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Historic guardians: Efforts work to preserve the story of Bigfork
As Denny Kellogg and Ed Gillenwater tell the story, though, Bigfork’s history actually began a little earlier: a m…
Birding a therapeutic hobby during strange times
When the COVID-19 pandemic forced many people into quarantine back in March, I noticed some of my neighbors and peers on social media taking on brand new hobbi…
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• Flag Day convoy and celebration of President Trump’s birthday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gateway West Mall parking lot (west side). Judging starts 11 a.m. Music, food, vendors, stagecoach rides and more.
Organic enterprise thrives in Mission Valley
Fresh, locally grown food has long been popular throughout Mission Valley. Farmers markets flourish all summer with vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers, baked g…
Gone but not forgotten: Cemetery association maintains historic graveyard
One hundred twenty-one years of Bigfork history is laid to rest in Lone Pine Cemetery.
Bibler Gardens offers a splendid seasonal oasis
A menagerie of yellow, pink and orange tulips flank the brick path at the entrance to the Bibler Home and Gardens, beckoning visitors into the floral Eden full…
Spreading joy through song
Kirsten Wells approached the open window with a smile.
Art a lifetime pursuit for Plains octogenarian
Longtime artist Kenton Pies’ love for creating art and nurturing a love for art in others hasn’t diminished with the passage of time.
Impromptu event drives away boredom of staying at home
Editor’s note: The photographs accompanying this story are from the April 17 Kalispell cruise. The Inter Lake’s Montana Life section went to press before the A…
Precision Rifle Series competitions put distance shooters to the test
A slight breeze cut through the crisp morning air at the Butte Gun Club as the shooters toted their rifles to the firing line. One by one, the competitors took…
Memories still vivid 40 years after Mount St. Helens eruption
No one knew in the early morning hours of May 18, 1980, what catastrophe the day would bring.
Area residents recall eerie aftermath of volcanic eruption
Annie McLaughlin of Whitefish was six months pregnant and headed to work at the Roundup (now the Town Pump) in Whitefish when she saw the ash cloud moving in f…
Two local teens taking the world of model jet competitions by storm
The engines roar as the jets cut through the air just off Whitefish Stage Road north of Kalispell. The two young pilots show exceptional skills as they maneuve…
Irish dance group keeps things moving in the Flathead Valley
One Kalispell group is looking to keep the tradition of Irish dancing alive in the Flathead Valley, one jump, step and ceili at a time.
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• Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
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- Daughters of the American Revolution, Chief Ignace Chapter, meet for a no-host lunch and business meeting, noon to 3 p.m. Scotty’s Restaurant conference room. Program follows. Call Cate, 755-6781.