Wednesday, May 31
George Sullivan
You would meet George Sullivan once and never forget him. He was so loving to everyone, a born gentleman who lived for life.
O'Neil for Justice
This letter is to encourage the good citizens of Flathead County to vote for Jerry O'Neil for Justice of the Peace.
Meehan for sheriff
Well, it's that time again, so remember to vote on June 6. I am going to vote for Mike Meehan.
In response
It is a very sad fact that politics frequently gets ugly. Voters deserve much better. In fact, they, like me, are sick and tired of it, and their votes are beginning to reflect that view. When Mr. Calaway unfairly hurled his lies, deceit, innuendo, and just plain uninformed rhetoric in my husband's direction, I was especially offended. At the same time, I felt sorry for this man who is obviously so ill equipped to deal with the truth let alone complex issues.
Thursday, May 25
Theodore John Habarth
Theodore John Habarth, age 65, of Bigfork died of a sudden heart attack at his home on Swan Lake on Friday, May 19 2006. Ted was born in Detroit, Mich., on Nov. 5, 1940, the second son of Gerald C. Habarth and Sophie E. Leipus.
Guest opinion
Skaters need local park
Unanswered questions
Time and again, Don Loranger has broken his promise for a clean campaign. His entire strategy, so far, has been to wrongfully smear his opponent while evading any question as to what he will do if elected. He avoids taking a firm stand on any of the important issues facing the citizens of Montana, the Flathead Valley and Senate District Number 5.
Robert "Bob" Ross Gordon
Robert "Bob" Ross Gordon, our wonderful dad, papa, brother and uncle, passed away at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland, Wash., on May 21, 2006 after a short battle with brain cancer. He joins his beloved wife Donna who preceded him in death in October 2000.
Raising the bar
Several weeks ago you could hear it as a low rumble from some seemingly distant point over the horizon, but as the political season rolls on it has given way to an ever growing cacophony of loud voices fervently expressing political views, promises, analyses, hopes, and uncompromising convictions that the speaker has all the answers. Sadly, few people really listen to what is being said, unless they are the one saying it. In part, that is because the polarization of opinion is acute and not very useful in terms of Montana coming to grips with many of the challenges we face in the modern world.
For the people
We need to keep Verdell Jackson in the Legislature as a state senator. He has a track record of addressing critical issues with thoroughness and knowledge. His research on issues includes achieving depth of understanding concerning critical issues, their past history, and related results measurement. His decisions are based upon thorough analysis of possible alternatives to problem solving. Having been a school superintendent he understands the need for quality teacher and student performance as well as efficient use of funding in the interests of achieving the best possible education for our children.
Mary Block Schaub
Mary Schaub of Bigfork died April 17, 2006. She was born Jan. 2,1922 in Passaic, N.J.
Sounds in the night?
Luckily, Iris is not like Dagwood Bumstead's wife. She does not wake me in the middle of the night to investigate strange noises coming from somewhere in our darkened home. Perhaps she is enough younger than I that she never lived in a home without electricity. Houses at night sounded different in the olden days.
No to mosquito levy
I'm writing about the proposed property tax increase, to be voted on at the June 6th election, which would authorize up to $330,000 to be used to try to control mosquitoes in Flathead County. Currently, the county spends about $10,000 to kill or retard the growth of mosquito larva in standing water areas in parts of Kalispell, Evergreen, and Somers. The county has some devices which are available for public use to trap mosquitoes, and they also provide information on how to avoid mosquitoes in your personal life.
Wednesday, May 10
John Otis Horne
John Otis Horne (Hoare) passed away in his home in Bigfork, Saturday, April 22, 2006. Jack was born on Dec. 11, 1917 in Corning, N.Y., the only child of Dora Evans and John S. Hoare.
Effective leadership
This letter is in support of John Weaver who I am thoroughly convinced should be elected to the position of Flathead County Sheriff.
Has the student body outgrown the current Bigfork High School facility?
A) Yes, a new school should be built.
Arts in April a big success
Students at Muldown Elementary just finished a four-week section of Arts in April. Artists from both the community and school provided the opportunity for all second, third and fourth graders to choose from 28 art sections.
Grassroots candidates
Residents in Senate District 5 and House District 9 are going to have two new grassroots candidates on their ballots this year. Ric Smith, senate candidate, and Edd Blackler, house candidate, have combined 52 years of service in this community. They have given the community of Bigfork and surrounding area some of the best this wonderful place has to offer. When is comes to water quality issues, land use issues and building area traditions, they were there for us, working and volunteering, for the sake of our beloved community. They know what it is like to be in touch with neighbors and friends at the grassroots level.
SOS
Rep. Bernie Olson's letter regarding CI-97 is fraught with misinformation and factless innuendo. Frankly, I'm surprised that he wouldn't research what he's writing about beforehand. To set the record straight, here's some facts. Stop Over Spending (SOS Montana or CI-97 has two major features.
Skier's thank you
To my family, my friends, old and new, and to the community of Whitefish, thank you, thank you, thank you.
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Steven Howe
Dorothy Fishbaugh
Dorothy Fishbaugh, age 85, passed away on Monday, May 1, 2006 in Kalispell, after an illness following surgery. She was born on Jan 21, 1921, in Ferndale, the daughter of Nels K. and Hattie C. (Johnson) Peterson.
Georgia Johnston
Georgia Marie Johnston, 46, of Seattle, Wash., passed away April 29, 2006, as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Kalispell.
Most qualified
Verdell Jackson is the most qualified candidate for Senate District 5. He is now serving in his fourth term as a state representative. His experience on the Health and Human Services, Agriculture, Education, Taxation, and Appropriation committees in the Legislature is invaluable. He also served on the Election Select Committee and currently serves on the State Administration and Veteran Affairs committee. Because of his expertise, he was selected by this committee to carry its bill during the special session. During the 2005 session, the Republican leadership placed him on the Appropriations Committee because of his financial ability.
Guest opinion
Land of the free?
Evicted Greenwood Trailer Court residents need help
The Whitefish Housing Author-ity is seeking donations to aid households relocating from Whitefish trailer courts. The funds are needed to aid households that do not qualify for existing housing programs.
Robert Kobbervig
Robert J. "Bob" Kobbervig, 71, passed away April 27, 2006, at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish.
Small business in Montana
Montana is a small business state. In the past, the huge expanse of our state and its remoteness was a deterrent to a prosperous economy. Now, our remoteness is an advantage and has helped to drive Montana's economy to where it is today. However, while unemployment rates are at low levels, skilled labor is becoming more difficult to find. As parents, grandparents, small business owners, and concerned citizens, we do not want to see our children and grandchildren forced to leave the state to earn a decent living.
Snyder's work will be missed
I am writting to publically thank Paul Syder for all that he did for Whitefish over the past few years.
Support troops by voting June 6
June 6 is Montana's primary election. It is also the 62nd anniversary of D-Day, which was the Allied invasion of Europe.
Bigfork student places first in writing contest
Students from Bigfork, Bozeman, and Kalispell took top honors in this year's Montana Letters About Literature writing contest. Judges selected the winning entries in three different age categories out of more than 650 submissions.
Wednesday, May 3
Skateboarders appreciate help
On behalf of the Whitefish Skateboard Association, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their time, effort, support and cash donations to help make the Dave Olseth Memorial Skate Park a reality.
Dorothy Genevieve Fishbaugh
Dorothy Genevieve Fishbaugh, age 85, passed away on Monday, May 1, 2006 at the Brendan House in Kalispell.
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Revo Somersille
Belva Mae Hanson
Belva Mae Hanson, age 88, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2006 at Brendan House in Kalispell after a brief illness. Belva was born July 17, 1917 in a dugout house on a homestead three miles south of the Canadian line, north of Havre, the daughter of George Raymond and Lillian (Crosley) Campbell.
Columbia Falls man killed in wreck
Hungry Horse News
Remembering Steve Howe
The story I often tell about Steve Howe is the time he threw a baseball at my head. But more on that later.
Letter from the Editor
Broken system, shattered dreams
