Wednesday, October 31
Commish candidates talk issues as election draws near
The Democrat is a plumber running for political office for the first time. The Republican is a veteran that wants to keep the county’s semi-rural feel.
Board talks pros and cons of sixth grade hoops
Students in the sixth grade at Columbia Falls Junior High can join a host of clubs and activities when they start school there. But one thing they can’t do is play basketball for the school, because it doesn’t offer to it sixth graders.
Winter shouldn't be as bad as last year, forecasters say
This winter shouldn’t be as snowy as last winter, the National Weather Service is predicting. Last winter saw a snowpack that was about 140 percent of average, noted meteorologist Bob Nester, with numerous snowstorms.
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Kats headed to divisionals after third-place finish
The Wildkats volleyball team punched it’s ticket to the Class A Western Divisional Tournament this weekend as Columbia Falls went 2-1 to finish third at the Northwest A District Tournament.
C-Falls soccer players earn post-season honors
Several Columbia Falls soccer players received post-season honors this week as the Class A All-State and All-Conference teams were announced.
Fishing the Missouri was more scenery than fish
“I was gonna go fishin’, but the weather report said ‘Rain’, so I decided to stay home and get things done instead.”
At least I'm comfortable
The wind was ripping and the rain was coming down in sheets. It was, in a word, a perfect day.
About communism
Another classic column from G. George Ostrom. This one is from February 23, 1968...
Thoughts on the grizzlies
For nearly a month, folks were entertained by grizzly bear grazing in Donaldson’s Meadow, about a mile south of Polebridge and just north of Hay Creek. The bear would spend hours in the meadow and pretty much ignored all of the vehicles stopping on the road to watch it. Mostly, the bear kept its head down to the ground and only occasionally raised its head to look around. This encouraged people to leave their vehicles and gather along the side of the road to get a better view and to take pictures.
Libertarian Guymon says his pro-life stance comes from his own childhood
Like his opponents, Shawn Guymon is no stranger to the House District 3 state legislature race. Guymon has run for the seat as a Libertarian two times before, without success.
Gilley and Perry wed
Danielle Gilley and Tanner Perry of Columbia Falls were married Aug. 25 at the Field of Dreams in Columbia Falls. Deacon Doug Cordier performed the ceremony.
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Wildcats poised to begin playoff run
After a bye in the first round last week, the Columbia Falls Wildcats are set to begin the 2018 football playoffs as they host the Fergus Golden Eagles of Lewistown at Satterthwaite Field Saturday at 1 p.m.
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Lewis and Clark
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Lonnie Dean Bogovich
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Oct. 23
Vote yes on I-186
Currently, Montana tax payers are picking up the bill to cleanup abandoned mine sites leaking lead, arsenic, and mercury into our rivers and drinking water. We pay tens-of-millions every year to deal with the damage left by foreign and out-of-state companies and we currently have no law that allows the state to say ‘no’ to new mines that would continue polluting and wasting taxpayer dollars.
Williams pens book on pumas
By DANIEL MCKAY
Legals October 31, 2018
No. 1646 NOTICE TO PARENTS OF CHILD FIND OBLIGATION School District Six has a procedure for the referral and evaluation of all children, ages birth through 21 years of age, who may be suspected of having a disability. All children, who reside within the boundaries of School District Six, who may be suspected as having a disability, may be considered for identification, evaluation and services, if eligible under the regulations established in Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). School District Six will respond to requests for information regarding the evaluation of children suspected of being disabled in accordance with Montana Administrative Rule (10.16.3125) and Federal Regulations (34 CFR 300.561). Notice of parental rights and other policies and procedures will be provided in the native language of the individual concerned, and shall include: 1. Information on the eligibility criteria for categories of disability under IDEA. 2. Types of information gathered for eligibility consideration. 3. The location of personally identifiable information and how it is communicated to the state. 4. The district will comply with all regulations under The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act for storage, disclosure, retention and destruction of personally identifiable information, insuring the confidentiality of this information. Any questions regarding this Child Find obligation may be directed to: Terri Burghardt, Director of Special Services, Columbia Falls, School District Six at 892-6562. October 31, 2018 MNAXLP _________________________
Monday, October 29
Two weeks in, big game season still slow
Big game check station results indicate a slower than average start to hunting season in northwest Montana. After the first two weeks of the general hunting season, a total of 4,788 hunters have stopped at five check stations across the region. Hunters have reported a total of 241 white-tailed deer, including 114 bucks, as well as 23 mule deer and 28 elk. The hunter success rate is 6.1 percent to date, compared to 7.4 percent after two weeks a year ago.
Swan project draws opposition quickly
By DUNCAN ADAMS For the Hungry Horse News
Man steals car, with child inside, then drops kid off with construction workers
A Kalispell-area transient was arrested Sunday after he allegedly stole a vehicle in Hungry Horse, only to discover a 2-year-old child sleeping in the back seat. He dropped the child off with construction workers at a nearby gas station and left in the vehicle, which he later crashed as officers pursued him.
Friday, October 26
Columbia Falls elementary schools are cramped, but will taxpayers stomach the cost of expansion?
Finding a solution to the need for space in its two crowded elementary schools was the topic of discussion Wednesday night as Columbia Falls School District 6 hosted a planning meeting on the subject.
Hungry Horse murder trial postponed
The trial of a Martin City man accused of shooting and killing another man in Hungry Horse in April won’t occur next month due to a change in his legal representation.
Thursday, October 25
Two grizzly cubs killed; people were trying to take selfies with another bear before it was moved
Two yearling grizzly bears that broke into a yurt near Polebridge were killed by Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks bear managers Oct. 21.
Wednesday, October 24
Halloween Haunted house helps local snack program
On Saturday night from 5 to 6 p.m. Glacier Gateway School will have its annual “Trunk of Treat” for kids from 5 to 6 p.m. After that, folks can head on over to Berube Physical Therapy on Sixth Street for a haunted house. The haunted house is $3 per person or $10 per family. After 8 p.m. the haunted house promises to get scarier. Proceeds go to the Columbia Falls Flathead Snack Program, which provides healthy snacks during the day for students who can’t afford it. The Hungry Horse News has donated the first $100 towards the snack program.Columbia Falls to match it or grow it. Donations can be made online at flatheadcommunityfoundation.org
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Meet Tyler Bradshaw, the city's new public works director
Tyler Bradshaw dove right into work as the Columbia Falls’ new public works director. He no sooner got here than he was literally looking down a big and unexpected hole in one of the city’s main streets — an 80-foot long void left behind more than 100 years ago next to the Nord Building (see related story/A1).
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The Wildcats completed their dominace of Norhwest A Division in Polson Friday as they closed out the regular football season with a 62-8 victory over the Pirates.
Cats dominate state XC meet
Columbia Falls head cross country coach Jim Peacock describes his sport as “a herd of turtles,” a sport that is about pace and patience, not speed.
Nicosia addresses TEDD concerns
City manager Susan Nicosia allayed some of the concerns the Columbia Falls School District 6 has about the Targeted Economic Development District for the Columbia Rising Industrial Park.
Community rallying to help Hill battle breast cancer
For Lisa Busby Hill it started just like any other day, get up, get dressed, get ready for for work. Then she found the lump.
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The Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation is hosting its annual Voices of the Wilderness celebration and fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 2 at the Lodge at Whitefish Lake at 6 p.m. This year, the keynote speakers will be United States Forest Service employees discussing winter travel and conducting snow surveys in the Wilderness during the winter months.
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Kelsey Whitby
A plea to Secretary Zinke: appeal the Badger Two Med decision
We respectfully request that Secretary Ryan Zinke and the Department of the Interior protect Montana’s Badger-Two Medicine landscape from oil and gas development. We urge him to appeal the recent reinstatement of two canceled and illegal oil leases in “the Badger”.
Work on fish pond should start next week
Excavation of a new fish pond at River’s Edge Park is expected to start next week. The city was expected to meet with contractors on Wednesday after presstime to iron out final details for the pond’s construction.
This Ostrom Classic column tells the story of 'Chris' and the bear
Another classic column from G. George Ostrom. This one is from May 17, 1968...
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George Martin English
Preserving Flathead River might someday require permit system
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Martin City man pleads out in house shooting case
A Martin City man was sentenced to 10 years in prison earlier this month in a case where he shot up a Hungry Horse home.
Foundation fundraiser Nov. 2
The Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation is hosting its annual Voices of the Wilderness celebration and fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 2 at the Lodge at Whitefish Lake at 6 p.m. This year the keynote speakers will be United States Forest Service employees discussing winter travel and conducting snow surveys in the wilderness during the winter months.
O'Neil hopes to retake seat he once held for House District 3
A familiar face in Republican party politics will once again seek the House District 3 seat this November. Jerry O’Neil served eight years in the Senate and four years in House District 3 before losing to Democrat Zac Perry in 2014.
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Lula Frances Keibler
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City will fix voids under downtown sidewalk this fall
For about 40 years, folks who have been walking the sidewalk along the Nord building on Sixth Street have a had a whole lot of nothing underneath them. Beneath the sidewalk, which is held up by ailing wooden beams and some rusted steel supports, there’s a basement of sorts.
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Oct. 16
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Community dinner
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70 years ago
Legals October 24, 2018
No. 1645 COLUMBIA FALLS CITY-COUNTY PLANNING BOARD AND ZONING COMMISSION There are two (2) county vacancies on this board. Applicants must reside within the planning jurisdictional area but outside the city limits of Columbia Falls. The terms each run two (2) years beginning January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2020. TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THIS POSITION: Letters of interest (please specify which board/committee you are applying for) including name, physical address, mailing address, daytime phone number and qualifications should be submitted to: Angela Phillips Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office South Campus Building 40 11th Street West, Ste. 220 Kalispell, MT 59901 All letters of interest should be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 9, 2018. For additional information and specific qualifications please call 755-8200. October 10, 24, November 7, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________
Thursday, October 18
Another round of tests at CFAC show high concentrations of cyanide, but only near landfills
Columbia Falls Aluminum Co. officials released more data in a meeting Wednesday night that further pinpoints old landfills north of the plant as being the primary culprits for pollution at the Superfund site.
Wednesday, October 17
School phone fundraiser is a scam, police warn
If you’ve gotten a call from a company selling T-shirts to benefit the Columbia Falls basketball team, it’s scam, the school and police are warning people.
School super raises concerns about industrial park tax plan
School District 6 Superintendent Steve Bradshaw raised concerns about the city’s plan to create a targeted economic development district at the Columbia Rising Industrial Park.
Bundy claims state's rights at talk
Public land advocates and a group supporting its transfer to private ownership spoke their minds at two separate events Saturday in Whitefish.
A network of trails on tap just north of city
The Hungry Horse-Glacier View Ranger District released a plan Monday that would create or improve about 24.5 miles of bicycle, pedestrian and horse trails in the Cedar Lake-Crystal Creek area north of Columbia Falls.
An eye on eagles in Glacier Park
Glacier National Park biologist Lisa Bate and volunteer Karen Chickering stand on a crag of rock perched on the flank of Mount Brown. The sun struggles through the clouds. The weatherman said it was supposed to be mostly sunny with a nice breeze, but it’s pretty much all clouds and still.
District having a tough time getting subs
The school year is still relatively young, but School District 6 is already having problems attracting enough substitute teachers.
MDT says it will plow sidewalks after bigger storms, but small stuff is up to us
Columbia Falls could see a little more help from the state this winter with snow removal on its sidewalks, though it will depend upon the severity of the storm.
Bullock, Bradshaw stump for I-185 at hospital event
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock paid a visit Monday afternoon to Whitefish to join local health care providers and one educator in showing support for I-185, which looks to raise the state’s tobacco tax while footing some of the bill for Medicaid expansion.
Conference champions once again
Wildcats crush Whitefish for second straight Northwest A
California arstist shares unique view of Glacier
For the month of October, California artist Jamie McHugh will be calling Glacier National Park home.
Starvin' stud
Another classic column from G. George Ostrom. This one is from Aug. 16, 1968.
C-Falls soccer seasons end with pair of close losses
Columbia Falls suffered a pair of heartbreaking losses to end both the boys and girls soccer seasons last week as the Wildcats fell in Polson Tuesday while the Wildkats fell at home Saturday.
Kats survive close game against Whitefish
The Wildkat volleyball team dropped the first set to the Lady Bulldogs in Whitefish Thursday but came back to win in five, 20-25, 25-20, 25-16, 23-25, 15-6.
Wildcats run away with divisional championship
The Wildcats dominated the course at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell Saturday as the Columbia Falls boys easily won the Western A Divisional cross country title.
Fond remembrance of Emmerich
Scott Emmerich was one of the finest people I have ever known. Like most North Forkers, I first met him in his capacity as Polebridge Subdistrict Ranger. He was a marvel. In part he was like the old time rangers. He could cover miles in the mountains of his district, climb mountains, ford streams, rescue lost hikers, perform backcountry first aid and transport the injured to a road. I don’t know how well he knew Jerry DeSanto, one of his predecessors at Polebridge, but their love of the backcountry was similar and I am sure they would have liked each other.
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Smith takes Texas parks post
Glacier National Park’s second in command has taken a new post in Texas, the Park Service announced last week. Deputy superintendent Eric Smith was named superintendent of Lake Meredith National Recreation Area and Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument north of Amarillo, Texas.
Glacier visitation won't break a record, but still near 3 million, despite fires
Visitation to Glacier National Park in September was up over the previous year, with 434,600 people coming to Glacier, an increase of 11.7 percent.
Brown opposes I-185
I-185 is being touted as a health measure. Raising the price of a pack of cigarettes by $2 will encourage more people to quit smoking and pay for Medicaid expansion they say.
Supports Perry
Zac Perry is getting things done for HD3. Since taking office, Zac has built bipartisan relationships and sponsored three bills that became law. He also played a pivotal role in passing a law that allows private-sector businesses to grant hiring preference to veterans without fear of being sued for it, and sponsored another bill encouraging new business development and expansion. Zac supported the bill that would have conducted the 2017 special election by mail-in ballot, saving $750,000 of our tax dollars. (Unfortunately, that bill was voted down by the GOP majority.) In contrast, Zac’s predecessor—and current challenger—memorably spent his time in the state house demanding to be paid in gold (Daily InterLake, 11/12/12) and advocating that prisoners be allowed to opt for corporal punishment instead of jail time (DIL, 1/31/13). Vote for the HD3 candidate most likely to make a positive difference in the lives of his voters: Zac Perry.
Dakin likes Tester
I recall Sen. Jon Tester’s support for Columbia Falls in 2015 when the CFAC closure came down. Our barely-unpacked new Rep. Ryan Zinke had chastised the city’s leaders for inviting EPA involvement and said we should all just “trust Glencore to do the right thing.” But Sen. Tester, very experienced with Glencore, came here many times to fact-find and add his considerable support to an EPA-overseen site investigation and cleanup. Anyone who googles the history of Glencore knows he saved us from a mess. Kudos for standing with the locals, Senator. Since then, the burst of investment in this town is remarkable. Columbia Falls took the high road and he helped steer.
Fall perch fishing tips
One of the best ways to enjoy the magnificent fall colors in the Flathead Valley is to look up from a red and white bobber while casting for yellow perch.
Griz kills calf more than 117 miles east of Helena
Grizzly bears continue to make their march to the east of the Rocky Mountain Front.
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Oct. 5
Yesterdays: A look back at history
70 years ago
Community events on tap
Wreaths needed
Wednesday, October 10
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Donald Barry Blair was called home on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018, in Thompson Falls, Montana. He was 79. Donald was born in Hamilton, Montana, on Dec. 23, 1938, to Lee and Edith (Tabor) Blair. He attended schools in Kalispell, graduating from Flathead County High School. Donald had been married to Rene Sansom-Blair for 30 years, Alida Wright for 15 years, and the mother of his children, Caroline (Curry) Blair, for 15 years.
Project to preserve timberland, meadows and lakes on Stillwater Forest completed
The Whitefish Lake Watershed Project that adds a total of 13,400 acres to the Stillwater State Forest through multi-phase conservation easements has been completed.
Snow, ice, closes most of Glacier Park's roads
Weather rules the roost in Glacier National Park. As such, the Park announced Tuesday it closed the alpine sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road for the winter.
Congress could do end-around on griz ruling
Montana’s two senators have weighed in on a recent court ruling that placed grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem back on the Endangered Species List.
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The Wildkats volleyball team came up short at home last week as they fell to conference-leading Libby in three sets, 25-16, 25-20, 25-18.
Wildkats claim conference soccer championship
The Wildkats are the Northern A Conference soccer champions.
Wildcats dominate Chiefs in 64-7 victory
The Wildcats proved to be too much for visiting Ronan Friday as Columbia Falls opened the game with 64 unanswered points on Senior Night at Satterthwaite Field.
Cross Country teams do well in final regular season meets
The Columbia Falls High School cross country teams had another strong week as they ran at the Capital City 7X7 race in Helena Thursday and the Browning Invitational Saturday.
Fridge donation to help C-Falls students in need
The Columbia Falls Child Assistance Team (CF CAT) has a new way to help homeless and students in need battle hunger after a new refrigerator was donated to the program in September.
The talent show
Editor’s note: George Ostrom is still on the mend and asked us to run this column from April 17, 1970.
Public hearing on industrial park TEDD is Oct. 15
The Columbia Falls City Council will hold a public hearing Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. on the creation of a Targeted Economic Development District for the Columbia Rising Industrial Park.
When Smalley was a 135-pound center
Initiation, game face and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
They came, they saw, they spent
The old saying is you can’t eat the scenery. But it looks like plenty of businesses are making a living off it in Flathead County, according to the latest report from the University of Montana Institute for Tourism and Research.
Wackrow says he's not the proofreader
To the Editor,
Class A Volleyball Standings
As of Monday, Oct. 8
The North Fork Forum
A little of a year ago, a new group calling themselves the North Fork Forum was formed. To my knowledge, they have not elected officers. They are just a loose group of North Fork landowners who talked about doing something to benefit the community. Their first project was to sponsor a series of meeting to educate themselves and anyone interested about the U.S. Constitution.
The ghosts of a Nyack disaster and more tales in new Fraley book
On a cool, sunny October day, author John Fraley is digging a hole in Cork Hill’s pasture in Nyack. The pasture is along the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad. The hole is for a post and on top of the post is a plaque that tells the story of the one of the worst train accidents ever to occur in Montana.
Class A Soccer Standings
As of Monday, Oct. 8
Class A Football Results
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History meets
An ode to big red
So the boy and I were wandering around in the woods the other evening when I heard a distinctive knock-knock-knock on a piece of wood.
Perry hopes to secure third straight term in Montana House
Democrat incumbent Zac Perry will be seeking a third term as Montana House District 3 representative this November.
Columbia Falls city court offering amnesty later this month
Have an outstanding ticket? Warrant? If it’s from the City of Columbia Falls, the court is looking to give you a break.
Yesterdays: Celebrate the bison range with a buffalo barbecue
70 years ago
Legals October 10, 2018
No. 1645 COLUMBIA FALLS CITY-COUNTY PLANNING BOARD AND ZONING COMMISSION There are two (2) county vacancies on this board. Applicants must reside within the planning jurisdictional area but outside the city limits of Columbia Falls. The terms each run two (2) years beginning January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2020. TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THIS POSITION: Letters of interest (please specify which board/committee you are applying for) including name, physical address, mailing address, daytime phone number and qualifications should be submitted to: Angela Phillips Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office South Campus Building 40 11th Street West, Ste. 220 Kalispell, MT 59901 All letters of interest should be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 9, 2018. For additional information and specific qualifications please call 755-8200. October 10, 24, November 7, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________
Friday, October 5
Historic Wise cabin just north of Polebridge damaged by fire
An historic cabin just north of Polebridge was damaged by a fire late Friday afternoon, but did not appear to be a total loss.
Thursday, October 4
Writing coaches sought for new junior high program
If you can write a snappy sentence and would like to help students as well, you just might make a good writing coach.
Wednesday, October 3
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Three Columbia Falls golfers were in action at the State Golf Tournament in Hamilton over the weekend as Cody Brothwell and Tyler Langton both shot 178 while Lizzie Opalka shot a 250.
Cross country competes in Whitefish, Missoula
The Columbia Falls cross country teams had a busy week as they ran in Whitefish Tuesday before traveling to Missoula for the Mountain West Classic Saturday.
Cats set state records in win over Browning
It was a record-setting night for the Wildcats Friday as they picked up a lopsided 78-20 victory over the Indians in Browning.
Kats win 3 of 4 heading into showdown with Libby
The Wildkats volleyball team was looking strong heading into Tuesday’s matchup with conference-leading Libby after picking up wins over Whitefish, Ronan and Hamilton and playing a tough match against Southwest Conference-leading Corvallis last week.
Wildkats get win in Whitefish, fall to Polson
It was an up and down week for the Wildkat soccer team as the girls picked up an important 3-0 win at Whitefish Thursday before falling at home to Polson Saturday, 2-1.
Girls looking forward to joining Boy Scouts
Columbia Falls eighth graders Norelle King-Kaaihue, Elaine Reed, Brie Trent and Kaylee King will make a little Columbia Falls’ history in the next few months.
On golf
Editor’s note: George Ostrom is still on the mend. He wanted you to read this piece from 1968...
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Endowment help
A message to the proofreader
Most regular readers, and even some irregular readers, are aware of my often putting “what do you think” at the end of a column. My purpose in that is to encourage folks to respond by letter to Box 3 Columbia Falls, 59912, or e-mail to lwilson@aboutmontana.net. If they prefer, they may also call me at (406) 892-5951 or even write a letter to the editor at the Hungry Horse News.
Class A Volleyball Standings
As of Monday, Oct. 1
Fifty in the Fall
The boy and I went up to Fifty Mountain a couple of weeks ago. Fifty Mountain is one of the most coveted backcountry camps in Glacier Park. From its vistas, you’re supposed to be able to count 50 mountains.
Class A Soccer Standings
As of Monday, Oct. 1
Beranek leads at the senior card party
Jane Beranek was the top pinochle player at the North Valley Senior Citizens Center on Sept. 24 with 6,750. Mamie Parpart was second with 6,720. Shirley Hegel was third with 6,610. Marvel Lucas melded a round robin. Shirley Taber and Bob Hooker melded 300 pinochle. Lois Timmreck won the door prize.
Some thoughts on brown trout
My favorite trout are brown trout.
Class A Football Results
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Judge's ruling could allow oil and gas drilling on Badger-Two Med
A federal judge last week found the Department of Interior acted “arbitrarily and capriciously” when it canceled oil and gas leases held by a Louisiana- based company on Forest Service lands just south of Glacier National Park in the Badger-Two Medicine.
West Valley bird overlook celebration
The Flathead Land Trust, Flathead Audubon and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks will celebrate a conservation easement and bird viewing area in the West Valley from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 6.
At griz hearing, differing views on future of bears
Some said delist them and hunt them. Others said there’s a long way to go toward recovering the species.
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Sperry Chalet work nearly complete
It’s starting to look like its old self again.
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For C-Falls senior, summer was spent in basic training
Dillon Wanner knows the meaning of discipline and hard work.
Monday, October 1
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A group that says it’s opposed to government regulation will host Ammon Bundy, leader of an armed occupation of an Oregon wildlife refuge, as part a gathering in Whitefish later this month. While a number of organizations opposed to the conference are planning to hold their own event in response.
Kalispell Regional Healthcare settles whistleblower suit for $24 million
Kalispell Regional Healthcare has reached a settlement with the federal government for $24 million, according to a Department of Justice announcement Friday and an email sent to Kalispell Regional staff from President and CEO Pam Robertson. Kalispell Regional will pay $21.1 million and the Flathead Physician Group, physician investors in The HealthCenter, will pay $2.8 million. The hospital had set aside $21.5 million in advance of a settlement, which, according to the Department of Justice, is the largest False Claims Act recovery in Montana.
