Saturday, June 30
Fire season depends on July weather
It all comes down to rain and lightning in July.
Inez DeSanti Moon, 97
Inez DeSanti Moon, 97, passed away peacefully at the Brendan House on June 27, 2007. Inez was born in New York City to Gerunzio and Giuseppina DeSanti, natives of Italy and Austria. She was the third youngest of four siblings - a sister and three brothers.
Alarms
The Whitefish Fire Department responded to a fire on West Haven Drive.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a 28-year-old man for felony probation violation and a 31-year-old woman driving on a suspended license, driving without insurance, and having fictitious plates during a traffic stop on U.S. 93. The car was impounded and its third passenger had to walk home.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a 56-year-old man for disorderly conduct after they found him shooting a .38 into the air. He was also cited with illegally setting off fireworks.
Man killed by RV
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Randall S. 'Randy' Burns, 53
Randall S. "Randy" Burns died June 19, 2007, surrounded by his family. Randy was born to John Burns and Mildred Burns on June 29, 1953, in Sidney.
Mariners pound Glacier
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Today
St. Matthew's Parish annual yard sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 541 First Ave. W., Kalispell. Proceeds benefit World Youth Day Pilgrims' trip to Sydney, Australia.
Gilbert E. Smith, 80
Gilbert Smith, 80, died peacefully in the Kalispell Regional Hospital of an extended illness on June 25, 2007.
Friday, June 29
Jack D. Ford, 90
Jack D. Ford, 90, passed away Wednesday evening, June 27, 2007. Jack was born in Elma, Wash., Feb. 28, 1917, to Eathel and Robert Ford. Since his father worked in a logging camp and there were no schools in the area, Jack attended Hill Military Academy from fourth grade through high school.
School District 5 to begin career cluster curriculum this fall
School District 5 is setting the bar for high schools across the state with its career cluster curriculum, scheduled to begin this fall.
Maureen Diana (Walsh) Knutson, 59
Maureen Diana (Walsh) Knutson, 59, died after a long battle with multiple sclerosis and lung cancer, on June 26, 2007, at the Hospice of Larimer County, in Windsor, Colo. Maureen was born to Richard Walsh and Bernice Peterson on Nov. 2, 1947, in Kalispell.
Columbia Falls police arrested a 27-year-old man for driving under the influence of alcohol at the intersection of Seventh Street and Sixth Avenue West.
Columbia Falls police
Whitefish run celebrates milestone
Saturday's Lake Run will be the 30th running
Inez DeSanti Moon, 97
Inez DeSanti Moon, 97, passed away peacefully at the Brendan House on June 27, 2007. Inez was born in New York City to Gerunzio and Giuseppina DeSanti, natives of Italy and Austria. She was the third of four children, a sister and three brothers.
Ash to put Ogden on probation
No worries, former Flathead High School star Daniel Ogden is not going to lose his scholarship.
Lance L. Anderson, 50
Lance L. Anderson, 50, passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2007, at Health Center Northwest and Hospice in Kalispell, after a long struggle with Huntington's disease. Lance was born on June 27, 1956, at Culbertson, the son of Vernon and Pearl (Kress) Anderson. He graduated from Great Falls High School and the University of Denver.
Opening at last
Glacier National Park is on pace for a Sunday morning opening of Going-to-the-Sun Road at Logan Pass, along with service from a new transit system.
Board of Health continues to examine emergency services' proposals
One person's "teeth" is another person's "penalty" and a third person's "remedy."
Flathead Valley a 'rising power'
Chamber speaker addresses local career conference
M's edge Lakers on Rausch's double
Local women build on tradition
Flathead Valley women showed their prowess in carpentry last weekend as a band of 75 volunteers went to work on a Habitat for Humanity home in Columbia Falls. What sets this project apart from other Habitat homes is that it will be built entirely by women.
Today
3 Beginning at 6 a.m. some Flathead Electric Cooperative customers may experience scattered, brief outages due to a house move, starting at 214 Second St., Whitefish, moving east to Baker Avenue, south to U.S. 93 to Montana 40, east to U.S. 2 and on to Montana 206; then south to Kelly Road, to a subdivision at intersection of Columbia Falls Stage and Hellman Drive. Move will take about seven hours. Call Scott Mitton, 751-4408.
Alleged victim runs into attacker
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies got a call from an alleged assault victim, saying he happened upon the man who attacked him. Deputies were unable to find him before he got away. The victim was allegedly assaulted by the man, a friend of a friend, at a party he was hosting earlier this week on Spring Creek Drive.
Thursday, June 28
Whitefish
Whitefish police arrested a 19-year-old boy for suspected theft after he took a paddle boat out on the river without permission. He was also charged with criminal mischief because there was some damage to the boat. The case is still under investigation.
John Lithgow tour de force comes to Whitefish in July
Famed actor John Lithgow, a Flathead Valley resident, will bring nine characters and a parrot to life July 9 in his new one-man show at the O'Shaughnessy Cultural Center in Whitefish.
Fred O. Brauer, 89
Fred O. Brauer, 89, of Missoula, passed away June 25, 2007, of natural causes. Fred was born Aug. 23, 1917, in Butte. His father and mother homesteaded at Divide which is where he lived until the homestead burned down in the early 1920s, forcing the family to move back to Butte. Shortly thereafter, the family moved to Bonner, where Fred attended Bonner School and then Missoula County High School, graduating in 1937.
Columbia Falls backs street project
By the narrowest of margins, Columbia Falls voters passed a $1.1 million street levy request Tuesday, that will rebuild some of the city's worst thoroughfares and possibly add a stoplight on U.S. 2.
Panel looks at coal-bed proposal
Members of the Flathead Basin Commission struggled Wednesday to understand how coal-bed methane development in the Canadian Flathead drainage could unfold in years to come.
Jeanette B. Grob, 79
Jeanette B. Grob passed away peacefully 'in the loving arms of Jesus and Mary' and her devoted children on June 3, 2007. Jeanette was born Aug. 24, 1927, in Bismarck, N.D., to Anton and Albina Knoll.
Lance L. Anderson, 50
Lance L. Anderson, 50, passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2007, at Health Center Northwest and Hospice in Kalispell, after a long struggle with Huntington's disease. Lance was born on June 27, 1956, at Culbertson, the son of Vernon and Pearl (Lunde) Anderson. He graduated from Great Falls High School and the University of Denver.
A crappie situation
Today
3 Fair-Mont-Egan School board special meeting at 7 a.m. in the school library.
PSC wrestles better deal out of BBI
The Public Service Commission deserves a pat on the back for looking out for Montanans.
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police broke up an argument between family members on Crescent Drive.
Kalispell
Kalispell police broke up an argument between neighbors on Yellowstone Street. One neighbor said the other neighbor's dog ate his cat.
Can't we all just get along?
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies arrested a 39-year-old woman for partner assault after she punched her husband in the face, twice.
Wednesday, June 27
Hazel Angeline Johnson, 88
Hazel Angeline Johnson, 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 23, 2007, surrounded by her loved ones. Hazel was born to Charles and Jeannette Halsey on Aug. 2, 1918, at Dore, N.D. She was the oldest of seven children and lived on the family homestead across the state line in Fairview, Mont.
Board, parents deadlock
Polson school board rejects settlement
Kalispell
Kalispell police arrested a 31-year-old woman for driving under the influence of alcohol after she plowed through a light post and into some trees on U.S. 93 South. She called someone to drive over and pick her up - before she knew she was taking a trip to jail - who, it turns out, was also drunk. So police arrested the 37-year-old man, also for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Teen pleads guilty in girl's injury
Max Gregory Goe, 18, pleaded guilty Tuesday to felony criminal endangerment for his role in a 14-year-old girl's fall from a third-story window last December.
C. Falls backs street project
By 10-vote margin, voters approve $1.1 million in funding
Police roll out new motorcycle patrols
The Kalispell Police Department's new motorcycle squadron officially was introduced to the public Friday afternoon with engines roaring and sirens wailing.
Whitefish
Whitefish police arrested a 33-year-old Kalispell man on a contempt of court warrant.
Empty vehicle found rolled in a ditch
Flathead County Sheriff deputies responded to a vehicle rollover on Montana 206. When they got there, the vehicle's occupants were nowhere to be seen.
Today
3 Planned Parenthood of Montana, 795 Sunset Blvd. Kalispell, offers free HIV tests today. No appointment necessary. Call 756-1033.
Mavis Thornton, 70
Mavis Thornton passed away at her home south of Lakeside on the afternoon of June 19, 2007. She was in comfort of her family and friends who were able to be there to say their farewells 'and escort her to the next life.'
Andy Irvine, 14
Andy Irvine, 14, passed away on June 23, 2007, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. He was surrounded by family "as he was welcomed into the courts of heaven. He has heard the words of his saviour, 'Well done, good and faithful servant.'
Mercer's exit was a smart move
We congratulate Montana's U.S. attorney, Bill Mercer, for extricating himself from Washington, D.C., before sinking to its level.
Robert 'Bob' Anthony Testa, 64
Robert "Bob" Anthony Testa, 64, passed away of natural causes June 13, 2007, at his home at the Mountain View Manor in Whitefish. Bob was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Dec. 11, 1942, to Salvatore and Esther Testa.
Adding a square mile to Kalispell
Annexation near for Starling project
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police received a report that a 1996 Dodge was stolen from in front of a building on First Avenue East.
The Smith Valley Fire Department responded to an untended campfire near Ashley Lake Road.
Alarms
Tuesday, June 26
Annexation near for major project
Starling would have 3,000 homes built out over 20 years
Kalispell
Kalispell police told a woman to leave the house after a domestic argument on Seventh Avenue East North.
Popular restaurant closes down
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
Lois Mae Huffman Loutherback, 74
Lois Mae Huffman Loutherback, 74, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2007, at home with her family by her side.
Today
Evergreen School District board meets at 7 a.m., in the administration building boardroom.
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police arrested a 65-year-old man for his second DUI charge on Seventh Street West.
County, state don't agree on dust-control plan
By AMY MAY
Twins split with Missoula; Electrics sweep Lakers
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Officials urge river safety after tragedy
By NICHOLAS LEDDEN
Mariners sweep Salmon
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John F. 'Jack' Provence, 89
John F. "Jack" Provence passed away May 22, 2007 in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Andy Irvine, 14
Andy Irvine, 14, passed away on June 23, 2007, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. He was surrounded by family 'as he was welcomed into the courts of heaven. He has heard the words of his saviour, 'Well done, good and faithful servant.'
Flathead County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a 35-year-old man on the suspicion of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl.
Man arrested for alleged assault
Bear with bad habits may go to zoo
Whitefish
Whitefish police arrested a 17-year-old man for driving under the influence of alcohol. He was standing in another man's yard harassing him, but by the time police showed up he was sitting in the car. Thus the DUI.
Monday, June 25
Today
3 Advance ticket sales for the 2007 Northwest Montana Fair go on sale 7 a.m.
Olivia Lane Hanson, daughter of David Hanson and Andrea Howe of Kalispell, was born June 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
She weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Three Rivers EMT and Columbia Falls
Three Rivers EMT and Columbia Falls fire paramedics went to a home on Brunner Road for a 35-year-old woman who tripped on cement steps and possibly broke her ankle Sunday afternoon.
Two vie for FVCC trustee seat
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Historic win for Flathead student
2007 grad grabs national speech championship; teammate is runner-up
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police arrested three men Sunday. Just before 2 a.m., a 39-year-old man was stopped on U.S. 2 and ticketed him in connection with felony DUI, a charge that kicks in with the fourth offense. At 12:30 p.m., they ticketed a 36-year-old man at First Avenue East and A Street on suspicion of possession of drug paraphernalia, and arrested him on a city warrant. And just after 5 p.m. on Seventh Street, they ticketed a 65-year-old man on suspicion of DUI.
Kalispell
First, Kalispell police went to a 4:06 a.m. call that a stranger knocked on the door at 157 Sherwood Lane, prompting neighborhood dog-barking. Then they went to a 4:09 a.m. call at 160 Sherwood Lane about somebody trying to enter through a back window. When the resident opened a door, he heard a man yell to a vehicle out front, then take off crashing through the bushes. The intruder left the back gate open.
If I had a hammer
Flathead County
Flathead County sheriff's deputies were stopped by road construction between East Glacier and Pinnacle when they tried to help the Bureau of Indian Affairs in a pursuit that had started Saturday evening of an aggravated-assault suspect in Browning.
Whitefish
Whitefish police started out a Saturday night call by tracking down a hit-and-run suspect, but ended up charging the 20-year-old man on suspicion of DUI, possession of drug paraphernalia and resisting arrest.
Sunday, June 24
Adeline Frances Logan, 92
Adeline Frances Logan, 92, passed away on Friday, June 22, 2007, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. She was born on Dec. 17, 1914, at the family home in the Pine Grove area of Kalispell, the daughter of Lawrence and Emma (Raasch) Bruyer.
Rev. Canon Loren S. Foot, 87
The Rev. Canon Loren S. Foot, 87, died of natural causes at Evergreen Health Center in Polson on June 2, 2007.
Gene Frehse, 75
Gene Frehse, 75, passed away at his home in Kalispell, the Lake Blaine community, on Thursday, June 21, 2007, of natural causes. He was born Feb. 27, 1932, in Falls City, Neb., the son of William Frederick and Faye Rita (Gunn) Frehse.
Audrey M. (Hoffman) Jochim, 86
Audrey M. (Hoffman) Jochim, 86, died of natural causes at the Liberty County Hospital in Chester, Thursday afternoon of June 21, 2007.
Competitive road bidding? Hardly
Glacier National Park and its construction contractor have done a yeoman's job in recent weeks repairing storm-damaged sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Twins drop Gallo title game
Laurel holds Glacier to four hits in 7-0 win
A brew with a view
Furor at the creek
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to a disturbance at the Lid Creek campgrounds and arrested a man on Columbia Falls and Whitefish warrants.
Today
3 Flathead Spay and Neuter Task Force annual rummage sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 4260 Trumble Creek Road, Columbia Falls. Donations welcome. Call Valerie, 752-3513; or Debbie, 837-6280.
It's about time to clean up our act
FRANK MIELE
Small Sluggers
Positive infusion
By CANDACE CHASE
Four projects, 4,000 homes
Kalispell council considers large annexations
Elmer A. Knudson, 96
Elmer A. Knudson, 96, passed away in Kalispell on Thursday, June 21, 2007. Elmer was born June 23, 1911, in Bowbells, N.D.
Ackley sets five swim records at Montana Senior Olympics
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Paul K. Mooring, M.D., 83
Paul K. Mooring, M.D., 83, died at his home on Swan Lake on Wednesday, June 13, 2007. He was born Sept. 16, 1923, in Houston, and raised in Stuttgart, Ark.
Boy in tubing accident dies
Andy Irvine's life vest snagged Thursday in the Stillwater River
Buls, Keyser lead after 18 in Buffalo Hill club golf
Ryan Buls blistered the Cameron Nine with a 4-under par 66 Saturday to open a four-stroke lead after the first round of the Buffalo Hill Golf Club Championship.
Mariners tip Libby, finish 3rd in tourney
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Madeline E. Carmichael, 93
Madeline E. Carmichael, 93, passed away June 15, 2007, at Lake View Care Center in Bigfork. Madeline was born June 3, 1914, in Hartford City, Ind., to Frank and Anna (Adams) Hamilton. She lived in Hartford City most of her life.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a 21-year-old man on an outstanding warrant for contempt of court after he hit a woman on a bicycle with his car. She was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 45-year-old female on her fourth DUI during a traffic stop on Grove Street.
Whitefish police arrested a 24-year-old and 25-year-old man on suspicion of disorderly conduct after they fought. They used to be friends.
Whitefish police
Saturday, June 23
Mackenzie Dawn Brandt
Mackenzie Dawn Brandt daughter of Ronald and Stephanie Brandt of Kalispell, was born June 18 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Elsa Yvonne Reddig
Elsa Yvonne Reddig daughter of Elden and Sarah Reddig of Kalispell, was born June 16 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 4 pounds, 15.5 ounces, and was 17 inches long.
Victoria Marie Drury
Victoria Marie Drury daughter of Kyle Drury and Christina Shelton of Kalispell, was born June 12 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 7 pounds, 1.2 ounces and was 19.5 inches long.
Lief Kingstyn Markesson Graham
Lief Kingstyn Markesson Graham son of Greg and Moriah Graham of Trego, was born June 20 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
James Richard Ovitt
James Richard Ovitt son of Russell Ovitt and Kaitlyn Manning of Kalispell, was born June 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.James joins Beau, 4.
Samuel Charles Marsh
Samuel Charles Marsh son of Joseph and Stephanie Marsh of Kalispell, was born June 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 9.6 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Tailyr Lynn Reece
Tailyr Lynn Reece daughter of Shaine and Karen Reece of Lakeside, was born June 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Briella Joy Pace
Briella Joy Pace daughter of Dustin and Amber Pace of Kalispell, was born June 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 3 1/2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Logan Ronald John Bowers
Logan Ronald John Bowers son of Ron Bowers of Shelby and Mechelle Prather of Kalispell, was born June 6 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Timothy Andrew Schmidt
Timothy Andrew Schmidt son of James and Michele Schmidt of Eureka, was born June 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Kayla Rae Marie Loflin
Kayla Rae Marie Loflin daughter of Jeff Loflin and Lessly Draney of Bigfork, was born June 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Cora Lia Baldwin
Cora Lia Baldwin daughter of Randy Baldwin and Michele Major of Kalispell, was born June 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 1/2 ounce, and was 19 inches long.
Tristan William Blaquiere
Tristan William Blaquiere son of Ryan and Kelly Blaquiere of Kalispell, was born June 18 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 3/4 inches long.
Taylor Marie Cole
Taylor Marie Cole daughter of Chad B. and Sheena J. Cole of Whitefish, was born June 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Estrella Rose Montoya
Estrella Rose Montoya daughter of Stanley and Megan Montoya of Kalispell, was born June 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Levi Allen Wilson
Levi Allen Wilson son of Amy Davis and Glen Wilson of Whitefish, was born June 14 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 7.6 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Kaydence Kole Blackwell
Kaydence Kole Blackwell daughter of Cole and Chelsi Blackwell of Whitefish, was born June 10 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 1.7 ounces, and was 18 inches long.
Katherine Julia Bailey
Katherine Julia Bailey daughter of Matt and Tara Bailey of Whitefish, was born June 15 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Nakiah Jo Persinger
Nakiah Jo Persinger daughter of Matt and Kati Persinger of Whitefish, was born June 21 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Kaylie Marie McGavin
Kaylie Marie McGavin daughter of Kory and Liz McGavin of Whitefish, was born June 15 at North Valley Hospital.She weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Vincent Gia Lam
Vincent Gia Lam son of Vinh Lam and Bang Nguyen of Kalispell, was born June 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 3.5 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Makenzie Lynn Westphal
Makenzie Lynn Westphal daughter of Aaron and Courtney Westphal of Kalispell, was born June 2 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Olivia Lane Hanson
Olivia Lane Hanson daughter of David Hanson and Andrea Howe of Kalispell, was born June 7 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Blake Gordon Rendahl
Blake Gordon Rendahl son of Joe and Martha Rendahl of Whitefish, was born June 12 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 6.6 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Kona Scott Duchardt
Kona Scott Duchardt son of Scott and Charisse Duchardt of Whitefish, was born June 13 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Timothy Carlos Zundel
Timothy Carlos Zundel son of Gordy and Kris Zundel of Columbia Falls, was born June 15 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 5.6 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Peyton Wallace Lacy
Peyton Wallace Lacy son of Dennis and Mariah Lacy of Kalispell, was born June 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.
Nazar Shostek
Nazar ShostekHe weighed 10 pounds and 10 ounces.
Kona Duchardt
Kona DuchardtHe weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Tavien Kohl Lund
Tavien Kohl Lund son of Robert Lund and Emmy Smith of Kalispell, was born June 3 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Kandice Janelle Gladden
Kandice Janelle Gladden daughter of Nicholas Gladden and Elizabeth Neuharth of Kalispell, was born June 5 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 20-year-old male for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Car left running; man dies
A 93-year-old Lakeside man died early Thursday morning after a series of somewhat bizarre circumstances led to what coroners think was his poisoning.
Sun Road repair work on schedule
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Moose dropping
Ryan Hansen, a moose assembly man and welder with Kalispell Art Casting, leaps off the top of Robert Tate's nearly 1-ton creation before the bronze moose was airlifted into its permanent home Friday afternoon in front of the new Sportsman and Ski Haus in Kalispell's Hutton Ranch Plaza. Tate, right, worked on the sculpture with his 15-year-old daughter Morgan Tate for six months. The moose, who's nicknamed Haus, is the mascot for the business' new location, which will open Friday.
Today
3 Flathead Spay and Neuter Task Force annual rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, 4260 Trumble Creek Road, Columbia Falls. Donations welcome. Call Valerie, 752-3513; or Debbie, 837-6280.
Twins halt streaking Mariners, 9-8
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Stumptown society celebrates 25th year
A quarter century ago, a group of Whitefish folks got together to share memories and stories of their town's early days.
African adventure
BIRTHS
Tavien Kohl Lund, son of Robert Lund and Emmy Smith of Kalispell, was born June 3 at North Valley Hospital.
River victim critical
Andy Irvine, 15, receiving care in hospital ICU
Legend Thunder hits Raceway Park
Friday, June 22
Joselyn Marie Hawbaker
daughter of Matt and Lesley Hawbaker of Kalispell, was born May 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She weighed 6 pounds ,2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Chloe Jane Hestand
daughter of Casey and Marsha Hestand of Kalispell, was born May 30 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She weighed 7.2 pounds and was 18 inches long.
Logan Shon Brown
son of Michael and Brianne Brown of Kalispell, was born May 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Amaiah joins Camis
Paternal grandparents are Vincent and Deborah Contreras of Martin City. Maternal grandparents are Gary and Bette Vinson of Kalispell.
Wyatt Ethan Scott
son of Leo and April Scott of Kalispell, was born May 30 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. He weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Emma Jo Degele
daughter of Josh and Mandy Degele of kalispell, was born May 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long. Paternal grandparents are Bob and LeeAnn Degele of Kalispell, and Danny and Tammy Baldry of Billings. Maternal grandparents are Kim and Reggie Adams of kalispell.
Christopher joins Neveah
Paternal grandparents are Terri and Walt Webster of Columbia Falls. Maternal grandparents are Chris Lombard and Deborah Stamm.
Jonathan Lee Pippin
son of Calvin and Chrystal Pippin of Kalispell, was born May 31 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. He weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Haley Marie Durbin
daughter of Ron and Heidi Durbin of Kalispell, was born May 31 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She weighed 5 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 17 1/2 inches long. Haley joins Amber, 5, and Tyler, 3. Paternal grandparents are Bob and Dorothy Durbin of Lewistown. Maternal grandparents are Ed and Lorelee Robinson and Boyd Andrews, all of Helena.
Christopher Lee Webster,
son of Jeremy Webster and Natasha Morgan of Kalispell, was born May 25 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and 20 inches long.
John joins Taylor
Paternal grandparents are Deb and John Powell of Bigfork. Maternal grandparents are Dave and Diane Thornsberry of Condon. Great-grandparents are Lee and Bernice Rost of Bigfork.
Nathan Jon Close
son of Michael Close and Diana Burket of Bigfork, was born May 28 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
John David Brandewie
son of Bill and Renee Brandewie of Bigfork, was born May 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. He weighed 8 pounds, 3.5 ounces, and wa 20 inches long.
Amaiah Marie Contreras
daughter of Heather and Isaac Contreras of Kalispell, was born May 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 21 1/4 inches long.
Tot back in his own backyard
Toddler injured in fall from road grader gets a helping hand from Home Depot
Twins thump Kootenai Valley
By GREG SCHINDLER
Disaster on the river
Teen tubing the Stillwater gets caught on snag
Today
3 Flathead Spay and Neuter Task Force annual rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, 4260 Trumble Creek Road, Columbia Falls. Donations welcome. Call Valerie, 752-3513; or Debbie, 837-6280.
Parole hearing for Forsyth scheduled
By NICHOLAS LEDDEN
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police responded to a call of small-caliber gunfire, but were unable to verify it.
Whitefish distributes housing needs survey
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
Iverson to compete in Junior America's Cup
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Injured dog returned to owner after fall
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies said a woman took a yellow lab home after she saw it fall out the back of a truck on U.S. 93. The dog, which sustained only minor injuries, was later reunited with its owner.
Kalispell
Kalispell police responded to a woman who found a dead gopher, two dead squirrels, and a dead chipmunk in her barbecue grill. She thinks it's the person she spoke to about littering in her yard.
Purnal E. Whitehead, 83
Purnal E. Whitehead, 83, passed away May 31, 2007, in Buckley Wash. He was born May 19, 1924.
Planning Board OKs subdivisions
By AMY MAY
Herschel H. Leist, 93
Herschel H. Leist, 93, passed away Wednesday, June 20, 2007, at his daughter's home in Kalispell. He was born in Purdum, Neb., on Nov. 14, 1913, to John and Hortense (Mapes) Leist.
River victim in critical condition
Teenager being treated in intensive care unit at hospital.
Roy, M's keep on winning
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Whitefish
Whitefish police arrested a 51-year-old man for driving on a suspended license and not having insurance after he ran a red light.
Gigantic grizzly makes big news
For all the news about bears this week, the biggest news was about one of the biggest bears ever captured in Montana.
Thursday, June 21
Store move will pay off for town
The Whitefish City Council did the right thing in approving a conditional-use permit for a $12 million expansion and rebuild of the Safeway grocery store.
Whitefish police arrested a 20-year-old male
Whitefish police arrested a 20-year-old male for driving under the influence of alcohol on Martha Road.
New 911 dispatchcenter draft done
By AMY MAY
Budget for new deputies gets positive response
By AMY MAY
Dale Leroy Blumenthal, 72
Dale Leroy Blumenthal, 72, passed away Monday, June 18, 2007, at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell, after a lengthy illness. He was born in Sturgis, S.D., on Jan. 9, 1935, to Hugo and Pearl (Herriman) Blumenthal.
Upscale housing planned
By LYNNETTE HINTZE
Today
3 Road crews will continue overlaying asphalt at 6 a.m. today. Expect flaggers, loose gravel, heavy equipment, lane closures and delays.
Governor to help power Habitat build
By NANCY KIMBALL
A goat herd close to home
Mount Aeneas hikerslikely to encounter mountain goats up high
Pilot unhurt in crash landing
By JIM MANN
Fighting for life
Local woman copes with cancer by educating others
Boaters make it to shore safely
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies reported a boat tipped over in the Flathead River above Lybecks Dike near the Helena Flats area. Everybody got to shore safely and the boat was recovered.
Kalispell police looking for 16-year-old girl
Kalispell police are looking for a 16-year-old girl who may be missing. Her mother's car was found wrecked near Columbia Falls, and she was not at home or with the car.
Wednesday, June 20
Patricia Mae Kessler, 72
Patricia Mae Kessler, 72, passed away June 17, 2007, after a lengthy illness. Patricia was born June 28, 1934, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Pearl Lucile Winans and Ralph Cleverley Barnes. She was their first child, the oldest of six girls and one boy. She was named Patricia because her mother liked the name (but they have always called her Patty) and she was named Mae after her dad's mother.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police were provided false information about a disturbance on Park Avenue. The caller was warned about obstructing a police officer.
Today
3 Road crews will begin overlaying asphalt today and Thursday at 6 a.m. both days and continue into the evening. Expect flaggers, loose gravel, heavy equipment, lane closures and delays.
'Our' fish will feel brunt of mining
The potential downstream impacts of mining development in the Canadian Flathead can be difficult to comprehend in terms of long-term water quality degradation.
Safeway project gets green light
Whitefish council OKs $12 million renovation plan
Clearing, repair work a big job on trails
The Flathead National Forest is still coping with heavy storm damage from last year, and the struggle with timber blowdown and road washouts is likely to continue for weeks.
Fight over a girlfriend leads to arrest
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies arrested a 19-year-old man for aggravated assault after he allegedly punched and kicked a 21-year-old man in the face over a girlfriend, detectives said. Circumstances of the reported assault are still under investigation.
Claude S. Hedges, 61
Claude S. Hedges, 61, passed away June 11, 2007, in Kalispell.
Local firms can't get Sun Road contract
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Panel OKs money for border studies
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Ed Marks, 76
Ed Marks, 76, passed away Saturday, June 16, 2007, at the family home on Flathead Lake. He died of natural causes after a valiant struggle with serious chronic diseases. Ed was born Oct. 1, 1930, in Teigen, to Roy Marks and Nettie (Irvin) Marks. His family moved to rural Whitefish when he was 6 years old where he attended Whitefish and Kalispell schools.
Mabel Margaret (Schaberg) Olsen, 87
Mabel Margaret (Schaberg) Olsen, 87, passed away June 19, 2007. She was born Oct. 29, 1919, in Ryder, N.D., the youngest of six children and the last surviving member.
ALERT
A man was airlifted by ALERT to the Kalispell Regional Medical Center after a motorcycle crash on U.S. 2 and Lost Prairie Road near Marion. He slowed down and his partner ran into him, according to Marion Fire Department emergency crews. One of the motorcycles landed on top of him and pinned him between the bikes and the ground, they said. His injuries were still being assessed in the emergency room Tuesday evening, according to the hospital. The other rider walked away from the accident.
Tuesday, June 19
JayLee Elizabeth-Maria Bland, 6 months
JayLee Elizabeth-Maria Bland "went to be with the angels" on June 13, 2007.
Phyllis Doolittle, 83
Phyllis Doolittle passed away peacefully on June 8, 2007, in Spokane, at the age of 83.
Flathead County
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies received a report of a possible explosive device Monday on Pine Needle Lane in Bigfork. The woman caller apparently wasn't too concerned since officers found no one home and the garage locked when they came to investigate.
Lakers sweep Med Hat; fall to Lethbridge
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Today
Road crews will begin milling today in Columbia Falls from U.S. 2 to the junction with the Truck Route. Asphalt will be overlayed Wednesday and Thursday. All work will begin at 6 a.m. and continue into the evening. Expect flaggers, loose gravel, heavy equipment, lane closures and delays.
Bothersome bear back in trouble
Relocated grizzly returns to stir up more problems
Mariners down Deer Lodge; win streak at 11
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Group protests oil firm
By JIM MANN
City employees picket
Kalispell police solved the missing Blockbuster card caper by counseling two friends Monday. One returned the other's property.
Missing movie card causes melee
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls officers made an arrest Sunday of a 31-year-old man wanted on a Flathead County warrant with a $100,000 bond.
Safeway gets green light
Whitefish council approves $12 million renovation
Big Mountain name will live on at local businesses
By NANCY KIMBALL
Monday, June 18
Alex Joseph Hoerner
Alex Joseph Hoerner son of Tony and Kelcy Hoerner of Kalispell, was born May 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces, and 20 3/4 inches long.
Tatum Susanne Brisendine
Tatum Susanne Brisendine daughter of Carl and Bonai Brisendine of Kalispell, was born May 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Joshua Tobin Johnston
Joshua Tobin Johnston son of Jason and Lauren Johnston of Kalispell, was born May 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 14.4 ounces and was 20 inches long.
Carmen Alyson Holmquist
Carmen Alyson Holmquist daughter of Matt and KT Holmquist of Kalispell, was born May 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Luke Parker Nelson
Luke Parker Nelson son of Keith and Jolene Nelson of Kalispell, was born May 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Delaney Rae Kirby
Delaney Rae Kirby daughter of Paul and Lisa Kirby of Bigfork, was born May 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Kasen Alan Kastner
Kasen Alan Kastner son of Keith and Corrin Kastner of Colorado Springs, Colo., was born April 6 at Penrose Community Hospital in Colorado Springs.He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Elijah Ryan Eckley
Elijah Ryan Eckley son of Branden R. and Esther A. Eckley, was May 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Trask Lee Kirk Peterson
Trask Lee Kirk Peterson son of Misty Thornburg and Jesse Peterson of Bigfork, was born May 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.Trask joins Sahara, 11.
Carlee Ann Wallace
Carlee Ann Wallace daughter of Christopher and Crystal Wallace of Kalispell, was born May 22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Draimond Xavior Nagel
Draimond Xavior Nagel son of Nicholas Nagel and Elizabeth Delby, was born May 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Anias Simon Rodriguez
Anias Simon Rodriguez son of Raul and Michell Rodriguez of Kalispell, was born May 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Kaylee Ann Dall
Kaylee Ann Dall daughter of Justin and Danielle Dall of Kalispell, was born May 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Tavin Daniel Bacon
Tavin Daniel Bacon son of Zack and Jessica Bacon of Kalispell, was born May 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Gwyneth Marion Baker
Gwyneth Marion Baker daughter of Thomas and Julie Baker of Kalispell, was born May 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 inches long.
Aaron Michael Shawback
Aaron Michael Shawback son of Logan and Andrea Shawback of Kalispell, was born May 16 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Hanna Christine Konen
Hanna Christine Konen daughter of Keith and Heather Konen of Bigfork, was born May 14 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Macie Ann Schreckendgust
Macie Ann Schreckendgust daughter of Jason and Lisa Schreckendgust of Kalispell, was born May 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 3 pounds, 7 ounces, and 15 1/2 inches long.
Victoria Dae Lewis
Victoria Dae Lewis daughter of Josh and Melba Lewis of Kalispell, was born May 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 18 inches long.
Isabel Marie Eisinger
Isabel Marie Eisinger daughter of Matt and Trisha Eisinger of Eugene, Ore., was born May 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Colter David Ek
Colter David Ek son of Thomas and Janelle Ek of Kalispell, was born May 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 1/2 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Gold state match play champion
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Kalispell
Kalispell police responded to a man with a broken jaw at Kalispell Regional Medical Center early Sunday morning, and then turned the case over to the Sheriff's Office because the incident occurred on Two Mile Drive outside of the city limits.
Montana Highway Patrol
The Montana Highway Patrol arrested one man on suspicion of drunken driving and another on suspicion of obstruction Saturday afternoon after a U.S. 93 accident north of Whitefish that sent one woman for North Valley Hospital.
Flathead County
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office investigated a sex-without-consent complaint Sunday morning at the LaQuinta Inn.
Monday
3 Road crews will be applying asphalt on West Reserve Drive between U.S. 93 and Stillwater Road beginning at 6 a.m. today. Expect flaggers, heavy equipment, loose gravel, lane closures, delay.
Whitefish
Whitefish police subdued a man with a Taser during at disturbance at the Big Mountain trailer court late Saturday evening, arresting him on suspicion of disorderly conduct.
Safeway expansion talks resume tonight
The Whitefish City Council will resume discussion tonight on Safeway's proposed expansion and is expected to vote on a conditional-use permit needed to carry the project forward.
Kasen Alan Kastner, son of Keith and Corrin Kastner of Colorado Springs, Colo., was born April 6 at Penrose Community Hospital in Colorado Springs.
He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Smearing a good state
Welcome to somewhat big-time football, Montana fans.
Border crossing
Flathead fish spawning in Canada
Rianda year-end champ in rodeo
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Mariners perfect in Arthur Tourney
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Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police arrested a 32-year-old man on suspicion of disorderly conduct at the Bandit Bar early Sunday morning.
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Day bed
JayLee Elizabeth-Maria Bland
JayLee Elizabeth-Maria Bland 'went to be with the angels' on June 13, 2007.
Libby falls in title game to Bitterrroot
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Sunday, June 17
Riding a passion into a profession
New digs for old dogs
Twins go 2-1 on Great Falls trip
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Gold, Williams for match play title
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Today
3 Flathead Audubon birding field trip to Tally Lake Road. Meet at 6 a.m. at Fish, Wildlife and Parks building, 490 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. Bring binoculars and lunch. To sign up, call Leslie Kehoe at 837-4467.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested three 18-year-old men for minor in possession.
Why we went to war with Iran: Tales from the future
FRANK MIELE
They broke up; he broke in
When the woman came home, her ex-boyfriend had broken in and was waiting for her in a closet. He choked her and pulled a gun on her; she grabbed the clip and ran to a neighbor's house.
Hutton Ranch development fills in around theaters
By NANCY KIMBALL
New Holiday Inn Express opens its doors
Kalispell's Holiday Inn Express has fluffed the pillows and is open for business.
Patricia “Patty” Davison, 82
Patricia "Patty" Davison, 82, of Gardnerville, Nev., passed away of natural causes Friday evening, May 25, 2007, at Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. It was her 82nd birthday. Patty was born May 25, 1925, in Seattle, the daughter of William and Agnes (Lovejoy) Shannon.
His fight for her life
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Effie (Clark) Dockstader Holmes, 96
Effie (Clark) Dockstader Holmes, 96, died Thursday, June 14, 2007, surrounded by family at her daughter's home in Bigfork. She was born Aug. 4, 1910, in Red Cloud, Neb., to Don and Nellie (Barrett) Clark. In 1917, she moved with her family to Bigfork, where they reclaimed a homestead on the East Lake Shore.
Street plan makes sense for C. Falls
Two years ago, Columbia Falls city leaders set up a trust fund using proceeds from the sale of nearly 400 acres of city land near the Cedar Creek Reservoir.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies arrested a driver who allegedly ran another vehicle into the ditch on Somers Road. He was arrested on suspicion of careless driving, driving under the influence and on a warrant.
Thomson, Rianda on top heading into rodeo finals
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested three underage drinkers at a Dakota Avenue residence.
Saturday, June 16
Dressage for the Park today
One of the Flathead Valley's most breathtaking venues is breathing life into another Kalispell equestrian facility.
Gatorade honors Flathead's Grossman
Seth Grossman of Flathead High School has been named Montana Boys' Track and Field Athlete of the Year by Gatorade.
Perfect attendance
Students rewarded for getting to class
Jury finds Farr not guilty
After more than six hours of deliberation Thursday, jurors in the David Farr trial made him a free man.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 44-year-old male on a felony warrant for bad checks and a 44-year-old female on a warrant for probation violation on First Avenue West.
Class A Legion: Twins bump Lakers
Kalispell police
Kalispell police arrested a 53-year-old man on his second DUI offense and for driving without insurance after a fellow motorist saw a beer can in his car.
Almost there: Road opens to Big Bend
Logan Pass won't open until July 1
Deputies were dealing with a lot of bull
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to a call of a loose bull near Jensen Road Friday. The big, black bull had escaped from a nearby yard. Deputies, wisely, called the owner to come take care of it.
Four of top 5 seeds ousted at state match play golf
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested a 54-year-old man for disorderly conduct after he was served papers and caused a disturbance on Pine Avenue.
MISSOULA - Shane McCaffree of Columbia Falls is holding down the top spot in the second go round of calf roping after two performances at the Montana State High School Rodeo Finals.
McCaffree atop calf roping at state finals rodeo
New type of specialists take care of patients
Mary Lou Peterson is from Eureka and was hospitalized 50 miles away in Whitefish with a swollen, infected leg.
Today
3 Road crews will continue striping West Reserve Drive between U.S. 2 and U.S. 93 today. Significant traffic delays are expected. Drivers should choose an alternate route if possible.
C. Falls pool open for meet despite massive leak
A 72,000-gallon-per-day water leak at the Pinewood Park swimming pool in Columbia Falls was stemmed to a 24,000-gallon daily leak by Friday.
Friday, June 15
Charlene Faye Sterner, 53
Charlene Faye Sterner, 53, passed away Friday, June 8, 2007, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Charlene was born on Sept. 25, 1953, in Kalispell, to Kenneth and Marjorie Sterner.
Farr not guilty
Jury acquits on one charge and deadlocks on four others
Tucker's 63 matches course mark
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Shooter gets no jail time
Braunig-Haag claimed self-defense in death of husband
Today
Road crews will begin striping West Reserve Drive between U.S. 2 and U.S. 93 today and Saturday. Significant traffic delays are expected. Drivers should choose an alternate route if possible.
Class AA Legion ball taking shape
This weekend could go a long way in determining where the Flathead Valley's Class AA American Legion baseball programs will be sitting in the Western AA standings.
Ruth Richmond Bronson Burcham, 91
Longtime Eureka resident and business woman Ruth Richmond Bronson Burcham, 91, died Wednesday, June 13, 2007, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. Born at Newark, Ill., to Lyle Richmond and Pearl (Green) Richmond on March 29, 1916, she came to Montana with her family in the late 1920s where they settled at Olney.
Rianda sitting 1st at state finals rodeo
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Patricia 'Patty' Davison, 82
Patricia "Patty" Davison of Gardnerville, Nev., passed away of natural causes Friday evening, May 25, 2007, at Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. It was her 82nd birthday. Patty was born on May 25, 1925, in Seattle, the daughter of William and Agnes (Lovejoy) Shannon.
Police identify body found in pond
Police identified the body found Tuesday evening in Dry Bridge Gulch pond as 61-year-old Claude Hedges of Kalispell.
Our man in Afghanistan a good one
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Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police arrested a 26-year-old man for driving with a suspended license.
Fields activated
Will pitch opener in Great Falls Tuesday
Kalispell
Kalispell police arrested a 30-year-old woman after she allegedly hit a parked car with her own car and took off on foot. She was also charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and possession of dangerous drugs.
Thursday, June 14
Old school's wall pushed in by car
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies are investigating an incident at the old Eagle School in Coram. One of the building's walls was pushed in 6 to 8 inches with a car.
Lakers sweep Loggers
It doesn't happen often.
Lincoln County
Lincoln County Sheriff's deputies arrested a 51-year-old woman, 20-year-old woman and a 36-year-old woman in Libby on drug charges. The investigation is ongoing and more charges are expected to be filed.
Kalispell
Kalispell police arrested a 30-year-old man for theft, outstanding warrants, and possession of dangerous drugs and a 22-year-old woman for possession of dangerous drugs after they were seen rifling through donations at Flathead Industries Wednesday night.
Kalispell schools to offer all-day kindergarten
The Kalispell School District will implement all-day, everyday kindergarten at its five elementary schools this fall, following the approval of the school board at its regular meeting Tuesday night.
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police arrested a 23-year-old man in a mini-van for possession of dangerous drugs, driving under the influence of alcohol and a Kalispell warrant after he hit a parked truck.
Prosecution rests in Whitefish molestation case
Prosecutors in the David Farr trial called their final witness Wednesday morning, allowing defense attorneys to begin questioning at least five of the police officers who worked on the case.
Kathryn 'Kay' (Greco) Viano, 85
Kathryn "Kay" (Greco) Viano, 85, died on Monday, June 11, 2007, surrounded by her family at Brendan House in Kalispell. She was born on Oct. 6, 1921, in Whitefish. She was the second of seven children born to Dominico and Maria (Dostoli) Greco.
Resort reveals name change
Big Mountain is now Whitefish Mountain Resort
The mountain formerly known as Big
The late Lloyd "Mully" Muldown, Ed Schenck and other Whitefish locals who built the Big Mountain ski resort have to be spinning in their graves.
Fugitives caught
Middle Fork of Flathead River runs wild through Great Bear
By Bert Gildart
Board OKs zoning for proposed new U.S. 93 subdivision
A 181-acre site will seek annexation into Kalispell with recommended zoning for single-family housing.
Whitefish
Whitefish police arrested a 29-year-old man for possession of drug paraphernalia in the downtown area.
Iverson, Ray, Cameron junior golf champions
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Today
3 Road crews will begin sweeping West Reserve Drive between U.S. 2 and U.S. 93 today, with striping to be done on Friday and Saturday. Significant traffic delays are expected. Drivers should choose an alternate route if possible.
Catt, Lampman, Spencer enter C-Falls hall of fame
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Wednesday, June 13
Whitefish
Whitefish police arrested a 36-year-old Columbia Falls man on a Montana Highway Patrol warrant for failure to appear after his car broke down, and woman called police because the man was jumping around and screaming about it.
Deputies investigate abuse allegations
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies are investigating child abuse allegations after a woman's boyfriend hit her 9-year-old son.
Council considers Valley Ranch subdivision
The Kalispell City Council sent a bunch of signals Monday to the developer of the proposed Valley Ranch subdivision.
Ski resort gets new name
Big Mountain Resort now will be known as Whitefish Mountain Resort.
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police were notified that a bike was stolen from outside the library Monday.
Kalispell
Kalispell police arrested a 20-year-old man on a warrant out of Sanders County when he came to the impound to pick up his car. It had been towed earlier and police were waiting.
Animal-shelter changes are welcome
The county commissioners spent several months looking for ways to streamline the operation of the county animal shelter, and their probe was right on track. During their review, they discovered the Flathead shelter's annual budget of more than $556,000 and staffing level were the highest of any government-run shelter in the state.
Jurors in Farr case see school
Jurors in the David Farr trial took a trip to Children's House Montessori School in Whitefish Tuesday afternoon to see the actual places where the alleged incidents of sexual abuse occurred.
Body found in city pond
Kalispell police say death does not appear to be deliberate
Council considers 2008 public works budget
The big picture: Kalispell's sewage treatment plant will expand, becoming one of the greatest influences on growth in central Flathead County.
Alan Damphier, 63
Alan Damphier, 63, died June 4, 2007, at his home from ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Alan was born on Oct. 10, 1943, in Amsterdam, N.Y.
Mabel E. Dowell, 100
Mabel E. Dowell, 100, passed away Sunday, June 10, 2007, at the Mountain View Manor in Eureka. She was born on Jan. 3, 1907, at Winchester, Wis., the daughter of Johannes and Olga (Johansen) Peterson.
Today
3 Evergreen Water and Sewer District board meets at 7 a.m. at the district office, 130 Nicholson Dr.
Margaret Viola 'Vi' Polensky, 79
Margaret Viola "Vi" Polensky, 79, passed away June 8, 2007, at her Kalispell residence of cancer. Vi was born Aug. 7, 1927, in Dickinson, N.D., the daughter of Joseph and Katherine (Hirsch) Wolf. When she was still quite young, her family moved to Hirschville, N.D. and farmed until she was a teenager. She had many happy memories of those years on the farm.
Chauncy James Shields, 25
Chauncy James Shields, 25, left his family and friends on June 6, 2007, in a car accident in Snohomish County, Wash.
Bomb wounds Kalispell man
Patrick Marin, a 1993 graduate of Flathead High School, was injured June 2 by a roadside bomb in Iraq.
Patrick M. Springer, 68
Patrick M. Springer, 68, loving husband, father and grandfather, left our world on June 10, 2007, after a long and courageous battle with prostate cancer. He was born on Feb. 5, 1939, in Mankato, Minn.
Tuesday, June 12
Patrick M.Springer, 68
Patrick M. Springer, 68, died on Sunday, June 10, 2007, at his home in Kalispell.
Mabel E. Dowell, 100, died on Sunday, June 10, 2007, at the Mountain View Manor in Eureka.
Survivors include eight grandchildren.
Frank Frederick Westphal, 80
Frank Frederick Westphal, 80, passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2007, at Health Center Northwest in Kalispell. He was born Sept. 2, 1926, in Greenville, Ind., to Anna and Roy Westphal.
Wedding replayed for injured parents
'I'm going to dance with my son'
Kalispell police
arrested a 20-year-old man for disorderly conduct and possession of alcohol after he got into a fight, observed by six or seven onlookers, on the 600 block of Eighth Avenue West Sunday morning.
were called to investigate a white van that kept pulling into Pinewood Park.
Columbia Falls police
Suspect 'molested my son,' mother tells jury
The mothers of two more boys told jurors Monday that David Farr inappropriately touched their sons on multiple occasions.
Idella “Jo” Westphal, 77
Idella "Jo" Westphal passed away in Sept. 14, 2002, at her residence in Kalispell. She was born March 19, 1925, to Anna and Roscoe Stearns in Osage, Minn.
Flathead County Sheriff's
deputies stopped a 19-year-old man in a possible stolen car Monday. He is being held for driving with a suspended license. The rest of the case is still under investigation.
Today
Public is invited to a free community lecture on topic, "Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect," 7:30 a.m., Pathways Treatment Center, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell.
Whitefish considers higher planning fees
The cost of development is about to go up in Whitefish.
Charlene Fay Sterner, 53
Charlene Fay Sterner, 53, died Friday, June 8, 2007, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Officials detail animal-shelter changes
Monday, June 11
Whitefish
Whitefish police reported unidentified items stolen from the BNSF Railway yard Sunday morning.
Pioneering safe paths to school
Today
Creative Memories all-day scrapbooking workshop 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Eagles Nest, FVCC. All welcome. Call Joyce Workman, 755-4922.
Changes needed at busy school intersection
Goal is to make Evergreen Junior High safer for students
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police arrested two boys for stealing air pistols Saturday afternoon.
Tot's injuries prompt investigation
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office is investigating possible child abuse involving a 17-month-old baby who was treated for burns Sunday afternoon at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Moving days for Glacier High
Kalispell
A 27-year-old man cruised into town as a taxi passenger before Kalispell police caught up with and arrested him on Rising Sun Circle on a felony warrant and for possessing drugs with the intent to sell early Sunday morning.
Alarms
The Marion Fire Department handled a hazardous spill on Forest Service Road 6725 Saturday afternoon.
Council to discuss northern expansion
Subdivision north of town wants to annex into Kalispell
Sunday, June 10
Helen L. Barrier Smith, 91
Helen L. Barrier Smith, 91, passed away May 27, 2007, in Gresham, Ore.
Michael Richard Hayden, 60
Michael Richard Hayden, 60, died on Sunday, May 27, 2007, at Sidney Health Center. He was born on Nov. 6, 1946, to Richard and Kathryn (Noteboom) Hayden.
Flathead County Sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies investigated a report of a car repeatedly ramming into a house near Ninth Avenue and Second Street West-North in Columbia Falls. They found people who'd decided to making demolishing a house a little more exciting.
A long walk that really matters
What do you do when your 18-year-old son, with the promise and prime of his life ahead of him, dies from alcohol poisoning?
Morel picking limited
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Whitefish Divide roads in rough shape
Some rain-damaged forest routes may not open until 2008
Today
Tom Lester, who played role of Eb Dawson in 1960s show "Green Acres, he will share his inspirational story 11 a.m., Troy Christian Fellowship Church, 757 U.S. 2 W. Free.
Senate proves it's not on your side
FRANK MIELE
Duane Reed Wallace, 53
Duane Reed Wallace, of Troy, 'made his transition from life to eternal rest,' on Feb. 14, 2007, at his residence.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a 23-year-old woman for partner/family member assault.
Anna Bernice Van Geystel, 87
Our beloved Anna Bernice Van Geystel, 87, passed away peacefully May 24, 2007, at her home in Sequim, Wash. Anna was born in Sheridan, on Jan. 29, 1920, to Christian and Caroline Haag (Albrecht). She was raised and schooled in Twin Bridges until graduation in 1938. Following graduation she moved with the family to Kalispell, where she resided for many years. She also loved and spent many years in Alaska and Sequim.
Shelter in a storm
C. Falls seeks levy for street work repair
Mail ballots due back by June 26
Alan Damphier, 63
Alan Damphier, 63, died June 4, 2007, at his home from ALS, or more commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Alan was born on Oct. 10, 1943, in Amersterdam, N.Y.
Please get me to the church on time
Ever get that feeling you've forgotten something? The suit he needed for the wedding later that day was at the dry cleaner, which wasn't open. He called Kalispell police, who called the shop's owners, who helped the man get his suit.
Hello, Hilton
By NANCY KIMBALL
Keeping the home fires burning
Eyrie spies Cameras capture the secret life of the peregrine falcon
By JIM MANN
Saturday, June 9
Mae Rose Shirtliff, 79
Mae Rose Shirtliff passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2007, of natural causes at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. She was born May 8, 1928, in Havre, the daughter of Carl and Rose Elizabeth Larson.
Kalispell aims for four new police officers
Kalispell police hope to add two new officers in fiscal 2008 - and an additional two officers if a federal grant program surfaces again after a hiatus.
today
3 Flathead Audubon field trip to Lost Trail National Wildlife. Meet at 6 a.m. at Fish, Wildlife and Parks building, 490 N. Meridian Road. Bring binoculars or scope and lunch. Everyone is welcome. Contact John Hughes to sign up at 261-2506.
West-side opening drawing closer
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Whitefish police
Whitefish police responded to a report of criminal mischief on Iowa Avenue and found a busted mailbox and tire tracks across the yard.
Rising star in the digital art world
Dale Lucore proves that great art springs from the quality of the artist, not the value of his equipment - even for producing digital art.
Second chance
A few months ago, Megan Johnson was ready to give up on high school.
Ex-chief now trains Afghan police Garner's new world: 'Four-star to no-star'
Outlaw Inn changes hands
The Outlaw Inn may be returning to its classic ways.
Deputies find bloody woman wandering
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies found a blood-covered woman wandering down Terrace Drive in Columbia Falls, conscious but cold. She apparently fell through a glass table in her home.
Kalispell police
Kalispell police were notified of underage drinkers speeding on motorcycles near Ninth Avenue West and Second Street.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police determined that the pickup truck spinning brodies on the 14th green at Meadow Lake Golf Course Tuesday night caused several thousand dollars worth of damage. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at (406) 752-TIPS.
Psychologist questions evidence in Farr case
Defense attorneys in the David Farr trial called their second sexual abuse expert to the stand Friday.
Friday, June 8
Columbia Falls police arrested a 28-year-old man for his second DUI.
Columbia Falls police
Raceway Park gears up for first big race
Montana Raceway Park's 2007 season began more than a month ago, but it shifts into high gear this weekend with its first major race of the year.
Welcome back to an old friend
It's wonderful to see the ALERT helicopter back in action.
Whitefish police arrested a 23-year-old man for disorderly conduct after he tried to force his way into a house.
Whitefish police
Testimony calls victims' statements into question
Farr's defense calls their own sexual abuse expert
Today
3 Rummage sale fundraiser 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Pope John Paul II Catholic Church, 195 Coverdell Road, Bigfork. Bake sale and lunch served. Call Daniel or Donna Danz, 892-2435.
Man reported shooting, streaking
A man called saying there was a naked man shooting at him off MT 40. He was at that location with permission looking at some lumber, he told deputies.
City aims to add four police officers
As population grows, Kalispell needs more law officers.
Sun Road repair going full bore
By JIM MANN
Kalispell police rounded up three 10- to 11-year-old boys for going swimming in somebody else's pool.
Kalispell police
Kalispell council members seek re-election
Filing deadline is June 28 for city positions
Births
Jackson William Heino, son of Brian and Brandy Heino of Kalispell, was born April 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Locals picked for Shodair soccer
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Thursday, June 7
Laura J. Angstman, 87
Laura J. Angstman, 87, passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2007, at the Brendan House in Kalispell, following a brief illness. She was born on Oct. 29, 1919, at Dagmar, the daughter of Jake and Dagmar (Andersen) Petersen.
Today
Museum at Central School Volunteer orientation and training 10 a.m. at the museum, 124 Second Ave. E., Kalispell. New and existing volunteers welcome. Call 756-8381.
Kalispell
Kalispell police are investigating a possible sexual assault involving three juvenile boys and a juvenile girl at Woodland Water Park.
Salmon flies excite fly fishers
By ROB BREEDING
Dr. Alice J. Robinson, 50
Dr. Alice J. Robinson, 50, of Libby, 'entered eternal life' on May 22, 2007, surrounded by her family. She was born Feb. 23, 1957, in Libby to David W. and Jean Kearney Robinson. At the age of 12 the family moved to Greenville, S.C., where they lived for three years. In 1972 the family moved to Great Falls. Alice graduated from Great Falls High in 1975.
Maybe they thought they were blackbirds?
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to a black bear sighting on Murer Lane. The mama bear and her cub crossed the highway to raid the bird feeder, according to the call.
Union, city continue fight over longevity pay
A significant number of unhappy City of Kalispell employees plan to take their complaints about troubled contract talks directly to the city council on June 18.
Second mother testifies in Farr trial
In some of the David Farr trial's most graphic testimony to date, the mother of the second alleged victim described in detail Wednesday her son's report of sexual assault.
Whitefish
Whitefish Police arrested a woman wanted in Missoula. She was also charged with obstructing a police officer.
UM group to study N. Fork dust
The University of Montana has signed on to conduct an air-quality study for a coalition of residents in the North Fork area.
Tiger muskies headed for Horseshoe
Fish have to be 40 inches before they're keepers
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police responded to a domestic assault on Seventh Street West. The man and woman fighting were dispersed without arrests.
Whitefish putting itself in a box
Where's Whitefish Mayor Andy Feury when you need him?
Wednesday, June 6
Therapist testifies in Farr case
Testimony continued in the David Farr trial Tuesday as prosecutors called one of the alleged victim's therapist to the stand.
Police find bloody wallet, no charges filed
Flathead County sheriff's deputies found a lost wallet covered in blood on Pheasant Drive in Evergreen Monday. Police talked to the wallet's owner, who admitted to an altercation and an unwillingness to pursue charges.
Kalispell
Kalispell police arrested the second of two boys involved in a car race that took them to speeds of more than 70 mph and ended in a wreck.
Today
3 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.
Safeway expansion hamstrung
Council to revisit project on June 18
Woman killed in riding accident
A Kalispell-area woman injured in a Saturday horse-riding accident died Sunday afternoon at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, authorities said.
Teen charged with torching building
Kalispell police arrested a 17-year-old boy Monday and charged him with burglary and arson.
Whitefish
Whitefish police arrested three minors in possession of alcohol at Glacier Memorial Field Monday.
Lowell 'Buck' Hylton, 75
Lowell "Buck" Hylton, 75, passed away on Friday, June 1, 2007, at Lakeview Care Center in Bigfork. Buck was born on Feb. 9, 1932, in Roanoke, Va., to Jake and Frankie Hylton.
Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police fielded a call about a possible drug exchange at the local Town Pump.
Keeping homeland safe: No easy job
A couple of unrelated incidents in the past week have shed light on the great difficulty of protecting ourselves from potential terrorist attacks.
Tuesday, June 5
Sunday afternoon there was a report of a dark van stopping in front of a house and stealing a dog on Central Avenue in Martin City. Flathead County Sheriff's Department responded.
Dark vehicle breeds suspicions
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State starts initial look at timber project
Mavericks rip Lakers
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Whitefish studies $6,000 impact fee
Money would pay for new city buildings, bike trails.
Jury hears opening statements
Ursula Durocher Whitney, 91,
Ursula Durocher Whitney, 91, died June 2, 2007, at Lake View Care Center in Bigfork.
Today
AARP Driver Safety Program for all drivers age 50 and older, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and Thursday, The Summit, Kalispell. $10 course fee. Call 751-4500 to register.
British man pleads guilty to park weapons charge
By JIM MANN
Kalispell annexation proposal delayed
Council decides subdivision near Ponderosa Estates needs further study.
Kalispell
Kalispell Police Department cited a male for criminal trespassing Sunday night, when he refused to leave the VFW after he was told he could not bring his dog inside the casino.
Some local schools plan all-day kindergarten
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Monday, June 4
The beauty within
Whitefish may raise rates for ambulance
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Columbia Falls
Columbia Falls police arrested a 24-year-old man on suspicion of drunken driving Saturday evening.
Mariners take 2 from Red Sox
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Kalispell
Kalispell police arrested a 40-year-old Nebraska man who allegedly broke into The Aquarium Store and then ran to the trestle over East Idaho Street before being caught early Sunday morning.
Gladys Marie (Soderstom) Koford, 89
Gladys Marie (Soderstom) Koford, 89, passed away Thursday, May 31, 2007, at Eden House assisted living home in Kalispell. She was born in Camas Prairie on May 12, 1918, to Charles and Ida Soderstrom. As a young girl, Gladys moved with her family to Kalispell where she attended school and graduated with the class of 1936.
Healed ALERT returns
KRMC's rescue helicopter was damaged in November
Mavericks down Lakers
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Whitefish
Whitefish police arrested a 24-year-old Kalispell man for drunken driving early Sunday morning.
Today
3 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.
Hockey coming to Kalispell
Are you one of those hockey souls knee deep in nachos watching the Anaheim Ducks and Ottawa battling it out for Lord Stanley's Cup?
Kalispell and South Valley
The Kalispell and South Valley fire departments plus the ALERT helicopter Sunday afternoon took a woman who was on the ground in a rock-climbing area west of Kalispell to Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Additional details were not available Sunday.
Evergreen
The Evergreen Fire Department responded to a death Saturday evening on East Evergreen Drive. Additional details were not available.
Sunday, June 3
Lois O. (Urban) Stevens, 82
Lois O. (Urban) Stevens, 82, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, May 29, 2007. Lois was born Sept. 2, 1924, on the family homestead in Epping, N.D., the seventh of 10 children born to Evangeline (Kingston) and Rudolf A. Urban. She came to the Flathead Valley when she was 16 to live with her Aunt Hattie and Uncle Alva Ulrich in Somers. She graduated from Flathead County High School in 1942 with high honors.
Beverly Ann (Hauge) Semer, 73
Beverly Ann (Hauge) Semer, 73, died of cancer at her home in Cocoa Beach, Fla., on Tuesday, May 22, 2007, surrounded by family. She was born May 28, 1933, in Powers Lake, N.D., the daughter of Clarence and Sylvia Hauge.
Carol Anne Marshall, 58
Carol Anne Marshall, 58, passed away Thursday night, May 24, 2007, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. Carol was born on Nov. 23, 1948, in Lynnwood, Calif., to Kenneth and Nancy Sopp.
Whitefish police
Whitefish police arrested an 18-year-old man for forgery when he tried to cash someone else's check at Glacier Bank.
One more day one day at a time
FRANK MIELE
Today
3 South Kalispell Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary rummage sale, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fire Hall, 1255 Willow Glen Dr. Donations welcome. Call Colleen at 212-3045.
Patricia Louise Redfield Graham, 75
Patricia Louise Redfield Graham, 75, passed away Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. She was born in Lakeside on Feb. 6, 1932, the daughter of Arthur and Dorothy (Asbridge) Redfield.
For the record
Photographer Craig Moore shares his favorite captured moments from his time at the Daily Inter Lake
Gladys Marie (Soderstom) Koford, 89
Gladys Marie (Soderstom) Koford, 89, passed away on Thursday, May 31, 2007, at Eden House assisted living home in Kalispell. She was born in Camas Prairie, on May 12, 1918, to Charles and Ida Soderstrom. As a young girl, Gladys moved with her family to Kalispell where she attended school and graduated with the class of 1936.
Diverse interests
Congratulations to Class of 2007
More than 1,000 Flathead Valley high-school seniors are waking up today with a new title - they're graduates.
Father set to finish 'Kevin's Last Walk'
On July 1, Barry Adkins marks the end of his journey bringing his son Kevin's ashes to his favorite place - the Flathead Valley.
Kalispell Fire Department
The fire reported on Stratford Drive was a fully engulfed streetlight. Kalispell Fire Department put it out.
Upgrade needs $51.6 million
Whitefish plan looking for extra revenue
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police arrested a woman for drunken driving and a Kalispell police warrant. An 18-year-old man was arrested for possessing alcohol, drugs and drug paraphernalia.
'A patient partnership'
Road rage turns serious in Kalispell
Road rage turned ugly when a vehicle pushed the car in front of it down First Avenue East, reportedly in excess of 70 mph, in front of the Kalispell police station. The raging vehicle rolled, and three young men ran from the scene. Police caught one of the passengers, who was taken to the hospital for back injuries.
Dreaming big
By KRISTI ALBERTSON
Flathead County Sheriff
The dog seemed to be fine, but a Flathead County Sheriff's deputy and the animal warden gave the kids who threw it off the bridge a stern talking to. They promised not to do it again.
Saturday, June 2
Lois Olive (Urban) Stevens 82
Lois O. Urban Stevens, 82, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, May 29, 2007. Lois was born Sept. 2, 1924, on the family homestead in Epping, N.D., the seventh of 10 children born to Evangeline (Kingston) and Rudolf A. Urban. She came to the Flathead Valley when she was 16 to live with her Aunt Hattie and Uncle Alva Ulrich in Somers. She graduated from Flathead County High School in 1942 with high honors.
Kathleen Nova Titland, 87
Kathleen Nova Titland, 87, passed away May 22, 2007, at her home in Kalispell. She was born on Jan. 18, 1920, in Duran, N.M., the daughter of Daniel and Nova (Simpson) Kelly. She was raised in Tucumcari, N.M., and graduated from New Mexico State University with a degree in education.
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies received a call about an abandoned house on Three Mile Drive that smelled of a "dead body." Upon investigation it was determined a deceased feline was the source of the smell.
What are those dummies doing here?
A woman reported that there were four severed dummy heads placed on the steps of a home on First Street West. The caller also told officers she was concerned about the two dogs that live in the house because she hadn't seen the Pomeranian in awhile. When the officer investigated he found one dog in good condition, but the Pomeranian was nowhere in sight.
Park crews dig into Big Drift
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Another big soccer weekend for valley
The Flathead Valley hosted 72 youth soccer teams last weekend with the National Championship Series Montana State Cup in Kalispell and Whitefish.
Jurors picked in Farr case
Polson's Zetterberg, McDonald share MVP award at state softball tournament
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County emergency-services plan taking shape
A rough draft of a countywide approach to emergency medical responses will likely go to the Flathead County commissioners in the near future.
Polson lists 5 on all-state team
Libby has 2 selections
Bravettes land 5 all-staters
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Artists cruise into board business
Editor's note - This is the last in a series of stories about student entrepreneurs graduating from high school this week.
Today
3 Flathead Audubon field trip to North Fork of Glacier Park. Meet at 6 a.m. at Alberta Visitor Center in West Glacier. Return by 2 p.m. Bring binoculars or scope and lunch. Park entrance fee or park pass required. Everyone welcome. Space limited. Call Steve Gniadek at 888-7833 to sign up.
Tailored teaching
Educator plans instruction, discipline to fit each child
Friday, June 1
Valkyries name volleyball head
When considering coaching candidates, some administrators value youth while others prefer experience. Bigfork High School athletic director Shannon Smith landed both last Friday when Kelsey Jensen was hired as the school's new head volleyball coach.
High bid prices delay Whitefish trail work
Construction of the long-awaited Wisconsin Avenue trail and other bike paths in Whitefish will be delayed a year because a lone bid for the projects came in too high.
A leap ahead with Reserve Loop
The earth-moving machines, surveyors and excavators are busy wrapping a new road around Glacier High School.
Making a little dough
Whitefish grad cooks up a profit selling creations on Internet
Today
3 Marion School annual garage sale fundraiser 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 1, 205 Gopher Lane, Marion.
Ambrozuk ordered to pay $34,500
In one of the final chapters of a 25-year saga, Jaroslaw "Jerry" Ambrozuk was ordered to pay $34,500 in restitution and $1,000 in fines Thursday as part of his sentence for the 1982 death of Dianne Babcock.
Patricia Louise Redfield Graham, 75
Patricia Louise Redfield Graham, 75, passed away Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. She was born in Lakeside on Feb. 6, 1932, the daughter of Arthur and Dorothy (Asbridge) Redfield.
Bigfork hires football coach
Veteran college and prep coach Bruce Corbett will be Bigfork High School's new head football coach, athletic director Shannon Smith announced Thursday.
Bear expert hired for Yaak area
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks has hired a grizzly bear management specialist for the Cabinet-Yaak bear recovery area.
Beasts become a burden for police
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies were called to collect wandering, unclaimed donkeys on Barbaras Way in Kila.
New night court debuts next week in Justice Court
Challenging a traffic ticket is about to become a little more convenient.
Improving emergency response
Groups draft plan to coordinate county's system.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police responded to a two car accident on U.S. 2 in which two people were taken to the hospital.
