Stories for October 2016

Monday, October 31

October 31, 2016 6:01 p.m.

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Children in costume filled Central Avenue Monday afternoon trick-or-treating at downtown businesses for Halloween.

Saturday, October 29

October 29, 2016 10:45 a.m.

The Whitefish Theatre Co. held its second annual Boo Run Saturday morning starting and ending at the O’Shaughnessy Center. The 5K family fun run and walk raises fund for free theatre and music outreach programs for area youth.

Friday, October 28

October 28, 2016 11 a.m.

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Few people can tell a story like Doug Follett.

Wednesday, October 26

October 26, 2016 10:33 a.m.

Spirit of Whitefish

In the late 1950s, as a young Charlie Abell was plucking duck feathers in his dad’s garage Susan Monroe asked him to go with her to a high school dance.

October 26, 2016 10:33 a.m.

Racing in the rain

Racing through alternating sunshine and rain along the hills of Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, the Whitefish girls cross country team claimed a second place finish in Class A during the Montana High School Association all-class state cross country meet on Saturday.

October 26, 2016 8:38 a.m.

Tester meets with niche producers, farmers

Montana farmers and producers face increasing pressure from international competition and navigating the bureaucracy that comes with the federal grants that could assist them is a challenge.

October 26, 2016 8:38 a.m.

Zinke sets out priorities before election

U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke made a stop in his hometown Monday to talk about a variety of topics, saying the issues currently facing the United States are “fixable.”

October 26, 2016 8:37 a.m.

Worried about noise, board says 'no' to rooftop hot tub

A request for a rooftop hot tub at the Firebrand Hotel was shot down last week by the Whitefish Planning Board.

October 26, 2016 8:35 a.m.

Dental hygienist honored for work brightening smiles

Dentistry was a natural choice career for dental hygienist Ellie Bicha.

October 26, 2016 8:35 a.m.

Lady Dogs led by strong team in Missoula County Invite

The Lady Bulldogs won the consolation championship of the Missoula County Volleyball Invite Friday in a tournament filled with strong Class AA teams.

October 26, 2016 8:34 a.m.

Woman recalls joy of earning medals

When Elizabeth Myers pulls her medals out of her bag, the straps get tangled.

October 26, 2016 8:34 a.m.

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Student opera tickets

October 26, 2016 8:33 a.m.

Retired mental-health director vying for commissioner seat

As Flathead County’s overcrowded jail remains a dilemma for the county, Eileen Lowery, a Democrat, draws on her background in the mental-health industry when she suggests ways to curb the rate of incarceration.

October 26, 2016 8:33 a.m.

Incumbent says she'll retain conservative focus

After nearly six years on the job, Flathead County Commissioner Pam Holmquist said she thinks she’s “grown into the job really well.”

October 26, 2016 8:32 a.m.

Resort tax surges in August

Resort tax collections for the month of August took a huge jump this summer.

October 26, 2016 8:32 a.m.

Closure lifted in Haskill Basin

Temporary closures in Haskill Basin on F.H. Stoltze Land and Lumber Co. property have been lifted after cameras found no sign of the bear that attacked a man Oct. 16.

October 26, 2016 8:32 a.m.

Musical School says thanks

School says thanks

October 26, 2016 8:31 a.m.

Theft from Thrift Haus impedes mission to help

The Soroptimist International of Whitefish donates over $200,000 every year to deserving non-profits and individuals, including many schools, womens shelters and most recently Doctors Without Borders.

October 26, 2016 8:31 a.m.

Gauge important for monitoring water depth

A staff gauge is essentially a long ruler that is secured to a solid structure in a lake or stream to read water depth. Staff gauges are most commonly used in streams as an indirect method for estimating stream flow. By collecting flow data in the same section of stream where a staff gauge is placed, one can identify a relationship between stream depth and stream flow. With this relationship known, one can then estimate flow from stream depth without the need for ongoing stream flow measurements, which takes time and requires either wading the stream or using equipment from a bridge above the stream. Periodically, gauges need to be recalibrated against measured flows because streambeds change over time and therefore so does the relationship between water level and flow.

October 26, 2016 8:31 a.m.

Educators mission to encourage continuous learning

Last month the Whitefish School District Board of Trustees invited the community to attend an interactive workshop. Community members, teachers, support staff and administrators watched the new movie “Most Likely to Succeed.” We asked the audience to think about the components of deeper learning as they watched the film.

October 26, 2016 8:31 a.m.

Chamber seeks business input during meetings

Whitefish business owners will have a chance to talk about the challenges they face during two neighborhood business meetings on Oct. 26 and Nov. 3.

October 26, 2016 8:30 a.m.

Strong defensive play not enough to stop Hamilton

The Bulldogs concluded their season Friday with a tough 33-20 loss to Hamilton despite two defensive touchdowns.

October 26, 2016 8:30 a.m.

Linda A. Burkhart

God called and Linda A. Burkhart, 71, of Bedford, Pennsylvania, joyfully went to join her son Mark on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016 at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Born in Bedford on Oct. 2, 1945, to the late James Clair and Margaret (Smith) Allen, Linda graduated from Bedford High School in 1963 along with her best friend Sandy and the gang (Nancy, Sharon, and Jamie). After high school, she graduated from Western Maryland School of Nursing in 1966 as a registered nurse.

October 26, 2016 8:30 a.m.

Kim C. Beitl

Kim C. Beitl, 61, passed away on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016 at the Lake View Care Center in Bigfork.

October 26, 2016 8:30 a.m.

Planning board delays decision on subdivision over groundwater concerns

Amid concerns over high groundwater levels, the Whitefish Planning Board on Thursday voted to delay a decision on a proposal for a new subdivision near Stumptown Ice Den.

October 26, 2016 8:30 a.m.

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The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission has endorsed a proposed conservation easement north of Whitefish Lake.

October 26, 2016 2:30 a.m.

Legals October 26, 2016

No. 2345 INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received at the City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 1005 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, Montana, 59937 until 3:00 p.m., Thursday, December 8, 2016 and will be opened and publicly read at that time. As soon thereafter as is possible, the City Council will consider the bids and a sale of the following property by the City of Whitefish, via a bill of sale will be made: Purchase and removal of the office building in Depot Park at 510 Railway Street in the City of Whitefish, Flathead County, Montana. Bidders must state payment and closing dates. Building will be available for relocation in early to mid-April, 2017. There are no minimum bids on the building. The City desires prompt payment and may take into account promptness offered by each bidder in determining the highest and best bid. Bidders shall bid only on City-provided bid proposal forms, addressed to the City Clerk's Office, City of Whitefish, enclosed in a sealed envelope marked plainly on the outside, "Bid for Purchase of Depot Park building - Opening December 8, 2016". Each bidder shall submit cash, a certified check, bid bond, cashier's check, bank money order or bank draft payable to the City Clerk, Whitefish, Montana, and drawn and issued by a national banking association located in the State of Montana or by any banking corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Montana for an amount of $500.00 as a good faith deposit. Personal checks not accepted. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and if all bids are rejected, to re-advertise under the same or new specifications, or to make such an award as in the judgment of its officials best meets the City's requirements and the public interest. The City reserves the right to waive any technicality in the bidding which is not of a substantial nature. Any objections to published specifications must be filed in written form with the City Clerk prior to bid opening at 3:00 p.m., December 8, 2016. Bidders shall obtain further information and bid proposal forms and packets from the Whitefish City Manager at the above address or by calling (406) 863-2406. Michelle Howke City Clerk October 19, 26, and November 30, 2016 MNAXLP

Friday, October 21

October 21, 2016 2:12 p.m.

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With his ears ringing, thoughts blurring and blood dripping from where a grizzly bear had slashed open his scalp, a Whitefish man on Sunday harnessed the mental tenacity to draw a canister of bear spray from his pocket and save his life.

Thursday, October 20

October 20, 2016 2:01 p.m.

Family tree study finds one male griz had 101 descendants

By CHRIS PETERSON

October 20, 2016 12:38 p.m.

DEQ cleans up solvent pollution downtown

Work to clean up underground solvent pollution in downtown Whitefish is expected to be completed this week.

Wednesday, October 19

October 19, 2016 3:40 a.m.

Legals October 19, 2016

No. 2343 CITY OF WHITEFISH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On October 3, 2016, the Whitefish City Council passed Resolution No. 16-54, a Resolution indicating its intent to consider annexing certain wholly surrounded land into the City of Whitefish, Montana, describing the land to be so considered, providing for notice and publication as required by law, providing for a date of hearing such proposed annexation, and approving the Report on Extension of Services. For a period of 20 days after the first publication of the notice on October 12, 2016, the City Clerk shall accept written comments approving or disapproving the proposed extensions of the boundaries of the City of Whitefish from registered voters, property owners, or anyone residing in the area proposed to be annexed. The regular meeting of the Whitefish City Council will be held on Monday, November 21, 2016, at 7:10 p.m. in the Whitefish City Council Chambers, 1005 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT. During the meeting the City Council will hold a public hearing for the purpose of receiving public input regarding the proposed annexation of those certain tracts of land known as: 1630 Baker Avenue; 1800 Baker Avenue and 285 and 291 W. 18th Street (Tract 6BBD in SW4NE4 COS 3588); 1800 Baker Avenue and 285 and 291 W. 18th Street (Tract 6BB in SW4NE4-Tract 2 COR COS 4522); 1000 Creek View Drive; 323, 331, 339, 341 and 345 Fraser Avenue; 333 and 345 Jennings Avenue; 1210 O'Brien Avenue; 400, 408, 512, 520, 528, 539, and 544 Ramsey Avenue; 1 Tides Way; 6200, 6204-6208 and 6356 US Highway 93 S; 1180 Voerman Road; 250 W. 18th Street; 530 W. 19th Street; and The following vacant parcels and roadways without addresses: no address (RAMSEY ADD, Block 3, W 100' of Lot 9 in S26, T31N, R22W); no address (Tract 4DA in NE4NE4 in S35, T31N, R22W); no address (Tracts 4DAC and 4DAD in NE4NE4 in S35, T31N, R22W); Ramsey Avenue Right of Way (the full width of Ramsey Avenue including Rights-of-Way in S35, T31N, R22W and S26, T31N, R22W); vacant parcel adjacent to 235 Good Avenue (GOJENDES TR, BLOCK 1, S 160' of E 100' of W 200' in S36, T31N, R22W); Good Avenue Right of Way adjacent to 100 W. 3rd Street and 101 W. 2nd Street (the full width of Good Avenue including Rights-of-Way adjacent to N'LY & S'LY portion of Lot 1, Block 2 Gojendes Tracts in S36, T31N, R22W); O'Brien Avenue Right-of-Way known as Tract 5RF in SE4SW4 (the full width of O'Brien Avenue Rights-of-Way in S36, T31N, R22W); vacant adjacent to 6446 US Highway 93 S (N'LY strip of Unit-A, Whitefish South 93 Professional Bldg Condo in S01, T30N, R22W); vacant - adjacent to 6446 US Highway 93 S (N'LY of Unit-B, Whitefish South 93 Professional Bldg Condo in S01, T30N, R22W); vacant - adjacent to 6446 US Highway 93 S (N'LY strip of Unit C Whitefish South 93 Professional Bldg Condo in S01, T30N, R22W); vacant-Stormwater Detention Pond South of Mountain Mall (Tracts 1BF and 3I in S01, T30N, R22W); no address (Acres 26.99, Tract 3BB in SE4SW4 and SW4SE4 in S01, T30N, R22W); vacant adjacent to 1009 Park Avenue (N'LY portion of Tract 2 of COS 15158 in Lot 4 in S31, T31N, R21W); adjacent to 1009 Park Avenue (adjacent 10th Street Right-of-Way to the N'LY portion of Tract 2 COS 15158 in Lot 4 in S31, T31N, R21W); no address on Park Avenue (Tract 1F in Lot 4 in S31, T31N, R21W); alley adjacent to Lots 1 through 7, Block 5, PARK ADD; vacant land adjacent to Park Avenue (Tract 1 of COS 14544 in W2SW4SW4 in S32, T31N, R21W); vacant land off Ridge Crest Drive (SUN CREST ADD 1, Lot 5 (SE Portion) in S24, T31N, R21W); vacant land on Whitefish Lookout Road (Tract 2 of COS 16393 including adjacent Lookout Road in SE4SW4 in S12, T31N, R22W); and between 634 and 636 Colorado Avenue (WFSH TSTE CO 5 AC TR, S 35' of N 135' of E 120' of Lot 4, Block 1 in S25, T31N, R22W), Flathead County, Montana. Individuals may appear or submit written testimony at the hearing to comment on the proposed annexation and report on the extension of services plan to the area proposed to be annexed. The report on the extension of services and legal descriptions of those certain tracts of land are available in the office of the City Clerk as of October 4, 2016, which is at least 14 days prior to the date of the public hearing. Written comments may be delivered or mailed to the Whitefish City Clerk, 1005 Baker Avenue, PO Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937, or emailed to mhowke@cityofwhitefish.org. Additional information regarding the proposed annexation may be obtained by contacting City Manager Chuck Stearns, 1005 Baker Avenue, PO Box 158, Whitefish; MT, 406-863-2406. Interested parties are invited to attend the hearing and make known their views and concerns. Oct. 12, 19, 2016 MNAXLP.

Tuesday, October 18

October 18, 2016 4:35 p.m.

Foundation gives $1.5 million to nonprofits

Whitefish was generous again this year, donating almost $1.5 million to the Whitefish Community Foundation’s annual Great Fish Community Challenge.

October 18, 2016 4:34 p.m.

Firebrand Hotel applies to install rooftop hot tub

The developer of the Firebrand Hotel is attempting to get permission from the city for a rooftop hot tub at the hotel.

October 18, 2016 4:34 p.m.

Billi, Fern face off in race for House District 5 seat

This year’s race for representative of state House District 5 is one of a seasoned candidate versus a political newcomer.

October 18, 2016 4:34 p.m.

Hockey academy eyes Whitefish

A new hockey academy is looking to open in Whitefish and is interested in partnering with the Whitefish School District.

October 18, 2016 4:32 p.m.

Warren Harvey Scott

Warren Harvey Scott, “Scotty,” Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (retired), was born on May 21, 1923 in Cleveland, Ohio, and passed on Oct. 14, 2016 in Whitefish.

October 18, 2016 4:32 p.m.

Lady Dogs' season ends in OT thriller

The Lady Bulldogs’ stellar season came to a close as Whitefish fell in an overtime heartbreaker 3-2 Saturday in their first playoff match against the Belgrade Panthers.

October 18, 2016 4:32 p.m.

Whitefish crushes Frenchtown in blowout victory

An explosive second half for the Bulldogs led to a blowout 42-14 win against Frenchtown on Friday.

October 18, 2016 4:32 p.m.

XC wins en route to state

The Whitefish girls cross country team continued their strong season taking the team title at the Western A Classic meet Saturday at Fairmont Hot Springs.

October 18, 2016 4:31 p.m.

Bulldogs fall in playoff loss

The Bulldog boys soccer team wasn’t able to earn one more game for the year, instead falling 7-0 to powerhouse Billings Central in the first round of the playoffs Saturday.

October 18, 2016 4:31 p.m.

Vivian D. Hanel

It is with sadness that the family of Vivian D. Hanel announces her passing. She left this world peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2016 at the age of 94 at her home in Columbia Falls, surrounded by her family. She was born March 17, 1922, in Wason Flats, Montana, the youngest of nine children.

October 18, 2016 4:30 p.m.

Linda Ray, Jack Collins inducted to Hall of Fame

Annual Meeting for 2016

October 18, 2016 4:30 p.m.

Skaters head to regional competition

For the first time, Glacier Skate Academy of Whitefish is sending five girls to the juvenile qualifying level of the Pacific Northwest Regional Figure Skating Championships.

October 18, 2016 4:29 p.m.

October Patient-Centered Care Awareness month

What is Patient-Centered Care Awareness month?

October 18, 2016 4:29 p.m.

Satterlee to lead hospital foundation

Alan Satterlee is the new executive director of the North Valley Hospital Foundation.

October 18, 2016 4:28 p.m.

'Xanadu Jr.' takes stage this weekend

Valley audiences will be treated to a hilarious, roller-disco blast from the past in the upcoming production of “Xanadu Jr.” the musical presented by Alpine Kids! Theatre Project at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center this weekend.

October 18, 2016 4:27 p.m.

Fern has demonstrated leadership

There are stark differences in the House District 5 race between Dave Fern and Chet Billi. Dave’s long-term commitment to the Whitefish School Board shows his strong interest in education and his dedication to public service. For more than two decades, Dave has demonstrated leadership and a very keen understanding of the budget process, making tough decisions and working with a wide variety of individuals. He has the ability to grasp and explain very difficult issues, is thoroughly prepared and hard working.

October 18, 2016 4:27 p.m.

Making customers friends

There’s a cozy feeling inside Bear Mountain Mercantile.

October 18, 2016 4:26 p.m.

Birthday party makes getting older a little easier

The older we get, the more we can’t believe how old we are.

October 18, 2016 4:26 p.m.

Recovery from stroke takes unexpected journey

Four years ago, Whitefish resident Leslie Leroux opened her eyes and saw her family.

October 18, 2016 4:25 p.m.

'Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised]'

The Whitefish Theatre Company is thrilled to present the uniquely popular parody “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)[Revised]” as the first main stage theatre production of the 2016-2017 season.

October 18, 2016 4:25 p.m.

Flexibility key part of education at independent school

Editor’s note: Whitefish Independent High School serves students with an alternative secondary educational approach through an established culture that promotes a safe learning environment. Students who attend the school do so for a variety of reasons. Throughout the school year, students from the Indo (as they call it) plan to share their personal stories and experiences at the school.

Monday, October 17

October 17, 2016 3:55 p.m.

No headline

A man was attacked by a grizzly while he and his daughter were hiking in Haskill Basin on Sunday.

Wednesday, October 12

October 12, 2016 3:18 p.m.

No headline

Junior hockey has left the Stumptown Ice Den, again.

October 12, 2016 4:40 a.m.

Legals October 12, 2016

Tuesday, October 11

October 11, 2016 5:19 p.m.

City keeps plan to remove Depot Park building

The city of Whitefish is sticking with plans to remove its building in Depot Park after city offices vacate it next year.

October 11, 2016 5:18 p.m.

Regier, Hartman vie for Senate District 3 seat

The race for Senate District 3 features a race between Republican Keith Regier and Democrat Melissa Hartman.

October 11, 2016 5:18 p.m.

Residents speak out against annexation

Even before City Council passed a resolution signaling its intent to consider annexing a scattering of properties across the city, some of those property owners last week told Council they don’t want to join the city.

October 11, 2016 5:16 p.m.

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The Bulldog athletic program hosted a very successful high school and middle school cross country race on the Whitefish Lake Golf Course Thursday, Oct. 6, thanks in large part to the willingness of course managers and the WLGC board for allowing the event to occur. Our home team and the other 11 participating schools were treated to an amazing racing environment that produced fast, confidence-boosting times. This is exactly what our high school athletes need as we head into conference championships Oct. 15 and then state on Oct. 22. We are grateful for Tim Olson, club pro at WLGC, and his board of directors, for their can do attitude and for being such advocates for the kids of our community. We are so very fortunate, thank you Tim and WLGC!

October 11, 2016 5:15 p.m.

Fern invested in his community

I am writing this letter in support of David Fern as he seeks a seat in the Montana Legislature. I have seen his dedication to hard work and his investment in his community firsthand. As a businessman he has done work for me at my property. As a school board member for the Whitefish School Board, he worked with me when I worked as a teacher in Whitefish for many years. As a businessman and a community leader, Dave Fern has shown me that he has what it takes to be a trusted leader for our state.

October 11, 2016 5:14 p.m.

Olga Eleanor Campbell

Olga Eleanor Campbell, 93, passed to her heavenly home on Oct. 2, 2016, surrounded by her family.

October 11, 2016 5:14 p.m.

Passion for people

Marianne Dyon’s life is organized around people.

October 11, 2016 5:13 p.m.

Troop 1917 busy helping, learning, having fun

Boy Scout Troop 1917 of Whitefish had a busy summer.

October 11, 2016 5:13 p.m.

Billi has energy, good ideas

When you encounter Chet Billi during his door to door campaign in Whitefish, test him out. He would love to debate political issues with you. We need him in the legislature because of his energy, keen mind and good ideas. Besides he would lower the average age in Legislature and raise the average IQ!

October 11, 2016 5:12 p.m.

Lady Dogs ready for postseason

The Lady Bulldogs (9-3-0) ended the regular season in an offensive fury, netting 8 goals to blank Libby 8-0 and secure their place as Northwest A champions.

October 11, 2016 5:12 p.m.

Girls XC takes 1st, boys 2nd at Whitefish Invite

The Whitefish girls cross country team took gold at home during Thursday’s Whitefish Invite at Whitefish Lake Golf Club.

October 11, 2016 5:12 p.m.

Dogs return to playoffs

After failing to make the playoffs last season, the Bulldogs earned a postseason match after splitting their final two conference soccer matches last week, besting Polson but falling to Libby.

October 11, 2016 5:12 p.m.

Lady Dogs split road matches

The Lady Bulldogs (5-4) split their two conference volleyball matches last week, falling to undefeated Columbia Falls on Thursday but taking down Polson a few days later.

October 11, 2016 5:11 p.m.

Dogs struggle to stop Cats offense

Whitefish had a tough night Friday at Memorial Field falling to undefeated Columbia Falls, 42-0.

October 11, 2016 5:11 p.m.

Gianforte has unique skills to be governor

Rarely do we have an opportunity to have someone in the Governor’s Mansion with the unique skills that Greg Gianforte possesses. In a recent opinion piece I wrote I discussed the demise of good, working class families. Salvaging our working class is critical to our economic future. The most crucial race this fall impacting Montana families is the governor’s race.

October 11, 2016 5:11 p.m.

Hydropower production above estimates

After four years in operation, Whitefish’s hydroelectric power system is producing energy above estimates.

October 11, 2016 5:10 p.m.

Parks advocacy group gives Zinke, Daines, an F

A national parks advocacy group has given failing grades to Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke and Steve Daines for their votes over the past year on Park Service related issues.

October 11, 2016 5:10 p.m.

Symphony plans cosmic performances for 34th season

Glacier Symphony and Chorale begins its 34th season this weekend.

October 11, 2016 5:10 p.m.

Part of First Street to be no parking zone

Whitefish City Council Oct. 3 approved a no parking zone for the section of East First Street that is closest to the city’s under construction parking garage.

October 11, 2016 5:10 p.m.

Settlement with former police officer challenged

The Montana Public Employees Association has asked the Montana Supreme Court to overturn a lower court’s ruling that ordered the organization to pay a former Whitefish Police officer more than $100,000 for the mishandling of an employment grievance.

October 11, 2016 5:09 p.m.

Species introductions to lake could be disaster

In 1968, mysis shrimp were transplanted by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks from Waterton Lake, Alberta, to several lakes in northwestern Montana. Whitefish Lake and McGregor Lakes received the first plant in June of that year and were also part of the second plant in September. During 1968, 1975 and 1976 mysis shrimp were transplanted to 12 lakes in our area, including; Ashley, Bull, Crystal, Dickey, Holland, Little Bitterroot, McGregor, Middle Thompson, Spar, Swan, Tally and Whitefish Lakes.

Monday, October 10

October 10, 2016 1:12 p.m.

No headline

The Whitefish Legacy Partners half marathon and trail run was held Sunday on the Whitefish Trail.

Wednesday, October 5

October 5, 2016 2:50 p.m.

Legals October 5, 2016

No. 2342 WHITEFISH PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The regular meeting of the Whitefish Planning Board will be held on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 6:00 pm in the Whitefish City Council Chambers at 1005 Baker Avenue. During the meeting, the Board will hold a public hearing on the items listed below. Upon receipt of the recommendation by the Planning Board, the Whitefish City Council will also hold a subsequent public hearing for items 1-2 on Monday, November 7, 2016 and items 3-5 on Monday, November 21, 2016. City Council meetings start at 7:10 pm at 1005 Baker Avenue in the Whitefish City Council Chambers. 1. A request by Cottonwood llc to develop a 23-lot subdivision. The property is zoned WR-2 (Two-Family Residential District). It is addressed as 709 & 711 Colorado Avenue and can be legally described as Whitefish Townsite Company 5 Acre Tracts, Block 2, Lot 6 in S25, T31N, R22W. (WPP 16-03) Compton-Ring 2. A request by Whitefish Hotel Group to amend Condition #22 of Condition Use Permit WCUP 14-11 in order to install a hot tub on the roof of the hotel. The property is zoned WB-3 (General Business District). It is addressed as 650 E 3rd Street and can be legally described as Whitefish Original Townsite, Block 46, Amended Lots 1-18 in S36, T31N, R22W. (WCUP 14-11A) Compton-Ring 3. A request by the City of Whitefish to rezone one parcel recently annexed into City limits from County R-1 (Suburban Residential) to WSR (Suburban Residential District). The property is unaddressed off Highway 93 West, and can be legally described as Parcel C of Certificate of Survey No. 20213, in the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 31N, Range 22W. (WZC 16-07) Minnich 4. A request by the City of Whitefish to rezone one parcel recently annexed into City limits from County R-3 (One Family Residential) to WR-1 (One-Family Residential District). The subject property is located at 835 West 7th Street and can be legally described as Lot 1 in Torgerson Subdivision located in NW1/4SW1/4 of in Section 36, Township 21N, Range 22W. (WZC 16-08) Minnich 5. A request by the City of Whitefish to rezone one parcel recently annexed into City limits from County R-1 (Suburban Residential) to WSR (Suburban Residential District). The subject property is located at 2045 Lion Mountain Loop Road and can be legally described as Tract 1DF in Section 35, Township 21N, Range 22W. (WZC 16-09) Minnich Documents pertaining to these agenda items are available for review at the Whitefish Planning & Building Department, 510 Railway Street during regular business hours. Inquiries are welcomed. Interested parties are invited to attend the hearing and make known their views and concerns. Comments in writing may be forwarded to the Whitefish Planning & Building Department at the above address prior to the hearing or via email: dtaylor@cityofwhitefish.org. For questions or further information regarding these proposals, phone 406-863-2410. WHITEFISH PLANNING BOARD Ken Meckel, Chair October 5, 2016 MNAXLP

October 5, 2016 9:16 a.m.

Glacier Symphony and Chorale announces full line up of concerts

Glacier Symphony and Chorale announces its complete concert lineup for the 34th Season. “Cosmic Vibrations” is the aptly named theme of the season that Music Director John Zoltek says is ‘out of this world’ with its variety of concerts and soloists.

Tuesday, October 4

October 4, 2016 4:54 p.m.

Schools participate in active shooter training

A police officer stands in a classroom at Whitefish High School speaking to a group of teachers when the sounds of gunshots ring out from down the hallway.

October 4, 2016 4:53 p.m.

Happy with work on West Seventh

As the work on West Seventh Street concludes we would like to thank Chris and the crew from LHC as well as the folks from Robert Peccia and Associates and the subs for making what we imagined would be the summer from Hell into a very minor inconvenience. They could not have been more considerate and good spirited.

October 4, 2016 4:52 p.m.

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An extensive evaluation of Muldown Elementary this summer has reinforced the need to find solutions for the issues facing the 50-year-old building, and a community stakeholder group is beginning that work.

October 4, 2016 4:44 p.m.

School warns of fundraising scam

Whitefish High School is warning businesses owners to be aware of a fundraising scam by a company that claims to be associated with the school.

October 4, 2016 4:44 p.m.

Community School invests in future

For the Whitefish Community School, doing things different has always been the motto.

October 4, 2016 4:43 p.m.

Don K makes donation to schools

Don K Subaru recently made a donation to Muldown Elementary and the Whitefish Christian Academy.

October 4, 2016 4:43 p.m.

Life of a high school senior full of tough decisions

As senior year rolls around the corner, many students face the tough decision of where to spend the next four years of their lives. And boy is it a hard one. This decision decides the rest of your life. It decides what sports team you’re going to root for, what friends you’re going to make, and even what career you will pursue. This decision is the biggest you will ever make.

October 4, 2016 4:42 p.m.

City aims to increase funds collected for affordable housing

As the result of rising home costs, the city of Whitefish will increase its voluntary cash-in-lieu fee for developers wishing to take advantage of an affordable housing bonus for new subdivisions.

October 4, 2016 4:42 p.m.

Worries about bear in tree, bear walking on sidewalk

Monday, Sept. 26

October 4, 2016 4:42 p.m.

Ruth Marie Shirley Watterud

Ruth Marie Shirley Watterud, born Dec. 28, 1921 in Stidham, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, Oct. 3, 2016 surrounded by her family at her home in Whitefish.

October 4, 2016 4:41 p.m.

Jay Wesley Shrode III

Jay Shrode III, 59, of Hendersonville, passed away Monday, Sept. 12, 2016.

October 4, 2016 4:41 p.m.

Shirley Jean Potter

Shirley Jean Potter, 83, passed away peacefully with family and friends by her side on Sept. 22, 2016 in Whitefish.

October 4, 2016 4:41 p.m.

Larry Doyle

Larry Doyle, 81, passed away Sept. 16, 2016 after battling Alzheimer’s for many years.

October 4, 2016 4:40 p.m.

Lady Dogs stay perfect in conference play

The Whitefish girls soccer team racked up another big conference win Thursday, beating Columbia Falls 2-1 at Flip Darling Field.

October 4, 2016 4:40 p.m.

Soccer fights for playoff spot

Two late goals from the Wildcats were the deciding factor in a close 2-0 loss for the Bulldogs Thursday night.

October 4, 2016 4:40 p.m.

Girls golf takes 2nd in state tournament

The Whitefish girls golf team concluded a strong season with a second place finish at the Class A state golf tournament in Hamilton on Saturday.

October 4, 2016 4:39 p.m.

Bulldogs take on Cats in rival matchup

Whitefish fell to Polson 38-0 in a tough offensive night Friday for the Bulldogs.

October 4, 2016 4:39 p.m.

'World's biggest workout' at The Wave Oct. 15

The Wave is participating in a global workout this month.

October 4, 2016 4:39 p.m.

XC wins at Thompson Falls

XC girls take title

October 4, 2016 4:38 p.m.

Volleyball splits doubleheader

The Lady Bulldogs split their weekend doubleheader at home, dropping a close match to Corvallis before sweeping Hamilton.

October 4, 2016 4:38 p.m.

Youth bike patrol great experience

Earlier this year in order to spend more time with my daughter, ride my bike more and do something beneficial for the community, we signed up for youth bike patrol through Whitefish Legacy Partners.

Monday, October 3

October 3, 2016 4:25 p.m.