Glacier Park plows to Road Camp — a little more than 3 miles from Logan Pass
Glacier National Park plows are making significant progress on the west side of the Divide. Crews are now working around Road Camp, which is a little more than 3 miles from Logan Pass.
Softball goes .500 on a long road tour
The Columbia Falls softball team went .500 on a road swing last week. The Wildkats picked up a key conference victory against Polson last Tuesday, 10-6, but lost to Ronan, 3-2 Thursday. They then beat Havre 11-6 at the Lewistown tourney, but fell to Laurel 9-4 Saturday.
Wildcats edged by Whitefish, tourney plans taking shape
The Columbia Falls baseball team fell just short against the rival Whitefish Bulldogs at home Thursday, 7-5.
Oberholtzer doing well in No. 1 singles
Columbia Falls hosted Polson and Libby for Tennis on April 11, the girls fell 3-4 to both teams and boys won 4-3 versus Libby and lost 1-6 to Polson. Some matches were shortened to pro-sets due to time restraints.
Run to benefit junior high programs next month
Run Wild 2024 is an enjoyable 5K and 1-mile fun run benefiting Columbia Falls Junior High School and local nonprofit organizations.
Vonda Lee Seliger, 83
Vonda Lee Seliger, born on Sept. 7, 1940, in Stanley, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, at the age of 83. Vonda was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.
Perry Thomas Scott, 80
Perry Thomas Scott went home to rest with Jesus on April 5, 2024.
Karin Carmichael Dyer, 60
Karin Carmichael Dyer died March 29, 2024 in Kalispell.
Commission takes up public input plan
The Columbia Falls Planning Commission took its first look at a public participation plan last week. The plan is part of the city coming into compliance with the Montana Land Use Planning Act, which was passed by the state Legislature last year.
Forest eyes big snowmobile use swap
Would also close more than 80 miles of trails to mechanize use in N. Fork
The Forest Service is proposing to close some areas to snowmobile and other over-the-snow vehicle use in the Spotted Bear Ranger District while opening more terrain in the Glacier View and Hungry Horse Ranger Districts.
If school roof levy fails, the alternatives are not pleasant
School District 6 will make a public push to inform voters about an upcoming building reserve levy request to fix the roof on the classroom wing of the Columbia Falls High School. The alternatives to not fixing the roof soon could still cost the district thousands, without ever addressing the roof.
Another round of CFAC meetings planned for next week
The Columbia Falls Aluminum Company, in partnership with the Montana Department of Environmental Quality and Environmental Protection Agency, will offer two public engagement and information sessions on April 24 and 25.
Opinion: A North Fork report
I went up the North Fork on Sunday so in the tradition of a good old-fashioned Larry Wilson column, I feel obligated to give a report.
Plenty of CFAC questions
News that CFAC/Glencore and Columbia Falls-based developer Mick Ruis have agreed to enter into a buy/sell for some 2,400 acres of CFAC land was big and important news this week.
The end of Democracy?
“Welcome to the end of democracy. We are here to overthrow it completely,” said conservative activist Jack Posobiec at the February 2024 meeting of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC). To which Steve Bannon, former Trump advisor said, “Amen.”
Yesterdays: Canyon Elementary facing closure
School District 6 superintendent Michael Nicosia warned that if the elementary levy failed, the district would close Canyon Elementary School. The district was facing a $300,000 deficit and had already cut seven teachers and a host of custodians the year before.
Flathead River Alliance now recruiting volunteers
Flathead Rivers Alliance announces 2024 River Ambassador volunteer program trainings ahead of float season to enhance river safety, stewardship and citizen science, on the Three Forks of the Flathead River.
The Blotter: Wreck on 206
A 15-year-old girl was extricated from a vehicle that wrecked and landed on its side on Highway 206. The report said she was found conscious and listed hitting her head as the only injury.
Glacier National Park hosting junior ranger events
Families and children of all ages are invited to participate in Glacier National Park’s Junior Ranger Days during National Park Week.
New Spotted Bear District Ranger has a full plate
When Adam LaDell started as the new Spotted Bear District Ranger last fall, he said he spent most of his time doing paperwork and getting things organized. He didn’t get out on the trails and rivers the district is renowned for.
