hockaday Museum of Art is offering several art classes for adults this winter taught by special guest instructors. Former Hockaday Education Director Kelly Apgar will be teaching both a cattle marker workshop and a silk painting workshop and Shawna Moore will be teaching a workshop on encaustic painting.
Mascot vote now up to the kids
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Thursday, January 19
More senior housing possible in Whitefish
An affordable-housing presentation Tuesday revealed preliminary plans for a major expansion at Mountain View Manor in Whitefish.
Woman, 34, arrested in Sunday stabbing
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Christopher Jay 'Chris' Schmalz, 21
Christopher Jay "Chris" Schmalz, 21, of Kalispell, formerly of Thompson Falls, "went home to be with the Lord" as the result of an avalanche Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006.
Snowmobile tragedy touches us all
A carefree day of ripping around the backcountry on snowmobiles Saturday turned tragic when a massive avalanche at Red Meadow Lake killed two young Kalispell people.
Today
Red Cross blood drive, 12:30-5:30 p.m., North Valley Hospital, Whitefish.
After the avalanche
Knowledge the key to surviving in backcountry terrain
City Council approves sidewalk plan
But Mayor Kennedy's workshop request means fix-up policy may not be set in concrete
Teen faces felony charge
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Christian Diaz looks for fish in his ice-fishing hole
Christian Diaz looks for fish in his ice-fishing hole during Russell School's fourth-grade field trip Wednesday morning. More than 40 children and several parents went to Smith Lake as part of the Hooked on Fishing, Not Drugs program. Students learn fish identification and anatomy in the program, and they participate in three different fishing field trips. Diaz did not see any fish in the hole. Chris Jordan/Daily Inter Lake
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's Office checked out a report that three young children were left alone at a home in the Ponderosa subdivision. Their father was home.
Alarms
Whitefish Fire Department was needed when an electrical box blew a fuse Tuesday on U.S. 93.
Catherine 'Kay' Livesay Hedman, 85
Catherine "Kay" Livesay Hedman, 85, passed away Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at the Lake View Care Center in Bigfork.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police recovered a vehicle in the library parking lot that had been stolen downtown a few nights ago.
Bigfork board pair dismissed
The Flathead County commissioners have dismissed two members of the Bigfork Land Use Advisory Committee for excessive absences.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a call Wednesday morning from a woman who said two men in an old brown car harassed her as she drove from Whitefish to Kalispell. Then, another driver reported the same problem. He said two men in their 20s in an old brown car followed and harassed him on Whitefish Stage Road and attempted to cause a head-on collision with a blue truck. He described the vehicle as a 1980s Chevy four-door, with the grille missing. He also got a license-plate number.
Kaye Helen Hursley, 68
Kaye Helen Hursley, 68, passed away Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at her residence in Lakeside.
Wednesday, January 18
Dorothy Marcella Schmaing Stenseth, 86
Dorothy Marcella Schmaing Stenseth, beloved mother, grandmother, friend to many, and "child of God," passed away Jan 15, 2006, at age 86.
Park taking offers for horseback concession contract
Glacier National Park is considering offers for a new 10-year contract for horseback-riding concessions in the park.
Judge clears way for winter logging
Lifts ban on cutting in core grizzly bear habitat
Building bolsters economy
Booming construction has increased more than the number of buildings in the Flathead Valley.
Today
MOMS (Mothers Offering Moms Support) meets 9:30-11:30 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 400 W. California St., Kalispell. Berta Duncan from the Transportation Awareness Program talks about Amber Alert and MDOT. Child care provided. Call 257-LOVE (5683).
Bravettes regroup at half, bury Kats
COLUMBIA FALLS - There was no clipboard throwing by Flathead coach Dennis Latimer in the locker room Tuesday evening during the halftime break. Nor did he deliver any Knute Rockne type speeches.
Meehan announces candidacy for sheriff
Flathead County Undersheriff Mike Meehan announced Tuesday his candidacy to move up to sheriff/coroner this year.
Body armor should not be optional
Among the many concerns that have been voiced about the Iraq war, questions about U.S. preparedness have been raised frequently.
Maurice Michael 'Mickey' Kirkpatrick, 82
Maurice Michael "Mickey" Kirkpatrick, 82, of Great Falls, a retired utility contractor and former U.S. Navy Seabee, died of natural causes Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at a local hospital in Great Falls.
He said his name was Anthony
and that he lived there when he pounded on a door on Rosewood Drive at about 11 p.m. Monday. That was news to the resident who called Kalispell police to make Anthony go away.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a call about a fight at a gravel pit near Columbia Falls; officers in that town located two teenagers involved. A domestic disturbance was reported at Montana Village. A man was arrested after a domestic disturbance on Montana 35.
Carol O'Brien, 71
Carol O'Brien, 71, died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Whitefish planners look at 4 subdivisions
Board has three other public hearings planned, including permit for nonconforming neon sign
Danelle Jenneane Bloom, 22
Danelle Jenneane Bloom, 22, of Kalispell, passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006, as a result of a tragic snowmobiling accident.
Harry 'Logan' Pennoyer, 84
Harry "Logan" Pennoyer, 84, of Ronan, was "called home by our Lord" surrounded by loved ones Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006.
Whitefish police
took a report of a white 1987 Subaru station wagon, stolen from Central Avenue in Whitefish where the keys were left inside and the doors were unlocked.
Cats claw past Braves
Columbia Falls overcomes early deficit, beats Flathead 78-69
Follow that driver
Lenore O'Connell Ruzziconi, 84
Lenore Ruzziconi passed away Jan. 13, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center after a sudden heart attack at the age of 84.
Smith Valley Fire Department
checked out a controlled burn Monday on Cobbler Way.
Whitefish sets hearing on plan for downtown
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Tuesday, January 17
Tsunami of ice, snow buries three: Event left bowl below looking like bomb crater
By CHERY SABOL
Monday, January 16
Today
3 Starting today, Center Avenue in Whitefish between First and Second streets will be closed for construction work for at least two days. After those two days, work will continue in the alley east of Casey's Bar. The alley will be closed until Friday.
Kalispell man recounts rescue
Five snowmobilers who went to investigate an avalanche they heard Saturday afternoon north of Olney saved a man's life.
Amtrak ridership increases: East Glacier, Whitefish statistics indicate publicity might be paying off
Sizable ridership increases last year at Amtrak's East Glacier and Whitefish stops may be because of promotional campaigns that finally are paying off, area tourism leaders said.
Full slate for voting this year: Filing opens Jan. 23 for host of elected offices
America's 230-year experiment with democracy continues on Jan. 23, when the filing period opens for various federal, state and county elected positions.
Kalispell police
arrested a man for trespassing after a complaint that he was shoplifting in Syke's.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report of a computer stolen on Ridgewood Drive.
Reagan, Bush and perception
Recently, PBS aired a documentary on "American Experience" that assessed the legacy of Ronald Reagan. Since I have previously criticized PBS for its often partisan reporting, I felt it was appropriate to take time to acknowledge that this two-part program (called simply "Reagan") was an honest, inspiring portrait of the most important presidency of the past 60 years.
The Creston Fire Department
went to a chimney fire on Luman Road.
Changes ahead for local voters
The Flathead County Election Department will implement several changes this year, including consolidating some polling stations and using electronic vote-counters to provide faster results.
Karl Melvin Kirkeby, 81
Karl Melvin Kirkeby, 81, formerly of Kalispell, passed away of a heart attack Aug. 4, 2005, at his home in Mesa, Ariz.
Tsunami of ice, snow buries three: Event left bowl below looking like bomb crater
An avalanche that swept down Red Meadow Peak on Saturday afternoon was so powerful it blew water and fish out of Red Meadow Lake below. It killed two of three snowmobilers who were buried in it.
Sunday, January 15
Darlene Jane Moore, 65
Darlene Jane Moore, 65, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2006, of natural causes at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Cecil X. Exelby, 75
Cecil X. Exelby, 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2005, in Port Townsend, Wash., after a long and diligent struggle with cancer.
At every turn, the government is going out of its way to avoid, or at least limit, critical habitat designations. And rightly so, because it is the most wasteful element of the Endangered Species Act.
Critical habitat or a license to sue
Made from scratch
Third-generation baker preserves the family business
Whitefish crowns carnival royalty for 2006
The Daily Inter Lake
Lion regulations draw ire
Hunters flock to Fish, Wildlife and Parks annual hunting regulations hearing
A woman told the Flathead County Sheriff's Office that a man punched her, her pregnant sister and another man Saturday evening at the Majestic Arena.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Owen Robert Dukleth, 85
Owen Robert Dukleth, 85, passed away on Friday, Jan. 13, 2006, at the Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell.
Work still planned at Flathead High
Today
Columbia Falls Community Choir begins weekly practices. Sign up at 1:30 p.m. Practice 2-4 p.m. at Columbia Falls Junior High School until spring concert April 9. Call Ron Bond at 892-5174.
Two missing in avalanche
The search for two people buried in an avalanche near Red Meadow Lake will begin anew this morning.
Duo held on kidnapping charges
The Daily Inter Lake
Condon land deal sets stage for future
Easement will limit development and prevent subdivision of property
Diesel with a difference
Biodiesel blend available at local gas station
'Make things happen,' entrepreneur urges
Dream big, then get in the game.
Reagan, Bush and perception
Recently, PBS aired a documentary on "American Experience" that assessed the legacy of Ronald Reagan. Since I have previously criticized PBS for its often partisan reporting, I felt it was appropriate to take time to acknowledge that this two-part program (called simply "Reagan") was an honest, inspiring portrait of the most important presidency of the past 60 years.
Braves bully Bengals
This wasn't a basketball game, it was a rugby scrum. All that was missing were some teeth and a few pints of bitter.
Flathead, Libby rock at Rocky
The Daily Inter Lake
Planners back zone change near C. Falls
A zone-change request to reduce lot sizes to a half-acre in a rural, wooded area north of Columbia Falls got the blessing of the Columbia Falls City-County Planning Board on Tuesday night, with one caveat: No mobile homes.
Columbia Falls police arrested a 26-year-old man for drunken driving early Sunday.
Columbia Falls police
Keith Allen Shennum, 50
Keith Allen Shennum, 50, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006, at his residence near Columbia Falls.
Saturday, January 14
Today
Evergreen Community Partners Inc., host a community breakfast buffet and raffle 7:30-11:30 a.m., Kalispell Moose Lodge, 2158 U.S. 2 E. Complete breakfast and beverages. Cost $4.50 adults, $2.25 for children 6 and under. Fund-raiser for East Evergreen Sidewalk Project. Call Kelly Magness at 257-8609 or Darla Harmon at 752-3255.
Columbia Falls police took a report from a girl who is tired of getting harassing calls intended for her younger sister.
Columbia Falls police
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took reports of identity theft on Mountain View Drive and checks reported stolen and forged from Wettington East Drive.
More than a play date
Burns: Museum won't close
Senator: 'Under no circumstances' will Museum of the Plains Indian be closed
MISSOULA - After a busy first day of wrestling at the Rocky Mountain Classic, the Flathead Braves have rung up a commanding lead.
Braves take big lead at Rocky
Polson tops C-Falls, now 9-0
The Daily Inter Lake
Workshop focus is healing
The Rev. Mary Leach, a deacon at Christ Church Episcopal in Kalispell, believes there isn't anyone who wouldn't benefit from the "Inner Healing" workshop at the church at the end of the month.
Several good Samaritans crossed paths with those who needed help recently:
Good deeds abound
A. Kathryne 'Katie' Greig, 96
A. Kathryne "Katie" Greig, 96, died Dec. 14, 2005, at her home in Kalispell.
Searching for answers
Cats run by Pirates
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a call about three men who carried what looked like a generator wrapped in a coat on Main Street Thursday. They were gone when an officer arrived.
Meth use sends Project 7 figure back to prison
A year after a former Kalispell woman was sentenced on federal weapons charges, she was back in court last week for a drug-related probation violation.
Just bead it
Story by JOHN STANG
Friday, January 13
Planner seeks county commissioner seat
The Daily Inter Lake
Hunters scope out changes in '06
If you have ever wondered whether hunters care about the way Montana's wildlife is managed, then pop into this Saturday's hearing on regulations for the next hunting season.
Planners deny 2 major subdivisions
Flathead County votes down Meadowbrook Place, Stage Road River Estates Phase III
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a complaint about a reckless driver who passed vehicles in the turn lane and cut back into traffic near Shady Lane. Deputies found out the driver was an immigration officer in pursuit of a suspect; they assisted and one person was taken into custody.
Mascot decision left to students
Trustees limit Glacier choices to Wolfpack, Wolverines and Bears
Whitefish police
are investigating a report of vandalism at a strip mall on West Second Street. Sometime on Wednesday night, someone threw food from TV dinners in a corridor. The walls and hall were coated with a frozen feast.
Judge keeps Grace case in Missoula
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Today
Bigfork Parentshare meets at 9:30 a.m. at the Community United Methodist Church. Child care is provided. Diane Mikelson of Kindermusik will give a demonstration.
Kalispell police
took a complaint from a hair salon about a middle-aged man who went to get his mullet trimmed and left without paying. The stylist said he seemed to be intoxicated.
Being there
Attendance issue splits Bigfork land-use board
Trial dates set in kidnap, murder cases
Joseph Aceto, Lawrence Roedel scheduled to be tried in the spring
Braves again in title hunt at Rocky wrestling
The Daily Inter Lake
Bravettes bury Hellgate
When teams come in to play Flathead, their M.O. seems to be "Stop Holli Hashley, stop the Bravettes."
Columbia Falls police
took a call from a man Thursday who said his vehicle had been stolen. He had just forgotten where he parked it.
Defining the landscape
Trustees mull transfer, attendance between Flathead High and Glacier High
Two charges reinstated in Fatt Boys case
Burglary and theft charges that were dropped last month against a Kalispell man accused of burglarizing Fatt Boys in November were reinstated Wednesday.
The Kalispell Fire Department
went Wednesday to a fire in a burn barrel on Second Avenue West.
Thursday, January 12
Gracie Marie Appelhans
Gracie Marie Appelhans daughter of Warren and Jamie Appelhans of Eureka, was born Dec. 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7.9 pounds, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Chaise Douglas Pliley
Chaise Douglas Pliley son of Daryl and Melissa Pliley of Kalispell, was born Dec. 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Sophia Elise Robbins
Sophia Elise Robbins daughter of Jennifer and Frederrick Robbins of Columbia Falls, was born Dec. 19 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Owen Jon Daniel
Owen Jon Daniel son of Troy and Julie Daniel of Whitefish, was born Dec. 29 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8.7 pounds and was 20 inches long.
Austin Russell Butts
Austin Russell Butts son of Russell and Jennifer Butts of Eureka, was born Dec. 19 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 4 1/2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Cole Anderson Mecham
Cole Anderson Mecham son of Todd and Julie Mecham of Las Vegas, was born Nov. 16.He weighed 6 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 18 1/4 inches long.
Logan Alan Heyne
Logan Alan Heyne son of Justin Heyne and Carly Sather-Heyne of Whitefish, was born Dec. 23 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 21 3/4 inches long.
Martial Drake Kelly
Martial Drake Kelly son of Patricia Kelly of Whitefish, was born Dec. 28 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 6.1 pounds and was 19 inches long.
Chloe Mae Truscott
Chloe Mae Truscott daughter of Derek and Heather Truscott of Kalispell, was born Dec. 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces and was 21 1/4 inches long.
Mason Christian Bishop
Mason Christian Bishop son of Chris and Cody Bishop of Fortine, was born Dec. 30 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Storm produces 'epic powder'
The Daily Inter Lake
Planning board opposes casino plan
A proposed casino at the Town Pump just south of Kalispell received a thumbs-down vote Tuesday from the city's planning board.
Local Births
Cole Anderson Mecham, son of Todd and Julie Mecham of Las Vegas, was born Nov. 16.
Hunters get their chance to shape state regulations
The biggest gathering of outdoor activity this weekend will be indoors. On Saturday, Fish, Wildlife and Parks will hold a public meeting on the proposed 2006 hunting regulations.
Rules of the hunt
Lion-hunting change among several new proposals
Whitefish ambulance
went to the ice-skating rink Tuesday evening when a girl with a neck injury needed a ride to the hospital.
Road rage near Wal-Mart
was expressed by one driver banging on another driver's windows after both stopped. No one was charged by Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
The inevitable cycle of corruption
It shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone that Washington has a corruption scandal.
Critics weigh in on critical habitat plan
A proposed critical habitat designation for lynx drew harsh criticism from all angles at a hearing Tuesday in Kalispell.
Among the things reported to Kalispell police
that vanished without a trace were a woman screaming at Sawbuck's, a shot fired on Fifth Avenue West, and a man in a green coat with a fur collar who hid behind a trash container outside of Kum 'N Go.
Whitefish police
took a complaint about a former employee reportedly causing trouble at a business. He wasn't charged.
Planning begins for area near Columbia Falls
A standing-room-only crowd of residents packed the Columbia Falls council chambers Tuesday night to have their say on how the Columbia Falls Stage neighborhood should grow.
Parents invited to learn about college financial aid
The Daily Inter Lake
Today
Polson business community meets 7:45 a.m., The Cove Deli. Sue Taylor, new director of Polson Community Development Agency, will discuss upcoming year and events.
Wednesday, January 11
Kalispell police
Overreaction of the Week Award goes to a customer at a fast-food restaurant who called to complain that his hamburger was made wrong and if it happens again, he'll find the manager's house and burn it down. Kalispell police were called about the threat.
Whitefish Chamber event will honor top community leaders
The Daily Inter Lake
Kalispell and West Valley fire departments
Kalispell and West Valley fire departments went to Semitool on Monday for a suspected case of carbon-monoxide poisoning.
Planners consider project in Somers
The Daily Inter Lake
Flathead County sheriff's deputies
Flathead County sheriff's deputies arrested a woman after a disturbance on Seville Lane in Coram. She allegedly waved a gun and made death threats.
Three cheers for getting job done
Whitefish Mayor Andy Feury cast the deciding vote last week when the City Council was split over the idea of a temporary moratorium on major subdivisions. Feury voted against the moratorium, and we believe it was the right decision for Whitefish.
Today
Evergreen Water and Sewer District board meets at 7 a.m. at the district office, 130 Nicholson Dr.
Iain Albee and Mark Albee
In January 2006, Iain Albee, left, and Mark Albee made their way up Big Mountain on telemark skis after the lifts were closed due to power outages. Mark Albee died in an avalanche Wednesday while skiing with his brother in Jewel Basin.
Avalanche risk 'high' for Northwest Montana
The Daily Inter Lake
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took a report of a woman harassing another woman, and a fight between two students at the junior high school.
Whitefish mat men top Polson in squeaker
The Daily Inter Lake
Drowning victim
The Daily Inter Lake
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a complaint from two men who said they were assaulted downtown.
Whitefish man announces campaign for sheriff
Businessman John Weaver, 47, touts experience in criminal justice
Big Mountain goes dark
Snow across Flathead Valley leaves some residents without electricity Tuesday
Matthew 'Matt' Cole Madison, 20
Our beloved son, Matthew Cole "Matt" Madison, died Jan. 3, 2006, in St. Andrew's, Scotland, from injuries sustained in an accidental fall from the cliffs overlooking the St. Andrew's "Old Course" and the North Sea.
Vikes' future looks bright
All-day seminar to explore development alternatives
The Daily Inter Lake
Tuesday, January 10
Halliburton CEO gives $500,000 to hospital
Dave and Sherry Lesar, part-time residents of Whitefish, have donated $500,000 to North Valley Hospital's
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a complaint about a long-haired man who panhandled and looked at children in a suspicious way Sunday at Gateway Cinema. He was told to stop. He took himself to the Finish Line bar, prompting a complaint that he harassed customers and employees. His next stop was at Appleway Conoco, where a woman said he harassed her. After a fourth complaint on Seventh Avenue West, he was ticketed on suspicion of trespassing.
Alarms
The Kalispell Fire Department sent an ambulance to the Blue and White motel for a medical problem.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a man for DUI on Baker Avenue early Monday.
Walter Arthur Little, 69
Walter Arthur Little, 69, passed away Sunday, Jan. 8, 2006, at his residence in Bigfork. He was born July 21, 1936, at Valparaiso, Ind., the son of Theodore Haige and Viola Grace (Carter) Little.
Christine 'Chris'McCully, 62
Christine "Chris" McCully died Jan. 7, 2006, at home. She was born in Eureka on Feb. 7, 1943, to Darrell and Lillian Roose. She was a lifelong resident of Eureka.
Practice makes perfect
NBA All-Star Allen Iverson has provided a lot of sound bites over the years. But perhaps his most infamous
Morrison left his mark in many ways
Inter Lake editorial
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police talked to a man at Lucky Lil's casino when his welcome there expired before his desire his to leave. He agreed to leave.
Man's body recovered from river
Investigators on Monday were trying to identify a man whose body was found in the Flathead River.
'A legend who passed too quickly'
Today
3 The public is invited to a free community lecture from 7:30-9 a.m. at Pathways Treatment Center, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell. Guest speaker and director of the Youth Service Network will discuss its work and its partners. Free and open to public.
Image and imagination
I've noticed, and you probably have too, that our world has taken a turn for the worse lately.
Flathead County Sheriff
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report Sunday about a man with no shirt, running like Forrest Gump down U.S. 2 near Applebee's, causing concern about his welfare.
Monday, January 9
Columbia Falls police
arrested a 26-year-old man for drunken driving early Sunday.
Kalispell police
are looking for the driver of a truck that smashed through the front window of Ole's Country Store on U.S. 93 and then went east on West Reserve Drive just before midnight Saturday.
Whitefish police
arrested a 44-year-old woman for drunken driving early Sunday morning.
Scene shifts for Fire Department: New station means staff, coverage changes
Kalispell's new fire station is tentatively scheduled to open on March 15.
A woman told the Flathead County Sheriff's Office
that a man punched her, her pregnant sister and another man Saturday evening at the Majestic Arena.
The West Valley Fire Department
responded to a semi truck hitting a power pole on Fox Farm Road near Church Drive, and then driving off. The Flathead Electric Cooperative fixed the damaged lines. The Olney Fire Department transported two injured auto-accident victims from north of Olney to Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Image and imagination
I've noticed, and you probably have too, that our world has taken a turn for the worse lately.
Today
3 Public growth policy meeting 1 p.m., Moving Image, Columbia Falls, and 6 p.m. Lakeside Chapel.
Sunday, January 8
John Andrew Christensen, 82
John Andrew Christensen, 82, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2006, at his home in Kalispell.
On track, not quite on time
Change in a small town
Almost 1,000 new housing units on drawing board for Somers
Braves get back in saddle
Osweiler nets 25 points, 14 boards in Flathead's 63-55 win over CMR
Kalispell police
Kalispell police investigated a reported break-in early Saturday morning. A woman said someone had entered her apartment while she slept, trashed the place and used her computer.
Valley's first East Indian restaurant keeping tables full
When longtime friends Eric Young and Olivia Stark considered opening the first East Indian restaurant in the Flathead Valley, they were venturing into unknown territory.
Eureka soldier rehabs from injury suffered in Iraq
Joel Jacobs: 'Guess what, Ma? I can walk'
Robert 'Bob' Nelson, 54
Robert "Bob" Nelson, 54, "made his transition from this life to the next" at home with his loved ones at his side on Jan. 6, 2006.
Montana stands to lose an important piece of its American Indian heritage if the Museum of the Plains Indian in Browning is forced to close next year because of budget cuts.
Browning museum deserves help
Columbia Falls police arrested a 19-year-old man for DUI on Second Avenue West and U.S. 2.
Columbia Falls police
Today
Public invited to attend a free guided "Winter Signs" two-hour snowshoe walk at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Meet at Apgar Visitor Center. Snowshoes may be rented for $2 a pair at Apgar Visitor Center in Glacier Park. Wear winter footwear and clothing. Bring water. No reservation necessary. Winter entry to park costs $10 for a seven-day pass. Call 888-7939.
Eric May chosen to serve as carnival prime minister
The Daily Inter Lake
Flathead swimmers win girls, combined titles at duals
The Daily Inter Lake
Kalispell Fire Department took someone to the hospital from Shady Lane Roller Rink late Friday evening. The person was experiencing shortness of breath.
Kalispell Fire Department
Saturday, January 7
Virginia L. Corbeille, 80
Virginia L. Corbeille, 80, passed away Thursday, Jan. 5, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Glacier National Park officials say a wolf was found dead from unknown causes approximately two miles up the Bowman ski trail on Dec. 21.
Wolf found dead in Glacier Park
New chief ranger named at Glacier
The Daily Inter Lake
Extra money won't go far
Local educators unsure how much they can spend
The Smith Valley Fire Department rescued a horse Friday buried up to its neck in a mud-filled irrigation ditch west of Kalispell.
The Smith Valley Fire Department
Libby implodes under Wildcats' pressure
COLUMBIA FALLS - Preparing for it is one thing.
Richard Patrick Ihnot, 51
Richard Patrick Ihnot, 51, died in Pampanga, Philippines, on Dec. 12, 2005. His service was held at the St. Jude Catholic Church in Havre, Tuesday, Jan. 3. Burial took place in Highland Cemetery in Havre.
Flathead County sheriff's deputies responded to a midnight call of teens dressed as vampires walking through the First Interstate Bank parking lot in Evergreen.
Flathead County sheriff's deputies
Magazine helps students raise money for Toys for Tots
The young contributing writers for the Flathead Valley-based publication "Little Blessings" wrestle with the same challenges that face most writers - story ideas, punctuation, proper grammar and meeting deadlines.
Get ready for the Tournament of Destruction Monster Madness truck show today at Majestic Valley Arena in Kalispell. Monster trucks will compete against one another to be the last one standing.
Monster trucks compete today
Braves kennel Bulldogs
Whitefish police arrested a man for disorderly conduct at a motel.
Whitefish police
Kalispell police investigated the apparent theft of some money at a Taco Bell Thursday.
Kalispell police
Has ImageBut it is all paid off
Today
Flathead Valley Wedding and Event Professionals Association annual Wedding and Event Expo 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Flathead County Fairgrounds. Free admission for bridal couples and children under 12. General admission $5. Prize drawings. Grand prize a $1,000 three-diamond pendant. Log on to www.flatheadvalleywedding.com.
Friday, January 6
Brynn Morgan Lachenmaier
Brynn Morgan Lachenmaier daughter of Brent and Heidi Lachenmaier of Columbia Falls, was born Nov. 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
London Shandel Loveless
London Shandel Loveless daughter of Jason and Misty Loveless of Kalispell, was born Nov. 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Madison Layne Padgham
Madison Layne Padgham daughter of Matt and Brandee Padgham of Hungry Horse, was born Nov. 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Gavin Michael Emerson
Gavin Michael Emerson son of Michael and Christina Emerson of Kalispell, was born Nov. 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 inches long.
Gabriel Darrell Acree
Gabriel Darrell Acree son of Michael and Nichole Acree of Kalispell, was born Nov. 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7.7 pounds, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Jocel Anne Dalde
Jocel Anne Dalde daughter of Jocelyn and Mario Dalde of Rollins, was born Nov. 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Kaden Thomas Wambech
Kaden Thomas Wambech son of Chad and Amy Wambech of Kalispell, was born Oct. 31 at Benefis Health Care in Great Falls.He weighed 4 pounds, 6.6 ounces, and was 17 inches long.
Landon Anthony Darsow
Landon Anthony Darsow son of Amanda and Deven Darsow of Kalispell, was born Oct. 31 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 21 3/4 inches long.
Riley Stanton Goldbold
Riley Stanton Goldbold son of Timothy Goldbold and Melodie Schmidbauer of Kalispell, was born Nov. 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Riley David Sinclair
Riley David Sinclair son of Stephanie Jackson and Jestin Sinclair of Kalispell, was born Nov. 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 5 pounds, 8 1/2 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Paige Catherine Goheen
Paige Catherine Goheen daughter of Scott and Marcy Goheen of Eureka, was born Nov. 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 9 pounds, 4 1/2 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Victoria Marie Felts
Victoria Marie Felts daughter of Andrew and Kirstin Felts of Lonepine, was born Nov. 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Patrick Ayden Lapierre
Patrick Ayden Lapierre son of Joshua and Honesty Lapierre of Kalispell, was born Nov. 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Home not so sweet for Bravettes
Flathead's second straight home loss has team 'behind the 8-ball'
Kalispell and South Kalispell fire departments
went to a head-on accident Wednesday on Cemetery Road. Two people went to the hospital. Kalispell also sent an ambulance to the high school Thursday for a girl suffering a medical problem.
Where streets meet, cars collide
No reduction in bond total for ex-deputy
Judge leaves intact $100,000 bail for Richard Rossmiller, 37
More charges filed against kidnap suspect
The Daily Inter Lake
Whitefish police
arrested a man for disorderly conduct at the Super 8 motel Wednesday night. On Thursday night, a man at the Downtowner said his wife was trying to poison him; then, he said, she drank the alleged poison. An ambulance was called.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
refereed a number of disputes by people who couldn't get along, including neighbors on Ridgewood Drive. Threats were reported on Mud Lake Road and Maple Drive. Harassment calls were reported in Hungry Horse and on Bierney Creek Road.
Parole denied for sex offender
Darrell G. Howe convicted in 1993 in child-sex case
In favor of Flutie, football and fun
It's playoff time in the NFL, and as we build up to Super Bowl Sunday on Feb. 5, it is worth remembering that football is a game first, and a national mania second.
Rehberg to help Browning museum
The Daily Inter Lake
Judge nixes lower bail for suspect in assault
A man accused of holding an electric saw to his wife's face was denied his bid to be released from jail Thursday. The woman was unhurt.
Play reveals wisdom of youth
The Flathead High School Theatre Department will explore the lessons of childhood in the Acting 2 class production of Robert Fulghum's "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten."
Troubled waters for rights holders
Bills for water-rights adjudication anger some, confuse others
Murder suspect released from jail.
Local Births
Landon Anthony Darsow, son of Amanda and Deven Darsow of Kalispell, was born Oct. 31 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Go West young man
Before I start, I'd like to pose two questions. One, does the sun ever shine here? And two, Ron Artest - team cancer and borderline psychopath, or misunderstood musical genius?
Friday
Red Cross blood drive, 1-5 p.m., Whitefish Mountain Mall.
Libby pins 'Cats, Bulldogs
COLUMBIA FALLS - The Libby Loggers didn't wrestle their best, but they still found a way to skin the Columbia Falls Wildcats Thursday night, 54-27. Libby's commitment to offseason weightlifting was apparent, as the team dominated the Class A matchup.
Kalispell police
took a report of an internal theft at one business and a complaint about another business that hasn't paid 15 employees.
Rape suspect arrested
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Thursday, January 5
Howard H. Tracht, 92
Howard H. Tracht passed away at his home in Kalispell on Jan. 03, 2006.
Deborah Rhoades Condra, 55
Deborah Rhoades Condra, 55, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2006, at the Brendan House in Kalispell.
'Libby fix' is vital for asbestos bill
We have to commend U.S. Sen Max Baucus for his continued efforts to make sure Libby asbestos victims will be compensated when and if the long-awaited Fairness in Asbestos Compensation Act passes. That legislation would create a trust fund for asbestos victims, and a special "Libby fix" in the bill would provide sick Libby residents with at least $400,000 in compensation.
And then there were three
School board narrows list for Glacier High mascot - again
Today
Red Cross blood drive, 12:30-5:30 p.m. Columbia Falls Community Room. Sponsored by First Citizens Bank and Columbia Falls Rotary.
A woman, 41, was arrested by Kalispell police
for driving under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop Tuesday night in the Red Lion parking lot on U.S. 2.
Canine help for searches
Dogs play critical rescue role. Libby team helped in hurricane aftermath
Columbia Falls endorses Phase 2 of subdivision
Kalispell City Council selects C.M. 'Butch' Clark as its representative on seven-member panel
Agency plans lynx habitat hearing
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service hosts public meeting Tuesday in Kalispell
Columbia Falls police
received a report of theft at the high school Wednesday morning.
A woman, 23, was arrested by Flathead County Sheriff's deputies
on suspicion of disorderly conduct and misdemeanor assault after a disturbance Tuesday night at the entrance to the Many Lakes subdivision on Montana 35.
First Whitefish growth-policy meeting set for Jan.11
The Daily Inter Lake
Council scraps moratorium idea
Mayor Andy Feury closed the door on a major subdivision moratorium in Whitefish, casting a tie-breaking vote Tuesday in favor of scrapping the idea altogether.
Wednesday, January 4
Keith Marion Wilson, 51
Keith Marion Wilson, 51, died Saturday, Dec. 31, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center of natural causes. He was born June 30, 1954, in Fort Lewis, Wash., the son of Kenneth Marion and Bonnie Anne (Caveny) Wilson. Keith attended Elrod and Hedges Elementary schools, Central and Kalispell Junior High and graduated from Flathead High School in 1973. While at Flathead he was a member of Future Farmers of America, and was on the football and wrestling teams.
Dawn Allison Kremer, 38
Dawn Allison Kremer, 38, passed away Sunday, Jan. 1, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Local building students have their choice of jobs
Up in smoke: Marijuana reportedly found at fire
Slim majority for common sense
With two recent nominations to the U.S. Supreme Court, there's been lots of media bantering over so-called "activist" and "constructionist" judicial philosophies.
Kalispell police
took a complaint that men assaulted another man at Wendy's. Eventually, the alleged victim reportedly said he might have instigated the problem.
Charles D. Rippey, 67
Charles D. Rippey, 67, of Bigfork, passed away Dec. 31, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Hospital.
Whitefish ambulance and fire department
went to U.S. 93 west for a report of a vehicle in water, but it couldn't be found.
Lyle C. Irwin, 70
Lyle C. Irwin, 70, of Lebanon, Ore., formerly of Eureka, passed away Saturday, Dec. 31, 2005, in Lebanon.
Today
School District 5 and Flathead High School district board Personnel Committee meets at 7 a.m., district office.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a call from a woman near Whitefish who said she had a man in custody. She accused him of burglarizing a home on Martin Road last week and said he wanted to confess. He was arrested on warrants.
Troy tries for cell service
Special to the Inter Lake
Commissioners divvy up board work
Bob Watne named chairman for 2006
Laverne Lester Hanson, 81
Laverne Lester Hanson 'joined his wife of 56 years in heaven,' on his 81st birthday, Dec. 30, 2005.
Johannes 'John' Antonsen Herset, 80
Johannes "John" Antonsen Herset, 80, passed away Monday, Jan. 2, 2006, at the Brendan House in Kalispell.
Monday, January 2
Stacia Rose Aquino
daughter of Michelle Strozzi and John Aquino of Kalispell, was born Nov. 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Finley Lynne McCarthy
daughter of Richard and Cody McCarthy of Whitefish, was born Dec. 9 at North Valley Hospital.
Morgan Ann Quarles
daughter of Michael and Ann Quarles was born Oct 30, in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Cael Eugene Schwecke
son of Jacob and Jovane Schwecke of Moscow, Idaho, was born Nov. 26.
Anthony Caige Sperry
son of Jason and Amanda Sperry of Columbia Falls, was born Dec. 5 at North Valley Hospital.
Sophia Evelyn Himsl
daughter of Sandy and Nick Himsl of Kalispell, was born Nov. 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Brantly Cooper Salmonsen
son of Nathan and Kelly Salmonsen of Kalispell, was born Nov. 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Hailey Marilyn Green
daughter of Kari Esper and Jamey Green of Columbia Falls, was born Nov. 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Axel Ray Jones
son of Hank and Abbie Jones of Kalispell, was born Dec. 8 at North Valley Hospital.
Seline Kendra Totten
daughter of Alden and Andrea Totten of Kila, was born Dec. 8 at North Valley Hospital.
Today
3 AARP Seniors Driver Safety Program for all drivers 50 and over, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., today and Jan. 5, at The Summit, Kalispell. Instructors Bob Redinger and Jack Crandall. Cost is $10. Call 751-4500.
Helen Emily Hedman, 93
Helen Emily Hedman was born Sept. 15, 1912, in Leith, N.D., the daughter of Peter and Fredrika Hedman. Helen 'went to be with her Lord' on Jan. 1, 2006, at the Riverside Assisted Living in Whitefish.
Columbia Falls police
took a report Sunday evening from a woman who said she was being harassed.
Kalispell police
are investigating a man's claim that he was stabbed Monday afternoon outside of Appleway Conoco.
Whitefish police
checked out disputes on Patton Lane and on Park Avenue. Neither resulted in charges.
A giver learns to receive
By NANCY KIMBALL
Crusaders win Holiday Classic
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Columbia Falls ambulance
took someone to the hospital from the high school wrestling room Monday.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report from a Whalebone Drive resident, complaining about a neighbor shooting off fireworks and making noise.
Richard 'Dick' McCoy Sherrill, 71
Richard "Dick" McCoy Sherrill, 71, "joined our Lord" on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2005, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Fire victim Snyder returns to Flathead
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William 'Bill' Hedstrom, 85
William "Bill" Hedstrom, 85, passed away Friday, Dec. 30, 2005, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. He was born Oct. 9, 1920, in Kalispell to William and Carrie (Nordtome) Hedstrom.
Sunday, January 1
Alma O. Parkinson, 100
Alma O. Parkinson, 100, of Libby, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2005, at the Libby Care Center.
Some people contemplated the end of 2005 from inside the county jail.
Some people contemplated the end of 2005 from inside the county jail. Long before New Year's Eve revelries began Saturday night, eight people were arrested for drinking and driving.
Thomas J. 'Tom' Byrne, 85
Thomas J. "Tom" Byrne, 85, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2005, at Heritage Place in Kalispell.
Jerome G. Glatzmaier, 82
Jerome G. Glatzmaier of Bend, Ore., died Monday, Dec. 19,2005, of natural causes. He
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report of a man who was beaten by others in the Dire Wolf parking lot Friday night.
Today
Annual Flathead Audubon Christmas bird count. Call Dan Casey to participate. 756-2681, days; 857-3143, evenings. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at Finnegan's.
Cecilia 'Ceal' Theresa Jennings, 85
Cecilia "Ceal" Theresa Jennings, 85, loving mother, grandmother, and friend "went to her eternal life with God" on Dec. 29, 2005.
Grace files motions to dismiss charges
Special to the Inter Lake
First Night Flathead
First Night Flathead
Funding clouds Indian museum's future
A decision by the federal government to eliminate funding for the Museum of the Plains Indian in Browning by October 2007 has put the fate of the historic facility in jeopardy.
Court upholds logging process
The state does not have to conduct financial accounting for each and every timber sale on school trust lands, the Montana Supreme Court decided last week.
Jack Stuart Horner, 20
Jack Stuart Horner, 20, of Lincoln, died Dec. 28, 2005, at Ottawa Gulch south of Marysville in a logging accident.
How did we ever survive without cell phones? one of my daughters asked not long ago.
Pining for a pre-cellular place in time
Officials looking into death
Flathead County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting Friday night on the premise that it is a suicide.
Parking problems: Centre Court, city clash
Residents want two-hour public parking restored
There are two kinds of people at New Year's - the oblivious and the cautious.
Continuing the journey of 'years'
Kalispell police
Kalispell police charged a man with trespassing at the mall Saturday, when he was suspected of living there without permission. A clue was the sound of his snoring at 3:30 a.m.
Rural floral shops
Bloom where they're planted
Kalispell Fire Department
Kalispell Fire Department was summoned to two calls about a natural gas smell in the Days Inn area.
