Wednesday, May 31
Rennie Guy Bacon, 48
Rennie Guy Bacon, 48, of Berrien Springs, Mich., formerly of Kalispell, died Friday, May 26, 2006, at home after a five year battle with cancer.
Roger B. Mycroft, 79
Roger B. Mycroft "went to be with the Lord" on Sunday, May 28, 2006, resting peacefully after an extended battle with myelodysplastic syndrome at his home in Kalispell.
Steel bison marks way to state park
Visitors at Madison Buffalo Jump State Park near Three Forks will now be greeted by a life-sized, three-dimensional steel bison, thanks to the work of a Kalispell company.
Man held in connection with alleged kidnapping
A man was reportedly in custody Monday evening in Lake County, being questioned about a kidnapping during the weekend.
Joyce Maiden, 69
Joyce Maiden, 69, died peacefully May 25, 2006, at her daughter's home in Fresno, Calif.
Columbia Falls police
arrested a 15-year-old girl Monday on suspicion of breaking into a home on Eighth Street West, where she is accused of causing some damage.
Gentlemen, hold onto your wallets.
Kalispell police took a report from a Greenbriar Drive resident of a wallet containing identification and other items, found in a trash container. At Meadow Manor Trailer Court, a wallet containing several hundred dollars, credit cards, and identification was found; its owner is currently in jail. Another wallet was returned to the mother of a boy who dropped it at Woodland Park.
Riverdale plan bounced back to board
Like a battered ball in a pinball machine, the 3,800-acre Riverdale Neighborhood Plan continues to ricochet its way through Flathead County's planning process.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
was called at 2:30 a.m. Monday when someone reported a Chevy truck stuck in the Flathead River at the Old Steel Bridge. When asked whether the driver needed help, he reportedly responded by saying, "You want to hear something funny?" and fired three shots at the witnesses. Not finding that funny, they called for help. The truck's front end was submerged and the engine was running when officers arrived and arrested the 34-year-old driver.
Education a top priority for Senate hopeful
There's a two-way Democratic primary race in Senate District 4, but only one of the candidates - retired educator Jerry Reckin - seems to be competing.
Levy would extend control
Flathead residents decide Tuesday whether to give the county the right to levy as much as two mills in taxes to control mosquitoes.
Woman found dead in pickup
Joan Wallace had been missing for three weeks
Dryden to coach WHS football
The good news was almost worth a hole-in-one.
2006 graduates do us all proud
It has been hard to read the profiles of local high school students in the newspaper recently and not feel a little rush of excitement for what they've done and what they may do.
Recipe for a solid future
Today
Children's Story Hour is at 10:30 a.m. in the children's department of the Flathead County Library in Kalispell, 247 First Ave. E. Call 758-5822.
Wayne Richmond, 87
Wayne Richmond, 87, died Friday, May 26, 2006, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center, after a short illness.
Airport gets grant, new flight
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the Flathead Municipal Airport Authority a $1.14 million grant for Glacier Park International Airport.
Elliot takes over Flathead girls basketball program
Kim Elliot was named head girls basketball coach at Flathead High School Monday, replacing the coach who hired him seven years ago.
The Evergreen and Kalispell fire departments
went to a vehicle accident with injuries Sunday afternoon on Shady Lane. Kalispell went to an injury crash involving three vehicles Sunday on Fifth Avenue West.
Ballot issue polls voters on roadless areas
Although it is not binding, one of the more interesting items on Tuesday's ballot in Flathead County is a question aimed at testing support for protecting roadless areas.
Geri L. Crosswhite, 68
Geri L. Crosswhite, 68, 'entered into eternal rest' Saturday, May 27, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell after a long, courageous battle with lupus and most recently cancer.
Whitefish police
arrested a woman for DUI early Monday.
Richard S. Barton, 65
Richard Silas Barton, 65, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Monday, May 29
The Marion Fire Department
The Marion Fire Department helped take a 33-year-old woman to Kalispell Regional Medical Center after she broke her leg Sunday in a motorcycle accident near Marion.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office reported that two lost and cold male hikers broke into the Blacktail Mountain Lodge to call for help Sunday afternoon.
Today
3 Fairview Cemetery annual meeting 8:30 a.m. at the Chapel, 1225 Fairview Cemetery Road.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police reported several sprinklers ripped out Monday.
Trade winds/ Class of 2006: Spreading the word about agriculture
By NANCY KIMBALL
Whitefish police
Whitefish police reported a downtown power outage Monday.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police and the Flathead County Sheriff's Office arrested three young men late Sunday evening at the Motel 6 in Kalispell.
BIRTHS
Evan Joeseph Tidwell, son of Jessica and Adam Tidwell of Kalispell, was born May 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Clarence A. 'Pinky' Bourne, 90
Clarence A. "Pinky" Bourne, 90, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2006, at Colonial Manor Nursing Home.
Sunday, May 28
Raimey Lynn Hull
Raimey Lynn Hull daughter of Kelly and Stacie Hull of Kalispell, was born May 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21 inches long.
Evan Joeseph Tidwell
Evan Joeseph Tidwell son of Jessica and Adam Tidwell of Kalispell, was born May 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 1/2 pounds and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Rowdy Miles Crump
Rowdy Miles Crump son of Brett and Emily Crump of Lonepine, was born May 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Kenadie Kay Goudette
Kenadie Kay Goudette daughter of James and Carrie Goudette of Kalispell, was born May 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Kaden James Clark
Kaden James Clark son of Angela Burns and DJ Clark of Kalispell, was born May 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 1/2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Kyler Jason Christy
Kyler Jason Christy son of Jason and Terri Christy of Kalispell, was born May 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Atlas Ray Rice
Atlas Ray Rice son of Barney and Michelle Rice of Kalispell, was born May 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Samantha Kae Hilton
Samantha Kae Hilton daughter of John and Tammie Hilton of Kalispell, was born May 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Riley Cori Boisclaire
Riley Cori Boisclaire daughter of Robert and Stephanie Boisclaire of Kalispell, was born May 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
William Blake Robinson
William Blake Robinson son of Blake and Jennifer Robinson of Kalispell, was born May 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Nora Berniece McKessick
Nora Berniece McKessick daughter of Jonathan and Cythina McKessick of Kalispell, was born May 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 15.6 ounces, and was 22 1/2 inches long.
Gracie Marie Keltner Crock
Gracie Marie Keltner Crock daughter of Brian and Danette Crock of Whitefish, was born May 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Baylanna Dove Brash
Baylanna Dove Brash daughter of Clint and Arlene Brash of Kalispell, was born May 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 15.2 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Connor Jackson Foley
Connor Jackson Foley son of Steve and Beth Foley of Kalispell, was born May 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, and was 19 inches long.
Estella Patricia Stevens
Estella Patricia Stevens daughter of Erica Cantu and Joel Stevens of Kalispell, was born May 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, .06 ounces, and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Roman Robert Martin
Roman Robert Martin son of Robert and Stacie Martin IV of Kalispell, was born May 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, and was 22 inches long.
Kaleb Edward LaCroix
Kaleb Edward LaCroix son of Chris and Charitie LaCroix of Whitefish, was born May 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Sarah Elizabeth Smith
Sarah Elizabeth Smith daughter of Bill and Carlie Smith of Kalispell, was born May 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7.6 pounds, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Kassidy Lynn Shepard
Kassidy Lynn Shepard daughter of Karman Amundson and Josh Shepard of Kalispell, was born May 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Dailyn Jean Baier
Dailyn Jean Baier daughter of Dan and Jackie Baier of Kalispell, was born May 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Ethan Jenner Henjum
Ethan Jenner Henjum son of Jim and Stephanie Henjum of Columbia Falls, was born May 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 5 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 18 inches long.
Matthew Dean James Ketchen
Matthew Dean James Ketchen son of Dean and Daniella Ketchen of Kalispell, was born May 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Tyler LaMont Abraham
Tyler LaMont Abraham son of Marisa Paul and Montie Abraham of Hungry Horse, was born May 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Oaklie Leilana Mae Breslin
Oaklie Leilana Mae Breslin daughter of Nia Breslin and Trevor Johnson of Kalispell, was born May 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 1/2 ounce and was 20 inches long.
Lewi William Bjork
Lewi William Bjork son of Nicole and Arnold Bjorke of Creston, was born May 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 19 inches long.
Brandon Scott Lane
Brandon Scott Lane son of Nate and Kristi Lane of Eureka, was born May 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Gabriel Charles Dowler
Gabriel Charles Dowler son of Luke and Jacy Dowler of Kalispell, was born May 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 10 pounds, and was 21 inches long.
Jace Hunter Becker
Jace Hunter Becker son of Raymond and Geneva Becker of Columbia Falls, was born May 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Caleb Rion Houchens
Caleb Rion Houchens son of Jeremy and Tabatha Houchens of Kalispell, was born May 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Marissa Ashley Smith
Marissa Ashley Smith daughter of Steve and Cori Smith of Kalispell, was born May 8 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
RyAnn Lillie Lewis
RyAnn Lillie Lewis daughter of Bill and Regan Lewis of Eureka, was born May 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7.3 pounds, and was 21 3/4 inches long.
Davin Samson Naldrett
Davin Samson Naldrett son of Sam and Melissa Naldrett of Kalispell, was born May 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 inches long.
Ayden Lee Curtis
Ayden Lee Curtis son of Kristan Curtis of Eureka, was born May 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 9.2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Brianna Michelle Morsching
Brianna Michelle Morsching daughter of Brian and Tracy Morsching of Kalispell, was born May 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Rylee Grace Glimm
Rylee Grace Glimm daughter of Carl and Amy Glimm of Kalispell, was born May 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Joshua Benjamin Edelen
Joshua Benjamin Edelen son of Eric and Eryn Edelen of Kalispell, was born May 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Aspen Marie Wall
Aspen Marie Wall daughter of Lester and Mary Wall of Columbia Falls, was born May 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Alyssa Rosemarie Devine
Alyssa Rosemarie Devine daughter of Heather Stap and Dan Devine of Marion, was born May 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Abigail Marie Clark
Abigail Marie Clark daughter of Steven and Megan Clark of Marion, was born May 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Dawson Scott Glazier
Dawson Scott Glazier son of Todd and Jessica Glazier of Bigfork, was born May 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Daelen Alex Wallace
Daelen Alex Wallace son of Buck and Alexis Wallace of Kalispell, was born May 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Caden Marshall Edmonston-Brandt
Caden Marshall Edmonston-Brandt son of Rhonda Edmonston and Paul Brandt of Eureka, was born May 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Mauraia May Nigon
Mauraia May Nigon daughter of Jeremy Nigon and Renee Cordes of Kalispell, was born May 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 8.5 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Margaret Anne 'Peg' Yaeck, 94
Margaret Anne "Peg" Yaeck, 94, passed away in Kalispell, on Thursday, May 25, 2006.
As Memorial Day weekend approached, the question on many people's minds seemed to be: What's the weather forecast?
Pay your respects to our war dead
Vals' Andrus 6-peats at State A track
BUTTE - If it had been a baseball game, it would have been postponed because of weather … If it had been a football game, the climes could have made it immortal … But high school thinclads toughed it out Saturday at the State A-B track meet and made their marks in their Montana community's lore.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police are investigating a possible internal theft of $2,775 from Smith's Grocery.
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office reported 98 inmates at the county jail Sunday, which exceeded its legal limit of 92. A justice of the peace worked Saturday to trim the inmate count from 106.
Robert 'Bob' Ross Gordon, 85
Robert "Bob" Ross Gordon, "our wonderful Dad, Papa, Brother and Uncle," passed away at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland, Wash., on May 21, 2006, after a short battle with brain cancer. He joins his beloved wife, Donna, who preceded him in death in October 2000.
Three tangle in lively Senate campaign
There's a three-way Republican primary race to succeed outgoing Senate Minority Leader Bob Keenan in Senate District 5.
Births
Lewi William Bjork, son of Nicole and Arnold Bjorke of Creston, was born May 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Today
3 United Veterans of Flathead County host Memorial Day activities in Whitefish. Parade begins 9:30 a.m. Central School. Ceremonies will follow at 9:45 a.m., Second Street Bridge' 10:15 am., Whitefish Cemetery; 11:30 a.m. Glacier Memorial Gardens; noon Depot Park, Kalispell; 1:45 p.m. Fairview Cemetery, Columbia Falls; 2:30 p.m. Veterans Memorial Wall, Marantette Park; 3 p.m. Woodlawn Cemetery; 3:30 p.m. Montana Veterans Home Cemetery.
Consultant: State needs to woo younger workers
The American workforce has a distinguishing characteristic: its hair.
'Culture of corruption'? Or just plain dumb?
A few months ago I made a case for heeding the plain language of the U.S. Constitution instead of allowing courts and special interests to insert their wish list of rights, duties, obligations and cotton candy into the document.
South Kalispell Fire Department
The South Kalispell Fire Department checked out a Saturday evening Orchard Ridge subdivision chimney fire that was extinguished before fire trucks arrived.
Michael R. Mercer, 59
Our beloved Michael R. Mercer (formerly of Missoula and Polson) passed away Feb. 23, 2006, at his home in Yakima, Wash., of heart failure.
Flathead athletes weather the storm
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Campaign aims for Kalispell veterans memorial
'We will never forget'
Youth movement?
Young people compete with older, wealthier transplants for Flathead jobs
Ethel M. Shanor, 79
Ethel M. Shanor, 79, of Belgrade, passed away at the Bozeman Deaconess Hospital on May 19, 2006.
Aviator's flag to fly over Conrad Cemetery
At 1 p.m. Monday, United Veterans of the Flathead will hoist the casket flag of an unsung hero over the veterans memorial monument in C.E. Conrad Memorial Cemetery.
Trade winds/CLass of 2006: Lights, camera - and career
Whitefish girls settle for 6th place
BUTTE - Chris Hicks can leave behind his prep career with pride.
Saturday, May 27
Tianha Lynn Kushmaul
Tianha Lynn Kushmaul daughter of Heather Kushmaul and Corey Smith of Columbia Falls, was born April 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 14 1/2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Callie Lynn Kneeland
Callie Lynn Kneeland daughter of Aaron Kneeland and Shawn Williams of Kalispell, was born May 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Reggie Brandt Sapa
Reggie Brandt Sapa son of Bill and Tonia Sapa of Columbia Falls, was born May 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Grant Kenneth Kysar
Grant Kenneth Kysar son of Kenneth and Heidi Kysar of Kalispell, was born May 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Jolie Lynn Friar
Jolie Lynn Friar daughter of Tony Friar and Mandie Hanson of Columbia Falls, was born May 4 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Mary B. Krabill, 85
Mary B. Krabill, 85, of Shedd, Ore., "was received into glory" on Tuesday, May 23, 2006, from the Mennonite Home after spending seven weeks away from home.
Hadley Isadora Halkinrude
Hadley Isadora Halkinrude daughter of Billy and Shawna Halkinrude of Kalispell, was born May 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Hunter Goodman
Hunter GoodmanHe weighed 7 pounds, 11.9 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Alizia Cherylann Henson
Alizia Cherylann Henson daughter of Eric and Julia Henson of Kalispell, was born May 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Ava Gabrielle Berreth
Ava Gabrielle Berreth daughter of Robert and Meegan Berreth of Lakeside, was born May 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Aadin Jay Galloway
Aadin Jay Galloway son of Zack and Anna Galloway of Bigfork, was born May 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Park plows approach Logan Pass
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Amtrak's $900 million in funding falls short
Rehberg pledges support for full rail funding
Kalispell and Somers fire departments, Lakeside Quick Response Unit, and Montana Highway Patrol
were called to an accident in Somers Thursday that injured six people - none of them critically.
The bear pair
Hang 10, hang out at new skate park
Smooth bowls, steep rails and sharp ledges are a skateboarder's paradise. Now that the Dave Olseth Memorial Skatepark in Whitefish is open, heaven is just a few blocks away for local boarders and bladers. With Big Mountain as the park's backdrop, there's no finer place in the Flathead to practice your ollies and inversions, grind a ledge or practice your street moves than in this 15,000-square-foot concrete oasis.
Clark, Ogden state champs
Flathead girls second, boys third in AA track
Whitefish police
arrested a man behind the Palace Bar for resisting arrest after they confronted him about allegedly urinating in public. A transient was charged with disorderly conduct on Baker Avenue.
Tianha Lynn Kushmaul, daughter of Heather Kushmaul and Corey Smith of Columbia Falls, was born April 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
She weighed 7 pounds, 14 1/2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
A church leader
was willing to turn the other cheek and not request criminal charges against a boy suspected of stealing money from the church. An officer was asked to talk to the teenager, though.
Columbia Falls police
arrested two boys at the high school after a fight Friday.
Today
CollEctronics event 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Wave rear parking lot, 1250 Baker Ave., Whitefish. Recycle old computers, printers, scanners, typewriters, radios, cell phones, TVs, speakers and circuit boards. Trained technicians on hand to remove hazardous materials. Businesses, agencies and schools may pre-register. Fees charged depending on item. Call Susan Seaman at 250-6495 or e-mail
Flathead County Sheriff's Office
refereed a number of domestic disputes. They were reported on Church Drive, in Hungry Horse, on U.S. 2, on Berne Road, at Montana Village, and on Sandy Hill Lane.
Hicks, 'Dogs holding down first
Whitefish girls back in the pack
Paulson does it again
Home sweet (affordable) home
Glacier housing foundation tops 300 loans in 10 years
Bigfork's annual whitewater fest is this weekend
It's wet. It's wild.
Legal action now targets prosecutors
Budget Finance has added prosecutors to the list of people it is suing for the handling of convicted sex offender Dick Dasen, a former owner of the Kalispell business.
Friday, May 26
Alana Rae Russell
Alana Rae Russell daughter of Tina Rippberger and Rob Russell of Whitefish, was born May 22 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 19 inches long.
Kyra Lea Bruner
Kyra Lea Bruner daughter of Tiffany Lee Bruner of Whitefish, was born May 22 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7.2 pounds, and was 19 inches long.
Dylan Graye Sharpe
Dylan Graye Sharpe daughter of Jason and Nikki Sharp of Eureka, was born May 22 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8.7 pounds, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police are investigating vandalism to lights at the Mormon church.
Today
CollEctronics event 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and Saturday, The Wave rear parking lot, 1250 Baker Ave., Whitefish. Recycle old computers, printers, scanners, typewriters, radios, cell phones, TVs, speakers and circuit boards. Trained technicians on hand to remove hazardous materials. Businesses, agencies and schools may pre-register. Fees charged depending on item. Call Susan Seaman at 250-6495 or e-mail
FHS hopes to check-in, check-out with titles
This time, they do have motel rooms.
BIRTHS
Dylan Graye Sharpe, daughter of Jason and Nikki Sharp of Eureka, was born May 22 at North Valley Hospital.
Karin Marie Malmquist, 46
Karin Marie Malmquist, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend, was born Nov. 29, 1959, in Wilmar, Minn., to Peter and Marilyn Gandrud. She died May 22, 2006, in Whitefish, where she lived with her family.
Solid starts for Polson, Libby
It's not just a primitive camp
It's not just a primitive camp that's been set up on Columbia Mountain trail. According to a complaint to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office, the camp now includes tents, beer cans, clothing, toys and food. Happy campers are not welcome at the site.
Officer suspected in assault
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Bravettes fall short in opener to Rustlers
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Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a woman for DUI on Indian Trail Drive, a man for DUI at Woodland Park, and a man for felony DUI in the parking lot of the chemical-dependency center.
Most campgrounds ready for weekend
Campgrounds are open across Northwest Montana, but the camping could be a little soggy during the Memorial Day weekend.
Whitefish Ambulance went to a vehicle/pedestrian accident.
Whitefish Ambulance
Children's theater programs planned in Whitefish
Act out during summer camps
Art for the masses
New exhibit highlights work of American master
Lynn T. 'Ted' Day Jr., 81
Lynn T. "Ted" Day Jr., 81, died at his residence in Nampa, Idaho, on May 23, 2006, after a long battle with diabetes.
Libby Dam to release at full capacity
Last week's rapid runoff filled Lake Koocanusa to a point where the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers intends to run Libby Dam at full powerhouse capacity for the next few weeks.
Good job to the organizers and volunteers at a mock disaster near the Flathead/Lincoln county line Saturday.
Prepare for worst… but drive safely
Whitefish police
Whitefish police went to a fight at VFW bar that rekindled later at the Great Northern bar. Participants decided to call it a night.
Fortine legislator released from jail
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Suspect vanishes in cocaine cloud
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Thursday, May 25
Kalispell woman killed in one-vehicle accident
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GOP hopefuls want downsized government
Smaller state government is the mantra of the two Republicans squaring off in the primary for Montana House District 8 seat.
Tribe disbars O'Neil
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C-Falls joins Libby, Polson in Class A field
Polson and Libby have been there, done that, so many times they can't remember the last time they actually missed out on participating in a Class A state softball tournament.
Whitefish's Paulson going for 3rd state title
At least one Whitefish High School tennis player has a target on her back.
Community college honors Hurst with mentor award
Jim Hurst, owner of Owens and Hurst Lumber, discovered he was on tap for more than the commencement speakership Friday at the Flathead Valley Community College graduation.
Today
Deer Park School board special meeting 8 a.m. at the school. One item will be a closed session.
The Kalispell Police Department
had some words of wisdom on East California Street, where a girl reportedly threw things, punched a wall, and yelled at her mother. The dispute was over cigarettes.
In the mood for change
Legislator jailed in partner assault
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Matthew Paul 'Matt' Scotten, 49
Matthew Paul "Matt" Scotten, 49, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2006, at his home in Whitefish, surrounded by his family and friends.
Columbia Falls police
took a call from a church, checking on a man who had asked for aid from the church. Officers found a number of warrants for his arrest. When a patrol car arrived, the man reportedly bolted from the church. He was found in the back of a truck inside a canvas garage a few blocks away.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
was called Tuesday evening when someone heard a young man yelling for help on the Stillwater River. Officers caught up with a group of people who had been floating on the river. They said their raft got stuck and some people fell in the water, but everyone was fine.
Whitefish police
took a report of bottles of alcohol stolen from Flanagan's overnight.
The West Valley Fire Department
went to broken gaslines on Brook Drive and Fox Hollow Court.
Lakers walk over Glacier in 10 innings
Ever heard of a walk-off walk?
In sheriff's race, focus on the issue
It is a shame that one of the most important county races on the ballot this June has been most notable not for its three highly qualified candidates, but rather for its negative campaigning.
High-school graduations set for next week
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Social Security ruling helps asbestos victims
Baucus pushes disability coverage for remolite exposure
CMR, Big Sky teams to beat in AA
FHS starts with CMR
Wednesday, May 24
Mabel C. Young, 92
Mabel C. Young, 92, peacefully passed away Monday, May 22, 2006 at Heritage Place in Kalispell.
Highways take a toll on bikers
Rash of Flathead fatalities has law enforcement urging caution
Columbia Falls police
arrested a man at 1 a.m. Tuesday on suspicion of felony DUI on U.S. 2.
Mary Jean Halm, 85
Mary Jean Halm, 85, was born July 22, 1920, in Nebraska and passed away May 15, 2006, in Honolulu. She was the daughter of Carl and Clara Pieper.
Whitefish police
are investigating a burglary at the soccer fields off Montana 40. There is damage to the concession stand, where candy, cash, water bottles and other items reportedly were taken.
Kalispell police
arrested a man after stopping him on suspicion of a traffic violation Monday night on Sixth Street West. Detective Lt. Roger Nasset said officer Scott McConnell pulled over Michael Ryan Parrott, 21, of Kalispell because Parrott's vehicle was missing a front license plate. Visible inside the vehicle was an AK-47 semi-automatic rifle and a shotgun, Nasset said. Parrott reportedly possessed marijuana, pills prescribed for someone else, and about 6 grams of methamphetamine, Nasset said. A search of the vehicle also yielded an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle, Nasset said. Ownership of the guns is still in question, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives was notified.
Federal flood insurance is snow job
The start of the new hurricane season is upon us.
The Smith Valley Fire Department
went to a brush fire Monday near Lone Pine State Park.
Theodore Keith 'Ted' McDougall, 82
Theodore Keith "Ted" McDougall, 82, died at his home Sunday, May 21, 2006, in Rollins.
Forest plan scrutinized at open house
The examination is under way.
State tourneys get underway Thursday
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Planners consider Greywolf subdivision
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Police search nets pot, 160 tablets of Ecstasy
Kalispell police, following up on a traffic-stop arrest last week, reportedly discovered marijuana and 160 tablets of Ecstasy.
Today
Evergreen School District board meets at 6:30 a.m. in the administration building boardroom.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report from Collier Lane, where a resident said someone threw a pole through a plate-glass window at about 4 a.m. A paper carrier's vehicle also was damaged. A man in black who was seen running away is suspected as the javeliner.
Library spells out plans for expansion
The Flathead County Library wants to expand and move its main operation from its present location.
Incumbent legislator faces primary challenge
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No clues in disappearance of woman, 73
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Tuesday, May 23
Dixie Lois Brock Peltier, 80
Dixie Lois Brock Peltier, 80, died Friday, May 19, 2006, at Kalispell. She was born to Roy Brock and Kathryn Gaertner Brook at lone, Wash., on April 3, 1926; she moved with her parents back to the family homestead on the West Kootenai in north Lincoln County. Because Dixie was bedridden with asthma for 10 months at age 6, the family placier mined gold on Wolf Creek for a short time to get her out in the sunshine. Dixie attended Lincoln County High School in Eureka, graduating from there in 1945.
Flathead County Sheriff
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office dispatched rescuers to the Middle Fork of the Flathead River near Belton on Sunday evening when a raft was found upside down in a log jam. No one was hurt.
Battling a whisper campaign
The qualifications of John Weaver, one of three candidates for Flathead County sheriff/coroner, have been questioned in an apparent letter-writing campaign and he'd like to clear the air, he said.
Sally Cole, 64
Sally Cole passed away at her home Saturday evening, May 20, 2006, surrounded by her family.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a man at 2 a.m. Monday when he was moved to decorate vehicles on Second Street East with plants from outside a business.
James William Slater, 59
James William Slater, 59, of Great Falls, formerly of the Flathead Valley, died May 17, 2006, at the VA Regional Medical Center, Fort Harrison. The cause of death has not been determined by the coroner at this time. James was a self-employed mechanic and a U.S. Army veteran.
Today
3 Flathead City-County Board of Health Mosquito Control board meets 8-9:30 a.m., second floor conference room of the Earl Bennett Building, 1035 First Ave. W. Kalispell.
Alarms
The Kalispell Fire Department went to a smoky apartment Monday on Second Avenue West.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police were called by a woman who said an older man with a scruffy beard followed her on the Rails to Trails path and then hid at the bridge, as if he were awaiting for her to return. An officer found not a troll, but a man who is known to police and didn't seem to be causing any problems.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police took reports of items stolen from a vehicle on Riverwood Drive and electricity that may have been leeched from a home on Third Avenue West.
Theodore John 'Ted' Habarth, 65
Theodore John "Ted" Habarth, 65, of Bigfork, died of a sudden heart attack at his home on Swan Lake on Friday, May 19, 2006. Ted was born in Detroit on Nov. 5, 1940, the second son of Gerald C. Habarth and Sophie E. Leipus.
Sunday, May 21
Emma Reid Harris
Emma Reid Harris daughter of Thea Harris of Kalispell, was born April 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Tessa June Patricia Troyer
Tessa June Patricia Troyer daughter of Jim and Tonya Troyer of Bigfork, was born April 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Eliese Marie Henke
Eliese Marie Henke daughter of Scott Henke and Kristine Buckley of Kalispell, was born April 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Cade Korsven Weckwerth
Cade Korsven Weckwerth son of Peter Weckwerth and Melissa Godfrey of Kalispell, was born April 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Joelle Roberta Tooke
Joelle Roberta Tooke daughter of Doug and Becky Tooke of Kalispell, was born April 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Noah Bruce Clark
Noah Bruce Clark son of Bruce and Renee Clark of Kalispell, was born April 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Tyler Waylon Foultner
Tyler Waylon Foultner son of Wesley Foultner and Jessica Brown of Kalispell, was born April 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7.6 pounds, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
April Marion Marie Macy
April Marion Marie Macy daughter of Mark Macy Jr. and Cassandra Robinette of Kalispell, was born April 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 1/2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Hailey Ayn Hendrickson
Hailey Ayn Hendrickson daughter of Patricia Johnson and Noel Hendrickson of Kalispell, was born April 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Kaytlin Marie Smith
Kaytlin Marie Smith daughter of Jesse and Jeni Smith of Kalispell, was born April 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Dayne Nolan Tu
Dayne Nolan Tu son of Doug and Michelle Tu of Kalispell, was born April 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Tayen West Lackey
Tayen West Lackey son of Jebb and Shanti Lackey of Kalispell, was born April 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Brock Ashton Hooper
Brock Ashton Hooper son of Kari Hanson and Mark Hooper of Kalispell, was born April 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 22 1/2 inches long.
Kahleb Alan Plympton
Kahleb Alan Plympton son of Warren and Tandra Plympton of Kalispell, was born April 25 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 2 1/2 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long.
Summer Jasmine Mortensen
Summer Jasmine Mortensen daughter of Curtis Mortensen and Jasmine LaMar of Bigfork, was born April 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Jace Joseph Kinyon
Jace Joseph Kinyon son of Jason and Caley Kinyon of Kalispell, was born April 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 5.5 pounds, and was 18 inches long.
Cecilia Ann Parsons
Cecilia Ann Parsons daughter of Craig and Julianna Parsons of Kalispell, was born April 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces.
Naomi Grace Crowell
Naomi Grace Crowell daughter of Roger and Tami Crowell of Kalispell, was born April 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 3 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 16 inches long.
Eureka's Greenwood wins 300 hurdles at B Divisional
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Roderick Paul 'Rick' Muffitt, 60
Roderick Paul "Rick" Muffitt, 60, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2006, at his home in Kalispell, after battling liver cancer and pneumonia.
'Dogs' racquet racket
James R. 'Jim' Clegg, 70
James R. "Jim" Clegg, 70, "passed on to the Lord" on May 9, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.
Inventors learn basics of marketing on the market
Eureka!
Help us protect the neighborhood
Suppose you knew that your neighbor was a drug dealer. A nice guy otherwise, but still a drug dealer.
Today
3 Computer class highlighting Userful, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Flathead County Library, Kalispell. Free, but registration required. Call Brett Fisher, 758-5814.
Blasdel challenges Olson in state House contest
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John Weaver,
Whitefish
Mock disaster
'Emergency' situation Mock mass-casualty event gives emergency service personnel a chance to practice
A thorny problem for local florists?
Big box stores present a challenge to the little guys
Local Births
Cecilia Ann Parsons, daughter of Craig and Julianna Parsons of Kalispell, was born April 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
With campaigning and electioneering heating up as we near the June 6 primary, here are two numbers to consider: 8.44 percent and 7.37 percent.
Do your part for the valley - vote
Kalispell police
received a report of a Jeep running over a parked bicycle Saturday evening at Lawrence Park.
Three candidates vie for county sheriff
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
is investigating a Sunday morning assault near Ashley Lake that sent someone to a hospital emergency room. Additional details were not available Sunday.
A frog's life
Whitefish police
arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of drunken driving Saturday evening.
Ferdas life Whitefish to divisional track titles
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Mariners win streak reaches eight games
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Bravettes make it six titles in a row
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The Bigfork and Creston fire departments
put out a house and garage fire Sunday morning on McCaffrey Road.
Saturday, May 20
Marjorie Floreine Wylder, 86
Marjorie Floreine Wylder passed into the next life at the home of her son, Dennis Wylder, and wife, Francine Wylder, in Tucson, Ariz., on May 7, 2006. Marjorie was a former resident at Buffalo Hill Terraces in Kalispell until April 30, 2006. Due to her illness, she was moved to Tucson to spend her final days in the home of her son Dennis, where she received Home Hospice Care.
Kalispell police
took a report about a threatening note left on a door on Fifth Avenue East. The resident doesn't know any of the people referred to in the note.
Yoga Day fundraiser is today
A Yoga Day fundraiser will be held today at the Ananda Seva Yoga Center, 36 Second St. E., in Kalispell. All types of yoga classes will be offered from 7 a.m. to noon, from beginner Ashtanga and Kundalini to gentle Hatha.
Romeo and Juliet
The fairest stars 'Romeo and Juliet' springs to life this week on Cayuse Prairie stage "But soft! What light through yonder window breaks? It is the East, and Juliet is the sun!" - William Shakespeare,
Whitefish police
took a report of vandalism at American Bank.
Memorial Day snow?
Weather expected to be cooler, wetter in coming week
Fast start for WHS boys, girls
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Pirates, Dogs battling for titles
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Columbia Falls police
arrested a man behind Mike's Conoco for public intoxication at 1:40 a.m. Friday. He was released from jail later when he was sober.
Home burns while family on vacation
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This dog is Moon's best friend
A man and his dog are indeed inseparable, as Robert Moon's story attests.
Bike, foot traffic still prevails on Sun Road
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Whitefish Ambulance and Fire Department and Montana Highway Patrol
went to a vehicle rollover four miles west of Whitefish Thursday.
Today
Yoga Day fundraiser event for Violence Free Crisis Center, Ananda Seva Yoga Center. Classes begin at 7 a.m. until noon. Many types of yoga will be offered. Call 567-1195.
Bring on the pain relief
Kalispell chiropractor offers innovative treatment for chronic muscle, joint aches
Wolfe starts off season with main event victory
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Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report of yelling and cursing and causing of trouble between neighbors. On Lakeside Boulevard, a man reportedly yelled at and mooned someone who hired him last year as a contractor.
Braves, Bravettes charge to the top
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Plan board backs Big Mountain master plan
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Friday, May 19
Robert P. 'Bob' Hasquet, 80
Robert P. "Bob" Hasquet died Wednesday, May 17, 2006, at the Marias Medical Center in Shelby after a brief battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family at his death.
No flooding expected in Flathead Basin
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Les Averill had a simple business strategy: Do whatever it takes to succeed.
Bigfork loses one-of-a-kind booster
Flathead, Whitefish eye more divisional track titles
Flathead High School boys track coach Dan Hodge is hoping to be pleasantly surprised once again.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office dispatched emergency services to accidents and deputies to numerous neighbor disputes.
Recycle electronics May 26, 27
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Suspected kidnapper arrested
A man who allegedly kidnapped a co-worker from her home and threatened to kill two other employees at the UPS office in Kalispell was arrested Wednesday.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a man at 2 a.m. Thursday after questioning his sobriety on Skyles Place.
Whitefish natives win film award
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Kalispell highlights Legion hardball tourney
That's right, it's baseball season in the Flathead Valley.
A man told Kalispell police
A man told Kalispell police that he approached the driver of a vehicle on First Avenue East and informed him, "This looks like a pimpmobile." An officer wondered which laws the man thought the car owner was breaking. None, he replied, but "we should be more concerned about our neighborhood because, in Helena, this wouldn't happen."
Crash pins Kalispell man under van
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Bravettes sweep Spartans
Ambrose 'Ammy' Dean Ballard, 45
Ambrose "Ammy" Dean Ballard, 45, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2006, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center as the result of a motor-vehicle accident.
The Badrock Fire Department
The Badrock Fire Department went to a grass fire on Middle Road.
Kalispell man hurt in Sunday crash dies
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Planners vote down gravel-pit clarification
Definition of 'extraction' is central issue in West Valley dispute
The Hockaday Museum of Art will hold its fifth annual Benefit Auction of Miniatures and More tonight from 5 to 8 p.m.
It's a small world at the Hockaday
A woman told Columbia Falls police
A woman told Columbia Falls police that someone tried to break into her car at the post office last week.
Whitefish, Polson vying for net titles
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Sherry J. Addy, 55
Sherry J. Addy passed away in the early evening of May 11, 2006, at the North Valley Hospital in Whitefish.
Gordon W. Dukleth, 88
Gordon W. Dukleth passed away May 11, 2006.
State next stop for FHS netters
Flathead High School has four kids going to the State AA tennis tournament in Billings.
Abigail R. Horn, 6 months
Abigail R. Horn, 6 months, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2006, at her home near Columbia Falls.
Thursday, May 18
Janet Norene Randall, 72
Janet Norene Randall, 72, passed away at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, May 16, 2006, of natural causes. Her final hours were spent with her high-school sweetheart and husband of 53 years, Gerald Randall, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Collin Andrew Thornton, 23
Collin Andrew Thornton, 23, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2006, in a tragic motorcycle accident west of Kalispell.
Bravettes host Sentinel in playoff
Best-of-three-games winner advances to staate play in Missoula
Responding to a report
of a fight late Tuesday, Kalispell police arrested three people on the 400 block of Sixth Avenue West: two men, both 20, on suspicion of being in possession of alcohol and a girl, 17, on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.
After Kalispell police pursued
a pickup through town, a Montana Highway Patrol trooper ended up making the stop on U.S. 2, arresting a man, 21, on suspicion of DUI early Wednesday.
Educator gets education
Columbia Falls police
received a report late Wednesday of men assaulting two teenagers on the 600 block of Seventh Avenue West. The incident is under investigation.
Lakers hold off Glacier Twins
Twins' Krueger goes 4-for-5 with 3 RBI doubles
R. Dale Anderson, 73
R. Dale Anderson, 73, passed away April 26, 2006, at his home in Columbia Falls.
Cool off with a little fishing
With scorchingly high temperatures in May, there is only one place to be: on one of our many beautiful lakes with a fishing rod in hand.
Plan for Libby Dam spawns lawsuit
Environmental group opposes federal agency's call for increased flows
Muddy waters ahead for fishing opener
Melting snow swells rivers and streams
Bust nets $36,000 in meth
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The heat is really on
Record highs lead to meltdown in Glacier National Park
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations on South Meridian.
N.Y. firm to manage resort at St. Mary
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
received a report of items being stolen Tuesday from a car parked at an auto repair shop in Coram.
Don't tie hands of security forces
It is reasonable to be afraid of one's own government. There is plenty of evidence of malfeasance and foolishness and even outright skulduggery in the halls of power.
Paulson, Bulldogs, Pirates eye three-peats
There will be little drama surrounding the Class A divisional girls tennis tournament, which begins today at 4 p.m. at the Glacier Tennis Club and the courts at Flathead Valley Community College.
Wednesday, May 17
Abigail R. Horn, 6 months
Abigail R. Horn, 6 months, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2006, at her home near Columbia Falls.
Disaster drill set for Saturday
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County candidates queried on priorities
Eleven of 12 commissioner hopefuls attend forum Tuesday in Kalispell
Whitefish police
got a report of an assault in the Amtrak parking lot on Central Avenue Thursday night.
Get down to business on border
President George W. Bush's speech on illegal immigration finally gave the issue the profile it deserves. For years, health-care providers, educators and taxpayers - mostly in border states - have been complaining and pointing directly to a clearly defined problem.
Council approves sale of old armory site
Ohio-based builder plans to break ground in June for hotel-casino complex
Today
Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations on West Idaho.
Rangers rob Twins
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Columbia Falls police
arrested a man, 45, for driving under the influence of alcohol at Mike's Conoco on U.S. 2 early Friday morning.
A man who was arrested by Flathead County Sheriff's deputies
Wednesday night after a disturbance at a Parkside Drive residence was arrested again Thursday night. Released from jail, the 21-year-old returned to the same residence and attempted once again to kick in the door. The man was charged once again with disorderly conduct and criminal mischief.
The Evergreen Fire Department
was dispatched to a vehicle fire on Cooperative Way Friday afternoon.
Kalispell police
arrested two women, both employees at Tidyman's, for theft at the store Thursday night.
C. Falls denies Kiser sewer request
Subdivision development was put on ice Monday night for one parcel of land on the northwest border of Columbia Falls.
Whitefish planners resume resort hearing
Board on Thursday will consider Big Mountain master plan
Lester Willey Averill, 85
Lester Willey Averill passed away peacefully May 15, 2006, surrounded by his family and caregivers, ending a long and adventurous life. His life was consumed by hard work, family, community and a determination to leave this world a better place. His vision and legacy continues to bring enjoyment and memories to families around the world.
Wildkats rally past Lions
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Tuesday, May 16
Whitefish police
were called to a family disturbance on East Third Street Sunday night.
Beautiful day, bad tempers
Warm weather didn't bring out the best in people, based on reports to the Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
Carving Montana's memoir
Columbia Falls police
arrested a man on a DUI charge early Monday morning on 11th Avenue West.
Josie Dochtermann McCracken, 64
Josie Dochtermann McCracken, 64, of Berthoud, Colo., died March 23, 2006, at McKee Medical Center in Loveland, Colo.
Today
3 Kalispell Police Department conducts a saturation patrol today for speeding and stop sign violations on U.S. 93 from 11th to 18th Street.
ALERT helicopter, Kalispell Fire Department's ambulance, and Montana Highway Patrol
went to a four-wheeler accident on Morning View and North Hill early Sunday. A man who was critically injured went to the hospital.
Rivers to crest soon
With record high temperatures in the forecast, main rivers in Northwest Montana are expected to crest at the end of the week, some of them approaching flood stage.
Kalispell police
took a report from a man who suspects his ex-wife has sicked two convicts on him. He reported being followed on Sunday.
Sunday, May 14
A day to remember
I suppose every year about this time my thoughts will return to mother - though not a day ever goes by when I don't think of her at least a hundred times.
Building 'burns' in planning exercise
Red Cross volunteers and staffers, with help from other agencies, turned Big Sky Manor into a towering inferno Wednesday - but their intentions were good.
Maggots champs again
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Meeting helps map Kalispell's way north
Open house planned Tuesday on growth policy
Two people were injured in a head-on vehicle collision
at U.S. 93 and Rocky Cliff Road. The Somers Fire Department took the injured people to Kalispell Regional Medical Center. The Montana Highway Patrol still was investigating the accident Sunday.
Kenneth 'Kenny' Allen Kinniburgh, 68
Kenneth "Kenny" Allen Kinniburgh, 68, passed away Friday, May 12, 2006, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center due to complications of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, and sudden-onset leukemia.
Anatomy of a crime scene
"That's got to be a grave."
An Alert helicopter
found a man alive and well along the river shore after he went missing for a while Sunday after a raft flipped on the Flathead River's Middle Fork at the Goat Lick area. Six people, most wearing life jackets, ended up in the river. Five were rescued quickly. The Coram Fire Department took care of them.
New fund looks to invest in area companies
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Kalispell police
arrested a 49-year-old Kalispell man early Sunday morning on suspicion of drunken driving after his Ford Ranger ended up in a ditch at the intersection of Conrad and Willow Glen drives.
Columbia Falls police
ticketed a man for alleged criminal mischief for peeing all over his Columbia Falls jail cell Saturday evening. He was being held there on a county warrant.
A pit bull was stolen
from along Frontage Road Saturday evening, said the Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
'Da Vinci' garners religious attention
The first thing you see on the Web site of popular Christian author Josh McDowell is this question: "Are you prepared for May 19, 2006?"
Stock exchange
Polson youth education program lets students sample ranch life
Monday
3 Computer class highlighting Microsoft, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Flathead County Library, Kalispell. Free, but registration required. Call Brett Fisher, 758-5814.
Flathead set to add more than 400 new rooms
Overnight lodging in the Flathead Valley is multiplying nearly as rapidly as the area's housing developments.
Next month, when District Judge Kitty Curtis re-sentences Joseph Aceto to prison, some discomfort in how the system works will be soothed.
Aceto and the bumpy road to justice
Flathead Valley Community College and 11 other sponsors have tapped Rebecca Ryan, an authority on next generation talent, to speak at a luncheon and social hour May 25 in Kalispell.
Expert on young talent to speak May 25
Whitefish police
arrested three men in their 20s on suspicion of fighting at the Great Northern Bar early Sunday morning.
Saturday, May 13
Whitefish Ambulanc
Whitefish Ambulance and Fire Department went to a vehicle rollover on Karrow Avenue at 5 a.m. Friday. At least one injured person went to the hospital. Another accident with injuries was reported later on Spokane Avenue.
Weather may help Sun Road work
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Offic
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office investigated a report of 10 people drunk and shooting at Summit Station, where lead was flying all over the place. A deputy discovered that a new trap-shooting club was shooting legally.
The Columbia Falls Police Department
The Columbia Falls Police Department arrested a man at Columbia Villa Apartments for allegedly violating a restraining order by calling a woman he shouldn't.
Sheriff hopefuls square off
As the three candidates for Flathead County sheriff talked at a Thursday forum about themselves and their ideas for improving the office, one candidate denounced what he called a developing "smear campaign."
Libby-area woman, 74, still missing
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Sewing seeds of goodwill
Community gardens, fundraisers and dinners harvested plenty of help in Kalispell last month:
Moose host state rugby championships
Flathead squad faces Spokane Razorbacks in quarterfinal play at 10 a.m.
Making movies
Turtle beach
Polson High School students travel to Costa Rica to help save these leviathans from poachers
Environmental groups sue over roads, winter use
Two local environmental groups have filed a lawsuit challenging recent biological opinions related to road management and snowmobiling access on the Flathead National Forest.
One more time
Eureka competes in its final 8-B event
The Whitefish Police Department
The Whitefish Police Department arrested a man Thursday evening on suspicion of DUI on Dakota Avenue.
Four FHS netters head to state
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Kalispell police
Kalispell police took a report from an out-of-town woman who described an odd exchange with three men in a tan, four-door Buick. They pulled her over on Main Street and asked for money on a debt for a person she doesn't know.
WestCoast Red Lion Hotel at the Kalispell Center Mall is having a food drive for the Flathead Food Bank from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.
Food drive set for Sunday at mall
Friday, May 12
Nevaeh Larai Gomez
Nevaeh Larai Gomez daughter of Brina Gomez of Columbia Falls, was born May 4 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 3.8 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Lucille Marie Libby
Lucille Marie Libby daughter of Kirstie Evans and Ernie Libby of Coram, was born May 4 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21 inches long.
Bailey Ann Smith
Bailey Ann Smith daughter of Scott and Nichole Smith of Whitefish, was born April 24 at North Valley Hospital.Bailey joins Bodie, 3.
Connor Venezio
Connor VenezioHe weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 1/4 inches long.
Scott Colter Dalen
Scott Colter Dalen son of Jeff and Jenny Dalen of Kalispell, was born May 5 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Griffin Thomas Gunlikson
Griffin Thomas Gunlikson son of Ryan and Betty Gunlikson of Whitefish, was born May 5 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Zain Michael John Nicholls
Zain Michael John Nicholls son of Tifani Church and Kelsey Nicholls of Kalispell, was born Feb. 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 inches long.
Hannah Christine Danielson
Hannah Christine Danielson daughter of Greg and Lianna Danielson of Kalispell, was born April 22 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 9.5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
U.S. 93 bypass construction
Safety tops list of criteria
CD-release party at Red's
Local musician Stephen Jackman celebrates the release of his new CD Saturday night at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell. The party gets started at 8 p.m.
Planning issues heat up near C. Falls
Ten acres of land with suburban agriculture zoning south of Columbia Falls' old Red Bridge will go to the City Council meeting June 5 with a recommendation to rezone it for one-acre residential lots.
Two forums planned for candidates
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Polson planners reject zone change for Wal-Mart
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Planners OK subdivision
Project proposed on 646 acres near the foot of Ashley Lake
Whitefish police
arrested a 24-year-old on suspicion of DUI and driving without insurance early Thursday on U.S. 93.
Rescue shows value of defibrillators
Gary Cockerill chose a fortuitous place to have a heart attack - both a nurse and an automatic external defibrillator were nearby.
Whitefish tennis does in C-Falls
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Local Births
Zain Michael John Nicholls, son of Tifani Church and Kelsey Nicholls of Kalispell, was born Feb. 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Flathead 9 drop finale to Big Sky
An angry woman complained to a Kalispell police officer
that she had been locked out of her residence Thursday afternoon by her roommate. The officer provided counseling to the couple.
Columbia Falls police
arrested a 30-year-old man on suspicion of family-member assault early Thursday.
Murderer gets 90-year prison term
Project proposed on 646 acres near the foot of Ashley Lake
Glacier STring Quartet plays Mozart in Polson
Experience the remarkable genius of Mozart as the Glacier String Quartet plays a tribute to "Magnificent Mozart" on Friday, May 19 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 4th Ave. E. Polson.
Today
Somers School board Negotiation Committee and Somers Education Association Negotiation Committee meet 12:30 p.m. at Somers Middle School.
Part D sign-up deadline Monday
Agency suggests seniors explore all options for help
Homeland Security honors Border Patrol agents for valor
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became suspicious and called Flathead County sheriff's deputies after noticing birds falling out of trees and teenagers in the area with BB guns.
A resident on White Birch Lane
Thursday, May 11
Guy Laurendeau, 81
On Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at 2:18 p.m. a great man, wonderful friend, loving father, and unique personality passed from this world 'to be with his Lord and Savior.'
Columbia Falls police
are investigating vandalism reported to a vehicle on Martha Road.
Today
School District 5 and Flathead High School district board Personnel/Finance Committee meets at 7 a.m., district office.
Whitefish police
are investigating a hit-and-run accident that damaged a light post and a building on Second and Central streets Wednesday morning.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
had its own animal problems. On Days Acre Lane, three geese and two ducks had their gooses cooked by an unknown source. A black bear was reported on Lupfer Road.
The Kalispell and Evergreen fire departments
were needed at a vehicle rollover with injuries on Montana 35.
Harold Christian Ebaugh, 89
Harold Christian Ebaugh, 89, of Bigfork past away quietly of natural causes Friday morning, May 5, 2006, with family members at a care facility in Billings.
Training targets mental illness
A free Webcast training seminar scheduled May 24 gives consumers, providers and the public an overview of a preventive program aimed at mental illness.
Andrus signs with Montana
University of Montana cross country and track and field coach Tom Raunig announced Wednesday that Brooke Andrus of Bigfork, a four-time state champion, has signed a national letter-of-intent and will begin competing for the Grizzlies in 2006-07.
State shooting laws lead to a need for tolerance
Your neighbor's gunplay probably is legal
Divisional time arrives for young FHS netters
Three teams, two days, four spots.
Growth queries puzzle Kalispell Planning Board
Growth-control complications from a proposed annexation of a proposed auto-sales center stymied the Kalispell Planning Board on Tuesday.
Forest opens camp sites this weekend
Most Flathead National Forest campgrounds operated by concessionaire Charlie Jantzen will be open this coming weekend, beginning Friday, May 12.
The Kalispell Police Department
arrested 10 people between noon and 2 p.m. Wednesday, according to Chief Frank Garner. Arrests included a man wanted on a $40,000 warrant on a charge of assaulting a child; he was also suspected of possession of drug paraphernalia. A woman was arrested on suspicion of trying to pawn stolen jewelry. At least one underage drinker was arrested.
A new director for a new direction
No one really knows why Porter Goss suddenly resigned as director of the Central Intelligence Agency last week, but more importantly no one really knows why he was appointed.
No trouble brewing - yet - over coffee-stand request
Who would have thought a drive-through coffee stand in Columbia Falls would produce a tempest in a teapot?
Audubon info found on new Web site
The Flathead Audubon Society announces a new Web site at www.flatheadaudubon.org.
House committee kills land-sale proposal
Rep. Denny Rehberg, R-Mont., says the House Appropriations Committee has killed legislation that would have authorized a plan to sell national forest and Bureau of Land Management lands.
Revised plans for forests unveiled
Kootenai proposal: No 'recommended wilderness'
Safe at home
Cancer survivor Michael Lavin returns in time for baseball season
Wednesday, May 10
Polson splits with Whitefish in tennis
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Bravettes split with Polson in softball
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Today
Children's Story Hour is at 10:30 a.m. in the children's department of the Flathead County Library in Kalispell, 247 First Ave. E. Call 758-5822.
Planning Board considers subdivisions near lakes
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Columbia Falls police
took a report of youths throwing rocks at a camper trailer at Columbia Falls RV Park.
Troy Mine operators show profit
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The Kalispell Police Department
is investigating a theft and suspected arson fire that destroyed a black 1998 Honda CRV. The vehicle was reported stolen from Liberty Street just before 1 a.m. Tuesday. The owner said the keys had been left in the vehicle. It was found on Ashley Lake Road, "completely toasted," over an embankment. The license plate and vehicle identification number were incinerated in the fire, but the owner was able to identify it. Fire officials think the fire was intentionally set. Kalispell and Smith Valley fire departments and Montana Highway Patrol responded.
Kalispell City Council
Residents steer talk to traffic concerns
Ex-businessman admits guilt in fraud case
Myron 'Mike' Felt reaches plea agreement in money laundering
Racing season off to fast start
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Rediscover a valley tradition
17th annual Family Forestry Expo scheduled this weekend
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
took a report of six intoxicated youths fighting in the street in Coram. Two men in their 50s, smelling of alcohol, pestered people and looked in vehicles in the Kmart parking lot. They left without trouble.
Agreement expected to stabilize lumber market
Small mills still may be vulnerable
U.S. 93 bypass construction
Residents can help set criteria
Lumber pact may restore 'fair trade'
It's been a difficult pill to swallow - having Canadian lumber producers dictating trade terms for the U.S. market - but a recent softwood lumber agreement may help to resolve a long-running trade dispute between the two countries.
The Evergreen and Kalispell fire departments
went to a vehicle rollover on U.S. 2 near Midway Rental at about 11:30 p.m. Monday. One person was said to be seriously hurt.
Ex-C. Falls student dies in shootout
A former Columbia Falls High School student was killed in a shootout with police near Cleveland last week.
Steven Roy Howe, 48
Steven Roy 'Steve' Howe 'was welcomed into Heaven' on April 28, 2006.
Louis 'Lee' Moller, 63
Lee Moller passed away Sunday, May 7, 2006, at his home in Walla Walla, Wash., after a yearlong battle with cancer.
Glacier Institute needs volunteers for work weekend party
Know how to wield a yard rake? Swing a Pulaski? Swipe a paintbrush?
Columbia Falls clubs Whitefish
The Whitefish Police Department
arrested on suspicion of DUI and having no insurance on Ashar Avenue.
Tuesday, May 9
Pilot's remains found
By JOHN STANG
Curtis E. Flint, 90
Curtis E. Flint, 90, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2006, at the Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell. He was born Oct. 31, 1915, in Moscow, Idaho, the son of Arthur John and Rose (Booher) Flint.
Kalispell police
arrested three allegedly illegal aliens Monday at the Super 8 motel. Officers investigated a complaint that they had been ogling a young girl and found that the trio was in the country illegally, working for a landscaping company in Idaho. Agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement were notified about the Mexican citizens.
Lions roar, 18-1
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Whitefish police
took a report of a car stolen from Woodland Place. When the owner found out her boyfriend had taken it, she didn't want to press charges.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
evacuated a day care Monday on Granite View Drive when a man in a nearby home reportedly said he had a gun and threatened to kill himself. Deputies had also responded to the home Sunday evening when the man reportedly threw his wife out of the house. He was gone when officers arrived then, but he had returned by 11 a.m. Monday, when he reportedly threatened to harm himself. Officers found him under a bed inside the home and took him into custody without trouble for a mental-health evaluation. A substance thought to be cocaine was seized.
A serious vehicle accident
was reported Sunday on Hubbart Dam Road. ALERT helicopter, Marion ambulance and fire department, and the Montana Highway Patrol responded.
Tuesday
3 Public is invited to a free community lecture from 7:30 a.m. at Pathways Treatment Center, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell. Topic is "raising Secure and Independent Children." RSVP to 756-3950.
Shots lead to arrests of teens
Four teenagers were arrested on suspicion of drug offenses Sunday night after gunshots were reported at a home on Flathead Drive. No one was hurt.
Gary Dean Knutson, 60
Gary Dean 'Dean' Knutson, 60, passed away peacefully Friday, May 5, 2006, at his home in Polson.
Dawn G. Zimmerman, 67
Dawn G. Zimmerman, 67, of Ronan passed away Sunday, May 7, 2006, at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula.
Columbia Falls police
arrested a man Sunday evening on suspicion of DUI on U.S. 2.
Monday, May 8
Zoie Annabelle Hitt-Guerrero
Zoie Annabelle Hitt-Guerrero daughter of Samantha and Vince Guerrero of Kalispell, was born April 28 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Ryder Peak Elliott
Ryder Peak Elliott son of Natalie and Dave Elliott of Whitefish, was born May 1 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 6 pounds, 12 1/2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Levi Kenneth Sandlin
Levi Kenneth Sandlin son of Timothy Sandlin and Annalisha Nelson of Kalispell, was born April 29 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Two men told Columbia Falls police
Saturday that someone shot a paintball gun at them as that person's car drove by. No one was hit.
Whitefish police
arrested a man and a woman in separate Saturday evening incidents for having outstanding misdemeanor warrants.
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office
is investigating the death of a 6-month-old girl at the Hideaway Mobile Home Court near Columbia Falls.
Kalispell police
arrested a 23-year-old Kalispell woman Saturday evening for fighting another woman on Fifth Avenue West.
The Three Rivers Fire Department's ambulance
took an injured football player from Columbia High School to North Valley Hospital on Saturday afternoon.
Today
3 Computer class highlighting the library, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Flathead County Library, Kalispell. Free, but registration required. Call Brett Fisher, 758-5814.
A rare breed
Local Births
Zoie Annabelle Hitt-Guerrero, daughter of Samantha and Vince Guerrero of Kalispell, was born April 28 at North Valley Hospital.
Sunday, May 7
Riley Jean Portmann
Riley Jean Portmann daughter of Jeff and April Portmann of Olney, was born April 28 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 2 1/2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Wyatt Thomas Akey
Wyatt Thomas Akey son of Josh and Jaci Akey of Whitefish, was born April 26 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7.4 pounds and was 20 inches long.
Alexzander Joseph Thomas Jenkins
Alexzander Joseph Thomas Jenkins son of Dawnlynn Jenkins of Whitefish, was born April 27 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Madeline Sophia Palmer
Madeline Sophia Palmer daughter of Gary and Kelly Palmer of Kalispell, was born April 24 at Kalispell Maternity and Birthing Center, Inc.She weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Norah Eron Schmidt
Norah Eron Schmidt daughter of David and Kathryn Schmidt of Whitefish, was born April 13 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Auditor orders end to land-options sale
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Do you want to know why the many county commissioner candidates are seeking the job?
Commission candidates sound off
An angel in nurse form
Someone called Kalispell Police Department
Someone called Kalispell Police Department to report a group of boys putting glue on girls' bikes.
Arms race
Myers delivers, again
Bravettes turn the tables on the Bulldogs
The last time the Flathead Bravettes played a doubleheader against Butte, the Bulldogs won by a combined 23 runs.
Today
First Presbyterian Church, 301 Central Ave., Whitefish, youth group flower sale fundraiser for their relief trip to New Orleans this June. Hours 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Annuals, perennials, and ornamental grasses for sale.
Land auction attracts three bidders Prospective buyers ante up $1.7 million
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What's happening with the bypass?
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Mary Josephine 'Mary Jo' Ten Eyck, 85
Mary Josephine "Mary Jo" Ten Eyck, 85, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2006, at Health Center Northwest.
Robert G. 'Bob' Stewart Sr., 77
Robert G. "Bob" Stewart Sr. was "received into the arms of Christ" on May 4, 2006. He had a long battle with lung cancer, and his spirit found victory over it.
Helena spoils Glacier's debut
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It's a beautiful thing to behold - a forest plan that is only 153 pages long, including the glossary and indexes, and only about a half-inch thick.
Bravo for brief (sort of) forest plan
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 22-year-old woman for assault, resisting arrest and criminal mischief following her involvement in an altercation at Sportsman Club and attempting to kick the window out of the patrol car.
Gary Dean Knutson 'Dean,' 60
Gary Dean Knutson, "Dean," 60, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 5, 2006, at his home in Polson.
Rolling in dough
Business is rising for Main Street bakery
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a 25-year-old Washington man for open container shortly after midnight Saturday.
Free public-safety education courses are offered by the Flathead County Sheriff's Office in connection with the American Council on Criminal Justice Training.
Sheriff's office provides public safety courses
Bozeman takes pair from Lakers
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Newgard takes singles title in tennis invitational
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West Valley Fire Department
West Valley Fire Department contained a grass fire just south of Three Mile Drive Saturday afternoon.
Two drunken men
Two drunken men were panhandling for gas money in the Wal-Mart parking lot Friday evening. When a deputy from the Flathead County Sheriff's Office arrived, they agreed to stop.
BIRTHS
Madeline Sophia Palmer, daughter of Gary and Kelly Palmer of Kalispell, was born April 24 at Kalispell Maternity and Birthing Center, Inc.
The good, the bad and the border
Sometimes borders are a good thing.
The Daily Inter Lake is launching a market and readership survey today to measure shopping patterns and media habits of area residents.
Reader input sought in newspaper survey
Saturday, May 6
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a man, 45, for driving under the influence of alcohol at Mike's Conoco on U.S. 2 early Friday morning.
Duty, honor, country
U.S. military academy taps Whitefish seniors
Streamflows better than last year
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Community on the path
to safer strolls
Flathead tennis hosts three Missoula schools
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Warming trend produces slides on Sun Road
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police got a report of an assault in the Amtrak parking lot on Central Avenue Thursday night.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested two women, both employees at Tidyman's, for theft at the store Thursday night.
Today
Audubon birding trip in Swan lake area. Meet at 8 a.m. at the Little Brown Church at Montana 35 and 83. Bring binoculars and lunch. Contact Bob Rost at 837-2255. Everyone welcome.
'Life Lessons Learned'
Kalispell author pens book to help graduates succeed
The Evergreen Fire Department
The Evergreen Fire Department was dispatched to a vehicle fire on Cooperative Way Friday afternoon.
Bradley Paul Babbitt, 18
Bradley Paul Babbitt was born Dec., 11, 1987, in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Bradley 'went home to be with the Lord' on May 3, 2006, at his residence in Lakewood, Ohio. Bradley was a student at Columbia Falls High School in 2004 before he moved back to Ohio. Bradley had traveled around the world as his father is retired from the U.S. Army, he lived in Germany, Egypt, Texas, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Roe draws a diverse, talented field
Twenty-four schools, six track meets taking place at the same time and four athletes sporting state best times or marks should make for a royal track extravaganza today at the annual Archie Roe Invitational at Legends Stadium.
Mary Claire (Parker) Frazer, 84
Mary Claire (Parker) Frazer, a native of Butte, peacefully passed from this world on May 3, 2006, two days after her 84th birthday. Surrounded by people who loved her, Mary Claire died looking forward to reuniting with her husband, Ken, who preceded her in death by two years.
Health Department offers free testing for women
Women can receive free health tests, including bone scans and body-fat testing, on May 12 at the Flathead City-County Health Department.
A man who was arrested
A man who was arrested by Flathead County Sheriff's deputies Wednesday night after a disturbance at a Parkside Drive residence was arrested again Thursday night. Released from jail, the 21-year-old returned to the same residence and attempted once again to kick in the door. The man was charged once again with disorderly conduct and criminal mischief.
Friday, May 5
Loran Mahlum, 51
Loran Mahlum, of East Helena and Wolf Point, died early on the morning of April 30, 2006, on the shore of Fort Peck Lake northwest of Jordan.
Today
First Presbyterian Church, 301 Central Ave., Whitefish, youth group flower sale fundraiser for their relief trip to New Orleans this June. Hours noon to 8:30 p.m. today, 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, and 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Annuals, perennials, and ornamental grasses for sale.
Columbia Falls police
arrested a man, 19, on suspicion of driving with a suspended license early Thursday.
Agency taking public comments on Swan Valley proposals
The Bonneville Power Administration is joining ongoing conservation efforts in the Swan Valley with recent land acquisition and easement proposals.
Whitefish police
arrested a man, 37, on contempt of court warrant at the police station Thursday.
Measure restoring Sun Road funds passes Senate
Sen. Max Baucus, D-Mont., expects House to approve amendment
Wildkats stop Eureka, 7-0
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William 'Bill' Robert Tennant, 68
William "Bill" Robert Tennant, 68, died peacefully of lung cancer at his home in Morgan, Utah, on April 29, 2006. He was born July 11, 1937, to Vern and Mary Wilson Tennant in Kalispell.
Flathead County sheriff's deputies
arrested a man, 21, on suspicion of disorderly conduct and criminal mischief Wednesday night at a Parkside Drive residence. Confronted by deputies after he had been kicking at the door of the residence, the man left and later returned, resulting in the arrest. He later threatened suicide at the Flathead County Jail and was put on a special watch.
Planning Board fails to approve Riverdale plan
Proposal goes to county commissioners without a recommendation
Bravettes roll over loggers
The Bravettes are officially on a roll.
Flathead orchestra takes final bow
The Flathead High School Orchestra, under the direction of Sherry Simmons, will be presenting its final concert of the season on Monday at 7:30 p.m. in the Flathead auditorium.
Glacier Symphony wraps up season in grand style
Glacier Symphony will conclude its season with "Extreme Romantics" a grand finale set of concerts featuring the popular "Symphonie fantastique" by Hector Berlioz, a commanding score that showcases the power and versatility of the orchestra.
Libby woman charged in embezzlement
A Libby woman has been charged with embezzling from her Kalispell employer under duress by her boyfriend, now deceased.
Cost diagnosis of new 911 center in early stages
Draft report submitted Tuesday to board members shows that between $875,000 and $2.1 million might be needed
Agencies approve alpine lakes project
Controversial plan aims to kill trout hybrids in Flathead River drainage
Aceto found guilty
A Flathead County jury Thursday night convicted Joseph Aceto of attempted deliberate homicide and aggravated kidnapping for a 2000 shooting incident followed by the abduction of his former girlfriend Eileen Holmquist.
Kalispell police
cited a man, 53, for shoplifting Wednesday evening at Tidyman's.
Parks should not be commercialized
We're pleased to see that national parks won't become new targets for corporate sponsorships and naming rights.
Whitefish ambulance
and the Montana Highway Patrol responded to a vehicle accident on KM Ranch road Wednesday evening, with the ambulance transporting a person to North Valley Hospital.
Thursday, May 4
A good start, with long road ahead
After nearly 10 years of talking, inspecting, planning and producing documents, the National Park Service is finally embarking on a concerted reconstruction of Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park.
Plum Creek seeks overall permit for rock projects
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A man called the Flathead County Sheriff's Office
after a confrontation with an employee turned ugly.
Christopher Henry Johnson, 43
Chris 'CJ' Johnson was born April 2, 1963, in Aurora, Ill. He 'entered his rest' April 25, 2006.
Sun Road contract awarded
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A man called the Kalispell Police Department
on Tuesday evening when he accidentally locked his 2-year-old daughter in the car in a parking lot at The Summit.
C. Falls to discuss Kiser sewer-extension request
Columbia Falls property owners along 12th Avenue WN likely will be interested in a sewer-extension request that will be up for discussion May 15 at the City Council meeting.
Lakers whip Libby; now 3-3 overall
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Two ecogroups announce merger
Two of the most active environmental groups in the Northern Rockies have merged to become the WildWest Institute.
Today
Prayer Breakfast to honor National Day of Prayer, 6:30 a.m., Pin and Cue, Whitefish. $5 donation per person. Everyone welcome.
The harbor master
Whitefish police
arrested a 19-year-old man for assault Tuesday night.
Lake Mary Ronan a top place to fish
Lake Mary Ronan is one of Northwest Montana's favorite fishing holes. This 1,500-acre lake usually produces good catches of kokanee salmon and yellow perch, plus an occasional rainbow trout or largemouth bass.
Judge rules for county in land-use argument
Flathead County recently won summary judgment in another land-use planning lawsuit.
Burton gets home title fight with Stone
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'I didn't go there to kill anybody'
Joseph Aceto, facing attempted murder and kidnapping charges, testifies in his own defense
The Kalispell Fire Department
responded Tuesday evening to a report of smoke in the upper level of a house on Sixth Street East.
Wednesday, May 3
Dorothy Fishbaugh, 85
Dorothy Fishbaugh, 85, passed away Monday, May 1, 2006, in Kalispell after an illness following surgery. She was born Jan 21, 1921, in Ferndale, the daughter of Nels K. and Hattie C. (Johnson) Peterson.
A couple of trees
went down on power lines Monday when a windstorm swept through Whitefish. A tree fell on a line, creating a hazard on State Park Road. At Eighth Street and O'Brien Avenue, a tree "took out" a car and a power line, Whitefish police said.
Hutton Ranch ready to roll
Construction starts in July for new retail center
Council tweaks, OKs proposal to sell armory
Kalispell laid down its supposedly final terms Monday to sell the old Montana National Guard armory to a developer wanting to build a hotel and conference there.
Rescues - James Bond style
Park Board approval will seal hovercraft deal for Whitefish Lake
Georgia Marie Johnston, 46
Georgia Marie Johnston, 46, of Seattle passed away Saturday, April 29, 2006, as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Kalispell.
Flathead's Compton throws no-hitter
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WHS girls pound Bravettes
Whitefish, Flathead boys tie
Robert J. 'Bob' Kobbervig, 71
Robert J. "Bob" Kobbervig, 71, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2006, at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish.
Today
Somers School District board special meeting 7 a.m. to canvass election results, Somers Middle School.
Keenan-funded poll shows Burns in trouble with voters
A poll commissioned by Republican Senate candidate Bob Keenan finds that Montana voters have made up their minds about Sen. Conrad Burns, R-Mont. - most with an unfavorable view of the incumbent.
The Somers Fire Department
responded to a brush fire on Conrad Point Road near Lakeside.
Spring fever may have been the malady
behind stolen and vandalized vehicles, one apparent "joy ride" and a number of dogs with wanderlust.
Ora Glenn 'Skip' Rickey Christensen, 62
Ora Glenn "Skip" Rickey Christensen was born May 29, 1943, to Oral Oliver Rickey and Francis Mae Shafer Rickey in Dillon. He passed away Friday, April 21, 2006, in Kalispell.
Death penalty sends right message
Convicted sex offender Joseph Edward Duncan III is charged with killing a Coeur d'Alene woman, her boyfriend and her 13-year-old son. Police say that Duncan killed the three as part of his plan to kidnap two younger children - Dylan and Shasta Groene - in order to molest them. Dylan was ultimately killed, and Shasta was rescued thanks to alert strangers who had followed the extensive news coverage of the case.
A woman on Forest Hill Road
told the Flathead County Sheriff's Office that someone took her car for a joy ride Monday night. When she found the vehicle in the morning it was on her lawn, butted up against another vehicle, and it wouldn't start.
Unofficial results of local school elections
Columbia Falls
Part of missing Navy jet located
F-9F Cougar fighter aircraft crashed in 1960 in Flathead Lake
Bond set for cocaine suspect
Bond is set at $250,000 for one of the people arrested last week in a cocaine seizure in Kalispell.
Thomas Timbrukip 'Tim' Zundel, 33
Thomas Timbrukip "Tim" Zundel passed away peacefully at home April 27, 2006, "in the arms of our Lord."
Columbia Falls police
said a man had an unexpected overnight guest when a husky cross followed him home and opted to stay the night. The dog was lost in the 100 block of Nucleus Avenue.
Tuesday, May 2
Fredricka Elva (Chapman) Combs, 78
Fredricka Elva (Chapman) Combs, 78, passed away Saturday, April 29, 2006, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. She was born Sept. 20, 1927, in Columbia Falls, the daughter of Kyle and Susanna Elva Chapman.
Columbia Falls police officers
arrested a man on a warrant Monday. His age was not reported.
William J. Daniel 'Dan' Haller Jr., 25
William J. Daniel "Dan" Haller Jr., was born June 20, 1980, to William and Robyn Haller in Yakima, Wash.
The ALERT helicopter
was dispatched to an injured motorcycle rider at a motocross competition Monday afternoon in Hungry Horse. The 22-year-old man was taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center with suspected head injuries.
Whitefish police
were called to a house on Mountainside Drive where a squirrel had taken up residence with a nest of babies in the roof.
Aceto trial under way
Public meetings planned
The Flathead National Forest's Proposed Forest Land Management Plan, issued Monday, triggers a 90-day public comment period that will conclude at the end of July.
Slowing down on sewer
Lakeside declares moratorium on some new subdivisions
Paul Eugene Sturz, 87
Paul Eugene Sturz, 87, 'went home to be with his Lord and Savior' on April 27, 2006.
Today
3 AARP Driver Safety Program for all drivers age 50 and older, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 2 and 4, The Summit, Kalispell. $10 course fee. Call 751-4500 to register,
Flathead releases slimmed-down forest plan
The Flathead National Forest on Monday rolled out a proposed forest-plan revision that closely follows last year's draft recommendations for wilderness, timber harvest and other strategic management goals.
Flathead County sheriff's deputies
were called Monday to investigate the theft of $900 from a home on Montana 35 in Bigfork. A suspect was reported.
Kalispell police
responded to a report of attempted burglary Monday on Belmar Drive, where a resident found someone had attempted to break through the door. It turned out that the resident's 13-year-old son caused the damage.
