Conservative proposes solutions

The promise of Obamacare was too simple. It was supposed to provide more affordable access to quality health care to more people at a lower cost. Unfortunately instead of increased coverage, we have 5 million Americans who have already seen their coverage canceled, and new reports surface everyday showing that number could grow by up to 100 million additional policies canceled by next fall.

Montanans deserve fair and competitive districts

As former members of the Districting and Apportionment Commission, we know what’s at stake drawing legislative districts and now a new congressional district. We commend Commission Chair Maylinn Smith for her commitment to an open, public, and transparent process.

Columbia Falls named Montana’s ‘most courageous city’

Columbia Falls has been named Montana’s “Most Courageous City” in 2020 by insurance website Insurify.

Timber Tour to highlight local lumber industry

On Thursday, Oct. 19, the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce will lead tours to local lumber mills as part of Montana Forest Products Week.

Learn about Kumamoto during lunch lectures

 Flathead Valley Community College’s international student club, Global Friends, will host two free community brown bag lunch presentations by Kim Morisaki on Kumamoto, Japan (Montana’s sister state) at noon Wednesday and Thursday in the Blake Hall board room.

Dale Kusumoto, 84

Dale Kusumoto, 84, served his family, community, church and nation throughout his lifetime.

North Valley Music School offers fall programs

North Valley Music School starts its 2021/2022 program year with a fall schedule of diverse, inclusive music programs.

Barbara Joyce Lengstorf, 81

Barbara Joyce Lengstorf, 81, passed away March 7, 2020. She felt so much love, was surrounded by her family and passed away peacefully at home in Ridgefield, Washington.

Linda Pugh, 68

Linda Pugh, 68, of Whitefish, passed away peacefully in her home on April 20, 2020.

Seniors craft blankets for shelter

Prestige Assisted Living residents made and donated 24 blankets to the Flathead County Animal Shelter as a way to connect with community members outside of their senior community.

Myrna Jean (Ripke) Hocking

Myrna Jean (Ripke) Hocking passed away July 21, 2022, at her home in Bigfork.

Roadkill revival

State using composting to dispose of dead deer

Legion baseball: Lakers AA blast Mission Valley 10-0

After a scoreless ballgame through four and-a-half innings, the Kalispell Lakers AA put it all together.

Legals December 1, 2019

No. 26616 INVITATION TO BID CROW DAM SPILLWAY MODIFICATION PROJECT AREA 3 SOLICITATION/SPECIFICATIONS CSKT/SOD 19-01 The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes desire to enter in to a Construction Agreement with a general construction contractor to demolish, remove and rebuild the upper sections of the existing Crow Dam reinforced concrete spillway. The Crow Dam Spillway Modification Project - Area 3 is located at Crow Dam approximately six miles southwest of the town of Ronan on the Flathead Indian Reservation, MT. The existing emergency spillway for Crow Dam will be replaced with a new spillway constructed in two separate construction phases. The overall replacement project includes the demolition of the existing spillway structure and appurtenances and the construction of a piano key weir spillway crest, chute, and flip bucket along the same general alignment as the existing spillway. Construction of the spillway will require demolition of the existing spillway, excavation to accommodate the wider spillway channel and construction of a new, reinforced concrete lined spillway. The first phase of construction (Area 2) was completed in July 2019 and consisted of replacement of the existing chute and stilling basin and replacing it with a new chute, flip bucket, and armored apron. The second phase (Area 3) consists of the replacement of the existing side-channel inlet structure and tunnel with a piano key weir spillway crest structure, spillway channel crossing beneath Crow Dam Road, and a pre-stressed concrete bridge placed over the spillway channel along Crow Dam Road. This Contract only includes demolition and reconstruction of the upper portion of the spillway heretofore referred to as Area 3. Area 2 has been constructed and is not part of this Contract. Plans, specifications, and bidding documents for this project may be obtained from: Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes, Safety of Dams Program, Attn: Greg Wilson, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855, phone 406-676-2600, email: gregory.wilson@cskt.org. Plans, specifications and bidding documents may also be viewed and downloaded at the following web site: http://csktnrd.org/water-management/sod. The successful bidder will be required to enter into an agreement with the Tribes to conduct this project. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the Natural Resources Department Office Foust Conference Room located at 301 Main Street, Polson, MT at 9:00 A.M. (local time) on November 21, 2019. Contractor sealed-bids must be submitted on the supplied bid forms and received at the address listed in the solicitation for bid opening no later than 2:00 P.M. (local time), December 5, 2019. This is an Indian Preference Bid project with Indian Preference provisions. The selection of the successful contractor and award of this project will be per the provisions of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Indian Preference Ordinance 101A. Tribal Contractors who wish to receive Indian Preference must obtain certification by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Indian Preference Office as a legitimate Indian-owned business prior to the submission of bids. Proof of Indian Preference Certification must be included with your bid in the form of a copy of the Certificate issued by the Indian Preference Office. Be advised that evidence of your membership or affiliation with a Tribe does not constitute Indian Preference Certification. Contractors must be certified by the Indian Preference Office in order to claim Indian preference. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to obtain and provide proof of Indian Preference certification from the Indian Preference Office. November 10, 17, 24, December 1, 2019 MNAXLP _________________________

Special Friends helps people overcome disabilities

United Way

Before becoming involved with Special Friends, Kimberly Davis spent most of her time alone in her apartment, but now she has blossomed into an extrovert with many friends.

Program provides hundreds of volunteers

When Mary Mister retired from her working life, her volunteer activities kicked into high gear. She delivers Meals on Wheels, helps at the ImagineIF Library, works on special events at the Conrad Mansion Museum and serves as a teacher in the 1895 Classroom at the Museum at Central School.

Judy Marlene Siblerud, 60

Judy Marlene Siblerud finished her journey on earth at her home Sept. 6, 2010, in the loving presence of her daughter, Deva, her siblings and her wonderful hospice nurse, Laurie. Judy loved living and valued every breath she was given. She tenaciously and courageously fought cancer for 15 years. Sept. 23, 1949, Judy was born, the fourth child of Ellsworth and Kathryn Siblerud. She joined her siblings on the family farm in the Egan area and embarked on her first adventure at age two, riding her trike a mile to Zobach s to check on the crying lambs. Judy graduated from Egan School, Flathead High School, Eastern Montana College and earned her master s degree in school administration from the University of Montana. She received many honors academically, musically and socially throughout her formal education for her excellence. Judy taught school in Missoula and Lewistown before being elected as Fergus County Superintendent of Schools for eight years. She especially enjoyed being involved with the Hutterite schools in the area. She moved to New Mexico where she completed massage school and various alternative health courses. Her travels took her to Hamilton, where she worked with friends at Garden Seed Company for several seasons. That circle of friendship maintained its closeness and loyalty even in the last days of Judy s life. Nov. 2, 1989, Deva Elise Maeser Siblerud was born in Hamilton. Deva was Judy s passion and joy, evidenced in their close relationship. They lived in Canada for two years before settling in their home a mile from Judy s childhood home. Deva welcomed Judy s presence in her everyday life, and so did Deva s friends, especially Tasha. Judy s adventures took her to Hawaii, Jamaica, Amsterdam, Germany and most recently Brazil, searching for a cure for her disease. Her appreciation for God s creation initiated adventures through the wildernesses of Montana and Idaho via horseback and covered wagon. She loved to hike in Glacier Park and other spots with her cousins Marcia and Bob and many friends. Mount Aneas was one of her favorite places to go. Judy was baptized and confirmed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church and has attended Christian Science church and Shining Mountains over the years. Judy will be missed by her daughter, Deva; siblings, Lonnie (Ginni) Siblerud, LuAnn (Bob) Borgen, Jan (John) Bustad and Joyce (Alan) Schmautz; Aunt Jo and Uncle Don; nieces and nephews, Juleen, Tammi, Jason, Jaime, Janae, Katie, Cody, Will, Seth, and Kadyn; family members, Walkin and Harmony Maeser; close friends, Sally and Steven; and many relatives and friends. Services will be held Thanksgiving weekend, time and place to be determined. An account to benefit Deva has been established at Valley Bank. To sign Judy s guest book, please go to www.buffalohillfh.com. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Funding goal set at $850,000

United Way

United Way is kicking off its annual fundraising campaign with the theme “Great Things Happen When We Live United”

Libby sweeps Lincoln County meet

LIBBY — The Libby Loggers claimed first place in both the boys and the girls competition Tuesday at the Lincoln County Meet.

Montana Lottery winners in Whitefish, Kalispell

HELENA – The Montana Lottery has awarded $118,781 in cash prizes since Aug. 31.