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Fighting man takes highway to jail

A witness reported seeing a fight break out between two men who allegedly got out of their vehicles in the middle of the highway near Hutton Ranch Plaza. The reporting party told Kalispell Police that one man head-butted the other and bloodied his nose. The same man then reportedly beat on the other man’s car.

Allen Roger Galloway, 61

Allen Roger Galloway, 61, passed away unexpectantly on Feb. 26, 2018, at his home in Kalispell.

Elinor 'Ellie' Felicia (Carlson) Buchanan, 93

Elinor “Ellie” Buchanan was born in Moose, Wyoming, on Jan. 9, 1925, to Roger Frederick Carlson and Lauretta Marie Sensenbach Carlson. The family soon moved to California and then returned to Moose and Jackson, Wyoming, in 1931. Later they moved to Rock Springs, where Ellie graduated from high school in 1942.

Kalispell voters to consider $1M levy

By HILARY MATHESON

Snow piles up in February

As February draws to a close, Northwest Montana remains in cold storage.

Open burning season begins in Flathead

Open burn season for Flathead and northern Lake counties begins Thursday, March 1.

Bighorn sheep from Malta transplanted in Plains herd

A team of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks employees braved subzero temperatures and extreme winter weather to capture bighorn sheep south of Malta and transport the animals more than 500 miles to help improve a herd near Plains.

BNSF highlights 'internet of things' at FVCC event

Mike Garcia’s great-grandfather spent 40 years working as a railroad machinist. Today, he carries on that legacy as a director in BNSF Railway’s Modern Business Intelligence and Mechanical Systems department.

State takes comments on RV park's water, sewer plan

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has completed a draft enviornmental assessment for Glacier Park Inc.’s West Glacier RV Park and Cabin Village and is now taking public comments regarding the proposed water, wastewater and stormwater approvals.

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University of Montana reduces its graduation ceremonies

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — The University of Montana has eliminated individual graduation ceremonies for academic departments in favor of two larger ceremonies.

Bozeman company awarded contract for border wall work

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The U.S. government has awarded a Montana-based company a contract worth more than $73 million to design and build replacement fencing along 20 miles (32 kilometers) of the U.S.-Mexico border in southern New Mexico, officials confirmed Wednesday.

Interior Department veterans: Proposed overhaul is flawed

DENVER (AP) — U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's plan for a major realignment to put more of his department's decision-makers in the field has a fundamental flaw in the eyes of some who spent their careers making those decisions: They're already out there.

Body of missing Polson man recovered

The body of a missing Polson man was found Tuesday afternoon.

Legals February 28, 2018

No. 25130 CALL FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, will receive bids on the following grades of EMULSIFIED LIQUID ASPHALT: Estimated Usage Emulsified Asphalt - CRS 2 - 500 tons The estimated usage figures are to be used only for the purpose of submitting a bid; actual usage for 2018 asphalt season may vary from the estimate. Bidding is to be by the ton F.O.B. to Flathead County and the specific site, which will be disclosed at the time the order is placed. Bid price is to also include appropriate placement of materials on County site by successful bidder. Distributor to be mounted with a Bear Cat computerized spray bar with a minimum 4,000 gallon tank or equivalent. Supplier shall have oil sample test results on hand and available upon request of Flathead County. Bidder will be responsible for proper product, temperature, consistency, and application. All orders will be placed with the successful bidder by 4:00 p.m. on the day prior to delivery. All orders to be delivered at 7:00 a.m. the next morning. Tanks to be equipped with factory mounted visual thermometers. Bidder will be responsible to provide County with two (2) oil samples to be taken at the point of delivery, before application begins. Oil samples will be labeled and ready to be tested. Labels and attached documentation are to include date, type of material, temperature, and any other information needed for adequate testing. Bid to be from March 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019, or until the County Commissioners call for new bids, with the right to go to the next supplier if asphalt is not available or if the asphalt does not meet MDOT specifications from the successful bidder. Bid price is to include on-site delivery within Flathead County and for materials to be placed on the road by the vendor. Each bidder must deposit with his bid, a bid security in the amount of three-thousand dollars ($3,000.00), to secure the bidder's express covenant that if the bidder is awarded the contract, the bidder will, within ten (10) days, enter into a formal contract; or otherwise the bidder will pay to Flathead County the difference between the amount of his bid and the amount for which Flathead County contracts with another party to complete the contract; bid security shall be payable to Flathead County and shall be in the form of lawful money of the United States: a cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft issued by a Montana bank; or a bid bond executed by a surety corporation authorized to do business in Montana. All sealed bids must be plainly marked "Emulsified Asphalt Bid" and must be in the hands of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, on or before March 8th, 2018 at 8:45 o'clock AM. Bids will be opened and read the same morning at 9:15 AM in the Commissioners' Chambers, located on the third floor of the County Courthouse. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept the bid deemed to be in the best interest of Flathead County. The award of a bid will be made solely by the issuance of a letter of award to the successful bidder by the Office of the Board of Flathead County Commissioners. Dated this 20th day of February, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chair February 21, 28, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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During the Whitefish Planning Board hearing of Jan. 18 regarding the proposal for Fresh Life Church to construct a church on Central Avenue, a Whitefish resident commented that the church was inconsistent with the tourism brand and small town feel that is Whitefish.

Western AA Boys Basketball Flathead, Glacier looking to peak at divisional

Flathead and Glacier enter today’s first round of the Western AA boys divisional basketball tournament in Helena on opposite trajectories.

Full house for Montana Indoor Soccer Championship

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Kneeland, Elliott, Reed sweep podium twice at Great Divide

MARYSVILLE — Brodie Kneeland, Ryder Elliott and Townsend Reed led 13 podium finishers from the Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation ski racing team during last weekends’ competitions.

A defense of the regular season

It’s tournament time again in Montana.

Philip C. Stertz, 88

Philip C. Stertz, 88, passed away peacefully in his sleep Feb. 22, 2018, at WeI-life in Kalispell.

Esther Mae Gould Enget Crowder, 87

Esther Mae Gould Enget Crowder, 87, passed away Feb. 23, 2018, in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Mom educated in the school of hard barks

An anxious mother told police that a dog, possibly a golden retriever, reportedly ran up to the sidewalk and scared her and her daughter by barking, but that it did not hurt either one of them or leave its property. Kalispell Police Department told the mother no ordinances were broken and advised her to walk on the other side of the street past the house. The dog’s owner told police she would keep the dog inside when kids were walking to school and that it did have a shock collar.

Kenneth Henry Pruett, 91

Kenneth Henry Pruett of Columbia Falls, 91, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018, in Kalispell.

Lee Evan Berger, 77

Lee Evan Berger passed away peacefully on Feb. 20, 2018, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family “as he went to be with the Lord.”

Dave Whitford, 59

Dave “Dave the Biker” Whitford, 59, of Kalispell, passed away on Friday, Feb. 23, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Pat Saville, 89

Pat Saville passed peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of Feb. 13, 2018. The day before, she was cooking her breakfast, calling her friends for a card game and enjoying the Olympics on TV.

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Blackfeet Reservation buried by blizzards

Communities east of the Continental Divide are bearing the brunt of Montana’s snowier-than-usual winter.

Commission to discuss Raceway development

It’s do or die time for a proposed subdivision at Montana Raceway Park north of Kalispell.

Columbia Falls proposes to remove expired overlays

The city of Columbia Falls plans to remove the expired planned-unit development overlay plans for four proposed developments that would have added 435 housing units to the city, had the projects come to fruition.

Food bank gets record-setting donation from Applied Materials

Kalispell has long been generous to the Flathead Food Bank.

Passers-by save woman pinned beneath vehicle

A woman was able to walk away from a rollover crash on Monday evening thanks to the efforts of a few passers-by and emergency responders.

Local businessman gives $4M to FVCC project

Longtime Flathead Valley businessman and community philanthropist Paul Wachholz has donated $4 million to Flathead Valley Community College’s effort to build a college center on the Kalispell campus.

Local woman killed in head-on crash

A Columbia Falls woman was killed in a head-on crash Monday evening in Evergreen, just east of the Flathead River bridge.

Legals February 27, 2018

No. 25141 CITY OF WHITEFISH, MONTANA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Proposals Due: Friday 03/16/18 4:00 PM Contact: Karin Hilding, Senior Project Engineer Phone Number: (406) 863-2450 Email Address: khilding@cityofwhitefish.org ANNOUNCEMENT In accordance with Title 18, Chapter 8 (MCA) and adopted City policy for consultant selection, The City of Whitefish, Montana (City) is seeking Proposals from qualified consulting engineering firms to provide engineering services for the State Park Reconstruction Project. This project involves roadway, water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer elements. Proposals are due by Friday, March 16, 2018. PROJECT OVERVIEW The State Park Road Reconstruction Project will involve the design and construction of approximately 4,650 feet of State Park Road, starting near Highway 93 and continuing north to the BNSF railroad tracks. The scope of work will include surveying, engineering design, public relations and construction management services; water distribution, wastewater collection and storm water collection system improvements; coordination with and possible relocation of private utilities; a new bicycle/pedestrian trail along the full length of the project; and new street lights. The project may also include Right-of-Way acquisitions. The funding will be provided by local Resort Tax funds. The City's goal is to award a consultant contract in May 2018. Construction is expected to begin in 2019 depending on the availability of funds and may be scheduled in two phases over two construction seasons. REQUIRED SERVICES The work to be performed by consultant shall include, but not be limited to, the following services: Work closely with city staff as requested to confirm criteria for the project. Discussion and presentation of the project to the City Council may be required. Produce a detailed topographical survey for the project depicting important features, lot corners, utilities, etc. Conduct (or subcontract) soil investigations as necessary to determine soil type, condition and suitability. Prepare preliminary design drawings for discussion including a site plan and cross sections sufficient to depict the project. Prepare preliminary estimates of construction costs for the project. Upon approval of the final design, the selected firm shall produce a complete set of construction documents including, but not necessarily limited to, construction-grade drawings, written specifications, and final cost estimates. Administration of the public bidding process. Provide construction administration services necessary to confirm that the project complies with the plans and specifications of the bid. Provide the City with electronic copies of documents generated during the design and construction of the project along with an as built survey of the completed project. FORMAT AND CONTENT OF SUBMITTAL Five (5) copies of the firm's proposal shall be submitted to the Whitefish Public Works Department, 1005 Baker Ave, PO Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937, no later than 4:00 PM Friday, March 16, 2018. Faxed or emailed proposals will not be considered. In order to be responsive, all proposals must follow the format and contain information listed in this section. Unnecessarily elaborate brochures and other presentations beyond those sufficient to present a complete and effective response to the solution are not desired. Cover Letter - Provide a letter of transmittal introducing your firm. Overview - Provide an abstract of your firm's submittal summarizing the nature of the proposal and demonstrating your understanding of the projects. Key Personnel - Include brief resumes of the staff who will be assigned to the project. Discuss experience and how experience will be applied to this project. Experience - Provide details of up to three (3) prior projects your firm has completed which relate to this assignment. References - Provide names and telephone numbers of three (3) references who will attest to your firm's ability to undertake and complete projects similar to this on time and within budget. EVALUATION, SELECTION PROCESS AND CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS Proposals will be ranked by a Selection Committee and the three highest ranked engineering firms will be invited to present their proposal to the committee. Contract negotiations will begin with the highest ranked firm as soon as possible following the interviews. If the City determines acceptable terms cannot be reached, the City will terminate negotiations and continue with the next highest ranked firm. The City may choose to expand an engineering contract resulting from this selection process to include similar or related work. Each Proposal will be ranked according to the following criteria. 30% - Overall quality of the proposal including clarity of the submittal and responsiveness to the Request for Proposals 30% - Qualifications of personnel who would be assigned to the project and the project team's experience, as a group, with design and construction oversight of municipal Public Works projects 20% - Prior experience with similar projects 10% - The firm's past work for the City of Whitefish 10% - Office location for personnel who would be assigned to the project Questions may be referred to Karin Hilding - Senior Project Manager, by telephone at 406-863-2450, or by email at khilding@cityofwhitefish.org. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. City reserves the right to request clarification of information submitted and to request additional information from the firm(s). If a contract and fee cannot be successfully negotiated with the selected firm, the City may choose to enter into negotiations with another prospective firm, or it may re-advertise for new proposals. The successful consultant shall provide and maintain professional liability, worker's compensation, property damage, errors and omissions, and any additional lines of coverage required by the City. February 27, March 8, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Familiar foes Glacier, Flathead to meet in divisional

It’s a common tactic in chess to look ahead.

Hume, Nadeau headline honorees at FHS mat banquet

Payton Hume and Tucker Nadeau were honored as outstanding wrestlers at Flathead’s team banquet, held weeks after the Braves capped a 21-2 season with their second consecutive state team championship.

Browning leads the way on Western A all-tourney teams

BUTTE — Browning led all Northwest A conference teams with three first-team all-tournament selections at the Western A divisional basketball tournament at the Butte Civic Center last weekend.

Neighbor fires gun in the dark

According to the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office, a woman didn’t like her neighbor shooting a pistol at night in the dark. She said she had to get up early, and she had on ongoing issue with him shooting his gun at night. Police contacted the man and advised him if he could stop shooting by 10 p.m. to it would be better for those who had to go to work in the morning.

Judges needed for county science fair

About 30 volunteer judges are still needed for the Flathead County Science Fair scheduled Thursday.

Applications for property tax assistance program due March 1

Property owners have until March 1 to apply for the state’s Land Value Property Tax Assistance Program for Residential Property. Created last year by the Montana legislature, this program aims to provide tax relief for residents whose land value has grown disproportionately higher than their home’s value.

Grant bolsters Bigfork music program

Bigfork High School band is playing a new tune.

Finalists to interview for Flathead principal job

Four finalists have been selected to interview for the Flathead High School principal position Wednesday followed by an invitation for the public to meet the candidates in the evening.

Flathead grad takes over, rebrands Great Falls brewery

A former Flathead High School student has taken the reins of the brewery formerly known as The Front in Great Falls, and plans sweeping changes that include an increased focus on making sure his business has a footprint in the Flathead.

Seattle QB Wilson to speak at Stillwater banquet

Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson will be a guest speaker at Stillwater Christian School’s banquet in Kalispell later this spring.

Storm stymies search for missing skier

The search for a skier who has been missing in the backcountry near Whitefish Mountain Resort for 10 days will resume Tuesday after a winter storm stymied efforts on Sunday.

Rescue teams search near SKQ Dam for missing man

Lake County Search and Rescue teams on Monday were looking for a Polson man who went missing over the weekend near the SKQ Dam in Polson.

Outdoor recreation a big player in U.S. economy

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Uninhibited

Kimberley Barreda loves when the trophy sitting behind her catches a bit of Montana’s afternoon light, casting a small rainbow across her living room. “It’s heavy,” she says, offering it up to hold. “You’ll need two hands.”

Local officials consider Bigfork zone change

A proposed zoning map amendment that sets the stage for commercial and denser residential development on 67.7 acres near Bigfork will be considered Tuesday, Feb. 27, by the Flathead County commissioners.

Delivery driver spooks local

Someone called the Kalispell Police Department to report a silver Jeep being driven erratically. The driver was shining a cell phone light all over the place and shining their headlights on houses. Turns out, the Jeep was “just a paper delivery person.”

Women the focus of new ag course

Women in the agricultural field will get a spotlight at Flathead Valley Community College starting this fall when the school introduces a new course to its agriculture program.

Free the Seeds! returns with new growth

Amidst the heaps of snow covering the Flathead Valley, a reminder of the coming spring returns to Flathead Valley Community College March 3 for the third annual Free the Seeds! event.

Legals February 25, 2018

No. 25144 CITY OF COLUMBIA FALLS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS The Columbia Falls City-County Planning Board will hold a public hearing for the following items at their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. at the Council Chambers of City Hall, 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, Montana. The Columbia Falls City Council will hold a subsequent hearing on April 2, 2018 starting at 7:00 p.m. in the same location. Planned Unit Development Expiration - Columbia Range PUD: The City of Columbia Falls has initiated a request to remove an expired PUD Overlay from the project formerly known as Columbia Range from the zoning map and revert it to the underlying zoning of CR-3 and SAG-5. Columbia Range was a 146 lot development on 72 acres which never proceeded to construction or final PUD/Plat approval. The property is described as Tracts 1, 2, 3, & 4 of COS 20092, in Section 16, Township 30 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M., Flathead County. Planned Unit Development Expiration - River Highlands PUD: The City of Columbia Falls has initiated a request to remove an expired PUD Overlay from the project formerly known as River Highlands from the zoning map and revert it to the underlying zoning of CR-3. River Highlands was a 151 unit development on 48 acres which never proceeded to construction or final PUD/Plat approval. The property is described as Lots 1, 2, & 3 of Loeffler Ridge Subdivision and Tracts 2 & 3 of COS 14045, in Section 16, Township 30 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M., Flathead County. Planned Unit Development Expiration - Grace Ann PUD: The City of Columbia Falls has initiated a request to remove an expired PUD Overlay from the project formerly known as Grace Ann from the zoning map and revert it to the underlying zoning of CR-4 and CRA-1. Grace Ann was a 16 unit condominium development on two acres which never proceeded to construction or final PUD/Plat approval. The property is described as Parcels 1 & 2 of COS 17116, in Section 17, Township 30 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M., Flathead County. Planned Unit Development Expiration - Glacier Estates PUD: The City of Columbia Falls has initiated a request to remove an expired PUD Overlay from the project formerly known as Glacier Estates from the zoning map and revert it to the underlying zoning of CR-3. Glacier was a 122 unit development on 14 acres which never proceeded to construction or final PUD/Plat approval. The property is described as Lots 3 & 4 of Williams Estate Subdivision in Section 16, Township 30 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M., Flathead County. Columbia Falls Subdivision Regulations - Title 17 (Subdivision Text Amendment): A request by the City of Columbia Falls to amend certain portions of the text of the Columbia Falls Subdivision Regulations (Title 17 of the Columbia Falls Municipal Code). The City proposes to amend Sections 17.12.020 Phasing of plats; 17.12.050(I) (c) and 17.12.060(J) (3) approval periods and extension process for major and minor subdivisions. Persons may testify at the hearings or submit written comments prior to the meetings. Written comment may be sent to Columbia Falls City Hall, Attention: Susan Nicosia, City Manager, 130 6th Street West, Room A, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. For more information call Eric Mulcahy, Columbia Falls City Planner at 755-6481. DATED this 15th day of February, 2018. Susan Nicosia Susan Nicosia, City Manager/Planning and Zoning Administrator COLUMBIA FALLS CITY-COUNTY PLANNING BOARD February 25, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

To save lives, change the culture - the gun culture

As a father I have reached the end of my tolerance for excuses as to why we can’t do anything about mass shootings. Two of my kids walk onto a college campus every morning while my youngest walks into high school. No parent should have to worry about assault ri?es being used to butcher children in math class.

Stop talking about what 'won't work'

I am frustrated by persons talking about only what “won’t work” to stop gun violence — the theory that gun violence is all about guns and helping with mental disorders won’t help unless we get rid of all the guns, or it is all about mental illness and banning any guns won’t make a difference because there will just be other weapons and violence.

James “Jim” Earl Stanard, 73

James “Jim” Earl Stanard, of Kalispell, passed away in his home on Feb. 22, 2018.

Carol Mae Flottman Olson, 85

Carol Mae Flottman Olson passed away Feb. 19, 2018.

Don't stigmatize the mentally ill; just restrict guns

By Jeanne Southwood

What kind of violence is more acceptable to you?

Another mass killing at a declared “gun-free” congregation of innocents, and now come the predictable cries for more stringent ?rearms regulations to somehow magically bring mass killings to an end.

Don't leave God out of the equation when solving school shootings

I want to applaud the letters to the editor last Sunday — Jim Garvey’s, Dee Arm-strong’s, Grant Kier’s — as well as Frank Miele’s excellent column. They were well done — each suggesting good reasons and solutions to the violence exhibited in our schools. I simply want to add something else.

Whitefish land deal adds key protections

The completion of the first phase of a three-pronged plan to protect the Whitefish Lake watershed is significant on a couple of levels.

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It’s no surprise to read about another mass shooting in one of country’s schools — it’s become all too commonplace. So too are the responses: outlaw guns, more security, stricter controls and more scrutiny of those who may be “mentally ill.” But few are asking the question of why this is happening. One of the main causes is undoubtedly founded inside of the doctrines of secular humanism.

Taking stock of Hollywood's gun-porn hypocrisy in a post-Harvey 'Me Too' world

For decades of decadence, Hollywood and its minions have made billions exploiting women, both on camera and off.

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Gun control will remain controversial and enforcement will remain problematic. Preventing school shootings is complicated and will require a wide mix of approaches.

Russell Edward Halaas, 92

Russell Edward Halaas, 92, of Cheney, Washington, formerly of Kalispell and Moorhead, Minnesota, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018, after a brief illness, in Mesa, Arizona.

Laura Sue Babarovich, 70

Laura Sue Babarovich, 70, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, in Kalispell.

Philip C. Stertz, 88

Philip C. Stertz, 88, of Kalispell died there on Feb. 21, 2018.

Esther M. Crowder, 87

Esther Mae Crowder, 87, died on Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 in Bismark, N.D.

Lee E. Berger, 77

Lee E. Berger, 77, passed away Feb. 20, 2018.

Nova Arlyne Gottschalk, 84

Nova Arlyne Gottschalk, 84, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018, at Brendan House in Kalispell.

William Joseph Hammans, 57

William Joseph Hammans, 57, of Kalispell, died Feb. 20, 2018.

Elinor 'Ellie' Felicia (Carlson) Buchanan, 93

Elinor “Ellie” Buchanan was born in Moose, Wyoming, on Jan. 9, 1925, to Roger Frederick Carlson and Lauretta Marie Sensenbach Carlson. The family soon moved to California and then returned to Moose and Jackson, Wyoming, in 1931. Later they moved to Rock Springs, where Ellie graduated from high school in 1942.

Betty R. Fairchild, 94

Betty R. Fairchild, 94, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018, in Kalispell.

Music teacher finalist in composition contest

“Kaia!” is a piece of music written by composer Craig Naylor for wind ensemble and symphonic band that takes inspiration from martial arts and ancient Japanese musical traditions.

Bottling plant opponents appeal water-use permit

The long-running dispute over Montana Artesian Water Company’s proposed Creston bottling facility entered a new phase Friday.

Kalispell man's life saved by lung donation

Mark Delorme received the call at 6:30 p.m. on July 12, 2017. A pair of lungs was available, and he was a match. Did he want them?

District looks at cuts, levies to cover shortfall

Budget cuts are on the way for Kalispell Public Schools and general fund levies for the high school and elementary districts may be on the May ballot.

What's a quinzee? Now I know

Ole Netteberg, an effervescent fellow Scandinavian from Minnesota, sat down beside me at a Whitefish Planning Board meeting not long ago and asked if I’d ever heard of a quinzee.

As we go over the cliff, just who is in the driver's seat?

Legals February 24, 2018

No. 25129 Public Notice: On or after March 1st, 2018 Auction Storage will have a public auction. Gardner Auction Service will conduct the auction at 200 United Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901 and at gardnerauction.com. To be sold for cash, the personal items stored at Auction Storage 123 Auction Rd.. Kalispell, MT by the following persons: Richard Gordan and others that have received notice per MCA 70-6-420. Auction Storage Office: 282 Fourth Ave. WN, Kalispell, MT 59901. Phone 406-755-1102. February 17, 24, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

C-Falls outlasts Hamilton to take 3rd at Western A

BUTTE — Once again, the Columbia Falls girls survived and advanced.

Johnson hits 1,000 career points as Flathead topples Sentinel, 65-62

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Bigfork sweeps divisional hoop championships

RONAN — Having already clinched a berth at the state tournament before tip-off, Bigfork competed in the Western B divisional championship game without the slighest bit of pressure.

Hitchhiker threatened with handgun

A man said a couple who offered him a ride to work pulled a gun on him while in the car. The man told the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office that he was in the backseat when the male half pulled a handgun on him and demanded his wallet as they were rounding the Airport Road roundabout. The man said he “bailed from the car” when the woman stopped the van.

Darla (DeMars) Czyz, 60

Darla Jean Czyz, 60, passed away on Feb. 18, 2018, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, leaving a legacy of living life on her own terms despite the many challenges thrown in her way.

Krueger files for re-election

Flathead County District 3 Commissioner Gary Krueger has filed for re-election. He’s the only member of the three-member commission whose term expires at this year.

Bigfork Fire seeks levy to maintain service

The Bigfork Fire Department is asking voters to approve a new mill levy in an effort to maintain adequate fire protection and emergency medical service in the community.

Students tap into augmented reality

Columbia Falls Junior High eighth-grader Haylee Lawrence put on a pair of glasses during science class on Feb. 15. They aren’t ordinary glasses, however. What resemble small pegs protruding from the lightweight metal frames are actually tracking sensors being picked up by a camera on a special monitor in front of her.

Students take part in welding contest

Flathead Valley Community College hosted its first high school welding competition Thursday.

Conservative author D'Souza to speak in Bigfork

On Saturday, March 10, conservative author and filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza will speak in Bigfork, in an event hosted by the Last Chance Patriots and the Flathead Republican Central Committee.

Search for missing skier ramps up over weekend

A week after Dr. Jonathan Torgerson vanished in the backcountry near Whitefish Mountain Resort, the search-and-rescue effort is intensifying.

Legals February 23, 2018

No. 25155 NOTICE OF SALE FOR STATE SCHOOL TRUST LAND The Dept. of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) will offer the following parcels of state land located in Flathead County, for sale at public auction on April 5, 2018 at 9:00 am, at the DNRC Northwest Land Office, 655 Timberwolf Parkway, Suite 1, Kalispell, MT under terms and conditions provided herein. Sale No. 849 Acres: 1.08 Legal Description: Lot 18, Echo Lake, Sec. 5, T27N-R19W Minimum Bid for Land: $229,000 Value of Improvements on Property: $0 Location: Lot 18, Echo Lake, MT 59911 BID PARTICIPATION A bid packet containing an Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form and Invitation to Purchase State Land at Public Oral Auction and General Terms & Conditions for Sale is available on the website: http://dnrc.mt.gov/cabinsitesales or from DNRC upon request. For Open House dates go to http://dnrc.mt.gov/cabinsitesales. All persons wishing to participate in the auction, on or before March 16, 2018, must submit a bid deposit in the form of a certified check made payable to DNRC equal to five percent (5%) of the minimum bid indicated for that parcel. In addition, an Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form must be completed and submitted with each bid deposit. Failure to submit the Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form as provided herein will prohibit participation in the auction. All Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Forms and payments must be sent to the address shown below. DNRC, Attn: Renee Kelley, PO Box 201601, 1539 Eleventh Avenue, Helena, MT 59620-1601, (406) 444-4289 or renee.kelley@mt.gov. TERMS OF SALE for SALE No. 849: The improvements and any other personal property on the cabin/home sites are owned by the lessee or other 3rd party. The successful bidder shall be required to pay the appraised value of the improvements in addition to the purchase price of the cabin/home site determined by the highest bid at the auction in accordance with M.C.A. §77-2-318. The minimum acceptable bids for the land are the values indicated above. The parcel will be sold to the high bidder of that parcel. However, the current lessee of the parcel shall retain the option to exercise their preference right for purchase by matching the high bid for that parcel. If that right is exercised, the lessee will be deemed the purchaser of the parcel. If the preference right is not exercised, the high bidder shall be deemed to be the purchaser. The high bidder will be responsible to pay the lessee for the value of improvements located on the property. In addition to the purchase price for each parcel and the purchase of the improvement, the purchaser shall also be responsible for the following costs (if applicable to that particular sale) including, but not limited to: Advertising, Appraisal, Filing fees, Water Right Transfers, Cost of Closing. All inquiries, bid deposits, or requests for forms are to be sent to: DNRC, Attn: Renee Kelley, PO Box 201601, 1539 Eleventh Avenue, Helena, MT 59620-1601, (406) 444-4289 or renee.kelley@mt.gov. February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Vikings survive close call in semis vs. Anaconda

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Stillwater girls in MCAA hoops title game

MANHATTAN — Stillwater Christian School continues to take care of business at the Montana Christian Athletic Association state girls basketball tournament at Manhattan Christian High School.

Wildkats rebound, bounce Ronan at Western A tourney

BUTTE — Dani Douglas dropped 25 points to help Columbia Falls overcome Micalann McCrea and Ronan 71-59 in loser-out play at the girls basketball Western A divisional tournament on Friday at the Butte Civic Center.

Vikings survive close call vs. Anaconda

RONAN — The Bigfork boys were rarely threatened this season as they rolled through a dominant regular season with an undefeated record.

Home-schooler wins spelling bee; 3 students headed to state competition

Fourteen-year-old Karrissa Zanett, a home-schooled student, walked up to a microphone facing a set of three judges on the performance hall stage at Glacier High School.

Big mobile home park planned in Evergreen

A 122-lot manufactured home park — the first such development proposed in Flathead County in many years — is planned on 33 acres west of Evergreen Junior High School.

Basin Commission ends pilot program

The Flathead Basin Commission (FBC) has backed away from a pilot program it proposed to fund the fight against invasive mussels.

Kalispell child endures rare E. coli infection

At first, it seemed like an ordinary virus.

County commissioner's jury trial rescheduled

Flathead County Commissioner Phil Mitchell’s jury trial has been postponed for a second time and is now slated for June 4.

Kalispell council approves funds for new excavator

Kalispell City Council on Tuesday approved the issuance of nearly $100,000 to purchase a new excavator. The successful bid came from Columbia Falls-based Northwest Parts and Equipment, and was the lowest price the city received.

Cold snap ruptures pipe at Whitefish school

Whitefish High School students evacuated the school building Wednesday morning after the fire alarm was triggered by a fire sprinkler, which had gone off in the gym foyer.

Energy Share of Montana art contest winners

Marian Tuck, a fourth grader from West Valley Elementary School in Kalispell, won second place in Energy Share of Montana’s statewide art contest. Tuck received a $50 check Feb. 14 from Kimberly Wallace, Energy Share coordinator at Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana and representatives from Flathead Electric Cooperative. Additionally, Tuck’s teacher Bethany Knudsen received a $50 Walmart gift card to use for classroom supplies.

Washington deputy admits driving drunk through fatal crash scene

A Washington State sheriff’s deputy pleaded guilty Thursday to felony criminal endangerment and driving under the influence in Flathead District Court on Thursday.

East Glacier Bigfoot museum plan scrapped

A massive hotel project planned in East Glacier won’t include what was proposed to be the biggest Bigfoot museum in the world.

Flathead sweeps Glacier

Back and forth they went, like two prize fighters in a heavyweight bout.

Schrade, Gulick lift Wolfpack

As the first half neared its end, Glacier found itself on the wrong end of a 6-0 Flathead run and down by a game-high eight points, the contest seemingly careening out of control.

Western A Divisional Butte Central girls knock off Columbia Falls

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Bigfork boys spill Deer Lodge in West B divisional opener

RONAN — Deer Lodge held the explosive Bigfork offense in check like few teams have this year.

Heated argument over igloo eradication

According to the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office, a woman said a neighbor she didn’t know came onto her rental property from across the street and built an igloo. The neighbor reportedly became very upset with the woman and yelled at her when he found the igloo had been destroyed.

Symposium looks at promise and perils of genetic editing

Imagine a world in which a simple edit in genetic code could unlock a trove of possibilities — the end of cancer, mosquitoes free of disease or the reversal of invasive species.

Montana seeks marketing injunction against OxyContin maker

HELENA — The state of Montana is seeking a court order to prevent the maker of the powerful painkiller OxyContin from marketing opioids to Montana prescribers, seeking to put the force of a court order behind Purdue Pharma’s recent promise to end such marketing nationwide.

Community comes together over search for missing skier

As the search for Dr. Jonathan Torgerson stretches into the sixth day, a community struck with grief and worry has been left without the traditional avenues to express their feelings to the family of a man they all love. Uncertainty has precluded a sense of closure, and the result is an emotional conundrum that is difficult to sit with.

Educational Cooperative moving to new location

The Northwest Montana Educational Cooperative is moving to a new location.

Darby student charged in school threat

HAMILTON (AP) — An 18-year-old western Montana high school student is being held on charges he made numerous threats to “shoot up the school.”

PHOTO GALLERY: Rev. Billy Graham through the years

Evangelist Billy Graham, who transformed American religious life through his preaching and activism, becoming a counselor to presidents and the most widely heard Christian evangelist in history, has died.

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Citing its lack of compatibility with downtown, Whitefish City Council Tuesday denied a proposal by Fresh Life Church to construct a mixed-use building on Central Avenue.

Legals February 21, 2018

No. 25130 CALL FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, will receive bids on the following grades of EMULSIFIED LIQUID ASPHALT: Estimated Usage Emulsified Asphalt - CRS 2 - 500 tons The estimated usage figures are to be used only for the purpose of submitting a bid; actual usage for 2018 asphalt season may vary from the estimate. Bidding is to be by the ton F.O.B. to Flathead County and the specific site, which will be disclosed at the time the order is placed. Bid price is to also include appropriate placement of materials on County site by successful bidder. Distributor to be mounted with a Bear Cat computerized spray bar with a minimum 4,000 gallon tank or equivalent. Supplier shall have oil sample test results on hand and available upon request of Flathead County. Bidder will be responsible for proper product, temperature, consistency, and application. All orders will be placed with the successful bidder by 4:00 p.m. on the day prior to delivery. All orders to be delivered at 7:00 a.m. the next morning. Tanks to be equipped with factory mounted visual thermometers. Bidder will be responsible to provide County with two (2) oil samples to be taken at the point of delivery, before application begins. Oil samples will be labeled and ready to be tested. Labels and attached documentation are to include date, type of material, temperature, and any other information needed for adequate testing. Bid to be from March 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019, or until the County Commissioners call for new bids, with the right to go to the next supplier if asphalt is not available or if the asphalt does not meet MDOT specifications from the successful bidder. Bid price is to include on-site delivery within Flathead County and for materials to be placed on the road by the vendor. Each bidder must deposit with his bid, a bid security in the amount of three-thousand dollars ($3,000.00), to secure the bidder's express covenant that if the bidder is awarded the contract, the bidder will, within ten (10) days, enter into a formal contract; or otherwise the bidder will pay to Flathead County the difference between the amount of his bid and the amount for which Flathead County contracts with another party to complete the contract; bid security shall be payable to Flathead County and shall be in the form of lawful money of the United States: a cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft issued by a Montana bank; or a bid bond executed by a surety corporation authorized to do business in Montana. All sealed bids must be plainly marked "Emulsified Asphalt Bid" and must be in the hands of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, on or before March 8th, 2018 at 8:45 o'clock AM. Bids will be opened and read the same morning at 9:15 AM in the Commissioners' Chambers, located on the third floor of the County Courthouse. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept the bid deemed to be in the best interest of Flathead County. The award of a bid will be made solely by the issuance of a letter of award to the successful bidder by the Office of the Board of Flathead County Commissioners. Dated this 20th day of February, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chair February 21, 28, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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Democrats touted how they wanted a “clean” DACA bill. But then they shut down the government by not approving interim funding in order to blackmail the citizens of this county with D.A.C.A.

Maggie did Whitefish and U.S. proud

Whitefish’s hometown hero Maggie Voisin soared to a fourth-place finish Friday in women’s slopestyle at the PyeongChang Winter Games. While her sights were set on gold, Voisin has nothing to hang her head about.

Glacier looking for crosstown revenge rematch

Glacier is out for revenge tonight against Flathead in the second crosstown basketball matchup of the season.

A final crosstown for ever-dueling best friends

Caden Harkins remembers well the first time he matched up against Eric Seaman. He recalls even more clearly how he felt about his opponent afterward.

C-Falls archer Lauria wins silver medal at collegiate indoor championships

Miranda Lauria of Columbia Falls earned a silver medal for the University of the Cumberlands from Williamsburg, Kentucky, at the U.S. Intercollegiate Indoor Archery Championships on Feb. 9-11 in Las Vegas.

Bigfork boys, girls roll into divisional play

The Bigfork boys and girls basketball squads hope to avoid the challenge game scenario this year as the Western B divisional tournament opens today at the Ronan Event Center.

Stillwater girls, Flathead Valley Homeschool boys top seeds from West at MCAA state tournament

Defending Montana Christian Athletic Association state girls basketball champion Foothills Christian School of Great Falls will open the 2018 state tournament against Flathead Valley Homeschool today at noon in Bozeman.

Legal budget exhausted, health board seeks more money

Having already exhausted its budget for attorney’s fees for the fiscal year ending June 30, the Lincoln City-County Board of Health seeks additional funds from the county.

Russell Edward Halaas, 92

Russell Edward Halaas, 92, of Cheney, Washington, formerly of Kalispell and Moorhead, Minnesota, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018, after a brief illness, in Mesa, Arizona.

Man takes snowboards, leaves card info

A man reportedly used an ID and credit card to make a purchase at a store then walked out and allegedly stole three snowboards from a vehicle. Not only did the business claim the alleged theft was caught on video, but it had the man’s credit card information from the recent purchase.

Sherry C. Shortell, 69

Sherry C. Shortell, 69, passed away on Feb. 14, 2018, at North Valley Hospital. After a long, hard-fought battle with COPD, and later cancer, Sherry “opted to go home and be with her Lord and Savior Jesus.”

Harris William Endreson, 91

Harris William Endreson, 91, of Kalispell, “went to be with the Lord” on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, at Edgewood Vista in Kalispell, with his family at his side.

Donna Mae (Stertz) Beaver, 94

Donna Mae (Stertz) Beaver died Feb. 12, 2018, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Organizers mull ending Bigfork concert series

After 35 summers of filling Bigfork with song, the Riverbend Concert Association may disband at the end of the month due to a lack of volunteers.

Whitefish couple recognized for home restoration efforts

There are two things Linda Babiak loves: antiques and a good project.

No sign of missing skier

When Jack Marcial’s youngest son was brought into the world, it was at the hands of Dr. Jonathan Torgerson.

Daines touts tax cuts during Kalispell visit

A custom-printed sign and line of local dignitaries greeted U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., when he walked into Kalispell’s Best Buy store Tuesday morning.

Search for missing skier enters fourth day

Search and rescue teams scoured the backcountry near Whitefish Mountain Resort for a fourth day Tuesday in the ongoing search for a skier reported missing over the weekend.

Brrr: Kalispell sets record low

Temperatures plummeted across Montana early Tuesday morning, with some areas experiencing record-breaking lows.

Legals February 20, 2018

No. 25108 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE'S SALE on June 4, 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 IN THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 26,TOWNSHIP 27 N., RANGE 19 W. P.M.M., FLATHEAD COUNTY, MONTANA, KNOWN AS TRACT 1 OF CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY NO. 5456 Douglas W. Bunke, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Fidelity Title of Flathead Valley, LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Mann Mortgage, LLC, as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated on November 5, 2013, and recorded on November 5, 2013 as Document No. 201300028437. The beneficial interest is currently held by PennyMac Loan Services, LLC. 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 August 1, 2015, 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 December 1, 2017 is $191,294.23 principal, interest totaling $20,803.15 late charges in the amount of $159.20, escrow advances of $11,445.68, suspense balance of $-553.43 and other fees and expenses advanced of $5,976.02, 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: January 23, 2018 Rae Albert 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 23rd day of January, 2018, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Rae Albert, 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. Kaitlin Ann Gotch Notary Public Bingham County, Idaho Commission expires: 07/29/2022 PennyMac Loan Services, LLC vs Douglas W Bunke 100180-8 February 6, 13, 20, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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By EVAN MCCULLERS

Western A divisional hoop tourney in Butte starts Thursday

The Polson boys (11-9 overall) have a little momentum working and would like to see it continue this weekend while the main focus for the Columbia Falls girls (17-3) is to get back on track for the Western A divisional basketball tournament at the Butte Civic Center.

Davison wins Wash. state Junior Judo title

Stella Davison, 16, of Straight Blast Gym of Montana, finished first in the International Judo Federation Junior Division at the Washington State Judo Championships in Kent, Washington, on Feb. 17.

Daniels, Calaway 3rd in Super G races at Big Sky

BIG SKY — Mikaela Daniels, Burke Fox and Ian Calaway led competitors from the Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation with two top 5 finishes apiece at the Big Sky Super G race series on Feb. 3-4.

Police can't help with stolen pot

A woman reported a male friend for stealing her medical marijuana from her house. Police advised the woman that while her possession of the substance was not illegal, because of its illegal status federally, they would not pursue a theft case for “items illegal to possess in the first place under federal law.”

Chamber awards community supporters at gala

The leader of a Whitefish organization that works to promote and funnels donations to nonprofits throughout the community was honored last week with the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce’s Great Whitefish Award.

Irrigators plan next steps after Joint Board dissolved

Irrigators south of Flathead Lake are moving on after the Joint Board of Control was ordered to dissolve.

2017 a record year for Whitefish resort tax

Resort-tax revenue in Whitefish increased by more than a quarter-million dollars for the 2017 calendar year, with a whopping 22.6 percent increase in August collections leading a banner year for the 3 percent tax.

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Kalispell looks at fee hike for out-of-district students

Kalispell Public Schools is looking to double its tuition fees for out-of-district students.

Search continues for doctor missing in backcountry

The wind was calm and visibility was clear as dozens of volunteers congregated at the top of Flower Point at Whitefish Mountain Resort on Monday to help search for a local skier who was reported missing over the weekend. A brutal winter storm that plagued search efforts on Sunday had finally subsided, allowing for a full-fledged ground and air search of the nearby backcountry terrain where the skier was last seen.

Legals February 19, 2018

No. 25140 INVITATION FOR BIDS Sealed bids for construction of the following project(s) will be received by the Montana Department of Transportation, Contract Plans Bureau, Room 101, 2701 Prospect, Helena, Montana until 9:00 a.m. on March 15, 2018. All bids being publicly opened, reviewed for correctness, and then publicly read in the Department's auditorium. 104 LONEPINE - NORTH STPP 36-1(31)26 Seal and cover, pavement markings and a bridge deck crack seal on the Lonepine - North project in Sanders, Lake and Flathead counties and is entirely within the Flathead Indian Reservation. The project is located on Montana Route 28 (P-36) beginning approximately 0.7 miles north of Lonepine (RP 26.1), and extends north and east 10 miles to RP 36.1. Bid documents and instructions to bidders may be obtained from the Contract Plans Bureau. These documents may be requested by FAX (406)444-7236 (see order form), by mail, by downloading at the following web site: http://www.mdt.mt.gov/business/contracting/ under "Bid Packages" link, or by calling (406)444-6216, 6212, 6215 or TTY 444-7696. Any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement is subject to all appropriate state and federal civil rights laws. The prime and subcontractors are required to pay the wage rates set out in the bid proposal. MDT will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin or sex in the award, performance or administration of any MDT contract or in the administration of its DBE program (49 CFR Part 26). MDT attempts to provide reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person participating in any service, program or activity of the department. Alternate accessible formats of this document will be provided upon request. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in MDT bid lettings, call the Civil Rights Bureau at 444-6331 or TTY 406-444-7696 [TTY 1-800-335-7592 (toll free)]. MONTANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Barb Skelton, Chairperson Michael T. Tooley Montana Transportation Commission Director of Transportation February 19, 26, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Fresh Life project heads to Whitefish council for vote

Fresh Life Church’s proposal for a mixed-use building in downtown Whitefish that includes a split-level church and retail space goes before the Whitefish City Council for a final decision on Tuesday, Feb. 20.

BNSF plans new investments in MT tracks

Montana rail lines will receive $135 million worth of investment from BNSF Railway’s 2018 capital expenditure program.

US Treasury issues $65 million to Montana-Idaho firm

The Montana and Idaho Community Development Corporation recently received $65 million in New Market Tax Credits from part of the annual allotment distributed by the U.S. Treasury.

Avalanche Center director studies snowpack to save lives

Most guests at Whitefish Mountain Resort turned in as the snow picked up on Wednesday afternoon. But wintry conditions are part of Zach Guy’s job.

Flathead Basin Commission to meet Wednesday

The Flathead Basin Commission will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 21 in Whitefish.

Winter storm dumps a foot of snow on Flathead

Blowing and drifting snow with reduced visibility plagued Northwest Montana travelers Sunday morning as a major winter storm swept through the region.

Becoming an Outdoors-Woman brings ice fishing to Pine Grove Pond

The snow was falling hard by 9 a.m. Saturday morning. But that didn’t deter Janice Easton from heading out to Pine Grove Pond near Evergreen.

Legals February 18, 2018

No. 25143 Notice of Public Hearing Big Sky Preservation, LP, a Montana limited partnership, with an address of 110 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, Montana 59901, (619) 276-6271, in partnership with Northwest Montana United Way, a Montana nonprofit organization, of P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904, hereby notifies all interested persons of Kalispell, Montana, that we have planned and are effecting the acquisition, rehabilitation and preservation of affordability of Big Sky Manor, a low-income senior rental housing complex on the site at 110 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, Montana. This project will consist of 28 studio units and 32 one-bedroom units, all for seniors. There will be an opportunity to comment on whether this proposed affordable housing meets a community housing need at a Public Hearing on Monday, March 19, 2018, at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 201 1st Avenue East in Kalispell. You are encouraged to attend and comment. February 18, March 4, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Safety of Montana children at risk

Over the past two years, 28 children have died since coming to the attention of Montana’s Child and Family Services Division. This is a shocking and unacceptable statistic that needs an explanation.

Taking a cold, hard look at mass killings

As a parent, I am terrified of the idea that my daughter’s life, or any child’s life, could be in danger at school. I’m heartbroken for the parents who lost children, students who lost friends, and the entire community of Parkland.

Trump is an out-of-control egomaniac - got it?

“Treason” — wow! We’re living in the age of treason being defined as disagreement with Trump. How Putinesque. If you’re not one of Trump’s lap dogs, then you’re a traitor to the country? Being a traitor is inviting, on television, Putin to interfere in an election, then doing nothing about it when he does. It’s asking Putin, to his face, if he interfered in our election, then taking the word of a hostile dictator over our own security departments who give their lives over to protecting us from interference by such entities. Did he think Putin would just fess up?

Luke and Reid

Carmen Marie Luke and Collin Ray Reid were married in a double ring ceremony in Nampa, Idaho, on Oct. 28, 2017.

Blame Trump and GOP for mass murder

One year ago Trump signed his first piece of legislation — a stand-alone Republican, NRA bill to make it easier for the mentally ill to buy guns.

LeGassey and Engel

Jade LeGassey and Jordan Engel were married July 2 at The Farmhouse on Whitefish Stage.

Plowed path is put to good use

It’s said that if you want to survive and thrive in the Northwest winters, you need to find an outdoor activity you enjoy … and then get outdoors.

The safety of our children and communities

Washington, D.C. is broken. Our representatives choose time and again to bend to the interests of lobbyists and corporate donors at our expense.

Bipartisan legislation seizes opportunity for local growth

Partisanship has taken hold of our political lives from Washington to right here in Northwest Montana. Despite all the political ill will, there appears to be one issue that Republicans and Democrats can agree on — promoting local economic growth through our nation’s community banks.

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It is easy to dismiss the budget cuts being considered by the Department of Public Health and Human Services as an easy way to save money. However, the latest round of proposed cuts to home support services and therapeutic foster care create a potentially serious situation when coupled with the drastic rate reduction for case management services. If the proposed cuts are finalized, it is questionable whether any organization will be able to provide these essential services. These cuts will negatively impact the health of our citizens for years to come.

Guns are not responsible for murder - people are

I feel it might be timely to remind everyone that the only time a gun is an “assault” weapon is when it’s used to assault. When used to defend, well, guess what — it’s a “defense” weapon. I want to be able to defend myself with whatever weapon a criminal can get illegally and use against me.

Indoctrination of violence

‘How far have we come in this kind of madness?’ ‘

Sitting in my front room and getting ready to watch the Olympics on NBC and then comes a break into the program: “We interrupt this program to bring you this special report” and so goes the information about a school shooting in Florida and multiple injuries and many fatalities.

Sled dog adventures at Base Camp Bigfork a howling good time

Over a river and through the woods where the Mission and Swan mountains meet, a team of powder hounds harnesses the Montana winter for one wild ride.

Inter Lake suspends home delivery during winter storm

Due to the worsening weather conditions, which are expected to continue through Sunday morning, the Daily Inter Lake has suspended home delivery of the Sunday edition.

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Sherry Shortell, 69

Sherry Shortell, 69, died on Feb. 14, 2018 at North Valley Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Dan Shortell, and children, Marty Stryker and Darby Stryker.

Lonnie LaMar Hill, 55

Lonnie LaMar Hill was born May 4, 1962, in Whitefish to Lavon and Marlene Hill, and passed away Feb. 13, 2018, in Evergreen.

Clayton LeRoy 'Red' Sterner, 64

Clayton LeRoy “Red” Sterner passed away Feb. 7, 2018, at 1 p.m. in the comfort of his own home surrounded by loved ones.

A hometown hero's Olympic debut

The gathering was diverse.

Proposal to delist lynx conjures conflict

The new millennium brought a new challenge for Lorin Hicks.

Our society's tragic sickness can't be fixed with Band-Aid

It is natural in the wake of any tragedy to ask questions, to seek answers, to place blame, and particularly to ask how a similar tragedy can be avoided in the future.

Legals February 17, 2018

No. 25129 Public Notice: On or after March 1st, 2018 Auction Storage will have a public auction. Gardner Auction Service will conduct the auction at 200 United Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901 and at gardnerauction.com. To be sold for cash, the personal items stored at Auction Storage 123 Auction Rd.. Kalispell, MT by the following persons: Richard Gordan and others that have received notice per MCA 70-6-420. Auction Storage Office: 282 Fourth Ave. WN, Kalispell, MT 59901. Phone 406-755-1102. February 17, 24, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Northwest A Conference Tourney Browning girls trip C-Falls

RONAN — Browning upset No. 1 seed Columbia Falls in the Northwest A conference girls championship basketball game Friday night at the Ronan Events Center 61-50.

Class AA Basketball Schrade leads Pack on Senior Night

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Morley, Perrin shine at Simplot Games

Symphony performs 'Schubert and the Egyptian'

Glacier Symphony brings “Schubert and the Egyptian” to the concert stage in February

Montana State University professors open debate over center

BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) — Montana State University faculty members have opened debate on whether to establish an economics research center funded by a five-year grant from the Charles Koch Foundation.

State won't hold hunts for Yellowstone grizzlies in 2018

BILLINGS (AP) — Montana won’t hold a Yellowstone region grizzly bear hunt in 2018 after state officials said they want to avoid complicating a lawsuit over the animal’s legal status.

Montana VA: Physician turnover won't impact services

Despite an upcoming slate of changes in primary care staff, the Montana Veterans Affairs is assuring veterans and their families that health services will not be impacted.

Flathead continues to fight deadly flu season

Flathead County continues to battle a particularly nasty flu season as the government confirms that the vaccine is less effective than hoped.

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Old Coffee Traders building to be commercial kitchen

The old Montana Coffee Traders location in Kalispell at 328 West Center St. has reached out to the city about a changing their use to a commercial kitchen.

Districts join study on electric buses

While there is a lot of attention on electric vehicles and commuter buses, school buses remain a niche market, whether electric or not.

Legals February 16, 2018

No. 25128 NOTICE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REQUEST FOR FLOODPLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT The City of Kalispell Floodplain Administrator has received the following Floodplain Development Permit application: A request was submitted by the City of Kalispell for the construction of a new sewer interceptor line west and northwest of Kalispell, Montana. Robert Peccia & Associates, Inc. (RPA) is the civil engineering firm completing the design of the project. The West Side Interceptor ("WSI") sewer main will connect to the existing system at the intersection of 5th Ave West and 10th Street West and extend northerly to the intersection of West Reserve Drive and US Highway 93 South. A total of approximately five miles of new sanitary sewer line shall be installed. The sanitary sewer line shall consist of 27 to 30 inch diameter PVC gravity mains and segments of smaller diameter force main. The project intersects surface waters, wetlands, and/or floodplains at six sites. Site 1-1: This site is generally located between the Highway 93 Bypass and the railroad spur to the northwest of the end of 2nd Street West. At this location, an unnamed tributary of Ashley Creek has been previously channeled through two culverts. The culverts have been placed to allow for the construction of an access road and sewer line, both of which are existing. As part of the proposed project, the existing 12-inch sewer main shall be removed and replaced with a 30-inch PVC sanitary sewer main. No modifications to the existing culverts or embankment are proposed and the site will be regraded to present conditions upon installation. The property can be more particularly described as: Tract 1 of COS 19582, located in the NE 1/4 and the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 13, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. And Tract 3 of COS 19233, located in the NE 1/4 and the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 13, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Site 2-1: This site is generally located north of Highway 2 West at an approximately address of 1600 Highway 2 West. At this location, a 65-inch by 40-inch reinforced concrete pipe arch culvert, 40 feet in length, shall be installed to convey water from an unnamed tributary of Ashley Creek and allow for a 12-foot wide gravel access road. The proposed 30-inch PVC sanitary sewer main shall be installed beneath the culvert. The property can be more particularly described as: Tract 2 of COS 13896, located in the SW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 12, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Site 2-2: The proposed buried 30-inch PVC sanitary sewer line crosses a delineated wetland located approximately 850 feet north of Site 2-1. A 12-foot wide gravel access road aligned with the proposed sewer main is proposed. Although this is not an active channel during normal flow conditions, a 12-inch corrugated metal culvert (22-feet long), shall be installed to convey overland flow during spring run-off events. The property can be more particularly described as: Tract 2 of COS 20628, located in the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 11, and in the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 12, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Site 3-1: This site is generally located within the Triple Creek Drive right-of-way between Theodore Street and Shellan Way. At this site, Spring Creek has been previously channeled through a 36-inch reinforced concrete culvert. The culvert has been placed to allow for the construction of Triple Creek Drive and installation of water and sewer lines. As part of the proposed project, two 12-inch PVC sanitary sewer force main will be installed within the existing embankment. No modifications to the existing culvert or embankment are proposed and the site will be regraded to present conditions upon installation. The property can be more particularly described as: Right-of-Way of Triple Creek Drive as shown on the subdivision plat of Aspen Creek Subdivision - Phase 2, located in the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 11, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Site 3-2: This site is generally located within the Homeowners Park in Aspen Creek Subdivision, Phase 2, between Three Mile Drive and the intersection of Triple Creek Drive and Shellan Way. A 48-inch steel casing shall be installed via bore and jack and sewer main shall be installed within the casing. North of the bored segment, approximately 65 feet of sewer main will be constructed within the wetland utilizing standard trenching techniques. The site will be graded to match existing topographic conditions and will be revegetated with like vegetation. The property can be more particularly described as: Homeowners Park No. 1 as shown on the subdivision plat of Aspen Creek Subdivision - Phase 1, located in the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 11, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. Site 4-1: This site is generally located in a swale north of Three Mile Drive between Cottonwood Park and Blue Heron Estates. It is primarily a city park, but also includes a private lot adjacent to the north of the park. The buried sewer main will parallel the floodplain for approximately 1,560 feet. The southern 1,250 feet is located within the City Park and the northern 310 feet occurs on private property. The site will be graded to match existing topographic conditions and revegetated with like vegetation. The property can be more particularly described as: Parkland as shown on the subdivision plat of Cottonwood Park, located in the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 2, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. And Parkland as shown on the amended subdivision plat of a portion of Lot 2, Vogler Subdivision No. 2 and A Park, Blue Heron Estates No. 1, located in the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 2, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. And Parkland as shown on the subdivision plat of Blue Heron Estates No. 3, located in the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 2, Township 28 N, Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. A more precise map and description of the proposal is available for review at the City of Kalispell Planning Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana. Written or oral comments concerning the above request should be directed to the Floodplain Administrator, City of Kalispell, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901, (406) 758-7940. Comments will be received through Monday, March 5, 2018. In the event of substantial comment or protest to the issuance of the permit, the Kalispell Floodplain Administrator may hold a public hearing to determine whether the permit shall be issued. /s/Tom Jentz Tom Jentz, Floodplain Administrator City of Kalispell February 16, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

Whitefish Olympian Maggie Voisin competes tonight

Whitefish freeskier Maggie Voisin takes center stage at the PyeongChang Winter Games today.

Bigfork boys, girls top Loyola

BIGFORK — Anders Epperly totaled 15 points and eight assists while Beau Santistevan had 10 points to go with eight blocks as Bigfork bumped Missoula Loyola 60-45 in the Class B regular-season final for both basketball teams.

C-Falls, Browning girls in Northwest A tourney title game

RONAN — Columbia Falls limited Ronan to five points or less scoring in each of the four quarters while blowing the game open with a 15-point second quarter and a 17-point fourth in a 50-18 semifinal victory at the girls Northwest A conference basketball tournament Friday afternoon at the Ronan Events Center.

No medal for Maggie

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Whitefish's Maggie Voisin 4th in Olympics slopestyle

PYEONGCHANG, South Korea — Maggie Voisin completed her journey back to the Olympics but will come home without hardware to show for it.

Sperry Chalet overflight shows walls still standing

An overflight of the Sperry Chalet in Glacier National Park indicates that the dormitory walls are still standing, and appear to be in good condition.

Seizure suspected as cause of crash into building

A male driver with a child in the vehicle reportedly crashed into the side of a brick building, according to a Kalispell Police report. The report stated that witnesses believed the driver had a seizure prior to the crash and was found unconscious. The infant was taken inside the building.

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Montana State University breaks spring enrollment record

BOZEMAN (AP) — Montana State University has set a new spring enrollment record for the 10th year in a row.

Land deal protects over 7,000 acres near Whitefish

Stillwater State Forest is set to gain more than 7,000 acres, thanks to a deal between multiple private, state and federal entities.

FVCC program prepares physical therapy assistants for the future

The future of aging baby boomers nationwide depends on the next generation of medical professionals, such as the future physical therapy assistants currently enrolled at Flathead Valley Community College.

Major winter blast to arrive Saturday

A major winter storm is threatening to bring heavy snow and treacherous driving conditions to Northwest Montana this weekend.

Cause of fire at storage units still unknown

Investigators say they still don’t know how a fire was started that destroyed a storage-unit building in Marion.

Trout Creek couple fined in major wildlife violations case

Montana game wardens completed an investigation into significant wildlife violations that resulted in severe penalties for a pair of Trout Creek residents.

Bigfork Playhouse seeks actors for musical

The Bigfork Playhouse Children’s Theater invites students in grades 5 through 12 to audition, Tuesday, Feb. 20, for the cast of the hit Disney musical “High School Musical.”

Somers quilter makes national show

Quilt Artist Dawn Siden of Somers has been accepted as a finalist in the 2018 Imagine Quilt Competition at the 29th annual Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival. The festival will be held in Hampton, Virginia from Feb. 22-25.

Alpine Theatre launches search for child stars

Alpine Theatre Project is conducting a statewide search for actors to star in its upcoming production of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical.” The Whitefish-based theatre company, known for featuring Broadway actors, is currently the only theatre company in the Western United States that has been granted permission to produce the Tony Award-winning musical. Apline Theatre Project will be holding auditions for the musical’s eponymous star as well as Matilda’s classmates. Auditions will be held for young actors between the ages of 8-11 years old from 4:30-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 3 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center, located at 127 Spokane Ave. in Whitefish. Registration begins at 3:30 p.m.

Ultra runner to join Girls on the Run for screening

Ultra runner Nikki Kimball, of Bozeman, will join Girls on the Run of Flathead Valley for a benefit screening of the film, “Finding Traction.” The film presents Kimball’s inspirational story and her quest to become the fastest person in history to run America’s oldest trail, the 273-mile Long Trail.

Flathead High drama to show 'Cinderella'

Flathead High School Theatre presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” a timeless fairy tale sure to enchant and entertain audiences off all ages with music, magic, whimsy and fun on Feb. 22-24 at 6:27 p.m. The school will also host a special matinee performance on Feb. 24 at 1 p.m. in the David M. Hashley Theatre at FHS.

High school theater doesn't shy away from mature themes in production of “She Kills Monsters”

The Whitefish High School drama club doesn’t shy away from a challenge.

Legals February 15, 2018

No. 25113 Montana Eleventh Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Annie Catherine Ballesteros Annie Catherine Ballesteros, Petitioner Cause No. DV-18-051D ROBERT B. ALLISON Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Annie Catherine Ballesteros to Hannah Catherine Renee Acosta. The hearing will be on March 14, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Justice Center in Flathead County. Date: January 26, 2018. PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ RACHAEL C. MITCHELL Deputy Clerk of Court February 8, 15, 22, March 1, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Local author's book included in two Oprah lists

Columbia Falls author Miantae Metcalf McConnell has a folder labeled simply “Long Shot.” Inside that folder she’d jotted down a key goal for her book: get it noticed by Oprah Winfrey.

Kalispell logger severely injured at Idaho jobsite

A 31-year-old logger from the Kalispell area is recovering from severe injuries at a Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, hospital after being struck by a falling tree at a job site Feb. 8 near Prichard, Idaho.

Ronan, Libby post Northwest A tournament victories

RONAN — Ronan survived a wild fourth quarter to check a Columbia Falls rally and post a 65-52 victory in first-round action of the Northwest A conference boys basketball tournament Thursday at the Ronan Events Center.

Defense carries Bravettes to win over Hellgate

MISSOULA — After struggling in the first quarter, Flathead locked down defensively in the final three to secure a 36-31 girls basketball Western AA conference victory on Thursday night.

Marion fire goes out with a bang

Around 30 storage units at Marion Security Storage off U.S. 2 in Marion reportedly caught fire at around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, according to a Flathead County Sheriff’s Office report. According to the report, a reporting party stated that one of the units contained multiple large propane tanks and ammunition, which allegedly started going off as a result of the fire. Multiple agencies were dispatched to the scene, but no injuries were reported.

LaSalle seeks to relocate Flathead gravel pit

LaSalle Sand and Gravel aims to relocate its gravel pit north of Kalispell.

County road-dust program in 10th year

A cost-sharing program that offers dust-abatement to residents who live near rural gravel roads is being offered again this year.

Evergreen gym to host free women's self-defense clinic

It all started out so normally.

Two Mile apartment complex gets OK

A proposal for a major apartment complex on the west side of Kalispell has received a recommendation of approval by the Kalispell Planning Board.

Boys and Girls Club looks to build in Columbia Falls

The Boys and Girls Club of Glacier Country is in a period of transition.

Democrats say Interior boss withheld key facts

DENVER (AP) — Two Democratic congressmen accused Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on Wednesday of withholding key information from lawmakers while launching a massive overhaul of his department.

Legals February 14, 2018

No. 25126 Montana Eleventh Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Marilyn Ann Minnett Coleman: Marilyn Ann Minnett Coleman, Petitioner Cause No. DV-18-092C HEIDI J ULBRICHT Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Marilyn Ann Minnett Coleman to Ann Minnett Coleman. The hearing will be on March 14, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: February 6, 2018. PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ CHELSEA REYES Deputy Clerk of Court February 14, 21, 28, March 7, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Flathead's Thompson has built - and maintained - a dynasty

There’s only one thing in sports harder to obtain than success — consistent success.

14U Fusion repeats as state champ

BOZEMAN — The Flathead Fusion 14U girls hockey team captured its second consecutive state championship on Sunday, besting the top-ranked and undefeated Glasgow Ice Dogs in double overtime in the title game.

Calling 911 is child's play

A playful baby accidentally called 911. Later on, someone’s son, who was also playing with a phone, also dialed 911 on accident.

Debbie Ann Taylor, 62

Born July 7, 1955, in Yankton, South Dakota, Debbie passed quietly away at her home in Conrad, Montana, on Jan. 7, 2018.

Harold Wiederrich, 89

Harold Wiederrich, 89, of Kalispell, passed away Nov. 18, 2017, of natural causes.

Rose Moran, 84

Rose Moran, 84, of Columbia Falls, died Feb. 12, 2018, in Columbia Falls.

Clayton LeRoy 'Red' Sterner, 64

Clayton LeRoy “Red” Sterner passed away Feb. 7, 2018, at 1 p.m. in the comfort of his own home surrounded by loved ones.

Jerry Lee Loutherback, 70

Jerry Lee Loutherback was born Jan. 4, 1948, in Littlefield, Texas, to Jimmie and Irene Loutherback.

Gary Wilkins, 81

Gary Wilkins, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, in Kalispell on Feb. 8, 2018.

William Charles Johnson, 76

William Charles Johnson, 76, passed away on Jan. 1, 2018, Golden, Illinois.

17 students qualify for national speech, debate tournament

Seventeen speech and debate students from Glacier and Flathead high schools have qualified for nationals.

Fishing pond to reach River's Edge Park – eventually

Local anglers will eventually be able to cast their lines in Columbia Falls’ River’s Edge Park.

County in line for new gas-tax revenue

Flathead County is eligible for nearly $180,000 from the first round of state fuel tax funding generated by a tax increase that began last July 1.

Marion storage units destroyed in fire

A storage-unit building located at 8400 U.S. 2 W. in Marion was deemed a loss after a structure fire broke out Tuesday.

Bigfork art center welcomes new director

The scent of fresh paint filled the interior of the Bigfork Art and Cultural Center last week as its new director worked to transform the 50-year-old center from the inside out before its reopening in March.

Wisconsin Ave. corridor plan hearing is Thursday

A public hearing on the long-awaited Wisconsin Avenue Corridor Plan tops the Whitefish Planning Board agenda on Thursday, Feb. 15.

Legals February 13, 2018

No. 25108 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE'S SALE on June 4, 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 IN THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 26,TOWNSHIP 27 N., RANGE 19 W. P.M.M., FLATHEAD COUNTY, MONTANA, KNOWN AS TRACT 1 OF CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY NO. 5456 Douglas W. Bunke, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Fidelity Title of Flathead Valley, LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Mann Mortgage, LLC, as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated on November 5, 2013, and recorded on November 5, 2013 as Document No. 201300028437. The beneficial interest is currently held by PennyMac Loan Services, LLC. 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 August 1, 2015, 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 December 1, 2017 is $191,294.23 principal, interest totaling $20,803.15 late charges in the amount of $159.20, escrow advances of $11,445.68, suspense balance of $-553.43 and other fees and expenses advanced of $5,976.02, 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: January 23, 2018 Rae Albert 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 23rd day of January, 2018, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Rae Albert, 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. Kaitlin Ann Gotch Notary Public Bingham County, Idaho Commission expires: 07/29/2022 PennyMac Loan Services, LLC vs Douglas W Bunke 100180-8 February 6, 13, 20, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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Ratepayers in the Flathead Valley have been fortunate to have Jay Downen representing us on the board of directors of the Flathead Electric Co-op. Downen is now up for another term and he deserves our support and our vote.

Opposed to transfer of federal lands

The Montana Chapter of The Wildlife Society is strongly opposed to the transfer of Montana’s federal lands to the state, county, private corporations, or individuals. The transfer is likely to hinder science-based wildlife management; reduce hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation opportunities; and erode the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, which is a successful wildlife management framework based upon key principles of wildlife as the public trust and science-based management.

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Federal judge upholds prohibition on most robocalls

HELENA (AP) — A federal judge has upheld the constitutionality of Montana’s law prohibiting most robocalls after a challenge by a political consulting firm that sought to do business in the state.

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No tantrums allowed in school zone

An unknown female was reportedly seen yelling and throwing things in an alley off Second Avenue East. The reporting party was unsure at whom or why the woman was yelling and throwing things, but she expressed concern that she was doing so near a school, according to Kalispell Police.

Debbie Ann Taylor, 62

Born July 7, 1955, in Yankton, South Dakota, Debbie passed quietly away at her home in Conrad, Montana, on Jan. 7, 2018.

Willard Grenier, 85

Willard Grenier, 85, died Feb. 10, 2018.

FVCC sees increase in part-time enrollment

Flathead Valley Community College’s spring 2018 enrollment numbers indicate a trend of more students leaning toward part-time education.

Flathead Valley firefighters train for stairclimb fundraiser

When everyone else rushes away from an emergency, firefighters are often the first ones rushing in to help.

Montana stores not among Bon-Ton's recent closures

In September last year, the Kalispell Herberger’s store was celebrating a grand opening. It had just finished a year-long remodel, doubling the store’s size from 40,000 to 80,000 square feet that was lauded as a complement to downtown Kalispell’s ongoing revitalization.

Flathead selected for equity initiative

Flathead High School will be part of an International Baccalaureate initiative seeking to reach more low-income and minority students around the U.S.

Barstool madness

T?he usual suspects turned out Saturday afternoon for the barstool races at Cabin Fever Days, as well as some newcomers who thought they would try their luck at the one-of-a-kind competition.

Legals February 12, 2018

No. 25089 Jason J. Henderson MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM 38 Second Ave E Dickinson ND 58601 Phone: 701-227-1841 Fax: 701-225-6878 Attorney for the Plaintiff JHenderson@mackoff.com MT Bar #11414 MONTANA ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, FLATHEAD COUNTY U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-11, Plaintiff, v. Jesse S. Wall, Jr.; Marcia K. Wall; Montana Department of Revenue; U.S. Bank National Association, Trustee for Lehman Brothers, Defendants. Cause No. DV-16-484D NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure by the District Court of the Eleventh Judicial District in and for the County of Flathead and State of Montana, and entered and docketed in the Office of the Clerk of said Court on August 28, 2017, in an action wherein U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-11, was Plaintiff, and Jesse S. Wall, Jr.; Marcia K. Wall; Montana Department of Revenue; and U.S. Bank National Association, Trustee for Lehman Brothers, were Defendants, in favor of Plaintiff and against the Defendants for the sum of $498,645.03, which judgment and decree, among other things, direct the sale by me of the real property hereinafter described, to satisfy the amount of said judgment, with interest thereon and the costs and expenses of such sale, or so much thereof as the proceeds of said sale will satisfy; and by virtue of a writ issued to me out of the office of the Clerk of said Court, I, Chuck Curry, Sheriff of Flathead County, Montana, or a Deputy on behalf of the Sheriff, will sell the property described in the Judgment to the highest bidder for cash or credit bid at public auction at the lobby of the Justice Center in the City of Kalispell in the County of Flathead, and State of Montana, on Tuesday the 20th day of February, 2018, at the hour of 10 o'clock A.M., to satisfy the amount due, with interest thereon, and the costs and expenses of such sale, or so much thereof as the proceeds of such sale will satisfy. The property to be sold is situated in the County of Flathead, and State of Montana, and described as follows: LOT 31 OF STILLWATER ESTATES SUBIVISION PHASE I, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF FLATHEAD COUNTY, MONTANA Physical location: 120 West Bowman Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901 Dated this 24th day of January, 2018. FLATHEAD COUNTY SHERIFF CHUCK CURRY By: /s/ Jeff Weyh Civil Department MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM 38 Second Ave E Dickinson ND 58601 Attorney for the Plaintiff January 29, February 5, 12, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Libertarian Party spotlights jury nullification

Can a juror, faced with clear evidence that a defendant is guilty, still vote to acquit if he or she feels the law is unjust?

Two Mile apartment project goes before board

The Kalispell Planning Board will deliberate a proposed 324-unit housing project on Two Mile Drive at its next meeting on Tuesday. The project drew a cacophony of objections from area residents the first time it came before the board in December.

Glacier Airport to host TSA Precheck certification week

Glacier Park International Airport is becoming a temporary hub for people to obtain their Transportation Security Administration PreCheck certification on the week of Feb. 26. Usually people have to travel over 400 miles to a larger airport to get the certification interview.

ImagineIF librarian has an eye for innovation

Play and work are often interchangeable with Megan Glidden’s job.

Keith Edward Vornbrock, 52

Keith Edward Vornbrock, of Kalispell, formerly of Milk River, Alberta, passed away suddenly at the age of 52 on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018. He was on vacation, attending his nephew’s wedding in Huatulco, Mexico.

Legals February 11, 2018

No. 25088 INVITATION TO BID Separate sealed bids for construction of Bigfork County Water and Sewer District Holt Drive Water Main Extension will be received by Bigfork County Water and Sewer District at 108 Harbor Heights Blvd., Bigfork, MT 59911 until 2:00 p.m. local time on February 27, 2018, and then publicly opened and read aloud. The project generally consists of the installation of 1,475 feet of 12-inch water main, fire hydrants, valves, traffic control, and asphalt surface restoration. The complete Invitation to Bid and The Contract Documents consisting of half-size Drawings and Project Manual may be viewed or obtained by either electronic documents on-line, or a hard copy at the office of Morrison-Maierle, Inc., 125 Schoolhouse Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Only firms obtaining documents by these methods will be placed on the Planholders List. Complete electronic Project Plans, Project Specifications, and Bid Proposal Packet are available at the Morrison-Maierle, Inc. website "www.m-m.net" by clicking on the "Project Bidding" tab, then "Browse Current Projects" and selecting this project from the project list which will direct you to the QuestCDN website. Plan documents and the Bid Proposal Packet can be downloaded for a fee of $30.00. A hard copy set of project documents may be obtained from the office of Morrison-Maierle, Inc., 125 Schoolhouse Loop, Kalispell MT, 59901 for a non-refundable price of $75.00 for each complete set shipped by standard delivery. Payment of an additional $25.00 is required for express mail. There will be a Pre-Bid Conference at the office of Bigfork Water and Sewer District at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. Interested CONTRACTORS are encouraged to attend. No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled time for the public opening of the Bids specified above. The right is reserved to reject any or all Proposals received, to waive informalities, to postpone the award of the contract for a period of not to exceed sixty (60) days, and to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid which is in the best interest of the Bigfork County Water and Sewer District. The CONTRACTOR(s) is required to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. January 28, February 11, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________

Barbara Beebe Shane, 79

Barbara Beebe Shane, 79, “went to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” on Feb.7, 2018, after a short bout with cancer that ended mercifully in Kalispell, where she lived with her daughter Debby and family.

Pressure's on to use Instant Pot

Let me preface this confession by saying my husband is a very thoughtful gift giver. Sure, his gifts tend toward kitchen gadgetry, and their might be a slight ulterior motive in his selections since he likes to dabble with cooking, but that’s perfectly fine with me. It’s the thought that counts.

Democracy under attack by the GOP

“From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.” This quotation from Luke 12 does much to address one of the most glaring issues in America today: the corrupting influence of money in our democratic system or conversely; the desire of those who have been given much but fail to reciprocate their blessings to a society that has enabled their good fortune. It is a topic that books can and are being written on, and a short synopsis of some recent events amplifies this corrupting influence.

Daniel Raymond Scholz 66

Daniel Raymond Scholz 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018, at his home in Columbia Falls.

Building bridges: Montana needs plenty of 'em

It’s been known for some time that Montana’s roads and bridges need major upgrades. Four years ago the American Society of County Engineers estimated the state’s roads are in need of close to $15 billion worth of improvements.

Local Cub Scout pack celebrates six decades

For their most recent meeting, the boys of Cub Scout Pack 4944 brought in cakes they had baked for a competition, wriggled their way through a game of “hoop the loop,” and went over plans for their annual Blue and Gold Banquet on Feb. 20.

Working together had good results on forest plan

There’s a lot of bad news about divisiveness in America. Here’s a local good-news story: Folks with very diverse interests in the Flathead Valley met over a 13-month period, got way past “No!” and achieved a unanimous agreement on national forest management.

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- Annual Cabin Fever Days, Coram, Martin City, Hungry Horse. Barstool ski races, arm wrestling, mountain man competitions, pool tournament, snowshoe softball and more. Kids’ event at Martin City Fire Hall.

1 in 5 seniors fall prey to financial scams

Today’s senior citizens were raised to be polite and trustworthy. Many of them have worked most of their lives, have a home that’s paid off and money in their savings accounts. A lot of older people also pride themselves on having excellent credit.

Anna 'Dollie' Mendenhall, 102

Anna “Dollie” Mendenhall (Devlin) passed away Feb. 6, 2018, at the Brendan House in Kalispell with her daughters by her side. Dollie was born Sept. 9, 1915, in Sherbrook, North Dakota, during the second year of World War I. Dollie was the fourth child of 14 siblings. As a teenager, she moved to Montana to work in Yellowstone National Park, and later to Cut Bank to work in her brother-in-law’s cafe. While working in Cut Bank, she met Charles Paul “Chuck” Mendenhall and got married on Nov. 1, 1941, the same year the United States entered World War II. They were married for 63 years, until his passing in 2004.

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Our Congress, in its own financial self-interest, pushed through the big tax cut for our poor, overworked, underpaid millionaires and billionaires, at the cost of cutting back health care and endangering programs for those needing help to feed and care for their families. Now that we have been told to just stop wasting the largess we receive from our generous paychecks, and pay our own bills without any help from government funds, the issue of The Wall comes slithering back.

Glacier High teachers up for national spirit award

Glacier High School head football coach Grady Bennett and French teacher Stephanie Hill and are finalists in the national Varsity Brands

Questions surround oil's impact on the Middle Fork

This time of year, the Middle Fork of the Flathead River is ice-bound and quiet – except when a freight train rumbles past.

Bipartisan disdain: A pox on both their houses

At this at this particular time I seem to have something of a problem with supporting candidates for political office in either of the main political parties.

Matthew S. Righter, 26

Matthew Scott Righter, 26, of Junction City, Kansas, died Feb. 5, 2018, at his home.

Former Alpinglow lot still vacant on Big Mountain

The village area at Whitefish Mountain Resort is full of high-end lodging options and bustles with restaurants, bars, outfitters and coffee houses riding the waves of money brought to the mountain by skiers and visitors.

Golden opportunity

Olympics sure to warm the soul during winter dreariness

Freezing temperatures. Shoveling snow and slipping on ice. More cloud cover and reduced daylight hours. Yes, winter can be quite depressing for those of us not basking in the Sun Belt.

Truth in advertising at heart of Bureau

After listening carefully while asking questions and having everything explained to me twice, I hastily signed the paperwork so that I could get started with the service.

Minimal mayhem for a Friday night

Kalispell Police had a relatively light shift from Friday afternoon all the way to Saturday noon, possibly coinciding with a cold spell that kept people inside. Most of the calls that came in were requests for information, reports of accidents or questionable drivers and personal disputes that didn’t necessarily rise to the level of criminal activity.

Is Montana lost? No, it is not too late to work to save it!

This letter is a follow-up to a guest opinion of mine that was published on Jan. 22 titled “The Changing Landscape.” Please understand that the only reason I share my thoughts on paper and submit them to be published is because I care. They come from seeing this place change from the inside and out. They come from my experience on the ground floor of growth in real estate. They come from attending many City Council meetings to see how the system operates. If my message bleeds through to frustration, I do apologize. I do not wish to offend anyone or cause division amongst us … there is enough of that ever so potent “division” that exists in our world with media, politics and religion. We are just people trying to survive this thing called Life. I only wish for things to be done better and for our community to be strengthened.

Bouda, Popp 1st at state swim; Flathead boys 3rd

GREAT FALLS — Flathead, led by state record breaker Jamie Bouda, placed third at the State Swim Meet on Saturday at the Swarthout Fieldhouse Pool at Great Falls High School.

State Wrestling Results

FEMA FLIP: Maybe Whitefish Energy wasn't so bad after all!

Whitefish Energy probably won’t say so, but the power contractor won vindication of sorts last week when it got a shout-out from a FEMA official for its work restoring power in Puerto Rico.

Nightcap for the Soul

The monthly production of “Nightcap for the Soul” hosted by the Christ Church Episcopal in Kalispell is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 11.

Legals February 10, 2018

No. 25059 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 request by Icecap, LLC to change the zoning designation in a portion of the Holt Zoning District from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to B-2 (General Business) (10.02 acres) and R-2 (One Family Limited Residential) (57.71 acres). The boundaries of the area proposed to be amended from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to B-2 (General Business) are described as: A TRACT OF LAND SITUATED IN THE SE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 27 NORTH, RANGE 20 WEST, P.M.M., FLATHEAD COUNTY, STATE OF MONTANA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE SW 1/4 NE 1/4 OF SECTION 24, MARKED BY A FOUND 5/8" IRON ROD WITH YELLOW PLASTIC CAP MARKED "BRIEN 7681S"; THENCE NORTH 89°38'30" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SW 1/4 NE 1/4 AND THE SE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 20 , A DISTANCE OF 1809.45 FEET TO THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF MONTANA STATE HWY 35; THENCE ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 31°32'51" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 504.86 FEET; THENCE NORTH 58°50'42" EAST A DISTANCE OF 10.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 25°42'22" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 66.79 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 25°42'22" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 354.97 FEET, THENCE NORTH 31°09'57" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 269.36 FEET; THENCE NORTH 29°06'34" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 241.15 FEET; THENCE NORTH 37°39'07" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 78.42 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 69°08'03" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 10.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 20°34'09" WEST, ALONG THE CHORD OF A 1095.92 RADIUS CURVE TO THE RIGHT (CENTRAL ANGLE OF 0°35'38"), A DISTANCE OF 11.36 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF THE SE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 24; THENCE SOUTH 89°42'01" EAST, ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 530.95 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 31°09'18" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 970.95 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°38'30" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 561.36 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The boundaries of the area proposed to be amended from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to R-2 (One Family Limited Residential) are described as: A TRACT OF LAND SITUATED IN THE SE 1/4 NW 1/4 AND THE SW 1/4 NE 1/4 OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 27 NORTH, RANGE 20 WEST, P.M.M., FLATHEAD COUNTY, STATE OF MONTANA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THE SW 1/4 OF THE NE 1/4 AND ALL OF THAT PORTION OF THE SE 1/4 NW 1/4 LYING NORTH AND EAST OF THAT CERTAIN RIGHT-OF-WAY DEEDED TO THE STATE OF MONTANA AS RECORDED ON OCTOBER 3, 1935 IN BOOK 218, PAGE 537. EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF MONTANA AS RECORDED ON DECEMBER 9, 1992 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 9234415260, FLATHEAD COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE TRACT OF LAND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE SW 1/4 NE 1/4 OF SECTION 24, MARKED BY A FOUND 5/8" IRON ROD WITH YELLOW PLASTIC CAP MARKED "BRIEN 7681S"; THENCE NORTH 89°38'30" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SW 1/4 NE 1/4 AND THE SE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 20 , A DISTANCE OF 1809.45 FEET TO THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF MONTANA STATE HWY 35; THENCE ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 31°32'51" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 504.86 FEET; THENCE NORTH 58°50'42" EAST A DISTANCE OF 10.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 25°42'22" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 66.79 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 25°42'22" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 354.97 FEET, THENCE NORTH 31°09'57" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 269.36 FEET; THENCE NORTH 29°06'34" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 241.15 FEET; THENCE NORTH 37°39'07" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 78.42 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 69°08'03" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 10.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 20°34'09" WEST, ALONG THE CHORD OF A 1095.92 RADIUS CURVE TO THE RIGHT (CENTRAL ANGLE OF 0°35'38"), A DISTANCE OF 11.36 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF THE SE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 24; THENCE SOUTH 89°42'01" EAST, ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 530.95 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 31°09'18" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 970.95 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°38'30" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 561.36 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The regulations defining the SAG-10, B-2 and R-2 zones are contained in the Flathead County Zoning Regulations on file for public inspection at the Office of the Board of Commissioners, located at 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office, 40 Eleventh Street 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 Office of the Board of Commissioners and at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office. The public hearing will be held on the 27th day of February, 2018, at 9:30 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 Holt Zoning District. Written comments are encouraged and will be reviewed by the Commissioners prior to the hearing. DATED this 9th day of January, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chair February 10, 17, 2018 MNAXLP ________________________

Graves retains individual crown; Eureka falls short

BILLINGS — As a freshman just beginning his varsity sports career, Garrett Graves wrote three goals in his locker at Eureka High School.

Braves top Class AA again

BILLINGS — Tucker Nadeau is a young man of few words and fewer outwardly expressed emotions, so it was no surprise when his response to winning the 182-pound Class AA state title was muted relative to the flamboyant reactions of other champions.

Kitties kidnapped in break-in

According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, a man claimed his estranged wife broke into his residence and stole his felines.

William 'Dick' Crockford II, 65

William “Dick” Crockford II, 65, of Dillon, passed away Feb. 8, 2018, at Barrett Hospital and Healthcare in Dillon.

Multi-family housing proposed for Silverbrook

A developer is looking into establishing multi-family residential housing near the junction of U.S. 93 and Church Drive at the extreme northern end of Kalispell in the Silverbrook development.

Diary indicates alleged rape

A Whitefish man is facing rape charges following the investigation of a child’s diary entry.

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New candidates enter legislative races

Two more candidates filed this week for legislative races in the Flathead Valley.

Mooring View Lane home destroyed by fire

A house on Mooring View Lane in rural Columbia Falls was destroyed by fire in a spectacular blaze Friday afternoon.

Jerry and Jeanne Southwood

Jerry and Jeanne Southwood are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

Fierce winter storm pummels the valley

A fierce winter storm pummeled the Flathead Valley on Thursday evening as an arctic front spilled over the Continental Divide, bringing snow, ice, wind, accidents and numerous trees down with it.

Legals February 9, 2018

No. 25119 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION WHITEFISH AESTHETICS: Notice is hereby given that WHITEFISH AESTHETICS PLLC whose last known business office was located at 22 Lupfer Ave., Whitefish, Montana 59937, was dissolved effective January 28, 2018. All persons having a claim against Whitefish Aesthetics, PLLC are required to present the claim, including the name of claimant(s), address, telephone number, and description of claim alleged, to Elizabeth Weaver, Esq. at PO Box 17317, Missoula, MT 59808. A claim will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the date of publication of this notice. February 9, 2018 MNAXLP ________________________

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The Kalispell Planning Board is meeting on Feb. 13, at 6:00 p.m., to make a final decision on the proposed 324-unit apartment complex at 325 Two Mile Drive. The builder has now requested to haul 25,000 cubic yards of dirt into that field to bring it above flood plain. That is 2,090 dump-truck loads coming and going, before any building has begun. What will now happen to all of the surrounding properties, when they alter the natural lay of the land?

Rooting for Maggie at the Olympics

The Winter Olympics always seem to get underway just in the nick of time for us winter-weary folks in the Flathead Valley, where it’s sometimes hard to remember the last sunny day, or that spring eventually will come. With the opening ceremonies getting underway tonight in Pyeongchang, South Korea, we can sit in the comfort of our easy chairs and cheer on our favorite U.S. athletes.

Prep Basketball Utter, Thier push Eureka past Troy

TROY — Sienna Utter scored 23 points and Eryn Thier had 17 points and six rebounds to help Eureka spill Troy 55-39 in a District 7B girls basketball game Friday evening.

Bouncing back: Braves rally

BILLINGS — As Flathead paraded into Rimrock Auto Arena before Friday’s Class AA state wrestling tournament began, the athletes donned burnt orange shirts with the names of each of the school’s 24 qualifiers for the state wrestling tournament emblazoned across the back.

Flathead's Bouda sets state record in 50 free

GREAT FALLS — Major Robinson couldn’t have asked for a better showing Friday as his swimmers from Flathead and Glacier broke records and made the finals in individual events and relays during preliminary action at the Great Falls High pool.

Glacier looks at leasing historic cabins

Imagine living in a historic cabin on Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park.

Wild Horse ram sets new world record

A 9-year-old ram whose skull was found on Wild Horse Island is poised to break the record for world’s largest ram.

Bigfork rodeo gets green light from PRCA

The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association confirmed Thursday it will move forward with a PRCA-sanctioned rodeo in Bigfork July 6-7.

Man stabs himself after Evergreen traffic stop

A 24-year-old Kalispell man reportedly stabbed himself in the neck during a police negotiation in Evergreen Thursday morning.

Fire heavily damages Martin City rental home

Firefighters from Martin City and Bad Rock battled a house fire Feb. 7 about 8:30 a.m. on Sixth Street North in Martin City.

Subdivision near airport wins preliminary approval

A subdivision planned near Glacier Park International Airport won preliminary plat approval from the Flathead County commissioners on Monday, although a request by Evergreen Fire Rescue to provide fire hydrants at the development is still being worked out.

Avalanche risk high as snow moves in

An incoming bout of winter weather will make area roadways and mountain ranges treacherous.

Flathead's Vasquez a picture of persistence

If you’d asked Flathead senior Trae Vasquez two years ago where he’d be today, his answer would’ve been on top of the world — or at least the state.

Legals February 8, 2018

No. 25113 Montana Eleventh Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Annie Catherine Ballesteros Annie Catherine Ballesteros, Petitioner Cause No. DV-18-051D ROBERT B. ALLISON Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Annie Catherine Ballesteros to Hannah Catherine Renee Acosta. The hearing will be on March 14, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Justice Center in Flathead County. Date: January 26, 2018. PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ RACHAEL C. MITCHELL Deputy Clerk of Court February 8, 15, 22, March 1, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

C-Falls girls, boys sweep Whitefish

WHITEFISH — Columbia Falls needed a big fourth quarter to pull away from stubborn Whitefish for a 61-38 Northwest A girls basketball victory Thursday evening.

Eureka ready to defend B-C mat title

At this time last year, Eureka entered the state tournament as the outsider and the underdog, having never won a state wrestling championship.

Class A State Wrestling Sidney, Havre have top spots locked up

Sidney shocked the state by walloping five-time-defending state champion Havre in the Eastern divisional last weekend, and Class A coaches nearly unanimously say the Eagles and Blue Ponies are the far-and-away favorites to finish first and second, in an order to be determined, this weekend at the all-class state wrestling tournament in Billings.

Forest Service backs new wilderness, dropping others

BILLINGS (AP) — A senior U.S. Forest Service official has voiced support for measures before Congress that would create a new wilderness area in Montana while removing five other sites from consideration.

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Dennis M. Grillo, 65

Dennis M. Grillo, 65, passed away on Monday, Jan. 8, 2018, in Milford Regional Medical Center in Milford, Massachusetts.

Thief takes off with mammal molars

According to the Kalispell Police Department, a woman said someone broke into her vehicle and took some elk teeth. Her husband was going to make them into jewelry.

Fagg makes case for Senate candidacy

Russell Fagg, one of the many Republicans vying to unseat Sen. Jon Tester this November, sat down with the Daily Inter Lake’s editorial board Wednesday.

Economic summit shines light on complexities of growth

The Flathead Valley has enjoyed economic growth in recent years, but economists say it will require a well-educated workforce to keep a good thing going.

Love, light and hope

Traci Stolte jokingly refers to herself as a jack of all trades — and the truth is, she’s not far off the mark. The longtime Whitefish resident is part nonprofit director, pet boarding house owner, pilates teacher, bartender, wife and mother of three.

Fair officials withdraw objection to Bigfork rodeo

In response to an outpouring of support for a proposed Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo in Bigfork, Flathead County Fairgrounds Manager Mark Campbell and the Fair Board have withdrawn their objection to the Bigfork event.

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This weekend, Martin City will awake from its winter slumber for a raucous weekend of racing, socializing and perhaps, more than a little imbibing. The 40th annual Cabin Fever Days includes events like the mountain man competition, arm wrestling tournament, snowshoe softball and even a kids pool tournament. But an account of the three-day mountain festival would be incomplete without mention of the barstool ski races, where contestants fly down a groomed hill on home-engineered contraptions affixed to a pair of skis.

Man and the Box brings the boom

Man and the Box has built a following with their unique sound, transforming beloved songs from every decade using three-part harmonies and an acoustic style. Tommy Edwards, his son, also named Tommy Edwards, and Aaron Fetveit planted their musical roots in the Flathead Valley about five years ago and have since drawn crowds from as far as Hamilton and Polson to their shows.

Weekly Events: Feb. 8-15

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Cowboy Country and the Gold Dust Girls bring boot-stompin' mix to Eagles Club

The Cowboy Country and the Gold Dust Girls band will bring their mix of classic country, vintage rock and roll, and boot-stomping blue grass music to the stage from 7-11 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Kalispell Eagles Club.

Ceramics show comes to Kalispell

A new exhibition featuring the works of 25 Montana-based clay artists will open at the Hockaday Museum of Art on Thursday, Feb. 15 from 5-7 p.m. “Beyond Craft: The Art of Ceramics,” will be on display at the museum through April 7.

Performing arts center to screen romantic Italian opera

The Met’s production of the opera, “L’Elisir d’Amore” (“The Elixir of Love”) will be shown at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center and in cinemas nationwide on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m.

Classical musicians to take the stage at La Salle Grange

The La Salle Grange Theatre welcomes award-winning classical musicians for a concert to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Violinist Wai Mizutani, who has performed at Avery Fisher Hall and Carnegie Hall, and acclaimed cellist Jessica Chen from Taiwan will present Chinese music written for the Western-style orchestra at shows on Feb. 9 and 10, both beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are available for $19 at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3319130

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Whitefish Review wins national readers' choice award for best cover

The American Society of Magazine Editors have announced the finalists and winners of the 12th ASME Best Cover Contest.

Burned Finnegan's to reopen as 4B's

The restaurant formerly known as Finnegan’s on East Idaho Street in Kalispell is being revamped and will reopen as a 4B’s restaurant in May.

City rebuffs 11th-hour request to save park building

City Council Monday night gave a resounding “no” to a last-minute request by the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce to spare the city’s building in Depot Park from demolition.

Deal reached to fund community health centers

Senate leaders announced a bipartisan budget deal on Wednesday that would reauthorize the Community Health Center Fund and the National Health Service Corps for two more years — a move seen as critical for maintaining primary health-care services for over 100,000 Montanans.

AA State Wrestling Braves have a depth advantage

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Flathead, Glacier finish swim season at Great Falls

GREAT FALLS — Major Robinson, head coach for the Flathead and Glacier swim programs, is looking for his qualifiers to complete the 2017-18 season this weekend at the Great Falls High School pool with season best efforts at the state meet.

High water marks for state

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Male – or mail ­– deemed threatening

According to Kalispell Police Department logs, it wasn’t clear whether a woman reported mail or a male asking for donations seemed threatening.

Kenneth Charles Rheaume, 76

Kenneth Charles Rheaume, 76, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center from an unexpected illness.

Dawn H. Reisch, 87

Dawn Hope Reisch passed away on Feb. 1, 2018, at Brendan House in Kalispell. She was born in Helena on Nov. 26, 1930, the only child of Margaret Lucille Hanson and Matt Rougle.

Anna Lee (Golterman) Dwyer, 90

Well known Western artist Anna Lee (Golterman) Dwyer passed away Thursday evening, Feb.1, 2018, at her home on Swan Lake.

Leonard J. Fusk, 64

Leonard J. Fusk, 64, of Helena, and formerly of Joplin, died of natural causes after a long illness Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018, at St. Pete’s Health in Helena.

Louis 'Lou' William Gottschalk, 96

Louis “Lou” William Gottschalk, 96, of Kalispell, passed away of natural causes on Feb. 2, 2018.

Joan Alice Morine, 75

Joan Alice Morine “left her earthly home” on Saturday, February 3, 2018, “to be with her heavenly Father.”

Kalispell retired firefighter featured in Super Bowl ad

An emotional Super Bowl commercial that thanked first responders for their service featured the stunning rescue photo of a former New York firefighter who lives near Kalispell.

Snowy sidewalks hinder pedestrians, challenge businesses

As wintry weather batters the Flathead Valley, snow and ice accumulates on nearly everything, which can leave city residents struggling through thigh-high snow or resorting to the dangerous tactic of walking on the street to keep their feet dry.

Somers-Lakeside schools to review policy on sex offenders

A parent on the Montana sex-offender registry who volunteered in a Lakeside Elementary classroom to help with a holiday activity has raised concerns and led the Somers-Lakeside School District to review its policy.

Report: 515 Montana bridges 'structurally deficient'

More of Montana’s bridges need repairs, according to a new report by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association.

Local community health center declares 'red alert'

A sea of red filled the Flathead Community Health Center conference room Tuesday morning, as staff, board members and patients gathered to express support for Montana’s community health centers. The demonstration, part of the nationwide #RedAlertforCHCs day of awareness, called on Congress to renew the Community Health Center Fund or risk losing health care access for thousands of Montanans.

Whitefish boasts deepest snow in Rockies

Ullr has been generous to skiers and snowboarders in Northwest Montana so far this winter.

Legals February 6, 2018

No. 25106 Public Notice for Capital Assistance This is to notify all interested parties that the Flathead County Area IX Agency on Aging/Eagle Transit is applying for $105,600 through the Capital Assistance Grant. The Capital Assistance Grant is funded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and administered by the Montana Department of Transportation. FTA funds will be used to purchase two 13-passenger buses for the purpose of providing transportation services to the general public, elderly and persons with disabilities within Flathead County. The application is on file at 1333 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. If requested, a public hearing will be held and public notice indicating the location, date and time of the hearing will be provided. For more information or for those who require accommodation for disabilities, call Dale Novak, Transportation Manager, at 406-758-2427, MDT in Helena at 406-444-6200 (voice) or TTY 800-335-7592, or call the Montana Relay at 711. February 6, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Sen. Fielder has Bundy values, not Montanan values

In Montana, we leave gates as we found them. Ranchers don’t graze on their neighbor’s grass without asking or paying for it. We pull one another out of the ditch. We follow the rule of law, which may sound like some pointy-headed academic term, but really it’s simply society’s agreement with itself — we play by the same rules. It’s part of who we are as Montanans and Americans.

Cities oppose proposed industrial zone

A proposed zone change that would open the door to more commercial development on U.S. 93 near the county landfill has drawn opposition from both Whitefish and Kalispell city officials.

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After reading Montana Perspectives on Feb. 4 about the new abortion clinic opening, I have to wonder if any pro-abortionists wrote in and were ignored. I’m a woman who grew up in the 1970s and remember when women had back-alley abortions by people who were not physicians. Women were ingesting drugs that may kill her in order to get rid of a fetus that began with rape. Women fought hard for Roe v. Wade in order to give all women the choice to do with THEIR bodies what they deemed fit and to stop the illegal abortions that were killing many of their sisters.

Republican spends big on Senate election

BILLINGS — A Montana businessman whose U.S. Senate campaign is chaired by the wife of Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has outraised and outspent his Republican opponents — but only by pumping $650,000 of his own money into the race, according to new campaign filings.

Therapy providers warn of coverage changes

As Washington lawmakers continue to search for a budget deal, Flathead-area therapy providers are sounding the alarm on looming coverage changes for Medicare patients.

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Bon-Ton files for bankruptcy protection

NEW YORK (AP) — Bon-Ton Stores, saddled with debt and struggling with weak sales as shoppers abandon traditional department stores, said it filed Sunday for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and was exploring a sale of all or part of the company.

Kalispell distillery produces specialty liqueur

In the early 1800s, French soldiers conquering and colonizing Algeria were given daily rations of absinthe because military leaders thought it would help their men combat malaria.

Hospital patient loses track of $600 cash

According to Kalispell Police logs, a patient at a local hospital reported $600 in cash missing from their wallet. The patient was uncertain if the money was inside his wallet during transport to the hospital as he was reportedly “out of it.”

Frank S. Foot, 85

Frank S. Foot, 85, passed away in Kalispell on Jan. 29, 2018.

Legals February 5, 2018

No. 25089 Jason J. Henderson MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM 38 Second Ave E Dickinson ND 58601 Phone: 701-227-1841 Fax: 701-225-6878 Attorney for the Plaintiff JHenderson@mackoff.com MT Bar #11414 MONTANA ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, FLATHEAD COUNTY U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-11, Plaintiff, v. Jesse S. Wall, Jr.; Marcia K. Wall; Montana Department of Revenue; U.S. Bank National Association, Trustee for Lehman Brothers, Defendants. Cause No. DV-16-484D NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure by the District Court of the Eleventh Judicial District in and for the County of Flathead and State of Montana, and entered and docketed in the Office of the Clerk of said Court on August 28, 2017, in an action wherein U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-11, was Plaintiff, and Jesse S. Wall, Jr.; Marcia K. Wall; Montana Department of Revenue; and U.S. Bank National Association, Trustee for Lehman Brothers, were Defendants, in favor of Plaintiff and against the Defendants for the sum of $498,645.03, which judgment and decree, among other things, direct the sale by me of the real property hereinafter described, to satisfy the amount of said judgment, with interest thereon and the costs and expenses of such sale, or so much thereof as the proceeds of said sale will satisfy; and by virtue of a writ issued to me out of the office of the Clerk of said Court, I, Chuck Curry, Sheriff of Flathead County, Montana, or a Deputy on behalf of the Sheriff, will sell the property described in the Judgment to the highest bidder for cash or credit bid at public auction at the lobby of the Justice Center in the City of Kalispell in the County of Flathead, and State of Montana, on Tuesday the 20th day of February, 2018, at the hour of 10 o'clock A.M., to satisfy the amount due, with interest thereon, and the costs and expenses of such sale, or so much thereof as the proceeds of such sale will satisfy. The property to be sold is situated in the County of Flathead, and State of Montana, and described as follows: LOT 31 OF STILLWATER ESTATES SUBIVISION PHASE I, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF FLATHEAD COUNTY, MONTANA Physical location: 120 West Bowman Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901 Dated this 24th day of January, 2018. FLATHEAD COUNTY SHERIFF CHUCK CURRY By: /s/ Jeff Weyh Civil Department MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM 38 Second Ave E Dickinson ND 58601 Attorney for the Plaintiff January 29, February 5, 12, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Enraged driver pursues fellow motorist

A caller told the Kalispell Police Department that a pickup truck driver she had accidentally cut off was following her and honking.

Kalispell council to discuss multi-family housing project

The Kalispell City Council is meeting at 7 p.m. Monday evening in the council chambers to discuss a conditional use permit for an eight unit multi-family housing project on Appleway Drive, authorizing a maximum of $6 million in tax increment urban renewal revenue bonds for the west side urban renewal district and authorizing a loan for the city from the Montana Board of Investments Intercap Loan Program to purchase equipment for the parks department.

Whitefish council to talk short-term rental changes

Changes to short-term rental regulations and a proposed 14-lot subdivision on Colorado Avenue take top billing at the Whitefish City Council meeting on Monday, Feb. 5.

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A lifelong learner

After 11 years at Edgerton Elementary, Merisa Murray will open new doors in her career as principal of Rankin Elementary when it opens in 2018.

Legals February 4, 2018

No. 25065 INVITATION TO BID DEPOT PARK-PHASE I Separate sealed Bids will be received by the City of Whitefish until 11:30 AM, local time, Friday, February 9, 2018, for construction of Depot Park-Phase I. All received Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Whitefish City Hall Council Chambers Conference Room, 418 East 2nd Street, Whitefish, Montana, 59937. Depot Park-Phase I includes improving the southwest quadrant of Depot Park. The proposed work generally consists of demolishing and removing an existing building and parking lot, relocating existing underground utilities (power, phone, and cable), site grading, landscaping, installing a new lawn irrigation system, new street lighting system, electrical work and other miscellaneous improvements. All Bids must be in accordance with the Contract Documents on file with the City of Whitefish, Parks and Recreations Department, 418 East 2nd Street, Whitefish, Montana (406)863-2460; Robert Peccia and Associates, 102 Cooperative Way, Suite 300, Kalispell, Montana, (406)752-5025; Robert Peccia and Associates, 3147 Saddle Drive, Helena, Montana, (406)447-5000; Northwest Montana Plans Exchange, 2303 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901, (406) 755-5888; Helena Plans Exchange, 1530 Cedar Street, Suite C, Helena, MT 59601, (406) 457-2679. Any objections to published specifications must be filed in written form with the City Clerk prior to bid opening. Digital project bidding documents are available at Robert Peccia & Associates web site (www.rpa-hln.com). Click on the link titled "Current Projects Bidding". You may download and print the Contract Documents at no charge, however, all Prime Contractors that intend to offer a bid for this project must contact Robert Peccia & Associates at the address stipulated above to obtain an "official" Bid Proposal form and to get their name added to the Planholders List. A non-refundable deposit of $30.00 will be required to obtain the "official" Bid Proposal. The entire set of bidding documents may also be obtained in the form of printed construction drawings, specifications and the "official" Bid Proposal for a non-refundable deposit of $250.00, if the Contractor chooses not to download and print their own documents. No bids will be considered unless they are submitted on the "official" Bid Proposal form and the Contractor's name has been included on the Planholders List. A prebid conference will be held at Whitefish City Hall Council Chambers Conference Room, 418 East 2nd Street in Whitefish, commencing at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, January 31, 2018. Those interested in bidding the project are encouraged to attend this meeting. Each bidder shall submit cash, a certified check, bid bond, cashier's check, bank money order or bank draft payable to the City of Whitefish and drawn and issued by a national banking association located in the State of Montana or by any banking corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Montana for an amount which shall not be less than ten percent (10%) of the bid, as a bid security. The bid security shall identify the same firm as is noted on the bid proposal forms. 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. Work is scheduled to start Monday, April 2, 2018 at the latest. Completion of the work is required within 45 calendar days following commencement of work. The project includes liquidated damages that will be assessed as set forth in the Special Provisions if the work is not complete within the allotted contract time. CONTRACTORS and any of the CONTRACTOR'S subcontractors doing work on this project will be required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, MT 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling (406) 444-7734. CONTRACTORS are not required to have registered with the DLI prior to bidding on this project, but must have registered prior to execution of the construction agreement. All laborers and mechanics employed by CONTRACTORS or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates according to the current Montana Prevailing Wage Rates. The CONTRACTOR must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. No Bid may be withdrawn within a period of 60 days after the date for opening bids. The City of Whitefish reserves the right to reject all Bids, to waive informalities, and to reject nonconforming, irregular, non-responsive or conditional Bids. The City of Whitefish is an equal opportunity employer. THE CITY OF WHITEFISH By: /s/ Michelle Howke Whitefish City Clerk January 21, 28, February 4, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Business newsmakers

Stephanie Juneau has joined the Montana West Economic Development staff as a loan officer. Juneau previously was regional director at the Small Business Dev-elopment Center, covering Northwest Montana. She also was chief financial officer with a start-up manufacturing company in California. Prior to launching and leading that company, Juneau was senior vice president and relationship manager for several community and commercial banks in Southern California.

Abbott Valley Homestead blends past with present

Not all that much has changed in the wooded Abbott Valley east of Martin City since a trapper named Abbott ventured there in the 1890s to put down a homestead claim.

Boom-town bustle of Martin City

Except for the hubbub of Cabin Fever Days in February and the upsurge in traffic during the summer and hunting seasons, Martin City is a bastion of peace and quiet these days.

Editor's column didn't tell the 'whole truth'

Tell the WHOLE Truth, Mr. Miele. (Cherry picking season is still eight months away.)

Canyon winter bash marks 40th anniversary

It’s been 40 years since a group of Canyon-area residents got together and formulated a plan to chase away the winter doldrums and raise money for worthy causes at the same time.

Protests to begin soon

Thank you for posting the article about the All Families Healthcare in the Daily Inter Lake. Although, the heading sounds like an advertisement for abortions, we know it to be a Call to Arms to defend the Right to Life.

Whitefish corridor at a crossroad

Whitefish has been between the proverbial rock and a hard spot for some time over planning control of the U.S. 93 corridor south of the intersection with Montana 40.

Memoir reveals life before and after horrific accident

Lexie Miller Wyman was a record-breaking Flathead track star in the late 1970s and early ’80s, a phenomenal athlete who competed in two Olympic trials.

Story about clinic providing abortions draws responses

I found your front-page article celebrating the new abortion clinic extremely unsettling. Though it is newsworthy, is it front-page newsworthy? And to include a picture of three women who are going to be committing murder against unborn infants with huge smiles on their faces, I thought was disgusting. To glorify the act of taking the life of a defenseless child of God, the Inter Lake should be ashamed of itself. There’s got to be better front-page news somewhere you can report on. —Brian Beck, Columbia Falls

Next Legislature must stand up for Montana citizens

Montanans are now seeing the real-life consequences of budget decisions made by the Republican legislators who make up the majority of our state Legislature.

Tax revenue is necessary to help communities to thrive

In Center Mall there are fascinating pictures of Kalispell in the old days. The streets were dirt. Later, wooden sidewalks appeared.

C'mon folks, give Miele a break; he's actually fair

By Bill Baum

Will Montana's 'mountain morons' prevail over self-appointed 'enlightened elites'?

The Democrat left once characterized itself as “liberal.” But that was a complete misnomer because the classical meaning of “liberal” is being “open minded.” And the American Left is certainly not that. It’s hopelessly intolerant of anyone or anything that doesn’t conform to its rigid left-wing orthodoxy.

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A lender and a Realtor brought a heart-wrenching story to the attention of the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors (NMAR) about their client who recently purchased a home west of Kalispell and could not retain the existing internet service that the previous owner used.

Musicians to net more streaming revenue

A federal copyright board ruled last week that streaming services like Spotify, Pandora and Apple Music have to divert a higher share of their revenue back to songwriters.

Good Stuff is 'right stuff' for many maladies

Michael and Maranda Johnson, co-founders of The Good Stuff Botanicals in Creston, are out to heal the whole community … one baby bottom at a time.

Stephen E. Feuz, 58

After a short, but valiant battle with lung cancer, Steve Feuz passed away peacefully the afternoon of Friday, Jan. 19, 2018, surrounded by his loving family.

Mary (Sharpe) MacDonald, 99

On Jan. 30, 2018, at her home in Kalispell, Mary (Sharpe) MacDonald “began her journey to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”

Donald Ryan, 89

Donald John Ryan passed away at age 89 in Kalispell Regional Medical Center on Jan. 19, 2018.

Frank S. Foot, 85

Frank S. Foot, 85, passed away in Kalispell on Jan. 29, 2018.

Norma K. Funke, 78

Norma K. Funke, 78, a lifelong member of the Polson community and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, passed away from natural causes while surrounded by her family on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018, in Missoula.

Patricia Lutz, 94

Patricia Lutz, 94, passed away on Jan. 8, 2018, at Genesis in Whitefish, where she spent the last two months of her life.

Thomas W. Little, 80

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Tom Little on Jan. 29, 2018, surrounded by family in Phoenix.

Duane Harlin Goodwin, 59

Duane Harlin Goodwin, 59, of Kalispell, passed away Jan. 29, 2018.

Jean Adkins Willmore, 81

Jean Adkins Willmore of Elk, Washington, passed away on Jan. 30, 2018.

James N. Sutton, 86

James Nelson Sutton, age 86, passed away on Jan. 28, 2018 in Kirkland, Wash. James was born March 7, 1931 in Stafford, Ohio to William Brady and Freeda (Van Fossen) Sutton. Then the family moved to Montana, where James graduated from Flathead High School in 1950. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1950 and was honorably discharged in 1955. On Oct. 20, 1956 he married Shirley (Cramer) in Kalispell. They celebrated 61 years of marriage. James worked at Ross Shipyard and Alaska Ships as a Mechanical Engineer. He loved planting and all things to do with gardening. James was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Shirley. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018 at 1 p.m. at Buffalo Hill Funeral Home with burial to follow at Glacier Memorial Gardens. Friends are encouraged to send notes of condolence to www.buffalohillfh.com. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

PHOTO GALLERY: Whitefish Winter Carnival Grand Parade

Why would a journalism school be afraid of free speech?

If there are two institutions that should support free speech without reservation, they would be journalism and higher education.

Legals February 3, 2018

No. 25082 CALL FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, will receive bids on the following grades of EMULSIFIED LIQUID ASPHALT: Estimated Usage Emulsified Asphalt - CRS 2 - 500 tons The estimated usage figures are to be used only for the purpose of submitting a bid; actual usage for 2018 asphalt season may vary from the estimate. Bidding is to be by the ton F.O.B. to Flathead County and the specific site, which will be disclosed at the time the order is placed. Bid price is to also include appropriate placement of materials on County site by successful bidder. Distributor to be mounted with a Bear Cat computerized spray bar with a minimum 4,000 gallon tank or equivalent. Supplier shall have oil sample test results on hand and available upon request of Flathead County. Bidder will be responsible for proper product, temperature, consistency, and application. All orders will be placed with the successful bidder by 4:00 p.m. on the day prior to delivery. All orders to be delivered at 7:00 a.m. the next morning. Tanks to be equipped with factory mounted visual thermometers. Bidder will be responsible to provide County with two (2) oil samples to be taken at the point of delivery, before application begins. Oil samples will be labeled and ready to be tested. Labels and attached documentation are to include date, type of material, temperature, and any other information needed for adequate testing. Bid to be from February 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019, or until the County Commissioners call for new bids, with the right to go to the next supplier if asphalt is not available or if the asphalt does not meet MDOT specifications from the successful bidder. Bid price is to include on-site delivery within Flathead County and for materials to be placed on the road by the vendor. Each bidder must deposit with his bid, a bid security in the amount of three-thousand dollars ($3,000.00), to secure the bidder's express covenant that if the bidder is awarded the contract, the bidder will, within ten (10) days, enter into a formal contract; or otherwise the bidder will pay to Flathead County the difference between the amount of his bid and the amount for which Flathead County contracts with another party to complete the contract; bid security shall be payable to Flathead County and shall be in the form of lawful money of the United States: a cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft issued by a Montana bank; or a bid bond executed by a surety corporation authorized to do business in Montana. All sealed bids must be plainly marked "Emulsified Asphalt Bid" and must be in the hands of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, on or before February 7th, 2018 at 5:00 o'clock PM. Bids will be opened and read at 10:30 AM the morning of February 8th, 2018 in the Commissioners' Chambers. The form of contract to be signed is on file and may be obtained at the Office of the County Commissioners, located on the third floor of the old courthouse in Kalispell, Montana. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept the bid deemed to be in the best interest of Flathead County. The award of a bid will be made solely by the issuance of a letter of award to the successful bidder by the Office of the Board of Flathead County Commissioners. Dated this 24th day of January, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chair January 27, February 3, 2018 MNAXLP _______________________

Flathead cruises through Western AA divisional seeding

Twenty-two state qualifiers gave Flathead enough firepower to bring home a state wrestling championship last season. This year, they’ll enter the season’s final tournament even more loaded.

Western B/C Wrestling Graves wins 3rd divisional title; Eureka repeats

SUPERIOR — Garrett Graves (182) won his third straight title and Eureka captured its fourth straight Western B/C divisional wrestling championship on Saturday.

Western A Divisional Wrestling C-Falls 2nd behind Frenchtown; Polson 3rd

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Prep Basketball Roundup Beighle scores 36 to lift Sentinel over Glacier

MISSOULA — Sam Beighle carried the load for Missoula Sentinel, scoring a game-high 36 points in a 66-59 Western AA boys basketball victory over Glacier on Saturday afternoon.

Phone thief fibs to owner

According to the Kalispell Police Department, a woman texted her missing phone, and someone replied they would return the phone. But then the person stopped replying.

Man spits at officers during felony arrest

A man is behind bars after allegedly spitting at police officers while being arrested on charges of felony theft.

Gloria M. Palicz, 89

Gloria M. Palicz of Fairbanks, Alaska, passed away peacefully at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018. She was 89 years young.

Community health center funding set to expire

Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, took to the Senate floor this week in a bid to secure funding for community health centers across the country, including in the Flathead.

Miss Montana shares message of service

Reigning Miss Montana Maddie Murray walked into St. Matthew’s Catholic School gym on Friday, her crown twinkling in the light.

New Flathead River management plan in works

The Flathead National Forest seeks public input as it begins preparing a Comprehensive River Management Plan for the Flathead River’s three forks.

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Western A divisionals Eight MatCats move to semis

COLUMBIA FALLS — Wrestling on its home mats for only the second time this year, Columbia Falls put on a show for the admiring home crowd.

Graves, Schmidt undefeated, lead Eureka wrestlers to B-C divisional

Eureka wrestling coach Danny Lemer hopes tradition and desire make up for shortage of depth for his Lions at the Western B-C divisional wrestling tournament today at Superior.

Bigfork girls pick up two more hoop wins

TROY — Bigfork experienced a 69-32 blowout District 7B win over Troy on Friday while escaping with a nonconference 70-65 overtime thriller over Ronan on Thursday at Ronan.

Little support for proposed Medicaid cuts

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Some of the state's proposed cuts in Medicaid reimbursement will harm children and leave the state responsible for more expensive services, opponents said Thursday.

Thomas W. Little, 80

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Tom Little on Jan. 29, 2018, surrounded by family in Phoenix.

Norma Kaye Funke, 78

Norma Kaye Funke, 78, of Polson, died Wednesday, Jan. 31, at Village Health Care in Missoula.

Eggensperger seeks another term as county super

Two more candidates filed for Flathead County races this week.

Whitefish looks to extend city services south of 40

Shifting from historical policy, Whitefish is considering the possibility of extending city services south of Montana 40.

Ghosts suspected of cooking up a storm

According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, clanging noises were coming from a neighbor’s house, but the caller said she didn’t think her neighbor was home.

Protections for Yellowstone bison to be reconsidered

BILLINGS — A federal judge has ordered U.S. wildlife officials to reconsider a 2015 decision that blocked special protections for the iconic bison herds that roam Yellowstone National Park and are routinely subjected to hunting and slaughter.

Former CEO appeals convictions for defrauding Vann's

MISSOULA (AP) — The former CEO of a Montana electronics retailer is appealing his convictions for defrauding Vann’s Inc., which then filed for bankruptcy.

Rosewater seeks change in water-use permit

The Rosewater development aims to extend the time period it can pump water from the Whitefish River.

Kalispell Target set for $1.4 million renovation

The Target store in North Kalispell will undergo a $1.4 million renovation this month.

Panera plans restaurant in North Kalispell

Plans for a sleek new Panera Bread have been submitted to the city of Kalispell.

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Legals February 1, 2018

No. 25102 CITY OF COLUMBIA FALLS NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT FLOODPLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT The City of Columbia Falls is considering the issuance of a Floodplain Development Permit for the item addressed below. Application of a Floodplain Development Permit: A request by the City of Columbia Falls to create a public fishing pond with assistance from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks within the River's Edge Park. The pond will be approximately 1.5 acres in size and will require the removal of approximately 38,000 cubic yards of material from the floodplain. The property is located on the 500 block of 4th Avenue East and is further described as Assessor's Tract 5H (Parcel 1 of COS 17991) in Section 9, Township 30 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M., Flathead County. Persons wanting to comment shall do so on or before February 15, 2018. Written comment may be sent to Columbia Falls City Hall, Attention: Susan Nicosia, City Manager, 130 6th Street West, Room A, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. For more information call Eric Mulcahy, Columbia Falls City Planner at 755-6481. DATED this 29th day of January, 2018. Susan Nicosia Susan Nicosia, City Manager/Planning and Zoning Administrator COLUMBIA FALLS CITY-COUNTY PLANNING BOARD February 1, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

Classic Crosstown Game Flathead holds off Glacier

If there are levels of noise, amounts of shaking or heights of drama the old, lovable wooden gymnasium at Flathead High School can’t handle, surely they all were approached on Thursday night.

Bravettes edge Wolfpack

The matchup seemed nearly impossible to overcome.

Braves hope to load up for state at seeding tourney nament

By DAVID LESNICK

C-Falls searching for its 6th straight divisional crown

An added bonus for Columbia Falls this weekend, as it seeks its sixth straight Western A divisional wrestling title, is that the MatCats are the event hosts.

Big fourth quarter helps C-Falls girls drop Libby

LIBBY — Columbia Falls used a big fourth quarter to break away from Libby for a 49-27 Northwest A conference girls basketball victory on Thursday evening.