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Fire near Lower Thompson burns 50 acres

Fire crews on Wednesday attacked a new blaze in the Lower Thompson Lake area west of Kalispell.

Missoula Police seek missing woman who may be in Glacier Park

A Missing Endangered Person Advisory has been issued on behalf of Missoula Police Department for Mia Hoffman-Cluchey.

Martin City residents face federal charges

Two Martin City residents are facing federal drug-related charges following an investigation that began late last year by the Northwest Montana Drug Task Force, according to a press release from Sheriff Brian Heino.

Voters OK $4M bond for new Somers Fire Hall

Voters in the Somers Rural Fire District have approved a bond issue of up to $4 million to build a new fire hall at 784 Somers Road.

Legals July 31, 2019

No. 26361 NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGULAR REGISTRATION Notice is hereby given that regular* registration for the Smith Valley Rural Fire District Election(s) to be held on September 13, 2019 will close at 5:00 p.m., on August 14, 2019. *NOTE: If you miss this regular registration deadline, you may still register for the election by showing up at the county election office, 40 11th St W #230, Kalispell, Montana up to and including on Election Day. Between noon and the close of business on the day before Election Day, you can complete and submit a voter registration card, but you will need to return to the local election office on Election Day to pick up and vote a ballot. All active and inactive**electors of Smith Valley Rural Fire District are entitled to vote at said election. Ballots will be automatically mailed to Active Electors only. If you are a registered voter and do not receive a ballot, contact the county election office to update your information as necessary and receive a ballot. Persons who wish to register and who are not presently registered may do so by requesting a form for registration by mail or by appearing at the county election office. If you have moved, please update your registration information by filling out a new voter registration card and submitting it to the county election office. Please note the County Election Office has relocated to the new South Campus Building. Voter Registration forms can be printed from our website : http://flathead.mt.gov/election. DATED this 16th day of July, 2019 Flathead County Election Administrator Monica Eisenzimer Election Manager July 24, 31, August 7, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

New suspension bridge over Kootenai opens

The new Kootenai River swinging bridge is open and busy with summer tourists streaming across the 220-foot span.

Alleged thieves arrive with kiddie trailer

Someone told Kalispell Police Department they saw a man and woman “roll up” on a bicycle and “kiddie trailer,” then the woman got out of the kiddie trailer, ran through bushes, returned with chairs and rolling luggage, which she put in the trailer, and took off. The man reportedly left on foot in the area of South Main Street. The person calling in the report believed they stole the items.

Open house planned for new center as work continues

An open house meet-and-greet session for the new Camp Ponderosa Veterans Retreat and Learning Center in the Swan Valley is set for noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the center, 34891 Montana 83 near Condon, about 50 miles from Kalispell.

Victor E. 'Vic' Cordier, 93

Victor Eugene Cordier passed away in his home on Friday, July 26, 2019.

Bigfork students, PTA raise money for playground

Bigfork Elementary School students are taking strides to build a new playground — quite literally.

Exchange wrestling team to visit Flathead Valley

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Firefighter injured on Beeskove Fire

An emergency medical evacuation was requested for an injured firefighter on the Beeskove Fire near Missoula on Tuesday. The firefighter sustained a lower leg injury and was airlifted directly to St. Patrick’s Hospital for medical treatment, the Forest Service announced.

Legals July 30, 2019

No. 26393 AUDIT PUBLICATION STATEMENT An audit of the affairs of Deer Park School District #2, Columbia Falls, Montana, has been conducted by Denning, Downey & Associates. The audit covered the fiscal year ended June 30, 2018. Section 2-7-521, MCA, requires that this publication concerning the audit report include a statement that the audit report is on file in its entirety and open to public inspection at 2105 Middle Road, and that the Deer Park School District #2 will send a copy of the audit report to any interested person upon request. Sincerely, Peggy A. Martin District Clerk July 30, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

Students place at national speech and debate

Glacier and Flathead high schools competed at the National Speech and Debate tournament in Dallas, Texas, in June.

Kalispell Vet Center celebrates 40 years of service

For years, Navy veteran Joseph Robinson called an aircraft carrier home.

Economic update explores 'silver tsunami'

The Montana Chamber Foundation and Bureau of Business and Economic Research stops in Kalispell on Thursday for the 14th annual Economic Update series.

Woman wants to look good before gambling

Kalispell Police Department received a report of a woman sitting in a parking lot “for several hours.” Turns out, she was just putting makeup on before heading in to gamble.

Cardboard a conundrum for Flathead recyclers

Gloria Schmidt visits Pacific Steel and Recycling in Kalispell every couple of weeks to drop off her recyclables. On Monday morning she deposited a few boxes and newspapers into the appropriate bins, just like usual. Although it’s not a lot, it’s important to her to do what she can to help the environment.

Arleen Alice Macal, 82

Arleen Alice Macal, 82, passed away at her home in Columbia Falls on July 23, 2019.

Ten Commandments Park vandalized

The vandal wore a bandanna to cover his face and a cap. The person, who appeared to be male, all but sauntered through a few brief recorded frames — as though he was in no hurry.

Moss Ranch, Beeskove fires continue to burn

The Moss Ranch Fire, burning on the Flathead Reservation about 14 miles southwest of Ronan, was said Monday morning to be about 60 percent contained.

Legals July 29, 2019

No. 26374 Montana Eleventh Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Heather Holloway: Heather Holloway, Petitioner Cause No. DV-19-535B 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 Heather Nicole Holloway to Heather Nicole Franks. The hearing will be on September 11, 2019 at 8:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Justice Center in Flathead County. Date: July 10, 2019 PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ AYLA M HILL Deputy Clerk of Court July 22, 29, August 5, 12, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

Representative government

The spectacle that took place on the floor of the House of Representatives the other day is just a micro-analysis of what our government has become.

Parker changes roles but continues fight against trafficking

Imagine family dinner on Christmas. All are gathered together and have just sat down to enjoy their time together when the pagers start going off. Husband and wife do not hesitate. They kiss their children goodbye and head out to someone in trouble, to some emergency where they are needed.

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- AARP Driver Safety Course, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Libby Christian Church. $20 fee ($15 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 751-4500.

Letters to the editor July 29

I’ve been contemplating the recently revived slogan “America, Love it or Leave It” and would like to share what it means to me.

Dad safe and sound after taco night

A mother and daughter were concerned when dad didn’t come home and called Kalispell Police Department. The daughter called back and said her dad just got home safe and sound and had “fallen asleep after eating tacos at a friend’s house.”

Mission Valley falls to Bucs

FLORENCE — Trevor Lake batted 3-for-4 and Alex Muzquiz was 2-for-4, but it wasn’t enough on Monday as the Mission Valley Mariners fell 9-8 to the host Bitterroot Bucs at the A Montana-Alberta American Legion baseball tournament.

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Brighton Mia Dae Masters, daughter of Justin Masters and Maggie Ronshaugen of Kalispell, was born June 6 at North Valley Hospital.

Child's body found in Lincoln County

The search for the 2-year-old child of an Oregon couple who apparently died in a murder-suicide last week near Kalispell has ended tragically.

Legals July 28, 2019

No. 26384 SEWER RATE AND CHARGE MODIFICATION AND PUBLIC HEARING The District proposes to charge for the use and availability of the sewer system of the District (the "System") by an equivalent dwelling unit (EDU) methodology, which is based on the size of the water service. A 3/4 inch or 5/8 inch service, which is the standard for single family residential users, is one EDU. The table below, as supplemented by the paragraph immediately following the table, reflects the proposed rates and charges for the use and availability of the System. Diameter Cost per EDU Mulitiplier Annual charge 3/4" & 5/8" $629.50 $1.00 $629.50 1" $629.50 $1.79 $1126.81 1 1/2" $629.50 $4.00 $2518.01 2" $629.50 $7.14 $4494.65 2 1/2" $629.50 $11.16 $7075.22 3" $629.50 $16.00 $10072.05 4" $629.40 $28.57 $17984.82 In addition and notwithstanding anything in this notice to the contrary, (i) each owner of a condominium unit would be charged the Annual Charge for the use and availability of the System, and if a condominium unit is for residential purposes, it would be ascribed one (1) EDU; and (ii) undeveloped lots, tracts, or parcels that are currently served by a sewer service line stubout (but not otherwise connected to the System) would be charged an Annual Charge corresponding to one (1) EDU. For administrative convenience, the Annual Charge will continue to be placed on an owner's real property tax statement. Approximately one-half of the Annual Charge would be due and owed by each November 30, commencing November 30, 2019 and approximately one-half of the Annual Charge would be due and owed each May 31, commencing May 31, 2020. A public hearing to hear comments on the proposed sewer rate and charge adjustment will be held August 6, 2019, commencing at 7:00 pm in the Northern Lights Room of the Kandahar Lodge 3824 Big Mountain Rd Whitefish, MT 59937. Further information about the proposed rate and charge adjustment may be obtained by contacting Leslie Bales at 406-249-5669. Done by Order of the Board of Directors of Big Mountain County Sewer District, Montana, this 22nd day of July, 2019. Leslie Bales Secretary July 25, 28, August 1, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

'Gentleman' pawnbroker promises honesty, integrity

Jack Jones wore a sweat-stained Stetson. A red bandanna ringed his neck. His drawl betrayed West Texas roots.

Affordable housing lawsuit an abuse of legal system

The lawsuit recently filed against the city of Whitefish attempting to invalidate the affordable housing program based on inadequate public process is an unfortunate abuse of the legal system and is contrary to the intent of public participation laws.

Thelma May Tutvedt Johnson, 92

On Norwegian Independence Day, May 17, 1927, Thelma May was born to Norwegian immigrants Hans and Andora Tutvedt in Kalispell. She was a little early and was baptized right at the hospital, not sure if she was going to survive. She did and welcomed three siblings after herself. Harold in 1929, Paul in 1931, and Doris in 1936. They grew up on a farm in the Stillwater community. Their life was that of a Norman Rockwell Painting — hard work, grow your own delicious food, church at Stillwater Lutheran on Sundays and lots of love.

Columbia Falls Jr. High garden gets gazebo for sun safety

The American Dermatology Association threw some shade at the Wildcat Garden.

A battle of wills - Manpower vs. horsepower

The goal was simple enough. Get the old fishing boat sitting behind the garage, fire up the old boat motor and head to Smith Lake. My husband Jim would tool around fishing for the pike and perch Smith Lake is well-known for, and I’d paddle around the lily pads and beaver dams in my kayak; maybe we’d venture up Ashley Creek together where the great blue herons hang out.

Political truth is evasive

Mueller did not clear Trump of obstruction of justice?

J.C. Penney celebrates 105th anniversary in Kalispell

J.C. Penney Co. in Kalispell is celebrating its 105th anniversary this year, making it one of the oldest businesses in the Flathead Valley.

Kay Evans Scott, 78

Kay Evans Scott passed away Friday, July 19, 2019.

Travelers losing money to 'Expedia' impostors

Hang up the phone! If you’re trying to call a travel company’s customer service number you found via search engine, read on before dialing. The Better Business Bureau has just learned about a network of scammers using Expedia Group’s name to take consumers for thousands of dollars.

Letters to the editor July 28

Thank you Mark Agather for your letter on July 15 demanding sanity from the Forest Service. You echoed my words that I’ve been preaching for three decades. I was feeling like an orphan out here; a voice in the wilderness don’t ya know.

Local man forms extraordinary bond with pet bobcat

“Can I take a picture?” the woman asked, eagerly stepping toward Mike Kiel, arm extended, camera phone already in-hand.

Holding Big Pharma accountable in Montana

We all know that some Montanans are forced to go without medication or struggle to afford paying for basic needs like housing and groceries because prescription drug costs are too high.

Business watercooler

Best Practice Medicine of Bozeman, which recently opened an office at 600 Windmill Drive,Suite B, off U.S.2 near Columbia Falls, will hold an open house tour and barbecue from noon to 5 p.m. today, July 28. The medical mobile high-fidelity simulation lab will also be set up in the parking lot for touring.

Flathead High removes 'grade impact' from attendance policy

Flathead High School students can expect minor changes to the attendance policy this school year.

Frank Thomas, 82

Our beloved Frank Thomas passed away on July 22, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer.

In Trump era, GOP leaders lack courage, integrity

“These are the times that try men’s souls,” as true today as in Thomas Paine’s time. Each day our president trashes something important to the continuation of the longest functioning Democracy in the world.

Jackie Melvin, 90

Jackie Melvin passed away Saturday, July 20, 2019. At her request, no services are planned.

No room for abuse in the mission of Jesus

I hate reading and hearing the news today about Potter’s Field Ministry and MudMan Burgers. While I don’t know all the information, I have personally talked with some who have shared their story with me. Here is how I am responding:

Time to turn up the heat about selenium pollution

Paul Samycia, owner of Elk River Guiding Company in British Columbia, and his guides and clients have caught dozens of deformed westslope cutthroat trout in the river reaches below four open-pit coal mines operated by Teck Resources.

Tech alliance lists Montana companies to watch

The Montana High Tech Business Alliance has announced a list of eight Montana High-Growth Companies to Watch in 2019.

Truck driver pulls off panty raid in reverse

The Kalispell Police Department received a report that a driver in a truck dropped a woman off, threw a pair of women’s underwear out the window, and left.

Lakers fall to Scarlets at state tourney

BILLINGS — It was a heartbreaker of a day for the Kalispell Lakers at the AA Montana-Alberta American Legion state baseball tournament.

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Liddell's Eye of the Storm

By KATIE BROWN

Montana Chamber names 2019 'Champions of Business'

Rep. Frank Garner, R-Kalispell and Sen. Dan Salomon, R-Ronan, were recognized as 2019 “Champions of Business” the Montana Chamber of Commerce.

Fitbits for horses: Heart-rate technology aids eventers' training

Eventing horses are athletes.

Winds fan small wildfires across state

A crew of 170 firefighters completed a successful burnout operation Saturday on a lightning-caused wildfire burning south of Ronan on the Flathead Reservation.

Legals July 27, 2019

No. 26300 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 Ronald K. and Carol J. Pierce and Jewel Basin Investments, LLC to change the zoning designation in a portion of the Bigfork Zoning District from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to R-2 (One Family Limited Residential). The boundaries of the area proposed to be amended from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to R-2 (One Family Limited Residential) are described as: That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 24, Township 27 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M., lying West of the Federal Highway bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point 30 feet East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 24, Township 27 North, Range 20 West; thence East and following the center East and West subdivisional Section line 760 feet to the Westerly right-of-way line of the public highway; thence following said right-of-way line North 31°52' West 1430 feet to a junction of said right-of-way line with the Easterly right-of-way line of the North and South public highway; thence South along said right-of-way line of the North and South public highway 1250 feet to the Place of Beginning. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: That portion conveyed to the State of Montana in Bargain and Sale Deed, recorded November 23, 1993 as Document No. 9332709310. AND ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM: Lot 1 of the Amended Plat of Lot 1 of Croskrey Court, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana. And Lot 1 of the Amended Plat of Lot 1, Croskrey Court, according to the official map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana. The regulations defining the SAG-10 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, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office, 40 11th Street West, Kalispell, Montana, and online 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 8th day of August, 2019 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 Bigfork Zoning District. Written comments are encouraged and will be reviewed by the Commissioners prior to the hearing if received in the Commissioners' Office at least three days prior to the hearing. DATED this 17th day of June, 2019. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Philip B. Mitchell Philip B. Mitchell, Chair July 20, 27, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Research examines implications of an aging rural physician workforce

BOZEMAN — A paper published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine examines the aging physician workforce in rural areas — a demographic shift with important implications for the future — and offers strategies to forestall the resultant, projected diminishment in access to health care.

Road work: County gears up for chip-sealing

More than 40 miles of local roads will get a face-lift next month as part of the Flathead County Road and Bridge Department’s annual pavement maintenance cycle.

Grant targets public awareness about child abuse

The Montana CASA/GAL (Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian Ad Litem) Association has been awarded a $10,000 Branding Campaign grant from the National Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian Ad Litem Association for Children. Funds will be used to tailor a national public awareness campaign about child abuse and neglect for local markets, and to distribute the campaign.

Bullock announces members of grizzly council

Residents of Browning, Columbia Falls, Condon, East Glacier, Saint Ignatius, Troy and Valier are among the 18 Montana citizens selected to serve on the state’s Grizzly Bear Advisory Council.

Northwest towns concerned about selenium pollution

Elk River fishing guide Paul Samycia cannot say for sure that the deformed westslope cutthroat trout he and others have caught have been affected by selenium pollution from large-scale coal mines upstream in the Elk Valley in British Columbia.

American Legion State Baseball Senators slip by Lakers; Mariners edge Mavericks

BILLINGS — Zach Spiroff, the ninth batter in the order, tripled in the top of the seventh to left field with one out to score Tyler Tenney, who reached on a single, in a 3-2 victory for the Helena Senators over the Kalispell Lakers in the opening game of the AA Montana/Alberta American Legion state baseball tournament on Saturday at Dehler Park.

Police seek child of couple found dead near Kalispell

Northwest law enforcement officials are seeking the public’s help in trying to locate a 2-year-old boy who is the son of a couple found dead Wednesday in an apparent murder-suicide in Flathead County.

Wildfire near Ronan burns 450 acres

A large burnout operation was planned Friday in an attempt to contain the lightning-caused Moss Ranch Fire burning 14 miles southwest of Ronan, on the Flathead Indian Reservation.

PHOTOS: The Event at Rebecca Farm

Photos from dressage, show jumping and cross-country divisions at The Event at Rebecca Farm. Cross-country and show jumping continue on Saturday with show jumping wrapping up the action on Sunday. See rebeccafarm.org for more details.

Letters to the editor July 25

I write with regard to the George McLeans’s letter to the editor (July 21) “McCarthy-era tactics.” I agree with Mr. McLean that McCarthy-era tactics are being regularly used today in America. I disagree with him with regard to who is using them. It is not President Trump and his supporters who engage in such tactics, but rather people on the left.

Peeping Tom flees in creepy van

Someone told Kalispell Police Department they allegedly saw a Peeping Tom with a 9- to 10-inch knife on his waist who was looking in a woman’s windows. When they reportedly asked him to leave, he threatened them and drove off in white van that didn’t have windows in the back.

Weekend update

Festival of Art

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- Annual Easthaven Baptist Church rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. today; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, 2010 Whitefish Stage, Kalispell. Half price July 27. Proceeds benefit charitable causes and new church addition.

Norma Houff, 76

Norma Houff, 76 years old, passed away July 14, 2019.

Laura Virginia Hilton-Peterson, 72

Laura Virginia Hilton-Peterson, 72, went to the arms of our Lord on July 19, 2019, after a five-year journey with lung cancer.

Joyce (Strassburg) Bansch, 82

Joyce (Strassburg) Bansch left this earth May 17, 2019, while at a hospital in Indianapolis and surrounded by her family, Pam Dickenson (Jim) and Paula Bansch.

Kalispell business leader Frank Thomas dies

Longtime Kalispell businessman Frank Thomas, who operated Thomas Printing for 57 years, died Monday at age 82.

Moore up by 6 on Johnston at State Am golf

GREAT FALLS — Joey Moore of Billings had the best round of the day, again, to give him a six-shot lead after 36 holes at the 102nd Montana Men’s State Amateur golf tournament at Meadow Lark Country Club.

A field of dreams

By KATIE BROWN

Ministries' assets to be sold

The assets of Potter’s Field Ministries, which over the course of 27 years of operation has grown to include multiple properties, vehicles and businesses, will be sold, according to the lead pastor of Godspeak Calvary Chapel, a religious nonprofit based in California that has taken over operations and ownership of the multi-faceted ministry based in Whitefish.

Norma Houff, 76

Norma Houff, 76 years old, passed away July 14, 2019.

Job assistance offered to Potter's Field, MudMan workers

Officials with the Job Service of Kalispell said they are available to help former employees and members of the recently shuttered MudMan restaurants and food trucks and Whitefish-based Potter’s Field Ministries IGNITE internship program find alternative employment and assist with possible relocation.

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- Annual Easthaven Baptist Church rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and July 26; 8 a.m. to noon July 27, 2010 Whitefish Stage, Kalispell. Half price July 27. Proceeds benefit charitable causes and new church addition.

The case of the mysterious Mustang

A man told Kalispell Police Department a Mustang he reported stolen from a place where he had parked it and left it for five days due to a flat tire, had purportedly reappeared in the same spot with the tire fixed, the steering column “ripped open” and drug paraphernalia in the vehicle, and he couldn’t explain why. He supposedly broke a window to get inside and was going “to try and get the vehicle out of there,” but was advised to wait for officers. He reportedly didn’t want to file a report, just wanted police to know “he would be back to clean up the glass” and would get the car in the morning.

New contractor sought to fix first-phase problems

After months of unreturned phone calls and subcontractors who went unpaid — and then stopped showing up to work — a new general contractor will be selected to fix unsatisfactory construction in the first phase of the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center renovation and addition, according to Kalispell Public Schools.

2 found dead after traffic stop

A traffic stop of a sport utility vehicle with Oregon plates in Kalispell Wednesday night ended with a bizarre twist when the vehicle fled and was later stopped again and approached by authorities, who found the male and female occupants dead from apparent gunshot wounds.

Legals July 25, 2019

No. 26384 SEWER RATE AND CHARGE MODIFICATION AND PUBLIC HEARING The District proposes to charge for the use and availability of the sewer system of the District (the "System") by an equivalent dwelling unit (EDU) methodology, which is based on the size of the water service. A 3/4 inch or 5/8 inch service, which is the standard for single family residential users, is one EDU. The table below, as supplemented by the paragraph immediately following the table, reflects the proposed rates and charges for the use and availability of the System. Diameter Cost per EDU Mulitiplier Annual charge 3/4" & 5/8" $629.50 $1.00 $629.50 1" $629.50 $1.79 $1126.81 1 1/2" $629.50 $4.00 $2518.01 2" $629.50 $7.14 $4494.65 2 1/2" $629.50 $11.16 $7075.22 3" $629.50 $16.00 $10072.05 4" $629.40 $28.57 $17984.82 In addition and notwithstanding anything in this notice to the contrary, (i) each owner of a condominium unit would be charged the Annual Charge for the use and availability of the System, and if a condominium unit is for residential purposes, it would be ascribed one (1) EDU; and (ii) undeveloped lots, tracts, or parcels that are currently served by a sewer service line stubout (but not otherwise connected to the System) would be charged an Annual Charge corresponding to one (1) EDU. For administrative convenience, the Annual Charge will continue to be placed on an owner's real property tax statement. Approximately one-half of the Annual Charge would be due and owed by each November 30, commencing November 30, 2019 and approximately one-half of the Annual Charge would be due and owed each May 31, commencing May 31, 2020. A public hearing to hear comments on the proposed sewer rate and charge adjustment will be held August 6, 2019, commencing at 7:00 pm in the Northern Lights Room of the Kandahar Lodge 3824 Big Mountain Rd Whitefish, MT 59937. Further information about the proposed rate and charge adjustment may be obtained by contacting Leslie Bales at 406-249-5669. Done by Order of the Board of Directors of Big Mountain County Sewer District, Montana, this 22nd day of July, 2019. Leslie Bales Secretary July 25, 28, August 1, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Kalispell trail project will benefit from public input

The city of Kalispell is off and running with the first round of design work on the long-awaited trail that will be built on the railroad bed once the tracks are removed.

Legals July 24, 2019

No. 26364 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice to Water Users (Pursuant to Section 85-2-307, MCA) The following application has been submitted to change a water right in the State of Montana. THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION PROPOSES TO GRANT AN APPLICATION TO CHANGE A WATER RIGHT. DESCRIBED BELOW ARE THE PERTINENT FACTS WHICH SUMMARIZE THE APPLICATION. THE PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION (PD) DOCUMENTING THE FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW AND ANY CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE WATER RIGHT ARE AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT http://www.dnrc.mt.gov/wrd/. OBJECTION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 6, 2019. THE DEPARTMENT CAN ONLY ACCEPT OBJECTIONS FILED ON AN OBJECTION TO APPLICATION, FORM 611. MAIL THE COMPLETED FORM AND THE $25.00 FILING FEE TO THE DNRC, PO BOX 201601, HELENA, MT 59620-1601 BY THE DEADLINE SPECIFIED. THE FORM IS AVAILABLE ON THE DEPARTMENT'S WEBSITE. DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS PERTAINING TO THE APPLICATION, TO OBTAIN THE PD OR OBJECTION FORM TO THE WATER RESOURCES OFFICE AT 655 TIMBERWOLF PARKWAY, SUITE 4, KALISPELL, MT 59901-2387 FAX: 406-752-2843 PHONE: 406-752-2288. Application Number: 76LJ 30121543 Applicant: NORMAN C BJELLAND PO BOX 9050 KALISPELL, MT 59904 2050 WATER RIGHT NUMBER(S) BEING CHANGED Water Right Type(s): STATEMENT OF CLAIM Water Right Number/Priority Date: 76LJ 30115619/APRIL 30, 1982 Historical Flow Rate: 396. GPM Historical Consumptive Volume: 146.10 AC-FT Historical Diverted Volume: 183.60 AC-FT 76LJ 30116270/SEPTEMBER 12, 1967 Historical Flow Rate: 333. GPM Historical Consumptive Volume: 125.70 AC-FT Historical Diverted Volume:157.70 AC-FT PAST USE OF WATER: 76LJ 30115619 WAS FOR IRRIGATION OF 127 ACRES AT A RATE OF 396 GPM AND 76LJ 30116270 WAS FOR IRRIGATION OF 100 ACRES AT A RATE OF 333 GPM. MEANS OF DIVERSIONS WERE PITS FOR BOTH RIGHTS. PROPOSED CHANGE: CHANGE INCLUDES POINT OF DIVERSION, PLACE OF USE AND PLACE OF STORAGE FOR 76LJ 30115619 AND 76LJ 30116270. POINT OF DIVERSION WILL NOW BE A NEW PIT/POND IN THE SWSENW OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 29N, RANGE 22W AND PLACE OF USE WILL BE 99.78 ACRES OF IRRIGATION IN THE NW OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 29N, RANGE 22W, FLATHEAD COUNTY. July 24, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Breakfast bandits make off with tip jar, too

Transients in tank tops allegedly stole breakfast from a hotel buffet — and the tip jar — before taking off. An employee told Kalispell Police Department the breakfast bandits were captured on video and appeared to be on drugs.

Kim Harmon Olmstead

Lt. Col. Kim Harmon Olmstead (July 24, 1943, to Jan. 8, 2019) would have been 76 today. His sudden passing six months ago was too soon for proper goodbyes. He is survived by his loving wife, daughter and son, and grandchildren, as well as friends, family, and, at least as importantly, his fellow veterans with whom he served in the mid-to-late ‘60s; in messages to the family, these veterans have painted a portrait of a gifted leader who inspired confidence, faith and hope both during and after their time together in Vietnam.

Kalispell Regional board gets new members

Three physician members and one community member, all of whom bring with them a wealth of experience, were recently welcomed to Kalispell Regional Healthcare’s Board of Trustees, according to a recent press release from the hospital.

Keith 'Robbie' Robinson, 83

Keith “Robbie” Robinson, 83, died peacefully in his Kalispell home on July 19, 2019, and the first thing he probably said on the other side was “Clear on the right … pressure’s up!”

Sarah James, 19

Sarah left this world tragically on July 17, 2019, after enjoying an evening out with friends, near her Louisiana State University campus where she was a sophomore studying biological engineering.

State seeks solution for cheatgrass infestation

Wild Horse Island is a natural gem, known for its bighorn sheep, bald eagles and wild horses.

Event begins today at Rebecca Farm

The Event at Rebecca Farm kicks off today in Kalispell with dressage for levels CCI2*-L, novice and training three-day (N3D), intermediate and preliminary and cross country for novice and training levels starting at 8 a.m.

Benson named Kootenai Forest supervisor

Montana native Chad Benson, who has been the acting forest supervisor for the Kootenai National Forest since the fall of 2018, is now the forest’s supervisor.

Clinic gets $2.5M for asbestos screening

The Center for Asbestos Related Disease, or CARD Clinic in Libby will get nearly $2.5 million in federal funding to help screen for asbestos-related diseases in Libby and its surrounding communities in Lincoln County, U.S. Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont. announced Monday.

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- Annual Easthaven Baptist Church rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, July 25-26; 8 a.m. to noon July 27, 2010 Whitefish Stage, Kalispell. Half price July 27. Proceeds benefit charitable causes and new church addition.

Montana removes kids from adolescent treatment program

HELENA(AP) — The state removed 27 children from a private adolescent treatment program in northwestern Montana on Tuesday, citing escalating reports of physical and psychological abuse.

Property manager needs bird to fly the coop

A property manager for a store told Kalispell Police Department they had a bird inside the building and wanted advice on how to get it out. They were given advice, but were told that animal control “doesn’t deal with birds.”

It's Heritage Days time in Columbia Falls

Celebrate the heritage of Columbia Falls at the Gateway to Glacier city’s annual Heritage Days Festival.

Chief explains cost for proposed Somers Fire Hall

Voters in the Somers Rural Fire District have just one week left to return their mail ballots for a bond issue of up to $4 million for a new fire hall.

Mariners down Twins, 6-4, for district title

LIBBY — One team’s heroism, another team’s heartbreak.

Bears keep Glacier National Park staff busy

Several bear-related incidents inside Glacier National Park have led staff to move some animals and make changes in the status of some of the campgrounds.

Calvary Chapel ends support of Potter's Field Ministries

The Calvary Chapel has broken its affiliation with Potter’s Field Ministries in Whitefish and the ministry’s other associated businesses and nonprofits following allegations from former ministry members who allege the founders of Potter’s Field have long incited a cult-like environment through intimidation, fear tactics and other means.

MudMan, ministry close amid abuse allegations

Whitefish-based Potter’s Field Ministries is closing its MudMan Burgers restaurants and food trucks, and its ministry internship program amid allegations of abuse against the ministry’s interns.

Letters to the editor July 22

My wife and I just spent the better part of a week camping, fishing and hiking in the Spotted Bear Ranger District. I wanted to pen a quick note to give kudos to the staff, both at the ranger station as well as in the field.

Brand USA and tourism in Montana

The tourism industry in Montana is booming and it’s easy to understand why. Montana is the best place to explore over a million acres of wilderness filled with glacier-carved terrain, crystal clear rivers, and 400-foot waterfalls all in between breathtaking mountain ranges. The sightseeing alone draws millions to the state every year.

Legals July 22, 2019

No. 26374 Montana Eleventh Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Heather Holloway: Heather Holloway, Petitioner Cause No. DV-19-535B 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 Heather Nicole Holloway to Heather Nicole Franks. The hearing will be on September 11, 2019 at 8:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Justice Center in Flathead County. Date: July 10, 2019 PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ AYLA M HILL Deputy Clerk of Court July 22, 29, August 5, 12, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

Kalispell council begins to tackle trail design

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public work session at 7 p.m. today to discuss Phase II of the Core Area trail design.

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- Red Cross blood drives: 1-6 p.m. at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.; 1-6 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church.

New director takes reins of adult-child mentor program

Todd Lengacher’s life was shaped by mentors, which led him to step into the role himself. Now, he oversees mentors throughout the Flathead Valley as the new executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flathead County.

Woman cleans up towels from store rack

Someone allegedly witnessed a woman take an armload of what they thought might be towels from a store’s outside rack and put it in the back of her vehicle.

MUDMAN, MINISTRY CLOSE AMID ABUSE ALLEGATIONS

Whitefish-based Potter’s Field Ministries is closing its MudMan Burgers restaurants and food trucks, and its ministry internship program amid allegations of abuse against the ministry’s interns.

Lakers down Senators in twinbill

The Kalispell Lakers AA know how to bounce back.

Twins force second championship game

LIBBY — The Glacier Twins downed the Mission Valley Mariners 5-0 in the West A District American Legion baseball tournament championship on Sunday afternoon.

May-June births NVH

Ellis Marie Jackson, daughter of Asia Lianne and Jeremy LaRoy Jackson of Kalispell, was born May 30 at North Valley Hospital.

Truth matters: Russia and our endangered democracy

What are we to believe? Truth is under attack. With attacks on the press, campaign ads and pundits telling us what to think, we must become even more scholarly citizens. We must dig for the truth and not be swayed by the latest soundbites splashing across our screens. It’s tempting to come to quick conclusions without going beneath the surface to examine the validity of pronouncements. Having a president who shoots from the hip paying no attention to facts makes it even more challenging to differentiate lies from the truth. We must take the opposite road and follow more scholarly pursuits by weighing evidence before forming conclusions.

Thomas R. Thiel, 81

Thomas R. Thiel, 81, died peacefully on May 11, 2019, at his home in Butte after a courageous battle with cancer.

Dorothy Jean 'Jerry' Buck, 85

Dorothy Jean “Jerry” Buck went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 19, 2019 with her loving husband by her side.

William Benjamin Toohey, 91

William Benjamin Toohey, 91, passed away on July 2, 2019, at his home in Whitefish. He was born in Butte on Oct. 9, 1927, to Montana and William Toohey. He was proud of his Irish heritage and lived a rough and tumble life up in Walkerville as a consequence of that heritage. He attended Sherman Elementary School in Walkerville. Bill was an athlete and loved to tell those stories of his school years. After graduation from high school in Butte, he enlisted in the Navy at age 17 and served four years following the attack of Pearl Harbor.

'Norway in a Nutshell?' You betcha!

I’m going to Norway in September with my adventure-seeking daughter (the one who currently is on a 1,000-mile road trip to the Arctic Ocean through the Northwest Territories) and I’ve been trying to put myself in a Norske state of mind.

Robert Richard Collins, 87

1st Sgt. Robert Richard Collins, United States Army, passed away July 8, 2019, at the Montana Veterans Home.

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- Miracle of America Museum annual Live History Days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Sunday, Polson. Rides, concessions, exhibitors, demonstrations. Regular admission. Call Gil Mangels, 406-883-6804 or 406-270-7895.

Former home of Babe Ruth's doctor undergoes major renovation

When Ryan Nelson first laid eyes on the white manor on Fourth Avenue East in Kalispell, he found the house in grave disrepair.

Laura Galloway, 58

Laura Galloway, 58, of Great Falls, passed away at home on July 15, 2019, after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Eddie Wayne Luke, 80

Eddie Wayne Luke, born June 12, 1939, passed away June 30, 2019, after a long, courageous battle with cancer.

Letters to the editor July 21

By offering a full-throated defense of some of President Trump’s vilest public statements, spineless Sen. Steve Daines has shown more starkly than ever that he needs to be voted out of office next year.

Tracie Jill Wilhelm, 55

Tracie Jill Wilhelm passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2019, due to complications after surgery.

Popular Whitefish bakery moves downtown

Fleur is blooming in downtown Whitefish. Even in the midst of a power outage an hour before closing time on Wednesday, a steady stream of customers poured into the bake shop’s new location on Central Avenue.

Jane Doreen Belknap Butkay, 88

By the shores of Flathead Lake, Jane Doreen Belknap Butkay was born on July 15, 1931 at Hotel Le Dieu Hospital in Polson, to parents Cassius Belknap and Florence (Turner) Belknap. She joined a sister Louise. On July 16, 2019, Jane passed away peacefully at her Rollins home overlooking her beloved Flathead Lake after celebrating her 88th birthday with her loving husband, Paul Butkay. In between those two dates she had a life story to tell.

Flathead marksman joins sporting clays hall of fame

Former state senator Michael Taylor of Rollins has been shooting for 70 years.

Canadian mining policy reforms needed

On June 13, eight U.S. Senators sent a

Apollo mission helped unify a nation

Parents nationwide allowed their children to stay up hours past bedtime to join many thousands of other American households glued to TVs to watch Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walk on the moon.

Wesley Gene Persinger, 89

Wesley “Wes” Persinger passed away Jan. 27, 2019, peacefully at Kalispell Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family, on his day to go home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Margarette Elaine Bauer, 58

Margarette Elaine Bauer, known to friends and family as Maggie, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 30, 2019.

Ready to get to work

My name is Mike Cooney and I’m running to be your next governor.

Southern border crisis has a direct impact on Montana

Recently I visited the southern U.S. border to see the situation firsthand. I spent time with agents from U.S. Customs, Border Patrol, and Drug Enforcement Administration. I toured ports of entry and unsecured areas from the air and on the ground. It was an eye-opening experience. The situation there is nothing less than a crisis impacting Montana directly.

Norma Houff, 76

Norma Houff, 76, passed away July 14, 2019. She was born on May 29, 1943 in Kalispell.

Legion Baseball Mission Valley advances to West A District title game

LIBBY — Gabe Mergenthaler tossed a 2-hitter, Trevor Lake, 2 for 3, drove in four runs and Eric Dolence, 1 for 3, drove in three for the Mission Valley Mariners in an 11-0 victory over top seed Bitterroot Red Sox on Saturday at the West A District American Legion baseball tournament at Lee Gehring Field.

Legals July 20, 2019

No. 26300 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 Ronald K. and Carol J. Pierce and Jewel Basin Investments, LLC to change the zoning designation in a portion of the Bigfork Zoning District from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to R-2 (One Family Limited Residential). The boundaries of the area proposed to be amended from SAG-10 (Suburban Agricultural) to R-2 (One Family Limited Residential) are described as: That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 24, Township 27 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M., lying West of the Federal Highway bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point 30 feet East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 24, Township 27 North, Range 20 West; thence East and following the center East and West subdivisional Section line 760 feet to the Westerly right-of-way line of the public highway; thence following said right-of-way line North 31°52' West 1430 feet to a junction of said right-of-way line with the Easterly right-of-way line of the North and South public highway; thence South along said right-of-way line of the North and South public highway 1250 feet to the Place of Beginning. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: That portion conveyed to the State of Montana in Bargain and Sale Deed, recorded November 23, 1993 as Document No. 9332709310. AND ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM: Lot 1 of the Amended Plat of Lot 1 of Croskrey Court, according to the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana. And Lot 1 of the Amended Plat of Lot 1, Croskrey Court, according to the official map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, Montana. The regulations defining the SAG-10 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, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, at the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office, 40 11th Street West, Kalispell, Montana, and online 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 8th day of August, 2019 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 Bigfork Zoning District. Written comments are encouraged and will be reviewed by the Commissioners prior to the hearing if received in the Commissioners' Office at least three days prior to the hearing. DATED this 17th day of June, 2019. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Philip B. Mitchell Philip B. Mitchell, Chair July 20, 27, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Teens learn how to create stop-motion films

Ready, set, stop.

Ex-Air Force member sentenced for child sex offenses

A former U.S. Air Force service member from Kalispell who admitted to using the internet to coerce minor boys into sending him sexually explicit images and videos of themselves was sentenced Friday to 15 years in prison and 10 years of supervised release.

Authorities allege suspect used brick in murder

A Flathead Valley man has been charged with deliberate homicide in the death of a Kalispell man earlier this week.

Bigfork Spartan racer prepares for Kids World Championships

Ten-year-old Jaxon Moore of Bigfork recently qualified for the first-ever Kids Spartan World Championships in California, but he doesn’t train like a lot of other athletes at the global level.

Kori Gallagher, 42

On Sunday, July 14, 2019, Kori Gallagher, loving wife and mother passed away at the age of 42.

Forest opens roads for firewood gathering

Flathead National Forest announced Thursday it will open two specific roads for personal-use firewood collection from July 24 to Aug. 15. This will allow temporary access for woodcutting on some roads that are normally closed to public motorized traffic.

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- AARP Driver Safety Course, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Summit, Kalispell. $20 fee ($15 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 751-4500.

Guy 'Lee' Chapman, 89

Guy “Lee” Chapman went home to his Lord Jesus May 8, 2019, at The HealthCenter in Kalispell. His wife Pat and son David were at his side.

Senators slide by Lakers, 10-5

The Helena Senators used a strong start and finish to top the Kalispell Lakers 10-5 on Saturday evening in Class AA American Legion baseball action at Griffin Field.

Sheep-killing grizzly euthanized

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks euthanized a young male grizzly bear Friday, July 19 along the Marias River near the inlet of Tiber Dam due to food conditioning and sheep depredations.

Several badly injured in Montana 35 crash

Two families from the state of Washington were taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center after being involved in a head-on traffic crash Friday afternoon on Montana 35 near Bigfork.

Police officer serves chicken ordinance

Someone called the Kalispell Police Department with “questions on the rules on having chickens and a rooster.” The caller’s chicken-owning neighbors had recently purchased a rooster to add to their brood, so a police officer left a copy of the city’s chicken ordinance on the caller’s front door.

Montana jobless rate at 10-year low

Montana’s unemployment rate has reached a more than 10-year low, decreasing 0.1 percentage points to 3.5% in the month of June.

Woman injured in Kalispell head-on collision

A woman was taken to the hospital after a head-on collision Friday afternoon in Kalispell.

Legals July 19, 2019

No. 26346 INVITATION FOR BIDS LEASE OF STATE LANDS Sealed bids will be accepted by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, Ag & Grazing Management Bureau, P.O. Box 201601, Helena, Montana 59620, through July 26, 2019 for a 10-year forest grazing license on the following described lands in Flathead County. LOT 4 SOUTH OF HWY 93, NW4SW4NW4 & N2SW4SW4NW4 (PARCEL A COS 18528 LESS 5 ACRES): T30N R22W Section 5, containing 30.09 acres of grazing land. The minimum bid rate is $327.50 based on a grazing carrying capacity of 25 AUMS at a rate of $13.10 per AUM. By law all bids in order to be considered valid must include a deposit in the form of a certified check, cashiers check or money order in the amount equal to 100% of the amount bid for grazing, plus a non-refundable lease application fee of $25.00. In order to be considered, all bids must be accompanied with a completed application to lease state lands. The State Board of Land Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Bid forms may be obtained from the Department at the above address or in person at 1539 11th Avenue, Helena or by calling 406-444-4951 Ag & Grazing Management Bureau Montana DNRC July 12, 19, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Tuesday 'Resist Trump' rallies part of national MoveOn movement

Horns blared in apparent support. Other passing motorists offered thumbs-up gestures. Alternately, there were a handful of middle-finger rebukes.

Permits loom as North Fork river use increases

If the upward trend of visitors continues, federal land managers could implement a permit system to float the upper end of the North Fork of the Flathead River, Hungry Horse-Glacier View District Ranger Rob Davies reiterated during a meeting with locals July 10.

Shady incident is anything but black and white

A man dressed in all black was seen looking through car windows with a flashlight, according to a report taken by the Kalispell Police Department. The man supposedly took off when someone saw him. The person called police to report the incident and said there was a “shady white van” parked nearby and that their vehicle had been broken into.

Kalispell cardiac unit earns top recognition

Time is muscle.

West A District: Mission Valley rallies by Glacier

A nine-run seventh inning rallied the Mission Valley Mariners past the Glacier Twins for a wild 10-7 victory on Friday evening in winners bracket play at the West A District American Legion baseball tournament at Lee Gehring Field.

West roster has 16 players, 1 coach from Valley at Shrine game

Sixteen Flathead Valley players and one coach will be on the sidelines for the West team tonight at the 73rd annual Montana East-West Shrine all-star football game at Montana Tech in Butte.

Search scaled back for man missing in Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park has scaled back a large search effort for the man who went missing more than a week ago.

CSKT gets $2.8 million for Head Start

U.S. Senator Jon Tester announced Thursday that the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes will receive more than $2.8 million to fund their Head Start and Early Head Start Programs which will provide education, health, and nutrition services to low-income children.

Former teacher admits to sex abuse of minor

An East Glacier woman who taught elementary school on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation admitted Wednesday to sexually abusing two students.

Law officials ID Kalispell homicide victim

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man who was murdered in his Kalispell home Monday afternoon.

Charlo man dies in golf cart wreck

A Charlo man died in a two-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon.

Stillwater project an important milestone

State and federal wildlife officials, along with representatives from Weyerhaeuser and The Trust for Public Land gathered near Olney last week to celebrate a conservation milestone for our corner of the state. It was the culmination of a yearslong collaborative effort that has expanded the Stillwater State Forest by 13,398 acres.

Letters to the editor July 18

Legals July 18, 2019

No. 26331 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee's Sale on November 4, 2019, 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, State of Montana: A tract of land situated in the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 17, Township 28 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of the aforesaid Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter; thence North, a distance of 123.20 feet; thence West, a distance of 583.40 feet; thence North 61°20' West, a distance of 251.60 feet to the True Point of Beginning of the tract to be described; thence North 61°20' West, a distance of 240.70 feet; thence North 47°20' West, a distance of 45.00 feet; thence North 45°17' East, a distance of 304.80 feet; thence South 45°31' East, a distance of 124.50 feet; thence North 76°11' East, a distance of 121.60 feet; thence South 37°55' West, a distance of 142.51 feet; thence South 25°46' West, a distance of 210.77 feet, more or less, to the Point of Beginning. More commonly known as 1515 Woodland Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. J. Kenneth Ming, as Grantor, conveyed said real property to Citizens Title and Escrow, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Greenpoint Mortgage Funding, Inc., its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on November 22, 2006, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Flathead County, State of Montana, on November 29, 2006 as Instrument No. 200633313050, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the NRZ Pass-Through Trust II Assignment Dated: February 8, 2019 Assignment Recorded: February 8, 2019 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 201900002497 All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Flathead County, Montana Brian J. Porter is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, State of Montana, on June 7, 2019 as Instrument No. 201900011151, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to Grantor's failure to make monthly payments beginning January 1, 2019, 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. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable. The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $226,829.94, interest in the sum of $5,169.29, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $9,901.08 for a total amount owing of $241,900.31, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or 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 Grantor. 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, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, to 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 by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee's and attorney's fees. In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee's Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason. 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. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 20th day of June, 2019. Brian J. Porter, Substitute Trustee 376 East 400 South, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. 55560 July 4, 11, 18, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Saylor Grace Martinz, 16

Our daughter and the light of our lives passed away on July 16, 2019 at just 16 years old as a result of injuries sustained from an automobile accident.

Kalispell picks $1.48 million plan for busy intersection

The Kalispell City Council has chosen a $1.48 million “16th Street Offset” option for traffic improvement at the problematic intersection 18th Street and Airport Road.

Jacob Edmund Shawback, 91

Jacob Edmund Shawback, 91, passed away on July 11, 2019, at his home in Kalispell.

Lakers AA bounce back twice to sweep Lethbridge AA

The Kalispell Lakers AA were in a rally mode on Wednesday evening at Griffin Field, battling back twice from deficits to top the Lethbridge Elks 6-5 and 4-2 in American Legion baseball play.

American Legion Baseball Twins rally by Mavs 6-5 in West A District opener

LIBBY — Glacier’s Twins tallied two runs in the bottom of the seven inning to rally by the Missoula Mavericks 6-5 on the first day of the West A District American Legion baseball tournament at Lee Gehring Field.

29th annual Montana 200 Peltier eyes Victory Lane

Preston Peltier of Brighton, Colorado, was the runner-up at last year’s 28th annual Montana 200 at Montana Raceway Park.

Ruth Unternahrer Kauffman, 89

Ruth Unternahrer Kauffman, 89, died peacefully Friday, June 21, 2019, in the home of her eldest daughter in Lebanon, Oregon.

John Eugene Hansen, 62

John Eugene Hansen (AKA: John Boy; JB) passed away July 14, 2019, from complications of Nuclear Protein in Testis (NUT) Midline Carcinoma.

Mary Jean Schroeder, 76

Mary Jean Schroeder, 76, of Graham, Washington, passed away on July 11, 2019, at home surrounded by her loving family.

Esther Anna (Swallow) Coverdell, 103

Esther Anna (Swallow) Coverdell was born Jan. 5, 1916, at Dumont, Iowa, and went to her eternal rest July 2, 2019. She came to the Flathead Valley in 1931 from Corvallis, Montana, where she had attended school. She married the love of her life Forrest Coverdell Oct.18, 1934, at Echo Lake. They had two daughters Beverly and Shirley. She spent her last few years in Big Timber.

James Gary Sloan, 87

James “Gary” Sloan died on June 11, 2019, at his home in Whitefish with his wife Mary O’Neill Sloan at his side.

Airport moves forward with $100 million expansion

The Flathead Municipal Airport Authority last week approved a draft concept and budget for an expansion of Glacier Park International Airport, a project that will cost nearly $100 million.

No new clues in Glacier search effort

There are no new updates in the case of a Whitefish man reported missing in Glacier National Park last week.

Sheriff's Office continues investigation

Investigators are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the Monday afternoon death of a Kalispell man who appeared to die by homicidal violence at a Lenwood Lane residence.

Court ruling: Flathead Lake bridge to be demolished

A privately built span referred to in recent years as a “bridge to nowhere” on the north shore of Flathead Lake appears to be headed nowhere but down.

Fire damages Main Street building building

Firefighters responded to downtown Kalispell around 6 a.m. Wednesday to battle a blaze in a building at the southeast corner of Main and Center streets.

American Legion Baseball West A District Tournament in Libby

Glacier Twins, the defending champions, open West A District play on Thursday versus the Missoula Mavericks at 1 p.m.

Farmers raise award-winning Merinos

Throughout history, black sheep haven’t gotten a lot of love.

Linda Kathryn (Dombroski) Hamilton, 70

Blessed are those that have known love and given love. Linda Kathryn (Dombroski) Hamilton finished her journey through life filled with love on July 12, 2019.

Lawsuit targets city of Whitefish

A community planning consultant is suing the city of Whitefish over alleged open-meeting law violations in connection with the city’s newly adopted inclusionary zoning program for affordable housing.

Regna Marie House, 79

Regna died at her home in Nampa, Idaho, July 10, 2019.

Polka Dot Cow Creamery puts new spin on sweet treats

Becky Forbis happily chats away with her sister-in-law, Polka Dot Cow Creamery owner Marnie Forbis, as she fills a waffle cone with a perfect twist of pineapple and vanilla soft-serve. The mobile soft-serve shop opened its doors June 13 and it’s given Becky a whole new purpose in life.

Just another day on Paradise Loop

Six men were allegedly involved in a physical fight on Paradise Loop in Marion, according to a call received by Flathead County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities investigate death of Kalispell man

The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man in a reported homicide at a residence on Lenwood Lane.

Judge rules neo-Nazi should pay $14M to Whitefish woman

Federal Magistrate Judge Jeremiah Lynch issued a ruling Monday recommending that Andrew Anglin, publisher of a major neo-Nazi website, should pay more than $14 million in damages to Tanya Gersh of Whitefish, who received a relentless barrage of antisemitic threats and messages from Anglin and his followers.

Legals July 15, 2019

No. 26353 NOTICE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REQUEST FOR FLOODPLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT The Flathead County Floodplain Administrator has received the following Floodplain Development Permit application: FDP-19-08 A request by The Flathead Conservation District on behalf of Dale and Tina Barnes to proceed with the Flathead Conservation District's riparian buffer restoration project which includes fill for a cattle crossing, fencing and plantings within the 100-year floodplain of Cow Creek. The applicant proposes approximately 8 cubic yards of fill for a cattle crossing, fencing and plantings in the regulated floodplain of Cow Creek. The application indicates the fill will include approximately 6 cubic yards of 4 inch angular rock and approximately 2 cubic yards of 3/4 to 1 1/2 inch gravel. The project is located at 214 Armory Road and can legally be described as Tract 6BE in NE4SW4 in Section 32, Township 31 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana. The complete application may be viewed at our office. Written or oral comments concerning the above requests should be directed to the Floodplain Administrator at the Flathead County Planning & Zoning Office, South Campus Building, 40 11TH Street West, Suite 220, Kalispell, Montana 59901, (406) 751-8200. Comments should be received by 5:00 PM on Thursday, August 1, 2019. /s/ Mark Mussman Mark Mussman, CFM® Planning Director Flathead County Planning & Zoning July 15, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

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- Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.

Whitefish proposes to double water impact fees

Parking, wastewater plant master plan dominate work session

Kalispell City Council meeting canceled

The second July meeting for the Kalispell City Council has been canceled because there was a lack of agenda items for that particular date, according to City Manager Doug Russell.

Steinkraus leaves legacy of stewardship for Flathead watershed

Visits to grandparents in northern Minnesota nurtured in young Robin Steinkraus a love for clean, cold lakes and wild country.

Manhole pops sound like gunshots

Some family members called the Kalispell Police Department to report gunshots that they heard from either the east or west side of their house. Perhaps it was none of the above, because there is a loose manhole cover near the house that makes a “loud popping noise” when cars drive over it.

C-Falls budget to include money for new well

The Columbia Falls City Council meets tonight to discuss its preliminary 2020 budget and various city capital improvements, including a $1.3 million project on a new well.

Glacier falls to Lethbridge in championship game

WHITEFISH — Nothing came easily for the Glacier Twins on Sunday.

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Theodore James Stewart, son of Tyler and Samantha Stewart of Whitefish, was born May 20 at North Valley Hospital.

Swift action necessary for wasting disease

What seemed inevitable finally happened last month when samples taken from white-tailed deer in Northwest Montana came back positive for chronic wasting disease.

Letters to the editor July 14

Our Imagine IF Library is one of Kalispell’s most important cornerstones. It is our public library, a community hub where people of all ages, income, race, gender, and beliefs can gather and access free information. Our library gives our community a strong sense of place by offering all kinds of learning activities through a vast range of resources. Summer and winter reading programs, storytime, job search help, resume writing, interview skills, K-12 school resources, filling out government paperwork for health insurance or taxes are all supported at Imagine If.

Kalispell mathematician tested parts for Apollo 11 flight

Fifty years ago, as the Apollo 11 lunar module prepared for its return journey from the moon, Frank Tumblety turned his ear to the radio.

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- Annual Hockaday Arts in the Park, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Depot Park, Kalispell. Live music begins at 11 a.m. daily. Concessions, beer and wine garden. Admission $4 daily or $5 weekend pass; children 6 and under, free.

Robert T. Borcherdt, 82

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Navy veteran and longtime Montana resident, Robert T. Borcherdt.

Tasting room opens in downtown Kalispell

Julie Davison opened Kalispell’s newest winery with a little help from her friends.

Dorothy Gene Sherman McGlenn, 93

On Friday, July 5, 2019, Dorothy Gene Sherman McGlenn peacefully passed from this world at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Dorothy was loved for her generosity, kindness and good humor. She was a wonderful woman, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, friend, and confidant to so many.

Jackson, even in June, is worth visiting

Grapple was collecting on the hood of our pickup as we rolled into Wisdom, Montana, on our way to Jackson Hot Springs for a long weekend.

Nancy Lynn Healy, 56

Nancy Lynn Healy, beloved mother, sister, and dear friend, lost her lifelong battle with depression at the age of 56 on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, in Kalispell.

Compromise for the common good

Representative Justin Amash, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, may be the most principled man in American politics. Unfortunately, he is most likely going to wind up in the ash bin of principled politicians, most of whom sacrifice their career and their influence for the small pleasure of being able to sleep well at night. Amash recently left the Republican Party to become an Independent.

Donna Rollins, 91

Donna Fae Mefford Rollins was born Feb. 1, 1928, in Missoula, the daughter of Ted and Alberta Colvin Mefford. Her family lived in Ronan and Anaconda before moving to Flathead Lake in the late 1930s.

Demand sanity from the Forest Service

Don’t be fooled by the AP article on smoke from Western wildfires, which attributes more smoke in our region to “climate change” (whatever that is). In reality, the cause is the poor management practices of the Forest Service relative to our forests who fail to realize that first and foremost, there must be a commitment to put the fires out immediately. There is no such thing as “managing” a forest fire.

Montana will keep fighting to lower prescription drug costs

We must keep working to lower prescription drugs prices in Montana. After conducting a nearly two-year investigation into drug costs, including taking several major players to court in order to access information, my team and I brought forward a bill that we projected would save Montanans about $8 million on medications in the first year alone.

Karl Everet Erickson, 78

Karl Everet Erickson, 78, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2019, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center after a year and a half battle with MDS, a bone marrow cancer.

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This month’s Women Who Wine – Flathead (WWWF) program will benefit the Montana Institute of the Arts (MIA), a nonprofit organization that prepares students for the film industry and promotes Montana-made projects. Actress Kate Bosworth, an MIA instructor, will attend the event and speak about the work of MIA. Bosworth is known for her roles in “The Horse Whisperer,” “Remember the Titans” and “Blue Crush.”

Whitefish Christian Academy eyes on-site expansion

Whitefish Christian Academy plans to add an 11,000-square-foot addition to its existing school and is asking for approval of a conditional-use permit to proceed with the project.

Graphic historian chronicles Apollo 11 lunar landing on its 50th anniversary

Fifty years ago, America sat back in awe as astronaut Neil Armstrong took man’s first steps on the moon.

New Bigfork restaurant quickly gains customer base

Two o’clock on a Wednesday afternoon might seem like a slow time for a restaurant, but not for Hillside Pub and Grub. The new restaurant opened the end of May in Bigfork and has been bustling ever since.

State Park Road closure begins July 15

The city of Whitefish will close State Park Road from Lion Mountain Loop Road to Haugen Heights Road on Monday, July 15, to facilitate road reconstruction.

Shooters take aim at biodegradable clay targets

Locked gates on U.S. Forest Service or private timber roads sometimes become gathering spots for activities often associated with litter.

Legals July 13, 2019

No. 26328 Peg L. Allison Clerk of District Court Flathead County Justice Center 920 South Main Street Kalispell, MT 59901 (406) 758-5906 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF MONTANA, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF FLATHEAD IN THE MATTER OF: B.B.B. YOUTH IN NEED OF CARE. Cause No. DN-19-029(B) CORRECTED SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION To: Unknown, birth father of the above-named child: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Petition has been filed in the above-entitled Court by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Child and Family Services Division, 121 Financial Drive, Suite C, Kalispell, MT 59901, requesting emergency protective services, adjudication of child as a youth in need of care, and temporary legal custody, a determination that preservation/reunification efforts need not be provided, termination of parental rights and permanent legal custody of the above-named child. NOW, THEREFORE, YOU ARE HEREBY DIRECTED to appear on Friday, July 12, 2019, at 9:00 a.m. before the Honorable Robert B. Allison, District Judge, Department 2, Flathead County Justice Center, 920 South Main Street, Third Floor, Kalispell, Flathead County, Montana, then and there to show cause, if any you may have, why the Petition should not be granted. B.B.B. was born on April 5, 2019 in Kalispell, Flathead County, Montana. The birth mother is Amy Birch. You have the right to representation by an attorney in these proceedings. If you are unable to afford an attorney, the Court will appoint an attorney to represent you. Your failure to appear at the hearing constitutes a denial of your interest in the above-named child, which denial may result, without further notice of this proceeding or any subsequent proceedings, in the Court entering judgment by default against you for all relief requested in the Petition. A copy of the Petition is filed with the Clerk of District Court for the Eleventh Judicial District Court in and for Flathead County, 920 South Main, Third Floor, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, telephone (406) 758-5870. WITNESS my hand and Seal of this Court this 25th day of June, 2019. PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ Cassandra M. Loveless Deputy Clerk June 29, July 6, 13, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

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- Vivian Akey of Whitefish recently completed her Doctor of Pharmacy degree, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of Montana. She earned several awards, including Outstanding Student in Advanced Pharmacy Practice, Experience for Community Pharmacy Award and the Skaggs School of Pharmacy Faculty Award. Akey is a 2000 Whitefish High School graduate and is employed at Walgreens in Whitefish.

Flathead High construction nearly complete

Flathead High School’s expansion project is about 95 percent complete, according to Stan DeBlauw, site superintendent with Swank Enterprises.

Vo-ag center expansion project progressing

The second phase of construction at the H.E. Robinson Vocational Agriculture Center is taking shape.

Glacier Park approves night work on Sun Road

Glacier National Park officials have approved night work on the Going-to-the-Sun Road to hasten the time it will take to finish work there.

Ferret found, but no owner in sight

Someone told the Kalispell Police Department he found a ferret wearing a collar outside Kalispell Center Mall and waited with it until law enforcement arrived.

Glacier Park program puts winged mammals in spotlight

Five-year-old Izzy Herreid-Terrill was there and so was 12-year-old Alex Osborne.

Three-sport all star

By KATIE BROWN

Sapa-Johnsrud Tournament Late rally lifts Lakers AA over Twins A, 6-3

WHITEFISH — A pair of two-run innings in the late going allowed the Kalispell Lakers AA to rally for a 6-3 victory over the Glacier Twins A on Saturday at the 35th annual Sapa-Johnsrud Memorial Tournament at Memorial Field.

Nurses vote in favor of unionization

The majority of registered nurses and other affected employees from Kalispell Regional Medical Center, Brendan House and The HealthCenter voted in favor of unionization following a two-day union election — an upshot decided by a wide margin of those who cast their ballots.

Search continues in Glacier for missing hiker

The search continues in Glacier National Park for a 66-year-old Whitefish man who was last seen Monday afternoon on the Highline Trail at Rimrocks headed west.

Legals July 12, 2019

No. 26301 BATAVIA SELF STORAGE NOTICE OF AUCTION BY PUBLICATION On Saturday, July 13th 2019, at 11:00AM Batavia Self Storage, pursuant to MCA 70-6-420, will auction to the highest bidder by silent written bid the contents of abandoned storage units owing delinquent storage rent for the following unit numbers: 025, 028, 058, 099, 221, 241, 265, 300, 301, 345, 352, 425 . The units contain household goods, furniture, tools, electronic equipment, sporting goods. Buyer's bid will be for the entirety of the contents of each unit. Only cash, cashier's checks and money orders accepted for payment NO CHECKS OR CREDIT CARDS. Batavia Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid or to cancel or postpone the auction for all or part of the units scheduled for sale and also to bid on the units on behalf of Batavia Self-Storage. July 3, 12, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

Winning Kalispell bike-rack designs unveiled

The Kalispell Downtown Association on Monday announced the winners of its bike-rack design competition. The creative, locally inspired bike racks will be the first project for the Kalispell Art on the Streets program.

Linderman school upgrade about half done

A $5.8 million renovation of Linderman Education Center on Third Avenue East in Kalispell is about 45 percent completed.

Kalispell eyes $32.6M in wastewater facility upgrades

An updated wastewater facility plan for the city of Kalispell that anticipates roughly $32.6 million in improvements over the next five years was the focus of the Kalispell City Council’s July 8 work session.

Northwest Montana towns get block grants

Lake County and the cities of Libby and Plains will get a slice of funding from nearly $6.5 million in federal funding through the Montana Department of Commerce’s Community Development Block Grant program for local infrastructure, housing and job creation.

Ax-wielding kids flee scene on bikes

Two young kids were seen “bashing out” vehicle windows with an ax on Council Bluffs Drive in Columbia Falls, according to Flathead County Sheriff’s Office logs. When confronted by someone, the kids reportedly claimed it was their house, shouted some expletives and left on bicycles.

Kalispell attorney charged with child endangerment

A Kalispell attorney has been charged with one felony count of criminal child endangerment after police allege he drove drunk and crashed a vehicle with his son inside.

Area players in Helena for Shodair Soccer Classic

Players from Polson, Flathead, Glacier and Columbia Falls are members of the girls and boys West team today for the 20th annual Shodair Soccer Classic at Carroll College’s Nelson Stadium.

Legion Baseball Twins A 2-0 at Sapa-Johnsrud

WHITEFISH — Jack Schwaiger and Coby Clark-Dickinson both tripled and drove in two runs as the Glacier Twins A used a five-run third inning to pull away for a 9-1 victory on Friday at the 35th annual Sapa-Johnsrud Memorial Tournament at Memorial Field.

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RONAN ­— Dave Edington remembers well how Ronan High School got its start with organized wrestling.

NURSES VOTE IN FAVOR OF UNIONIZATION

The majority of registered nurses and other affected employees from Kalispell Regional Medical Center, Brendan House and The HealthCenter voted in favor of unionization following a two-day union election — an upshot decided by a wide margin of those who cast their ballots.

Whitefish woman testifies in neo-Nazi internet troll lawsuit

MISSOULA (AP) — A Whitefish real estate agent said Thursday she still feels the emotional and financial effects nearly three years after the publisher of a neo-Nazi website told his followers to unleash a “troll storm” on her family.

Fire damages Lower Valley home

Fire heavily damaged a Lower Valley home Thursday morning, but firefighters kept the blaze mostly inside the residence.

Montana State employee detained after lockdown

BOZEMAN (AP) — A Montana State University employee who was about to be fired from his job said he was suicidal and threatened to kill others, prompting a campus-wide lockdown Thursday until police found him and placed him in custody.

Variety of accidents keep first responders busy

Glacier National Park’s latest news release advised, in a phrase approaching understatement, that park rangers and emergency response personnel “are responding to a significant number of incidents this week.”

Legals July 11, 2019

No. 26331 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee's Sale on November 4, 2019, 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, State of Montana: A tract of land situated in the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 17, Township 28 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of the aforesaid Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter; thence North, a distance of 123.20 feet; thence West, a distance of 583.40 feet; thence North 61°20' West, a distance of 251.60 feet to the True Point of Beginning of the tract to be described; thence North 61°20' West, a distance of 240.70 feet; thence North 47°20' West, a distance of 45.00 feet; thence North 45°17' East, a distance of 304.80 feet; thence South 45°31' East, a distance of 124.50 feet; thence North 76°11' East, a distance of 121.60 feet; thence South 37°55' West, a distance of 142.51 feet; thence South 25°46' West, a distance of 210.77 feet, more or less, to the Point of Beginning. More commonly known as 1515 Woodland Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. J. Kenneth Ming, as Grantor, conveyed said real property to Citizens Title and Escrow, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Greenpoint Mortgage Funding, Inc., its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on November 22, 2006, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Flathead County, State of Montana, on November 29, 2006 as Instrument No. 200633313050, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the NRZ Pass-Through Trust II Assignment Dated: February 8, 2019 Assignment Recorded: February 8, 2019 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 201900002497 All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Flathead County, Montana Brian J. Porter is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Flathead County, State of Montana, on June 7, 2019 as Instrument No. 201900011151, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to Grantor's failure to make monthly payments beginning January 1, 2019, 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. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable. The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $226,829.94, interest in the sum of $5,169.29, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $9,901.08 for a total amount owing of $241,900.31, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or 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 Grantor. 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, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, to 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 by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee's and attorney's fees. In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee's Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason. 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. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 20th day of June, 2019. Brian J. Porter, Substitute Trustee 376 East 400 South, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. 55560 July 4, 11, 18, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Letters to the editor July 11

Nurses have a unique role in health care in that we are a frontline in care. A significant part of our training and vocation is advocating for patient care and safety.

Two-day nurses union election underway

A union election involving 650 registered nurses, charge nurses and other employees at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, the Brendan House and the HealthCenter got underway at 5:30 a.m. Thursday morning and will continue through Friday evening.

RVers trade the comforts of home for life on the road

Valery and Danny Howard have spent the last three years in a home on wheels.

Montana ceramic artist and painter featured at Whitefish Pottery

Whitefish Pottery and Stillwater Gallery present an exhibition of work from ceramic artist Courtney Murphy and painter Linda Katsuda for Whitefish’s First Thursday’s Gallery Nights July 11.

Dead skunks reek of suspicion

A caller on Rhodes Draw in Kalispell thought it was suspicious how seven skunks ended up dead in the same spot on the roadway, according to a report given to the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office.

Good Neighbor forest project a win-win

The first Good Neighbor Authority timber harvest to take place on the Flathead National Forest was finalized this week. Work on the Liger timber sale will take place southeast of Hungry Horse and Martin City, and is expected to produce about 1.6 million board feet of timber.

History of the Bill of Rights and Second Amendment

While I enjoyed Warren IIIi’s “Flathead Outdoors” and the sentiment expressed about our nation’s independence and birthday celebrated on July 4, his praise of Thomas Jefferson is misplaced.

John Allen Wilson, 66

John Allen Wilson, 66, has passed away May 28, 2019, at home.

Jack Ernest Staub, 70

Jack Ernest Staub passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 8, 2019.

Whither the whitefish

Lake Superior whitefish are back!

Ruth Marie Soderstrom, 82

Ruth Marie Soderstrom passed away peacefully on June 23, 2019, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

American Legion Baseball Lakers, Twins win Sapa-Johnsrud tourney openers

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Legion Baseball Sapa-Johnsrud, Harp tourneys on schedule this week

The final regular season tournament action for the Glacier Twins A and Kalispell Lakers AA and A American Legion baseball teams before district and state action later this month takes place this week with the 35th annual Sapa-Johnsrud Memorial Tournament in Whitefish and the 18th annual John R. Harp Tournament in Kalispell.

Whitefish man reported missing in Glacier Park

Rescue crews scoured Glacier National Park by ground and air Wednesday in an effort to locate a missing Whitefish resident.

Coram man sentenced for meth distribution

A Flathead County resident who escaped prosecution for a murder he was accused of in 2018 in Martin City was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for drug dealing.

Family man describes rocky afternoon

A man and his family were sitting in the living room on Saturday afternoon when he saw four to six young men walk by who allegedly threw rocks at the door. He told Kalispell Police Department he recognized one of the individuals.

Sandra Deann Rhodes, 79

Sandra Deann Rhodes, 79, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019, at her group home in Missoula.

Marjorie D. (Cameron) Worth Coryell, 92

Marjorie D. (Cameron) Worth Coryell, of Kalispell, passed away on July 6, 2019, at the age of 92.

Alice (Dennee) Barten, 59 Katie McKenna Dennee Barten, 31

Alice (Dennee) Barten, 59, and her daughter, Katie McKenna Dennee Barten, 31, passed away suddenly in Kalispell on July 4, 2019. Loved ones have been remembering their special bond in life and now in eternity.

Esther A. Coverdell, 103

Esther A. Coverdell, 103, of Big Timber, formerly of Kalispell, died July 2, 2019, in Big Timber.

Thomas James Driscoll, 69

Tom Driscoll passed away July 4, 2019, in Tucson, Arizona, from complications of Agent Orange Parkinson’s disease, surrounded by his family.

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- Red Cross blood drives: 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Leaders Save Lives at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell; noon to 5:30 p.m. Church at Creston.

Krakauer: Court ruling on privacy hurts right to know

HELENA — Author Jon Krakauer said he feels “a moral obligation” to fight a recent court ruling against him as he tries to obtain records detailing how the expulsion of a University of Montana quarterback over a rape allegation was overturned.

State, county officials preparing for 2020 census

The 2020 census count may be 265 days away, but Montana and Flathead County officials already have launched multiple efforts to ensure every citizen is part of the tally.

Meeting set July 19 to discuss Chronic Wasting Disease

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ first public meeting in Libby about chronic wasting disease is scheduled for Friday, July 19.

USS Montana crew wowed by Big Sky support

Montana may be a landlocked state, but the USS Montana submarine is bringing the Big Sky to the sea.

Legals July 10, 2019

No. 26330 CALL FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, will receive bids on leasing TWO (2) All-Wheel Drive Articulated Graders. Specifications may be obtained from the Flathead County Road Department, 1249 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, (406) 758-5790. Delivery/shipping will be F.O.B. to the Flathead County Shop, 1249 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, within ninety (90) days of the signing of the lease contract. Each bidder must deposit with the bid packet a bid security in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total lease payments for five (5) years on two (2) graders to secure an express covenant that, if the bidder is awarded the contract, the bidder will, within ten (10) days, enter into a formal contract for the leasing of said units. 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. The specifications and bid form to be signed may be obtained online at https://flathead.mt.gov/commissioner or by calling (406) 758-5537. The bidder shall include with the bid a contract to be executed by the parties. Flathead County reserves the right to negotiate the terms of said proposed contract (excluding prices contained therein) and to consider the terms of said proposed contract, including warranty provisions, in determining the award of bid. All sealed bids, plainly marked "All-Wheel Drive Articulated Graders", must be in the hands of the Clerk to the Board of Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, on or before 8:45 o'clock a.m. on July 22, 2019. Bids will be opened and read at 9:15 a.m. that same morning in the Commissioners' Chambers, Third Floor, Old Courthouse, 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 Flathead County Board of Commissioners. Dated this 1st day of July, 2019. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Philip B. Mitchell Philip B. Mitchell, Chairman July 3, 10, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

FWP supports conservation easement near Libby

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is recommending the Fish and Wildlife Commission approve the purchase of a conservation easement on the Kootenai Forestlands Conservation Project in Lincoln County.

Whitefish man jailed after Kalispell shooting

A Kalispell man is in the Flathead County Jail after police alleged he shot another man during a dispute last week.

Glacier Park vehicle crash injures three

A motor vehicle crash on the Going-to-the-Sun Road halted traffic for nearly three hours Monday evening, Glacier National Park officials said in a press release issued Tuesday morning.

Legals July 9, 2019

No. 26315 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at 1:00 PM, a Public Hearing will be held in Room (207) of the Sanders Building, at 111 North Sanders in Helena, for the purpose of receiving comments on the draft Department of Public Health and Human Services "2020 LIEAP State Plan". Draft copies of the proposed application will be available at the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Intergovernmental Human Services Bureau, 1400 Carter Drive, P.O. Box 202956, Helena, MT 59620-2956 on Monday, July 1, 2019. Written comments must be received by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, July 10, 2019. July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Bail reduced for Kalispell murder suspect

A Kalispell man accused of murdering his boyfriend in August 2018 had his bail significantly reduced during a Monday morning hearing in Flathead County District Court.

Drive-thru is convenient drug drop-off

A man supposedly went through a Ninth Street drive-thru and gave an employee “edible drugs.” The employee wasn’t certain what kind of drug it was, but it reportedly came in the form of gummy bears and they wanted Columbia Falls Police Department to pick it up.

Officials tackle e-cigarette 'epidemic' in schools

Youths and cigarettes are a time-tested relationship that has adjusted over the years to trends in the tobacco industry, from unfiltered and filtered cigarettes to the vapes and electronic cigarettes that dominate the market today.

Timber sale part of new initiative

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation announced last week it has awarded the winning bid for the Liger Good Neighbor Authority timber sale to a Kalispell-based logging company.

Glacier Twins A top Bitterroot Bucs A twice

The Glacier Twins matched hits for runs in the opening game of a Class A American Legion baseball doubleheader at Memorial Field Tuesday evening, winning 11-1 over the Bitterroot Bucs.

Kalispell residents identified in fatal July 4 crash

The identities of two people who died in a head-on vehicle crash July 4 on Montana 35 have been released by the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office.

Legals July 8, 2019

No. 26315 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at 1:00 PM, a Public Hearing will be held in Room (207) of the Sanders Building, at 111 North Sanders in Helena, for the purpose of receiving comments on the draft Department of Public Health and Human Services "2020 LIEAP State Plan". Draft copies of the proposed application will be available at the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Intergovernmental Human Services Bureau, 1400 Carter Drive, P.O. Box 202956, Helena, MT 59620-2956 on Monday, July 1, 2019. Written comments must be received by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, July 10, 2019. July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Captain guides helm of Montana's only sailing school

There’s nothing quite like a sailor’s life. The phrase alone begets visions of adventure, of pristine white boats cruising the open sea, exploring new shorelines wherever the wind may blow — and let’s not forget the rum.

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- Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m. at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.

Letters to the editor July 8

Shortly after the hospital moved from its Fourth Avenue East location to Buffalo Hill area, nurses wished to be unionized. There was a great effort to suppress their wishes.

Apartments proposed on Woodland Drive

The Kalispell Planning Board will hold a public hearing Tuesday to consider a proposed apartment complex on Woodland Drive.

A chance to support the rights of elderly

We are making progress, but we are still trying to figure it out decades later.

Man found in 'birthday suit' after revelry

Flathead County Sheriff’s Department received a call from someone on Montana 206 in Columbia Falls who requested a welfare check for a naked man passed out in a vehicle in a parking lot. The man, who was supposedly visibly intoxicated claimed he went to a river to celebrate “national nudist day.”

Legals July 7, 2019

No. 26310 INVITATION TO BID CORAM-WEST GLACIER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT NEW FACILITY The Coram-West Glacier Volunteer Fire Department is hereby giving notice to receive sealed General Contractor bids for the construction of their new facility at 10110 Highway 2 East, Coram, Montana. All sealed bids must be plainly marked "CORAM-WEST GLACIER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT NEW FACILITY" and be hand delivered to the Board of Trustees of the Coram-West Glacier Volunteer Fire Department no later than 3:00 PM on July 17, 2019, and not before 2:00 PM local time, same date. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 3:00 PM on same date by the Board of Trustees. Place of receipt and bid opening is: West Glacier Fire Department 100 Rea Lane (follow signs to Urgent Care Clinic) West Glacier, MT 59936 Plans and specifications are on file and can be viewed at the Montana Plans Exchange https://www.montanabid.com/ . There will be no pre-bid site meeting. Bids will be received on a lump sum price basis as described in the Contract Documents. Bid security in the amount of 10 percent of the total Bid must accompany each Bid. Work at the site is to commence within 10 calendar days after the written Notice to Proceed is issued. Completion of the work is required within 180 consecutive calendar days following commencement of work. The project may include liquidated damages as set forth in the Supplementary Conditions per calendar day if the work is not completed within the allotted contract time. Each bidder will be required to be registered with the State of Montana, Department of Labor and Industry prior to bidding this project. The project is subject to Montana State prevailing wage rate requirements. The Coram-West Glacier Volunteer Fire Department reserves the right to reject all bids, to waive informalities, and to reject nonconforming, irregular, non-responsive or conditional bids. Contact: Dia Sullivan, Architect PO Box 233 Whitefish, MT 59937 406-250-1016 June 23, 30, July 7, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Nurses' union? Yes, and why

This is in support of voting yes to nurses who are trying to locally organize a union in part in response to corporate decisions from Kalispell Regional Healthcare. I am a working medical health-care professional in Montana since 1983 and a past union bargaining representative.

Union will test faith and moral convictions

As a registered nurse currently employed with The HealthCenter at Kalispell Regional Healthcare, I am writing to explain my opposition to SEIU unionization of nurses employed at KRH.

Forest Service encouraging reckless behavior

Flathead Forest Supervisor Chip Weber ignores the advice of his own staff and grizzly bear experts, suggesting we consider all recreational activities to have an equal basis of risk when deciding whether to promote them. His staff and other bear experts note in their Board of Review recommendations against trail running and mountain biking that negative encounters between bears and bikers are “disproportionately high” compared to those with hikers.

Mom's diaries chronicle minutia of life

I was in Minnesota for a week the end of May to spend time with family and make daily visits to my mother at the memory-care facility where she resides. One of the ongoing tasks has been to sort through the boxes of Mom’s stuff that have accumulated at my brother Rodney’s house, the result of Mom’s downsizing over the past few years from her apartment, to assisted living, and a year ago to one-half of a nursing-home room.

Union process explained as KRH heads into vote

As 650 nurses with Kalispell Regional Medical Center, HealthCenter and Brendan House prepare to cast their votes during a two-day union election this week, both hospital and union officials are campaigning for the majority vote and working to explain the unionization process.

Arlene E. Keller (Bailey), 86

Arlene was born to Oran and Emma McCartney March 14, 1933 in Browning on the Montana Sheep Company Ranch. She passed away and into the loving arms of Jesus on July 3, 2019 at the Health Center in Kalispell.

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Flathead Area Young Professionals will meet for their monthly Espresso Yourself series from 8 to 9 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, at the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell. The focus is plans for Kalispell.

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- Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead summer show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Trade Center, Flathead County Fairgrounds. Free admission.

Bigfork, Evergreen get school resource officers

A cooperative effort has resulted in two new student resource officers in Flathead Valley schools.

Dealers fill booths of antiques market

What’s new in antiques?

Leila May Renfrow Samuelson, 94

Leila May Renfrow Samuelson left this world on Saturday, June 29, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde Merlin Renfrow and Ruby Robison Renfrow, older brothers Dean and Leo, her twin brother Lyle, and on Oct. 9, 2012, by husband James N. Samuelson.

Library must choose new path forward

Flathead County commissioners last month made it clear that they have no intention of owning any library facilities as county property. In a unanimous vote, the commission decided to remove future funding for library facilities from the county’s capital improvement plan — a decision that may impact the county library system’s goals of opening a new library in Bigfork and eventually moving the Kalispell library to a new location.

'Lassie' dodged trouble to make it home safely

A border collie avoided disaster after it was seen running in and out of traffic on U.S. 93 as cars swerved to avoid it. The canine was eventually found by its owner and made it home safely.

J.W. Hammock, 88

J.W. Hammock, 88, of Kalispell, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Kalispell prospector's book offers insight on techniques

The word “nugget” grabs attention.

Thomas 'Tom' Bernard Heatherington, 68

Thomas “Tom” Bernard Heatherington, 68, died peacefully with family at his side at The HealthCenter in Kalispell on June 15, 2019, after being diagnosed with metastatic cancer on May 23.

Letters to the editor July 7

As a retired individual, I found the comments made at this past week’s Democrat candidate debates to be most interesting. Montana history tells us that in the early 1900s, political candidates often stood outside of the community voting area and handed out money in an attempt to influence the voters before they cast their ballots.

Gary O. Overman, 61

Gary O. Overman, 61, of Seeley Lake, passed away on May 23, 2019, while surrounded by loved ones, in Kalispell.

County board to consider major lakeshore variance

A public hearing to consider a request for a major variance to Flathead County lake and lakeshore protection regulations headlines a packed agenda for the Flathead County Planning Board’s meeting Wednesday, July 10.

Kalispell Flotilla of U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary seeks volunteers for boat patrols

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary boat motored slowly through Flathead Lake’s cold chop near Melita Island. The lake’s waters were still frigid enough in late June to quickly incapacitate anyone who wound up in the water.

Alternative to nurses' union

After almost 26 years of nursing here in the valley, much research, and many discussions with coworkers, union reps, management and attorneys, I feel compelled to voice my opinion regarding the upcoming nurse’s union vote. Simply stated, I do not feel a union is the right solution.

C. Diane Thomas, 79

Camilla Diane Thomas passed away July 1, 2019, in Whitefish, with her husband Anthony by her side.

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Whitefish Community Library invites the public to the lawn east of the library at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 11, to see Montana Wild Wings Recovery at the organization’s annual visit.

Cut Bank's Conway named All-Around Cowboy at Bigfork rodeo

BIGFORK — The best was saved for last, at least in three events of the second annual Bigfork Summer Pro Rodeo.

Twins fall to Senators

HELENA — Forrest Kobelt hit a two-run double in the bottom of the fourth inning, but the Glacier Twins couldn’t overcome the four runs they spotted the Helena Senators in the first three innings on Sunday. They fell 5-2 to the host team at the Keith Sell Tournament.

Lakers split with Bucks

Perseverance paid off on Sunday for the Kalispell Lakers AA.

Police investigate shooting in Kalispell

One man was in critical condition after a shooting in South Kalispell on Friday evening.

Legals July 6, 2019

No. 26337 PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of County Commissioners of Flathead County did this 2nd day of July, 2019 approve payroll and claims for payment in the amount of $6,767,059.03 for the period beginning June 1, 2019 and ending on June 30, 2019. The full and complete claim list is available for public view in the Finance Office, Flathead County Courthouse, 800 S Main, Room 214, Kalispell, Montana or online at https://flathead.mt.gov/finance/downloads.php. Individual requests for personal copies will be accepted by the Finance Office. Dated this 2nd day of July, 2019. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Philip B. Mitchell Philip B. Mitchell, Chairman By: /s/ Debbie Pierson Debbie Pierson, Clerk & Recorder July 6, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Shriners to open pediatric clinic in Kalispell

Shriners Hospital for Children in Spokane is launching a pediatric orthopedic outreach clinic in collaboration with Montana Children’s at Kalispell Regional Healthcare in an effort to mitigate patient travel between Kalispell and Spokane.

WWII veterans revisit historic aircraft during Wings of Freedom Tour

Bonnie Savage wheels 96-year-old Evelyn Richardson beneath the massive wing of a B-24 bomber late Friday morning.

Construction progressing on new design

Construction on the $15.8 million Somers Middle School project is in full swing.

Chip-sealing planned on roads near West Glacier

Travelers in the West Glacier area will have to endure delays beginning next week with the Montana Department of Transportation planning on chip-sealing roads.

West Valley School earns AdvancED accreditation

West Valley School District has earned accreditation from AdvancED following an extensive evaluation process.

After accident, Kalispell man charged with his sixth DUI

A Kalispell man with several DUI convictions dating back nearly a quarter century recently was arrested after he caused a traffic accident on West Reserve Drive.

New leaders after 2nd night of Bigfork Summer Pro Rodeo

BIGFORK — The show must go on, even when it’s raining.

Legion Baseball Bucks rally in 9th to edge Lakers, 4-3

Kelher Murfitt singled in the game-winning run in the top of the ninth inning as the Bozeman Bucks defeated the Kalispell Lakers 4-3 in American Legion AA baseball play Saturday evening at Griffin Field.

Schulz 4th of July champ

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Thousands without power after utility pole crash

A power outage left about 3,300 Flathead Electric Cooperative members without electricity late Friday afternoon in the Whitefish and Columbia Falls areas.

Two dead, one injured in Fourth of July crash

Two people died in a head-on vehicle crash late Thursday on Montana 35.

“Sue” happily reunited with his owner

A male Pomeranian and Yorky mix named Sue was reported missing to the Columbia Falls Police Department. It had super long hair and a large red and black halter. Eventually, the animal was returned to its grateful owner.

Study reveals Montana media usage

MISSOULA – Montanans are increasing their news consumption and trust local news over national news sources, according to a new study by the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at the University of Montana.

June was deadly month on Montana highways

The month of June was the deadliest on Montana roadways in a decade.

Summer meal program expands to C-Falls, Canyon

North Valley Food Bank and Farm Hands-Nourish the Flathead have teamed up with the Whitefish School District this summer to bring free lunch to children in Columbia Falls, Hungry Horse, Martin City, and Coram.

Plan revised for saving Kootenai River white sturgeon

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Federal officials are revising a 1999 plan as part of a strategy to recover endangered white sturgeon in the Kootenai River in northern Idaho and western Montana.

Boys and Girls Club gets $1M grant to expand programs

The Boys and Girls Club of Glacier Country recently received a more than $1 million federal grant to start programs for junior high and high school students in Columbia Falls.

More white-tailed deer suspected of CWD in Libby

Samples from three additional white-tailed deer in the Libby area are suspected to be positive for chronic wasting disease.

Legals July 5, 2019

No. 26315 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at 1:00 PM, a Public Hearing will be held in Room (207) of the Sanders Building, at 111 North Sanders in Helena, for the purpose of receiving comments on the draft Department of Public Health and Human Services "2020 LIEAP State Plan". Draft copies of the proposed application will be available at the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Intergovernmental Human Services Bureau, 1400 Carter Drive, P.O. Box 202956, Helena, MT 59620-2956 on Monday, July 1, 2019. Written comments must be received by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, July 10, 2019. July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Glacier Twins top Eastside 14-5 at Sell Tournament

HELENA — Leadoff hitter Jack Schwaiger, 1 for 3, drove in five runs and Austyn Andrachick, 2 for 4, had two RBIs for the Glacier Twins A in a 14-5 American Legion baseball victory over Eastside on Friday at the Keith Sell Tournament.

Golf Tournament Schulz takes 4-shot lead into last round of 4th of July

WHITEFISH — Coral Schulz, who had the best round of the day on Thursday with a 3-under 69 on the North Course, followed with a 2-over 74 on the South Course on Friday to push her lead to four shots after 36 holes at the 83rd annual Earl Hunt Memorial 4th of July Tournament at Whitefish Lake Golf Club.

Nasty night for bull riders

By Katie Brown

Legals July 4, 2019

No. 26292 Montana Eleventh Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of William T. Kupka: William T. Kupka, Petitioner Cause No. DV-19-408B 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 William T. Kupka to SuziQ Tracy. The hearing will be on June 26, 2019 at 8:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: May 10, 2019 PEG L. ALLISON Clerk of District Court By: /s/ SARAH ARRIGONI Deputy Clerk of Court June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

Items down the pants set off store alarms

A store customer called police to report seeing a man stick multiple items down his pants, which allegedly set off alarms when he tried to leave. The caller told the Kalispell Police Department the man was still in the store, but then left and got into a vehicle with a female driver. The caller said a second man with ratty hair also came out of the store and got into the vehicle and believed they cut the tags off of several items and stashed them to steal later.

Montana Children's worth celebrating

Montana Children’s Medical Center officially opened on Monday as the staff welcomed its first patients with a parade of cheers and smiles. The jovial scene marked a milestone for the $60 million facility that has been in the making for more than three years.

Weekly events July 4-10

THURSDAY, JULY 4

Glacier Symphony gives 'American Salute'

The Glacier Symphony’s annual “Symphony Night at the Farm” concert is Friday and Saturday, July 5 and 6.

Amy Basham, 49

Amy Basham passed away at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center one year ago today, on July 4, 2018. She was surrounded by her three children.

Letters to the editor July 4

Flathead Forest Supervisor Chip Weber has provided a thoughtful response to the controversial foot races that are being proposed for Big Mountain and the Foys-to-Blacktail trail (June 30). I’m not particularly opposed to either proposal, since the former would occur on a heavily used recreation site, and the latter would occur in low quality habitat that presumably is only rarely visited by grizzly bears. However, where does one draw the line in light of our burgeoning population and changing recreational tastes? For example, Supervisor Weber undoubtedly is aware that runners and bikers have also been casting hungry eyes on wilderness lands, including heavy political lobbying by organized mountain bike groups.

Bigfork Playhouse opens 'The Wedding Singer'

Bigfork Summer Playhouse continues its 60th summer season with the opening of “The Wedding Singer.”

Hometown troubadour Mike Murray puts his own riff on Under the Big Sky

Singer/songwriter Mike Murray has honed a lasting — and luminous — musical career right here in the Flathead Valley.

Herman B. Evans, 95

Only a few weeks after being featured in the November issue of the U.S. Navy Fleet Reserve Association, (FRA), magazine, Chief Petty Officer Herman B. Evans, surrounded by his family, passed away peacefully at a local hospital in Oxnard, California, on Dec. 11, 2018, at the milestone age of 95.

Go find your fun this Fourth of July weekend

Parades, pyrotechnics, art festivals, theater, rodeo, even vintage aircraft —the Flathead Valley is jumping this Fourth of July weekend. Whatever floats your boat, consider yourself personally invited to a host of entertaining happenings.

Kelly Lenore Tiensvold, 56

Kelly Lenore Tiensvold was born in Kalispell on March 16, 1963, to Arthur and Sharon Anderson.

Schulz leads ladies field at 4th of July golf tourney

WHITEFISH ­— Thunderstorms interrupted part of the first day of the 83rd Annual Earl Hunt 4th of July Tournament at Whitefish Lake Golf Club on Friday but golfers managed to finish all 18 holes, albeit a bit later than they may have expected.

C-Falls woman helped build WWII bombers

A historic formation of World War II aircraft is on track to touch down at Glacier Park International Airport today, and within the field of fighters and bombers is the iconic B-17.

Forest Service issues permit for marathon event

The Flathead National Forest granted a special-use permit Tuesday for the Whitefish Trail Ultra-Marathon scheduled for October.

Where to watch fireworks tonight

Star-spangled displays of fireworks will commence at dusk today to celebrate Independence Day. Here’s a run-down of the public shows:

Author Krakauer denied records on rape case against player

HELENA — Author Jon Krakauer’s five-year quest to find out how and why Montana’s top higher education official intervened to prevent a star college quarterback’s expulsion over a rape accusation stalled Wednesday when the state Supreme Court denied him access to those records.

Montana lieutenant governor joins governor's race

BUTTE (AP) — Montana Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney entered the race for governor on Wednesday, joining a field of candidates seeking to extend Democrats’ control of the office that was last won by a Republican when Cooney sought the post 20 years ago.

Legals July 3, 2019

No. 26301 BATAVIA SELF STORAGE NOTICE OF AUCTION BY PUBLICATION On Saturday, July 13th 2019, at 11:00AM Batavia Self Storage, pursuant to MCA 70-6-420, will auction to the highest bidder by silent written bid the contents of abandoned storage units owing delinquent storage rent for the following unit numbers: 025, 028, 058, 099, 221, 241, 265, 300, 301, 345, 352, 425 . The units contain household goods, furniture, tools, electronic equipment, sporting goods. Buyer's bid will be for the entirety of the contents of each unit. Only cash, cashier's checks and money orders accepted for payment NO CHECKS OR CREDIT CARDS. Batavia Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid or to cancel or postpone the auction for all or part of the units scheduled for sale and also to bid on the units on behalf of Batavia Self-Storage. July 3, 12, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

Grateful Nation Montana hosts 5k to help children of fallen servicemembers

Forty-three Montana service members have lost their lives fighting in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Kalispell council OKs $78M preliminary budget

The Kalispell City Council on Monday approved a $78 million preliminary budget for the coming fiscal year, which is about $12 million under last year’s budget.

Hit-and-run driver also made rude gesture

A woman called Kalispell Police Department and said a man backed into her vehicle, got out, looked at the car, flipped her off and drove away. Police said they would attempt to get any video footage.

Doris Jean (Burch) Hall, 96

Doris Jean (Burch) Hall was born March 11, 1922, in Joplin, Montana, to Roy and Edna Marie (Holmquist) Burch.

Family of hit-and-run victim wants jail time for perpetrator

A Kalispell family is seeking justice after a beloved patriarch died in a hit-and-run crash last fall.

Voters to decide $4 million bond request

The Somers Rural Fire District is asking for voter approval of a $4 million bond issue to build a new fire hall, with ballots to be sent out to registered voters in the district on July 12 for a July 30 mail-ballot election.

Legals July 2, 2019

No. 26315 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at 1:00 PM, a Public Hearing will be held in Room (207) of the Sanders Building, at 111 North Sanders in Helena, for the purpose of receiving comments on the draft Department of Public Health and Human Services "2020 LIEAP State Plan". Draft copies of the proposed application will be available at the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Intergovernmental Human Services Bureau, 1400 Carter Drive, P.O. Box 202956, Helena, MT 59620-2956 on Monday, July 1, 2019. Written comments must be received by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, July 10, 2019. July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Where Flathead Valley revelers can and can't use pyrotechnics

Authorities are sounding the alarm when it comes to fireworks use in the Flathead Valley.

Bullock order creates climate council

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock issued an executive order Monday morning establishing the Montana Climate Solutions Council — a group that will be tasked with providing options for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and proactive methods for handling climate-change impacts statewide, the Governor’s Office said.

Celebrate July 4 at one of many Flathead events

The Fourth of July is all about fireworks, festive parades and farmers markets. So unfurl your American flag and go find a spot to celebrate America’s birthday with your family and friends.

Public piano builds community in Bigfork

Three children discovered the piano one afternoon. The lot of them squeezed onto a solitary bench, pounding out songs of their own creation. The eclectic melody bounced down Electric Avenue accented with their laughter. Nearby shopkeepers propped their doors open to listen and tourists paused their meandering to take in an idyllic slice of small-town life.

City of Whitefish to hold downtown parking forums

The city of Whitefish is developing a Parking Action Plan to address current and future parking challenges in the downtown and adjacent residential neighborhoods, and will host two public forums July 16 to get input.

Restaurant reports alleged drug dealer

The manager of a restaurant told Kalispell Police that someone in a black Audi coupe sold drugs to members of the wait staff. The manager said one of her servers was “high” while working. The manager thought the seller had sold methamphetamine and heroin. The manager said he didn’t want anything done to the server, but hoped the dealer could be arrested.

Legals July 1, 2019

No. 26327 AUDIT PUBLICATION STATEMENT An audit of the Bigfork Fire District has been conducted by Denning, Downey & Associates, CPA's, P.C. The audit covered the fiscal year ended June 30, 2017 and June 30, 2018. Section 2-7-521, MCA, requires the publication of the following summary of significant findings. Summary of Significant Findings The audit report for the Bigfork Fire District for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2017 and June 30, 2018, were unmodified. The audit report also contained several other auditor's reports. Following is a list of the reports and a summary of the findings included in each. This is only a summary and is not intended to be used as an audit report. 1. Report on Compliance and on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting Based on an Audit of Financial Statements Performed in Accordance with Government Auditing Standards. This report contained findings in the following matters: None Reported 2. Report on Other Compliance, Financial and Internal Accounting Control Matters. None Reported. 3. Report on Audit Report Recommendations. This report summarized the findings from the prior audit report, and noted the action taken on them. a. 457(b) Pension Plan-Implemented b. Outstanding Warrents-Implemented Public Inspection of Audit report The complete audit report is on file in its entirety and open to public inspection at Town Hall Very Truly Yours, Bigfork Fire District Cindy Norred-Clerk July 1, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Life historian preserves people's personal stories

At Life Histories by Helen, every project is as unique as the business itself.

Letters to the editor July 1

I am writing this letter in solidarity with the nurses and hospital employees who have joined together to form a union.

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- Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m. at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.

Ice cream truck jingle spooks couple

Kalispell Police Department received a report from a man requesting extra patrol after purportedly hearing “super creepy” sounds like music coming from an ice cream truck driving around the neighborhood.” He claimed his girlfriend also heard it and he thought it was strange that an ice cream truck would be driving around at 12:30-1 a.m.

Total exoneration

On the morning of April 18 I was sitting in front of the television, watching MSNBC. Attorney General William Barr was scheduled to make a statement and possibly answer questions at a press conference, during which he would announce the release of the so-called Mueller report.

Whitefish plans ahead for next economic downturn

Because the current growth spurt in Whitefish won’t last forever, the Whitefish City Council is planning for the next economic downturn with a Financial Sustainability Plan that addresses how the city can handle the next recession.

Kalispell proposes $78M budget for 2020

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public hearing tonight to consider a $78 million preliminary budget for fiscal year 2020.