Steamboat Landing subdivision back before county board
The board in March tabled the Steamboat Landing project asking the developer to investigate traffic mitigation options for the development planned for 63.79 acres adjacent to Somers Middle School.
Bigfork hotel, Whitefish school before county board of adjustment
The board has seven items scheduled for consideration during the meeting. The board meets at 6 p.m. in the South Campus Building at 40 11th St. W. in Kalispell.
Whitefish Council looks at apartment project
A proposal to create a 21-unit multi-family development project on Iowa Avenue goes before Whitefish City Council on Monday.
Teen’s wish granted with refurbished pickup following cancer treatment
When Tanner Lair was in the hospital going through chemotherapy thoughts about refurbishing his 1996 Ford F-250 got him through the treatments.
Flathead County approves sale of property to Lakeside sewer district
Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday approved the sale of 36.9 acres to the Lakeside County Water and Sewer District.
Whitefish looks to update affordable townhouse project agreement
Whitefish City Council on Monday will consider updating the city’s agreement to allow for a greater range of purchase prices on homes in the Depot Park townhomes project.
Quilter uses colors to bring out the art in traditional patterns
Walking around Barb Taylor’s home her enthusiasm for art in many different mediums becomes apparent.
County planning board returns to industrial subdivision south of Kalispell
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday will again consider a request for a residential and commercial/industrial subdivision south of Kalispell.
Good Luck Gallery showcases contemporary art in historic Kalispell space
Good Luck Gallery in downtown Kalispell sits at a bit of a juxtaposition.
County board considers Evergreen RV park, event venue near Whitefish
A new RV park in Evergreen and a property wanting to host large events southwest of Whitefish have both applied for approval with Flathead County.
Whitefish looks at Karrow Ave. construction contract
Whitefish City Council on Monday is set to approve a $2.39 million construction contract for the reconstruction of a section of Karrow Avenue.
Flathead County plans to sell property to Lakeside sewer district
Flathead County is looking to sell its 36.9 acres in Lower Valley originally purchased for a regional septage treatment facility to the Lakeside County Water and Sewer District.
Flathead County passes septage treatment facility to Lakeside district
Flathead County is handing over the construction and future operation of a regional septage treatment facility to the Lakeside County Water and Sewer District.
Whitefish considers recreation and trail agreements
Whitefish City Council on Monday is being asked to approve three separate agreements pertaining to recreation in and outside of the city.
Flathead County planning board signals intent to recommend Somers subdivision
For want of more affordable housing the Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday tabled the proposed Steamboat Landing subdivision, asking the developer to return with traffic mitigation measures so that it could support the project.
Brodehl has Democrat challenger for Flathead commission seat
Flathead County commissioner Republican Randy Brodehl will face challenger Democrat Jim Lockwood in this fall’s election.
Steamboat Landing subdivision calls for more than 250 units in Somers
A proposed subdivision adjacent to Somers Middle School could result in the development of 252 residential units.
Candidates file for election in county races
The list of candidates running for office in Flathead County remains short.
Meetings discuss roundabout planned for Woodland, Conrad Drive intersection
The purpose of the project is to enhance safety at the busy intersection and reduce the number and severity of crashes, according to the Montana Department of Transportation. Along with the roundabout, improved pedestrian crossings are planned.
Experienced fire manager looks to lead rural Whitefish fire area
D.C. Haas traded in climbing into black bear dens for fighting fires when he moved to Montana several decades ago.
Flathead County purchases property for potential jail
Flathead County will purchase a large piece of property south of Kalispell as a potential location for a future jail.
Whitefish aims to join state property improvement loan program
Whitefish is looking to implement a program that would assist businesses and other organizations make improvements to their property through loans.
Whitefish Mountain Resort looks to create new subdivision
The company that owns Whitefish Mountain Resort is seeking to develop a small residential subdivision on Big Mountain.
Voters to decide fate of resort tax for Big Mountain
Voters who live on Big Mountain will get to decide whether the area should be allowed to collect a resort tax.
Whitefish considers affordable apartment project
Whitefish City Council on Monday will consider approving a plan that looks to create 18 affordable apartments as part of the second phase of a complex on Edgewood Place.
Big Mountain neighborhoods look to create resort tax
A group of Big Mountain residents would like a resort tax implemented for the area as a way to pay for infrastructure needs.
Whitefish nonprofit denied full participation in housing lawsuit
The Montana Supreme Court has denied a Whitefish nonprofit’s request to intervene as a defendant in a lawsuit filed by a coalition of homeowners against the state.
Executive director would like to see United Way expand its services
A single mom who raised seven children while working as a nursing assistant, Jodie Cross knows what it's like to live on a tight budget. She also knows what it’s like to need a little help.
Kalispell boutique blends unique selections for all ages
Melanie Wyckoff loves to spend time in toy stores. Even when her children are ready to leave, she wants to stay.
Flathead County increases collection of school property tax mills
Flathead County property owners will soon see increased tax bills in their mailboxes.
Whitefish nonprofit enters ongoing lawsuit over housing bills
A Whitefish nonprofit organization that advocates for affordable housing has joined a lawsuit over four new housing laws being challenged in district court.
Whitefish Council examines changes to housing project
Whitefish City Council on Tuesday will discuss a request to change the parameters of a planned affordable housing development located on a city-donated lot.
Barnes & Noble to open Kalispell location in January
A Barnes & Noble bookstore is poised to open a location in North Kalispell later this month.
County planning board looks at 105-lot subdivision
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday will consider a request to create a 105-lot residential subdivision in West Valley.
Kalispell flower shop designs modern garden arrangements
Samantha Nolan is well versed in her knowledge about plants having grown up working at her family’s nursery, but she’s begun working with flowers in a new way by opening a floral shop in downtown Kalispell.
Brodehl to serve as chair of county commission
Flathead County Commissioner Randy Brodehl has been voted chair of the three member commission.
Whitefish plans fee for properties that join city
Whitefish City Council on Tuesday will consider establishing a surcharge for properties to annex into the city.
Councilor joins lawsuit over Kalispell election redo
A Kalispell city councilor will be allowed to participate in a case that seeks to nullify the November municipal election and hold it again.
Raising the par: Golf simulator bar swings toward being hang-out spot
Golf enthusiasts, along with those who have never picked up a club, have a new place in Kalispell to take a few shots on virtual greens.
Grappling with crowded jail, Flathead County eyes new facility
The Flathead County Detention Center for more than a decade has seen its capacity “repeatedly pushed to the brink and beyond,” according to a needs assessment of the jail.
New food bank director impressed by generosity of community
Sitting in his office at the back of the Flathead Food Bank, Chris Sidmore excuses himself to take a phone call about an egg delivery.
Whitefish Council considers support for rental assistance program
Whitefish City Council on Monday is expected to approve spending $200,000 to help fund a rental assistance program being launched by a housing nonprofit.
County seeks new election for Kalispell Council races
The Flathead County election administrator through a court petition is seeking a redo for the Kalispell municipal election.
County Election Administrator says Kalispell city election should be redone
The Flathead County election administrator supports holding the Kalispell municipal election again after a county administrative error impacted ballots on Nov. 7.
Federal funds catalyst for improvements at Evergreen Water and Sewer District
The Evergreen Water and Sewer District is in the midst of a more than $11 million infrastructure upgrade that aims to replace outdated systems while preparing the district for the future.
Whitefish moves to business registration program
Following a change in state law, Whitefish City Council on Monday will vote on changing its business licensing provision into a business registration program.
State Supreme Court rules for Whitefish in hotel denial
The Montana Supreme Court has ruled Whitefish City Council was within its right to deny a proposed hotel along U.S. 93.
Gift festival offers fair trade merchandise
The International Gift Festival at Mountain View Mennonite Church runs Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Zone change for large parcel just outside Kalispell goes to county planning board
The Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday will consider a zone change for 80 acres on Old Reserve Drive outside of Kalispell.
Clerical mistake causes Kalispell municipal ballot error
The Flathead County Election Department on Tuesday said a clerical error caused an undetermined number of ballots in the Kalispell municipal election to be distributed to the wrong voters.