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'Best of both worlds'

Trae Vasquez has maintained one goal since he began wrestling at age 4 — to one day be a Division 1 wrestler.

Homicide suspect may argue self-defense

A Martin City man accused of shooting and killing another man in Hungry Horse last week made his initial court appearance Monday afternoon in the Flathead County Justice Center.

Legals April 30, 2018

No. 25340 Montana Eleventh Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Adam Richardson: Adam Richardson, Petitioner Cause No. DV-18-228A AMY EDDY Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Adam Timothy Guy Richardson to Adam Timothy Guy Wassam. The hearing will be on May 22, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: April 9, 2018 PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ SARA SMITH Deputy Clerk of Court April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Red Cross volunteer hooked on helping

As Lew Savik contemplates what it was that propelled him into a life of helping others, he zeroes in on a hospital stay in Spokane in 1966 after a snapped power pole crushed the left side of his face.

Anglers must kill, report Kootenai brown trout

The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission has issued a kill order on all brown trout caught on the Kootenai River between Libby Dam and Kootenai Falls.

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Climate change awards announced

Climate Smart Glacier Country announced its Climate Smart Champions during a ceremony at the Earth Day celebration April 21 in Whitefish. Awards were presented to businesses, youth and an individual who are leaders in building local solutions to climate change challenges.

Guide company receives 10-year extension for Glacier

Glacier Guides and Montana Raft, a West Glacier-based outdoor guiding and equipment rental company, has been awarded another 10-year contract to lead interpretive day hikes and backcountry guided trips in Glacier National Park. The company currently holds the contract, which was set to expire on the last day of 2018. The National Park Service announced the contract renewal for an additional ten years in a press release sent out this week.

Legals April 29, 2018

No. 25315 INVITATION FOR BIDS The City of Kalispell, Montana will receive sealed bids for the SECTION 36 PUMP HOUSE FACILITY (WATER IMPROVEMENTS) PROJECT. The project generally includes furnishing materials, labor, and equipment required to construct a 3-room pumping facility consisting of pump room, electrical room and chemical room constructed of precast wall panels, CMU interior wall, precast hollow core plank roof over an existing well casing, exterior backup diesel generator, 200-horsepower vertical turbine pump, process piping including check and gate valves and electro-magnetic flow meter, variable frequency drive, automatic transfer switch and other electrical appurtenances, instrumentation and controls, conduits, wiring, HVAC system, Sodium Hypochlorite containment, eyewash station, connection to existing water system and roof drain system connected to the public storm drain, relocate existing natural gas line, site work, flushing, testing and disinfection, seeding and restoration work. Bidding instructions and qualifications can be found at the City of Kalispell website, www.kalispell.com, under Bids & Proposals. Plans and specifications may be examined beginning Monday, April 16, 2018, through QuestCDN and may be examined at the Kalispell Public Works Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. 406-758-7720. The City will only be accepting online electronic bids through QuestCDN. A Pre-Bid Meeting will be held in the City Hall Lower Level Conference Room, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901 at 3:30 PM on, May 3, 2018. Interested Bidders are encouraged to attend the Pre-Bid Meeting. Bids will be received by QuestCDN until 2:30 PM on Thursday, May 10, 2018. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 2:30 PM on Thursday, May 10, 2017 in the Main Level City Hall Conference Room, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. City of Kalispell, Aimee Brunckhorst, CMC, City Clerk & Communications Manager April 15, 22, 29, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

James Herbert Rehbein, 92

James Herbert Rehbein passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife of 70 years by his side on Tuesday, April 17, 2018.

LeRoy J. Bolin, 79

LeRoy J. Bolin, 79, of Columbia Falls, passed away April 23, 2018, at the Montana Veterans Home.

Boxing class targets Parkinson's symptoms

“Jab! Cross!” Lynnell Finley’s voice carries over the pump-up music at Access Fitness in Kalispell on Wednesday morning. “Hook! Hook!” A line of shadow boxers match each command with a punch to the air. They’re not professional boxers, but they’re dressed for a fight — some in athletic wear, some in sweatshirts emblazoned with boxing gloves and a mission statement: “fighting back.”

You are getting your money's worth with Kalispell schools

We have a Kalispell Public Schools general fund levy coming up on May 8. Our community has a great record of supporting our children through our public schools, and for this I am proud and grateful. We have a superior school district! I believe the tax dollars we have provided have been used wisely and well in a difficult and growing environment. I encourage a yes vote on the levy. Paying $5 or $6 a month is certainly a worthy investment in our children.

Garner is courageous leader

Rep. Frank Garner has taken quite a lashing from his opponents in the Kalispell area who have called him “Gas Tax Garner” and “Not-So-Frank Garner.” Critics of Garner have been particularly vocal as June elections edge closer. The reality, however, is that Garner deserves thanks and praise for having the political courage to do the right thing.

Smith-Mahugh

Jerry and Lorraine Mahugh of Kalispell announce the engagement of their son, Jeremy Mahugh, to Britney Rachelle Smith, daughter of Lisa Smith of Austin, Texas.

Letters: More from the election mailbag

Matt Rosendale has just barely been elected state insurance commissioner, and now he thinks he deserves to be a U.S. senator. But if he makes it any further in this race, Montanans will soon realize that Rosendale doesn’t stand for anyone but himself.

Man denies road rage assault charge

A Kalispell man facing an assault with a weapon charge following a road rage incident in Evergreen in March pleaded not guilty Thursday.

Welcoming Charlie Russell back to his beloved Glacier Park

During the first week in April, Charlie Russell returned to his beloved Glacier Country.

Pushiness on demand

The Kalispell Police Department was told that a male claiming to represent “all TV companies” had come to a caller’s door. He was described as “a little pushy,” and logs say the reporting party “had to tell him no three times.”

Downing supports 'Wall'

Clearly, building The Wall on our southern border is high on President Trump’s agenda, and it should be. There has been a lot of controversy and political rhetoric over expense, feasibility, etc. Often the rhetoric turns to marginalizing the president and his supporters as xenophobes, racists, or worse.

Anne Kiley, 88

Anne Kiley, the loving mother of eight children, passed away after a nine-month battle with cancer on April 24, 2018, at the age of 88.

Frances Dillon Foley, 89

Frances Dillon Foley, 89, passed away on April 14, 2018, with family by her side.

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Myron “Woody” Woodward, 81

Myron A. “Woody” Woodward “began eternal life” on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Welcoming him home were his son, Rick, and grandson Trenton. Born on the May 9, 1936 to Myron and Margaret Woodward in Harlem, Montana, Woody’s life was full: 1954 Havre High graduate, 1954-57 United States Marine Corps, 1958 married the love of his life Betty Reed, four children (Ricky, Anita, Michael, Kelly), 30-year career with Buttery Food Stores, co-owner of a grocery store, manager of Ryan’s Cash & Carry, and helping at Dave’s Insulation. Lots of love, laughter and friendship was shared throughout each season of his life.

Richard Clark 'Dick' Daniels, 88

Richard Clark “Dick” Daniels, 88, of Columbia Falls, died peacefully of natural causes at his home on April 16, 2018.

Ralph B. DeSteunder, 92

Ralph Bennie DeSteunder of Columbia Falls passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2018. He was born Sept. 21, 1925 in California. He lived with family until enlisting in the Navy at age 17. He served his country during WWII in the Asiatic-Pacific. He left the Navy at age 22 and became a masonry contractor which eventually brought him to Lake Tahoe, where he met and married Inge. They moved to Montana in 1976 and enjoyed the Flathead Valley and their final home. The couple was together for 58 years until Inge’s passing.

U.S. House candidates meet at Democratic forum

Montana’s House Democratic primary came to the Flathead Valley Saturday. Five candidates aiming to unseat U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte, R–Mont., spent two hours onstage at Columbia Falls High School in a forum sponsored by the Flathead Democratic Central Committee.

Langohr named assistant superintendent of Kalispell schools

Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr has been named the next assistant superintendent of Kalispell Public Schools.

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Strangling the world with plastic

Average American throws away 185 pounds of plastic per year

As I walk through the shopping aisle at Super One, I cringe as I see a woman place a 24 pack of plastic water bottles in her cart.

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When I heard Sen. Tester being quoted on several media outlets the other day in regards to him doing his duty as Democratic leader of the Veterans Affairs Committee, I was a proud Montanan. Sen. Tester has an obligation to uphold the reports of over 20 military service members that came forward with disturbing issues related to “Doc Ronny”, Admiral Ronny Jackson, and his consideration for director of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

McDonald's franchisee sells restaurants, plans distillery

It may be hard to discern for the average customer, but all five McDonald’s franchises in the Flathead Valley recently changed owners.

Sticker shock may be bar to jail project

We’re guessing there were a lot of jaws dropping last week as Flathead folks learned the cost of building a new jail and parking garage next to the Flathead County Justice Center is an estimated $74 million if construction began in 2020.

Trump says Tester should quit over VA nomination brouhaha

WASHINGTON (AP) — A furious President Donald Trump on Saturday called for the resignation of the Democratic senator who assembled and released what he called “false” allegations that scuttled the nomination of the White House doctor who’d been in line to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Can Kanye West lead a rebellion for black voters?

Two weeks ago, I wrote about Diamond and Silk, the black political commentary duo who have been deemed dangerous for the most peculiar of reasons — they are black AND conservative!

Legals April 28, 2018

No. 25214 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, hereby gives notice, pursuant to Section 76-2-205(1), M.C.A., that it will hold a public hearing to consider a change the zoning designation in a portion of the Highway 93 North Zoning District from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to SAG-5 (Suburban Agricultural). The boundaries of the area proposed to be amended from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to SAG-5 (Suburban Agricultural) are described as: Lot 8 of Rolling Meadows, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana. and Parcel 8A of Certificate of Survey No. 17986, that portion of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4SW1/4) of Section 8, and the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE1/4NW1/4) of Section 17, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Tract 2 of Certificate of Survey No. 3811, that portion of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4SW1/4) of Section 8, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Parcel B of Certificate of Survey No. 16719, that portion of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter (S1/2SW1/4) of Section 8, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, & North Half of the Northwest Quarter (N1/2NW1/4) of Section 17, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. The regulations defining the SAG-10 and SAG-5 zones are contained in the Flathead County Zoning Regulations on file for public inspection at the Office of the Board of Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office, 40 11th Street West, Kalispell, Montana, and on the Planning and Zoning Office's website at: http://flathead.mt.gov/planning_zoning/downloads.php. Documents related to the proposed zone change are also on for file for public inspection at the Commissioners' Office and at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office. The public hearing will be held on the 7th day of May, 2018, at 9:00 o'clock a.m. in the Commissioners' Chambers, Third Floor, Old Courthouse, Kalispell, Montana. At the public hearing, the Board of Commissioners will give the public an opportunity to be heard regarding the proposed change to the Highway 93 North Zoning District. Written comments are encouraged and will be reviewed by the Commissioners prior to the hearing. DATED this 13th day of March, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chairman April 21, 28, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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- Epworth United Methodist Church’s annual spring rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., 329 Second Ave. E., Kalispell. Proceeds support Ray of Hope women’s shelter and Blackfeet United Methodist Church, Browning.

Legends Stadium bleachers to get upgraded

An additional $30,000 will be allocated to improve bleachers in the visitor’s section at Legends Stadium in Kalispell.

Sheriff candidates discuss school safety, drug epidemic

Hundreds packed the Red Lion Hotel Thursday evening in Kalispell to hear what the four men running for Flathead County sheriff had to say and why voters should pick them.

Bullock selects rural 'opportunity zones' to stimulate investment

Gov. Steve Bullock has designated 25 census tracts in the state, including several in Northwest Montana, as federal “opportunity zones” that will offer tax incentives to area investors.

Tenant returns home to find belongings gone

Someone called the Kalispell Police Department to report his home had been broken into while he was away. He said bank records, clothing, a passport and other items were taken. But after police investigated further, it appears the man was evicted from the apartment and the landlord considered the property abandoned. Police will follow up, if necessary.

Harry Colby Smith, 79

In loving memory, Harry Colby Smith, 79, passed away March 23, 2018. He loved to travel and got his chance when he joined the Air Force after graduating from Long Beach, California, in 1954. It was an unforgettable time in his life meeting so many new and interesting people and seeing much of the world.

Clear skies, fast times at Whitefish A.R.M. track

WHITEFISH — The calendar may still read April, but don’t tell Derek Schulz.

Black and Blue rebound for victory in regular-season finale

FRENCHTOWN — The Kalispell Black and Blue rugby team picked up a much-needed win Saturday to regain momentum entering the playoffs, defeating the previously undefeated Frenchtown Iron Horse 33-19.

Frampton 2nd in No. 1 net singles at invitational

MISSOULA — Glacier’s No. 1 singles player, Maria Frampton, settled for second place at the Missoula Invitational tennis tournament on Saturday.

Softball Wolfpack splits with Helena schools; Flathead 0-2

HELENA —Glacier (7-6 overall, 5-5 league) collected a split in Western AA softball play on Saturday, thumping Helena High 10-5 while falling to league leader Helena Capital 10-0.

Fatal shooting allegedly over money

A formal charge of deliberate homicide was filed Friday afternoon against a Martin City man for allegedly shooting another man during a late-night argument Wednesday, reportedly over money.

Search resumes for skier missing on Big Mountain

The search for missing skier Dr. Jonathan Torgerson, 62, will begin anew this weekend.

It's Trump vs. Tester in Big Sky Country

WASHINGTON — With a flat-top haircut, three missing fingers and an impressive girth, Sen. Jon Tester has somehow kept a low profile in Congress. That’s until he caught the attention of Americans — and President Donald Trump — by airing startling allegations that toppled Veterans Affairs nominee Ronny Jackson.

Bigfork fire levy ballots to be remailed

Around 3,500 ballots for the May 8 vote on a fire mill levy for the Bigfork service area will be reprinted and redistributed over the next few days following a misprint on the ballots sent out April 18.

Legals April 27, 2018

No. 25302 NOTICE OF ELECTION Notice is hereby given that in Flathead County, on May 8, 2018, a levy election will be held for Bigfork Rural Fire District. Bigfork Rural Fire District levy election will be conducted by mail ballot. Ballots will be mailed to all eligible registered voters of the Fire District on April 18, 2018 and must be returned by each voter, by mail or in person to the Flathead County Election Department 40 11th St West #230, Kalispell, Montana, during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), weekdays through May 8, 2018. On Election Day, May 8, 2018, the only places for deposit of voted ballots will be the office of the Flathead County Election Department, 40 11th Street West #230, Kalispell, Montana, which will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and all ballots must be in by 8:00 p.m. to be counted. All ballots will be tallied in the office of the Flathead County Election Department on May 8, 2018. DATED this 9th day of April, 2018. Debbie Pierson Election Administrator By:/s/Monica R. Eisenzimer Election and Recording Manager April 13, 20, 27, and May 4, 2018 MNAXLP

Elaine Mae Hopkins, 76

Elaine Mae Hopkins (nee Nichols) died peacefully in her sleep on April 25, 2018, surrounded by family.

Road-rager kicks in windshield

A case of road rage occurred in the city according to Kalispell Police. Someone called to report that a man took his phone and jumped on the person’s Toyota Echo and kicked the windshield while in the parking lot of an area business. The alleged perpetrator was described as balding, wearing a red shirt and driving a gold Saturn SL2.

Group starts petition opposing cell tower

A group of Kalispell residents and parents spoke out against a proposal to grant permission to Verizon Wireless to build a cellular tower on the roof of Flathead High School at a school board meeting Tuesday.

George William Thompson, 88

George William Thompson, 88, of Port Angeles, Washington, passed away March 21, 2018.

Was webcam bear responsible for killing 2 llamas? Maybe

A black bear that killed and started to eat two llamas in West Glacier may have been the same bear that was an Internet sensation last month.

Powwow kicks off Native American studies program

Flathead Valley Community College will host its first educational powwow on Saturday to kick off the new Montana American Indian Scholars Program, which recognizes and provides resources to Native American students.

Gary Spannuth, 75

Gary Spannuth passed away April 21, 2018, at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula at the age of 75.

Nadeau to wrestle at W. Virginia

Tucker Nadeau, a three-sport, all-state standout at Flathead High School, will continue his sporting and academic career at West Virginia.

Hamilton edges Polson

FRENCHTOWN — Polson’s second meeting with Hamilton went much better than the first, but it still wasn’t quite enough for the Pirates to escape with a victory on Friday afternoon at the Frenchtown Invitational.

Whitefish wipes out Corvallis; Polson loses close one

CORVALLIS — Whitefish tennis downed host Corvallis 5-2 on Friday behind singles wins from Eric Holdhusen, Jayce Cripe and Noah Fauth.

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School security ramped up in wake of threat

A shooting threat discovered in a girls bathroom stall at Columbia Falls Junior High has prompted administrators to take extra precautions Friday.

Man shot dead following altercation

Two men involved in a late-night shooting that left one dead in Hungry Horse on Wednesday have pasts that include allegations of violence against others.

Legals April 26, 2018

No. 25282 COP Construction LLC requests quotes from qualified MBE/WBE/DBE subcontractors and suppliers from all trades for the construction of the "Westside Interceptor" project for the City of Kalispell, MT. This project consists of five schedules. Bid date for Schedule 1 is April 12, 2018 at 2:30 PM, Schedule 2: April 19, 2018 at 2:30 PM, Schedule 3: April 26, 2018 at 2:30 PM, and Schedules 4 and 5: May 3, 2018 at 2:30 PM. Types of work needed include, but are not limited to: Quality Control / Testing, Traffic Control, Seeding, Landscaping, Surveying, Aggregate Supply, Asphalt Paving, Pavement Striping, Fence, Concrete Work, Concrete Ready Mix, Rough Carpentry, Thermal & Moisture Protection, Doors & Windows, Painting, Building Construction, Trucking, HVAC, and Electrical Work. Contact our Montana Bidding office at mtbid@copconstruction.com or at COP Construction LLC, 242 S. 64th St West, Billings, MT 59106, 406-656-4632 or by fax at 406-655-9286. Plans and specifications are available at the City of Kalispell Public Works Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901, or through the City of Kalispell's website at http://www.kalispell.com/clerk/projects_bids_proposals.php. COP Construction LLC is an EEO company. April 5, 26, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

2012 campaign-finance dispute finally settled

The Montana Commissioner of Political Practices has settled a campaign-finance case against a Kalispell physician and her anti-abortion group.

New on-site jail projected to cost $74M

The consultants who studied the feasibility and cost of building a new jail on the Flathead County campus say there’s good news and bad news for such a project.

Mussel-fouled boat caught at Anaconda

Invasive mussels were found on a boat stopped at an inspection station in Anaconda on Friday.

Deborah Jo 'Debbie' Weaver, 60

Deborah Jo “Debbie” Weaver, 60, “went to be with the Lord” on April 19, 2018.

Pivotal police chief Ted Waggener dies at 93

Ted W. Waggener, who died on April 18 at the age of 93, was police chief of Kalispell for seven years and made some significant improvements in the department during his tenure.

FVCC accepting Eagle Award nominations

Flathead Valley Community College is now accepting nominations for community members to be considered for the prestigious Eagle Award.

Owner reunited with wad of cash

According to Kalispell Police, a good Samaritan returned a missing wallet to a very appreciative owner, according to police. The man found the wallet in the gutter and it contained a large amount of cash and credit cards. He brought it to police, who got it to the owner.

Wolfpack boys pick up 11 firsts at Cinco Meet

The Glacier Cinco Meet at Glacier High School Thursday afternoon had five double winners on a near perfect day weather wise for track.

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Sentinel slips away from Glacier

Softball, like so many sports, can often be a game of inches.

Flathead blasts Big Sky 15-5, falls to Sentinel

Flathead ended the day on a winning note by whipping Missoula Big Sky 15-5 in Western AA softball play at Kidsports Complex on Thursday evening.

Polson netters clobber C-Falls

POLSON — The Polson girls swept to a 7-0 win while the boys cruised to a 5-2 victory over Columbia Falls in a Northwest A conference tennis matchup on Thursday afternoon.

Bear captured in West Glacier after killing 2 llamas

State wildlife officials captured a black bear in West Glacier and are relocating it to Glacier National Park.

Chickens saved from Lake Blaine structure fire

An Evergreen Fire Rescue paramedic used artificial breathing equipment to revive some chickens that were inside a mobile home that caught fire Tuesday evening near Lake Blaine.

Scream it out

We scream for many reasons: when we’re scared, excited, overjoyed and in pain.

Radiothon to highlight Glacier Symphony

For more than three decades, the Glacier Symphony and Chorale has been brining classical music to the Flathead Valley. The 60-member orchestra and 70-person chorale has been dubbed a “treasure” by its supporters, who flock to annual shows like Festival Amadeus and holiday concerts.

World-class musicians to take the stage at Valley Voices concert

The Valley Voices need your help. The singing sensation have been going since 2000 and are hoping to raise $7,000 to purchase new music, risers and storage. The 50-member chorus performs four free concerts each year and at venues throughout the Flathead Valley, like local nursing homes and the Conrad Mansion. Two years ago, the Voices even took the stage at New York City’s Carnegie Hall.

The times, they are a-changin'

The universe bestowed some monumental shifts in the way our world functions during the month of April.

Project Whitefish Wine and Food Fest to be Kentucky Derby themed

Flathead locals and visitors are cordially invited to enjoy an annual Whitefish tradition: Project Whitefish Wine and Food Fest. For the last 29 years, Whitefish has hosted the annual wine tasting, food festival and auction.

Legals April 25, 2018

No. 25346 CITY OF KALISPELL REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS GRANDVIEW LIFT STATION REBUILD CITY OF KALISPELL REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR GRANDVIEW LIFT STATION REBUILD. The City of Kalispell seeks to procure a qualified professional consulting engineer to provide professional engineering services including analysis and design for the reconstruction of the Grandview Lift Station. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be received by the City Clerk at 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana, by 5:00 p.m. local time, May 10, 2018. Additional information concerning this Request for Qualifications can be found online at www.kalispell.com, under the Bids & Proposals tab located on the home page (http://kalispell.com/bids.aspx). Further questions pertaining to the selection process should be directed to Keith Haskins, City Engineer, at 758-7727 or khaskins@kalispell.com. April 25, 29, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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- ImagineIF Libraries board meets at 9 a.m., meeting room, Kalispell. Call Kim Crowley, 758-5826.

Rivers begin rising with warm-up

A stretch of beautiful weather is on tap for Northwest Montana this week with the forecast showing some of the warmest temperatures of the season.

Moviegoers going nowhere after show

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Glacier takes questions on Sperry rebuild

The push to rebuild Sperry Chalet continued Monday with a meeting on the project’s draft environmental assessment at Flathead Valley Community College.

Hospitals prep for Medicaid funding cuts

Hospitals across Montana are preparing for a decrease in Medicaid funding through layoffs and program “realignments” as the fallout from last year’s state budget shortfall continues to land on Montana’s health care providers.

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Kalista Heidi Nevaeh Lamp, daughter of Jr., Kevin and Shirin Lamp of Yaak, was born Jan. 27 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Alma Schumaier, 93

Alma Schumaier, 93, passed away Friday, April 13, 2018.

Special Olympics Torch Run travels through Flathead

The Special Olympics Montana Law Enforcement Torch Run will head through both Whitefish and Kalispell on Thursday, April 26.

Ted W. Waggener, 93

Ted W. Waggener, of Kalispell, passed peacefully on April 18, 2018.

Adam G. Alexander Jr., 88

Cdr. Adam G. Alexander Jr., known to all as Alex, the father to two and mentor to many, passed quietly in his sleep at the ripe old age of 88, on Saturday, April 14, 2018, in Whitefish.

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First, a huge thank you to Mr. John Hendricks and his wonderful staff at KGEZ AM 600 Radio. Their enthusiastic and energetic support of Glacier Symphony, and our first ever RadioThon, is a gift to all of us, and of immense value.

Kalispell police to donate unclaimed bicycles

Kalispell residents who have had a bicycle lost or stolen in the last several months will want to make efforts to claim it as soon as possible.

Giselle Antionette Harring, 94

Giselle Antionette Harring, 94, passed away April 15, 2018, at Whitefish Care.

Libby's Johnston wins IMG World Junior Open qualifier

Libby’s Ryggs Johnston added another bullet to his impressive resume with a win in the 15-18 age division of the IMG World Junior Open Qualifier at Primm Valley Golf Course near Las Vegas on April 14-15.

Inane rule yields unnecesary consequences for Stillwater

It’s rather inconspicuous, even slotted near the top of what seems like a full-length book of MHSA bylaws.

Hill, Morley chalk up best times on track

A day after running away from the field to set the 3200-meter meet record at the Top 10 track meet on Missoula, Annie Hill dominated the latest Montana Track & Field Elite list in similar fashion.

Lakers AA belt Mariners A in Legion baseball season opener

POLSON — Johan Freudenburg had four hits and Taylor Morton drove in six runs as the Kalispell Lakers AA opened the American Legion baseball season Wednesday evening with a 25-0 triumph over the Mission Valley Mariners A.

Legals April 24, 2018

No. 25330 INVITATION TO BID DOUBLE ARROW RANCH LAND OWNERS' ASSOCIATION ROAD MAINTENANCE AND SNOW REMOVAL CONTRACT The Double Arrow Land Owners' Association is seeking bids on the general maintenance and the winter maintenance of approximately 29 miles of roads on the Double Arrow Ranch near Seeley lake, Montana. Copies of the detailed invitation to bid (ITB) including a description of the services to be provided by the respondents can be obtained by contacting the office at 3166 Hwy 83, Suite104, Seeley Lake, MT. Email is darloa@blackfoot.net . Phone is 677-2030. All bids must be submitted to the DARLOA office by 2:00pm on May 21, 2018 April 19, 24, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Fair-Mont-Egan principal resigns

The Fair-Mont-Egan School principal and school board chairwoman have resigned in the wake of a board decision not to renew the principal’s contract without cause.

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The University of Montana is still in the early stages of transformation under the leadership of university president Seth Bodnar.

Flathead LGBTQ+ Alliance offers safe space for gay, trans and questioning youth

On Wednesday night in the basement of the ImagineIF Library in Kalispell more than two dozen students and parents formed a circle of chairs.

Loggers bash Bravettes, 15-2

Libby’s current stretch of five nonconference games has brought out the creative side of longtime head coach Dean Thompson.

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Smith, Kent power Polson past Frenchtown

POLSON — Leadoff hitter Kaelyn Smith smacked a triple to left field in the bottom of the first inning to spark the offense early and Vanessa Kent was stellar in the circle as Polson shut down Frenchtown 5-0 in a nonconference Class A softball clash on Tuesday evening.

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A single-story residential trailer was gutted by a fire Sunday evening in Bigfork on Highway 83, according to information from the Flathead County Sherif’s Department.

Rochelle 'Shelley' Juster, 70

Rochelle “Shelley” Juster, 70, passed away April 16, 2018, after persevering through Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, as well as several difficult illnesses, end stage renal disease, Parkinson’s disease and fibromyalgia.

Legals April 23, 2018

No. 25340 Montana Eleventh Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Adam Richardson: Adam Richardson, Petitioner Cause No. DV-18-228A AMY EDDY Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Adam Timothy Guy Richardson to Adam Timothy Guy Wassam. The hearing will be on May 22, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: April 9, 2018 PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ SARA SMITH Deputy Clerk of Court April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

A spirit of service

You’ll find her, any given Friday afternoon, plugging away at the piano. Over the buzz of conversation at the Kalispell Senior Center, you’ll hear familiar hymnals and old sing-along songs, as Ruth Pomeroy plays her way through the lunch hour. Afterwards, she’ll grab a bite to eat and hold court in the dining hall, greeting fellow volunteers, seniors and employees at the Flathead Agency on Aging, a place where she has donated so many of the hours in her twilight years.

Weekly Bigfork market takes fresh approach

Bigfork will have a new reason to love Mondays this summer as the all-new Bigfork Village Market joins the downtown scene beginning in May.

Above and beyond

Selected from among her colleagues by her colleagues, Shannon Hunt was named the 2017 Dispatcher of the Year based on her unyielding efforts as a dispatcher, an office encourager and a community servant.

Jail consultants to present costs, options for new facility

The consultants leading the planning process for a new Flathead County jail will present their findings to the county commissioners at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, in the commissioner chambers at the courthouse in Kalispell.

Legals April 22, 2018

No. 25331 CITY OF COLUMBIA FALLS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HB 473 Bridge and Road Safety and Accountability Act The Columbia Falls City Council will hold a public hearing for the purpose of allocating HB 473 Bridge and Road Safety and Accountability Program Funds on Monday, May 7, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 130 6th ST. West, Columbia Falls, MT. The City Council is proposing to request distribution of this year's HB 473 funds, in the amount of $34,277.40, to overlay/repair 4th Avenue West from 9th St West to 3rd St West and to overlay/repair the 1st Ave East/9th St E intersection. Citizens are encouraged to attend the hearing or to provide written comments to the City Clerk at 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Dated this 16th Day of April, 2018 Barb Staaland City Clerk April 22, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Twitter inspires Kalispell woman to try new business model

One local businesswoman is aiming to bring a business trend that started in Los Angeles, and has since erupted in metropolitan areas the world over, into the Flathead Valley.

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It is clear that the editorial board of this paper has lost sight of the fact that we are a nation of laws and not of men. To suggest that an elected official or officials can make decisions which are in contravention of the law and then can not be challenged under the laws that govern decision making by said officials is ridiculous.

Libby Dam is a regional fixture for over four decades

The scale of Libby Dam is clear at a distance. Jake Williams, its natural resource specialist, is well-versed in its specifics.

Albertus VandenBerg, 86

“Dearest Family and Friends, I’ve gone home to my Father’s house, where I will spend the rest of my days in eternal life.

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Shirley Marie Fournier Miller, 82

Shirley Marie Fournier Miller, born July 1, 1935, passed away in Kalispell on March 11, 2018.

Lucille Edna 'Lucy' (Hempel) Jensen, 86

Lucy passed away peacefully in her sleep March 5, 2018, at Hidden Meadows Memory Care in Columbia Falls, following a long, difficult struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.

'The times, they are a changin' for retail

It’s been a week of big business news in the Flathead, topped by the looming closure of our spacious, refurbished Herberger’s store in Kalispell Center Mall. A lot of friends in my age group are lamenting the loss.

Myron A. Woodward, 81

On Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018, Myron A. “Woody” Woodward “began eternal life.” Welcoming him home were his son, Rick, and grandson, Trenton.

City of Kalispell releases pavement restoration list for 2018

The city of Kalispell has released the list of roads scheduled for pavement restoration projects in the 2018 construction season.

Gordon Lee Opel, 64

Gordon Opel of Whitefish and formerly of Missoula, “earned his Wings” as the Blackfeet say, when he passed away on March 30, 2018. He died in his home surrounded by his loving children, Fraiser, Ellie, Marshall and his wife and primary adventure partner of 34 years, Jessie.

Robert Edward Jones, 67

Robert E. Jones, 67, of Hereford, Arizona, passed away April 2, 2018, in Tucson, Arizona.

Virginia and Paul Miller

Virginia and Paul Miller of Libby celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on April 13. They were married in Ronan where they were both raised only 5 miles apart in the Round Butte area. They moved to Libby after their marriage and have resided there ever since.

Herberger's: Farewell to a good neighbor

The news last week that the popular Herberger’s department store in Kalispell Center Mall will be liquidated as its corporate owner goes into bankruptcy court was a gut punch to the Kalispell business community. Just nine months ago Herberger’s held a grand opening for a 40,000-square-foot addition and complete revamp that doubled the size of the store and established it as one of the biggest retailers in downtown Kalispell.

Donna Mae (Leland) Crotty, 89

Donna Mae (Leland) Crotty, 89, passed away on April 13, 2018, in Kalispell.

James Bennett Thompson, 78

James Bennett Thompson passed away April 18, 2018, at home in Bigfork, with family by his side.

More opinions on ballot initiative and elections

Vote NO on Ballot Initiative 17-01. Here’s why:

Benefits of Libby Dam, others up for debate as U.S. and Canada prepare to renegotiate the Columbia River Treaty

Day and night, five turbines hum at the base of Libby Dam. Spun by water from its reservoir, Lake Koocanusa, each one can generate 120 megawatts of power — enough for 87,600 homes.

Let's have a public discussion about school issues

I appreciate the response to my letter about school elections by Ray Antley. At least someone is involved and through discussion all of us can learn about the issues which will help all of us make better decisions when casting our ballots.

GHS principal poised for assistant superintendent position

Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr is being recommended as the new assistant superintendent of Kalispell Public Schools.

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It is time for a practical lesson on tribalism over patriotism in U.S. politics today.

Pa. sheriff takes on NRA boycotters

BUTLER, Pa. — A Western Pennsylvania sheriff has issued an order within his department to not conduct county sheriff business with any of the corporations that have decided to cut ties with members of the National Rifle Association.

District considers allowing cell tower atop FHS

Kalispell Public Schools is holding a public comment period through May 11 on a proposal from Verizon Wireless to have a cell tower installed atop Flathead High School.

The whole dam thing

Is Montana getting short-changed to the tune of $60 million per year?

Our lands and homes were taken from us and destroyed. Our way of life was stolen and drowned. It was a disaster for life along the old Kootenai River and neighboring mountainsides. More doom could yet come from the Columbia River Treaty.

Legals April 21, 2018

No. 25214 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, hereby gives notice, pursuant to Section 76-2-205(1), M.C.A., that it will hold a public hearing to consider a change the zoning designation in a portion of the Highway 93 North Zoning District from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to SAG-5 (Suburban Agricultural). The boundaries of the area proposed to be amended from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to SAG-5 (Suburban Agricultural) are described as: Lot 8 of Rolling Meadows, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana. and Parcel 8A of Certificate of Survey No. 17986, that portion of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4SW1/4) of Section 8, and the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE1/4NW1/4) of Section 17, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Tract 2 of Certificate of Survey No. 3811, that portion of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4SW1/4) of Section 8, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Parcel B of Certificate of Survey No. 16719, that portion of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter (S1/2SW1/4) of Section 8, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, & North Half of the Northwest Quarter (N1/2NW1/4) of Section 17, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. The regulations defining the SAG-10 and SAG-5 zones are contained in the Flathead County Zoning Regulations on file for public inspection at the Office of the Board of Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office, 40 11th Street West, Kalispell, Montana, and on the Planning and Zoning Office's website at: http://flathead.mt.gov/planning_zoning/downloads.php. Documents related to the proposed zone change are also on for file for public inspection at the Commissioners' Office and at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office. The public hearing will be held on the 7th day of May, 2018, at 9:00 o'clock a.m. in the Commissioners' Chambers, Third Floor, Old Courthouse, Kalispell, Montana. At the public hearing, the Board of Commissioners will give the public an opportunity to be heard regarding the proposed change to the Highway 93 North Zoning District. Written comments are encouraged and will be reviewed by the Commissioners prior to the hearing. DATED this 13th day of March, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chairman April 21, 28, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

School elections, levies approaching

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- Global Youth Service Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 21 at the Kalispell Public Schools central kitchen located at 106 Northwest Lane in Kalispell. There will be yoga, T-shirt making, gardening and cooking activities. For more information, visit www.gysd.org, call 261-5569 or email gretchen@farmhandsnourish.org.

Tester talks law enforcement at Glacier Park International

On Friday morning, Senator Jon Tester, D-Mont., visited Glacier Park National Airport for a meeting with Northwest Montana law enforcement officials.

District Music Festival results

Northwest Montana’s student musicians showcased their talent at the District 1 Music Festival.

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- Flathead Valley Community College Stumpjumper Days, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the FVCC Logger Sports Arena. Logger sports competitions. Free. Public welcome.

Flathead boys wins Swede Dahlberg

BUTTE — A solid all-around effort yielded the Flathead boys track and field team the narrowest of victories on Friday at the Swede Dahlberg Invitational despite capturing just one individual championship.

Finally, a truly bipartisan issue: We all hate robocalls

A funny thing happened on the way to this week’s column — Sen. Jon Tester did something I liked.

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Flathead Valley Community College’s logger sports team hosted the 2018 Stumpjumper Days competition on April 21. The event ran from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the FVCC Logger Sports Arena. Athletes competed for the Bull of the Woods, Belle of the Woods and Top Team Awards in events such as the axe throw, horizontal hard hit chop, obstacle pole buck, single buck and bonzaii logger.

Titles for Glacier, Flathead

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Softball Bravettes sweep Hellgate for first wins of season

Flathead softball picked up its first two wins of the season in emphatic fashion on Saturday against Missoula Hellgate at Kidsports Complex.

Amateur snake wranglers call for back up

A student was reportedly bitten by a dog while playing tennis at a court off U.S. 93.

Candidates rally for Second Amendment

This past Thursday, three Flathead Valley organizations — Liberty Fellowship, Frontier Guns & Ammo and Hosanna Health Care — marked the anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord, also known as Patriots’ Day, with a gun rights rally at the Flathead County Fairgrounds.

Police trying to ID fire suspect

The hunt continues for a male suspect believed to have been involved in a fire that broke out at a business on West Center Street in Kalispell early Thursday morning.

Legals April 20, 2018

No. 25266 NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGULAR VOTER REGISTRATION AND OPTION FOR LATE REGISTRATION Notice is hereby given that regular* voter registration for the local special district election for Deer Park School District No.2 which will be held on May 22, 2018, will close at 5:00 PM on April 23, 2018. *NOTE: If you miss this regular registration deadline, you may still register for the election by showing up at the Flathead County Election Office up to and including on Election Day. Between noon and the close of business on the day before Election Day, you can complete and submit a voter registration card, but you will need to return to the Flathead County Election Office on Election Day to pick up and vote a ballot or for instructions on where to pick up and vote a ballot. All qualified active and inactive registered electors of each district are entitled to vote in said elections. Persons who wish to register and who are not presently registered may do so by requesting a form for registration by mail or by appearing at the Flathead County Election Office, 40 11th St West #230, Kalispell, Montana. If you have moved, please update your registration information by filling out a new voter registration card and submitting it to the Flathead County Election Office. Dated this 28th day of March, 2018 Debbie Pierson Flathead County Election Administrator By: Diana A Carson Election Deputy Clerk April 6, 13, 20, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Voters consider school levies, trustees

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- Cayuse Prairie School board special meeting at 7:45 a.m. Public welcome.

Shirley Marie Fournier Miller

Shirley Marie Fournier Miller, born July 1, 1935, passed away in Kalispell on March 11, 2018.

Athlete's Foot closing after 29 years in Kalispell

The Athlete’s Foot store on Main Street in Kalispell is closing its doors after nearly three decades of operation.

Rosendale talks policy, touts endorsements

State Auditor Matt Rosendale visited the Daily Inter Lake recently to discuss his candidacy for U.S. Senate. He is among a slate of four Republicans seeking to unseat Sen. Jon Tester.

Glacier's Hill shines at Optimist Invitational track

BUTTE — Glacier’s Annie Hill was the bright spot on an otherwise middling day for both Kalispell girls track and field teams at the Optimist Invitational, moved to Butte from its normal home in Great Falls due to track conditions.

Atlee's slam highlights Glacier rout of Hellgate

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Steve Hullet Invitational Bigfork girls 4th, boys 5th

BIGFORK — The Bigfork girls just missed out on a top three finish at the Steve Hullet Invitational golf tournament on Thursday at Eagle Bend Golf Club.

Polson wallops Browning in softball

POLSON — Polson annihilated Browning 30-0 on Thursday evening in a lopsided battle of Northwest A conference softball foes.

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Wrestling USA Magazine named Flathead the No. 37 team in the nation after the Braves captured a second consecutive Class AA team title at the state wrestling tournament in February.

Police investigate suspicious fire at local business

Police are investigating a suspicious fire that broke out at a Kalispell business early Thursday morning.

Herberger's liquidation sale begins

The Herberger’s at Kalispell Center Mall will begin a liquidation sale Friday morning following their parent company Bon-Ton’s sale to liquidators, according to store manager Gary Evans.

Legals April 19, 2018

No. 25330 INVITATION TO BID DOUBLE ARROW RANCH LAND OWNERS' ASSOCIATION ROAD MAINTENANCE AND SNOW REMOVAL CONTRACT The Double Arrow Land Owners' Association is seeking bids on the general maintenance and the winter maintenance of approximately 29 miles of roads on the Double Arrow Ranch near Seeley lake, Montana. Copies of the detailed invitation to bid (ITB) including a description of the services to be provided by the respondents can be obtained by contacting the office at 3166 Hwy 83, Suite104, Seeley Lake, MT. Email is darloa@blackfoot.net . Phone is 677-2030. All bids must be submitted to the DARLOA office by 2:00pm on May 21, 2018 April 19, 24, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Humane Society fund gives pup second chance

A Puerto Rican puppy found on death’s doorstep was given a second chance and a new home in Northwest Montana thanks to a Libby man.

Patriots' Day Rally spotlights gun rights

On Thursday, April 19, a Patriots’ Day Rally in support of gun rights will be held at the Flathead County Fairgrounds.

Hearing set for school garbage fee increase

School districts throughout Flathead County on Tuesday, April 24, will have a chance to weigh in on a Solid Waste District proposal that will double or triple the garbage disposal fees for most districts.

Pet pot-belly provokes police pursuit

According to a Kalispell Police report, a pot-bellied pig reportedly got loose of its harness and refused to give up its newfound freedom, forcing its owners to call for police back-up to catch it.

Iconic hardware store plans move to U.S. 93

Nelson’s Hardware, an iconic downtown Whitefish business for more than 70 years, is embarking on its next chapter — a potential relocation to U.S. 93 South and an ownership transfer to the next generation of the Nelson family.

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Never too late to create

Michael Wear’s quaint first-floor apartment is part living space, part studio, with vivid paintings adorning the walls and works in progress drying on a table at the center of his home.

Flathead Valley LIVE on Stage dissolves

Flathead Valley LIVE on Stage, the longest-running performance arts presentation organization in the Flathead Valley, will not be returning this year after the board of directors voted to end operations after the 2016-2017 season. The difficult decision, reached in March of 2017, was made because of fierce competition for the entertainment dollar, a dwindling audience base and difficulty finding volunteers to fill critical board positions.

Weekly Events: April 19-25

THURSDAY, APRIL 19

Afrofusion dance instructor shares love for movement

Name: Leslie Yancey

The Second Act - Virtually Acting

My first movie, “A Public Execution,” had its public premiere earlier this month at the Bigfork Independent Film Festival. Admittedly a modest effort, it was my hands-on way of learning what filmmaking is like and how it compares to stage production.

Kalispell Herberger's facing liquidation

Nine months after the Herberger’s in Kalispell Center Mall completed a yearlong renovation, its corporate owner Bon-Ton has put the local department store on a list of 200 locations nationwide that will likely be liquidated this spring.

Legals April 18, 2018

No. 25191 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, hereby gives notice, pursuant to Section 76-2-205(1), M.C.A., that it will hold a public hearing to consider a change in the zoning designation in a portion of the Blanchard Lake Zoning District from AG-20 (Agricultural) to SAG-5 (Suburban Agricultural). The boundaries of the area proposed to be amended from AG-20 (Agricultural) to SAG-5 (Suburban Agricultural) are described as: The subject property is located at 140 Squirrel Lane near Whitefish and can legally be described as Tract 1 of Certificate of Survey No. 10663, located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 23, Township 30 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. The regulations defining the AG-20 and SAG-5 zones are contained in the Flathead County Zoning Regulations on file for public inspection at the Office of the Board of Commissioners, 800 S Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office, 40 11th St West, Kalispell, Montana, and on the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office's website at: http://flathead.mt.gov/planning_zoning/downloads.php. Documents related to the proposed zone change are also on for file for public inspection at the Commissioners' Office and at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office. The public hearing will be held on the 25th day of April, 2018 at 10:30 o'clock a.m. in the Commissioners' Chambers, Third Floor, Old Courthouse, Kalispell, Montana. At the public hearing, the Board of Commissioners will give the public an opportunity to be heard regarding the proposed change to the Blanchard Lake Zoning District. Written comments are encouraged and will be reviewed by the Commissioners prior to the hearing if received by the Flathead County Commissioners' Office at least three business days prior to the hearing. DATED this 5th day of March, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chairman April 11, 18, 2018 MNAXLP ________________________

Joseph 'Big Joe' Edward Cook, 50

Joseph “Big Joe” Edward Cook “was called home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” on April 9, 2018, after losing his courageous battle with brain cancer.

Serial litterer may be full of rubbish

Someone on Capistrano Drive in Kalispell reportedly asked the Flathead County Sheriff’s Department if fingerprinting trash was possible in order to identify a serial litterer because “everyone knows it’s the same person littering all the time.”

Thomas 'Tom' Gallery, 69

Thomas “Tom” Gallery, 69, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 13, 2018.

Avalanche center issues spring advisory

The Flathead Avalanche Center is warning backcountry users that dangers still exist in the mountain snowpack despite on onset of spring.

Tuition going up for out-of-district students

Tuition will increase for out-of-district students wishing to attend Kalispell Public Schools beginning in the 2018-19 school year.

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Longtime manager is new owner of Kalispell's Rocky Mountain Outfitter

Rocky Mountain Outfitter, the iconic downtown Kalispell store with a mountaineer sculpture hanging from the facade — is experiencing the first change of ownership in its 42-year history.

Proposal dedicates officer to handle internet crimes against children

Faced with the need for more expertise to investigate internet crimes against children, the Whitefish Police Department will base one of its current police officers at the United States Department of Homeland Security office in Kalispell.

Allen DeWilde Potts, 78

Allen DeWilde Potts passed away peacefully at his home in Lakeside on Monday, April 16, 2018. He was 78.

French bulldog art show aims to bring smiles

A Kalispell artist has teamed up with Lakeside Elementary to put her latest art installation to use helping children develop social and communication skills.

Glacier's Larson, Hill stand out on Elite Track & Field list

Six Flathead Valley athletes have logged the top time or mark in Montana in their respective track and field events thus far this season, according to a new Montana Elite Track & Field list released Wednesday.

LeBron's time to make his case is running ever shorter

It seems borderline blasphemous to even speak of such a day now, but the time will come when LeBron James will cease to be the LeBron James we’ve become all too accustomed to seeing.

Glacier seeks new Sperry with old walls

Sperry Chalet’s 18-inch-thick stone walls sheltered Glacier National Park hikers for over a century. If the park has its way, they will again soon.

Legals April 17, 2018

No. 25285 INVITATION TO BID FLATHEAD VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE LEARNING COMMONS ADDITION 725 GRANDVIEW DRIVE, KALISPELL, MT Flathead Valley Community College is requesting Bids from qualified General Contractors for the Learning Commons Addition to the existing Rebecca Chaney Broussard Center. The project located at 725 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT. The new addition is approximately 12,000 square-foot which includes library space and a learning commons. The anticipated construction start is Mid-May with a completion dates of Spring 2019. The one percent (1%) Montana Gross Receipts Construction and Montana Prevailing Wage Rates are both applicable. Copies of the construction documents and specifications can be obtained online http://www.montanabid.com or from local Montana plans exchanges beginning Thursday, April 12th, 2018. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on site on Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 at 3:30 PM. The meeting will be conducted on site. Those attending are to meet at the front entry of the existing building located at 725 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT. The deadline for all subcontractors and supplier RFIs and substitution requests is 4:00pm, April 24th, 2018. All bidding questions should be directed to CTA Kalispell, Fran Quiram, at 406.257.8172 or emailed to franq@ctagroup.com. Sealed Bids will be received by the Business Services Office, BH/SCA Building, c/o Steve Larson until 3:00 PM local time, Tuesday, May 1st, 2018. No faxed or emailed Bids will be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately thereafter in the adjacent Boardroom #140 in the Blake Hall Student Center and Admin Building BH/SCA building located on the Flathead Valley Community College campus at 777 Grandview Drive. All Sealed Bids must be clearly marked, "Flathead Valley Community College - Learning Commons Addition". All Sealed Bids must be submitted on the Bid Form found in the Specifications and signed by an officer or a person duly authorized to sign Bids. ONLY BIDS RECEIVED BY THE SPECIFIED TIME AND AT THE SPECIFIED LOCATION WILL BE CONSIDERED. LATE BIDS WILL NOT BE OPENED. Bid Security in the amount of 10 percent (10%) of the total Bid must accompany each Bid. This Security shall be in the form of a cashiers check, certified check, bank draft or bank money order, in any case drawn and issued by a federally chartered or state chartered bank insured by the federal deposit insurance corporation, or a Bid Bond executed by a surety corporation authorized to do business in the State of Montana payable to Flathead Valley Community College. All bids will be taken under advisement. Flathead Valley Community College reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and Alternates, to waive formalities that do not affect the fairness of the Bid process, reject nonconforming, irregular, non-responsive or conditional Bids, and to accept the Bid deemed in the best interest of the College. Flathead Valley Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Pending an acceptable bid the FVCC Board will issue a Notice of Award and execute a lump sum contract. Within 10 calendar days after the Notice of award the Successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract. April 10, 17, 24, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

Kalispell retailer takes part in sales-tax case

A Kalispell entrepreneur has been drawn into a U.S. Supreme Court case that could shape the future of e-commerce.

Lincoln County being hurt by state move

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners wants to share our dismay with a recent decision by Montana Department of Environmental Quality and the governor’s office to file a violation against Hecla Mining under the “permit prohibition” provision of Montana Metal Mine Act. We support the Act’s provisions which holds mining operators responsible for cleanup and reclamation of their mining operations. However, we believe the state is misapplying the statute in this instance. Montana Code Annotated 82-4-360 states: “a person may not conduct mining or exploration activities in this state if that person or any firm or business association of which that person was a principal or controlling member had a bond forfeited under this part, if the department otherwise received proceeds from a surety to perform reclamation on that person’s behalf, or if the person’s surety completed reclamation on the person’s behalf.”

Red Sand Project raises human trafficking awareness

The Red Sand Project, a participatory artwork event that aims to bring awareness to the global problem of human trafficking and modern-day slavery, will be held at noon Wednesday, April 25, at the Flathead Valley Community College Arts & Technology Building.

Allen D. Potts, 78

Allen D. Potts, 78, of Lakeside, died Monday, April 16, 2018, at his home.

Eureka wins block grant for sewer system

The city of Eureka has won a $450,000 grant for the extension of the city’s centralized wastewater-collection system.

Edie Hey, 70

Edie Hey “met her Lord and Savior” on April 11, 2018.

FVCC to offer Maker Skills course

Flathead Valley Community College will introduce a new introductory class for those interested in learning design and creation of electro-mechanics this fall.

Nonprofits chosen for upcoming Great Fish Challenge

The Whitefish Community Foundation this week announced the 50 nonprofit organizations that will be part of the foundation’s fourth annual Great Fish Community Challenge this summer.

Bigfork zone change approved

The Flathead County commissioners on Monday gave final approval to a zone change that will allow commercial and residential development of about 68 acres with highway frontage near Bigfork.

Stray billy goat lassoed for owner

A stray billy goat reportedly approached someone while out for a stroll. The person reportedly tied a rope around the goat and waited for the owner to claim it.

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Wherever bottling plants arise, so too does corruption and the defilement of public governance.

Glacier boys, girls blow by Flathead

Most track and field teams dread the conditions both teams experienced at the Glacier-Flathead Dual at Glacier High School on Tuesday afternoon.

Shuffled lineup pays dividends as Glacier sweeps Flathead

Glacier head softball coach Abby Connolly saw a disturbing trend during her team’s losses to Helena Capital and Helena High last Saturday.

Glacier, Flathead netters top Columbia Falls

Glacier and Flathead tuned-up for this weekend’s Kalispell Invitational tennis tournament with dual action Thursday against Columbia Falls on the courts at Flathead Valley Community College.

Polson's Smith to play softball for Lady Griz softball

Polson High School softball player Kaelyn Smith’s college choice was in limbo when then University of Montana softball coach Jamie Pinkerton stepped down as coach of the Lady Griz to accept a softball coaching position at Iowa State University.

E. coli outbreak suspected in Flathead

Montana is the latest state to have confirmed cases of E. coli in a multi-state outbreak linked to chopped romaine lettuce sourced from Yuma, Arizona.

Legals April 16, 2018

No. 25318 INVITATION FOR BIDS 2018 AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS AIP NO. 3-30-0046-053-2018 GLACIER PARK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT KALISPELL, MONTANA Sealed Bids for AIP No. 3-30-0046-053-2018, at Glacier Park International Airport, Kalispell, Montana, will be received by the Flathead Municipal Airport Authority, 4170 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, Montana 59901, until 10:00 a.m., local time, on May 15, 2018, and then opened, read aloud and canvassed. The work involved includes the following: Schedule I General Aviation Apron Drainage Improvements (Federal) Schedule II Seal Coat General Aviation Apron (Federal) Schedule III Seal Coat General Aviation Apron (Non-Federal) Schedule IV Rehabilitate General Aviation Apron (Federal) Schedule V Rehabilitate General Aviation Tiedown Apron (Federal) Schedule VI Jet Center - Seal Coat and Drainage Improvements (Non-Federal) A complete set of Plans and Bidding Requirements and Contract Documents may be obtained on or after April 17, 2018 on Montanabid.com. The major work items for Schedule I and VI includes replacing heaving pipes in asphalt pavement and modifying drainage structures. Schedules II, III, and VI entail seal coat across pavement. Schedule IV includes cold planing, asphalt paving, pavement marking, unclassified excavation, and electrical light adjustments. Schedule V entails cold planing, asphalt paving, removal of tie downs and installation of new tiedowns, and pavement marking. Since a federal grant from the Federal Aviation Administration is involved in this project, the provision of Montana law giving preference of three percent (3%) to a Montana resident over a non-resident Bidder does not apply to this project. Each bid must be accompanied by a Certified Check or Cashier's Check in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid, made payable to the Flathead Municipal Airport Authority, or by Bid Bond in like amount executed by a Surety Company. The Bidder must supply all the information required by the Bidding Requirements and Contract Documents. The Flathead Municipal Airport Authority reserves the right to waive any informality in or to reject any or all portions of the various bid items or reject any and all bids and make the award deemed in the best interest of the Airport Authority. No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days from the opening thereof. All bidders are advised to examine the site to become familiar with all site conditions. The project will be discussed and shown to interested bidders at 10:00 a.m., local time on May 1, 2018, at the Flathead Municipal Airport Authority, 4170 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. The proposed contract is under and subject to Executive Order 11246 and 11375, as amended, and to the Affirmative Action goals and timetables for minority and female participation. Minimum wage rates as established by the Secretary of Labor are applicable to the Federal schedules of this project. Any questions must be submitted to Molly Hoppe, CH2M, via email to molly.hoppe@ch2m.com. Questions are due by 10:00 a.m., May 8, 2018. Questions received after this time will not be accepted. April 16, 30, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Whitefish poised to adopt climate-action plan

A plan that offers tangible ways to strengthen the community’s resilience to future climate-change impacts is the focus of a Whitefish City Council public hearing on Monday, April 16.

Up close and personal

Outdone with small talk and bored with face value, Rebecca Johns of Bigfork has made a career of getting to know people and helping them do the same for themselves.

Olszewski, Rosendale debate at Lincoln-Reagan Brunch

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Land use tops Kalispell council agenda

The Kalispell City Council will convene on Monday evening at 7 to give final approval to a six-lot commercial subdivision near the intersection of Treeline Road and Old Reserve Drive, among other things.

Bear (spray) season is here

A man walked into a local store, pushed over a cookie display and started cussing at employees, according to Kalispell Police Department dispatch logs. He eventually moved on, but one employee was cut on the arm from the falling cookie display. They denied medical attention.

James Matthew Turner 58

James Matthew Turner was born July 31, 1959, in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He died April 4, 2018, in Kalispell of natural causes.

Legals April 15, 2018

No. 25241 INVITATION FOR BIDS The City of Kalispell, Montana will receive sealed bids for the Westside Interceptor Project. The project includes furnishing labor, materials and equipment required to complete five (5) schedules of work. The separate schedules are as follows: Schedule 1 includes installing approximately 8,000 linear feet of 30 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and replacing approximately 1,100 linear feet of 18 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and replacing approximately 2,000 linear feet of 8 inch PVC C900, DR18 water main. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer service connections, water main/service adjustments, fire hydrant assemblies, water main/service connections, water services, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 2 includes installing approximately 6,750 linear feet of 30 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 4,000 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 400 linear feet of 30 inch PVC C900, DR18 sewer main, and approximately 100 linear feet of 48 inch steel casing via Bore and Jack installation. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 3 includes installing approximately 700 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 2,900 linear feet of dual 12 inch PVC C900, DR 18 sewer force main, and approximately 350 linear feet of 48 inch steel casing via Bore and Jack installations. Also included in this schedule is a new Lift Station and 4 lift station abandonments. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 4 includes installing approximately 4,000 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 8,200 linear feet of 24 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 2,600 linear feet of 21 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 5 includes installing approximately 4,550 linear feet of 10 inch PVC C900. DR 18 sewer force main, and approximately 1,500 linear feet of 10 inch HDPE, DR 11 sewer force main via Horizontal Directional Drill installations. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer force main connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Bidding documents may be examined at the City of Kalispell Public Works Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. Phone 406-758-7720. Bidding requirements are listed on the city of Kalispell website, and Plans and specifications may also be examined beginning no later than Friday, March 23, 2018, through QuestCDN. The City of Kalispell portal to QuestCDN is located on the City of Kalispell website at www.kalispell.com/clerk/proiects_bids_proposals.php. The City will be only accepting online electronic bids through QuestCDN. Pre-Bid Meetings will be held in the Main Level City Hall Council Chambers, 201 1st Ave. East, Kalispell, MT 59901 as follows: Schedule 1 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 5, 2018 Schedule 2 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 12, 2018 Schedule 3 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018 Schedules 4 & 5 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 26, 2018 Interested Bidders are encouraged to attend the Pre-Bid Meetings. Bids will be received by QuestCDN for the schedules as follows: Schedule 1 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 12, 2018 Schedule 2 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018 Schedule 3 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 26, 2018 Schedules 4 & 5 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, May 3, 2018 All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the time and date shown above for the appropriate schedule(s) in the Main Level City Hall Council Chambers, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. City of Kalispell Aimee Brunckhorst CMC, City Clerk & Communications Manager March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Does state violate Constitution in its candidate rules?

Another election year is upon us, and you may have been reading stories about the various candidates who have filed for a chance to hold public office in Montana.

PHOTO GALLERY: 'Rally for our Rights'

Three area high school students organized the “Rally For Our Rights” pro-gun rights rally at Depot Park in Kalispell on Saturday.

Births

Margaret Dion, daughter of Collin and Katie Dion of Kalispell, was born Dec. 1 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Connecting horse and rider

A Kalispell horse trainer plans to bring a national riding club and competition to the region, offering her knowledge and home to anyone wanting to take their riding to the next level.

Donald H. Emmert, 82

Donald “Don” Harry Emmert was a man of faith, quiet strength and few words. He was born on July 12, 1935 to Martha (Buxton) Emmert and George “David” Emmert in Wolf Point, Montana.

Mother Teresa'words still speak loudly for the unborn

The National Prayer Breakfast occurred this February. It’s an annual reminder that our nation was founded on Judeo-Christian principles and an attendant moral code. In the history of this event there has been nothing comparable to Mother Teresa’s 1994 address when she very boldly proclaimed the sanctity of life.

Character is valued, but policy is now priority

People say they value integrity in their elected officials. Voting trends, however, indicate increasing interest in effectiveness.

Setting the facts straight about school levy request

On April 10, the Daily Inter Lake published a letter by Mark Agather entitled “Vote no on school bond.” I do not know Mr. Agather, but I respect him as a fellow citizen entitled to his opinion. However, the facts about school elections, as I understand them, are quite different from Mr. Agather’s statements. I’ll present what I know for the readers’ consideration.

Mussel watchers hit Flathead Lake

Montana is entering its second boating season since invasive quagga mussels were discovered in Tiber Reservoir, just a few hours east of Flathead Lake.

Betty J. Reed, 77

Betty Jean Reed passed away April 5, 2018.

Business watercooler

The next Thinking Thursday session presented by the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce will focus on “how social media is a blue-collar business BFF.”

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Esther Ingram, 90

Esther Yvonne Ingram, age 90, passed away April 5, 2018 in Spokane Valley. Esther was born May 22, 1927 in Columbia Falls to parents Pearl and Bradford Leighty. Esther married James R. Ingram on Dec. 31, 1945. Esther loved to work in her garden, play cards with family and friends and volunteered many years at RSVP - Meals on Wheels. Esther enjoyed traveling. She had a bucket list which included seeing New York City, going on a cruise through the Panama Canal and cruising the Mississippi on a Paddle Wheel. She checked everything off her bucket list, enjoying them all with her daughters and friends.

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- Flathead County Republicans Lincoln-Reagan Day Brunch, Expo Building, Flathead County Fairgrounds, Kalispell. Doors open at noon, brunch buffet 1 p.m. Meet all four Republican candidates for U.S. Senate and other local candidates. Sen. Steve Daines and Congressman Greg Gianforte will attend. $30 single, $50 per couple. Call 250-5098.

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As a follow-up to the odd Daily Inter Lake editorial regarding the ruling from Judge Allison, let me just say, as an ACTUAL PERSON who attended that commissioners’ “hearing,” they turned a DEAF EAR to the overflowing room of concerned citizens. Judge Allison’s decision was likely EASILY reached by merely listening to or reading a transcript of said “hearing.”

Transplanted farmers have 'slow and steady' growth plan

Land prices along Montana 82 south of Kalispell are less expensive than many other places in the Flathead Valley. That’s one reason Ted and Julia Wycall picked that area for their new business, Mountain Kind Organic Farm.

The Trump effect

When character is replaced by ‘the politics of winning at any cost’

Over the course of the past 16 months, we have been witness to the constant chaos and litany of lies emanating from the Oval Office. One would think that those who profess to love their country and to believe in the ideals upon which it was founded would be offended — and outraged — by the antics of Donald Trump, the vindictive and impulsive (a very dangerous combination!) demagogue posing as the 45th president of the United States. The man has brought shame and embarrassment to our country and has damaged long-time alliances, many going back 70 years. No one in my memory has shown greater contempt for our laws and our institutions than he. Instead of lifting us up and inspiring us to be the best we can be, he has contributed to the coarsening of our discourse, the lowering of our standards and the compromising of our values. Furthermore, on March 16, Gen. Barry McCaffrey — a 32-year veteran of the United States Army and the recipient of three Purple Hearts, two Silver Stars and two Distinguished Service Crosses — reluctantly concluded that the President is a “dangerous threat to the security of the United States.” Isn’t it time for the American people to say “enough is enough”?

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Steven Birky, 63

Steven Larry Birky passed away April 12, 2018 at age 63 from a short battle with pancreatic cancer.

Woman reconnects with childhood friend who survived a lobotomy

There’s no logical explanation why Deb Newell chose a used book called “My Lobotomy” from the sale rack at the West Shore Community Library in Lakeside.

Kalispell schools have earned support for levy

Kalispell voters are being asked to vote on a $1 million levy to support elementary schools in the district.

Gordon L. Opel, 64

Gordon Opel of Whitefish and formerly of Missoula, “earned his Wings” as the Blackfeet say, when he passed away on March 30, 2018. He died in his home surrounded by his loving children, Fraiser, Ellie, Marshall and his wife and primary adventure partner of 34 years, Jessie.

Vern G. Seaman, 78

Vern George Seaman, age 78, of Kalispell passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2018. Vern was born in Chinook, Montana to George and Esther. Vern went to Country School in Chinook and the family moved to Havre where Vern finished his schooling. Vern married Patty and to this union two sons were born, Garry and Mike. Vern started in the mobile home business in Great Falls, then moved to Kalispell and opened Seaman Mobile Home Sales. Vern and Patty ran a very successful business for several years. Vern became president of the Mobile Home Association and did it with great pride. Vern could park a big 16x80 mobile anywhere with such ease. No one knew more about this business than Vern. Vern and Patty were later divorced. Years later, Vern married his best friend.

James E. Strodtbeck, 85

Our father, our grandfather, our brother and our friend, James Edwin Strodtbeck, passed away April 11, 2018 in Glasgow. He is now at peace and pain-free as an angel high in the mountaintops of Montana. We were blessed to have “Jimmy” in our lives for 85 years and he touched the lives of so many across the Big Sky Country. He was a master with his hands as a stonemason for over 50 years, creating masterpieces throughout the states of Washington, Idaho and Montana. If he wasn’t building a stone wall, he was remodeling or building a house. He was a lover of nature and avid outdoorsman, always hunting, packing or fishing. He knew the mountains of Montana and could tell you some amazing stories of the woods. He was a master gardener and had a passion for growing the best flowers and vegetables. Most of all, Jim was one with a generous heart, helping and giving to all.

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Robert Allen Kelley, 81

Robert “Bob” Allen Kelley was “called to the triumphant trap shoot in the sky” on April 7, 2018 in Polson at the age of 81.

Are conservative black women really 'unsafe' to hear? Or just on Facebook?

Mark Zuckerberg may be a master of the universe, but there are two things even he shouldn’t have done — one, allowing Facebook users’ private information to be shared with Cambridge Analytica, and two, getting on the bad side of Diamond and Silk.

Legals April 14, 2018

No. 25280 INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, will receive sealed bids for: 2018 Dust Cost Share Program All sealed bids, plainly marked "SEALED BID - 2018 Dust Cost Share Program" must be in the hands of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, MT, 59901, on or before 8:45 a.m., local time, Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Bids will be opened and read at 9:30 a.m. in the Commissioners' Chambers, located on the third floor of the County Courthouse. The project consists of placing dust suppressant throughout the Flathead County Roadway System. The Bid will consist of placing approximately 488,793.00 linear feet of magnesium chloride and watering (as required) to existing roadways, assumed at 24 feet wide. Various roadways will be receiving dust control improvements in Flathead County, and the Contractor should be prepared to mobilize equipment on a daily basis. All Bids must be in accordance with the Contract Documents on file with the Flathead County Road & Bridge Department, 1249 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, Montana, (406) 758-5790. Copies of the Contract Documents for use in preparing Bids may be obtained from Flathead County Road Department at the address stipulated above upon receipt of a non-refundable deposit of $50.00 for each set of documents, including drawings. A pre-bid conference will be held at the office of Flathead County Road Department, commencing at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Those interested in bidding the project are encouraged to attend this meeting. Bids will be received on a price basis as described in the Contract Documents. Bid security in the amount of 10 percent of the total Bid must accompany each Bid. Within 10 calendar days after the Notice of Award, the successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond guaranteeing faithful performance and the payment of all bills and obligations arising from the performance of the contract. The bonds will each be equal to 100 percent of the contract amount. Work at the site is to commence within 10 calendar days after the written Notice to Proceed is issued. Completion of the work is required within Twenty One (21) consecutive calendar days following commencement of work. The project includes liquidated damages that will be assessed as set forth in the Special Provisions per calendar day if the work is not complete within the allotted contract time. Each bidder will be required to be registered with the State of Montana's Department of Labor and Industry prior to bidding this project. Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, Montana 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling 1-406-444-7734. All laborers and mechanics employed by Contractor or subcontractor in performance of the construction work shall be paid prevailing wages at rates as may be required by the laws of Flathead (County) and the state of Montana. Flathead County will withhold a 1% gross receipts tax to be forwarded to the State of Montana. Bids must include a Special Fuel Users Permit Number. No Bid may be withdrawn within a period of 60 days after the date for opening bids. Flathead County reserves the right to reject all Bids, to waive informalities, and to reject nonconforming, irregular, non-responsive or conditional Bids. Flathead County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DATED this 2nd of April, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chairman April 7, 14, 2018 MNAXLP ________________________

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- Brian Baxter leads a free class on map and compass orienteering, Snappy Sport Senter, Kalispell. A 2.5-hour classroom session 9 a.m., following 2.5-hour field session. Bring lunch and water. Space limited. To sign up, call Jon Lupton at Snappy’s, 257-7525.

40 years of community support for ALERT services

Barbara Sue Brodie thought she had altitude sickness.

Board deadlocks on mobile-home park plan

A 122-lot mobile-home park proposed on West Evergreen Drive will be forwarded to the Flathead County commissioners without a recommendation after the Planning Board split its vote 3-3.

Flathead Electric plans modest rate increase

Flathead Electric Co-op Monday announced that average members would see about a $1 per month increase in their electric bills starting in June.

Invest in Montana event makes stop in Kalispell

Securities Commissioner Matt Rosendale and representatives from his office stopped in Kalispell on Thursday to talk with local residents about state resources that are available to connect entrepreneurs and investors.

Whitefish's greenhouse project blossoms into 'net-zero' center

Preparations are underway for the grand opening next week of the $2.65 million Center for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship at Whitefish High School.

Gonna rock down to Electric Avenue

According to Flathead County Sheriff’s Office call logs, loud music was reportedly coming from a home on Electric Avenue in Bigfork. A woman who answered the door said she would dial it down for the night.

Glacier boys win MCPS Invite track

MISSOULA — The Glacier boys swept the podium in both sprints, captured three titles in field events and won the 4x100 relay to come out on top at the Missoula County Public Schools Invitational on Saturday.

Helena High, Capital sweep Flathead, Glacier in AA softball

Helena Capital and Helena High made quick work of Flathead and Glacier on Saturday, beating the two Kalispell schools by a combined 40-6 over four Western AA conference softball games.

Frampton, Smith lead way for Wolfpack netters

No. 1 singles players Maria Frampton and Rory Smith led the way for Glacier on a long day of tennis action on the courts at Flathead Valley Community College on Saturday.

Beagle paces Loggers in Libby Invitational

LIBBY — Jay Beagle’s clean sweep of the dashes led the host Libby boys to the team title on Saturday at the Libby Invite.

Black and Blue, Mud Dogs split in high school rugby play

MISSOULA — The Black and Blue boys high school rugby team suffered its first league loss since 2013 on Saturday, falling to the Missoula Mud Dogs 26-15 at Dornblaser Stadium.

Former U.S. Sen. John Melcher of Montana dies at 93

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Former U.S. Sen. John Melcher, a Montana Democrat who narrowly lost a bid for a third term in 1988 just days after a wilderness bill he championed was vetoed, has died. He was 93.

Legals April 13, 2018

No. 25198 BATAVIA SELF STORAGE NOTICE OF AUCTION BY PUBLICATION On Saturday, April 14th 2018, at 10:00AM Batavia Self Storage, pursuant to MCA 70-6-420, will auction to the highest bidder by silent written bid the contents of abandoned storage units owing delinquent storage rent for the following unit numbers: yd029, 017, 025, 035, 058, 098, 290, 251, 346, 350, 394, 418. The units contain household goods, furniture, tools, electronic equipment, sporting goods, and vehicles. Buyer's bid will be for the entirety of the contents of each unit. Only cash, cashier's checks and money orders accepted for payment NO CHECKS OR CREDIT CARDS. Batavia Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid or to cancel or postpone the auction for all or part of the units scheduled for sale and also to bid on the units on behalf of Batavia Self-Storage. March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

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Alma Hall, 98

Alma Hall, 98, of Libby, passed away in early April at her home along Flower Creek. She was born to Olav and Clara Gjesdal in Divide County, North Dakota in 1919.

Harbor Freight opens in North Kalispell

Aisles of discount tools are now available for perusing with the recent opening of Harbor Freight Tools in the Spring Prairie commercial complex in North Kalispell.

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Markus “Mark” Smith, 63

Markus “Mark” Dale Smith, age 63, passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Was it the cat that ate the rat?

A headless rat was found on a caller’s back stairs, according to Flathead County Sheriff’s Office logs. While the caller had no proof, she was worried it could have been retaliation by her former therapist, who she claimed was stealing her meds. She also acknowledged it could have been a cat that ate the rat, but nonetheless she requested extra patrol.

Toymaker crafts wooden treasures for Children's Medical Center

In a storage room at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, a row of toy trucks await their young drivers. Tiny tables and chairs, painted in an array of colorful shapes, are ready for the hospital’s smaller patients. These pint-sized wooden creations — a gift from one of the Flathead’s most prolific toymakers — are destined for the second floor of the new Montana Children’s Medical Center, due to open next spring. And while these old-school gifts may not seem at home in a facility bedecked with the latest technology in design and pediatric care, they’ll play an important role for kids at the hospital by providing a fun and imaginative diversion from the seriousness of their conditions.

Kalispell readies for massive sewer project

As Kalispell continues to grow, the strain on infrastructure is exacerbated. New developments are constructed and expanded underground pipes are required to service new homes and businesses.

Whitefish takes steps to add housing

The need for affordable housing in Whitefish is nothing new. Through the years the workforce-housing situation in the resort community has gone from bad to worse to critical — that’s old news.

Bullock touts benefits of pre-K funding

Gov. Steve Bullock sat down to a family style meal of meatballs, rice and carrots with a table of 4- to 5-year-olds at the Flathead Valley Community College Early Childhood Center on Thursday.

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Mark Agather’s recent letter opposing the upcoming “school bond” election contains a number of incorrect statements, which I hope to correct with this letter.

Glacier nets crosstown sweep over Flathead

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Frampton's new twist on tennis

Maria Frampton’s late exposure to high school tennis does not mean the 17-year-old junior from Whitefish lacks the experience or skills to handle the challenges ahead.

Tennis Polson girls beat Whitefish, Cut Bank; boys split

POLSON — Aside from a narrow boys loss to Whitefish, Polson had little trouble taking care of its competition on Friday afternoon at the Cut Bank Invitational, which was played in Polson because of inclement weather in Cut Bank.

Three FGA gymnasts at Regional 2 Championships

Three gymnasts from Kalispell’s Flathead Gymnastics Academy qualified for the Region 2 Championships in Tacoma, Washington, this weekend thanks to their performances at the state championships in Billings on March 16-17.

Bigfork netters lose to Loyola

MISSOULA — Missoula Loyola easily handled Ronan and Bigfork in a tennis dual on Thursday.

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Bozeman Health plans $75M expansion including infant ICU

BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) — Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital has announced a $75.5 million expansion that will include the first infant intensive care unit in southwestern Montana.

Snowplowing costs rise as winter weather continues

GREAT FALLS (AP) — Officials say the cost of plowing Montana roads has been higher than average and is continuing to rise as winter weather persists.

Park Service opts for smaller fee hike

The National Park Service has backed away from a sharp fee hike it proposed for 17 national parks.

Museum celebrates bookstore re-opening

The bookstore at Kalispell’s Museum at Central School has undergone a transformation; turning the remnants of an old cafe into a welcoming reading environment. The Schoolbell Bookstore was renovated thanks to the generous contributions of Mike and Gretchen Apgar.

Legals April 12, 2018

No. 25263 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE'S SALE on July 9, 2018, at 11:00 AM at the East door of the Flathead County Justice Center located at 920 South Main Street, Kalispell MT 59901, the following described real property situated in Flathead County, Montana: A tract of land situate, lying and being in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 4, Township 28 North, Range 22 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of that certain parcel shown on a Deed Exhibit recorded in Book 541, Page 98; thence South 89°47`22" West, a distance of 474.80 feet to the Southwest corner of Deed Exhibit; thence North 00°01`35" West along the West line of said Deed Exhibit, a distance of 458.36 feet; thence North 89°46`14" East, a distance of 474.72 feet to a point on the East line of said Deed Exhibit; thence South 00°02`09" East, a distance of 458.52 feet to the Point of Beginning. Tract 2, Certificate of Survey No. 8733. Lee R Goodwin, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Citizens Title, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS") as nominee for GreenPoint Mortgage Funding, Inc., as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated on August 20, 2003, and recorded on August 20, 2003 as Document No. 200323216020. The beneficial interest is currently held by The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York successor in interest to JPMorgan Chase Bank, as Trustee for Certificate holders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-SD3, Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2004-SD3. First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. is currently the Trustee. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments beginning March 1, 2012, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of November 27, 2017 is $194,673.68 principal, interest totaling $80,194.28 late charges in the amount of $746.30, escrow advances of $24,788.56, suspense balance of $-1,163.78 and other fees and expenses advanced of $5,052.20, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee's fees and attorney's fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier's checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee's Deed without any representation or warranty, including warranty of Title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee's sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney's fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee's Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: February 27, 2018 Kaitlin Ann Gotch Assistant Secretary, First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. Successor Trustee Title Financial Specialty Services PO Box 339 Blackfoot ID 83221 STATE OF Idaho ss. County of Bingham On this 27 day of February, 2018, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Kaitlin Ann Gotch, know to me to be the Assistant Secretary of First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. Rae Albert Notary Public Bingham County, Idaho Commission expires: 9-6-2022 Select Portfolio Servicing Inc. vs Eleanor K Goodwin Lee R Goodwin 100911-3 March 29, April 5, 12, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Mary Catherine 'Kay' Roath, 83

Mary Catherine (“Kay”) Phillips Roath was born in Billings on July 26, 1934, the oldest child of Craig and Julia Stiver Phillips. She was raised in Forsyth and graduated from Forsyth High School, where she was active in school and church activities. She attended Montana State College, later graduating from North Dakota State University.

Bascom Harold Monzingo, 91

Bascom Harold Monzingo, cherished husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 30, 2018, at the age of 91.

Whitefish Energy still seeking $100M in payments

Whitefish Energy is still seeking payment for the work it performed after Puerto Rico was struck by a pair of hurricanes last summer. The Whitefish-based firm is now asking the courts to help collect the money it’s owed for helping repair the island’s electrical grid.

Local students organize pro-gun rally

Three area high school students are planning to lead a pro-gun rights rally at Depot Park in Kalispell on Saturday. They hope to provide a platform for youth to voice support of the Second Amendment and responsible gun owners.

Martel selected as Muldown contractor

Martel Construction has been selected as the general contractor and construction manger to build a new elementary school in Whitefish.

Montana lawmakers look to improve Legislature's culture

HELENA — Montana lawmakers are developing a new policy that would clarify how to report sexual harassment while also aiming to create a “culture of respect” among those who work for the Legislature and participate in the legislative process.

Cows run amok in neighborhood

According to a Flathead County Sheriff’s someone complained that their neighbor’s cows kept busting out of their fence, defecating on their yard and tearing up their bushes on Sandy River Way.

Kalispell investing in new LED street lights

Kalispell is embarking on an effort to replace all 454 street lights in the city with newer LED bulbs in a bid to cut down on energy costs and become more efficient.

Advances in crop science benefit Montana winemakers

Last year, Eureka resident Barry Roose added a new venture to Montana’s agriculture sector. But he isn’t roping cattle or driving a combine harvester. He’s tending a vineyard.

Glacier High School rules Crosstown Boxing Smoker

Hundreds gathered at the Flathead County Fairgrounds on Thursday night for the Crosstown Boxing Smoker benefitting Flathead Valley wrestling programs.

Paulson named 27th head men's basketball coach at Carroll

HELENA (Carroll College Sports Information) — Carroll College athletic director Charlie Gross announced Thursday the hiring of former Carroll player and assistant coach and current Oregon State Director of Basketball Operations, Kurt Paulson, as the 27th head coach of the Carroll College men’s basketball program.

Whitefish Theatre presents 'The Great Gatsby'

The Whitefish Theatre Co. continues its 39th season with a spectacular, spring production of “The Great Gatsby,” a classic drama written by F. Scott Fitzgerald and adapted for the stage by Simon Levy. Directed by Whitefish Theatre Artistic Director Jesse DeVine, “The Great Gatsby” runs at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish on April 20-21 and 26-28 at 7:30 p.m. and on April 22 at 4 p.m. A sneak preview performance will be held on Thursday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m.

Whitefish Theatre auditions for black curtain show

The Whitefish Theatre Co. is holding auditions for “Constellations”, the final Black Curtain Theatre production of the season.

'Guys and Dolls' opens at FVCC

Flathead Valley Community College’s Theatre and Music programs present the beloved musical comedy “Guys and Dolls” with performances scheduled for April 19, 21, 26 and 28 at 7 p.m. and April 20 and 27 at 8 p.m. in the campus theatre.

'Luisa Miller' opera to be broadcast live in Whitefish

Giuseppe Verdi’s little-known gem “Luisa Miller” will be broadcast live at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center and selected cinemas nationwide on Saturday, April 14 beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Weekly Events: April 12-18

THURSDAY, April 12

Teakettle Quilt Guild hosts spring show

By Marti Ebbert Kurth

Artists selected for wilderness program

Two artists have been selected to participate in the 2018 Artist-Wilderness-Connection program this summer.

Report: No clear evidence of wrongdoing in Interior worker shuffle

BILLINGS — Sixteen senior employees at the U.S. Department of Interior reassigned to new duties under the Trump administration viewed their moves as political retribution or punishment for their work on climate change, energy or conservation, according to the results of an internal investigation released Wednesday.

Missoula sues to expand background checks for gun purchases

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The city of Missoula is suing Montana's attorney general in a dispute over whether the city can expand background checks to include private gun sales.

Montana man who killed his wife in 1986 arrested again

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — A Missoula man who killed his wife in 1986 has been arrested nine years after he absconded following his release on probation.

Man sentenced for supplying fatal drug dose to Montana woman

BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) — A man has been sentenced to three months in jail and five years of probation, all suspended, after pleading guilty to giving a Montana State University student a powerful synthetic drug, leading to the student's death.

EPA plans agreement over cleanup of Anaconda Superfund site

BUTTE, Mont. (AP) — The Environmental Protections Agency says it plans to begin delisting parts of the Anaconda federal Superfund site this year.

Upcoming storm should push Billings over snowfall record

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A weekend snow storm should push the city of Billings well past its seasonal snowfall record, while Havre is inching closer to a record winter.

Authorities identify man shot by Billings police

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Authorities have identified a man killed by a Billings police officer after allegedly threatening patrons at a casino with a pellet gun that looked like a semi-automatic pistol.

Missoula fundraiser prevents home sales due to overdue taxes

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — A fundraiser organized by a Missoula man brought in about $10,000 to pay past-due taxes on 30 mobile homes that were to be offered at auction.

Helena schools backtrack on meal debt warning to families

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Helena Public Schools is backtracking after warning families that it planned to hand school meal debt to a collection agency.

2 Helena men plead not guilty in deaths of Helena couple

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Two Helena men pleaded not guilty Wednesday to two counts of deliberate homicide in the March 18 deaths of a Helena-area couple.

Legals April 11, 2018

No. 25292 Notice of Public Meeting Bigfork County Water and Sewer District The Bigfork County Water and Sewer District will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 7:00 pm at the District Office, 108 Harbor Heights Blvd., Bigfork, MT for the purpose of obtaining public comments regarding the on-going Wastewater Preliminary Engineering Report. The District's consulting engineer, Morrison-Maierle, will summarize the improvement alternatives, provide a cost analysis of the improvement alternatives, potential funding sources and affects to rates, and environmental impacts of the recommended alternative. All attendees will have the opportunity to express their opinions regarding this project. Public attendance is encouraged. Written comments may be submitted to Jeff Cicon, Morrison-Maierle, Inc., 125 Schoolhouse Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Please visit www.bigforkwater.com for more information. April 11, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Rural school seeks $1.8M bond

After months back at the drawing board, Deer Park School is ready to put another bond issue before voters to cover facility priorities. This time, the school is requesting $1.85 million.

State is economic 'bad actor' in effort to crush Hecla

We understand that there have been “bad actors” in the history of mining in Montana, and that as a result, the state’s people are naturally wary of being exploited again.

Whitefish label plant asks for tax break

Total Label USA, a label manufacturing business northwest of Whitefish, is asking Flathead County for a tax break on $1.37 million worth of new equipment and improvements to the plant.

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Ella Mae Knebel, 96

Ella Mae Knebel passed away on April 8, 2018. She was in the loving arms of her family at Immanuel Skilled Care Center.

Rusty Atchinson, 57

Rusty Atchinson, 57, of Whitefish, passed away April 8, 2018.

Lorne Howe, 61

“Just passing through.”

North Valley gets 3-D mammography machine

A patient getting a mammogram at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish would be unlikely to notice that the hospital now has a new a digital breast tomosynthesis machine, but health-care providers say the new technology is meeting their goal of providing the best care possible.

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Mark Agather’s letter printed on April 10 about an unidentified school bond is fair enough, though I hope he also shared his displeasure with the school district in question so they have a chance to improve their process.

Births

Elena Jimenez, daughter of Steven Jimenez Jr. and Tamara Welfl of Lakeside, was born Nov. 15 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Ex gets hankering for finger food

A man with unusual tastes allegedly showed up at an ex’s house in Evergreen and tried to bite her finger off. Both parties told Flathead County Sheriff’s Office they did not want to pursue charges.

Aiming higher Polson's Lundeen looks to end her prep career as a state champion

Kyler Lundeen was right there.

Crosstown Boxing Smoker to feature 19 bouts

By DAVID LESNICK

Weather permitting, tennis time for Flathead, Glacier

Flathead and Glacier already have a back-up plan in place if today’s crosstown tennis dual at Flathead Valley Community College is postponed because of the weather.

Larson, Morley clock top times in track

Five Flathead Valley athletes and two local relay teams hold the top marks recorded thus far by Montanans in the state’s young track and field season.

For Montana's Ferrington, a race worth running

Well over 1,000 marathons are held across the United States each year, but none rival the Boston Marathon in prestige.

Glacier trips Sentinel, falls to Big Sky in softball

MISSOULA — Glacier kicked off its softball season with a pair of Western AA conference games on Tuesday night, downing Missoula Sentinel before dropping a game to Missoula Big Sky.

Voters reject Evergreen Fire levy request

Voters in the Evergreen Fire District rejected a tax levy request Tuesday that would have increased funding for Evergreen Fire Rescue.

Bonus weekend at Blacktail; maybe more

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area is keeping the slopes open at least one extra weekend.

A new beat

By MARY CLOUD TAYLOR

Newsmakers

Glacier Bancorp Inc., a bank holding company headquartered in Kalispell, was awarded the 2017 Montana Lending Institution of the Year Award By the Montana & Idaho Community Development Corp.

Mountain Meadow Herbs expanding, building new cafe

It all started with a new mother and her concern that traditional medicine wasn’t giving her and her baby everything they needed to thrive. She started a business in the Flathead Valley manufacturing and selling her own herbal extracts, espousing their health benefits and sharing stories of success while expanding her product line.

Legals April 10, 2018

No. 25285 INVITATION TO BID FLATHEAD VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE LEARNING COMMONS ADDITION 725 GRANDVIEW DRIVE, KALISPELL, MT Flathead Valley Community College is requesting Bids from qualified General Contractors for the Learning Commons Addition to the existing Rebecca Chaney Broussard Center. The project located at 725 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT. The new addition is approximately 12,000 square-foot which includes library space and a learning commons. The anticipated construction start is Mid-May with a completion dates of Spring 2019. The one percent (1%) Montana Gross Receipts Construction and Montana Prevailing Wage Rates are both applicable. Copies of the construction documents and specifications can be obtained online http://www.montanabid.com or from local Montana plans exchanges beginning Thursday, April 12th, 2018. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on site on Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 at 3:30 PM. The meeting will be conducted on site. Those attending are to meet at the front entry of the existing building located at 725 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT. The deadline for all subcontractors and supplier RFIs and substitution requests is 4:00pm, April 24th, 2018. All bidding questions should be directed to CTA Kalispell, Fran Quiram, at 406.257.8172 or emailed to franq@ctagroup.com. Sealed Bids will be received by the Business Services Office, BH/SCA Building, c/o Steve Larson until 3:00 PM local time, Tuesday, May 1st, 2018. No faxed or emailed Bids will be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately thereafter in the adjacent Boardroom #140 in the Blake Hall Student Center and Admin Building BH/SCA building located on the Flathead Valley Community College campus at 777 Grandview Drive. All Sealed Bids must be clearly marked, "Flathead Valley Community College - Learning Commons Addition". All Sealed Bids must be submitted on the Bid Form found in the Specifications and signed by an officer or a person duly authorized to sign Bids. ONLY BIDS RECEIVED BY THE SPECIFIED TIME AND AT THE SPECIFIED LOCATION WILL BE CONSIDERED. LATE BIDS WILL NOT BE OPENED. Bid Security in the amount of 10 percent (10%) of the total Bid must accompany each Bid. This Security shall be in the form of a cashiers check, certified check, bank draft or bank money order, in any case drawn and issued by a federally chartered or state chartered bank insured by the federal deposit insurance corporation, or a Bid Bond executed by a surety corporation authorized to do business in the State of Montana payable to Flathead Valley Community College. All bids will be taken under advisement. Flathead Valley Community College reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and Alternates, to waive formalities that do not affect the fairness of the Bid process, reject nonconforming, irregular, non-responsive or conditional Bids, and to accept the Bid deemed in the best interest of the College. Flathead Valley Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Pending an acceptable bid the FVCC Board will issue a Notice of Award and execute a lump sum contract. Within 10 calendar days after the Notice of award the Successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract. April 10, 17, 24, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

Doris Lauzon, 92

Doris Lauzon, loving mother and devoted wife, passed away on Friday, April 6, 2018, at the age of 92.

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I just don’t think it is right our schools try to maximize their chances of passing their bond issue requests by techniques which suppress debate and minimizes voter participation? For that reason (and others) I will be voting “no” when I cast my ballot in May.

City of Kalispell debuts website redesign

In a bid to keep up with the times, the city of Kalispell has revamped its website.

Search continues for 911 center funding

A years-long effort to find sustainable funding for ongoing improvements to Flathead County’s consolidated 911 dispatch center is still chugging along, with a target date for the next ballot measure likely still a year or more away.

Wiley rascals wrangle rabbits

According to a Kalispell Police report, someone reportedly witnessed people in a maroon Chevrolet chasing wild rabbits with their car. The witness stated the driver was going the wrong way down one-way allies, driving down the middle of streets and going up people’s driveways in pursuit of his furry prey. Responding officers found the rabbits upon their arrival but were unable to locate their tormentors.

Featured quilter favors traditional designs

Like most avid quilters, Mona Benson has enough fabric stashed away to last a lifetime.

Denise Gochanour Dickinson, 65

A bright shining smile was born on May 28, 1953, in Anaconda. Denise Gochanour Dickinson was the sixth child of Donald and Bernice Gochanour, followed very shortly by her twin brother, Denis.

Ex-deputy praised for stopping alleged assault

A Bigfork man spent his 70th birthday in the emergency room Sunday after stepping in to stop a mid-traffic altercation where a man was allegedly beating his female companion.

Rosendale hosting Invest in Montana events

Montana State Auditor Matt Rosendale is making stops in Libby, Kalispell and Polson this week on his “Invest in Montana” circuit.

Bad weather, but track goes on

By EVAN MCCULLERS

Whitefish netters top C-Falls

Columbia Falls and Whitefish finally managed to clock some court time on a damp, dreary Tuesday afternoon with Class A tennis dual at two different sites.

Judge issues injunction in abortion provider case

HELENA — An advanced practice registered nurse and a certified nurse midwife can provide abortions in Montana — as long as they have the proper training — while they challenge the constitutionality of a state law that allows only physicians and physician assistants to perform abortions, a judge has ruled.

Whitefish man dies after being pinned under RV

A Whitefish man died Sunday after he became trapped beneath a fifth-wheel RV he was working on in Evergreen.

Legals April 9, 2018

No. 25296 The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Stillwater Unit is proposing to harvest timber in Sec. 6, 7, 8, 17, 18, 19, and 20 of T31N R22W, approximately 5 miles west/northwest of Whitefish in the Beaver and Boyle lakes area. The objectives of the timber sale are to contribute 2-5 MMbf to the annual sustainable-yield targets for DNRC, and generate revenue for the associated School Trusts and Forest Improvement Fund. The project would be designed to maintain existing recreational uses and include provisions for any proposed future recreational uses that have been identified in the Beaver Lakes Area Public Recreation Use Easement. For additional information or to make comments, please contact Matt Lufholm, DNRC Stillwater Unit, at mlufholm@mt.gov or 406-881-2371 no later than May 10, 2018. April 9, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Searching for answers

A?nthropologist E.B. Eiselein has spent years studying two basic elements of the human experience.

Animal shelter chosen for pilot program

Out of seven northern states, Flathead County Animal Shelter was one of four shelters chosen to take part in a pilot program aimed at teaching staff and leaders the newest techniques in shelter care and medicine.

Artists bring supplies, mentorship to reservation community

The silhouette of a leaping elk stretches over an antique ledger with symbolic ink designs to the north and south of the powerful creature. It’s one of John Isaiah Pepion’s distinctive pieces titled “Elk Medicine.”

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A caller at a motel contacted Kalispell Police Department to report her dog was allegedly attacked by another dog. Dispatch reportedly heard the woman screaming, “get your dog!”

Legals April 8, 2018

No. 25241 INVITATION FOR BIDS The City of Kalispell, Montana will receive sealed bids for the Westside Interceptor Project. The project includes furnishing labor, materials and equipment required to complete five (5) schedules of work. The separate schedules are as follows: Schedule 1 includes installing approximately 8,000 linear feet of 30 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and replacing approximately 1,100 linear feet of 18 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and replacing approximately 2,000 linear feet of 8 inch PVC C900, DR18 water main. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer service connections, water main/service adjustments, fire hydrant assemblies, water main/service connections, water services, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 2 includes installing approximately 6,750 linear feet of 30 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 4,000 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 400 linear feet of 30 inch PVC C900, DR18 sewer main, and approximately 100 linear feet of 48 inch steel casing via Bore and Jack installation. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 3 includes installing approximately 700 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 2,900 linear feet of dual 12 inch PVC C900, DR 18 sewer force main, and approximately 350 linear feet of 48 inch steel casing via Bore and Jack installations. Also included in this schedule is a new Lift Station and 4 lift station abandonments. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 4 includes installing approximately 4,000 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 8,200 linear feet of 24 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 2,600 linear feet of 21 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 5 includes installing approximately 4,550 linear feet of 10 inch PVC C900. DR 18 sewer force main, and approximately 1,500 linear feet of 10 inch HDPE, DR 11 sewer force main via Horizontal Directional Drill installations. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer force main connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Bidding documents may be examined at the City of Kalispell Public Works Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. Phone 406-758-7720. Bidding requirements are listed on the city of Kalispell website, and Plans and specifications may also be examined beginning no later than Friday, March 23, 2018, through QuestCDN. The City of Kalispell portal to QuestCDN is located on the City of Kalispell website at www.kalispell.com/clerk/proiects_bids_proposals.php. The City will be only accepting online electronic bids through QuestCDN. Pre-Bid Meetings will be held in the Main Level City Hall Council Chambers, 201 1st Ave. East, Kalispell, MT 59901 as follows: Schedule 1 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 5, 2018 Schedule 2 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 12, 2018 Schedule 3 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018 Schedules 4 & 5 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 26, 2018 Interested Bidders are encouraged to attend the Pre-Bid Meetings. Bids will be received by QuestCDN for the schedules as follows: Schedule 1 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 12, 2018 Schedule 2 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018 Schedule 3 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 26, 2018 Schedules 4 & 5 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, May 3, 2018 All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the time and date shown above for the appropriate schedule(s) in the Main Level City Hall Council Chambers, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. City of Kalispell Aimee Brunckhorst CMC, City Clerk & Communications Manager March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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I just want to add my 2 cents (sorry, Frank) to Bill Baum’s op-ed of Sunday, Feb. 4 (“Give Miele a break”).

Polson ranch celebrates 50th bull sale

Ranchers from across the West converged on the Valley View Ranch near Polson on Saturday, March 24. Inside its long, dirt-floored central building, ranch owner Buddy Westphal treated his guests to a free barbecue lunch, music from Missoula-based singer Shane Clouse and champagne.

Old Man Winter has the last laugh

I really don’t like to be that person who complains about the weather, but for crying out loud (and we are all crying out loud), spring, why hast thou forsaken us?

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I was barely 18 when I stepped off the plane in Saigon and was issued an M-16, the automatic version of the semi-automatic AR-15. I was still a teenager a year later when I left Vietnam. Over 58,000 Americans died there, most of them teenagers with an M-16 in their hands. Folks, we don’t have a gun problem; it’s a mental problem. Perhaps we should reinstate the draft and give these teenagers another option? —Tex Manus, Kalispell

Thanks for reconsidering park-fee hike

Last October, we urged the National Park Service and Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke to re-think their proposal to raise much-needed money for park infrastructure by raising fees that would discourage visits to Glacier National Park and other national treasures.

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I was very happy to read in the Daily Inter Lake that Bob Welzel has filed for the House District 7.

Top execs depart Kalispell Regional

Kalispell Regional Healthcare is undergoing a transition in its leadership team as three top executives, the director of its digestive health institute and a contingent of its internal design team have either departed or announced plans to retire.

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Charles A. Hartman, 85

Charles (Chuck) Anthony Hartman was “called home to be with our Lord” on March 24, 2018, at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish at the age of 85.

Support Evergreen fire district's levy

I have had the privilege of sitting on the Evergreen Fire and Rescue Department advisory board since January and learning about the challenges facing our firefighters, paramedics and EMTs. The facts are hard and complicated to fix, but not impossible if our community supports the department in a timely manner. The equipment is getting very old and well beyond recommended replacement standards. I learned engines age not only due to “driving miles” (odometer miles) but also “engine running miles” (example: stationary but still running at full throttle to pump water). Out of 14 listed apparatuses, 11 of them are over the national recommended age of use by many years. Incredible that such vital equipment is functioning at all, and only because of the diligence of the department to doing good maintenance.

Developments in Alzheimer's and dementia care discussion

Prestige Assisted Living in Kalispell invites the community to attend a free discussion on new trends in Alzheimer’s and dementia care at 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, at 125 Glenwood Drive. The talk will be led by David Troxel, MPH, an internationally recognized memory care expert who helped pioneer the “Best Friends Approach” to caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Troxel will discuss the newest trends, research and treatment for dementia care. Questions from the audience are encouraged and refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Nicole Biddlecome at 756-1818 or at nbiddlecome@prestigecare.com.

Guarding the border

Joint U.S.-Mexican zone needed to secure America

The unfettered movement of transnational criminals, Islamic extremists and illegal border crossers across our porous southern border poses a clear and immediate national security threat.

Robert Alexander Grimaldi, 81

Robert (Bob) Grimaldi left this life on Sunday, March 11, 2018, surrounded by family and friends after a multi-year battle against bladder cancer.

Whitefish Trail easements open for public comment

A land deal currently open for public comments aims to connect two sections of the Whitefish Trail.

Last Splash

Whitefish Mountain Resort celebrated its closing weekend with the annual pond skim contest Saturday afternoon. Thousands of spectators lined the Middle Fork slope to cheer on 60 costume-clad skiers and snowboarders as they battled for $1,000 in cash prizes.

The only wall between Trump and success

President Trump can wager his future legacy on making liberals happy, which would be a fool’s bet, or he can ensure his legacy by doing what he was elected to do and “Build That Wall.”

Legals April 7, 2018

No. 25280 INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, will receive sealed bids for: 2018 Dust Cost Share Program All sealed bids, plainly marked "SEALED BID - 2018 Dust Cost Share Program" must be in the hands of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, MT, 59901, on or before 8:45 a.m., local time, Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Bids will be opened and read at 9:30 a.m. in the Commissioners' Chambers, located on the third floor of the County Courthouse. The project consists of placing dust suppressant throughout the Flathead County Roadway System. The Bid will consist of placing approximately 488,793.00 linear feet of magnesium chloride and watering (as required) to existing roadways, assumed at 24 feet wide. Various roadways will be receiving dust control improvements in Flathead County, and the Contractor should be prepared to mobilize equipment on a daily basis. All Bids must be in accordance with the Contract Documents on file with the Flathead County Road & Bridge Department, 1249 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, Montana, (406) 758-5790. Copies of the Contract Documents for use in preparing Bids may be obtained from Flathead County Road Department at the address stipulated above upon receipt of a non-refundable deposit of $50.00 for each set of documents, including drawings. A pre-bid conference will be held at the office of Flathead County Road Department, commencing at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Those interested in bidding the project are encouraged to attend this meeting. Bids will be received on a price basis as described in the Contract Documents. Bid security in the amount of 10 percent of the total Bid must accompany each Bid. Within 10 calendar days after the Notice of Award, the successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond guaranteeing faithful performance and the payment of all bills and obligations arising from the performance of the contract. The bonds will each be equal to 100 percent of the contract amount. Work at the site is to commence within 10 calendar days after the written Notice to Proceed is issued. Completion of the work is required within Twenty One (21) consecutive calendar days following commencement of work. The project includes liquidated damages that will be assessed as set forth in the Special Provisions per calendar day if the work is not complete within the allotted contract time. Each bidder will be required to be registered with the State of Montana's Department of Labor and Industry prior to bidding this project. Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, Montana 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling 1-406-444-7734. All laborers and mechanics employed by Contractor or subcontractor in performance of the construction work shall be paid prevailing wages at rates as may be required by the laws of Flathead (County) and the state of Montana. Flathead County will withhold a 1% gross receipts tax to be forwarded to the State of Montana. Bids must include a Special Fuel Users Permit Number. No Bid may be withdrawn within a period of 60 days after the date for opening bids. Flathead County reserves the right to reject all Bids, to waive informalities, and to reject nonconforming, irregular, non-responsive or conditional Bids. Flathead County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DATED this 2nd of April, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chairman April 7, 14, 2018 MNAXLP ________________________

Horton honored as trooper of the year

Montana Highway Patrol trooper Andy Horton has been named trooper of the year by the Kalispell Lions Club based on a recommendation from his captain and sergeants.

Local churches come together for Interfaith Peace Service

Leaders of all faiths have banded together from across the valley with a mission of unifying different faith communities through an Interfaith Peace Service on Sunday, April 8.

International tourism trade show staged in Kalispell this week

Kalispell is the host city for the 2018 international tourism trade-show event, International Roundup, that starts Sunday, April 8, and continues through Wednesday, April 11.

State mulls new protections at Tiber Reservoir

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public comment on access options for Tiber Reservoir until April 9.

Kalispell man sentenced for meth trafficking

A Kalispell man was sentenced to six and a half years in prison Thursday, April 5 after admitting to his involvement in the distribution of methamphetamine across Northwest Montana.

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Deputies help keep garden weed-free

According to a Flathead County Sheriff’s Office report, someone reportedly found multiple potted plants sitting on the side of Prairie View Road. Thinking they must have fallen out of the back of someone’s truck, the reporting party went to pick them up, planning to plant them in his garden, and found that all of them were marijuana plants. He turned them over to sheriff’s deputies.

Bigfork snow dumpsite draws residents' ire

Bigfork’s youth baseball season has been delayed due to mounds of slow-melting snow collected from around Bigfork and dumped onto the fields at Potoczny Park this winter.

Glacier's Hill 14th in 3,200 at Arcadia Invitational

Glacier senior Annie Hill finished 14th in the 3,200-meter run at the Arcadia Invitational track and field meet on Saturday evening in California.

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Montana lawmakers rally around mining company

More than 50 state legislators voiced support for Hecla Mining Company in a letter sent Friday to Governor Steve Bullock and Montana Department of Environmental Quality Director Tom Livers.

Subdivision promises '100 percent' affordable housing

A 58-lot subdivision planned on the eastern edge of Whitefish aims to provide an entire community of affordable housing using a cluster-development strategy.

Original design favored for Sperry Chalet rebuild

A strong majority of public commenters want to see Sperry Chalet rebuilt within its original walls.

Bullock travels to Iowa as he explores possible run

HELENA — Montana Gov. Steve Bullock wrapped up a two-day tour of Iowa on Friday to campaign for that state’s Democratic attorney general and test the waters for a possible 2020 presidential run.

School tax credit case goes to Montana high court

Today, the Montana Supreme Court will hear arguments involving three Flathead Valley parents and the Montana Department of Revenue on whether or not tax credits may be applied to donations for scholarships benefiting religious K-12 schools.

Legals April 6, 2018

No. 25198 BATAVIA SELF STORAGE NOTICE OF AUCTION BY PUBLICATION On Saturday, April 14th 2018, at 10:00AM Batavia Self Storage, pursuant to MCA 70-6-420, will auction to the highest bidder by silent written bid the contents of abandoned storage units owing delinquent storage rent for the following unit numbers: yd029, 017, 025, 035, 058, 098, 290, 251, 346, 350, 394, 418. The units contain household goods, furniture, tools, electronic equipment, sporting goods, and vehicles. Buyer's bid will be for the entirety of the contents of each unit. Only cash, cashier's checks and money orders accepted for payment NO CHECKS OR CREDIT CARDS. Batavia Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid or to cancel or postpone the auction for all or part of the units scheduled for sale and also to bid on the units on behalf of Batavia Self-Storage. March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

Barbara 'Joy' Schnitger Crane, 101

Barbara “Joy” Schnitger Crane, 101, passed away March 3, 2018, at The Retreat in Kalispell.

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April 4 represents the 50th anniversary of me fully claiming my identity as a “follower of Christ.” It is, of course, also the 50th anniversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis. While the exact circumstances of who shot King still remain an American nightmare, it was clear to me that evening in Spokane upon receiving the news that King was dead that my family identity as Christian was real and genuine. No longer a faith of my parents it was now mine to own.

A tip of the hat to first responders

This week the Daily Inter Lake profiled four local first-responders honored for their work serving and protecting the community.

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Creston Auction and Fair

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Helen Lucille Hopkins Hansen, 97

Helen Lucille Hopkins Hansen was born to Harold and Abbie (Cooper) Hopkins at home in Swan River on June 29, 1920, and passed away at the age of 97 in Kalispell on Monday, April 2, 2018.

Design consultant selected for Core Area redesign

Kalispell City Council on Monday approved the selection of Alta Planning and Design with KLJ Engineers to design the Kalispell Trail and Complete Street project as part of the Core Area redevelopment plan.

Free-spirit cats becoming a problem

A woman on Leonard Lane in Kalispell “understands that cats are free spirits,” but was having issues with a frisky feline that was reportedly coming into her house causing cat fights with her furry companion. The woman said the cat’s owner reportedly said to “just shoot it with a BB gun.” Law enforcement countered the advice of animal cruelty by telling the woman to take the cat to the county shelter instead.

More boat inspectors needed in Montana

As the boating season gets underway, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks needs more staff for its boat inspection and decontamination stations.

Fusaro named officer of the year

Officer John Fusaro of the Kalispell Police Department has been named officer of the year by the Kalispell Lions Club.

Libby bounces back, whips St. Ignatius 15-3

LIBBY — Khalyn Hageness tossed a no-hitter and Jayden Winslow and Shayla Gallagher were perfect at the plate in helping Libby roll by St. Ignatius 15-3 on Friday in a nonconference softball outing.

Owen, Finberg among MCA Hall of Fame inductees

Longtime Polson wrestling coach Bob Owen and Columbia Falls native Craig Finberg are among the six members of the 2018 Montana Coaches Association Hall of Fame class.

Trade dispute looms over Montana beef export deal

BILLINGS — A brewing trade war between China and the U.S. comes at an inopportune time for Montana ranchers, who are seeking to close a multi-year deal to export up to $200 million of beef through China’s largest online retailer, industry representatives said Thursday.

Glacier plows encountering significant snow depths

Spring plowing operations have begun in Glacier National Park and crews are encountering historically deep snow.

Seattle School Board selects Juneau as next superintendent

SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle School Board has selected Montana's former superintendent of public instruction Denise Juneau as the next superintendent of Seattle Public Schools.

Legals April 5, 2018

No. 25282 COP Construction LLC requests quotes from qualified MBE/WBE/DBE subcontractors and suppliers from all trades for the construction of the "Westside Interceptor" project for the City of Kalispell, MT. This project consists of five schedules. Bid date for Schedule 1 is April 12, 2018 at 2:30 PM, Schedule 2: April 19, 2018 at 2:30 PM, Schedule 3: April 26, 2018 at 2:30 PM, and Schedules 4 and 5: May 3, 2018 at 2:30 PM. Types of work needed include, but are not limited to: Quality Control / Testing, Traffic Control, Seeding, Landscaping, Surveying, Aggregate Supply, Asphalt Paving, Pavement Striping, Fence, Concrete Work, Concrete Ready Mix, Rough Carpentry, Thermal & Moisture Protection, Doors & Windows, Painting, Building Construction, Trucking, HVAC, and Electrical Work. Contact our Montana Bidding office at mtbid@copconstruction.com or at COP Construction LLC, 242 S. 64th St West, Billings, MT 59106, 406-656-4632 or by fax at 406-655-9286. Plans and specifications are available at the City of Kalispell Public Works Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901, or through the City of Kalispell's website at http://www.kalispell.com/clerk/projects_bids_proposals.php. COP Construction LLC is an EEO company. April 5, 26, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Incumbents re-elected to Flathead Electric Co-op board

Three incumbents have been re-elected to the Flathead Electric Co-op Board of Trustees.

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Neighbor calls fowl play

A caller complained to the Kalispell Police Department that his neighbor’s chickens had flown the coop and were trespassing on his yard. Upon further investigation, the chickens were back in their coop; their owner was allegedly unaware of their journey, though she promised to “keep an eye on them.”

Vacation-rental owners working toward compliance

Since Flathead County’s regulations for vacation-rental operators took effect last August, the Planning Office has processed 29 applications for the required administrative conditional-use permits.

Health department warns of hantavirus

As spring cleaning begins, the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services urged residents Wednesday to guard against hantavirus by avoiding exposure to rodents, their droppings and nests.

9th Circuit hears Ronan bear-shooting case

The case of a Ronan farmer convicted of killing a threatened grizzly bear came before the federal 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on March 29.

Thibert named firefighter of the year

Engineer Don Thibert of the Kalispell Fire Department has been named firefighter of the year by the Kalispell Lions Club based on an annual vote among his co-workers.

Plan for Bigfork parking lot moves forward

The Bigfork Land Use Advisory Committee voted unanimously March 29 to approve an application by the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts to turn an 0.8–acre lot off of Grand Avenue into a public parking lot.

Armstrong first woman to top ski resort's vertical tracker

Susan Armstrong stopped skiing for the better part of 30 years. Her love for it, however, never ceased.

Margaret Mary Coates Lundgren, 95

Margaret Mary Coates Lundgren, 95, “went to heaven” on March 24, 2018, “to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.”

Weather wipes out tennis, softball, track

Weather continues to disrupt the spring sports schedules for high schools in the Flathead Valley and beyond.

Body of missing hiker found near St. Ignatius

A hiker was found dead near St. Ignatius Tuesday, one day after being reported missing.

Elmo man dies in single-vehicle crash on U.S. 93

An Elmo man is dead following a single-vehicle crash north of Polson.

A festival of sound and voice

Glacier Symphony and Chorale is celebrating spring with a three-day Easter Festival of orchestral music with special guest soloists this weekend.

Filmmaker talks storytelling and finding success as a female director

Name: Kristin Ellingson

Crown Guitar Workshop announces artists in residence

The ninth annual Crown Guitar Workshop and Festival brings together a stellar lineup of world-class Artists in Residence, professional instructors, multi-instrumentalists and guitar students from beginner to pro, in a glorious week of celebration of their love of guitar from Aug. 26 to Sept. 1.

Art and design professionals to speak at Kalispell gathering

Where do art, design, and theater collide? At this week’s PechaKucha gathering, of course! The quick-format lecture series gives speakers from a variety of disciplines the opportunity to take the floor for a short talk to both inform and inspire. This quarter’s theme is art and design in the Flathead Valley.

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Crown Guitar Workshop scholarship applications due by May 31

The Crown of the Continent Guitar Foundation invites guitarists to ask themselves “Why I Play”  and apply for a scholarship to this summer’s Crown Guitar Workshop Aug. 26 - Sept. 1. Students, teachers and performers of all ages and abilities who reside in western Montana are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Applications are due by Tuesday, May 31 and the workshop will be held at Flathead Lake Lodge in Bigfork. 

Whitefish Theatre Co. announces auditions for 'Urinetown'

The Whitefish Theatre Company is holding auditions for “Urinetown,” the final musical production of the 2017/2018 season. Auditions will be held at 6 p.m. on April 9 and 10 in the Green Room at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish. Actors are advised to enter at the north side of the building and arrive early to fill out an audition application and review the script.

Bob Marshall Music Festival adds new scholarship program

The Bob Marshall Music Festival returns to Seeley Lake for its third year with some exciting new additions. It’s no secret that the town of Seeley Lake was nearly lost to the Rice Ridge Fire that charred more than 150,000 acres of surrounding forest last summer. The air quality devastated the community, both physically and financially. That’s why the Bob organizers set a goal to make this year its biggest yet, in hopes of regaining lost tourism revenue and boosting town morale.

The Second Act - It's All an Act

I’m not acting in a play this spring. I’m not directing. In fact, it would seem that I’m taking something of a vacation from the theater. And with the resulting amount of spare time, I’m looking back at some of my thoughts and writings on what it means to be part of community theater. I ran across a manual I drafted sometime back, meant to be an introduction for someone new to community theater. Some of it, I thought, was pretty good.

Interior backing away from fee hike

WASHINGTON — The Interior Department is backing down from a plan to impose steep fee increases at popular national parks in the face of widespread opposition from elected officials and the public.

Group seeks federal protection for Montana mustangs

BILLINGS — Animal rights advocates announced a lawsuit against the federal government on Wednesday in a bid to make a Montana mustang population the first group of wild horses to be protected under the Endangered Species Act.

Whitefish season pass prices to increase slightly

Local skiers and snowboarders will have to shell out a little more for a season pass at Whitefish Mountain Resort next winter.

Allen Hanson, 67

Allen Hanson was born in Kalispell on Sept. 3, 1950, to Richard and Josephine Hanson.

Mark S. King, 69

Mark S. King, 69, passed away at his home in Whitefish on Thursday, March 29, 2018.

Chris Weiand, 38

Chris Weiand, 38, of Evans, Colorado, passed away March 17, 2018.

Creston Auction this weekend

The 52nd Annual Creston Auction and Country Fair and accompanying RV, Marine, Auto and Equipment Sale will take place Saturday and Sunday, April 7 and 8, in Creston, 12 miles east of Kalispell on Montana 35.

Helen Bates, 98

Helen Bates, 98, passed away on Friday, March 30, 2018, in Lakeside with her family by her side.

Samarah Fine Art reopening gallery in Whitefish

Samarah Fine Art is reopening a gallery in Whitefish.

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Voters to consider school levies

Five school districts are running levies in the upcoming May election.

Robot deployed in tense standoff

Kalispell Police Department responded to a report of a woman threatening to shoot herself with a handgun at a west side residence around 11 p.m. Monday.

Shawback named deputy of the year

Sgt. Logan Shawback of the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has been named deputy of the year by the Kalispell Lions Club. The honor was based on a recommendation from Commander of the Northwestern Drug Task Force Mark Mulcahy.

Doris L. Shennum, 93

Doris L. Shennum died on March 30, 2018.

Brian J. Lazorishak, 46

Brian J. Lazorishak, 46, of Whitefish, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2018, while saving his oldest daughter Elena Lazorishak from drowning at Olivine Pools in Maui, Hawaii.

Pistorese begins pro baseball season with AA Arkansas Travelers

Pitcher Joe Pistorese will begin the 2018 professional baseball season as a member of the Seattle Mariners’ AA affiliate Arkansas Travelers.

Spring is here, even if it may not look like it

Spring is in the air.

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Election commission seeks details on PAC once tied to Zinke

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Federal election officials are asking a political fundraising committee formerly affiliated with U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke to explain why it didn't initially disclose more than $600,000 in contributions.

More than 1,000 bison removed from Yellowstone National Park

BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) — More than 1,000 bison were removed from Yellowstone National Park this winter as part of population control.

UM alum, political consultant to help with enrollment

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — A University of Montana alumnus and political consultant who was chief of staff of President Barack Obama's 2008 election campaign is offering his skills to help the university reverse sagging enrollment numbers.

Montana Dems want Green Party candidates off ballot

HELENA — Montana’s Democratic Party is arguing the state’s Green Party failed to collect enough valid signatures for certification for this year’s state ballot.

Another shot of snow on the way

The calendar says spring, but Mother Nature has different plans for Northwest Montana this week.

Judge to decide if Nazi 'troll storm' is protected speech

MISSOULA (AP) — Attorneys for a neo-Nazi website publisher and a Montana woman will ask a judge Tuesday to decide whether the white nationalist had a First Amendment right to unleash a “troll storm” of anti-Semitic messages and threats against the woman’s family.

Legals April 3, 2018

No. 25231 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 10:00 AM, a Public Hearing will be held in Room (207) of the Sanders Building, at 111 North Sanders in Helena, for the purpose of receiving comments on the draft Department of Public Health and Human Services "2018 DOE State Plan Application". U.S. Department of Energy funding in the 2018 draft plan is based on the 2016 allocation levels and will be updated once the FFY18 budget is passed and the updated allocations have been issued to the State of Montana. Draft copies of the proposed application will be available at the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Intergovernmental Human Services Bureau, 1400 Carter Drive, P.O. Box 202956, Helena, MT 59620-2956 on Friday, March 23, 2018. Written comments must be received by 5:00 PM, Tuesday, April 3, 2018. March 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, and April 1, 2, 3, 2018 MNAXLP --------------------------------------------

Students qualify for Montana geo bee

Eight students who know their place in the world qualified to compete at the Montana National Geographic Bee on Friday at the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman.

Annabelle 'Iris' Carroll, 86

Iris Carroll passed away peacefully at the Immanuel Lutheran Home of Kalispell on April 1, 2018.

Sparrow's Nest seeking sponsors for 'Somebodies' campaign

Sparrow’s Nest of Northwest Montana is seeking sponsor sites around the Flathead Valley for its annual “Somebodies” campaign April 9 through 19th.

Horse stampede down Highway 93

According to a Flathead County Sheriff’s report, between 20 and 30 horses reportedly escaped and were seen running northbound on U.S. 93.

CrossFit Bigfork opens up shop

Growing up, Isaac Lee was never much of a weights guy.

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Weston Lanktree, son of Aaron Lanktree and Shelby White of Kalispell, was born Oct. 26 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Two sides to every story: Vote yes for Evergreen fire levy

Let me introduce myself: My name is Brodie Verworn and I will become an elected member of the Evergreen Fire Board come the summer of 2018. I have been in EMS since 1998, starting out in Seeley Lake, then moving to Ravalli Countyy in 2000, becoming an EMT-B, an EMT-I, then moving up to the Flathead in 2004, where I joined the South Kalispell Volunteer Fire Department, then was hired on at the Big Mountain Fire Department, where I have spent the last 12 years as a career firefighter/paramedic (obtaining my degree in paramedicine in 2010,) also having been a part of the Bigfork Fire Department for over seven years. I am also the Western Region Team Leader for the SIM-MT project, putting on high fidelity simulation education for hospitals, clinics, EMS and fire departments all across Montana.

Evergreen levy 'goes too far'

I hope all Evergreen residents studied the pamplet received by mail before submitting their ballots on the Evergreen fire levy.

William Baxter McCleskey, 77

William Baxter McCleskey, at 77 years of age, peacefully passed on to “greener pastures” March 31, 2018.

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Spring snowstorm blasts Montana

Northwest Montana residents woke up to a substantial snowstorm Monday that dropped a foot of new snow on some valley locations and wreaked havoc on area highways.

Legals April 2, 2018

No. 25231 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 10:00 AM, a Public Hearing will be held in Room (207) of the Sanders Building, at 111 North Sanders in Helena, for the purpose of receiving comments on the draft Department of Public Health and Human Services "2018 DOE State Plan Application". U.S. Department of Energy funding in the 2018 draft plan is based on the 2016 allocation levels and will be updated once the FFY18 budget is passed and the updated allocations have been issued to the State of Montana. Draft copies of the proposed application will be available at the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Intergovernmental Human Services Bureau, 1400 Carter Drive, P.O. Box 202956, Helena, MT 59620-2956 on Friday, March 23, 2018. Written comments must be received by 5:00 PM, Tuesday, April 3, 2018. March 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, and April 1, 2, 3, 2018 MNAXLP --------------------------------------------

Whitefish proposes snow lot for affordable housing

The city of Whitefish is eying its snow storage lot near the train depot as a potential site for affordable housing, but the 1.64-acre plot first needs a zone change.

Landmark St. Ignatius church has a rich history

The St. Ignatius Mission Church is a marvel, inside and out.

A mathematical mind

Necessity may open the door of opportunity, but it is for the individual to decide whether or not to walk through. For Glacier High School Principal Callie Langohr, the necessity of purchasing a lawnmower — a seemingly mundane life event — ended up taking her career in a new direction and she embraced the challenge.

Subdivisions, road repair funding tops council agenda

The Kalispell City Council will meet on Monday evening at 7 p.m. to hold a public hearing on adjustments to municipal water regulations and vote on three small two-lot subdivisions and a couple of funding requests.

Holocaust survivor to speak at FVCC

Holocaust survivor Pete Metzelaar will share his story in a lecture at Flathead Valley Community College on April 10.

Legals April 1, 2018

No. 25241 INVITATION FOR BIDS The City of Kalispell, Montana will receive sealed bids for the Westside Interceptor Project. The project includes furnishing labor, materials and equipment required to complete five (5) schedules of work. The separate schedules are as follows: Schedule 1 includes installing approximately 8,000 linear feet of 30 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and replacing approximately 1,100 linear feet of 18 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and replacing approximately 2,000 linear feet of 8 inch PVC C900, DR18 water main. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer service connections, water main/service adjustments, fire hydrant assemblies, water main/service connections, water services, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 2 includes installing approximately 6,750 linear feet of 30 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 4,000 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 400 linear feet of 30 inch PVC C900, DR18 sewer main, and approximately 100 linear feet of 48 inch steel casing via Bore and Jack installation. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 3 includes installing approximately 700 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 2,900 linear feet of dual 12 inch PVC C900, DR 18 sewer force main, and approximately 350 linear feet of 48 inch steel casing via Bore and Jack installations. Also included in this schedule is a new Lift Station and 4 lift station abandonments. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 4 includes installing approximately 4,000 linear feet of 27 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 8,200 linear feet of 24 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main, and approximately 2,600 linear feet of 21 inch ASTM F679 - PS 46 sewer main. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer manholes, sanitary sewer main/service connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Schedule 5 includes installing approximately 4,550 linear feet of 10 inch PVC C900. DR 18 sewer force main, and approximately 1,500 linear feet of 10 inch HDPE, DR 11 sewer force main via Horizontal Directional Drill installations. Also included in this schedule are sanitary sewer force main connections, paved surface restoration, concrete restoration and landscape restoration. Bidding documents may be examined at the City of Kalispell Public Works Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. Phone 406-758-7720. Bidding requirements are listed on the city of Kalispell website, and Plans and specifications may also be examined beginning no later than Friday, March 23, 2018, through QuestCDN. The City of Kalispell portal to QuestCDN is located on the City of Kalispell website at www.kalispell.com/clerk/proiects_bids_proposals.php. The City will be only accepting online electronic bids through QuestCDN. Pre-Bid Meetings will be held in the Main Level City Hall Council Chambers, 201 1st Ave. East, Kalispell, MT 59901 as follows: Schedule 1 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 5, 2018 Schedule 2 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 12, 2018 Schedule 3 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018 Schedules 4 & 5 - 3:00 PM Thursday, April 26, 2018 Interested Bidders are encouraged to attend the Pre-Bid Meetings. Bids will be received by QuestCDN for the schedules as follows: Schedule 1 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 12, 2018 Schedule 2 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018 Schedule 3 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, April 26, 2018 Schedules 4 & 5 - Until 2:30 PM Thursday, May 3, 2018 All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the time and date shown above for the appropriate schedule(s) in the Main Level City Hall Council Chambers, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana 59901. City of Kalispell Aimee Brunckhorst CMC, City Clerk & Communications Manager March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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Rachel O’Boyle, 97

Rachel Douglas O’Boyle, 97, “joined her heavenly father” on March 28, 2018.

Farm Hands-Nourish the Flathead community night

Farm Hands-Nourish the Flathead is having a community night from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 4, at The Raven, 15321 Montana 35, in Woods Bay, five miles south of Bigfork.

An Easter People

Columbia Falls church answered the call for their ‘neighbors’

We are an Easter People and I am thankful for the many ways God shows us the power of the Resurrection in our midst. God is at work in our lives, in the places we find death and decay in ourselves, to restore us. Grace abounds, and some of us experience this more as we fully engage the conversation with God.

Holding Zinke accountable through facts, not false attacks

Here at Western Values Project, we believe words matter. So when Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke used this paper to misleadingly smear us as “attack dogs,” we took offense: We’re watchdogs, not attack dogs, focused on defending America’s public lands by holding policymakers and special interests accountable.

Parks maintenance means Montana jobs

Montana’s National Parks brought in 7.4 million visitors last year. It was the busiest year on record for Glacier National Park and the second busiest for Yellowstone.

General store is centerpiece of Amish community

It’s the 50 kinds of Amish-made cheese that draw many people to the Mission General Store for the first time.

Project helps heal heart patients

With the energy of spring chickens, a group of women at Prestige Assisted Living completed a heartfelt project in February to help post-surgical patients at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Can an unpopular decision still be right one?

The recent ruling by District Court Judge Robert Allison that the Flathead County commissioners did not pay sufficient heed to public comment in deciding to allow a proposed water-bottling plant to go forward in Creston raises a number of questions, both philosophical and practical.

Marino and Najarro

Talia Marino and Oswaldo Najarro, together with their parents, announce their engagement.

Jerri L. Guiffrida, 64

Jerri was “called to heaven” on Saturday, March 24, after a courageous fight with cancer. She will be greatly missed by many.

Don K. Savelle, 67

“After a diagnosis of melanoma in 2008, I vowed to live until I died and live I did, with fun, laughter, friends, family and travel. Because I could not stop for death, he kindly stopped for me...on Saturday March 24, 2018 at my home in Village Greens, with my devoted and richly loved wife Rebekah at my side.

St. Ignatius embraces its multicultural roots

The fabric of life in St. Ignatius has been a multilayered tapestry since the town grew up around the Catholic mission that took root there in 1854.

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Various faith leaders from different religions, denominations and churches around the Flathead will gather April 8 at the Gateway Community Mall’s event space at 1203 Hwy 2 W, Kalispell for an Interfaith Peace Service.

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I am disgusted this bottling plant was approved.

What if the political shoe were on other foot?

It is time for a practical lesson on tribalism over patriotism in U.S. politics today.

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SunRift Beer Company opening in April

The newest craft brewery in the Flathead is nearly ready to open its doors.