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State golf arrives for Flathead, Glacier

All the prep work has been done. Now it’s time to see how well prepared Glacier and Flathead are for the Class AA state golf tournament in Missoula.

Log Jam marks 25th event on Saturday

The 25th annual Log Jam is Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Trade Center at the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell.

Dusty North Fork Road still debated

Man involved in series of crimes gets sentenced

The first of a pair of people charged for a series of crimes on their way to North Dakota from California has been sentenced.

Glacier Park closure part of shutdown

Grizzly kills sheep on Farm to Market

Douglas E. Wood, 68

Logan Pass storm

Logan Pass in Glacier National Park had a wintry appearance Monday afternoon as the pass was blasted with 8 inches of snow and high winds. Going-to-the-Sun Road was temporarily closed at The Loop. (Glacier National Park photo)

Wintry weather shrouds high country of Glacier

It was a wintry scene Monday afternoon on Logan Pass in Glacier National Park, prompting Going-to-the-Sun Road to be closed temporarily to vehicular traffic at The Loop.

A Day Made Better winner at Russell Elementary

Russell Elementary kindergartener Matthew Lewis watches as his teacher, Heather Dalla Betta, is awarded the "A Day Made Better" award on Monday, September 30, in Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

The lighter side of faith

Former Kalispell woman embarks on writing career as Christian humor novelist

 Willow Feller can sum up her journey from hobby writer to published author in one word: research. Lots of it.

Week in Pictures: September 23 - 29

Work session to focus on water impact fee increase

Increases in Kalispell’s water impact fees are the focus of a City Council work session tonight.

Crimes increase in Flathead County

As Flathead County’s population grows, so does the number of crimes committed within its borders.

Joseph Potoczny, 86

 Beloved husband, father and grandfather Joseph Potoczny, 86, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2013, of natural causes. Joe was born on Feb. 4, 1927, in Aliquippa, Penn., to Ignatz and Frances (Dydek) Potoczny. Joe spoke only Polish until he started elementary school and continued to attend Polish school on Saturdays in addition to his traditional schooling during the week.

West Valley bond ballots to be mailed Tuesday

 Ballots go in the mail Tuesday asking residents of the West Valley School District to approve a 20-year, $6.8 million bond request to expand the school.

River plan in need of an update

One of the most noticeable changes in the North Fork Flathead River drainage can be found on the river — at its put-in and take-out sites for floaters — and it is a change that is in part driving an effort to develop a new Wild and Scenic River management plan.

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North Fork of the Flathead River

Ray Bongiovanni of Dallas, Texas, fly fishes on the North Fork of the Flathead River Saturday afternoon near the Camas Bridge. Sept. 21, 2013 in North Fork, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Man challenges charges over jobless benefits

A Kalispell man has pleaded not guilty to a pair of charges for allegedly receiving nearly $20,000 in unemployment benefits to which he was not entitled.

Shady Lane Bridge repair starts Oct. 7

Shady Lane in Evergreen will close at 6 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, so workers can replace a 30-year-old failing bridge.

Sonju meets with D.C. groups about House race

Chandler Finberg

Chandler Finberg, daughter of Chris and Colleen Finberg of Columbia Falls, was born July 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Maci Jo Galles

Maci Jo Galles, daughter of Joshua Galles and Tiffany Smith of Whitefish, was born July 8 at North Valley Hospital.

Jase Ryan Erickson

Jase Ryan Erickson, son of Shane and Rachel Erickson of Columbia Falls, was born July 9 at North Valley Hospital.

Anja Boettcher

Anja Boettcher, daughter, and Lux Boettcher, son of Matthew and Brittney Boettcher of Kalispell, were born July 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Mira James

Mira James, daughter of Timothy and Erin James of Kalispell, was born July 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Brantley Carter

Brantley Carter, son of Adam Carter and Vicki Dunluck of Columbia Falls, was born July 8 at North Valley Hospital.

Dorian Lake O'Day

Dorian Lake O’Day, son of Michael O’Day and Lisa Corn, was born July 8 at North Valley Hospital.

Aubrielle Richardson

Aubrielle Richardson, daughter of Taylor Richardson and Breanna Huffman of Whitefish, was born July 19 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Kynli Robertson

Kynli Robertson, daughter of Ben Robertson and Davida Johnson-Krythe of Kalispell, was born July 20 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Soccer: Stevi knocks off Whitefish boys; WHS girls roll

WHITEFISH — Stevensville stayed undefeated on the soccer season Saturday afternoon by handing two-time defending Class A state champion Whitefish its first loss in 33 matches.

Timber-grizzly compromise is what we need

I read a few months ago on the Daily Inter Lake front page that Chuck Roady, vice president and general manager of F.H. Stoltze Land & Lumber, went to Washington, D.C., to testify before the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources with Rep. Steve Daines in attendance.

Richard 'Boyd' Roth, 75

Richard “Boyd” Roth, 75, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2013, at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula.

Shooting banned at experimental forest

Due to concern for public safety, recreational sport shooting has been prohibited, effective immediately, in the Coram Experimental Forest.

Sen. Tester, stand up for principle over IRS abuses

On Aug. 5, I sent the following letter to Sen. Jon Tester. I suppose he is pretty busy but I did expect that he might have some sort of response considering the magnitude of the allegations against the IRS. It seems to me that anyone who considers freedom to be precious would be shaken to their socks by abuse of power within an organization which has such a huge impact on all of our lives. Especially considering that the IRS is now going to control our health care.

Lower speed limit to be studied on Wisconsin Ave.

The speed limit on Wisconsin Avenue between Labrie Drive and Big Mountain Road in Whitefish is currently posted at 45 mph, but that could change after the state conducts a speed study.

Honoring tradition - Glacier Prosthetic Care owner aims to carry on service philosophy of his mentor and friend

To Ian Reynolds and Niles Velin, a prosthetic device doesn’t have to be just a utilitarian replacement for a lost limb — it can be a work of art.

Jeanette 'JP' Krona, 79

Family of 'Coach Pete' seeks input about storied career

On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of his induction into the Montana Coaches Association Hall of Fame, the family of Don Peterson is compiling a retrospective of his playing/coaching career.

Whitefish woman pleads guilty to fifth DUI

A Whitefish woman pleaded guilty to her fifth offense of drunk driving three weeks after being arraigned.

School lunch leader wins state honor

Jenny Montague, Kalispell Public Schools Food Services director, is a leader when it comes to serving healthy meals using locally purchased food on a large scale.

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Coal regs hit state where it hurts

New carbon emission regulations issued by the Environmental Protection Agency may seem to be on Montana’s periphery because there are no plans for new coal-fired plants here, but the regulations certainly are relevant to the state.

An Obamacare dissent - '...no man who knows what the law is today can guess what it will be tomorrow…'

Dear Sen. Baucus:

Woman hopes police can answer her prayers

'Kats KO Bulldogs in 3

COLUMBIA FALLS — The Columbia Falls Wildkats used timely runs and a big block to sweep Whitefish 25-16, 25-23, 25-18 in a Northwestern A volleyball match Saturday at Columbia Falls High School.

Morley, Glacier shine at Mountain West Classic

MISSOULA — Bigfork’s Makena Morley set a new course record at the Mountain West Classic cross country meet at the University of Montana golf course on Saturday. The meet hosted nearly 800 varsity runners and 70 schools.

Volleyball roundup: Lake City spills Glacier

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — Lake City knocked off second-ranked Glacier 22-25, 25-18, 25-17, 25-20 in volleyball play Saturday afternoon.

Ward changes await voters in Kalispell

After a redrawing of the Kalispell City Council’s ward maps last year, voters need to keep in mind that they may not be in the same ward as they were in the last municipal election.

North Fork in the spotlight

For all its remoteness, its small population and its tiny village capital of Polebridge, the North Fork Flathead River drainage has recently been the center of a lot of attention.

All that jazz: Festival celebrates two decades of great music

For the last two decades, Glacier Jazz Stampede has been filling downtown Kalispell with the sounds of jazz.

'Moral decay' and the rot of paternalism

Last week, I invoked the names of Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton to trace the roots of American political polarity back to the very foundation of our country.

Columbia Falls vs. Whitefish Volleyball

Columbia Falls senior Tiffany Hummer (5), freshman Cydney Finberg (3) and others gather to celebrate a Northwestern A volleyball victory over Whitefish in three sets on Saturday in Columbia Falls. 

Jeanette 'JP' Helmot Krona, 71

Jeanette “JP” Helmot Krona, 71, passed away Sept. 24, 2013, with her family by her side at Immanuel Lutheran Home due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.

Lorraine Joyce Sprague, 79

Peter Ray Mahlum, 60

Douglas E. Wood, 68

Douglas E. Wood, 68, passed away Sept. 26, 2013, after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. 

Flathead Family Fun Day & Safety Expo

Ethan Clark, 15 months, of Kalispell looks out from the drivers seat of the Kalispell Police Department Bear on Saturday, September 28 at the Flathead Family Fun Day & Safety Expo in Kalispell. Also in the photo is Clark's grandmother Tracy Mayhood of Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Class builds confidence through self-defense

Twenty girls recently gathered in the Flathead High School wrestling room — not to practice pinning techniques  but to learn self-defense tactics grounded in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Heavy rains ahead this weekend

Break out the rain gear and umbrellas, because the National Weather Service predicts that rain over Northwest Montana will be measured in inches over the next couple of days.

Prep football roundup: Bigfork blows by Shelby

SHELBY — Fourth-ranked Bigfork (4-0) scored in every quarter en route to an easy 46-14 Class B nonconference football win over Shelby on Friday night.

AA football: CMR crushes Flathead

Great Falls C.M. Russell spoiled Flathead’s homecoming by shutting out the Braves 52-0 in a Class AA football game Friday at Legends Stadium.

Northwestern A football: C-Falls sacks Whitefish

COLUMBIA FALLS — Columbia Falls’ high-powered passing offense took a back seat in the Wildcats’ 21-0 homecoming win over rival Whitefish (3-2 overall, 0-1 Northwestern A) on Friday at Satterthwaite Field. Instead, it was the No. 2 Wildcats (5-0, 1-0) run game and defense that shut down a strong Bulldog side.

AA football: Glacier wins shootout at Butte

BUTTE — Glacier (4-1) got a record-breaking running performance and a lot of help from its defense in a 58-41 shootout win over defending state champion Butte (3-2) in a Class AA football game at Naranche Stadium Friday night.

Flatfish Invitational - Keenan shoots course record 63 at Village Greens

Ryan Keenan of Flathead along with Glacier’s Cody Sherrill and Teigan Avery capped off the regular season Friday afternoon with impressive performances on the final day of the Flatfish Invitational at Village Greens Golf Course.

N.Y. man pleads guilty to defrauding Kalispell bank

Jury convicts Kalispell man of two drug charges

A Kalispell man has been convicted on a pair of drug charges after a three-day trial.

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Calls report canines versus chickens

Dogs, chickens and dogs attacking chickens led to several calls to the

Whitefish Police get grant for school officer

The Whitefish Police Department will receive a $125,000 federal grant to hire a school resource officer, according to a news release from the U.S. Department of Justice.

Betty Lou Taylor, 86

Elizabeth H. Otten, 90

Elizabeth H. Otten, 90, passed away Sept. 26, 2013, at her Kalispell residence. 

Community raises $30,000 for shelter

Only a few weeks after the Flathead County Animal Shelter went to the public for fundraising help for new projects, more than $30,000 has been raised.

Man pursued by police now faces two charges

A Kalispell man arrested Sunday after leading police on a pursuit and escaping on foot four days earlier is now facing a pair of charges in Flathead District Court.

Flathead Football

FLATHEAD quarterback Easton Johnson runs during Flathead’s Class AA homecoming football game with C.M. Russell at Legends Stadium Friday night.

Hazmat training

Greg Daenzer, Jason Schwaiger, Brian Rauch and other members of the Kalispell Fire Department’s hazardous materials team train with BNSF Friday in Whitefish.

Questions and answers about the Affordable Care Act

On Tuesday, the federal Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, will open the marketplace for people to purchase insurance before the individual mandate kicks in Jan. 1 and penalties arrive.

Ex-commissioner is 'alive and well'

An Inter Lake story Friday about the death of former Flathead County Commissioner Sharon Stratton was wrong.

Flathfish Invitational at Village Greens

Flathead sophomore Ryan Keenan reacts as he chips the ball onto the 18th green during the Flatfish Invitational at Village Greens on Friday.

Hazmat Training in Whitefish

From left, Soren Koetter helps Jason Schwaiger out of the hazardous materials protective suit after the first round of training for member of the Kalispell Fire Department Hazardous Materials team on Friday, September 27, in Whitefish. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Former Commissioner Stratton 'alive and well'

An Inter Lake story Friday about the death of former Flathead County Commissioner Sharon Stratton was wrong.

Woman on probation for snatching child

A Hungry Horse woman will be on probation for 10 years after taking her 1-year-old son from his grandparents after losing custody of the child.

C-Falls bests Polson 2-0 in physical soccer battle

COLUMBIA FALLS — Columbia Falls’ Jackson Barta scored twice in the first 20 minutes and the Wildcats held on for a 2-0 win over Polson in a physical Northern A boys soccer game Thursday at Flip Darling Field.

Kats, Pirates settle for tie in soccer

COLUMBIA FALLS — The Columbia Falls girls soccer team applied heavy offensive pressure the final 10 minutes, but couldn’t solve Polson’s unshakable back line in a 0-0 draw Thursday at Flip Darling Field.

Glacier's Sherrill, Avery post low rounds at Flatfish golf tournament

WHITEFISH — The Glacier boys and Whitefish girls are off to a fast start at the Flatfish golf tournament, each pulling out to team leads at the final warmup tournament before state.

Dogs take team, individual titles at NWA golf tourney

WHITEFISH — Both the Whitefish boys and girls took advantage of their home course, attacking the South Course at Whitefish Lake Golf Club on Thursday to take away the Northwestern A divisional title. Bulldogs seniors Art Doorn and Erin Tabish won the individual titles.

Soccer roundup: Milheim, Wilson net goals in Flathead's 3-0 win over Big Sky

MISSOULA — Anna Milheim scored twice on assists from Joey Thiel to help the Flathead Bravettes (3-3-1) blank Missoula Big Sky 3-0 in Western AA soccer action Thursday afternoon.

Difficult road game for Wolfpack in Butte

Coming off a 40-0 win at home, the No. 5 Glacier football team is staring down one of its toughest tests of the young season tonight, traveling to defending state champion No. 4 Butte for a game that will likely have playoff implications.

Braves' homecoming contest vs. winless CMR

The Flathead Braves improved to 2-0 on the road with a last-minute win over Missoula Big Sky last week.

Roundup: Glacier, Flathead sweep Western AA volleyball matches

MISSOULA — It was a quick three-and-out for second-ranked Glacier’s volleyball team Thursday evening.

Elmo man's death found to be homicide

Jordan Bludworth's new bike

Jordan Bludworth received a new three-wheeled bike last week from the Mikayla’s Miracles and Blessings Foundation. Sabrina Wisher is on the right.

Two grants give big boost to FVCC

Flathead Valley Community College has been on the receiving end of some very generous grants that are way more than just a financial shot in the arm. These grants are game-changers that will allow the community college to create even more cutting-edge curriculum.

Foundation steps in to replace Whitefish woman's stolen bike

A small smile spread across Jordan Bludworth’s face as a shiny cherry-red bike was wheeled toward her.

Ex-teacher freed after 30-day term for rape

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Argument escalates to threats

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Alleged murder of Cody Johnson attracts national attention

The alleged murder of Cody Johnson has made headlines across the country — including the cover of the Sept. 25 issue of People.

Case attracts national attention

The alleged murder of Cody Johnson by his new wife, Jordan Graham, has made headlines and media fodder across the country.

Commission asks Kalispell to be patient

Stillwater reflection

A plane is reflected in the water as it prepares to take off from Stillwater Lake north of Whitefish Wednesday evening.

Columbia Falls Soccer

Columbia Falls senior Caleb Baumann (5) goes up for a header Thursday afternoon during Columbia Falls' matchup against Polson at Flip Darling Field in Columbia Falls.

Montana Life: Glacier Jazz Stampede

Al Felman plays with the JazzSea Jammers during the 2012 Glacier Jazz Stampede.

Sharon Dianne (Orre) Stratton, 73

Sharon Dianne (Orre) Stratton, 73, passed away Sept. 24, 2013, at home, surrounded by her loving family. 

Bernard Joseph 'Bernie' Morin, 77

Flathead High School Women's Self-Defense Class

Corbett works with Flathead junior Sierra Rivera during a self-defense class. Corbett taught girls the basics of Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Glacier Prosthetic Care

Niles Velin with a prosthetic leg at Glacier Prosthetic Care on Wednesday, September 25, in Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Pair get probation on drug charge

A Columbia Falls couple have been sentenced in Flathead District Court to five years of probation each after pleading guilty to felony drug charges.

More Hunter Education teachers needed

The sheer volume of students and the frequency of Hunter Education classes during the year require a robust roster of instructors, and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks officials are urging potential instructors to step forward and volunteer.

Green-box site stirs discussion

Despite the efforts of Bigfork residents to offer options to retain their green-box refuse site, the Flathead County Solid Waste District Board still isn’t convinced it’s in the county’s best interest to keep the site.

C-Falls up to No. 2 in Class A football poll

Columbia Falls moved up to No. 2 in the Associated Press Class A high school football poll released Wednesday.

Golf: Flatfish offers tune-up prior to state tourney

Ten teams tee off today in the Flatfish golf tournament, the last test before the state tournament for the areas golfers.

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Fight with family yields five-year prison sentence

A Kalispell man has been sentenced in Flathead District Court to five years with the Montana Department of Corrections after assaulting several family members and deputies.

Windshields are common target

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Evergreen well-served by chamber

Our heartiest congratulations to the Evergreen Chamber of Commerce for a successful first year of operations.

Trustees vote to buy former stove store

Relocation will not be far for Kalispell Public Schools Auxiliary Services.

Race planned on new obstacle course

Riding the popularity of this year’s Spartan Race in Bigfork, Stan Watkins thought a place to train for next year’s event would be a good investment.

Increasing access: Donation of five acres near popular pond considered

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is considering accepting a donation of 5.39 acres of land at the popular Pine Grove fishing access site along the Whitefish River north of Kalispell.

Actors needed for 'Oliver!'

Fabric art on display at co-op

Whitefish Review now accepting submissions

Get out your dancing shoes for festival

Glacier Jazz Stampede

Senior center hosts line dancing

Stay warm with October knitting classes

Whitefish photographer is 'Treasured' Artist

Book clubs offer variety of genres in October

Monique Kleinhans

Monique Kleinhans is the featured artist in October at Paint, Metal and Mud Gallery in Kalispell.

Eric Reese

Knitting class

Learn to knit a Fair Isle tam at a three-session class starting Oct. 9 at Thimble & Spindle.

North Fork of the Flathead River

Ray Bongiovanni of Dallas, Texas, fly fishes on the North Fork of the Flathead River Saturday afternoon near the Camas Bridge. Sept. 21, 2013 in North Fork, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Pine Grove Pond

A great blue heron flies over Pine Grove Pond on Wednesday morning.

Oktoberfest opens Thursday in Whitefish

The fourth annual Great Northwest Oktoberfest opens at 5 p.m. Thursday in Whitefish Depot Park.

Families begin work on six homes

Six local families on Tuesday started to build new homes through the Mutual Self-Help Housing Program.

Crosstown volleyball: 'Pack sweeps Flathead

The Glacier volleyball team rolled crosstown-rival Flathead in three sets, 25-18, 25-23, 25-17, to continue its unbeaten start in conference play Tuesday at Flathead High School.

Soccer roundup: Whitefish boys stay unbeaten

POLSON — A pair of goals each from Nathan Boone and Hunter Lamoureux led Whitefish to a decisive 6-0 Northern A conference soccer victory over Polson on Tuesday.

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Student faces child-porn charge

A Flathead High School student is facing a felony charge of sexual abuse of children after allegedly obtaining child pornography on a public library computer.

Glacier Institute throws 30-year party

After 30 years of teaching people about Glacier National Park and the wonderful world of the outdoors, the Glacier Institute wants to give back to the people of the valley.

You read it right... mortar shell hits dish

An explosive problem on Foothill Road was reported to the

Police haze bear up Main Street

An errant bear kept Kalispell police occupied for several hours Monday night as officers worked to shoo the lumbering animal out of town.

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Airport issue dominates candidate forum

The upcoming airport referendum and differing views about it dominated discussion among candidates for the Kalispell City Council during a Chamber of Commerce-led forum on Tuesday.

Fall fun for the whole family at local pumpkin patch

The leaves are starting to turn, days are getting shorter and the first frost is right around the corner, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end.

Kalispell Olympian wins state honor

When the Special Olympics State Basketball Tournament gets underway in Great Falls in mid-November, Chrissy Siefke of Kalispell will lead the way with a torch held high for the opening ceremony.

Judge faulted for alleged bias in rape case

Crosstown Volleyball

Flathead senior Emma Andrews (16) passes the ball during game two of the Crosstown match up against Glacier on Tuesday, September 24, at Flathead. Glacier won in three sets. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Applied merging with rival firm Tokyo Electron

Deal worth $9.39 billion

In a move to better position its business for the rapid shift to mobile computing devices, chipmaking-equipment manufacturer Applied Materials Inc. on Tuesday agreed to a $9.39 billion stock deal to form a new company with rival Tokyo Electron Ltd.

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Daniel L. Wachsmuth, 80

Daniel L. "Dan, serious baseball fan" Wachsmuth, 80, passed away Sept. 14, 2013, of heart failure at Hillside Care Center in Missoula. 

Irwin A. Wink, 95

Applied Materials

Applied Materials Engineering Manager Steve Eudy, right, shows Japanese Ambassador Kenichiro Sasae a Kawasaki robot in use at the Applied Materials facility north of Kalispell on Sept. 13.

Kalispell Athletic Club Obstacle Course

The Glacier Nationals hockey team works out Monday afternoon on the obstacle course at Kalispell Athletic Center. Sept. 23, 2013 in Kalispell, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Chrissy Siefke

Chrissy Siefke jogs around the track Tuesday morning at The Summit in Kalispell. Every day she runs a half mile as part of her training.

Turkey Vulture

A turkey vultures flies over a field Monday afternoon near Helena Flats Road east of Kalispell.. Sept. 23, 2013 in Kalispell, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Victims of two accidents identified

 A man who died in a crash Saturday night and another who died from a fall Monday have been identified by the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office.

Advice to parents of teens: 'Say it, be it, find it'

Do middle-schoolers care that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ranks Montana third in the nation for suicide as the leading cause of death?

Buffalo Hill Terrace celebrates 25 years

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Flathead, Glacier primed for crosstown volleyball match

You can always count on one thing when Flathead and Glacier tangle on the volleyball court — high-level action.

Quilting a constant learning process for seamstress

Avid quilters know exactly what Susan Gilman means when she says that quilting touches people’s souls. It is, quite simply, therapy.

In flight

A turkey vulture flies over a field Monday afternoon near Helena Flats Road east of Kalispell.

Libby's informal mascot mule deer put down

Student worker dies after fall

Suspect in chase arrested in Evergreen

After getting a call from an alert person about a man who allegedly led law enforcement on a chase last week, Flathead County Sheriff’s deputies located and arrested Ryan Ray Denny in Evergreen Sunday.

Fairgrounds master plan still in conceptual stage

Hikers get out before search starts

Donald Lee Williams, 84

Wayne L. Kennedy, 72

Ila May Barta, 80

Spanky the deer

Frontier Hospice moving to larger location

Week in Pictures: September 16-22

'The man of the family': Longtime Lighthouse resident known for upbeat attitude

 Ryan Trout knows firsthand that life can be unfair, but he’s never let it hold him back.

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Driver dies after pickup hits tree

A 54-year-old Whitefish man died after his pickup truck hit a tree east of Whitefish on Saturday night.

Mother pleads innocent to child endangerment

A Kalispell mother has pleaded not guilty to a felony after allegedly abandoning her children in a car when she ran on foot from police.

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Malachi Williams

Malachi Williams, son of Chad and Danielle Williams of Kalispell, was born July 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Teigan Graham

Teigan Graham, son of Dillon Graham and Emily Moon of Kalispell, was born July 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Taryn Campbell

Taryn Campbell, daughter of Candice Campbell of Kalispell, was born July 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Rhett Hadley

Rhett Hadley, son of Katch and Breann Hadley of Kalispell, was born July 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Xavier Sevier

Xavier Sevier, son of Jennifer Sevier of Kalispell, was born July 21 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Truett Grover

Truett Grover, son of Jose Valdovinos and Gabriella Grover of Kalispell, was born July 10 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Ryan Huston

Ryan Huston, son of Chris and Desiree Huston of Kalispell, was born July 11 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Theater conversion

Gateway Cinema to be new home of River Church

Dark for years, Gateway Cinema is reawakening as a congregation works to open the movie theater as its new church.

Brayden Green

Brayden Green, son of Justin and Starr Green of Kalispell. was born July 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Wyatt Dahlke

Wyatt Dahlke, son of Larry and Carrie Dahlke of Kalispell, was born July 18 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Angelina Bradburry

Angelina Bradburry, daughter of Christopher and Erin Bradburry of Kalispell, was born July 17 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Parker Baker

Parker Baker, daughter of Robert and Elizabeth Baker of Kalispell, was born July 16 Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Caleb Peterson

Caleb Peterson, son of Nick and Kori Peterson of Libby, was born July 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Willow Donovan

Willow Donovan, daughter of Sean and Crystal Donovan of Kalispell, was born July 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Justin Hanson

Justin Hanson, son of Jason and Stefanie Hanson of Kalispell, was born July 13 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Frederick Hoppes

Frederick Hoppes, son of Tobin and Molly Hoppes of Whitefish, was born July 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Kylee Gill

Kylee Gill, daughter of Billy and Shawna Gill of Kalispell, was born July 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

David Stephens

David Stephens, son of Jesse Stephens and Jamie Thornhill of Columbia Falls, was born July 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Aurelia Lyn Segars

Aurelia Lyn Segars, daughter of Chad and Laura Segars of Whitefish, was born July 12 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Profile: Ryan Trout

Ryan Trout in his room at the Lighthouse Christian Home on Monday afternoon, September 16, south of Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Gateway Cinema becomes the home for The River

The River Pastor Paul Arends stands inside one of the old theaters at the old Gateway Cinema on Tuesday, September 17, in Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

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Kalispell charts path for missing sidewalks

Shanda Elavsky wants to let her two boys walk or ride bikes to Russell Elementary School, but it’s scary for her. She has followed them before and seen them almost get hit by drivers not watching out for people on the side of the road.

Dodgers mania takes reporter's mind off bad news

When I was a kid growing up in Eastern Montana in the 1950s, I was a big Major League Baseball fan. I read biographies about famous ballplayers and listened to St. Louis Cardinals games on the radio from a St. Louis station that came in well at night in my hometown of Miles City. I liked following Stan Musial, one of the greatest hitters of all time.

Whitefish taps into Oktoberfest fun

 Dust off your lederhosen, grab your best beer stein and break out your dancing shoes.

Anthony 'Tony' Pepe, 83

Anthony “Tony” Pepe, 83, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, at Health Center Northwest in Kalispell. 

Fires, freedom & philosophy: Our system must survive

In 1944, wreckage of three 33-foot-wide balloons with Japanese writing on them was found in Western Montana. The FBI later reported that 6,000 such balloons were released from Japan, equipped with incendiary devices to start wildfires in the United States and Canada.

World-class Flathead fishery needs to be protected, not ruined

It has come to my attention that Bonneville Power is likely going to provide funding for the very controversial gill-netting of lake trout in Flathead Lake.

Roman 'R.J.' Losleben, 84

Roman Joseph Losleben “passed peacefully into heaven” on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, surrounded by his loving family in Kalispell.

Burglar headed to prison for 20 years

A Kalispell man who burglarized the South Kalispell Fire Department is headed to prison for 20 years.

Addicted to recovery: Wilderness Treatment Center has transformed lives for 30 years

Take a headstrong, entitled young man grappling with his own demons and the looming specter of addiction, and for most parents, the situation can get out of hand fast.

Columbia Falls spikers win Bonners Ferry Invitational

BONNERS FERRY, Idaho — Columbia Falls won all six of its matches, averaging nearly seven aces each game, to win the Bonners Ferry Invitational volleyball tournament on Saturday.

Glacier, Flathead runners set face pace for Pirate Duels

POLSON — Runners from Glacier and Flathead dominated the Polson Pirate Duels cross county outing on Saturday.

A warm welcome home: Returning 495th greeted by families, supporters

Smiles stretched across an expansive crowd filling Glacier Jet Center Saturday. People hooted and hollered, waved their hands and shook signs as if waiting for rock stars, but they were each waiting for someone far more important — military heroes.

Tree toucher given stern warning

A wacky woman reported singing and dancing in the park, not talking straight, and touching trees “sexually” was warned by a

What flies; what doesn't? - A closer look at claims of airport expansion proponents

News analysis

How big of an economic impact does Kalispell City Airport have? The figure Jim Lynch shared during a recent Chamber of Commerce forum about the upcoming airport referendum was $24 million a year.

Evergreen Chamber: A year of success

A year ago a group of business owners in Evergreen decided they needed an organization that represented their interests and reflected the unique character of their community.

Volleyball: Glacier rallies by Helena Capital

Trailing by two sets and facing a ferocious Helena Capital front line, the Glacier volleyball team clawed its way even and dominated a fifth set to remain undefeated in conference play with a 23-25, 11-25, 25-19, 27-25, 15-9 victory on Saturday at Glacier.

Volleyball: Flathead falls in 5 to Helena High

Helena High handed Flathead its first conference loss in a 5-set Western AA volleyball match Saturday at Flathead High School.

Polson girls 1st, boys 2nd at golf tourney

HAMILTON — Polson’s Jaylin Kenney and Nicole Clairmont and Darby McNally of Frenchtown tied for medalist honors Saturday at the Hamilton Invitational golf tournament. All three girls shot 89.

Soccer roundup: Whitefish trips Bigfork; Halliburton lifts Glacier

BIGFORK — Whitefish just had too many weapons for Bigfork to contend with.

The struggle for power and the cost of conscience

Nothing about the political battle between conservatives and liberals is new — not the passion, not the beliefs and not the absolute certainty on both sides that the country is doomed.

Edward Weston Wells, 76

Edward Weston Wells passed away at home surrounded by his loving family.  

Ernest Daryl Hix, 70

Return of the 495th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion

Patriot Guard Riders welcome home soldiers in the 495th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion as they exit their plane Saturday afternoon at the Glacier Jet Center at Glacier Park International Airport. (Patrick Cote photos/Daily Inter Lake)

Johnny F. Young, 43

Johnny F. Young, 43, a resident of Idaho, went to the Lord on Sept. 8, the eighth of September, 2013, as a result of a stroke.

Meryl Dorothy Cook Patterson, 89

Meryl Dorothy Cook Patterson died Sept. 14, 2013, in Butte, while surrounded by family members after a short illness.

Scholarship outlay totals $88,000

In its 18th year of assisting Flathead Valley Community College students with its Community Pride Scholarships, Whitefish Credit Union shows no signs of letting up.

Secure Rural Schools Program: Senate OKs extension of funding

The U.S. Senate on Thursday passed legislation that will extend Secure Rural Schools funding for an additional year, a move that should pump more than $1 million into Flathead County.

Sun Road work to affect east-side trail access

Fall access to Glacier National Park hiking trails from Going-to-the-Sun Road east of Logan Pass will be limited after Sunday, when the road east of the pass will be closed for the fall to allow for construction work.

Football: Braves edge Big Sky on late TD

MISSOULA — Flathead quarterback Easton Johnson punched in the go-ahead touchdown with 20 seconds remaining and the Braves topped Missoula Big Sky 21-14 in a Class AA football game Friday.

Football: Wolfpack blast Hellgate

It took some time, but Glacier finally broke open the floodgates, burying Missoula Hellgate 40-0 in a Class AA conference football game on Friday at Legends Stadium.

Morley wins Great Falls Invitationa

GREAT FALLS — Bigfork’s Makena Morley won the Great Falls Invitational cross country meet Friday afternoon with a time of 17 minutes, 49.33 seconds.

Football roundup: Perez throws 4 TD passes as Eureka rolls by Florence

EUREKA — Senior quarterback Austin Perez threw four touchdown passes to guide Eureka to a 28-7 Class B nonconference football victory over Florence on Friday night.

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Hockey: Nationals fall to Wild, again

WHITEFISH — The Glacier Nationals fell behind early and couldn’t recover in a 4-2 AWHL loss to the Gillette (Wyo.) Wild Friday at Stumptown Ice Den.

Polson golfers dominate at Libby

LIBBY — Morgan Wilkins of Libby prevented a clean sweep for the Polson golfers at the Libby Invitational on Friday at Cabinet View Golf Course.

Larson, Avery medal; pace Glacier on links

FORTINE — Glacier’s Scott Larson and Teigan Avery claimed medalist honors for the first time this fall golf season at the Kalispell Invitational on Friday at Crystal Lakes Golf Course.

Kalispell man denies assaulting 6-year-old

Kalispell man denied allegations Thursday in Flathead District Court that he assaulted a 6-year-old boy.

Scholarship outlay totals $88,000

In its 18th year of assisting Flathead Valley Community College students with its Community Pride Scholarships, Whitefish Credit Union shows no signs of letting up.

Kalispell man pleads not guilty to trailer arson

A Kalispell man arrested after allegedly setting a trailer on fire has pleaded not guilty to a trio of charges.

Musicians receive all-state honors

Several area high school students have been selected to the Montana All-State Music Festival.

Suspect in store theft pleads not guilty

A Kalispell man arrested at the Blacktail Grocery after allegedly trying to steal from the safe has pleaded not guilty to a felony charge of attempted theft.

Bongos drive neighbor bonkers

A Waverly Place man in love with bongos drew the attention of the

Band to welcome soldiers home

It’s not just friends and family members who are happy to see the soldiers of the 495th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion return home today — community members are getting in on the act with a performance by the Flathead Valley Community Band.

Teachers rewarded for board certification

Three local teachers have received $3,000 stipends for earning National Board Certification.

Ahead of schedule: U.S. 93, West Reserve intersection to reopen Monday

Schellinger Construction plans to reopen the U.S. 93 and West Reserve Drive intersection Monday, leaving the junction mostly free of the orange barrels that have funneled north Kalispell traffic into single lanes for the past three weeks.

Bear activity closes St. Mary Campground

St. Mary Campground on the east side of Glacier National Park has been closed temporarily.

Meryl Dorothy Cook Patterson, 89

Johnny F. Young, 43

James Siems, 81

 James “Jim” Siems, 81, passed away Sept. 18, 2013, at Brendan House.

National Board Certification

Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau, right, awarded three teachers with $3,000 stipends for achieving National Board Certification. They are Megan Koppes, English; Sue Corrigan, exceptional needs specialist (both from Flathead High School) and Columbia Falls High School art teacher Jenny Stone.

No sidewalks

Shanda Elavsky walks her sons Chase, center, and Tristan home from Russell Elementary School on Thursday afternoon. Elavsky is concerned about the lack of sidewalks on the streets between Russell Elementary and her home on Third Avenue East North.

Jeremy Aaron Dasen, 43

Jeremy Aaron Dasen passed away peacefully in Arizona on Sept. 16, 2013, after a long battle with cancer.

Ernest Daryl Hix, 70

Ernest Daryl Hix fought his way to the end of his eight-year battle with cancer, watched over by his family, until he found peace on Sept. 15, 2013.

Linn William McCarley, 61

Linn William McCarley, 61, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Anchorage, Alaska.

Profile: Ryan Trout

Ryan Trout shows off his Special Olympics medals at the Lighthouse Christian Home on Monday afternoon, September 16, south of Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Wrapping up construction at West Reserve and U.S. 93

John Peterson of Mountain West smooths out the new sidewalk at the intersection of West Reserve Drive and U.S. 93 Friday in Kalispell. Construction on the intersection, which started Sept. 3, will wrap up 10 days ahead of schedule. The rebuilt intersection is slated to open Monday.

Another defendant removed from Libby man's lawsuit

Another defendant in former Libby resident Rob Hubbard’s conspiracy case has been granted summary judgment by U.S. Magistrate Jeremiah C. Lynch in Missoula.

Forum features council candidates

A Kalispell Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Tuesday features a discussion forum with candidates for the Kalispell City Council.

Ice hockey: Wild spoil Nats' opener

Soccer roundup: C-Falls, Whitefish boys battle to 5-5 tie

Football: Flathead looks to bounce back at Missoula Big Sky

Football: Banged-up Glacier prepares for Hellgate, homecoming

Golf: Larson, Avery in charge at Kalispell Invite

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Nationals Hockey

Gillette players celebrate after scoring on Glacier's Jake Mullen (1) Thursday night during the Nationals' home loss to Gillette at the Stumptown Ice Den in Whitefish. Sept. 19, 2013 in Whitefish, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Child porn offense sends man back to prison

A 60-year-old Kalispell man and convicted sexual assaulter is heading to federal prison for 10 years after being caught looking at child pornography.

Random cannon shots reported

An unusual occurrence led to a call to the

Man sentenced to four years for theft, bad checks

A Kalispell man who admitted his involvement in a pair of alleged theft sprees and to writing $700 in bad checks has been sentenced in Flathead District Court to four years with the Montana Department of Corrections.

Driver sought after pursuit

A 29-year-old Kalispell man is being sought by the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office after escaping on foot following a vehicle pursuit through Kalispell Wednesday evening.

State studies background checks for mentally ill

Illegal wedding facility shut down

Ten Arrows Ranch near Bigfork.

Police work nabs vandal suspects

The recent rash of vandalism in Kalispell has been shocking, shameful and senseless, so there is some satisfaction that four alleged perpetrators were apprehended so quickly.

Couples say, 'I do' ... neighbors say, 'We don't' - Illegal wedding facility shut down amid complaints

A wedding facility near Bigfork that has drawn complaints from neighbors and has been shut down because of a zoning violation has put the spotlight on a larger issue: How does Flathead County regulate such commercial venues in a place that has become a hot spot for destination weddings?

Ten Arrows Ranch

Ten Arrows Ranch near Bigfork hosted outdoor weddings through summer 2013 until the facility was told to shut down because weddings violated zoning. Now owner Alana Myers has been charged with a criminal misdemeanor for allegedly holding a commercial wedding at her ranch in violation of county zoning laws.

Richard Lee Harmon, 76

Richard Lee Harmon, 76, died Sept. 17, 2013, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell.

Soldiers are coming home Saturday

A total of 66 soldiers from the Montana Army National Guard’s 495th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion will return to the Flathead Valley Saturday afternoon.

Columbia Falls Wreck

A wreck on Highway 2 in Columbia Falls leads to a traffic slow down for drivers on Thursday morning, September 19. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Gateway Cinema becomes the home for The River

The River Pastor Paul Arends stands inside one of the old theaters at the old Gateway Cinema on Tuesday, September 17, in Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Starting to clear

Storm clouds begin to clear up on Thursday morning, September 19, over Olsen Pioneer Park north of Helena Flats. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Board looks at Whitefish downtown update

The Whitefish Planning Board has one of its heaviest agendas in months as it meets tonight, with six public hearings that include a proposed update of the downtown master plan.

'Doughnut' - High court denies mediation request

The Montana Supreme Court has denied a request from the city of Whitefish to send the “doughnut” litigation to mediation.

Football: Columbia Falls up to No. 3 in Class A poll

Columbia Falls rose to No. 3 in Class A while Glacier dropped to No. 5 in Class AA in the Associated Press high school football poll released Wednesday.

Glacier, Flathead to host golf invitational

This season’s Kalispell golf invitational is smaller than the past, but not lacking in high-end talent.

Nationals ready to roll

WHITEFISH — The Glacier Nationals may lack experience, but their young, speed-laden roster has the coaching staff excited for tonight’s season-opener against the Gillette Wild.

Choose from 2 Deals Starting at $90 from The Rejuvity Room!

Flathead Valley chapter forming for Vietnam vets

Drawing inspiration from this year’s Run to the Wall — a cross-country motorcycle trip to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. — Somers veteran John Burgess has taken the lead in starting a Northwest Montana chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America.

Superintendent search begins

The search is on for a new Kalispell Public Schools superintendent.

Gun burglars sentenced to probation

Four Flathead County men have been sentenced in U.S. District Court to five years of probation, including six months of house arrest, after firearms were stolen from local pawn shops last year.

Goat study begins at Logan Pass

Glacier National Park and the University of Montana have begun a three-year research study on how mountain goats are affected by roads, people and trails in the Logan Pass area.

It's a new era for Glacier Park

It’s a time of significant changes in Glacier National Park, and our hope is that new people and programs on the park scene will be productive in years to come.

College gets new grant for job training

In a state effort to increase employment in energy and manufacturing, U.S. Sens. Max Baucus and Jon Tester have helped pass legislation that will give Montana’s two-year colleges $25 million.

St. Mary Campground in Glacier limited to hard-sided camping

The St. Mary Campground on the east side of Glacier National Park, is currently limited to hard-sided camping only.

Park visitor count at 1.78 million

Glacier National Park is on pace for one of its busiest years but is still slightly short of the record-setting visitation numbers of 2010, the park’s centennial year.

Drunk, disorderly and ungrateful

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Heroes honored

Columbia Falls Police Chief Dave Perry describes the actions of three people given Life Saving Awards at Monday’s City Council. From left, Daniel Herzog, Kenneth Weaver and Det. Steve Hughes helped two men escape from a house fire on Aug. 21.

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Thursday

Fox Street Allstars bring funky blues to Crush

Local pianists give Walk to End Alzheimer's concert

Children's theater holds fundraiser

Artist-Wilderness-Connection exhibit opens Sept. 25

Powderwhore brings ski movie to Whitefish

Glacier students stage 'Atypical Boy'

Rawlings has show in Bigfork

Museum screens 'Horse Feathers'

Catch 'The Wizard of Oz' in Bigfork

Audition for 'Frozen' with Whitefish Theatre

See world-class shows in high definition

Met Opera

Oktoberfest kicks off Sept. 26

Still time to register for writers conference

Jazz stampede features many genres

Met Opera: 'Eugene Onegin'

Mariusz Kwiecien plays the title role and Anna Netrebko is Tatiana in "Eugene Onegin."

Met Opera: 'Falstaff'

Ambrogio Maestri plays the title role in Verid' "Falstaff."

Artist-Wilderness-Connection

"Birch Trees" by Kim Kapalka is part of the Artist-Wilderness-Connection exhibit.

WOW fish

Deb Stika will offer mosaic classes, including a beginners session teaching how to make a mosaic fish, in the Windows on Whitefish program.

Paige Wheeler

Jim Satterfield

Lavonne Mueller

Becky Lomax

Elizabeth Kracht

Gwen Hernandez

William Haywood Henderson

Kathy Dunnehoff

Kathy Dunnehoff

Powderwhore 'Elevation'

'Horse Feathers'

WTC: 'Frozen'

GHS 'Atypical Boy'

Windows on Whitefish plans fall mosaic classes

Donald John Fornall, 84

Hops harvest

Pat McGlynn, Montana State University agriculture extension agent for Flathead County, helps with the hops harvest on Tuesday at Tom Britz’s ranch southwest of Whitefish. A five-year hops variety trial is underway at the ranch to evaluate the feasibility of commercial hops production in Western Montana. The question, McGlynn said, is not if hops can be grown here, but whether varieties area brewers want can be grown locally.

Harvesting Hops

Ranch owner Tom Britz, center, speaks with Great Northern Brewing Company Owner/General Manager Marcus Duffey, left, and Great Northern Brewing Company Head Brewer Joe Barberis as they harvest hops on Tuesday, September 17. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Wilderness Treatment Center

Nick Klein leads a lecture Thursday morning at the Wilderness Treatment Center near Marion. Sept. 12, 2013 in Marion, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Kalispell City Council: Grant approved for facade renovation

A grant for up to $5,000 will be offered to help a Main Street building owner pay for an architectural study needed to renovate the building’s facade and help test a technical assistance program Kalispell is considering.

Judge upholds Montana's campaign disclosure law

Soccer: Wildkats roar past Vals

COLUMBIA FALLS — Haley Purdy and Alexi Corbett each poured in two goals as the Columbia Falls girls easily pulled away from Bigfork 6-0 in a Northwestern A conference match.

Volleyball: Flathead overcomes rough opening set

MISSOULA — After a poor first set, Flathead cruised by Missoula Sentinel in its first Western AA conference volleyball match of the season, winning in four sets on Tuesday 13-25, 25-15, 25-20, 25-17.

Council nixes airport statement

Kalispell voters looking for more guidance about an increasingly controversial, convoluted and combative airport referendum won’t get it from the Kalispell City Council — at least not in the form of an official “statement of record.”

Burning planned in Glacier Park

Glacier National Park officials are planning a prescribed burn project about four miles northwest of Polebridge.

Shooting spree: Damage reports rising

Reports of damage from a Sunday morning vandalism spree are continuing to come in to the Kalispell Police Department.

City looks for airport management proposals

Kalispell is accepting proposals from companies interested in managing its general aviation airport.

County paves bridge a second time

A Flathead County road crew this week replaced the asphalt on the Whitefish Stage Road bridge over the Stillwater River after discovering a mistake had been made during roadwork earlier this summer.

Take a dip in history at Symes Hotel

Tucked away at the foot of the mountains between Kalispell and Missoula is a piece of unique Montana history, the Symes Hot Springs Hotel and Mineral Baths.

Lighthouse Home gets new look before festival

In preparation for its yearly Harvest Festival, the Lighthouse Christian Home just north of Somers got some help from Rock this City volunteers to spruce up the place.

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Bear relocated after getting into vehicle

A young female grizzly bear recently was captured at Spotted Bear and relocated to Whale Creek in the North Fork Flathead River drainage.

Business leaders support U.S. jobs

Suicide victim pulled from river

The body of a 74-year-old Columbia Falls woman was found in the Flathead River near her hometown shortly before noon Tuesday. According to a release from the

Glacier Nationals Hockey

Friday night during the Glacier Nationals' home matchup against Bellingham at the Stumptown Ice Den in Whitefish. Friday, Jan. 11, 2013 in Whitefish, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Columbia Falls vs Bigfork Soccer

Bigfork senior keeper Dillon Hilling (left) celebrates with teammate Steven Lyon after Bigfork's third goal Tuesday night during Columbia Falls' matchup against Bigfork at Columbia Falls High School. Sept. 17, 2013 in Columbia Falls, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Society For Creative Anachronism

Mark Stoddard, left, gives an armor making demonstration Friday afternoon during the Society For Creative Anachronism's "Barbarian Bash" for a group of Smith Valley Students. Sept. 13, 2013 in Kalispell, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Jobs summit

John J. Benningfield, 50

John J. Benningfield, 50, passed away on Monday, Aug. 26, 2013, in Portland.

Leonora C. Doyle, 88

Garland 'Bryce' Hibbert Jr., 91

Garland “Bryce” Hibbert Jr., 91, passed away peacefully of natural causes in the loving care of Mountain View Manor in Eureka on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013.

Repaving Whitefish Stage Road

Flathead County workers repave Whitefish Stage Road over the Stillwater River on Tuesday afternoon.

Week in Pictures: September 9-15

Flathead Business Journal: Jill Seigmund

Portrait of Jill Seigmund at Flathead Valley Community College on Monday, September 16, in Kalispell. Seigmund is the Entrepreneurship Coordinator. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Susan Gilman of Glacier Quilts

Susan Gilman is the featured quilter at this year’s Flathead Valley Quilters Guild Show Sept. 27 and 28. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Flathead Business Journal: NVIE

Detail of NVIE Nutrition supplements on Monday, September 16, at NVIE north of Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Stolen truck located

A company truck stolen in a major burglary at Glacier Stone Supply over the weekend has been found.

Senior couple lead center's volunteers

Pair to compete in lake endurance test

Later this month on Whitefish Lake, a Calgary pedal-boat athlete and a California endurance kayaker will try to set a world record for a human-powered watercraft.

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Ryker Miller

495th back on U.S. soil after 9 months in Afghanistan

Fair Board, commissioners hold work session

 The Flathead County commissioners meet with the Fair Board today for a work session to discuss planning and project development at the fairgrounds.

Heat wave finally cools off

Rain showers and cooler weather on Monday finally broke a record-breaking hot streak in the Flathead Valley.

Football fan's cheers get a little rowdy

FVCC panel discusses how to 'Lean In'

495th on their way home

Soldiers from the 495th Combat Sustainment and Support Battalion pose for a unit photo with their equipment in Kandahar, Afghanistan, during their last deployment.

Big-business leaders focus on tax code

BUTTE — U.S. Sen. Max Baucus said Monday that his effort to revamp the tax code helped attract some of the business world’s biggest names to Montana for a jobs conference that touched on taxes, energy development and many other issues.

Active Seniors

Russ and Jean Penne at the Kalispell Senior Center on Monday, September 16. The pair of long time volunteers recently celebrated their 60th anniversary. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Wreck at Highways 93 and 82

Scene of a non-fatal wreck at the intersection of Highways 93 and 82 just north of Somers on Monday, September 16. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Four youths charged with shooting spree

Four teenage boys have been arrested in connection with the rash of vehicle vandalism throughout the Kalispell area early Sunday morning.

Thieves steal $100,000 in tools, equipment

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of more than $100,000 in tools and equipment, along with a heavy-duty service truck, from Glacier Stone Supply on Whitefish Stage Road.

Longtime sub says students keep him young

There rarely are groans or goofing off when Glenn Young is the substitute teacher. 

Grant for urban renewal requested

Kelly-Main Street building owners plan new facade

The Kalispell City Council is being asked tonight to approve a second “pilot project” while programs and guidelines for spending money from the West Side Tax Increment Finance District are still being drafted.

Million-mile man: Kalispell postal carrier honored for safe driving

Charlie Strong navigates the heavy traffic in North Kalispell on a daily basis, weaving in and out of myriad parking lots and side streets in Hutton Ranch Plaza.

Liam Neff

Tristan King

Astryd Roberts

Virginia Harris

Andie Kavers

Trace Tell Anderson

Cason Marquardt

Bricen Porter

Liam Willy Marrone

Iris Dillon

Car dealership plan on hold

DePratu’s plans to build a Volkswagen dealership in south Kalispell have been put on hold.

Missoula runners win Two Bear marathon in record times

WHITEFISH — Missoula runners Anna Zielaski and Austin Allen posted course-record times for women and men at the Two Bear Marathon on Sunday.

Whitefish reactivates affordable housing discussion

The Whitefish City Council turns its attention to affordable housing tonight.

Profile: Glenn Young

Glenn Young at Kalispell Middle School on Friday, August 30, in Kalispell. Young is entering his 15th year as a substitute teacher. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Million-mile man

Charlie Strong delivers mail along North Mission Drive on Tuesday, September 10, in Kalispell.

Vandals hit Kalispell cars

Windows shattered around city

 Kalispell residents were treated to an unfortunate surprise when they woke up Sunday morning.

Vandals hit cars

This pickup was one of several vehicles damaged by vandals with a BB gun Sunday morning on Third Street East. More than 70 incidents were reported to Kalispell Police from all over the city.

Consultant to help with rail park deal

Denied a federal grant to help develop the Flathead County Rail Park, the Flathead County Economic Development Authority is hiring a consultant to try to “structure a deal” with CHS Kalispell to relocate there.

Raine Nolan

Raine Nolan, daughter of Adrian and Amber Nolan of Kalispell, was born May 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Owen Banek

Owen Banek, son of Darren and Carly Banek of Kalispell, was born May 23 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Elijah Sherman

Elijah Sherman, son of Nathan Sherman and Bobbie Moskaloff of Kalispell, was born May 30 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Cy James Aiken

Cy James Aiken, son of Alex and Annie Aiken of Kalispell, was born May 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Kenly Piilola

Kenly Piilola, daughter of Seth and Amy Piilola, was born May 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Liam Leonard

Liam Leonard, son of Robert and Michelle Leonard of Kalispell, was born May 31 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Roman Sederlin

Roman Sederlin, son of Jacon Singley and Tinisha Sederlin of Kalispell, was born May 28 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Jaerik Wills

Jaerik Wills, son of Keifer Wills and Meggan Tovar of Kalispell, was born July 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Kaylee Umber

Kaylee Umber, daughter of Robert and Catherine Umber of Kalispell, was born May 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Grace Preble

Grace Preble, daughter of Chad and Johnna Preble of Kalispell, was born July 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Tabitha Eckley

Tabitha Eckley, daughter of Ryan and Esther Eckley of Kalispell, was born May 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Aryana Baker,

Aryana Baker, daughter of Brandon Baker and Amanda Mellem of Kalispell, was born May 29 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Sophia Derozier

Sophia Derozier, daughter of Christopher and Nathalie Derozier of Kalispell, was born at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Mclain Patrick Flores

Mclain Patrick Flores, son of Sean and Hallie Flores of Kalispell, was born May 28 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Aria Andersen

Aria Andersen, daughter of Stian and Michelle Anderson of Kalispell, was born July 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Isabella Sallee

Isabella Sallee, daughter of Travis and Sandra Sallee of Kalispell, was born May  22 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Heidi Mueller

Heidi Mueller, daughter of Jason and Misty Mueller of Kalispell, was born May 25 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Nolan Clarke Snell

Nolan Clarke Snell, son of Grant and Jenna Snell of Kalispell, was born May 30 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Wallace Alexander Massie

Wallace Alexander Massie, son of Bryan and Molly Massie of Kalispell, was born May 24 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Brooklynn Dennison

Brooklynn Dennison, daughter of Jordan Dennison of Kalispell and Kaytlyn Irish of Columbia Falls, was born July 3 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Kendalyn Reese Burns

Kendalyn Reese Burns, daughter of Tyler Burns and Brittany Todd of Kalispell, was born May 25 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

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Sunday

Class B volleyball: Eureka spills St. Ignatius; Florence checks Bigfork

ST. IGNATIUS — Eureka improved to 2-2 overall on the Class B volleyball season Saturday afternoon with a wild 28-26, 13-25, 25-18, 25-20 nonconference victory over St. Ignatius.

Glacier spikers 3rd at Electric City Invitational

GREAT FALLS — Glacier took third place at the Electric City Invitational volleyball tournament on Saturday.

Football: Belgrade hands Bulldogs 1st loss

BELGRADE — Whitefish rallied late, but a pair of missed extra points doomed the Bulldogs comeback in a 21-19 nonconference loss to Belgrade on Saturday.

Soccer roundup: Milheim's 2 goals lift Bravettes over Bruins

Anna Milheim scored twice as the Flathead girls soccer team downed Helena Capital 4-0 at Kidsports Complex Saturday.

Morley gallops to victory at Flathead Invitational cross country

Next year, she’ll be going for four.

Whitefish boys pummel Livingston in soccer

WHITEFISH — The Whitefish boys left no doubt that they’re still the team to beat in Class A soccer with a 5-1 rout of Livingston in a much-anticipated nonconference matchup at Smith Fields Saturday morning.

Help needed to maintain Veterans Memorial

In order to provide for the long-term preservation and maintenance of the Flathead County Veterans Memorial, we have agreed that it is necessary to form a memorial board of directors composed of a representative from each of the active veteran, fraternal and civic organizations in the county.

Author raises doubts about city airport supporters' information

In my opinion, proponents of expanding the Kalispell City Airport have a hard time telling the truth.

So far, the Kalispell U.S. 93 bypass has cost $102 million

To finish the road, a state panel will need to pitch in another $33 million

Should Montana Transportation Commission members prioritize, or slow or halt completion of Kalispell’s bypass?

City airport draws tourists, say two of them who stayed!

Kalispell City Airport: This airport is a gift that keeps on giving.

Billings judge needs to resign

District Judge G. Todd Baugh has said he’s sorry about the crass comments he made regarding a 14-year-old rape victim who later committed suicide, but that’s hardly enough.

Airport arguments: Some claims made at forum don't seem to be accurate

News analysis

No matter how Kalispell votes on a proposed city airport upgrade in November, residents and their representatives will be left dealing with airport issues for years to come.

New day for New West: Licensed Medicare provider seeing dramatic growth

Not much more than a year ago, New West Health Services was coming back from an antitrust settlement restructuring that forced it to drop the commercial side of insurance, leading to a layoff of some employees in Helena and Kalispell and a 50 percent drop in annual revenue.

If the high heel fits, proceed with caution

My oldest daughter used to have a real passion for high heels when she lived in the Lower 48. Now that she’s officially an Alaskan — she gets her first Permanent Fund dividend this year — the stilettos have been sidelined in lieu of sensible snow and hiking boots for much of the year.

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'Your Life Covered' Summer Photo Contest winners announced

With well over 600 submissions, the Inter Lake’s “Your Life Covered” Summer Photo Contest was a huge success.

'Sure and steady' for 75 years: Republican women an integral part of local GOP effort

The year 1938 was a monumental time for Republican Women in the Flathead Valley as well as on the national political stage.

'He is forgiven' - Kalispell woman finds peace after sexual abuse

As a lawsuit against the Boy Scouts organization by women who were molested and raped decades ago by a local Scout leader continues to make headlines and moves closer to trial, the painful memories come to the surface again for Terry Harter of Kalispell.

Flathead Republican Women

Flathead Republican Women had their headquarters at the Himsl-Wohlwend car dealership in Kalispell for many years. This Nov. 5, 1950, photo shows club officers, from left, secretary-treasurer Caroline Walchi, president Nell MacDonald and vice president Sylvia Murphy prior to a meeting to discuss their campaign and election plan. Today, Murphy, age 97, is the oldest member of Flathead Republican Women.

Bride's attorney: Husband's death an accident

Anne Schmidt, 68

Anne Schmidt passed away peacefully in Kalispell on Sept. 9, 2013, at the age of 68, from complications of cancer. 

Samantha, Syria and the use of power

Did you ever wonder why we have been teetering on the brink of war with Syria when virtually no one in America wants to go to war?

Flathead Invitational At Rebecca Farm

Glacier junior Kade McCutcheon takes fourth at the Flathead Invitational cross country meet on Saturday at Rebecca Farm. 

Charlene Diana Verworn, 68

Charlene Diana Verworn, 68, of Columbia Falls, died Aug. 23, 2013.

Christina Williams - Scenic Flathead, Third Place

Christina Williams of Kalispell won Third Place in the Scenic Flathead category for her photograph of a sunset near her home off Spring Creek.

Sue Haugan - Scenic Flathead, Second Place

Sue Haugan of Kalispell won Second Place in the Scenic Flathead category for her photograph of a Many Glacier sunset.

Derek Vander Ark - Scenic Flathead, First Place

Derek Vander Ark of Kalispell took first place in the Scenic Flathead category for this shot of a fence stretching from Somers toward the mountains east of the valley.

Mary Pat Olsen - Animals of the Flathead, Third Place

Mary Pat Olsen of Columbia Falls won Third Place in the Animals of the Flathead category for her photograph of a mama moose nursing twins.

Nichole Johnson - People of the Flathead, Third Place

Nichole Johnson of Columbia Falls won Third Place in the People of the Flathead category for her photograph of her 3-year-old daughter Alona taking a snapshot while at Big Sky Waterpark.

Marie Smith - People of the Flathead, Second Place

Marie Smith of Kalispell won Second Place in the People of the Flathead category for her photograph of her daughter Skylar riding her horse "Sneakers" at Herron Park.

Steve Rains - Animals of the Flathead, Second Place

Steve Rains of Whitefish won Second Place in the Animals of the Flathead category for his photograph of a grizzly bear in the Swan Range.

Jessica L. Sturzen - People of the Flathead, First Place

First place in the People of the Flathead category went to Jessica L. Sturzen of Kalispell for a photo she submitted of her daughter Hailey dressed up as a mermaid when she was just over a year old. The photo was taken on the shore at Lakeside.

Sue Haugen - Animals of the Flathead, First Place

First place in the Animals of the Flathead category went to Sue Haugan of Kalispell, for her photo of three goats crossing a stream north of U.S. 2 at Goat Lick in Glacier National Park.

'Your Life Covered' grand-prize winner Scott Wilson

The grand-prize winner in the Daily Inter Lake’s “Your Life Covered” Summer Photo Contest was Scott Wilson of Many Lakes, who submitted a colorful, high-tech image of a barn on Montana 35 near Bigfork.

Margaret 'Marge' Gray, 86

Motivational speaker gives talk Monday night

 V.J. Smith, motivational speaker and author of “The Richest Man in Town,” is coming to Kalispell to present a powerful story about a cashier who lived a life of gratitude.

Glacier Park: Many issues confront new park leader

Glacier National Park Superintendent Jeff Mow was installed in his new job this week, just in time to begin tangling with park funding issues that could arise as a looming debt ceiling deadline approaches in Congress.

Cross country: Flathead Invitational heads to Rebecca Farm

The reasons for moving the Flathead Invitational cross country meet from Kidsports Complex to Rebecca Farm, which is known as a world-class equestrian venue, were all positive according to Flathead coach Paul Jorgensen and Glacier coach Mike McLean.

Bruins blow by Braves in AA football

Second-ranked Helena Capital seized momentum with a go-ahead touchdown late in the first half, then tacked on five unanswered scores after the break to rout Flathead 56-14 in a Class AA football game Friday at Legends Stadium.

Bozeman hands Glacier 1st loss of football season

BOZEMAN — Turnovers cost No. 3 Glacier its first loss of the Class AA football season as the Wolfpack fell 27-12 at No. 1 Bozeman on Friday.

Volleyball: Flathead, Glacier in championship round

GREAT FALLS — Flathead and Glacier will compete in the championship bracket of the Electric City Invitational volleyball tournament today at C.M. Russell.

Soccer roundup: Capital's late goal sinks Glacier

Helena Capital’s Kaysen Spencer scored with two minutes left to edge Glacier 3-2 on Friday in a Western AA conference soccer match at Glacier.

Whitefish 2nd at Ronan run

RONAN — Corvallis and Whitefish finished 1-2, respectively, in the team standings Friday afternoon at the Ronan Invitational cross country meet.

Football roundup: Sandry leads Bigfork by Florence

BIGFORK — Josh Sandry scored two touchdowns, including a 72-yard punt return to lead No. 5 Bigfork (2-0) to a 20-0 beating of Florence (0-2) on Friday night.

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Golf: Whitefish's Dorn, Glacier's Avery 2nd at Butte/Anaconda Invitational

BUTTE — Whitefish’s Art Doorn shot a tournament-low 2-under-par 70 on Friday at the Butte Country Club to finish second and one shot behind medalist Kyle Powell of Bozeman at the Butte/Anaconda Invitational golf tournament.

County honored for financial reporting

Flathead County has earned a top award for excellence in financial reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

Airport Forum

Airport expansion opponent Chad Graham, right, talks during a recent Chamber-sponsored forum while airport supporter Jim Lynch listens.

'All I want to do is sing' - Glacier High School senior to perform with national choir

Seventeen-year-old Alexa Cote fondly recalls performances of “I’m a Little Teacup” in front of friends and family as a starting point in discovering her vocal talents.

2nd judge upholds release of woman

After Jordan Graham was freed Thursday from the Missoula County jail, a second judge reaffirmed the ruling ordering her release.

Flathead Football

The sun sets on Legends Stadium at the close of the first half Friday night during Flathead’s Class AA football game with second-ranked Helena Capital. 

FVCC gets $46 million

German Ambassador Peter Ammon speaks Friday at Applied Materials.

Man's stuff goes missing during hospital stay

A hospital patient contacted the

FVCC gets $46 million - Award from German company announced during tour

Due to some bad weather in Washington, D.C., Sen. Max Baucus, D-Mont., was unable to attend a breakfast meeting Friday with ambassadors of four countries and Flathead Valley business leaders at Applied Materials.

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Marion shootout leaves man clinging to life

One Marion man is in jail and another is in Seattle’s Harborview Medical Center after a shootout Thursday evening.

Cooking school offers recipes, value and fun

It’s time once again to spice things up in the kitchen with some great new recipes, hints and tricks from the Taste of Home Cooking School.

Repaving work planned on two Kalispell streets

The Montana Department of Transportation is proposing to resurface parts of First Avenue West and First Avenue East in Kalispell.

Volleyball: Glacier spills West in 3

GREAT FALLS — Glacier volleyball squeaked out a three-set nonconference Class AA victory over Billings West on Thursday at Great Falls C.M. Russell High School.

Golf: Glacier boys 2nd, Whitefish girls 3rd at Butte

Volleyball roundup: Wildkats top Loggers

COLUMBIA FALLS — Columbia Falls opened Northwestern A volleyball play with a 25-17, 27-25, 25-22 triumph over Libby on Thursday.

Football: Flathead's tough task: slow down a potent Capital squad

Bigfork allows 5 goals in losses to Belgrade

BIGFORK — Chris Brayton scored four times to lift Belgrade to a 5-2 win over Bigfork in a nonconference Class A soccer game at Carlyle Johnson Field Thursday.

Football: Glacier's challenging start continues with No. 1 Hawks

Columbia Falls Volleyball

Columbia Falls junior Winter Kemppainen digs out a serve Thursday night during a Northwestern A conference match with the Libby Loggers at Columbia Falls High School. Kemppainen led her team in digs with 11 and tied for the team lead in blocks with three. Columbia Falls won in three.

New West Health Services

Jim Driscoll is the Medicare specialist for New West Heath Services in Kalispell. New West, with a customer service office in Kalispell and corporate headquarters in Helena, has seen 60 percent growth year to date.

Two-year degrees are great deal

A new college study that compared the benefits of two-year associate’s degrees to more traditional four-year degrees confirmed what Flathead Valley Community College officials have known all along: Two-year degrees are a good deal on many levels.

Lake County: Judge rejects suit against sheriff and 3 deputies

Cabela's store to open on Nov. 7

 The new Kalispell Cabela’s Outpost store on the west side of U.S. 93 near West Reserve Drive will open at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7.

Tribal council backs lake trout plan

The Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribal Council is recommending that the most aggressive option for netting lake trout on Flathead Lake be adopted after a final round of public comment.

Woman causes trouble in the canyon

Injured dog to get donated surgery

When Greg and Debbie Reinhardt adopted Charlie, a golden retriever/black Lab mix, from Missoula County’s animal shelter, they knew he had a history.

Charlene Diana Verworn, 68

Charlie the dog to get donated surgery

Charlie, a golden/black lab mix looks lovingly up at new owner Debbie Reinhardt at their home in Victor.

Survivor's story: Man recounts nightmare in glacial crevasse

Climbing 40 feet out of an icy cold glacial crevasse and then walking three miles off-trail for help — all with a broken back — was an excruciatingly painful experience last week for Ted Porter, but he feels fortunate because it could have been so much worse.

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Judge orders bride's release from jail

Murder suspect Jordan Graham of Kalispell is being released from jail.

Dying bear hurts man

A wounded black bear injured an archery hunter’s companion near Thompson Falls on Tuesday before the bear died during a struggle with the man.

District reaches deal to sell building

Kalispell Public Schools trustees on Tuesday voted to move forward with the sale of the district’s Auxiliary Services Building at 514 E. Washington St.

Governor meets with Outside Magazine's top employers

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock will meet today with representatives from Montana businesses listed in Outside Magazine’s ranking of the nation’s top employers.

Prep football poll: Glacier debuts at No. 3

Following a 2-0 start, Glacier is ranked as the No. 3 football team in Class AA in the first Associated Press prep poll of the season.

Golf: Libby, C-Falls split dual

COLUMBIA FALLS — The Columbia Falls and Libby golf teams split a dual at Meadow Lake Resort on Wednesday.

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Rail park falls short in bid for federal grant

A Missoula County bike path beat out Flathead County Rail Park in a nationwide competition for almost $475 million in federal grant money this summer.

Park service director worries about budget cuts

Jonathan Jarvis sits on a picnic table outside the Lake McDonald Lodge on a near perfect afternoon last week. Behind him, a building has a tarp draped over it because a tree fell and damaged the roof.

Man arrested for choking woman

Paul Vallely in Syria

Retired Army Major Gen. Paul Vallely, right, talks with Free Syrian Army Gen. Bassad and others during Vallely’s recent visit to Syria.

Bigfork man tries to unravel Syria factions

Bigfork resident and retired Army Major Gen. Paul Vallely says it’s no wonder that most Americans don’t support an intervention in Syria, mainly because they don’t know who the United States would back and who might supplant the Bashir al-Assad regime.

Bride wants to get out of jail

Ex-rangers recall '83 murder in Glacier

As a criminal case unfolds against a Kalispell woman for allegedly killing her husband in Glacier National Park, former rangers remember a murder that took place in almost the exact same spot 30 years ago.

Sept. 11, 2013

First-grader Ryan Brigham gives a card he made to Chris Wigley of the Veterans of Foreign Wars at a flagpole dedication ceremony Wednesday morning  at Smith Valley School. Also in the photo is Terry Moore of the VFW. The first-graders made cards and were given time to seek out veterans at the assembly to present them to.

Summit is senator's gift to state

If you want to know why having a six-term U.S. senator representing your state is important, look no further than Butte next week when Max Baucus hosts some of the biggest names in U.S. business at the Montana Economic Development Summit.

North Fork

A view of the North Fork road Thursday afternoon from the Glacier View Mountain Trail. Aug. 8, 2013 in North Fork, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Columbia Falls Golf

Columbia Falls senior Baylee Brinton hits out of a bunker on Hole 3 on Wednesday afternoon during the Columbia Falls Invitational at Meadow Lake Resort in Columbia Falls. Sept. 11, 2013 in Columbia Falls, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Alexa Cote

Alexa Cote will perform with the All-National Choir on Oct. 30 in Nashville.

Store offers two jewelry-making classes

Take in dinner, live music and a trolley ride

Museum needs money to fix elevator

Museum offers quilting workshop

Teachers committed to helping local artists

Mansion celebrates ghosts, Christmas in October

Alpine Artisans host studio tour

FVCC hosts Missoula dance troupe

Bigfork author releases spy thriller

Liverpool Legends bring Fab Four to life

Submit applications for innovation award

'He is forgiven' - Kalispell woman finds peace after sexual abuse

Terry Harter is pictured at Woodland Park in Kalispell on Wednesday afternoon. Harter said the park provides her a feeling of safety and healing.

Linda Nixon, 62

Joan Lewis Kruse, 58

Barry Fisher: 'White House Hit List'

Stand-up Dads: Kelly McDonald

Kelly McDonald

Stand-up Dads: Milt Abel

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Million-mile man

Charlie Strong delivers mail along N Mission Drive on Tuesday, September 10, in Kalispell.

Freedom Walk

Cpl. Mark Kuhl of the United States Marine Corps and others pause for a moment of prayer and remembrance during the Freedom Walk ceremony at the Veterans Memorial at Depot Park in Kalispell on Wednesday, September 11. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Flag Pole Dedication at Smith Valley School

From left, Carey Dill and Jerry Steward of the Veterans of Foreign Wars salute as the flag is raised at the flag pole dedication on Wednesday, September 11, at Smith Valley School. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

This Week in the Flathead: Art Show

Detail of the painting Frog by Jake Russell on Monday, September 9, at the Glacier Art Academy in the KM Building in Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Profile: Susan Howard

Susan Howard sits in her vintage trailer on Monday, September 9, outside her home in Whitefish. The trailer is one of 65 trailers that will be on display at the Fish the Fish, a Casting for Recovery benefit on Saturday, September 14, from 11 to 4 p.m. at the Base Lodge at the Whitefish Mountain Resort. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

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Filmmaker chronicles six-man football

The film begins by juxtaposing Louisiana State University’s “Death Valley” — the raucous 92,000-seat stadium where the Tigers play in the Southeastern Conference — with the windswept, bleak plains of north-central Montana.

Volleyball: Pirates top T-Falls in 5 sets

POLSON — The Polson volleyball team fought back from a set down to beat Thompson Falls in five sets on Tuesday in a nonconference season opener.

Soccer roundup: Polson girls blank Breakers; SCS rolls

MISSOULA — Sarah Howell netted a hat trick and the Polson girls soccer team blanked Missoula Loyola 3-0 in nonconference action Tuesday.

Louis 'Lou' Leon Rogers, 71

“Our world bade a sad farewell to the finest musician any of us has ever had the great fortune to enjoy. Lou was an entertainer for the ages.”

Mary Louise Rygiel, 90

Mary Louise Rygiel, 90, passed away Aug. 25, 2013, in Clearwater, Fla. 

Giles David Breaux, 58

Giles David Breaux, 58, of Columbia Falls, “followed the path to the other side” on Sept. 2, 2013. His mother, Dorothy May Breaux, and friends shared his final moments with him.

Mary Louise Hart Delaney

Mary Louise Hart Delaney passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, Sept. 8, 2013, at her home in Whitefish, surrounded by her loving husband, Laurence Delaney; daughters, Elizabeth Phillips and Jennifer Clemente; and son, Morgan Hart Delaney.

Board considers Whitefish-area projects

The Flathead County Planning Board will hold two public hearings today that deal with land-use requests in areas south of Whitefish.

August Duane 'Gus' Roberts, 69

Friend's traffic stop leads to complaint

A concerned man called the

Victim remembered as 'the best person ever'

A woman accused of murdering her husband of just eight days had made his friends suspicious of her involvement in his death in the weeks leading up to her arrest.

Groups form to influence airport voters

“Save the Kalispell City Airport” and “Repeal the Kalispell City Airport Expansion” are two political action committees forming as the Nov. 5 referendum on the airport approaches.

Husband killer files appeal

Jordan Linn Graham and Cody Johnson are pictured on their wedding day in 2013. Graham is appealing her conviction for murdering Johnson eight days after they were married.

Kurt Markus

KURT MARKUS films six-man football last year. (Amanda Guy photo)

The Event: Day 3

A crowded hill over looks the main water feature Satruday during the last day of The Event at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell. July 27, 2013 in Kalispell, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

East Side Park

The East Side Park was once named Thompson Field after Gus Thompson who pitched in the first World Series. Sept. 10, 2013 in Kalispell, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Eastside Park

Kalispell’s Eastside Park was once named Thompson Field after Gus Thompson, who pitched in the first World Series.

Dragon Boat Races

Scenes from the 2013 Montana Dragon Boat Festival at Flathead Lake Lodge in Bigfork.

Sunrise at the Garden of One Thousand Buddhas

A long line of statues of the Buddha on Tuesday, September 10, at the Garden of One Thousand Buddhas in Arlee, Mont. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

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Northwest Montana Fair Rodeo

A cowboy competes in tie-down roping Saturday night during the final night of the Northwest Montana Fair Rodeo at the Flathead County Fairgrounds. Aug. 17, 2013 in Kalispell, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

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Ed Sirucek obit

Edgar E. Sirucek, 87

Thomas Thoreson obit

Honking horn leads to stolen Jeep

Thomas 'Tom' Donald Thoreson Jr., 80

Events planned on anniversary of 9/11

Montana Dragon Boat Festival results

Stormy weather on Sunday shortened the Montana Dragon Boat Festival, but there still was plenty of racing on Flathead Lake during the weekend event.

Dragon Boat Races: Day One

Racers in the competitive category of the 2013 Montana Dragon Boat Festival on Saturday morning, September 7, at the Flathead Lake Lodge in Bigfork. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Rollover Accident on Helena Flats Road

View of a rollover accident on Helena Flats Road from the top of an Evergreen Fire truck on Monday morning, September 9, north of Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Driver walks away from rollover

Flathead County Sheriff's Deputy Sam Cox and members of the Evergreen Fire Department respond to the scene of a rollover accident on Helena Flats Road on Monday morning, Sept. 9, north of Kalispell. The driver of the truck was temporarily pinned and extricated from the wreck. He was able to walk away from the scene after answering questions about the wreck, but was taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center for formal evaluation. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Newlywed accused of killing husband

The latest chapter in the suspicious disappearance and death of a Kalispell man was written Monday when his new wife made her initial appearance on a criminal complaint that alleges she murdered her husband.

Dailyinterlake.com website relaunches today! Some delays expected!

The Daily Inter Lake will launch its redesigned website today. Not all features will be functional at first, and please contact editor Frank Miele at edit@dailyinterlake.com with any concerns, comments or suggestions.

Suspect pleads not guilty to assault on deputy

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Mee wins Montana Open by one stroke

MISSOULA — Jim Mee of Libby was a wire-to-wire winner of the Montana Open, carding a final round 4-under par 68 on Sunday at Larchmont Golf Course.

Final races rained out

Kalispell man pleads not guilty to assault

Paddles Up! - A flawless day on the lake

Colorful might be the best way to describe Saturday’s Dragon Boat Festival on Flathead Lake.

FVCC to simulcast economic summit

New 911 director returns to native state

'It's home'

Apparently dogs only annoy one man

2013 Montana Dragon Boat Festival Day 2

Members of the Flathead Valley Community College Eagles boat greet the crowd as they return from a race on Sunday, September 8 at the 2013 Montana Dragon Boat Festival at Flathead Lake Lodge in Bigfork. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Blessed are the peacemakers: Mennonite church marks century of service, pacifism

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Mee stays on top at Montana Open

MISSOULA — Libby’s Jim Mee shot a 3-under-par 69 on Saturday to hold on to a share of first place after the second round at the Montana Open at Larchmont Golf Course.

Latcham, Henson pace WHS runners in Idaho

SILVERWOOD, Idaho — Sarah Latcham was the lone top 10 finisher for Whitefish’s cross country teams Saturday at the Silverwood Coaster Cross Invitational.

Volleyball: Glacier drills Hellgate in 3

MISSOULA — The Glacier volleyball team swept Missoula Hellgate, 25-8, 25-23, 25-14, in its Western AA opener Saturday.

May's late goal lifts Flathead over Hellgate

MISSOULA — Alexa May scored in the 72nd minute to lift the Flathead girls soccer team to a 1-0 win over Missoula Hellgate Saturday.

Weather delay, Rustlers fail to stop Wolfpack in 20-14 football thriller

It took nearly six hours but Glacier walked out of Memorial Stadium in Great Falls with a hard-earned 20-14 win over Great Falls C.M. Russell early Saturday morning.

Volunteer for CASA

One of my favorite fall sounds comes from the school playground a block from my house. If I am lucky enough to be home during recess, I hear the laughter of dozens of children — unfiltered joy filling the autumn breeze. This inspiring sound is being heard in neighborhoods across Montana as another school year begins. 

Local breeders tout the American bully

Two Kalispell brothers are riding the wave of popularity of a new dog breed recently recognized by the United Kennel Club: The American bully.

Studies find that associate's degrees often yield bigger salaries than four-year degrees

A new study examining the average salaries of graduates in five states showed that students who earn associate’s degrees and occupational certificates often earn more in their first year out of college than those with four-year degrees. 

Tribes need to level with public about gill netting and future of lake

I am a charter captain on Flathead Lake, running Captain Norm’s Fish-N-Fun Charters. 

Whitefish housing project revamped once more

A new design plan is emerging for the embattled 2nd Street Residences project in Whitefish — this time a subdivision of about 68 to 70 single-family homes.

Hunter Lapp and Mountain View Mennonite Church

Hunter Lapp helps plant trees during a mission trip to Haiti with other members of Mountain View Mennonite Church. A fourth trip to Haiti is planned in December to help with continuing relief work following the devastating earthquake in 2010. 

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks needs to stick with science

Decisions about our natural resources and their management should be based on sound science and an analysis of social, economic and resource related issues and concerns. While there may be a lot of opinions about what course of action to pursue, and there may be disagreement about the science supporting the analysis, those who disagree have an obligation to provide the facts and analysis to support their position. 

Remember 9/11 with vigilance

With Sept. 11 approaching, it’s important for Americans to remember the terrorist attacks on that fateful day with somber reverence for the nearly 3,000 lives that were lost.

Driver faces felony after collision

A Kalispell man alleged to have injured several people in a crash while driving drunk has pleaded not guilty to felony negligent vehicular assault.

Mennonite church marks century of service, pacifism

Who are the Mennonites?

Rep. Daines missed chance to be a statesman

President Obama’s handling of Syria has been bad; Rep. Daines’ is worse.

This is sure to generate lots of trouble

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2014 Montana politics could be demolition derby

Montana could be in the national spotlight in 2014 as Republicans try to re-take the majority in the U.S. Senate, and Democrats look to make in-roads in the House.

George Lewis Heaton Sr., 97

George Lewis Heaton Sr., 97, passed away on Aug. 6, 2013, at the Montana Veterans Home in Columbia Falls.

Dorothy Jean 'Dottie' Rodaway, 74

Richard Arvid 'Dick' Johnson, 69

Dick passed away on July 14, 2013, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, due to complications after heart surgery.

Paddles up!

Rob Robinson, the beer keg drummer for the Flathead Lake Brewing Company Imperial Dragons, set the winning pace for his team as they competed in the 2013 Montana Dragon Boat Festival on Saturday morning at Flathead Lake Lodge in Bigfork.

Kalispell defendant accused of shooting wife pleads not guilty

The Kalispell man who is accused of shooting his wife pleaded not guilty in Flathead County District Court Thursday morning.

Skyview rips Flathead

The Billings Skyview ground game got rolling early and Flathead had no answer in a 44-13 loss at Legends Stadium in a Class AA football game Friday.

Glacier triumphs in midnight marathon

GREAT FALLS — The Glacier Wolfpack came back from a three-hour lightning delay to defeat C.M Russell 20-14 early Saturday in Class AA football, according to the Great Falls Tribune.

Football roundup: Whitefish crushes Browning

WHITEFISH — Sean Foley returned an interception 45 yards for a touchdown and returned a kickoff 72 yards for another score as Whitefish cruised past Browning 45-14 Friday in Class A nonconference football play at Memorial Field.

Golf: Glacier's Avery third at Butte

Soccer roundup: C-Falls girls tie Livingston

Cross country: Glacier, Bigfork's Morley shine in Cut Bank

Taekwondo trio ready for big stage at U.S. Team Trials

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Four charged in federal pornography indictments

A 47-year-old Polson man is one of four men indicted on charges of child exploitation enterprise and conspiracy to advertise child pornography.

Court stops judge from undoing rape sentence

Columbia Falls man given nine-year suspended sentence in drug case

The second of a pair of Columbia Falls residents charged after the discovery of a marijuana grow operation has been sentenced.

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Waves swamp eight dragon boats

Eight out of nine dragon boats that were being used for practice swamped or capsized Friday afternoon in the choppy waters of Flathead Lake off Wayfarers State Park, prompting an emergency response to get boaters safely to shore.

Kalispell pushing to keep bypass alive

Kalispell is trying to make its case to Montana Transportation Commission members who recently tabled the city’s plan to build Four Mile Drive and questioned if finishing the Kalispell bypass — a project years in the making and more than half built — should remain a top priority.

Rash of thefts on Tamarack Lane

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Kila woman's patient work turns wild mustang into 'a big, affectionate baby'

Elisa Wilson took a walk on the wild side and adopted a mustang in May.

Braves vs. Falcons Football

Flathead defensive lineman Dominick Faith puts pressure on Billings Skyview quarterback Gus Schaff during their game on Friday night at Legends Stadium. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Threshing Bee

The Northwest Threshing Bee began Friday at Olsen Pioneer Park at the intersection of Helena Flats Road and Pioneer Road north of Kalispell. The event continues today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The event features demonstrations of old-time farming practices as well as tools and antique equipment. 

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Popular Glacier Park trail reopened

Glacier National Park officials lifted a temporary closure of Glacier National Park’s Trail of the Cedars that was prompted by damage from a storm last week.

Crosstown soccer: Glacier girls nip Flathead

Katie Thomas’ long-range goal lifted the Glacier girls soccer team to a 1-0 win over crosstown-rival Flathead Thursday at Kidsports Complex.

Flathead looks to keep it rolling vs. Billings Skyview

A week after an exhilarating last-minute win over Great Falls High, the Flathead Braves will host a Billings Skyview team licking its wounds after a lopsided loss to Bozeman in their home opener today at 7 p.m. at Legends Stadium.

Glacier faces another stiff, early season challenge

Glacier’s start to the 2013 football season was marked with an exclamation point last week against Billings West. The Wolfpack made a statement, posting 36-point win over a traditional powerhouse.

No clear favorite in Dist. 7B football

For the first time in years, District 7B football looks wide open to start the season.

Whitefish boys rip Hamilton in soccer opener

HAMILTON — Looks like Whitefish picked up right where it left off last year.

Golf: Glacier's Avery 3rd at Butte Invite golf

BUTTE — Teigan Avery of Glacier opened the Butte High School Invitational golf tournament on Thursday with an 82, which was the third-best round of the day.

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Sports editor honored by Glacier High School

‘37 years of journalism excellence’

Daily Inter Lake sports editor Dave Lesnick recently was honored by Glacier High School for his contributions to local prep sports over a career that has spanned 21 years locally and nearly four decades overall.

Event raises $67,000 to fight breast cancer

The Event at Rebecca Farm raised $67,000 to fight breast cancer in the second year of its Halt Cancer at X program, organizers announced this week.

FVCC opens student health clinic

The new student health clinic at Flathead Valley Community College is up, running and ready for students.

Double the fun at boat festival

If you liked dragon boat racing last year, there’s twice as much this weekend.

Woman reports reckless rafting bus

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High court upholds $730,000 judgment

Festival just a day away

Dragon boats hit the water this weekend

The Montana Dragon Boat Festival hits the water Saturday and Sunday at Flathead Lake Lodge on the east shore of Flathead Lake near Bigfork.

Dave Lesnick

Dave Lesnick waves to the crowd after being given an award Aug. 30 during the Glacier-Billings West football game at Legends Stadium.

Crosstown Soccer

Flathead senior Paige Birky (19) fights with Glacier senior Mikey Staats (11) for possession of the ball during their game on Thursday evening in Kalispell. The Glacier girls won the match up 1-0.(Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Giles David Breaux, 58

Roy S. Long, 83

Roy S. Long, 83, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013, at the Rowan Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, N.C., following intestinal surgery. 

Mennonite 100th

Margaret Kauffman and Mary Lapp were two of the ladies who gathered for quilting Thursday at Mountain View Mennonite Church near Creston. The quilt was made by Holly Laurens and is being quilted as a wedding gift for her daughter, Lynmarie. 

FHS Piano Tune Up

Tom Kuntz, piano technician from Steinway Piano Gallery of Spokane, checks the hammers of the Steinway concert grand piano at Flathead High School on Thursday afternoon. Sept. 5, 2013 in Kalispell, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Big Sky Bully Pit Bulls

FVCC Associates Degree

Dan Leatzow, specialist for advanced manufacturing, right, teaches an Introduction to Mastercam class Thursday afternoon at Flathead Valley Community College. Robert Simpson is in the first year of the industrial machine technology program. 

FVCC Student Health Center

Kathy Weller discusses some of the various procedures they will be able to perform at the student health clinic during a tour Thursday morning in the Rebecca Chaney Broussard Center for Nursing and Health Science at Flathead Valley Community College.

911 Center Director

Elizabeth Brooks is the new director of the Flathead County 911 Center. 

Nonunion city workers get 2.5 percent raises

Kalispell’s nonunion employees will see bigger paychecks with the City Council approving 2.5 percent raises for them on Tuesday.

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Crosstown soccer arrives early on '13 schedule

Both teams will have new coaches when the Flathead and Glacier boys soccer teams renew their crosstown rivalry today at 6 p.m. at Kidsports Complex.

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Today

No reason to intervene in Syria

Considering all the confusing and incoherent circumstances surrounding possible U.S. intervention in Syria, it is hard to comprehend why Congress or anyone else would still be seriously considering proceeding with the intervention.

Computer freezes on Kardashian sex tape

Tuesday afternoon, a Flathead Avenue woman told

Hiker survives fall into crevasse

Glacier National Park officials say a man fell 30 to 40 feet into a crevasse on Jackson Glacier Tuesday evening, but he managed to climb out and hike back to his campsite.

Lip-balm firm wants to buy school in Whitefish

A Whitefish lip-balm maker has offered to purchase the Whitefish Independent High School building for the full asking price of $325,000.

Scooper practice

A pair of CL-215 “Super Scoopers” from Alaska practice water drops Tuesday at the Sky Ranch Airfield south of Kalispell. The two planes, which were scooping up heavy payloads of water from Flathead Lake, have been staged at Glacier Park International Airport for the last couple of weeks to assist with any fires in the region if necessary. The extent of their stay at the airport will depend on when changing weather lowers the fire danger.

County zoning regulations get makeover

The first extensive revamp of Flathead County zoning regulations in nearly two decades is well underway, with a fourth workshop planned later this month.

'Illegal' rape sentence appealed

Mustang Million

Elisa Wilson works with Mr. Knightly, the wild mustang she is training to compete in the Mustang Million in a few weeks, on Tuesday, September 3, in Kila. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Whitefish Trail: Woods Lake Trailhead

A view of Little Beaver Lake from the Beaver Lakes trail Wednesday afternoon in the Whitefish Trails.. Sept. 4, 2013 in Whitefish, Montana. (Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake)

Painter to lead Crits and Croissants

Local art students to give Kalispell show

Artists on display during local tour

Whitefish galleries open for monthly event

Tickets still available to Buffalo Bash

Flathead students tell 'Cinderella' story

Guitarist, singer to play two local shows

'He's perfection'

Glacier students take on '24 Hour Plays' challenge

Betty and the Boy to give Bigfork show

Submit entries now for film festival

Club to discuss Caravaggio

John Pizzarelli

Betty and the Boy

FHS: 'Code Name: Cinderella'

Caravaggio

Caravaggio's "The Sacrifice of Isaac"

Ke'vin Bowers

Ke'vin Bowers, whose "Stay Clear" is shown here, is the featured artist in September at Stumptown Art Studio. Meet him during Whitefish Gallery Nights, 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday.

Colt Idol

Colt Idol, whose "Primed and Ready" is shown here, is the featured artist in September at the Dick Idol Signature Gallery. Meet him during Whitefish Gallery Nights, 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday.

End of Harvest Clean Up

Isaac Morden works on cleaning up a combine after completing most of their harvest on Wednesday morning, September 4, in the Montford/Egan region east of Kalispell. (Brenda Ahearn/Daily Inter Lake)

Marvin George Mackey, 88

Keith K. Keil, 87

Keith K. Keil, 87, passed away on Monday, Sept. 2, 2013, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell, after a brief illness. 

Mary Ellen Jystad, 78

Mary Ellen Jystad departed this life on Monday, Sept. 2, 2013, at around 11:30 a.m. at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She was 78 years old. 

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Super Scoopers Training

One of two CL-215 Super Scoopers drops water at the Sky Ranch Airfield south of Kalispell as part of a training exercise on Tuesday, September 3. Photos courtesy of Tom Bass.

Your Life Covered Vote Now Photo Contest

Montana Supreme Court to rule on burnouts

Voting opens in photo contest

The Daily Inter Lake’s “Summer Photo Contest” has proven to be a roaring success so far, with nearly 600 photos submitted for the chance to win more than $2,500 in prizes.

Daybook

Wednesday

Soccer roundup: Sentinel trips Glacier; Polson, Bigfork split

It was too much Syd Steele and a speedy Missoula Sentinel squad spoiling the Class AA season soccer opener for Glacier High School’s girls squad on Tuesday at Glacier.

Woman jailed after stabbing

A 33-year-old woman is in jail after allegedly stabbing a 60-year-old woman in Polson Sunday.

Recycling bins available for community events

Spectators at the Montana Dragon Boat Festival this weekend will notice new recycling bins throughout the grounds at the Flathead Lake Lodge, courtesy of the WasteNot Project and several community partners.

Pediatric eye specialist joins Kalispell clinic

In another step up for the medical community of Flathead County, the Glacier Eye Clinic has hired Gus Stein as a pediatric and comprehensive ophthamologist.

Opponents seek ouster of Blackfeet council

Night deposits nearly became withdrawals

A problem with too much money brought a call to

Common Core on the way despite opposition

The sky's the limit for the Big Sky Astronomy Club

Stars sparkle, twinkle and shine, like jewels in black velvet, have inspired myths and legends since the dawn of time and hold a mystical fascination for millions of people. They guide travelers across the open seas, continue to inspire discovery and controversy and have changed our view of our place in the universe.

Slow going: Major traffic delays in north Kalispell

Construction on the U.S. 93 bypass is causing major traffic delays in north Kalispell. At the intersection with West Reserve Drive, U.S. 93 is reduced to one lane in each direction. Motorists are advised to find alternate routes during the construction. The access from U.S. 93 to West Reserve Drive on the west side of the intersection is permanently closed. There are no left turns permitted at the intersection of U.S. 93 and West Reserve Drive. Southbound U.S. 93 traffic should use Hutton Ranch Road to reach West Reserve Drive east of the intersection.

Site rendering of proposed observatory

A site rendering of the proposed observatory at Blacktail Mountain includes an education center, open to the public.

The Milky Way at Logan Pass in Glacier National Park

The Milky Way is visible over the visitor center at Logan Pass in Glacier National Park during the last Star Party of the year Aug. 31. The Star Party is put on with the help of the Big Sky Astronomy Club.

U.S. 93 traffic

Construction on U.S. 93 is causing major traffic delays in north Kalispell.

Glacier Soccer

Glacier senior Connor Brandon (10) jumps over the tackle attempt by a Missoula Sentinel defender Tuesday evening during Glacier's home match.

Robert H. 'Bob' Guffin, 75

Fred O. Tobiason, 77

Rocky Jay Peterson, 41

Rocky Jay Peterson, born Aug. 21, 1972, “rose to heaven” on Sept. 1, 2013, at the age of 41. 

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William Chester Stringfellow, 84

Kalispell City Council resolution would encourage alternate route completion

Whitefish pursues nonmotorized river corridor

Car seat is point of contention

Whitefish looks at parking-garage tax

Whitefish River

This view of the Whitefish River on Sept. 1 is from the pedestrian bridge near Riverside Park.  

Dietitian faces challenging nutrition world

A dietitian with Kalispell Regional Healthcare, Linda Fredenberg tries to keep a simple thought in mind: One individual can make a difference, so every one of us should try.

Shirley A. Mackey, 87

Shirley A. Mackey of Spokane, died Aug. 29, 2013, at the age of 87, from complications of COPD. 

West Reserve Drive closes for intersection work

The road signs have been flashing their warnings for weeks.

Banana thief makes getaway in Cadillac

A man stole a banana from a store on U.S. 93, according to the

Animal shelter plans kennel project

Local philanthropist John Kramer has pledged $10,000 to the Flathead County Animal Shelter for major kennel health improvements, including air conditioning, if certain conditions are met.

Gov. Bullock

On Aug. 16, Gov. Steve Bullock laughs during a visit to the rodeo at the Crow Fair at Crow Agency. Bullock has stressed the importance of seeking collaboration during his first eight months in office. (AP Photo/Matt Gouras)

Bike event to raise money for Glacier Trail

 The inaugural Pedal For Paths fundraiser for the Gateway to Glacier Trail is Saturday, Sept. 21.

Golf: Lindholm, Avery lead early at Labor Day tourney

Cross Country: Glacier frosh Smith wins Libby Invitational

Volleyball: Flathead, Glacier sweep Great Falls schools

Class A football: C-Falls flies by Fergus

Class A football: Bulldogs railroad Havre