Friday, July 31
County ready to begin green-box consolidation
Merger of Marion, Kila collection sites first on the list
White House to review 'clunkers'
Public events around the valley this weekend
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County sheriff's deputies got a call Wednesday afternoon about a young woman screaming for help at Herron Park. It appeared a large man was forcing the woman into a car there.
William 'Bill' Chester Long, 58
William "Bill" Chester Long, 58, of Columbia Falls passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at his home in Columbia Falls. He was born on Dec. 19, 1950, in Polson, to William Keith and Dorothy Drebes Long.
College Fanz polls Carroll 2nd
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Artists' work to become part of new 'People in Glacier' project
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County forms new board that will oversee Emergency Medical Services
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Today
• Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
Recovery is on way, economists say
Slow growth expected over next two years
Mariners drop state opener to Laurel
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State land leaseholders pull together
Reappraisals could make rent fees unaffordable for some
Melvin 'Mel' Anthony Desch, 91
Melvin "Mel" Anthony Desch, a longtime Kalispell resident, passed away Monday, July 27, 2009, after a short stay at Heritage Place. Mel was born on a homestead on Sunny Slope west of Polson on Nov. 19, 1917, the fourth child born to Fredrick and Marian (Myers' Desch, who had arrived in the Flathead Valley earlier that spring from Dayton, Ohio.
Casino robbed at gunpoint
An armed robber got away with an undisclosed amount of money in a hold-up at First Avenue West Casino on Wednesday night.
Wounded vets are inspiration
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Thursday, July 30
Paul D. Rank, 76
Paul D. Rank, 76, passed away peacefully in his Vancouver, Wash., home on July 20, 2009. He was born July 11, 1933, on Bozeman Hill in the small community of Muir, Park County, Mont., the son of Joseph and Nancy Rank.
Gerald Harris Gifford, 79
Gerald Harris Gifford, 79, of American Fork, Utah, died at his home on July 23, 2009. He was born Nov. 15, 1929, in Boise, Idaho, the second son of Warner Levi and Mary Ethel (Harris' Gifford.
Sailors bring competitive edge to Wild Horse race
The start of a sailing race looks a little like feeding time in a shark tank.
Local buyers trading in clunkers
Lakers third at AA state tourney
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Investments still slipping for county
Flathead County isn't losing money on its investments, but it's not getting rich, either.
Kalispell police
After getting a report from Kalispell Regional Medical Center that a man came to the emergency room with a gunshot wound to the arm Tuesday night, Kalispell Police investigated, finding that a man, 22, was shot at a residence on the 200 block of Third Avenue West. Officers determined that another man had apparently accidentally fired a handgun while examining it.
Exclusive photos of dramatic Glacier Park rescue
Group gets word out on road dust
Gerald Riker 'Skin' Foster, 88
Gerald Riker "Skin" Foster died July 28, 2009, at his home in Whitefish, after spending what he knew would be his final days joking with family, greeting friends, and eating his favorite foods. He was 88 years old.
Library seeks money for C. Falls branch move
The Flathead County Library System made a bid Tuesday morning for $350,000 in county money to help relocate the Columbia Falls library.
Ski champ gets aerial rescue
For Stella Holt, breaking a leg on Glacier National Park's Mount Gould was definitely painful, but her subsequent short-haul helicopter rescue was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Today
• Red Cross blood drive, 3-6 p.m., Stillwater Free Lutheran Church.
Fern D. (Mack) Wirtz, 83
Fern D. (Mack) Wirtz, a longtime resident of Kalispell, "went to be with the Lord" on Sunday, July 19, 2009, at the Missouri River Nursing Home in Fort Benton after seven years of complications of Parkinson's disease. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Croxford Funeral Home. No services will be held at this time; however, a gathering for friends and family will be held in Kalispell, date and time to be announced and published later. This will be a celebration of her life with her husband of almost 69 years. A tentative date is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19.
Learning from the masters
Libby gets a shot in the arm
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Wednesday, July 29
Quest under way for button winners
And the winners are
The Blue Building to change hue
Outdated steel building to get $619,000 upgrade
Nelson sets two pool records at Western Divisional swim meet
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Robert E. Sullivan, 91
Robert E. Sullivan, 91, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2009, at his home in Missoula of natural causes.
Kalispell tops Bozeman in 11
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Paving district gets green light
The county commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved the creation of a rural special improvement district to pave 3 miles of Mennonite Church Road, calling the project a "bargain" because construction bids came in well below earlier estimates.
Panel eyes Idaho water efforts
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Mariners second at district
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Don Rasmussen, 88
Don Rasmussen "was called home to be with his Lord" on July 25, 2009. Donald Arthur Rasmussen was born May 29, 1921, here in Kalispell. He was the son of Christian and Mary (Jorgenson) Rasmussen. Donald was the sixth child but the first boy. His five older sisters took very good care of him.
Lakers advance to semis
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Today
• Fair-Mont-Egan School board meets 7 a.m.
Robert Dale McMurren, 87
Robert Dale McMurren, loving husband of Irene McMurren, passed away on July 25, 2009, at 9:20 p.m. at his Bigfork ranch after a short battle with cancer.
Glacier Park plans science, history day
Whitefish to do trial run of wider sidewalks
Hester A. Mercer, 94
Hester A. Mercer passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2009, at the Springs at Whitefish in Whitefish. She lived a rich and full life of 94 years. Hester was born on July 3, 1915, in Earlville, N.Y. She was the fourth of five children raised by Vance and Benna (Vincent) Avery.
Mariners to face Laurel at state
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Groups detail requests for $1.5 million from city
Two groups looking to improve two west-side Kalispell malls past their retail days - Ashley Square and Gateway West - asked the Kalispell City Council for a total of nearly $1.5 million from the Westside Tax Increment Finance District fund before it closes out next June.
Council lauds budget efforts by city staffers
Kalispell's city budget numbers have improved enough in the past nine months to earn kudos for the city staff at a council work session Monday night.
Kalispell police
After receiving a hit-and-run report, Kalispell Police arrested a woman, 27, for drunk driving, disorderly conduct and no insurance at Seventh Avenue West and Ninth Street West Monday night.
Hoteliers study tax district for marketing
Kalispell's 16 hoteliers are trying to join together to create a tourism business improvement district, which they hope to approve at a meeting on Aug. 5.
Tuesday, July 28
Raymond Dennis Murphy, 72
Raymond Dennis Murphy, 72, of Plains passed away Thursday, July 23, 2009, following a motor vehicle accident.
Phyllis "Peggy" Blass, 87,
died Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Community Medical Center in Missoula, surrounded by her loving family.
Charles Leo Hargrave, 87
Charles Leo Hargrave, 87, died Saturday, July 11, 2009, at his home in Laclede, Kan.
Storm pounds East Valley
A violent storm packing high winds, hail, lightning and heavy rain cut a narrow swath through the east Flathead Valley on Sunday afternoon, causing extensive damage.
Cherry harvest picks up speed
Victim of grizzly attack on the mend
Crash victim identified
The man killed in a rollover accident on the North Fork Road Saturday night has been identified as Voney Tuttle, 77, of Wyoming.
State provides $5.7 million for Libby project
LIBBY - Gov. Brian Schweitzer on Monday presented $5.7 million in Montana Department of Commerce money to officials involved in the Stinger Welding business expansion project in Libby.
Tuesday
• Kalispell Public Schools Policy and Public Relations Committee meets at 7 a.m. district administration building.
Economic outlook show comes to town
A statewide series of midyear economic presentations kicks off Thursday in Kalispell.
Flathead County sheriff's deputies
After a man allegedly made a vulgar reference to a woman at a residence on First Avenue North in Hungry Horse, two other men threatened him with a baseball bat and a shotgun Sunday night. One man, 51, was arrested for assault with a weapon and a criminal contempt warrant, and his son, 21, was arrested for assault with a weapon by Flathead County sheriff's deputies. No one was hurt.
Phyllis "Peggy" Blass, 87, died Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Community Medical Center in Missoula, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Sept. 16, 1921, in Kalispell, a daughter of the late Finley and Wila MacDonald Null. She and her twin sister Patty and older sister Dorothy attended Flathead County High School.
Monday, July 27
Joanne Karen McGarraugh, 66
Joanne Karen McGarraugh, 66, of Bigfork died Friday, July 24, 2009, at her home, after a long battle with cancer.
Mary Olive Owens, 77
Mary Olive Owens, 77, passed away on July 23, 2009, at her home in Martin City. She was born on Jan. 24, 1932, in Indiana, the daughter of Robert Harold Bergen and Letha Cooksey Bergen.
James Lake Willows, 92
James Lake Willows, one of the Flathead Valley's founding fathers, died peacefully in his sleep with a smile on his face on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, in Kalispell. He was born to James Ferris and Maude Ingles Willows in Cranbrook, British Columbia on Sept. 6, 1916, growing up on a large ranch near Red Deer, Alberta, where his father raised draft horses.
Elaine Marie (Manning) Blotkamp, 73
Elaine Manning Blotkamp, 73, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at St.Vincent's Hospital In Billings. She was born in Minneapolis on March 15, 1936, to Melvin and Rose Weaver Manning.
Red Sox, M's will try it again today
Noodle vendor draws on Hawaiian heritage to wow crowds
Hale Lake had the perfect schedule.
Today
• Kalispell Public Schools Personnel Committee meets at 7 a.m., district administration building.
Lightning sparks house fire on Middle Road
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Real estate brokers hope for better days
Maybe, just maybe, this is the light at the end of the tunnel.
Lakers, Venturini pound Miles City
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Suspected bomb found in Evergreen parking lot
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Lakeshore housing sales down in 2009
Not a single home has been purchased or sold on Flathead Lake in six months.
Kalispell council to examine budget
Red E. Fox to impart emergency advice
Wyo. man, 77, dies in North Fork crash
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Homer sinks Loggers in loser-out District play
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Sunday, July 26
Young hiker air-lifted after ankle injury
Cash for clunkers program explained
Aluminum plant gets one-month reprieve
The Columbia Falls Aluminum Co. has been given another reprieve: The facility will remain open at least until Aug. 31.
Joanne Karen McGarraugh, 66
Joanne Karen McGarraugh, 66, of Bigfork died Friday, July 24, 2009, at her home, after a long battle with cancer.
Riders tackle Cross Country
Man sentenced for home invasion
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Runway paving begins Aug. 3
Airport will be closed three days a week
Notes from an unknown soldier
I was shelving used books at the Soroptimist Thrift Haus in Whitefish last week when I came across a soldier's handbook. The well-worn book - more than 2 inches thick but designed to be pocket-sized - immediately caught my attention.
Fit to be employed?
Innovative program gets people in shape for job search
James Lake Willows, 92
James Lake Willows, one of the Flathead Valley's founding fathers, died peacefully in his sleep with a smile on his face on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, in Kalispell. He was born to James Ferris and Maude Ingles Willows in Cranbrook, British Columbia on Sept. 6, 1916, growing up on a large ranch near Red Deer, Alberta, where his father raised draft horses.
Sex offender receives 20-year prison term
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Injunction allows record search of Polson firm
Special to the Inter Lake
Today
• Heritage Way and Conway Drive in Kalispell will be closed to traffic from 3 p.m. today to 8 a.m. Monday for asphalt overlay construction. Call Kalispell Public Works at 758-7720.
Elaine Marie (Manning) Blotkamp, 73
Elaine Manning Blotkamp, 73, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at St.Vincent's Hospital In Billings. She was born in Minneapolis on March 15, 1936, to Melvin and Rose Weaver Manning.
Columbia Falls police
Columbia Falls police used a taser to stop a 26-year-old man after a loud argument on Nucleus Avenue early Saturday. He had taken off after police approached to check on the situation. He was charged with disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and obstructing a police officer.
Mary Olive Owens, 77
Mary Olive Owens, 77, passed away on July 23, 2009, at her home in Martin City. She was born on Jan. 24, 1932, in Indiana, the daughter of Robert Harold Bergen and Letha Cooksey Bergen.
Healing wounded warriors
D.C. shell game: Now you see it, now you don't!
President Obama's poll numbers were down last week, but poll numbers don't stop a president from doing what he wants to do - not if he controls both houses of Congress.
Bagnell, M's shut out Red Sox
WHITEFISH - Kyle Bagnell set a new season strikeout record, Tyler Linse and Derrick Rathe had timely RBIs and the Mission Valley Mariners are headed to the American Legion baseball A state tournament.
A gem of a store
Scarlets blank Lakers at state
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Wilderness bill might work
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Saturday, July 25
Marlene Dolliver Zorn, 74
Marlene Dolliver Zorn passed away on July 21, 2009, after a struggle with Parkinson's disease and dementia. She was born April 17, 1935, in Conrad.
Velva Elgin Bruyer, 93
Velva Elgin Bruyer, 93, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at her home in Kalispell. Velva was born on March 25, 1916, in a sod cabin on the banks of the Little Powder River in the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation in Rosebud County, near the town of Ashland. As a young child in school, she lived in Denver. When she was in the eighth grade, the family moved to Miles City. Velva graduated with honors' from high school in 1932. She received a National Honor Society pin her senior year, at the age of 16.
Earney Ervin Hartsoch, 80
Earney Ervin Hartsoch, 80, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. He was born April 2, 1929, in Ray, N.D., to Alfred and Alice (Smalley) Hartsoch, the 12th child of 17 children. His early years were spent on the family farm in North Dakota and attending country schools in the Ray area. In 1936 the family moved to Montana.
Swine flu could hit up to 40 percent in U.S.
Back-to-school dates and other school news
911 center work on time, on budget
Construction on Flathead County's consolidated 911 center is on schedule and under budget, an official says.
Entertainment enlivens Arts in the Park
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Red Sox rattle Loggers
WHITEFISH - Man, those Bitterroot Red Sox can swing the bats.
Flathead Electric Cooperative
About 1,300 people lost power Friday morning when a breaker on Bridge Street in the Bigfork area malfunctioned. The outage, which occurred about 11 a.m. and lasted 27 minutes, affected most of the Bigfork area, according to a spokeswoman with the Flathead Electric Cooperative. Authorities don't yet know what caused the breaker to fail.
Donald J. 'Don' Odegaard, 75
Don J. Odegaard, 75, of Rock Lake, N.D., died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at Presentation Medical Center in Rolla, N.D.
Teacher plays astronaut at Space Academy
Tim Joern of Whitefish has never been to the moon, but he has been to the International Space Station.
Shane 'Bud' Morris, 36
Bud Morris, our beloved and cherished family member and friend, passed away in a tragic car accident on July 22, 2009, in Cody, Wyo. He was born in Ketchikan, Alaska, on Sept. 8, 1972.
Shodair soccer loaded with local talent
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The Event in stride
Saturday
• 41st annual Arts in the Park, today and Sunday, Depot Park, Kalispell. More than 100 fine art and crafts booths, entertainment and food. Hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission $3 daily or $5 weekend pass ($4 in advance) which includes museum admission, free under 6; 755-5268.
Morigeau, Mariners bust Mavs
Friday, July 24
Eleanore C. Wink, 89
On a beautiful summer morning, Eleanore C. Wink, 89, passed away July 20, 2009, in Whitefish of natural causes. She was born Dec. 8, 1919, in Malta, to Blanche and Edward Clausen, who had homesteaded south of Malta.
Joanne Lee Taylor, 78
Joanne Lee Taylor, 78, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2009, with her family by her side in Bigfork.
Thea Little, 70
Thea Little, 70, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2009, in Kalispell. She was born in Bremerhaven, Germany on April 6, 1939, to Heinrich and Freda (Ende) Boettcher.
Kenneth Russel Hansen, 83
Kenneth Russel Hansen, 83, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009, in Kalispell, of natural causes. He was born Jan. 20, 1926, in Kenmare, N.D., to Bendix and Elsie (Rytter) Hansen.
Peter J. Ferder Jr., 64
Peter J. Ferder Jr., 64, was found on July 20, 2009, at his home in Kalispell. Jim was born on Jan. 24, 1945, in Kansas City, Mo., to Peter and Lena (Artman) Ferder. He was raised in Kansas City, where he attended schools, graduating from a local high school in Kansas City.
Robert Wayne Cooper, 81
Robert Wayne Cooper, 81, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at his residence in Bigfork. He was born on Nov. 27, 1927, at Scammon, Kan., the son of William and Doris (Stone) Cooper.
Sister act
Meuchels compete in Jr. Open Dressage
Lakers fall to Mariners
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Officer pleads innocent to wrong-way driving
A Kalispell probation and parole officer has pleaded innocent to felony charges following an alleged Fourth of July drunken-driving incident on U.S. 93 South.
Suspect pleads innocent to arson, burglary
A Ronan man charged with burglaries in three Western Montana counties has pleaded innocent to setting a December fire at the Echo Lake Store near Bigfork.
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to Willow Glen Drive on Wednesday night after a resident called to report that the neighbor was threatening to kill the dog.
Tourism surge is good news
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Killer challenges parole restriction
An Evergreen man who killed a woman and then turned the shotgun on himself after they signed an apparent suicide pact is seeking to overturn his sentence.
Glacier Fund gets help from Honda dealer
Paving to close road near hospital
What's in a name?
Beam me up Scottie.
Library looks for concepts from architectural firms
The future of the Flathead County Library's main branch gets a face put to it on Aug. 25.
State offices move to new building
Today
• Community bazaar to benefit Habitat for Humanity, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Century 21 Home and Investment Center, 264 Main St., Kalispell. Bake goods, re-Store inventory. Call 755-2100 to make a donation, or take to Century 21.
Loggers rip Bucs in district opener
WHITEFISH - The Libby Loggers definitely brought their 'A' game to the Western A District American Legion baseball tournament.
Paving payment plan bothers landowners
The Flathead County commissioners heard from Mennonite Church Road area residents Thursday, most of them strongly opposed to a rural special improvement district aimed at paving the road.
Thursday, July 23
Two hurt in propane explosion
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Last logs leave Pablo mill
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'And that's the way it was '
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Robert Wayne Cooper, 81
Robert Wayne Cooper, 81, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at his residence in Bigfork. He was born on Nov. 27, 1927, at Scammon, Kan., the son of William and Doris (Stone) Cooper.
Crowds expected at weekend events
It's been said before that it's impossible to be bored in the Flathead Valley. This weekend is no exception.
Sensational senior
Troy's Ackley will compete at National Senior Games in August
'Lost Rod' surfaces in Kalispell
Fire damages Whitefish-area home
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Thea Little, 70
Thea Little, 70, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2009, in Kalispell. She was born in Bremerhaven, Germany on April 6, 1939, to Heinrich and Freda (Ende) Boettcher.
Peter J. Ferder Jr., 64
Peter J. Ferder Jr., 64, was found on July 20, 2009, at his home in Kalispell. Jim was born on Jan. 24, 1945, in Kansas City, Mo., to Peter and Lena (Artman) Ferder. He was raised in Kansas City, where he attended schools, graduating from a local high school in Kansas City.
Lakers face Scarlets in opener
The Kalispell Lakers have landed in a familiar destination for the end of July - the American Legion baseball AA State Tournament.
Eleanore C. Wink, 89
On a beautiful summer morning, Eleanore C. Wink, 89, passed away July 20, 2009, in Whitefish of natural causes. She was born Dec. 8, 1919, in Malta, to Blanche and Edward Clausen, who had homesteaded south of Malta.
Kenneth Russel Hansen, 83
Kenneth Russel Hansen, 83, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009, in Kalispell, of natural causes. He was born Jan. 20, 1926, in Kenmare, N.D., to Bendix and Elsie (Rytter) Hansen.
Rangers, Red Sox top seeds for Western A District Legion tourney
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Whitefish sets rules for mobile vendors
Orphaned grizzly cubs headed for Memphis
Today
• City of Kalispell Street Division will be repairing Conrad and Woodland Park Drives from Woodland to U.S. 2 in preparation for the 2009 Asphalt Overlay Project. Be prepared for delays or find alternative route. Call 758-7720.
Flathead County sheriff
Employees of a Bigfork convenience store asked Flathead County Sheriff's deputies to remove a man who buys a coffee in the morning, then stands around all day for the free refills. The man was told to move along.
Centennial theme highlights C.F. celebration
Columbia Falls marks the 100th anniversary of its incorporation this weekend at Heritage Days 2009.
Wednesday, July 22
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Dry conditions cut hay yields
Quite The Event: Rebecca Farm hosts only World Cup qualifier in U.S.
The horse trailers cometh.
School, county build drainage system
Except for longing to see a cloud or two, rain might be the furthest thing from people's minds in the middle of a hot Flathead summer.
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to First Avenue North in Hungry Horse after a resident called to complain about yelling and the sound of breaking glass coming from the neighbors' house.
Two injured in two-vehicle crash on U.S. 93
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County pavement job facing final hearing
A controversial rural special improvement district proposed for Mennonite Church Road will be considered by the county commissioners on Thursday.
Kalispell girl meets Nick Jonas
Road work delays reservoir travelers
Patricia Jeanne' Franks, 47
Patricia Jeanne' Franks, 47, resided in Oakley, Calif., and on May 30, 2009, she "joined her loved ones in Heaven." Jeanne' lost her 13-year battle from complications with many abdominal problems. Jeanne' left these problems behind from her home.
Today
• City of Kalispell Street Division will be repairing Conrad and Woodland Park Drives from Woodland to U.S. 2 today and Thursday, in preparation for the 2009 Asphalt Overlay Project. Be prepared for delays or find alternative route; 758-7720.
Tuesday, July 21
Rosemary Elizabeth Montayne, 74
Once upon a time the lived a pretty lady named Rosemary Elizabeth Montayne. She passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at her residence in Kalispell. She was born on Nov. 19, 1934, in Chester, the daughter of Paul and Matilda (Beste) Biegalke. She graduated from Chester High School in 1952.
Libby mom, toddler die in fire
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Klinger's coming
M*A*S*H star Jamie Farr headlines hospital fundraiser
Veteran officer wins state award
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Lois Nancy Bally King, 94
Lois Nancy Bally King, 94, passed away on July 14, 2009, at the Weatherly Inn in Kent, Wash. Born Jan. 15, 1915, Lois was the youngest of three daughters born to Walter and Barbara Bally in Kalispell. She graduated from Flathead County High School.
James Joseph Dougherty, 85
James Joseph Dougherty, 85, of Kalispell, passed away July 18, 2009, at the Montana Veterans Home with his wife, Isabelle, and stepdaughter, Sharon, and Curly, by his side.
Today
• Kalispell Public Schools Policy and Public Relations Committee meets, 7 a.m. district administration building, 233 First Ave. E.
Full cherry harvest begins later this week
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Flathead jobless rate at 9.6 percent
Libby tries to gain positive image
Flathead County Sheriff
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office had a report of a car accident involving a 2-year-old who put the vehicle in gear, causing it to go down a short embankment on Trumble Canyon Road on Sunday night. None of the six children in the car reportedly were hurt.
Glacier Park visits up 14.3 percent
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Monday, July 20
Aurea Esther Rivera, 89
Aurea Esther Rivera, 89, "went to sing in the heavenly choir" on July 17, 2009. Her daughter was by her side.
Patricia Jeanne' Franks, 47
Patricia Jeanne' Franks, 47, resided in Oakley, Calif., and on May 30, 2009, she "joined her loved ones in Heaven." Jeanne' lost her 13-year battle from complications with many abdominal problems. Jeanne' left these problems behind from her home.
Men fight over woman, twice
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to a bar on Montana 35 in Evergreen after two men got into an argument over a woman. The pair were separated, but one of them allegedly showed up at the other's Shady Lane home several hours later to continue the altercation.
Today
• Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. Root beer floats for donors.
Kalispell to vote on $45.7 million budget
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Bigfork teacher earns Ypulse technology award
Even after more than 25 years in education, there has never been a time when technology wasn't an important part of Mike Roberts' classroom.
FVCC students spend semester in Italy
Man arrested after chase
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Whitefish revamps vendor regulations
C. Falls looks at retirement home proposal
Sunday, July 19
Frances M. Roe, 89
Frances M. Roe (aka ÒGranny FrannyÓ) passed away on Monday, July 6, 2009, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. She was born on Feb. 12, 1920, in Cooperstown, N.D., the third daughter of four children to Leslie L. and Frances M. Slyter. She was raised in Williston, N.D., and moved to Kalispell in 1938. She graduated from Flathead County High School in 1939.To help with the war effort during World War II, Frances worked for Boeing assembling aircraft. Upon returning to Kalispell, she met and married Archie D. Roe. She was a devoted mother and housewife, and later worked for several local businesses. After the death of Archie she became a secretary at the Kalispell Senior Center until she retired at the age of 80.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sisters, Shirley Ottenstror and Betty Vandenover.She is survived by her brother, Leslie D. ÒBudÓ Slyter, of Kalispell; daughter, Leslie A. and husband, Curtis Lund, of Reno, Nev.; sons, Richard and wife, Lisa, and Dan and wife, Jill, of Kalispell; five granddaughters, Lisa Hoffman, Amy Judd, Staci Lund, and Wendy Gray, all of Reno, and Jenna Roe of Kalispell; two grandsons, Christopher Lund of Reno, and Tyler Roe of Kalispell; and five great-grandchildren, Cody and Madison Judd, Hailey and Cade Hoffman, and Riley Gray, all of Reno.ÒWe love you and will miss you, Mom.ÓAt FrancesÕ request, no service was held. A private burial has taken place next to Archie.Donations in her name may be made to the Kalispell Senior Center or any donation of your choice.
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County SheriffÕs deputies responded to Ridgewood Drive in Evergreen after a man and his wife got into an argument about their 18-year-old kidÕs behavior.A Lore Lake Road resident contacted deputies with a complaint about an ex-roommate, who allegedly absconded with some of their stuff.Three bikes were reported stolen from outside a Bigfork bar sometime over the Fourth of July. Medication was reported stolen on Ranch Road, also in Bigfork.Mailboxes reportedly were smashed Thursday along Columbia Falls Stage Road. Again.Deputies separated men and women fighting about relationship issues at a Bigfork resort, an Evergreen trailer court, and on Montana 35.Kids running their four-wheelers up and down Sandy Hill Lane prompted the neighbors to file a harassment complaint.A Somerset Drive woman had questions about how to get her grandson out of her house.Kids breaking into vehicles on Forest Drive in Evergreen took off on bikes after being interrupted by one of the carsÕ owners.Deputies received 178 calls for service between 3:30 p.m. Friday and 3:30 p.m. Saturday.Kalispell police
Far from toys
Kenneth Wayne ÔBuddyÕ Larson, 42
Kenneth Wayne ÒBuddyÓ Larson, 42, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2009, at his residence in Kalispell. He was born on July 21, 1966, in Libby, the son of Kenneth Wayne and Vicki (Krantz) Larson.Ken was married on Aug. 16, 1986, in Kalispell, to Karen Cook. Ken had many passions in life, but his greatest passion was his girls, Karen and Katie. He was a great husband, father, son, uncle, brother-in-law and friend. He was very enthusiastic about civil rights, and was also active in USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) competitions. He was a master shooter.Ken lived a simple life but was a very complex man. ÒHe would want us to be strong and go on with life. We will do that for our love for him.Ó ÒWe know that he is now with his little brother, Aaron. May he rest in peace.Ó He was preceded in death by his brother, Aaron. He is survived by his wife, Karen Larson, and daughter, Katie, of Kalispell; his mother and stepfather, Vicki and Bob Rinke, of Kalispell; his father, Ken Larson, of Yamhill, Ore.; two half sisters, Krystal and Ericka Larson, both of Yamhill; and numerous family and friends.Funeral services for Ken will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Stillwater Lutheran Church, with Pastor Tim Bartholomew officiating. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the charity of the donorÕs choice.Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home is caring for KenÕs family. You are invited to go to
Solid MMA start for Oyler
Jacob Oyler won't forget his first professional fight, and neither will the hundreds of fans who witnessed it.
Glass with class
Today
• Montana RCers Jet Rally, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m, Glacier RC'ers field off Whitefish Stage Road, 1.5 miles south of Montana 40. $5 parking courtesy of Civil Air Patrol.
Official: U.S. may create terror interrogation unit
Tamil refugees held captive in aid camp
Ronald C. Framness, 66
On July 14, 2009, Ronald C. Framness died of cancer at his home. He was born March 12, 1943, in Kalispell, at the Kalispell Hospital.
Bushwhacked: My years with W
What is it about George W. Bush that drives people crazy?
Checking the stimulus scorecard
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Alfred Edward Binnie, 89
Dearly loved Alfred E. Binnie ÒAlfÓ passed away at Brendan House with Joan at his side on July 17, 2009. Born Jan. 6, 1920, in Montreal, Quebec, Alf completed school and joined the Royal Air Force Bomber Command in England to become a pilot during World War II. Surviving an air attack behind enemy lines in 1942, he became a POW for four years in Germany. Upon return to Canada, Alf purchased Mountain View Bungalow Resort and during the winter was director of the ski school at Jasper in Quebec at St. Donat, a well-known area in the Laurentians. Alf was always an avid skier and relished entertaining his guests at the resort. His love for music and playing the guitar continued throughout his life. Alf and Joan were married in 1950 and to this day she remains the love of his life. Alf and Joan moved to Long Beach, Calif., in 1959 when Alf joined California Federal Bank. Later, Alf became a certified appraiser with MAI designation. They enjoyed their life in California, with camping, skiing and gardening the focus of their spare time. Alf was very interested in classic cars and until recently made the annual trip to Carmel, Calif., for the car show. After almost 30 years in California, Alf retired and they chose to move north so that he could pursue his love of skiing. They settled in Whitefish after building their home together and have maintained it with meticulous attention. Alf and Joan have lived in Whitefish for almost 20 years. Alf was a dear and gentle man and will be missed. The family has chosen no service at this time. ÒTo friends old and new, thank you for your friendship.Ó Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family. To send condolences, please visit
Klinger's coming
ÔM*A*S*H*Õ star Jamie Farr headlines hospital fundraiser
Saturday, July 18
Meet the Skid Monster
Albert C. Stryker, 83
Albert C. Stryker, 83, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Mountain View Manor in Eureka. He was born Jan. 7, 1926, in Bethel, Conn., the son of John C. and Minnie M. (Mason) Stryker.
Bill includes 25 wilderness areas
The Jobs and Recreation Bill includes 25 new wilderness designations in Montana, many of them small, and Sen. Jon Tester says that is a reflection of how the bill was tailor-made through years of collaborative negotiations.
Owens fastest qualifier for Montana 200
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CBS anchor Walter Cronkite dies at 92
Woman pleads not guilty to dog abuse
Spotted Bear Ranger District awarded
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Flathead County sheriff
Proprietors of an Aspen Court business told Flathead County Sheriff's deputies that a former employee wrote checks on a company account, agreed to pay the money back, but never did. This all happened a year ago.
Today
• Flathead Industries Climb Big Mountain fundraiser. Call 755-7657.
Tester unveils new-style wilderness bill
Collaboration the byword for effort
Williams recalls past wilderness proposal battles
Former Montana Rep. Pat Williams unsuccessfully tried to pass wilderness legislation 16 times during his 18 years in Congress, but he says things have changed since then and Sen. Jon Tester's proposal stands a better chance.
FVCC tree planting honors couple
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Friday, July 17
Robert J. Disney, 77
"Seventy-seven, I'm going to heaven." Born on June 21, 1932, in Merced, Calif., Robert J. Disney used this phrase on his birthday in 2009 to mark the year he would leave this world. He died in the care of his family at the home of his son-in-law, LeRoy Brush Jr., on July 16, 2009.
Donald M. Cropsey Jr., 55
Donald M. Cropsey Jr. passed away July 12, 2009, in Kalispell. He was born March 3, 1954, in Pasadena, Calif., to Donald and Wordia Cropsey.
Third time a charm? Washington driver has had tough luck in Montana 200
Frankie Bales Griffing Hiatt, 99
Frankie Bales Griffing Hiatt, 99, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at her residence in Kalispell. She was born on Jan. 1, 1910, to Luther Delbert and Nancy Noticia (Holman) Bales.
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to Middle Road after a 16-year-old staying with a woman didn't want to leave when her mother showed up. The girl claims she had been beaten up by another family member the night before.
Elmer Allen 'Spick' Fauske, 84
Elmer Allen "Spick" Fauske was born July 26, 1924, to Peter and Cecelia Fauske in Tokio, N.D. Along with an older brother, Robert, and sister Luella, the Fauskes moved to Whitefish when Spick was 14 months old. The family added two more children after moving to Whitefish, Jessie and Peter. He went to the Lakeside School until he was 15 years old.
City manager has hands full
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Today
• Montana Jet Rally for radio-controlled jet enthusiasts, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and July 18; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 19, Glacier Rc'ers field, off Whitefish Stage Road, 1 1/2 miles south of Montana 40. Parking $5 courtesy of Civil Air Patrol.
Man pleads not guilty in son's shooting
18-year-old hit in chest and stomach
Boat launch is now open at Crystal Lake near Happy's Inn
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Woman pleads innocent to aiding casino robbery
A Evergreen woman whose boyfriend held up a west Kalispell casino last year has pleaded innocent to orchestrating the heist.
Weekend update: A preview of public events around the valley this weekend
People in the News: Local accomplishments
Mavericks sweep Lakers, stay in first place
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Kalispell board OKs Peterson School project
Peterson School will get a little more classroom space this fall, after a decision Tuesday at the Kalispell school board meeting.
Delays at Lost Johnny Creek
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Planning director to be investigated
County hires detective agency; Harris expects to be exonerated
Kalispell fighter makes pro debut
Kalispell's Jacob Oyler will step into the ring for the first time as a professional ultimate fighter at tonight's Missoula Mayhem mixed martial arts event.
Mark Alan Dougherty, 53
Mark Alan Dougherty, 53, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2009, from complications following a motorcycle accident. Mark was born in Kansas City, Mo., and raised in Montana by his parents, John "Bud" and Noma Dougherty, now deceased.
Thursday, July 16
Teen's rape trial canceled when witness balks
Charges against a Flathead County teen arrested in connection with the August 2006 rape of a Kalispell youth home resident were dropped Tuesday after a key witness refused to cooperate, prosecutors said.
Kalispell's reserves better than thought
As final books are being closed out on the city of Kalispell's 2008-09 fiscal year, ending cash reserves that threatened to be only $130,000 are growing to a noticeably better number.
'In search of ' parking near Legends Stadium
It may get even harder to find soon
Deer in the headlights
Today
• Fair-Mont-Egan school board special meeting, 7 a.m., at the school.
Donald Eugene Downing, 83
Donald Eugene Downing ("Uncle Don") "went home to be with Jesus' on July 15, 2009. He was born in Victor to Bill and Kathleen Downing on Aug. 12, 1925. He hopped a freight train at age 14 to Seattle and started his many travels in which the stories of his life have been shared with family and friends.
Fee-free weekend in Glacier Park
Whitefish subdivision regs go before public
School board opts not to buy itself laptops
Kalispell Public Schools' board of trustees will not get new laptop computers, after a vote Tuesday night.
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to Gunsite Loop after a woman allegedly threatened her sister with a knife and threw vegetables at her.
New principal hired for Whitefish High
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Moose on the loose (with help)
Chipped ID cards are trouble
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Wednesday, July 15
Mildred Hardie Emerson, 84
Mildred Hardie Emerson, 84, passed away July 10, 2009. She was born in the first hospital in Kalispell to Ivy Green Hardie and Richard Hardie on Sept. 22, 1924.
Hazel Louise Goeddertz Ladner, 95
"A beacon of kindness has left our world." At 95, Hazel Louise Goeddertz Ladner, youngest daughter of a pioneer northern Montana ranching and oil family, "passed from this earthly existence" on July 12, 2009, at The Springs Assisted Living in Whitefish.
Preview of Thursday's Whitefish Planning Board meeting
People in the News: Local names and faces
Bowman wins Black Belt title at U.S. Nationals
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Today
• Evergreen Water and Sewer District board meets at 7 a.m. at the district office, 130 Nicholson Dr.
Lakers, Elks break even
Lyle William Pauli, 91
Lyle William Pauli died quietly in his sleep on July 13, 2009, in the extended care wing of Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell. Achieving the age of 91, Lyle enjoyed a life filled with family, friendship, and was a source and example of happiness, humility and love. Possessed of an easy smile, a disarming and unassuming demeanor, and a willingness to offer praise and affection to those around him, he was a man of rare qualities "who has left us to join his wife."
Whitefish Lake advocate explains new rules to county
The chairman of the Whitefish Lake and Lakeshore Protection Committee updated the Flathead County commissioners on updated regulations for the lake, responding to a recent advertising campaign opposing the revision.
Pilots ask public to welcome wounded veterans next week
The local chapter of the Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association invites the public to attend a welcome reception for four wounded veterans visiting the Flathead next week from Brooks Army Medical Center in Texas.
City airport expansion plans touch off debate
Spending $600,000 from the Airport Tax Increment Finance district for nearly 11 acres to help expand the Kalispell airport has met opposition from several people - including the current owner of the land.
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to a Cobbler Village Road residence after a woman there called her mother to report a man at the house was causing a disturbance. The woman had earlier called deputies to report that the man had borrowed her car to go to the store, but had not returned it.
Tuesday, July 14
Kathleen Evelyn Lavalle, 97
Joseph and Elizabeth Watson were the proud parents of a baby girl born in Dysart, Saskatchewan, on Feb. 16, 1912. They named the baby Kathleen Evelyn, and soon after her birth the young family moved to Chinook, where they farmed the land. A brother, Lawrence "Mick," and a sister, Lorraine "Bud," were added to the family.
Glacier Park drowning victim identified
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Flathead County Sheriff's deputies
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies arrested a woman, 42, for assault with a weapon after she allegedly attempted to attack her husband with a knife at a residence on Brown's Meadow Road late Sunday. The husband was apparently injured after falling off a vehicle in trying to escape, and he was taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
New city manager doesn't fear tough decisions
Fifteen or 20 years ago, Jane Howington wouldn't have been ready for the top appointed job in Kalispell city government.
New fire policy discussed
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Tuesday
• Kalispell Public School Facilities and Transportation Committee meets to discuss stimulus funds and building reserve projects, 7 a.m., District Administration Building basement.
Former Kalispell man breaks world mark for hands-free cycling
The key to a record-breaking, no-handed bicycle ride is simple: You have to be comfortable sitting for a long time.
Monday, July 13
Today
• Flathead County Animal Shelter advisory board meets 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Flathead County Health Department second floor conference room, 1035 First Ave. W. Public welcome.
Hiker makes his way out of woods safely
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Schools race clock to spend energy money
Three school districts in Flathead County are in a race against the clock.
Slappers win state ASA 18U softball
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City to consider land purchase for $600,000
Janitor finds artifacts in box of Capitol garbage
Glacier All-Stars take state Babe Ruth
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Schools to get $1.7 million for maintenance
Flathead County's public schools will receive nearly $1.7 million in stimulus money for maintenance- and energy-related projects.
Race organizers not liable in Ironman athlete's death
A jury in Panama City, Fla., has determined that the organizers of the 2006 Florida Ironman competition were not responsible for the death of a 35-year-old Kalispell man who collapsed during the race.
Paul Richard Webber, 62,
passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2009, at his home with his wife by his side. He was born Nov. 20, 1946, in Detroit to Robert and Geraldine (Gohs' Webber.
Contractor retires from keeping track of 14 sites
Paul Richard Webber, 62, passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2009, at his home with his wife by his side. He was born Nov. 20, 1946, in Detroit to Robert and Geraldine (Gohs' Webber.
Paul was married to the love of his life, Catherine "Kate" (Claytor) Webber on Dec. 20, 1986, in Michigan.
Sunday, July 12
Man, 23, given deferred sentence for burglary
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Elks stop Twins for title
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Lincoln's warning: Beware changes brought about by 'towering genius'
Barack Obama has made no secret of his admiration for Abraham Lincoln.
Bypass right-of-way process picks up speed
A federal carrot of $16 million in stimulus money, with its use-it-or-lose-it caveat, means Kalispell's long-sought U.S. 93 bypass finally could become a reality.
Remember to say 'I love you' often
To my daughter on her wedding day,
Locals take on the Challenge
Rollins rancher's new breed becoming popular
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Frances Ann 'Torg' Sorensen, 82
Frances Ann "Torg" Sorensen died on Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at the age of 82, in Burnsville, Minn.
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to Martin Road in Martin City after a woman allegedly took a baseball bat to the windshield of a car and punched a man. She apparently later showed up at a Hungry Horse residence, bat in hand, to press her side of a disagreement over personal property.
Mapping the past
GIS technology creates accurate pictures of old townships
'Oreo cookie cows' are organic, too
Lakers trip Blue Devils; end tourney on high note
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Today
• Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead arts and crafts show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Flathead County Courthouse Lawn. Free admission. Food and beverages available. Non-perishable food donations welcome for Northwest Montana Veterans Food Pantry.
Lakers A go 2-2 in Harp tourney
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Lorraine LeBlanc, 80
Lorraine LeBlanc, 80, of Spokane Valley, Wash., "began rejoicing in heaven" July 6, 2009.
Leon 'Lee' Jousma, 68
Leon "Lee" Jousma, 68, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2009, at Brendan House in Kalispell. Lee was born on March 29, 1941, in Holland, Mich., to John and Marie (Weingarden) Jousma. He was raised in Holland and attended Holland High School.
Stimulus money helps C. Falls street, sewer
Columbia Falls is in line for about $615,000 in federal stimulus money.
Obama stops in Ghana to call for peace
Searching for a giant earthworm
Long-lost landmarks
Local HIV test day attracts best response yet
Flathead Family Planning's walk-in HIV testing day on June 29 showed a significant increase in participation over previous years.
Bernard Leon Babcock
After 87 years and 56 days of gracing this earth with his presence, Bernard Leon Babcock, of Kalispell, departed peacefully July 9, 2009, from Kalispell Regional Medical Center "to grace a better place for eternity." As in life, Bernard, in his final moments, was a big draw; it was standing room only at his bedside. Supporting Della Mae, his bride of nearly 68 years, were their three children and their spouses, nine grandchildren and their spouses and a gaggle of great-grandkids. Bernard's surviving sons are Howard and Dede of Monroe, Wash., Bruce and Trisha of Kalispell, and Lynn and Wayne Jacobsmeyer of Columbia Falls.
Hiker, 17, missing
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Don't let planning disappear
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Saturday, July 11
Ryan Howard Cargill
son of Shawn and Pamela Cargill of Marion, was born May 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Priscilla Bailey Jones
daughter of Dustin and Kelsey Jones of Kalispell, was born May 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Sofia Mae Pickering
daughter of Jamie and Leah Pickering of Kalispell, was born May 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Nonprofit founder tries to meet a growing need
Teen builders ramp up mission work
For the last several months, Mike Slattery has very nearly been a prisoner in his own home.
Calgary snaps Glacier streak
WHITEFISH - Calgary brought the streaking Glacier Twins back to reality on Friday evening at the 25th Annual Sapa-Johnsrud Memorial Tournament.
Flathead County sheriff
Several Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded to Kiwanis Lane in Evergreen after passersby spotted a man sitting in his vehicle with a gun. Turns out the firearm was a pellet gun.
Bernard Leon Babcock
After 87 years and 56 days of gracing this earth with his presence, Bernard Leon Babcock, of Kalispell, departed peacefully July 9, 2009, from Kalispell Regional Medical Center "to grace a better place for eternity." As in life, Bernard, in his final moments, was a big draw; it was standing room only at his bedside. Supporting Della Mae, his bride of nearly 68 years, were their three children and their spouses, nine grandchildren and their spouses and a gaggle of great-grandkids. Bernard's surviving sons are Howard and Dede of Monroe, Wash., Bruce and Trisha of Kalispell, and Lynn and Wayne Jacobsmeyer of Columbia Falls.
Accused tool thieves plead innocent
Thefts may top $100,000
Baucus, Grassley tackle healthcare
Former GFalls mayor denies prostitution ring
Today
• Glacier Challenge multi-sport race, 7:30 a.m. Fundraiser for Flathead Youth Home. Call Hannah Plumb, 755-4622.
Lakers split on first day
Butch Tuell
Arthur L. "Butch" Tuell, 63, of Eureka, passed away peacefully in his home on July 8, 2009. He was born in Green Bay, Wis., on Nov. 7, 1945, to Arnie and Helen Tuell. Butch moved to Montana at the age of 3 and spent his childhood living in various towns throughout the state.
Friday, July 10
Mary Sarah Austin Hubbard, 87
Mary Sarah Austin Hubbard passed suddenly Saturday, July 4, 2009, with family beside her, at the age of 87, after enjoying one of her favorite pasttimes, watching her family together on Lake Blaine. "She joins her husband George in heaven, free from the pains of this world and with all the joy of the next."
No new swine flu cases here
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Valley gets break from mosquitoes this summer
Flathead County has something to celebrate in 2009 - fewer mosquitoes and no West Nile virus found among trapped mosquitoes.
Elsie Maxine Schmitz Isakson, 81
Elsie Isakson passed away at her home in Kalispell on Aug. 27, 2008, surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Friday
• Mosquito Control District board meets 8:30-10 a.m., Earl Bennett Building, second floor conference room, 1035 First Ave. W., Kalispell.
Ardes M. Clay, 88
Ardes M. Clay passed away July 7, 2009, with her daughters and granddaughters by her side. She was born April 23, 1921, on the family farm north of Raymond, to William and Mary Anne (McGreevy) Syme, the sixth child of 11 children.
Amazing Twins perfect
Glacier tops Pullman; 3-0 in tourney action
Leaders make trade a priority
Australian town first to ban sales of bottled water
Judge orders five-state bull-trout habitat analysis
A federal judge in Portland, Ore., has ordered the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to re-analyze a critical habitat designation for bull trout throughout a five-state range that includes Montana.
Archives need to be secured
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'The guy was so good'
Racing HOF will add four new members
The NorthWest Montana Stock Car Racing Association will induct four new members into its Hall of Fame at Montana Raceway Park during a special ceremony on Saturday night. The inductees are Dan Morris, Marilyn Vickhammer and Dave and Cindy McManus.
Flathead County sheriff
A woman getting up at a Kila residence allegedly asked a man not to touch her, so he punched her in the face. Flathead County Sheriff's deputies ended up arresting him on suspicion of partner assault.
Lakers pull out walk-off victory
WHITEFISH - Kalispell's Dean Stimpson got the winning hit, but his parents get the save.
Thursday, July 9
Donald Roy VanBolcum, 78
Donald Roy VanBolcum, 78, "left this world" in June 2009. Donald "Don" was born on Nov. 13, 1930, in Choteau, the son of Joseph and Winifred (Brolsma) VanBolcum.
Adeline Everin, 84
Adeline Everin, a longtime resident of Columbia Falls, passed away on July 3, 2009, at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish. She is survived by her husband, Basil; daughters, Diane Allen and Vickye Fisher; and grandsons, Brett Fischer and Clayton and Tyler Allen.
Miller hurls Twins by Devils
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'Cap and trade' bill? Trade it in
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Signa Magna Mathison, 102
Signa Magna Mathison, 102, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2009, at the Heritage Place in Kalispell. She was born on Sept. 22, 1906, in Aalen, Norway, to Peder and Ingeborg (KIaarvald) Granmoen.
All Kalispell schools soon to have defibrillators
Every school in the Kalispell district will be equipped with at least one automated external defibrillator this fall, thanks to recent grants from Plum Creek and Flathead Electric Cooperative.
Demand soars for famous burger
Eureka chef selling 200 every day
Opening day: Lakers earn split
Kalispell drops Calgary, falls to Lethbridge in the 25th Annual Sapa-Johnsrud Memorial Tournament
Loggers roll by Mariners
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Lincoln recall petition official
Sheriff's response: 'It's totally false'
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies responded Tuesday evening to Hungry Horse after a First Street North West resident allegedly shot his neighbor's dog in the rear.
Kalispell annexes nine tracts
Nine parcels of land totaling a little more than 10 acres are the newest additions to the city of Kalispell.
Railroad says it's done buying property
Gov. Brian Schweitzer led a meeting Tuesday aimed at addressing community concerns and questions over BNSF Railway's contaminated properties in Whitefish.
New policy affects payments by nonprofits to city
The playing field for nonprofits that compete with private enterprises got a bit more level Monday night.
Today
• Senior Tour & Tea, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hockaday Museum of Art, Kalispell. Free admission for senior citizens. Docent-guided gallery tour at 10:30 a.m. Light refreshments. Call 755-5268.
Middle-school students get fit
UM students attain honors
Wednesday, July 8
Arthur E. Lund, 88
Services for Arthur E. Lund will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 10, at the Scobey Lutheran Church with burial in Scobey Cemetery.
Guzman to box in World Championships
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Train kills grizzly bear
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Geri DiPasquale Dallman, 53
Geri DiPasquale Dallman, 53, of Florence, "went out with a bang" on the Fourth of July, 2009, due to a long battle with cancer, at her sister's residence in Florence.She was born March 30, 1956, in Kalispell to Albert and Lilian (Tinka) DiPasquale. She grew up with her family in Whitefish and graduated from Whitefish High in 1974. She went on to attend the Vo-Tech in Missoula where she received a degree in data entry.
Disney train coming to Whitefish
Bigfork center honors top donors
Man arrested on suspicion of sex assault
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Ronan man returns to confront arson charges
Suspect also charged with several burglaries
Kootenai Valley conference champs
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Probation officer facing charges
A Kalispell probation and parole officer facing felony charges in connection with an alleged Fourth of July drunken-driving incident is being sought following her arrest and release from jail.
DSL service out for 2,000 local people
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Woods Bay fire stopped at 10 acres
Council lauds interim manager's work
Kalispell's Interim City Manager Myrt Webb is less than a month away from retirement - again.
Bernard 'Barney' Ill, 92
Bernard "Barney" Ill, passed away Friday, July 3, 2009, at his residence in Bigfork. Barney was born Jan. 13, 1917, in Southern California to Harold and Gertrude (Kiershea) Ill.
Today
• Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Three Rivers Ranger Station, Troy.
Flathead County sheriff
A 16-year-old girl was arrested for family member assault after she allegedly threatened her mother with a pair of scissors. She is also accused of biting a neighbor boy, according to Flathead County Sheriff's deputies.
Tuesday, July 7
Ray Minor
Ray Minor passed away at home early on the morning of Dec. 27, 2008. All who knew him will miss our dad.
Betty Minor
Betty Minor passed away early on the morning of April 22, 2009, after losing her battle with melanoma. Her family and her many friends are saddened by the loss of Betty and husband, Ray, who predeceased her in December 2008.
Tuesday
• Kalispell Public School Finance Committee meets at 7 a.m., district administration building.
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies
The Flathead County Sheriff's deputies received a report of a 10-year-old boy being injured in an attack by a pit bull on Pioneer Road Sunday evening. The owner was cited, the dog was quarantined and there was no further information on the condition of the boy.
Lakers split with Stallions
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Schools divvy up federal funding
Flathead County schools will receive about 8 percent of the stimulus money allocated for Montana special services programs.
Millions in stimulus money to schools
Flathead County schools are set to receive more than $6 million in federal stimulus money.
Planning Office explains spending
Responding to recent allegations that taxpayer money has been misspent, the Flathead County Planning Office announced Monday that records of all expenditures will be made available for public review.
Novel rain garden keeps water on site
When it rains, the newly planted trees, shrubs and perennials at the Flathead Youth Home will help prevent river pollution, thanks to a rain garden planted last week.
Helen C. Anders, 93
Helen C. Anders, 93, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2009, at her hospice residence in Kirkland, Wash.
Vandals blast outhouse
Blessing for animals planned
Boat crash claims life of man, 27, from Whitefish
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Monday, July 6
Jane Erva Shope Hyatt, 71
Jane Erva Shope Hyatt, 71, died July 3, 2009, at her home on Flathead Lake. She was born June 29, 1938, in Helena to Erva Love Shope and Irvin "Shorty" Shope, a Montana artist.
Cayden Jeffrey Wood
Cayden Jeffrey Wood son of Jeff and Julie Wood of Columbia Falls, was born June 12 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 4.9 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Gavin William Glazier
Gavin William Glazier son of Todd Dawson Glazier and Jessica Elizabeth Glazier, was born June 18 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 8 pounds and was 20 inches long.
Ella McCabe Goicoechea
Ella McCabe Goicoechea daughter of Sean and Amy Goicoechea of Kalispell, was born May 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21 inches long.
Brody Leigh Taylor
Brody Leigh Taylor son of Kaleb Taylor and Angela Hutson of Whitefish, was born June 18 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Riley Mark Conat
Riley Mark Conat son of Jesse and Nicole Conat of Bigfork, was born May 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.He weighed 3 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 17 inches long.
Elizabeth Danielle Schmidt
Elizabeth Danielle Schmidt daughter of James and Michele Schmidt of Eureka, was born May 9 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 4 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 17 1/4 inches long.
Paul A. Hansen, 78
Paul A. Hansen, 78, died Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at his residence in Bigfork. He was born April 12, 1931, in San Francisco, Calif., to Paul and Ina (Rasmussen) Hansen.
Kendall Ann McKinney
Kendall Ann McKinney daughter of Silas and Jennifer McKinney of Kalispell, was born May 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.She weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Evelina Nakonechny
Evelina NakonechnyShe weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Everett Lewis Baumbach
Everett Lewis Baumbach son of Mark Baumbach and Shannon Baumbach of Whitefish, was born June 17 at North Valley Hospital.He weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Lynn Marie Andrews, 68
Lynn Marie Andrews, 68, "entered the kingdom of the heavenly father" on Monday, June 29, 2009. She was born Aug. 6, 1938, in Kalispell to Robert and Alice Owens.
Gavin William Glazier, son of Todd Dawson Glazier and Jessica Elizabeth Glazier, was born June 18 at North Valley Hospital.
He weighed 8 pounds and was 20 inches long.
Man dies in boating accident
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Canyon celebrations rowdy as usual
Flathead County sheriff's deputies made six arrests during another year of unruly celebrations on the Fourth of July Saturday night in Hungry Horse.
Veteran chef a food innovator
Every morning Showthyme owner and chef Blu Funk descends into the basement kitchen, "the submarine," to prepare for dinner.
Locals will rally to escort veterans' cremains
Local motorcyclists and motorists will gather Friday to travel to Ronan and escort the cremains of two Montana veterans to their final resting place in a cemetery at Fort Harrison in Helena.
Health center receives stimulus money
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Today
• Bigfork Edward Jones representative Beth Morgenstern offers a free educational seminar, "A Woman's Guide to Money Matters' 11 a.m. today, July 7 and 8, at the office, 104 Jewel Basin Court, Bigfork. Lunch provided. Call Khena or Alison at 837-1013 to reserve a seat.
Whitefish ready to vote on lakeshore regulations
City council to discuss low-income apartments
Sunday, July 5
Rescued dogs get tender treatment
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Is literature the canary in the mine?
If we in the 21st century stand on the shoulders of giants, it must be a particularly light load for the giants - as there seems to be a dearth of intellectual weight in the current era.
Market for Music
Kalispell landmark Sykes' makes some changes but restaurant rocks on
Lynn Marie Andrews, 68
Lynn Marie Andrews, 68, "entered the kingdom of the heavenly father" on Monday, June 29, 2009. She was born Aug. 6, 1938, in Kalispell to Robert and Alice Owens.
Today
• Whitefish Arts Festival 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Park Side Credit Union park. Free admission.
Transforming city's woes to wows
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Community effort revives Coram cafe
Man guilty of starting apartment fire
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Thorough photo coverage of parade day
Floating the free-flowing Clark Fork
Bracht, Stepanek take titles at Fourth of July golf tourney
The Daily Inter Lake
Flathead County Sheriff
An Elk Park Road resident told Flathead County Sheriff's deputies their intoxicated 42-year-old son was beating on the door, demanding his children. He left before deputies arrived.
City projects in line for stimulus money
Street repairs, improvements in energy efficiency at the police and fire station and a new squad car are in the hopper for nearly half a million dollars of federal stimulus money that's almost certainly destined for Kalispell.
Jane Erva Shope Hyatt, 71
Jane Erva Shope Hyatt, 71, died July 3, 2009, at her home on Flathead Lake. She was born June 29, 1938, in Helena to Erva Love Shope and Irvin "Shorty" Shope, a Montana artist.
Paul A. Hansen, 78
Paul A. Hansen, 78, died Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at his residence in Bigfork. He was born April 12, 1931, in San Francisco, Calif., to Paul and Ina (Rasmussen) Hansen.
Saturday, July 4
Wanda Lea Cardin, 77
Wanda Cardin passed away June 30, 2009, at the Heritage Place. She was born Oct. 15, 1931, in Ray, N.D. She loved to play bingo, crochet and go huckleberry picking with her family.
Dogs' plight sparks response
The director of the Flathead County Animal Shelter said there has been a "phenomenal" response from people eager to help with 41 huskies rescued from filthy conditions last week.
Fourth of July spirit
Flathead County sheriff
Flathead County Sheriff's deputies are investigating several break-ins to fireworks stands.
Pair arraigned in hotel theft
The Daily Inter Lake
People load up on fireworks for the Fourth
Iran visitor from Flathead surprised by violence
Fire season unfolds quietly
The Flathead Hot Shots have yet to be shipped off to a wildfire, perhaps an indicator of a quiet summer fire season ahead.
Fire guts outbuildings, damages Lakeside home
Flathead 'Brownie book' a hit in Iran
Today
• Seeley Lake Volunteer Fire Department pancake breakfast 7-11 am.; 8 a.m. 1K, 5K and 10K run on Nordic Ski Trail; 11 a.m. Condon parade; 2 p.m. Seeley Lake parade; 4:30 p.m. Kids program; 10:30 p.m. fireworks over Seeley Lake.
Friday, July 3
Justice Wayne Mallery
son of Jessica and Ransom Mallery of Columbia Falls, was born May 19 at home.
Jack Hudson Beltz
son of Andrew and Lucy Beltz of Martin City, was born June 6 at North Valley Hospital.
Elxzander Reyes Ramos
son of Reyes and Jolene Ramos of Kila, was born June 4 at North Valley Hospital.
Aubrie Mae Lindsay
daughter of Zane and Samantha Lindsay of Columbia Falls, was born June 4 at North Valley Hospital.
Akevah Ann Merrill
daughter of Kari and Cody Merrill, was born June 9 at North Valley Hospital.
Becky Louise Neuharth
daughter of Josh and Megan Neuharth of Kalispell, was born May 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Lander Scott Heino and Cheyenne Marie Heino
fraternal twins of Brian and Brandy Heino of Kalispell, were born May 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Elisabeth Alexacia Friess
daughter of Brian and Melissa Friess of Kalispell, was born May 31 at home.
Anna Maria Chirino Rosero
daughter of Rosa Rosero and Pedro Chirino of Kalispell, was born June 19 at North Valley Hospital.
Savannah Madison Bekier
daughter of Patrick and Alane Bekier of Columbia Falls, was born June 11 at North Valley Hospital.
Kevin Joseph Jennings Letcher
son of Tara Mattox and Josh Letcher, was born June 21 at North Valley Hospital.
Brady Bond Billmayer
son of Rachael and JD Billmayer of Bigfork, was born June 10 at North Valley Hospital.
Grace Caroline Woodring
daughter of Trace and Kristina Woodring, was born June 16 at North Valley Hospital.
Keian Everett Moran
son of Willow Shaw and Shaun Moran, was born June 11 at North Valley Hospital.
Tia Lynn Atchinson
daughter of Crystal Morgan and Ryan Atchinson of Kalispell, was born June 10 at North Valley Hospital.
Hallie Katherine McLean
daughter of Autumn Dawn McLean and Nathan William McLean of Kalispell, was born June 4 at North Valley Hospital.
Torren Alexander James Schei
son of Mike and Amy Schei of Kalispell, was born June 4 at North Valley Hospital.
Tessa Morgan Riggs
daughter of John and Amanda Riggs of Columbia Falls, was born June 5 at North Valley Hospital.
City races finalized
Filing deadline passes for next election cycle
Man gets probation in puppy drownings
A retired Kalispell doctor convicted of abandoning 12 puppies, including 10 that had been drowned, at the green-box site in Somers last summer has been given probation.
'Broken' process examined
One way to eliminate the confusion with starting a neighborhood planning effort may be to establish tiered-percentage guidelines that allow community support to build as a plan is drafted.
Emeralds take fields today for fastpitch
The Daily Inter Lake
Man sentenced in ax-handle beating
Volunteer effort resurrects free grocery delivery program
Area Fire Departments
The Whitefish Fire Department was paged out to what was reported as a half-acre grass fire in the brush and trees off Hodgson Road. The fire, which also was fought by a Montana Department of Natural Resources helicopter, was knocked down and contained in about an hour. The Evergreen Fire Department and West Valley Fire Department also responded.
Audit cites Whitefish court-case backlog
A backlog in processing citations at Whitefish City Court was noted as a significant deficiency by auditors who just finished a review of city records.
Today
• Middle Fork Quick Response Unit annual bake sale, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and July 4, QRU building, U.S. 2 East, near Essex turn-off.
Parade your valuable independence
Inter Lake editorial
Lakeside takes more comments on plan
The Daily Inter Lake
Bigfork man faces life in prison for sex crimes
A Bigfork man already facing federal prison time for sex crimes has been convicted in Flathead County of molesting two young sisters.
Boy stable after near drowning
The Daily Inter Lake
Thursday, July 2
The complete guide to Fourth of July fun
Libby teen acquitted in shooting death
Wanda Lea Cardin, 77
Wanda Cardin passed away June 30, 2009, at the Heritage Place. She was born Oct. 15, 1931, in Ray, N.D. She loved to play bingo, crochet and go huckleberry picking with her family.
Planning supporters want process to continue
Fire kills 28 cats, one bird
The Daily Inter Lake
Idaho Timber shutting its plant
Sixteen employees of Idaho Timber of Montana in Whitefish lost their jobs last week as the company makes plans to permanently shut down its manufacturing plant.
County seeks help with rescued dogs
These huskies (41 of them) will need homes
ALERT
The ALERT helicopter was dispatched about 3:30 p.m. Wednesday to Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada to respond to a 4-year-old boy who was the victim of a near-drowning.
Citizens push planning changes
Citing a lack of transparency in neighborhood planning and the way county expenses are handled, former Flathead County Commissioner Dale Williams on Wednesday suggested the commissioners ask Planning Director Jeff Harris to resign - or fire him if he doesn't resign.
Power cut after driver knocks down pole
The Daily Inter Lake
Town can be proud of new field
Inter Lake editorial
Today
• Kalispell Aquatic Team (KATS) is raising funds for its program at a fireworks stand, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. today through Saturday, Big O Tires, 1238 U.S. 2 E., Evergreen.
Fireworks restrictions vary across the valley
Fireworks already are for sale across Montana as the Fourth of July approaches, but what's legal to buy or shoot off in the Flathead Valley can depend on where you are.
Man in critical condition at Seattle hospital
The Daily Inter Lake
Wednesday, July 1
Alice E. Wilson, 92
Alice E. Wilson, 92, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2009, at Heritage Place in Kalispell. Alice was born on Oct. 11, 1916, in Lambert, to William and Anna Haven.Alice was the fifth child in a family of seven children.
John Christ Ost, 58
John passed from this life, Friday, June 26, 2009, at his home in Denver. He was born in Whitefish on May 25, 1951, to Eugene and Ruth Ost.
Kyrol Rose Jystad, 78
Kyrol Rose Jystad, a life-long resident of Kalispell, passed away June 27, 2009, after a brief illness. She was the sixth of seven children born to Ross and Rose Kirkpatrick, on Aug. 28, 1930.
Carl M. Rhodes, 73
Carl M. Rhodes, 73, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2009, at Brendan House in Kalispell. He was born on May 7, 1936, in Kalispell, the son of Joseph A. and Augusta M. (Hemmer) Rhodes. Carl lived in Rhodes Draw all of his life where his grandfather John homesteaded in 1901, and then started the Rhodes Sawmill in the early 1900s.
Flathead County sheriff
Someone outside a business on U.S. 2 in Evergreen called Flathead County Sheriff's deputies to report that it looked like a man and woman in a nearby car were getting ready to fight. He apparently was trying to convince her to perform sexual favors.
Deal sealed: New manager starts on Aug. 4
Jane Howington officially is the new city manager for Kalispell.
County buying Kalispell house
The Daily Inter Lake
Lorraine Verna Croskrey, 92
Lorraine Verna Croskrey, 92, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2009, at Colonial Manor in Whitefish. She was born on Aug. 14, 1916, at Half Moon, the daughter of Vernon and Carrie (Jensen) Barrows. She was raised in the Flathead Valley and attended schools in Kalispell.
County defends plan expenses
Flathead County officials have rebutted American Dream Montana's allegations of inappropriate spending by the county Planning Office.
Thursday!Fest a first step in energizing downtown
What has been a slightly sleepy downtown Kalispell is beginning to wake up.
Man jailed after shooting of son
Dustin 'Dusty' Drown, 25
Dustin "Dusty" Drown, 25, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2009, following an accident in Manhattan.He was born in Kalispell on Sept. 20, 1983, to Frank Drown and Denise (Potts' Belt.Dusty attended Swan River School until 1994 when he and his family moved to Manhattan where he then attended the Manhattan
Lakers sweep G.F. Electrics
The Daily Inter Lake
Today
• Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. Root beer floats to donors.
Planning director reacts to criticism
Flathead County Planning Director Jeff Harris, the main focus of American Dream Montana's campaign to correct alleged wrongdoing by the Planning Office, said it's difficult to respond until he knows exactly what he supposedly has done wrong.
Logging work planned to combat bark beetles
Three men fined for grizzly crimes
