Slick roads lead to wrecks
Columbia Falls firefighters and Three Rivers EMS responded to two accidents within minutes of each other Wednesday morning.
The Blotter: Man was kicking and hitting a woman
A real estate agent called about feral cats that the previous owner used to feed. Wondered what could be done about them. A man was urinating in front of people on Nucleus Avenue. Bad wreck on Highway 2 at LaSalle, man pinned under truck.
Hair stylist travels for her Christian faith
She has a black belt in karate. She drives a Harley Davidson motorcycle and she’s traveled the world following her faith.
As wildfire threats loom, funds available for Gateway homeowners
If you own a lot and it’s thick with trees but you don’t have the means or money to thin them and you’re worried about wildfire damaging your home and property, there’s a new program that can help and it’s completely free.
Dixie Lee Nelson, 69
Dixie Lee Nelson, 69, of Columbia Falls, passed away peacefully on Nov. 11, 2024, in the comfort of her own home. Born Feb. 19, 1955, in Fort Morgan, CO, to Norma Gale McAfee (later Tasha Norma Berentz) and the late Alvin Eugene Griffitts, Dixie lived a life defined by spirituality, creativity, and perseverance.
Scott King, 73
It is with deep loss and great sadness that we announce the passing of husband, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, Scott King, on Nov. 4, 2024 after a brief but determined fight with an inoperable brain tumor. Scott was born to Barbara and Donald King Sr. in Havre on Dec. 20, 1950 joining brother Don Jr.
Death notices for Nov. 20, 2024
Richie Lee died Nov. 12, 2024 in Kalispell. A family gathering to honor Richie is being planned. Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is caring for his family.
MaryBeth (McCormick-Schilling) Arnold, 74
MaryBeth (McCormick-Schilling) Arnold, 74, passed away Nov. 14th in Kalispell with her family and friends by her side.
State berth breaks three-year drought for spikers
Columbia Falls broke a three-year drought by making it to the Class A State Volleyball Tournament, and while they dropped their first two games in Bozeman on Thursday, Nov. 14, and Friday, Nov. 15, they’ve set up a foundation for the future.
Most classes return to high school, but work still needs to be done on classroom wing
Most classes have resumed in Columbia Falls High School, though some science classes are still being held at Glacier Gateway Elementary School.
Speech and debate wins A-B-C sweeps in Missoula
The Columbia Falls speech and debate team took first in the A-B-C sweeps at the Garden City AA Invitational tourney last weekend in Missoula.
Commission approves wolf trapping season, with caveats
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Commission last week approved the wolf trapping regulations for this upcoming season.
Yesterdays: Steam engine used to heat AAC plant
Aiding construction at the Anaconda Aluminum Co. Plant was a 17-ton Great Northern Railway oil-fired steam engine. Heat from the engine was used to allow workers to complete the office building and other interiors at the plant.
Annual Brunch with Santa needs support
Members of the Columbia Falls Rotary Club are pounding away in Santa’s workshop to come up with gifts and toys for the silent auction at the club’s annual “Brunch with Santa” fundraiser Dec. 7.
Hunting success up over last year
Montana’s general hunting season is down to the final week and half, and activity has picked up in northwest Montana.
Community events you may have missed
Kick off the holiday season by attending the “The Nutcracker” ballet.
Legals for November, 20 2024
Glacier National Park to hold meetings on traffic and crowd management in the park
Glacier National Park will hold a series of meetings to talk about traffic and crowd management in the park and possible solutions.
Slaybaugh retires from coaching Glacier Twins
Kevin Slaybaugh, head coach of the Glacier Twins American Legion baseball team, has announced his retirement from coaching. While stepping down from his on-field leadership, Slaybaugh will remain active with the organization, continuing his role as president.
Spikers take fourth in divisional tourney
The Columbia Falls volleyball team took fourth at the Western A divisional tourney last week, punching a berth to the state tourney.
