Sunday, July 30
Derrick Elias LeRette
Derrick Elias LeRette son of Dustin and Hylarie LeRette of Kalispell, was born July 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Reed Maxwell Wollenzien
Reed Maxwell Wollenzien son of Barry and Nancy Wollenzien of Kalispell, was born July 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Siarah Claire Holden
Siarah Claire Holden daughter of Chris and Tausha Holden of Kalispell, was born July 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 inches long.
Brook Ann Maeder
Brook Ann Maeder daughter of Violet Maeder and Marrus Applegate of Martin City, was born July 21 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Carolyn Wilhelm Owens, 51
Anchorage, Alaska, resident, Carolyn J. Owens, died July 20, 2006, from injuries sustained in a car accident.
Cody Joseph Javorsky
Cody Joseph Javorsky son of Joseph and Brianne Javorsky of Kalispell, was born July 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7.8 pounds, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Easton Boaz Kauffman
Easton Boaz Kauffman son of Marlin and Kari Kauffman of Kalispell, was born July 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Samuel Gene Powell
Samuel Gene Powell son of Nathan and Rebecca Powell of Lakeside, was born July 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Samuel Boden Fedor
Samuel Boden Fedor son of Rachel Weaver and Joel Fedor of Kalispell, was born July 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 11 1/2 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Sophia Grace McGree
Sophia Grace McGree daughter of Thomas and Tessa McGree of Kalispell, was born July 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Christian Aaron Paul Raley
Christian Aaron Paul Raley son of Douglas and Michelle Raley, was born July 19 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Bailey Maree McRae
Bailey Maree McRae daughter of Sara McRae of Kalispell, was born July 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Dominic James Nowlin
Dominic James Nowlin son of Kelly and Mary Nowlin of Kalispell, was born July 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Alden Hale Lamson
Alden Hale Lamson son of Russ and Sarah Lamson of Kalispell, was born July 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 23 inches long.
Zian Richard Learn
Zian Richard Learn son of William and Tawni Learn of Kalispell, was born July 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
James Arthur Fairbank
James Arthur Fairbank son of David and Pamela Fairbank of Kalispell, was born July 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Scarlets pound Lakers
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Neighborhood bully, revisited
Here is the beginning of wisdom: In a war of words, the man with the gun always wins.
Three runners repeat as Boogie champs
Glacier fire blows up
Flames reached as high as 200 feet as an eastern Glacier National Park forest fire covered at least 35 square miles Sunday.
Columbia Falls police arrested a person for drunken driving
Saturday evening, plus six youths for possessing alcohol Saturday evening and Sunday morning.
Kalispell police arrested a 26-year-old Whitefish man for drunken driving
Saturday evening and a 30-year-old Kalispell man for drunken driving early Sunday morning.
Weddings Gone Wild came to the Flathead Saturday night.
A golf cart ran over a person at a wedding reception in Martin City, injuring that person's hip. A Three Rivers ambulance took that person to North Valley Hospital.
Chief U.S. District Judge Donald Molloy in Missoula has to make a crucial decision in the conspiracy and endangerment case against W.R. Grace & Co.
Victims need a voice in Grace trial
The Somers Fire Department put out a bon fire
in Lakeside Saturday evening.
Kenneth Keith 'Kenny' Cameron, 84
Kenneth Keith "Kenny" Cameron, 84, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2006, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Go-to Guy
Kalispell man's company known for completing complex jobs
Funding will create team to fight domestic abuse
By CHERY SABOL
Youths cited for underage drinking
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Births
Alaina Kathryn O'Connor, daughter of Jana and Lance O'Connor of Helena, was born July 17 at St. Peters Hospital.
Scary story sheds light on the good deeds of organ donors
By CANDACE CHASE
Open arms
Today
3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center's new location, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
Restoring tradition
Whitefish police arrested a person
for driving with a suspended license Saturday evening.
Saturday, July 29
Peter E. Johnson, 85
Peter E. Johnson, 85, passed away at the Montana Veterans Home in Columbia Falls, on July 19, 2006.
Outlaws eliminate Mariners
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Michael William Steckler, 60
Michael William Steckler, 60, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2006, at Health Center Northwest in Kalispell, after a courageous battle with mesothelioma (asbestos-caused) lung cancer for almost two years.
County hit with 4 new lawsuits
Despite an almost unblemished record in court, Flathead County continues to face legal challenges on its land-use decisions.
Keep the landfill on a diet
The Flathead County Landfill is keeping its weight down thanks to a couple of recent recycling events in the valley. Flathead area businesses and residents kept more than 20,000 pounds of electronics out of the district's landfill during the Collectronics event on Memorial Day weekend in Whitefish and a similar event July 15 at Valley Recycling in Kalispell.
Comment period extended
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Kalispell Police Department counseled a woman about her reckless driving on Appleway Drive Thursday and also warned her boyfriend, whose truck she was driving.
Kalispell Police Department
Schweigert, McMillan join racing hall of fame
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Great bear graces Bigfork eatery
A new patron took up permanent residence at Grizzly Jack's in Bigfork on Friday: a 2-ton steel grizzly bear just shy of 13 feet tall.
Crews work 50-acre fire in Glacier
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Wild about weeds
Flathead National Forest monitoring program puts to good use high-school students' love of the outdoors
Today
Church of Creston-Lutheran pancake breakfast 7-11 a.m. across from Creston School. Fundraiser for the "God in the Classroom" conference.
Columbia Falls Ambulance went to Apgar in Glacier National Park, where a dehydrated teenager needed medical attention.
Columbia Falls Ambulance
Friday, July 28
Red-hot Lakers face Scarlets
Big Mountain Ambulance and Fire Department went to a vehicle rollover Wednesday.
Coram and Martin City Fire Department went to a burning motor home on U.S. 2 at 4 a.m. Thursday. The crew was also called to a small fire near the railroad tracks in the district.
William J. 'Pete' Kennedy, 92
William J. "Pete" Kennedy, 92, passed away July 24, 2006, at Colonial Manor in Whitefish.
College adopts budget
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Columbia Falls police took a report of an attempted break-in
at a business on Nucleus Avenue.
Radio Cafe series features acoustic duo Storyhill
Acoustic folk duo Storyhill appears at the KM Theatre in Kalispell on Aug. 5 at 7:30 p.m., as part of the Montana Radio Cafe Music Series.
Glacier Park awards contract for new transit center
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Fire starts near Troy
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Whitefish police went to Safeway
Wednesday when someone vandalized a car in the parking lot.
Tester takes 'high road' to Kalispell
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Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a call
from near Ashley Lake, where some people said they were run off the road by a vehicle pulling a boat. They needed water, car repairs, and medical attention. They went to the hospital.
Marie D. Schutt, 61
Marie D. Schutt, 61, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2006, in Missoula.
Homeless man unhappy with park's request that he stay away
Jim Brodniak enjoys "the peace, the quiet, the serenity" of Lone Pine State Park, but he has been asked to stay away from the park until the end of August.
Andre Floyd plays at Depot Park this week
The Depot Park summer concert series, sponsored by Kalispell Parks and Recreation, continues with Andre Floyd and Mood Iguana on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m., with Willson and McKee on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Caution is watchword in fire season
The haze that drifted over the Flathead Valley Thursday was a vivid reminder that fire season is under way in earnest in the Northern Rockies, and August has yet to come.
Kalispell police took a report
from Sixth Avenue West, where a man in blue swimming shorts pounded on the windows of a home, emitted some obscenities, and left before a truckload of other men arrived and appeared to be looking for him.
State OKs West Valley gravel pit
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
Michael Robert Shupert, 55
Michael Robert 'Mike' Shupert, 55, died of natural causes at his home in Trego on June 6, 2006.
Cherry woes extend across Northwest
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Today
Lone Pine's Little Saplings program, "Trash Out!," for ages 4-7, 10:30 a.m., Lone Pine Interpretive Center. Stories, hands-on activities. Bring weather-appropriate clothing.
Mariners fall in 10 at state
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Thursday, July 27
Whitefish police took a report of burglary
on Ramsey Avenue.
Participate in forest plan process
Proposed forest plans for the Flathead, Bitterroot and Lolo national forests have been streamlined, along with the process of developing them.
Today
First Interstate Bank food drive 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at bank locations downtown and at the drive-up in Kalispell, and in Evergreen and Whitefish.
Mariners hope for smooth sailing at state
By DAVID LESNICK
Dorthy Dagmar Metcalf, 89
Dorthy Dagmar Metcalf, 89, passed away Feb. 4, 2006, in Lewistown.
Laverne Embrose Srur, 88
Laverne Embrose Srur, 88, died at her daughter's home in Whitefish on Saturday morning, July 22, 2006, of natural causes.
Market's the pits for cherry growers
Harvest is in full swing for most cherry orchards in the Flathead, which means some growers barely have time to snag an evening meal before collapsing into bed.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office took two complaints Tuesday night
about a man's behavior on Blenn Street in Bigfork. He was arrested.
A mid-summer night's scream was reported to Kalispell police overnight.
Someone from Fifth Avenue West called to say a man there was "freaking out." A dispatcher heard a scream and the phone went dead. The matter is under investigation.
Barbara Anne Ristine, 57
Barbara Anne Ristine, 57, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2006, at her residence in Kalispell.
County puts south half of U.S. 93 bypass first
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
Ryan Michael Milan, 27
Ryan Michael Milan was born July 17, 1979. He died July 19, 2006 in Rock Springs, Wyo. He was 27.
Hiking with Grizzlies
Olsen puts Bjerke to sleep in 19 seconds
By GREG SCHINDLER
Glitch delays flights
Some Northwest Airline travelers inconvenienced
Three teens hospitalized for alcohol poisoning
By CHERY SABOL
Columbia Falls police arrested an underage man for alcohol possession
Tuesday night on Ninth Street West.
County commissioners begin budget review
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
Flathead forest plan deadline nears
By JIM MANN
The Kalispell Fire Department sent an ambulance to Four Corners Tuesday
when a bicycle rider flew over his handlebars and hit the road.
Find a shady spot to spend summer days
With our sweltering heat, find a cool shaded stream bank to relax. These are always a pleasant place to sit, even on the hottest of days.
Wednesday, July 26
Lakers open state play with Scarlets on Saturday
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Dorothy Irene Hall, 91
Dorothy Irene Hall, 91, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 23, 2006, at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell.
Aversive conditioning
Glacier resumes bear plan
Carl Victor 'Vic' Koford, 96
Carl Victor "Vic" Koford, 96, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Remodeling the Wells Fargo building
City Council looks to trim costs
Eunice Ilene Nelson, 86
Eunice Ilene (Nylander) Nelson passed away at Lake View Care Center on July 24, 2006. She was 86 years old.
Columbia Falls police took a report Monday night of an assault on Eighth Street West.
Columbia Falls police
Start 'em up: Rolling Stones to play Missoula
By JIM MANN
Today
Flathead City/County Health Department (WIC Division) walk-in clinic 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., and 1 to 4 p.m. Call 751-8170.
Lakers top Monarchs in regular-season finale
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Cheney expected to visit Flathead
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The name says it all: It's called the U.S. 93 bypass.
Don't 'bypass' community input
Kalispell extends its reach
By JOHN STANG
County to weigh in on U.S. 93 bypass option
Commissioners scheduled to discuss the matter today
Stage 1 in effect Monday
By JIM MANN
Mission Valley Mariners face Glendive Blue Devils
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Marylinn L. Burton, 62
Marylinn L. Burton, 62, passed away July 22, 2006, in Kalispell.
Tuesday, July 25
Miles combined champion at The Event
Two veteran CIC three-star riders and one talented newcomer won top honors at The Event at Rebecca Farm on Sunday.
Tommy J. Carter, 75
Tommy J. Carter, of Whitefish, died July 11, 2006, in Kalispell. Tommy was born in Leadville, Colo., on March 27, 1931, to Thomas and Mabel Carter.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report of a big Angus bull roaming loose
on Somerset Drive. It was later reported on someone's porch on Cardiff, where it did some damage before being sent home.
Whitefish police checked out a man who lurked
around Don K Chevrolet.
Whitefish Fire Department and Forest Service were notified of a small fire
at Tally Lake Sunday.
Columbia Falls police took a report of fish guts dumped on the porch
of a Nucleus Avenue home. This is the second visit by the chum fairy in town in a week.
Today
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., Polson Methodist Church.
Kalispell police dispatched the animal warden to a number of reports
of overheated dogs in distress. Warden Mike Hall said he has heard concerns about people leaving dogs in vehicles or out in the yard. He reminds dog owners that cracking the windows a few inches in vehicles doesn't provide an animal much relief from the pressure-cooker that a vehicle can become. It's better to leave dogs at home, he advises. Dogs should be fine in the yard if they have shade and water.
Local man charged in pipeline scam
A Whitefish man has been implicated in an alleged scam based in New York, involving a multi-billion-dollar oil pipeline proposal in Buryatia, a former republic of the Soviet Union.
Florence (Lanfear) Bruce, 105
Florence (Lanfear) Bruce, 105, died on Friday, July 21, 2006, at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell. She was born on July 16, 1901, in Carberry, Manitoba, to Hubert and Louise (Price) Lanfear.
Bucs hold off Mariners for Western A Dist. title
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Monday, July 24
Defender or bully?
Crowder toes all-out in crusade for property rights
Sunday, July 23
Boone Douglas Shanks
Boone Douglas Shanks son of Tyler and Lea Shanks of Columbia Falls, was born July 9 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
David A. Walter, 63
David A. Walter, 63, Helena research historian, writer and teacher, died of a heart attack Wednesday, July 19, 2006, at a Helena hospital.
Lauryn Kay Siderius
Lauryn Kay Siderius daughter of Mark and Heather Siderius of Kalispell, was born July 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Cyrus Andre Jelleff
Cyrus Andre Jelleff son of Vanessa Jelleff and Junior Nevins of Kalispell, was born July 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Griffin August Santa
Griffin August Santa son of Sean and Annesa Santa of Kalispell, was born July 17 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Zachary Michael DeVaan
Zachary Michael DeVaan son of Matthew and Jacqueline DeVaan of Kalispell, was born July 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Kylee Rochelle Stacy
Kylee Rochelle Stacy daughter of Cody Stacy and Lacey Hader of Columbia Falls, was born July 17 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Anna Rose Wikner
Anna Rose Wikner daughter of Kelley and David Wikner of Whitefish, was born July 16 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Tallon Micheal Ross Highland
Tallon Micheal Ross Highland son of Kearsa Greenwalt and Naachoma Highland of Eureka, was born July 10 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Kalena Marne Kailea Crane
Kalena Marne Kailea Crane daughter of Beverly Crane of Kalispell, was born July 1 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 8.5 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Wyatt Aaron Hayes
Wyatt Aaron Hayes son of Aaron and Laura Hayes of Kalispell, was born July 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 1.5 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Rhiannon Ray Dalton
Rhiannon Ray Dalton daughter of Raymond and Tonya Dalton of Kalispell, was born July 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 3.8 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Jett Patrick Stoken
Jett Patrick Stoken son of Cory and Sarah Stoken of Kalispell, was born July 7 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Henry Hummer Card
Henry Hummer Card son of Brent and Sarah Card of Kalispell, was born July 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Wyatt Porter Denys
Wyatt Porter Denys son of Stephanie and Stephen Denys of Whitefish, was born July 14 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Andre Christian Cephers
Andre Christian Cephers son of Durant and Mette Cephers of Kila, was born July 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Maya Marie Smith
Maya Marie Smith daughter of April and Josh Smith of Bigfork, was born July 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Chase Bradyn Gronley
Chase Bradyn Gronley son of Jake and Becky Gronley of Columbia Falls, was born July 7 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Jazilynn Joe Lynn Peltier
Jazilynn Joe Lynn Peltier daughter of Taylor Baldwin and Tracey Peltier of Eureka, was born July 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 02 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Max Dane Waverek
Max Dane Waverek son of Jody and Kim Waverek of Kalispell, was born July 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21 inches long.
William Glen Darling
William Glen Darling son of Bill Gustafson and Kara Darling of Columbia Falls, was born July 8 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 9 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
William Ossain Gross
William Ossain Gross son of Christy and Chris Gross of Bigfork, was born July 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7.4 pounds, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Kimberly Ivy Kendall
Kimberly Ivy Kendall daughter of Joshua and Robyn Kendall of Kirkland, Wash., was born July 15 at home.She weighed 6 pounds 15 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Kyleigh Jade Burgoyne
Kyleigh Jade Burgoyne daughter of Michael Burgoyne and Danielle Teske of Kalispell, was born July 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Savanna Merie Reddig
Savanna Merie Reddig daughter of Kyle and Jody Reddig of Kalispell, was born July 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Bethany Reese Armstrong
Bethany Reese Armstrong daughter of Mark and Christina Armstrong of Kalispell, was born July 4 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Cyrus Andre Jelleff, son of Vanessa Jelleff and Junior Nevins of Kalispell, was born July 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
He weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Monkee love still flourishes for this 'Believer'
Call me a "Daydream Believer," but I always thought the Monkees eventually would get together for one final reunion tour. I would have taken the "Last Train to Clarksville" to see them.
Must beat Red Sox today at 9 a.m. to advance to state
By CARL HENNELL
First class all the way
A Flathead County Sheriff's Office deputy talked Saturday evening to a man
who was jumping on and off the railroad tracks near Coram while a train approached. The man also gave the train the finger as it passed by. The man "stated that he likes trains," the dispatch log said.
Paving starts in August for Kalispell road job
There may be quite a bit of dust in the air at this year's Northwest Montana Fair.
The West Valley Fire Department took a person injured in a Rebecca Farm horseback riding accident
Sunday morning to Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
A 36-year-old man suffered a broken collarbone and possible broken ribs
Sunday morning while rafting on the Flathead River's Middle Fork. The Three Rivers Emergency Medical Service picked him up a few miles downstream of Bone Crusher Rapids and took him to North Valley Hospital.
Kalispell police arrested a 32-year-old man for grabbing a young girl by the throat
and pushing her mother Saturday evening on Western Drive.
Forging the chains of liberty - and forgetting them
When I was growing up in Stony Point, N.Y., I was surrounded by reminders of the birth of our nation, and the sacrifices that were made to wrest our liberty from the yoke of a tyrant.
Defender or bully?
Lakers close in on state
WHITEFISH - The Class AA Kalispell Lakers American Legion baseball team kept its state tournament hopes alive with a 9-3 victory over Glacier Saturday night.
Saturday, July 22
Partners & pals
Kalispell resident Pat Young credits the trusting relationship she has built with her horse for eventing success
Hiker rescued from cliff
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Somers subdivisions rejected
Two subdivision proposals that together would have created almost 500 residential lots in the Somers area were shot down this week in the space of about 12 hours.
Hot rod weekend
Friday, July 21
Norma Jean Hames, 57
Norma Jean Hames was born Nov. 25, 1948, to William and Mae (Hinton) Hames in Scobey, and passed away July 18, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
John Lithgow is 'Actor's Studio' guest in Whitefish
John Lithgow, one of the theater's most versatile actors, is a guest in Alpine Theatre Project's version of "Actor's Studio" at 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 31, at O'Shaughnessy Cultural Center in Whitefish.
Favorites roll on first day of district tourney
There were no upsets at day 1 of the Western A American Legion baseball district tournament at Griffin Field.
Swan Lake areas open for firewood
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Whitefish police took a report of four people who trashed a room
at Grouse Mountain Lodge, where the checks the guests wrote were no good.
The Event continues to get bigger, better
By GREG SCHINDLER
Kalispell police were called Tuesday
when a newborn was left alone in a vehicle while a mother shopped. A passer-by was concerned about the crying infant's safety inside the hot car and broke a window. The mother said she was unaware the child was in the car and believed her husband had the baby with him. She was cited for endangering a child.
Driver in deadly crash on U.S. 93 pleads innocent
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Currington and Mustang Sally coming to Kalispell
Country superstar Billy Currington and popular touring group Mustang Sally pair up for a concert at Majestic Valley Arena in Kalispell on July 29.
The Evergreen, South Kalispell, Smith Valley and West Valley fire departments were notified Wednesday
about a fire in a kitchen on Edgewood Drive. Firefighters' skill wasn't needed when the resident found the source was just a pan with heated oil on the stove.
Ripe for pickin'
Columbia Falls police pursued a motorcycle rider
who fled from Fourth Avenue West to Montana 206. Officers backed off from the chase for safety reasons.
Reincarnation through rebuilding
'Scarecrow Sue' Snyder of Somers gets renewed hope and a new home, thanks to the love and friendship of neighbors and friends
U.S. 93 bypass
North prevails again
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, U.S 93 South.
Let's offend all music lovers equally
It probably seems trivial at first glance. A Whitefish health club has decided not to allow exercise classes at its facility to use Christian music.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office dispatched Flathead Search and Rescue
on Wednesday night to find a missing woodcutter. The 68-year-old man had left at noon and had not returned by 9:30 p.m. He was found in the Sylvia Lake area where his return had been thwarted by a flat tire.
Rooster rescued; fowl play suspected
By GWEN ALBERS
James E. 'Jim' Balum, 55
James E. "Jim" Balum, 55, passed away at home Tuesday, July 18, 2006, with his loving family by his side, from kidney failure.
Thursday, July 20
Tessa Claire Dickey
Tessa Claire Dickey daughter of Alyssa Shinkle and Ryan Dickey of Kalispell, was born June 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Kaitlyn Rose Molen
Kaitlyn Rose Molen daughter of Bryan and Stephanie Molen of Bigfork, was born June 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Quincee Rae Anderson
Quincee Rae Anderson daughter of Jeremy and Julaine Anderson of Columbia Falls, was born June 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 3/4 inches long.
Sean Ryan Valentine
Sean Ryan Valentine son of Keith and Heidi Valentine of Kalispell, was born June 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Dalton Roderick Day
Dalton Roderick Day son of Rod and Jenny Day of Bigfork, was born June 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Teigen Markus Braaten
Teigen Markus Braaten son of Markus and Erin Braaten of Kalispell, was born June 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 18 1/4 inches long.
Ladahlia Mary Hook
Ladahlia Mary Hook daughter of Toby and Nicole Hook of Columbia Falls, was born June 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Aiden Dennis Shaver
Aiden Dennis Shaver son of Adam and Amy Shaver of Kalispell, was born June 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Quinlenn Gene Tennison
Quinlenn Gene Tennison son of Angela Haas and Travis Tennison of Kila, was born June 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Dillon James Hawkins
Dillon James Hawkins son of James and Marsha Hawkins of Kalispell, was born June 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 5 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Colton James Roth
Colton James Roth son of Heather and Jamie Roth of Kalispell, was born June 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Catherine Marie Panor
Catherine Marie Panor daughter of James Panor and Donita Hall of Kalispell, was born June 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, and was 19 inches long.
Harriet Slama, 85
Harriet Slama, a longtime resident of Kalispell, passed away July 17, 2006.
Maizy Ann Waller
Maizy Ann Waller daughter of Brian Waller and Kimisha Larsen of Kalispell, was born June 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 5 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 18 3/4 inches long.
Phineas Edward Barber Castro
Phineas Edward Barber Castro son of Jodie and David Castro of Kalispell, was born June 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Dawson James Juntunen
Dawson James Juntunen son of Jesse and Cassandra Juntunen of Kalispell, was born June 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Dominic Dwain Wortman
Dominic Dwain Wortman son of Michael and Misty Wortman of Kalispell, was born June 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Justin Grant Gelormino
Justin Grant Gelormino son of James and Vivian Gelormino of Kalispell, was born June 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Kamryn Annette Johnson
Kamryn Annette Johnson daughter of Jena and Justin Johnson of Rollins, was born June 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 1.5 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Births
Sean Ryan Valentine, son of Keith and Heidi Valentine of Kalispell, was born June 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Big Mountain Fire Department
The Big Mountain Fire Department and the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation put out a Wednesday afternoon fire on Big Mountain above the base area.
Ailing 911 network might need major surgery
Area director says much of Flathead County's emergency equipment needs to be upgraded
Whitefish police
Whitefish police reported that a BB gun shot out windows of six cars at the railroad depot parking lot and a front window of a Spokane Avenue business early Wednesday morning.
Campgrounds at Glacier will remain closed
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Post office offers advice on passports
It may take less time to drive to Cranbrook, British Columbia, than to Missoula, but soon a trip to Canada may require a passport to get back across the border.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office reported $260 stolen Wednesday morning from a Valley Acres home.
Growth policy is a step forward
Flathead County's draft growth policy has been criticized by some for not being specific enough, but that is a natural result of using an inclusive approach in writing the policy.
Tour de Fish
Whitefish league offers mountain bike racing for all abilities
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a 26-year-old woman Tuesday evening for leaving her 6-year-old child in a parked car with the windows slightly opened in the Smith's grocery parking lot.
'Why not give back?'
Habitat Bicycle Challenge riders roll into Columbia Falls to help make home ownership a dream come true for Flathead families
Hogan scored from third after Wirzba through a wild pitch in the fifth inning
The American Legion baseball Western A District Tournament starts today in Kalispell at Griffin Field.
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, Appleway Drive.
Lawrence Neil Christie, 88
Lawrence Neil Christie, 88, known to most as 'Christie,' passed away at Kalispell Regional Medical Center on July 18, 2006, surrounded by those he loved.
Whitefish's Nelson wins national coach of the year
The Flathead Valley has a national coach of the year in its high school ranks.
Wednesday, July 19
James F. Donovan, 92
James F. Donovan, 92, "was promoted to glory" on July 14, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took a report about a room that was damaged at La Quinta Inn and Suites.
Lakers blast Twins
Council OKs Meadow Lake development
By NANCY KIMBALL
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 20-year-old man for DUI after an accident on Martha Road after midnight Tuesday.
Senate bill has funds for Eureka
By JOHN STANG
Shuttle program back on track
"Safety first" must be the motto of manned space flights, and the recently completed mission of the shuttle Discovery appears to have been a giant step forward for NASA.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a report of someone sitting in the street on Main Street at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday. It turned out to be a mannequin posed there. There was a report of someone lying on the ground by the trash container behind Albertsons. That was a real, live person. So was a woman who went prone at the entrance to the Salvation Army.
Bigfork Fire Department
Bigfork Fire Department was called to Montana 35 when a truck knocked power lines onto a house.
Kyle Petty coming to Flathead
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City Council splits over growth policy
By JOHN STANG
No magic was needed; just Merlin
Man imprisoned for crimes he didn't commit thanks software company
Street right-of-way snags hospital deal
North Valley Hospital wants the city of Whitefish to abandon its 13th Street right-of-way so it can get a higher price for its existing hospital campus.
Cost of new City Hall higher by half
By JOHN STANG
Today
Flathead City/County Health Department (WIC Division) walk-in clinic 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., and 1 to 4 p.m. Call 751-8170.
Senate bill adds funding for bypass
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Monday, July 17
The Smith Valley Fire Department was asked to check on smoke (or clouds)
spotted to the west Sunday night.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office dispatched Flathead Search and Rescue
at about 1 a.m. Monday to the Strawberry Lake area for a missing hiker. He and a friend separated Sunday evening and never met up again. The man was found at about 8 a.m. He had reportedly fallen into a hole, but was not seriously injured. ALERT helicopter picked him up and flew him to Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
DeZort can RIDEM4 8Kalispell cowboy wins bareback title at Silver State, earns college scholarship
By DAVID LESNICK
Kalispell police investigated a number of people's suspicions
about what their fellow man was up to.
Board hears plan to double size of Somers
Developer offers to pay schools, fire department for impacts from project
Meeting tackles bypass
Wednesday's public meeting on the proposed U.S. 93 bypass around Kalispell could turn into a battle of north vs. south.
Fiery crash kills one at Swan Lake
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Today
3 Montana Senator Max Baucus' field representative Kirby Campbell-Rierson, meets the public 9:30-11:30 a.m., Libby City Hall, 952 E. Spruce St.
Columbia Falls police took a report
from Fourth Avenue West, where a woman is still reeling after seeing someone dump fish heads and innards on her neighbor's car.
Sunday, July 16
A white Subaru was reported stolen Sunday morning to Kalispell police.
A purse was stolen Saturday afternoon at Depot Park, and a credit card in it was used by the thief.
Man pleads innocent to porn charges
By CHERY SABOL
Whitefish Stars state champs
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Shame change: Yaak saloon gets new owners
The Eureka Fire Department put out a vehicle trailer fire Saturday evening near Stryker.
The Bigfork and Creston fire departments took two injured people to Kalispell Regional Medical Center from a Saturday evening two-car collision on Montana 35.
Whitefish and Columbia Falls fire departments put out a second-floor apartment fire
at 3:40 a.m. Sunday on East Third Street in downtown Whitefish.
Makeover in full swing for popular Scotty's Bar
Scotty's Bar will celebrate its 23rd anniversary on July 30. Shortly after that, it may celebrate the finished addition of an upscale steakhouse - but owner Karla Levengood isn't holding her breath.
Today
3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center's new location, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
Officers cite 54 youths in booze busts
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Shrine Bowl: Hicks named West squad's MVP
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office received two calls
within 30 minutes about cattle running loose Saturday afternoon - five on Farm-To-Market Road and 30 in a hayfield on Rose Crossing.
'It's your worst nightmare'
FDA recall of implanted bone shocks man
Spinning to a Christian beat derailed at Whitefish health club
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Sweet land of liberty believe it or not
I am always bemused by people who are concerned about the loss of civil liberties in our fair republic as we fight the war on terrorism.
Columbia Falls police arrested a 27-year-old woman
on suspicion of assaulting a family member Saturday evening.
Saturday, July 15
Brian Craig Roche, 34
Brian Craig Roche, 34, died at his residence in Whitefish, after his valiant battle with melanoma for almost three years.
Kalispell cop named Officer of the Year
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Today
Literacy Volunteers of Flathead County 5K walk/run fundraiser 8 a.m., Great Northern Historical Rails to Trails. Call 257-8042 or pick up entry form at LVFC office, 35 Fourth St. W., Kalispell.
Jerry L. Branch, 72
Jerry was born on Dec. 21, 1933, to Ida Margaret and Elmer Loyd Branch. He grew up in Enumclaw, Wash. His youth was spent enjoying the outdoors and mischief with older brother, Marvin and younger sister, Mavis. He spent many hours on his horse, Peanuts, playing his harmonica while exploring the woods. His father instilled in him a strong work ethic while he worked for the family logging company.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office took three reports Thursday night about a strange vision in the area of Jenny Lake or Doris Creek. At about 11:30 p.m., the first caller reported seeing a big ball of fire go over the top of the mountain. That caller reported the object as being as large as a plane. Minutes later, another caller described something like a meteor that landed in the South Fork and disappeared. A third caller also described the item as a fireball and said it went into the trees on the mountain between Marion and Tally Lake. A sheriff's dispatcher called the Federal Aviation Administration in Seattle, Great Falls, and Salt Lake City. None of those offices had reports of anything unusual.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police went to Nucleus Avenue for a report of a knife fight. No knife was found, but a man had apparently been scratched and bitten. He, however, was charged with disorderly conduct, trespassing at a business where he had been asked to leave, and obstructing an officer.
The Wait
Kalispell man with failing kidneys needs transplant
ALERT helicopter
Canyon Quick Response Unit and Columbia Falls Ambulance went to Canyon Foods in Hungry Horse when a man had a seizure Thursday. He refused medical attention.
Maxine 'Max' Gibson, 69
Maxine "Max" Gibson, passed away July 10, 2006, at her home on Blackmer Lane in the Lake Blaine area.
Grim warning
Montana Meth Project designs public-art campaign to capture attention and change lives
Kalispell police
Kalispell police were called at 1:30 a.m. when a vehicle hit a building on Fifth Avenue East and the driver fled. He left behind his license plate and other pieces of his vehicle. At about 3 a.m., a man skulked around the same area and hid behind bushes. Police tracked the license plate to a vehicle parked in a garage. The matter is under investigation.
Boy dies in rollover
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Bigfork man arrested on child pornography charges
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Lakers, Twins win at Sapa-Johnsrud
Championship Round today in Whitefish
Flathead grad says thanks
School's out for summer, and it may well be the last thing on the minds of most teens.
Speedy recovery, lap time for Owens in 200 qualifying
Kalispell's Mark Owens didn't sleep well Thursday night.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police went to Whitefish Lake Friday afternoon after someone called 911 about a boat sinking. The owners of a new boat reportedly hadn't put a stopper in the vessel and were able to limp it over to the state park before it took on too much water.
Friday, July 14
Ryan Cory-Bryce Kitzmiller
Ryan Cory-Bryce Kitzmiller son of Heather and Jesse Kitzmiller of Kalispell, was born June 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Emily Taylor Rye
Emily Taylor Rye daughter of Traci and Jason Rye of Kalispell, was born June 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 10 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Justice Lydia Garcia
Justice Lydia Garcia daughter of Leo and Paula Garcia of Troy, was born June 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Kiley Marie Turner
Kiley Marie Turner daughter of Katie and Darin Turner of Kalispell, was born June 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Paige Elizabeth Adams
Paige Elizabeth Adams daughter of Dave and Salena Adams of Kalispell was born June 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 9 pounds, 6.4 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Dillon Robert Dorband
Dillon Robert Dorband son of Derek and Amanda Dorband of Somers, was born June 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 5 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Ethan Austin Bekier
Ethan Austin Bekier son of Patrick and Alane Bekier of Columbia Falls, was born June 28 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Alexandra Evelyn Curry
Alexandra Evelyn Curry daughter of Chad and Shannon Curry of Lakeside, was born June 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Trevor James Hill
Trevor James Hill son of Susan and Gregg Hill of Bigfork, was born June 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Kaleb Benjamin Mathiason
Kaleb Benjamin Mathiason son of Beau and Hannah Mathiason of Kalispell, was born June 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Aiden James Miller
Aiden James Miller son of Joe and Dawn Miller of Kalispell, was born June 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Grace Elizabeth Kwasney
Grace Elizabeth Kwasney daughter of Tiffany and Jessie Kwasney of Columbia Falls, was born June 28 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7.9 pounds, and was 19 inches long.
Brendon David Parrish
Brendon David Parrish son of Josh and Erin Parrish of Libby, was born June 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Andrea Michelle Opheim
Andrea Michelle Opheim daughter of Tiffany and Max Opheim of Kalispell, was born June 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Beau Duane Walhus
Beau Duane Walhus son of Daryl and Crystal Walhus of Kalispell, was born June 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Beau Alexander Muth
Beau Alexander Muth son of Lonnie and Heather Muth of Lakeside, was born June 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 23 inches long.
Kalispell police took a report about a man who came out of a home
on West Center Street, threw a strap at a truck and yelled at the driver to slow down. The driver claimed to be going only 25 mph.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office took three complaints
about a group of bicyclists wearing green shirts and refusing to yield to drivers on U.S. 2 near the airport. Both a Montana Highway Patrol trooper and a deputy stopped to tell the bikers to pedal single-file and not to make obscene gestures to drivers.
Country star Murphey takes the stage in Kalispell
Michael Martin Murphey returns to the KM Theatre in Kalispell for two performances on July 20 as part of the Montana Radio Cafe Music Series.
Mariners split with Rangers
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Qualifying Lessor's goal for Montana 200
By GREG SCHINDLER
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol, for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, U.S. 93 South.
Alexandra Evelyn Curry, daughter of Chad and Shannon Curry of Lakeside, was born June 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Man falls off horse at Glacier
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The Kalispell Fire Department sent an ambulance Wednesday
to an accident with injuries on Main Street and to an accident with injuries on U.S. 93 and Sunnyview Lane.
County seeks way out of gravel 'quagmire'
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
Glacier Park airport names new director
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Organ donors and other heroes
It was a touching scene recently when Jolene Donner and John Cunningham met for the first time.
Columbia Falls police
took a report of a wooden bear stolen from a house on Second Avenue East.
Governor urges teachers to tap 'spirit of ingenuity'
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Anna Mae (Torbergson) Bexell, 79
Anna Mae (Torbergson) Bexell, 79, passed away peacefully after a long, courageous battle with lung disease on Tuesday, July 11, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Business survey results mixed
By JOHN STANG
Lakers swallow another tough loss
Kalispell falls to 0-3 in Sapa-Johnsrud Memorial Tournament play
La Nota, Tropical Montana Marimba at Depot Park this week
The Depot Park summer concert series, sponsored by Kalispell Parks and Recreation, continues with the Tropical Montana Marimba Ensemble on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m., with La Nota on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Arts in the Park
Entertainers announced for annual fair
Buffer requirement for casinos will stay
By JOHN STANG
Thursday, July 13
Vivian McHenry, 85
After along battle with Alzheimer's disease, Vivian McHenry passed away at her Kalispell home on July 10, 2006, at age 85.
Trustees move to sell Laser, shift main office
By NANCY KIMBALL
Kalispell police
Vandals turned down the cooler at Kalispell Floral, damaging flowers. On Santa Fe Street, someone unhooked a water system and flooded a bedroom. Kalispell police are investigating both incidents.
Firefighters were called to lightning-caused fires around the Flathead Valley on Wednesday, and more fires may show up in the next few days.
Storm sparks small fires
Kalispell Fire Department
The Kalispell Fire Department sent an ambulance to Wendy's, where a man's face was bleeding.
Jury finds Kolb guilty
A Flathead County jury Wednesday found Kyle Kolb guilty of robbing two Missoula men in Whitefish in January.
Valley woman sets the table for visiting bluebirds
On a shelf in Jerri Swenson's refrigerator, 10,000 mealworms writhe around in a roasting pan. They are destined for the mouth of Swenson's "little man."
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office was called to Harmony Road, a mistaken moniker for a place where an unwelcome man has been told numerous times to stay off of some property.
Robert B. 'Bob' Evans, 79
Robert B. "Bob" Evans, 79, passed peacefully in his sleep July 10, 2006.
9/11 history muddled by gibberish
The glut of 9/11 conspiracy theories being trumpeted (mostly on the Internet) is as stunning as it is disturbing. How can it be that there are so many with virtually zero faith in the U.S. government, the media, the obvious?
Twins, Lakers lose at Sapa-Johnsrud tourney
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a man for partner assault on Wisconsin Avenue Tuesday night.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took a report of a break-in at the baseball concession stand.
Sturgeon put up quite a fight
Three years ago I had the opportunity to see some video of outstanding sturgeon fishing on the lower Columbia River. That video was taken by Jim Vashro, regional fisheries manager for Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
Regents adopt 5-year plan
By CANDACE CHASE
Response to draft subdued
Growth policy
Thursday
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, Airport Road.
Whitefish hosts big hoops tourney
Isn't Whitefish supposed to be the place to be in the winter?
Trustees delay dues decision
By NANCY KIMBALL
Clarice 'Clarie' Jenkins Larrick, 77
"What words could possibly capture the vibrant, effervescent character known as Clarie? 'The 90-pound dynamo' will have to suffice! It wouldn't be too farfetched to imagine that her list of "Things to do today" during the greater part of her lifetime might have included 1) paint the house 2) mow the lawn and 3) move the woodpile - one more time!" She could accomplish more in one day than many can manage in a week or more. Clarie's attitude was always "I can do it" and was manifested in her warp-speed gait and high-energy accomplishments.
Wednesday, July 12
Mission Valley downs Loggers 10-9
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Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office checked out a 911 call from Winchester Street and found it came from a man who thought he had the remote control for satellite music, not his phone, in his hand. A 9-year-old girl was trying to call her mother when she accidentally dialed 911, also.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police went to a five-vehicle accident on U.S. 2 that didn't seriously hurt anyone.
Fire sparked by lightning is shut down
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Sapa-Johnsrud opens with Lakers, Twins losing games
WHITEFISH - Kalispell's Class AA American Legion baseball team opened the nine-team Sapa-Johnsrud 22nd Annual Memorial Tournament Tuesday against a team that looked like - and played seemingly as well as - the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Planners to consider gravel-rule change
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Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, West Idaho.
Fayetta M. Dull, 83
Fayetta M. Dull, 83, passed away Friday July 7, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
We often complain about judicial foolishness, so it is a rare pleasure to take note of at least one time when the judge got it just right.
Fake Marine's sentence fits the lie
Kalispell police
Kalispell police were busy with men's complaints about the women in their lives. One reported that his wife was home smoking marijuana with another man; the woman denied it. Another man reported his soon-to-be-ex-wife was driving drunk. Another man said his ex-wife keeps calling and harassing him.
Dr. Ross M. Lence, 62
Dr. Ross M. Lence, a distinguished teacher at the University of Houston, died July 11, 2006.
Council to review residency requirements
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Whitefish ambulance and fire department
Whitefish ambulance and fire department went to Plantation Drive late Monday for a large natural-gas leak.
Weighing in on U.S. 93 bypass
Marvin Landon, 75
Marvin Landon passed away July 11, 2006, at age 75 at Life Care Center in Kennewick, Wash.
Robbery trial
Alleged victims testify
Rock 'n' roll
Tuesday, July 11
Enoch Ellsworth Richwine, 81
Enoch Ellsworth Richwine, 81, of Polson, died at his home on the morning of July 10, 2006. Enoch was born Nov. 2, 1924, at Medicine Lake to Elmer and Susan Richwine. He moved to Ronan as a child. He grew up and attended schools in Ronan and graduated from Ronan High School.
William Griffin, 83
William Griffin, 83, a longtime Trego resident, passed away of natural causes Saturday, July 8, 2006, at HealthCenter Northwest in Kalispell.
Lewis wins John Evertz Memorial
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Robbery trial gets under way
Kyle Kolb, 20, is accused of stealing from two men Jan. 15
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a complaint about threatening calls on Armory Road.
Fire season hinges on weather
Long-range forecasts are projecting a warmer-than-typical summer, but the 2006 wildfire season in the Northern Rockies will turn on the usual dominating factors: rain and lightning.
Gladys Lynn Redfield, 61
Gladys Lynn Redfield, 61, passed away July 7, 2006, at her home In Kalispell. She was born in Billings on Dec. 20, 1944, the oldest child of Peck and Vi Rodgers. She attended elementary schools in a number of locations and attended high school at and graduated from Columbus High School in 1963, salutatorian of her class.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a man after a complaint of domestic assault at 1:30 a.m. Monday on Nucleus Avenue.
Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, Three Mile Drive.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police won't catch the thieves red-handed, but someone stole all the cherries off of two trees at a home on U.S. 93.
Rollover
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office dispatched North Valley Search and Rescue to Hungry Horse Reservoir when a boater reportedly was lost Sunday. She was found. Later, there was a report of a lost kayaker, too, but it turned out he wasn't due back for another day.
Badrock Fire Department
Badrock Fire Department, Canyon Quick Response Unit, and Columbia Falls ambulance were called Sunday afternoon when someone broke a leg on a dirt bike on the Columbia Mountain trail.
Nancy Ann Pratch, 46
Nancy Ann Pratch, 46, passed away July 8, 2006, in Whitefish. She was born Sept. 30, 1959, in Pasadena, Calif.
Monday, July 10
Today
3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center's new location, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
Richard E. 'Dick' Mendenhall, 87
Richard E. "Dick" Mendenhall, 87, died Friday, July 7, 2006, at Heritage Place in Kalispell.
The Columbia Falls police
The Columbia Falls police arrested a 52-year-old man on suspicion of drunken driving Saturday evening.
Full circle Heartfelt meeting offers closure for twin
By CANDACE CHASE
A car took on a mule
A car took on a mule Saturday evening on Whitefish Stage Road, and the mule won, according to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office. The two collided. The car suffered damage to a mirror and a fender. The mule was not hurt, and was returned to its home.
Mavericks unload on Lakers
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Costco reported to Kalispell police Saturday
Costco reported to Kalispell police Saturday evening that a man and a woman tried to spend counterfeit $100 bills at the store.
Sunday, July 9
Nels William Murray, 82
Nels William Murray, 82, a survivor of Iwo Jima, a nurturing, loving father and a good friend to many, died July 5, 2006.
Leroy Ross McLeod, 54
Leroy Ross McLeod, 54, died Thursday, July 6, 2006, at his home in Kalispell, from heart failure.
Mission accomplished?
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
Twins outscored 46-6 by Mavs
Missoula completes two-day Western AA sweep
Strange Object
No one knew what the strange object was hovering by the North Star early Saturday morning. It reportedly moved across the sky like a satellite, then maintained a steady position for 30 minutes. When they investigated the report, Flathead County Sheriff's deputies didn't see anything suspicious.
Lakers face Mariners in Harp tournament championship game
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Feats on film
Whitefish cinematographer is part of the team while documenting Everest treks
New growth policy up for comment
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
Two people injured
Two people were injured after they hit a deer on a motorcycle at the Beaver Lake turnoff on U.S. 93. ALERT helicopter took them to the hospital.
Did court give mall green light?
Five years after the project was first proposed, a recent Montana Supreme Court ruling may have cleared the way for Glacier Mall to proceed.
Today
Flathead Audubon birding tour of Mission Valley and National Bison Range. Meet at Park 'n Ride at intersection of U.S. 93 and Montana 82 near Somers at 6:30 a.m. Bring binoculars, lunch and $4 (per vehicle) for admission to Bison Range. Call John Hughes, 261-2506. All welcome.
Loyalty yes, but to what?
Loyalty is generally considered a virtue.
Joe Edward Halm, 86
Joe Edward Halm, 86, of Kalispell, Bigfork and Hawaii, died June 24, 2006. He was born March 20, 1920.
Timeline for Glacier Mall saga
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Emeralds start hot in home tourney
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Meridian may open to traffic this week
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Charles B. 'Charley' Tillson, 87
Charles B. "Charley" Tillson, 87, passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2006, at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell, after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease.
Kalispell police
A couple were seen arguing at the intersection of Meridian and U.S. 2. When they later walked along the highway, the woman was holding her face. Kalispell police discovered she wasn't hurt, just upset.
Water issues don't stop at border
It's out-of-sight and out-of-mind, but that doesn't mean it's not important.
Couple sticks prom wear design
Need a job? There are plenty out there
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Saturday, July 8
Lakers soak Med Hat
Thursday's games shortened to one 5-inning game
Kalispell Fire Department
A Kalispell Fire Department ambulance took a young man to the hospital after he was discovered lying in the parking lot in front of a casino. No one knew what was wrong with him.
Pump it up
Program helps Evergreen Junior High students stay fit during the summer
Today
Annual Skibsrud Scramble Duathlon for kids 14 and younger today Lawrence Park. Check-in and registration 8 a.m. Three age categories and awards. T-shirts for all participants. Light lunch following event. Call Val, 758-7848.
Kalispell police
Concerned that a fellow driver might need anger management counseling, a man called Kalispell police from a supermarket parking lot. He'd honked his horn when a man had pulled into a space right in front of him. The driver got out of the vehicle and yelled at him; the man who called police believed the driver was "overly outraged." He couldn't smell any alcohol on the hollering man but worried something was wrong with him.
The public is invited to a tile-making workshop for the Community Spirit Monument Project from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at sculptor Kay Lynn's studio, 258 Riverside Drive, in Kalispell.
Tile-making workshop is today
Flying museums
They put the fun in fundraiser
The Big Arm community and its neighbors reached out with big hearts and open wallets for the Big Arm Fire Department's "Monstrous Fundraiser" June 25 at the fire hall.
Flathead County Sheriff's
When a Flathead County Sheriff's deputy attempted to pull over a vehicle, the driver ducked into a driveway to hide. Unfortunately for the driver, a neighbor saw the whole thing and called the sheriff's office to let them know where the driver was.
Arts fair Americana
This annual Whitefish festival is an enduring Flathead favorite
Missoula takes out Twins
Whitefish police
When a car came upon him, a very drunk man jumped up from where he'd been lying in the middle of U.S. 93 just north of the KOA Campground. Despite his intoxicated state, he told Whitefish police he was determined to walk to Kalispell. A sheriff's deputy drove him to a Kalispell motel.
Storm causes blackouts across Flathead Valley
By NANCY KIMBALL
Hilliard tabbed preseason All-American running back
Former Flathead athlete closing in on Griz records
Fire near Eureka nearly contained
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Seven injured in two-vehicle crash
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Wild driver subdued with shot from stun gun
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Black Sox, Giants start off 2-0 at John R. Harp Tournament
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Friday, July 7
Silas Sterling Ypma
Silas Sterling Ypma son of Troy and Hilary Ypma of Columbia Falls, was born June 29 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Azah LaRaie Petrina
Azah LaRaie Petrina daughter of Daniel and Lizebeth Petrina of Kalispell, was born June 29 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Emma Joy Rogers
Emma Joy Rogers daughter of Darcy Baldauf and Wayne Rogers of Somers, was born June 29 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 13.5 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Samara Jo Hackley
Samara Jo Hackley daughter of Toni and Colton Hackley of Kalispell, was born June 29 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8.5 pounds, and was 20 inches long.
Tanner Jay Raymond
Tanner Jay Raymond son of Jeremy and Aleyna Raymond of Kalispell, was born June 30 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Wednesday evening's storm caused problems that were reported to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office, also.
Births
Holiday Violet Odell, daughter of Randy and Kiki Odell of Kalispell, was born June 16 at North Valley Hospital.
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, on Appleway Drive.
New law may mean safer highways
mMontana's highways should be somewhat safer this week, and into the foreseeable future, thanks to new restrictions on teen drivers which took effect on July 1.
Grand jury hits Grace officials with new charges
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Semper lie: Fake veteran must wear sandwich board
By CHERY SABOL
Broadway's Mike Eldred will be performing Songs of Life and Love: An Evening with Mike Eldred - a special one-night-only concert at the O'Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish on July 17 at 8 p.m.
Broadway comes to Whitefish
Rain swamps Flathead
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Badrock Fire Department
The Badrock Fire Department went to Montana 206 for burning slash piles that presented an environmental concern.
Grand opening of skate park is July 15
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Red Cross makes move
Local chapter gets new home on North Meridian Road
Whitefish police
Whitefish police investigated a disturbance complaint on Karrow Avenue. There, a woman said her cat is fat and so she walks it up and down the stairs. The noise compels a neighbor to yell obscenities. An officer suggested a little more tolerance.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police are looking for a couple after receiving a report from the Department of Family Services that they took their 6-week-premature baby from the hospital and disappeared.
Bluegrass band lends support to science center
Event also features Rob Quist and Great Northern
Habitat sponsors T-shirt contest
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The Bigfork Art &Cultural Center will be hosting a day of studio tours on July 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit artist studios in Bigfork
Thursday, July 6
Kalispell Fire Department
Kalispell Fire Department went to First Street West Tuesday when someone set a fire in a trash container.
Corrigan Kearns, 30
Corrigan Kearns, 30, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2006, near his home in Kalispell.
Fields is three weeks away
Local White Sox pitcher assigned to Great Falls
Vintage bombers swoop into Flathead
By WILLIAM L. SPENCE
Whitefish Police
Whitefish Police was busy with fireworks and noise complaints.
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, on Northern Lights Boulevard.
Rancher creates his own fishing paradise
Bigfork native Tom Evensen likes to fish.
Lodge lore
Fireworks likely cause of Hungry Horse fire
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Forest plans North Fork fuel project
By JIM MANN
Kalispell Police
Kalispell Police took 34 complaints about fireworks from Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday afternoon. Some people got warnings. Some got tickets. The police department got a collection of explosives it confiscated.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
Flathead County Sheriff's Office had scores of complaints about fireworks in the past days. Among them was a call from Coram where someone reported $350 in fireworks stolen. That turned out to be a dispute between a boyfriend and girlfriend, defused by a deputy. It was after midnight when a resident on Plentywood Drive called to say he'd had enough of people setting off fireworks down the street and if they didn't stop, he'd kill them.
North of border, pike are voracious
Last week my wife and I were on our annual June fishing trip to Saskatchewan to get our fill of fish catching. Saskatchewan has over 100,000 lakes and most of them are full of hungry northern pike and good-tasting walleyes.
Columbia Falls Police
Columbia Falls Police took a report of items stolen from a vehicle on Second Street East. The thief smashed a window to get to the items.
North Korea is the neighborhood bad boy of the Asian continent, and like all bad boys takes some pride in its ability to get attention by behaving in childish ways.
North Korea needs to be put in place
Seat belt saves crash victim
By CHERY SABOL
Wednesday, July 5
Kalispell police
Kalispell police found nothing sinister in reports of one man sleeping in a field near U.S. 93 and West Reserve Drive and a man dressed all in orange who ran through the Salvation Army's parking lot.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
A search was launched after midnight Tuesday for a girl who went camping in the Jewel Basin alone and then was scared when she heard coyotes around her.
Marjorie Ruth Beck Asselstine, 87
Marjorie Ruth Beck Asselstine, 87, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, in Northridge.
State joins Libby Dam lawsuit
The state of Montana has joined a lawsuit contesting Libby Dam operations - but not necessarily with the same views as the lead plaintiff.
Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff's Office had every possible variation on a theme of fireworks complaints.
Gertrude Evangeline Rognlie, 93
Gertrude Evangeline Rognlie, 93, of Somers, died Sunday, July 2, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. She was born Nov. 12, 1912, near Bisbee, N.D., to Berthina Lee and Ernest Jacobson.
Parents must not enable teen drinkers
Inter Lake editorial
Lieselotte 'Lilo' Dorothea Brander, 79
Lieselotte "Lilo" Dorothea Brander, 79, passed away Sunday, July 2, 2006, at Immanuel Lutheran Home.
C. Falls man dies in rollover
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Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took a report Tuesday of another DVD taken from a vehicle on Crescent Drive.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police took a report of a 27-year-old man missing after last being seen at the train depot Tuesday morning.
Puppy love
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
Star-spangled celebrations
Whitefish Fire Department
Whitefish Fire Department checked out a report of smoke in condos on Wisconsin Avenue and found everything to be O.K.
Tuesday, July 4
Gertrude Evangeline Rognlie, 93
Gertrude Evangeline Rognlie, 93, of Somers, died Sunday, July 2, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. She was born Nov. 12, 1912, near Bisbee, N.D., to Berthina Lee and Ernest Jacobson.
Brett David Adams, 24
Brett David Adams, 24, passed away July 1, 2006, in Kalispell. He was born April 18, 1982, in Prescott, Ariz., to Larry and Nona (Haist) Adams.
Rosemary Ann Poland, 64
Rosemary Ann Poland, 64, passed away Saturday July 1, 2006, as the result of an automobile accident north of Deer Lodge.
Mary Ellen Lauterbach 47
Mary Ellen Lauterbach, 47, passed away early in the morning of July 1, 2006, of heart complications. She was born Jan. 16, 1959, in The Dalles, Ore., to William P. and Marjorie J. Gaige.
Columbia Falls police took reports of two stereos stolen
from vehicles on Seventh Street West.
Burglar captured inside cafe
The Daily Inter Lake
Taking it to the street
American dream: Freedom for all
Inter Lake editorial
Betty Jane Chapple, 84
Betty Jane Chapple, born Betty Jane Mitchell, died Friday, June 30, 2006, at a nursing home in Whitefish after a battle with cancer. She was 84 years old. She was born Nov. 3, 1921, at Mooresville, Ind., the daughter of Walter and Camille (Fennell) Mitchell.
At the public trash containers near Lakeside, some boys reportedly detonated fireworks
in appliances left there. At one point, one of the large containers was completely engulfed in flames. The Flathead County Sheriff's Office arrested one person later on suspicion of arson. That wasn't the end of the problems there; the Somers Fire Department was called back twice more for fires.
Kalispell police are trying to solve a mystery
on Ashley Drive, where a resident returned home to find her vacuum out, a room freshly vacuumed, and the blinds up. Nothing was missing, and there is no clue as to who the cleaning fairy is.
Whitefish police took a report from a woman
who said her neighbor called her names Monday on State Park Road.
Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding, and stop sign and equipment violations, U.S. 93 South.
Whitefish ambulance was needed Sunday when a teenage girl was injured
while wakeboarding on the lake. She went to the hospital.
Woman charged in traffic death
The Daily Inter Lake
Sunday, July 2
Alan Dean Denning, 39
Alan Dean Denning, 39, "peacefully returned to his heavenly home," after a beautiful day at the lake with his wife on Wednesday, June 28, 2006, at his residence in Coram.
Holiday Violet Odell
Holiday Violet Odell daughter of Randy and Kiki Odell of Kalispell, was born June 16 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Ruari Eileen Lynch
Ruari Eileen Lynch daughter of John and Melissa Lynch of Whitefish, was born June 15 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Iris Kincaid Hunt
Iris Kincaid Hunt daughter of Leslie and Will Hunt of Whitefish, was born June 19 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Trent Oscar Williams
Trent Oscar Williams son of Michael and Cozetta Williams of Coram, was born June 26 at North Valley Hospital.Trent joins Trace, 2.
Anna Marie Hardman
Anna Marie Hardman daughter of Chad and Amy Hardman of Kalispell, was born April 12 at Kalispell Maternity and Birthing Center, Inc.She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Dean Everett Stacy, 80
Dean Everett Stacy, 80, "went to be with Jesus" on Wednesday, June 28, 2006, at the Montana Veterans Home in Columbia Falls.
Marjorie Ruth Beck Asselstine, 87
Marjorie Ruth Beck Asselstine, 87, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
William W. Hart, 81
William W. Hart, 81, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2006, at his residence in Bigfork.
Katelynn Dawn Singer
Katelynn Dawn Singer daughter of Rochelle Williamson and Cyrus Singer of Kalispell, was born June 15 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Jayden Lyle Richmond Birky
Jayden Lyle Richmond Birky son of Melissa Welch of West Glacier, was born May 29 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 18 3/4 inches long.
Jackson Colt Merklinger
Jackson Colt Merklinger son of Tim and Cherokee Merklinger of Lakeside, was born May 28 at Kalispell Maternity and Birthing Center, Inc.He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Charity Jan McCallister
Charity Jan McCallister daughter of Roger and Clarissa McCallister of Kalispell, was born June 18 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7.7 pounds and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Haden Elizabeth Peters
Haden Elizabeth Peters daughter of Wade and Heather Peters of Columbia Falls, was born June 19 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Isolde Marie Aaberg
Isolde Marie Aaberg daughter of Sherry Stanfill and Jeremy Aaberg of Kalispell, was born May 26 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Teegan Neil LePage
Teegan Neil LePage son of Rich and Heidi LePage of Avondale, Ariz., was born May 8 at Banner-Thunderbird Hospital in Glendale, Ariz.He weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Braeden Shae Gunlock
Braeden Shae Gunlock daughter of Troy and Cortnee Gunlock of Kalispell, was born June 26 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Carson Henry Krack
Carson Henry Krack son of Jon and Jennifer Krack of Columbia Falls, was born June 23 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Water fight leads to spill damage
Libby Dam delivered a surprise this year - to the dismay of people who own land along the Kootenai River and also to those who value the river's fisheries.
Loren "Bud" Frerich, 87
Loren "Bud" Frerich, 87, passed away Monday, June 26, 2006, at the North Valley Hospital in Whitefish.
Emphasis changing for timber lands
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Numerous fireworks complaints dominated the calls received by the Flathead County Sheriff's Office
and police departments across the Flathead Valley during the weekend.
Gold, Gillum win 4th of July golf tourney
The Daily Inter Lake
Anna Marie Hardman, daughter of Chad and Amy Hardman of Kalispell, was born April 12 at Kalispell Maternity and Birthing Center, Inc.
She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Cafe reopens with Mexican flair
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Linemen wallow in hog heaven
Four Flathead linemen won the Hogs of Camp team championship at Saturday's Valley of the Hogs Linemen Competition at Legends Stadium.
Lakers win fifth straight
Reichhoff pitches 1-hitter
Michael "Mikie" Wayne Kennedy Jr., 19
Michael "Mikie" Wayne Kennedy Jr., 19, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. "He was taken from us unexpectedly, doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle."
Flathead High School secondary shines at passing tournament
Flathead 1 won the 7-on-7 Passing Tournament at Legends Stadium Saturday by beating Flathead 2 32-22.
Some items Saturday afternoon were reported stolen
from a vehicle to the Whitefish police.
Hot stuff
Class gets a pepper-spray primer
Columbia Falls police arrested a 35-year-old woman
on suspicion of drunken driving early Sunday morning.
Water therapy
Kayak camp is good medicine for young adult cancer patients
More on 'merger': Three nations under God?
One of the good things about writing an opinion column is that you hear back from readers with their opinions, too.
The Evergreen Fire Department and the Flathead Electric Cooperative dealt with a tree
that fell, knocked out a power line and blocked traffic early Saturday evening on the 700 block of Addison Square.
Today
3 The Glacier Stamp Club meets in the basement meeting room of the Flathead County Library, Kalispell. Stamp trading and talk begins at 7 p.m.; the regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. Visitors are welcome.
Kalispell police arrested an 18-year-old man Saturday afternoon
at a Dairy Queen on a warrant for assaulting a minor.
Tenant list grows for Spring Prairie Center
The Daily Inter Lake
Kmart reported an overturned soft drink machine
Sunday morning to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
Saturday, July 1
Columbia Falls Police arrested a woman on her second DUI charge
at 2 a.m. Friday on Nucleus Avenue. Later, officers called for an ambulance, when the woman suffered an apparent anxiety attack in the jail.
Gold, Gillum lead 4th of July golf tourney
The Daily Inter Lake
Kalispell Police are investigating a fire that destroyed a car
that had been reported stolen. The red 1993 Grand Am had been left running outside of Finnegan's restaurant and was reported missing at about 2 a.m. At 3:46 a.m., it was found burning a short distance away. The fire evidently began in the engine compartment.
Friendship House
Friendship House invites the community to its 10th annual garage sale fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at 606 Second Ave. W. in Kalispell.
Whitefish Police talked to a man
after a woman said he followed her from her job to The Wave fitness center. The man was parked outside when an officer arrived to tell him to stop doing that.
Swank secures contract to build ranger station
The Daily Inter Lake
Lakers edge Mission Valley to open Firecracker tourney
The Daily Inter Lake
Today
Flathead Audubon field trip in Lawrence Park, Kalispell. Meet at 7 a.m. at the park. Easy walk. Call Karen Nichols, 756-5763.
Man admits burglary
By CHERY SABOL
Montana boy could win Tour
Levi Leipheimer is now the top returning finisher after Friday's doping suspensions
Kalispell and Somers fire departments, Lakeside Quick Response Unit, and Montana Highway Patrol went to a vehicle rollover
south of Lakeside Thursday. One person went to the hospital.
Reservoir road link restored
Bridge now spans gap created when road washed out
Napping biker finds his wheels gone
While stealing a few winks, long-distance cyclist has bike stolen
Keeping kids alcohol-free
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
Stephen Eugene Becker, 29
Stephen Eugene Becker, 'went home to God' on June 24, 2006.
Always take care out there
Rain or shine, summer's undeniably arrived in the Flathead. And with its arrival comes celebrations of all sorts, including the Fourth of July, family reunions and vacations. With school out, kids are out and about, too.
Next stop: Hanoi
Kalispell woman launches teaching career in Vietnam
State probes Flathead septic dumping case
A Columbia Falls man is expected to face charges for pumping raw sewage into the Flathead River last month.
Are you ready for some football?
Prep passing tournament, linemen competition at Legends Stadium today
Flathead County Sheriff's Office was called about two skulls and some bones found in Badrock Canyon.
They turned out to be deer remains.
