Wednesday, April 26
Our most important obligation
The process of running for office is indeed a unique experience requiring hard work, dedication and the willingness to listen and learn. The opportunity to meet fascinating people and learn of the unselfish service they provide our communities are two great side benefits. Jim FitzGerald, executive director, Intermountain Children's Home (ICH), is a great example.
Richard Darin Nelson
On the morning of April 18, 2006, the Nelson family, Schat family, Stimac family and countless others in Arizona, California, Nevada and Montana lost a favorite son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend. Richard Darin Nelson was dearly and deeply loved by all who knew him.
In support of Morrison
I am writing in support of John Morrison in his bid for the U.S. Senate. I want the people of this state to know what a wonderful job he is doing for our state and how much he cares about each and every one of us.
Ruth Cecelia Nordtome
Ruth Cecelia Nordtome, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2006 at the Lakeview Care Center in Bigfork. She was born on Sept. 1, 1915 in Bigfork, the daughter of Kaurin B. and Johanna (Petterson) Johnson.
Guest opinion
Political platform
Clara Fern Maddox
Clara Fern Maddox, age 81, passed away at HealthCenter NorthWest in Kalispell, Montana, on Monday, April 17, 2006. She was born on Aug. 18, 1924 in Cedar Bluffs, Neb., the daughter of Earl and Lula (Settles) Ruff, the second of four girls.
Time to register for June's primary
In the last election, 20 percent of the citizens of Flathead Valley decided to a large extent the future of 100 percent of the citizens of Flathead Valley.
Community kitchen
Columbia Falls Community Kitchen is celebrating its 10th anniversary of service in our community and invites you to share free meals with them starting Thursday, April 27, through Sunday, April 30, at 6 p.m. in the basement of St. Richard's Catholic Church.
Experience required
The upcoming May 2 election provides opportunity to keep Scott Hollinger on the Bigfork Land Use Advisory Committee. His experience and background provides needed insight in guiding future growth of Bigfork. He is highly qualified to make valuable recommendations to responsible officials and committees within the county.
Flanagan on the O'Shaughnessy
To Mr. Andy Palchak: Sir, I am sorry if you or any other resident were offended by the quote published in the Whitefish Pilot April 20 edition. Unfortunately, it was taken out of context.
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Thursday, April 20
Our freedom and money
Our freedom and money seem to be at risk every time the state legislature meets. Our quality of life is directly dependent on our freedom and the dollars in our pocket.
Billie M. McCrum
Billie M. McCrum, age 86, passed away at Kalispell Regional Medical Center on Saturday, April 15, 2006. Billie was born on July 8, 1919 in Clay, Louisiana to John Wesley and Jessie Emma Stewart Harden. She was raised in San Antonio, Texas, where she graduated from high school and attended beauty school.
Burglar bashing
A guy who spins yarns on the radio weekday mornings then writes a newspaper column every Thursday and keeps doing that for 45 years … is bound to become occasionally confused about what stories he has told, and where. This is more true after his age goes over 75. That is why I asked "First Wife Iris" this week if she thought I had written the story of the robber who got the hell beat out of him in the old folks home. She said, "No, I think you told that on the radio." I hope Iris was right, because here comes the story.
To clarify
BLUAC has seven members. Six of the members are elected in three-year rotations in May of each year. The member-at-large position is appointed by the six elected members for a one-year term in June of every year.
Marjorie Ione Higgins
Marjorie Ione Higgins passed away April 7, 2006 at her home in Troy. She was born April 2, 1923 in Kenmare, N.D., the daughter of Engvald Bernard Beck and Ella May Bennett.
Victor "Dale" Warren
Victor "Dale" Warren, 74, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2006 at his home in Bigfork. He was born on Aug. 17, 1931 in Zortman, Mont., to Bill and Isabell (Laverdure) Warren.
M. Deane Halter
M. Deane Halter, 80, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2006 at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. He was born on July 18, 1925 at Sunburst, Mont., the son of Lester and Ina (Christensen) Halter.
The waiting game
I'm sure you have heard the phrase, "Wonders never cease." It's a phrase that is used when a child surprises you by cleaning their bedroom without being asked, or tackles the evening dishes while you're busy in another room to finish up a daily chore. The wonder that never ceases to amaze me is the arrival of spring flowers after long, cold Montana winters.
Illegal immigrants
There is an immediate need to draft legislation in Montana, which would deny illegal immigrants the use of our schools, health facilities and social services. Included in this legislation must be substantial penalties for Montana businesses, which employ illegal immigrants either directly or through sub-contractors.
Wednesday, April 19
Gratuitous swipe not appreciated
Fifty years ago, my late grandmother warned me, "Never trust a man who puffs himself up by foolishly attacking others."
Wilderness fund-raiser a success
The Bob Marshall Foundation and Swan Ecosystem Center would like to thank the community of Whitefish, volunteers and businesses in western Montana for making our annual fund-raising event a success.
Thomas Bright
Thomas Dalton "Tom" Bright, age 80, passed away April 10, 2006, at Health Center Northwest in Kalispell.
Richard Taylor
Richard Lord Taylor, a prominent Montana architect, passed away in San Diego, Calif., on March 31, 2006.
Wednesday, April 12
Bulldogs pace themselves in early meets
The Whitefish boys track team took four first-place finishes at a track meet in Kalispell on Tuesday and managed to place second in three other events.
Jean Carolyn Lowney
Jean Carolyn Hogmark Lowney, 76, Hartwell, Ga., died Saturday, April 1, 2006 from terminal cancer at her home.
Profanity not appreciated
I am very disappointed that what used to be a family-friendly community newspaper is turning into an R-rated second-class rag. I noticed months ago that the Pilot chose to run an ad with a woman wearing nearly nothing. There are certain publications where this could be considered appropriate, but a newspaper isn't it.
Bacheloring advice for old guys
Maybe 12 years since Iris has left me alone for more than a day or two, so I got to wondering what it is like to be a bachelor…then stumbled across a 1994 report which has valuable ideas for married men facing a little time alone.
Florine "Patrick" Box
Florine "Patrick" Box died on Thursday, April 6 at Kalispell Medical Center. She was 81. Patrick was born in Mercer, Penn., on Jan, 20, 1925 to Robert and Gladys McBride.
I saw three swans this weekend.
The swans should have been winging north, but they weren't.
Esther Montgomery
Esther Marion Montgomery, 88, passed away April 6, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Wednesday, April 5
Would you approve incorporation?
A)Yes
Without soapsuds
I didn't have much to think about and had no need to hurry through my shower the other day, when the vacancy in my head filled with soapsuds that were non-existent for a long period during World War II.
Raymond Managhan
Raymond L. Managhan, 94, passed away March 27, 2006, at Brendan House in Kalispell.
Police should get tough on drinkers
The city of Whitefish is suffering an epidemic of vandalism accompanying its rapid growth. Whitefish Police Chief Bill Dial suggests that the taxpaying businesses of Whitefish hire their own security guard and organize volunteer groups to patrol.
Dogs leaving mess behind
I have lived in Whitefish for 20 years. I live on Dakota Avenue. I have noticed in the last year or so all the dog poop everywhere.
Lena Berg
Lena Evangeline (Spooner) Berg passed away April 3, 2006, at the Brendan House in Kalispell after her last battle with cancer.
