Ellington

North Valley Hospital selects new CEO

The chief executive officer from a hospital in Chelan, Washington, has been named as the next CEO for North Valley Hospital.

Storm could bring whiteout conditions to Flathead Valley

An Arctic air mass is expected to bring the next snow event to northwest Montana this weekend.

PHOTOS: Students show off musical talents

Whitefish students performed recently during band and choir concerts at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

Legals December 27, 2017

No. 2405 WHITEFISH CITY PLANNING BOARD There is one (1) county vacancy which will become vacant at the end of the year. The two-year term will run from January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. All county positions are appointed by the Flathead County Commissioners. To be considered for a county position the applicants must reside within the planning jurisdictional area but outside the city limits of Whitefish. TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THESE POSITIONS: 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: Mary Fisher 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 Tuesday, January 2, 2018. For additional information and specific qualifications please call 755-8200. December 20, 27, 2017 MNAXLP

Board splits on recommending affordable housing for snow lot

The Whitefish Planning Board split in its decision last week on a preliminary step in the process that could lead to affordable housing being constructed on the city’s snow lot downtown.

AIS prevention program in jeopardy following budget cuts

The Flathead Basin Commission’s effort to harden the line against invasive zebra and quagga mussels is in doubt.

Bonsai gets favorable recommendation for expansion request

Noting that the business has been a “good neighbor,” the Whitefish Planning Board last week gave a positive recommendation for a proposed expansion of Bonsai Brewing Project.

Skate Academy performances this weekend

Glacier Skate Academy will be performing “New Year’s On Ice” Dec. 30 and 31 at the Stumptown Ice Den in Whitefish.

It's time to make neighborliness part of the equation

Seeking approval of a new development can often pit neighbors against developers and the decision maker, in this case the Whitefish City Council, can get caught in the challenging position of trying to balance competing interests. Land use decisions are rarely black and white, but when they include the principle of neighborliness, such decisions often become fairer and thus easier for all to find common ground on.

Bill looking to name peak for late conservationist passes Senate

The U.S. Senate last week passed a bill to name a 9,765-foot peak as “Alex Diekmann Peak” in honor of the late renowned Montana conservationist.

Whitefish firefighters work on Thomas Fire in California

Firefighters from the Whitefish Fire Department are part of a strike team from Flathead County that have been working on the Thomas Fire in California. Firefighters from Whitefish include Captain Cole Hadley, task force leader Ben Fassnacht, and Cole Lackey and Sal Baccaro. The Whitefish team arrived in California on Dec. 5 and had hoped to return home by Christmas Eve, Hadley told the Pilot last week.

Mount Cleveland Five: A mountain and a tragedy

In mid-September, 1976, three young men in their 20s, Terry G. Kennedy, Jim Kanzler and Steve Jackson, made a first ascent of Mount Cleveland’s north face in Glacier National Park.

Stumptown sets winter class schedule

Stumptown Art Studio is offering a blast of art classes and workshops for youths and adults. The first session for the kids starts up on Jan. 2.

Bulldogs fall to Libby in tight game

The Bulldogs were unable to overcome a six-point deficit Thursday night against Libby at home.

Lady Dogs fall to Loggers on road

Whitefish lost to Libby on the road Thursday in a Western A conference game.

Elvera Louise 'Tootie' Hyer

Elvera Louise ‘Tootie’ Hyer died peacefully at her residence at La Posada in Green Valley, Arizona, on Dec. 16, 2017.

Daron Kenneth Lime

Cabela’s lost one of its most dedicated customers on Dec. 20, 2017 when Daron Kenneth Lime, bane to elk and trout everywhere, went off on his next adventure to meet his Creator. Former Marine, NRA instructor, fisherman, hunter, diver, golfer, horseman, boxing coach and master mechanic, Daron had a joke (usually inappropriate) for every occasion and never missed an opportunity to help those in need or tease a friend. “I told you my feet were killing me!” is what he hoped to have on his headstone (sorry, Daron!)

Author pens book based on affection for Montana

When Cooke Boyd visited Montana in 1996, he returned home with a story untold and a life not yet lived.

Trail users bring in $6 million to local economy

It’s no surprise that the Whitefish Trail is popular — a weekend hike on Lion Mountain will prove that — but a new study shows the trail is also a big economic driver for the community.

Olympic ski jumper Eddie the Eagle set to appear at Winter Carnival

Whitefish Winter Carnival will host Olympian ski jumper Eddie the Eagle in February to serve as grand marshal of the Grand Parade and a few lucky folks will get the chance to go backcountry skiing with the celebrity.

Legals December 20, 2017

No. 2404 INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS ARTICULATED WHEEL LOADER Notice is hereby given that sealed Bids will be publicly opened at 11:30 A.M. Mountain Time, Wednesday December 28, 2017 by the City of Whitefish, Montana ("City"), for a Articulated Wheel Loader. Bids will be accepted on or before the above specified time and date at the Public Works Dept, City Hall, 418 E. 2nd Street, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, Montana, 59937. Bids must be sealed and marked, "BID FOR ARTICULATED WHEEL LOADER: WHITEFISH, MONTANA" in the lower left hand corner of the envelope. Specifications, bid forms, and contract documents may be inspected or obtained at the Public Works Department Office, City Hall, Whitefish, Montana. All proposals or Bids offered shall be accompanied by the Bid security in the form specified in MCA § 181203, which includes, but is not limited to, certified check, cashier's check, bank draft, bid bond, guarantee bond, or surety bond, payable to the City of Whitefish, Montana for an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the aggregate of said proposal. The City shall publicly open and examine all proposals; provided, however, that no proposal shall be considered unless accompanied by aforementioned monies, check, draft or bond. The City may reject any and all proposals or bids should it deem this for the public good and also may reject the bid of any party who has been delinquent or unfaithful in any former contract or public works project with the City. The monies, check, draft, or bond accompanying any rejected proposals or Bids shall be immediately returned, all others shall be held by the City Clerk until a contract for providing such equipment, as hereinafter described, has been entered into, whereupon the Bid security shall be returned to all unsuccessful Bidders. If selected Bidder fails, neglects, or refuses to enter into said contract or otherwise fails to perform on such contract, then the monies, check, draft, or bond accompanying his Bid, and the amount therein provided shall be declared to be forfeited to the City as provided by MCA § 181204. Pursuant to Section 18-1-102, Montana Code Annotated, the City is required to provide purchasing preferences to resident Montana vendors and/or for products made in Montana equal to the preferences provided in the state of the competitor. The City reserves the right to determine the significance of all exceptions to bid specifications. Products or services that do not meet bid specifications must be clearly marked as an exception to the specifications. Vendors requesting inclusion or pre-approved alternatives to any of these bid specifications must receive written authorization from the Construction and Maintenance Supervisor a minimum of 5 working days prior to the closing of bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids if all bids are rejected to re- advertise under the same or new specifications, or to make such an award as in the judgement of its officials that best meets the City's requirements. The City reserves the right to waive any technicality in the bidding which is not of substantial nature. Any objections to published specifications must be filed in written form with the Public Works Director prior to the bid opening at 11:30 AM, Wednesday November 29th 2017. Bidders may obtain further information and specifications from the Public Works Department, City Hall, Whitefish Montana at (406) 863-2460. Bid announcements and bid results are posted on the City's website at www.cityofwhitefish.org. No Bidder may withdraw his Bid for at least forty-five (45) days after the scheduled time for receipt of Bids. /s/ Craig Workman Public Works Director City of Whitefish, Montana December 13, 20, 2017 MNAXLP

Whitefish Review available for purchase at national book store

Barnes & Noble stores across the nation will carry Whitefish Review’s new “Rising Voices” issue.

City creates housing committee

Whitefish has created a strategic housing steering committee to work on creating affordable workforce housing in the city.

City's climate action plan expected to be released in spring

Whitefish may have a climate action plan in place by this spring to guide future ways the city can prepare for impacts from climate change.

Columbia Falls selects Curtis as new judge

Whitefish attorney Kristi L. Curtis has been selected as the new Columbia Falls city judge.

Study suggests fee increase could price people out of parks

A new study by the University of Montana Institute of Tourism and Research argues that while an increase in weekly fees to large national parks like Yellowstone and Glacier will result in more funds for the Park Service, it could mean less money to neighboring businesses.

FREEFLOW club provides unconventional learning

At Whitefish High School the words environmental club do not begin to describe the extensive work and research of FREEFLOW.

Fiscal responsibility is paying for things we buy

Here they are again. Those pesky tax and spend Democrats throwing obstacles in the way of Republican progress on tax reform. When will they ever learn.

North Valley Hospital: Review of 2017

North Valley Hospital is celebrating 2017 and looking back at a wonderful year of community partnerships, service, and progress. As always, we are honored to provide patient-centered care in the community, and pleased to make our Planetree philosophy and culture of safety a core value for employees, administration, staff, and everyone we serve.

Vendors thanked for donating to Food Bank

In this holiday season, we want to remember the generosity of the vendors at the Whitefish Farmer’s Market. Each Tuesday this summer they donated freely as we approached them pulling the red wagons to collect for the North Valley Food Bank. An impressive total of 1,735 pounds was donated. How good to be part of a town that so wholeheartedly supports this program.

Soroptimists thank Xanterra for apparel donation

On behalf of the Soroptimist International of Whitefish I would like to offer a heartfelt thank you to Marc Ducharme and the entire Xanterra corporation for their generous gift of many brand new items of apparel. These all came from the Lake McDonald Lodge and arrived on our doorstep accompanied by three men all decked out in Santa hats.

Bonsai brewery expansion plan goes before planning board

A plan for the expansion of Bonsai Brewing Project heads Thursday before the Whitefish Planning Board.

Read to Tuie

There’s nothing quite like settling in with a good book, but it’s even better when you have a furry companion to read to.

Savings in Muldown bonds should lower cost to taxpayers

Final figures for the bonds to construct a new Muldown Elementary School show that taxpayers will pay less than previously estimated.

Schools partnering again with My Student in Need program

Whitefish Schools is once again teaming up with the My Student in Need program to help provide students in the Whitefish School District with needs they may have.

Spirit of Christmas past

The Christmas of 1903 was noted as being rather sparse in terms of decorations and celebrations. The new town of Whitefish was just beginning, not many permanent residents were in the area and only a few merchants. Those merchants did a landmark business, though, due to the presence of hundreds of railroad workers who were engaged in the building of the new Great Northern mainline through Whitefish.

Photographer tells students to end stereotypes by sharing story of their own community

Photographer Peter DiCampo was working in Africa when he began to notice a trend in his work.

Citizens group studies safety issues facing schools

A citizens work group has been tasked with examining safety and security issues related to the Whitefish School District and looking for ways it can improve in the future.

Flathead releases draft record of decision for Forest plan

After four years of meetings, field trips and more than 33,000 public comments, Flathead National Forest Supervisor Chip Weber Thursday released the draft record of decision and final environmental impact statement for the Flathead National Forest plan.

Study shows some moose just fall over, dead

Several years ago, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks began hearing from sportsmen that there didn’t seem to be as many moose in the woods as there used to be. So FWP decided to embark on a 10-year study of moose in Montana.

Christmas decorations taken, smashed

Monday, Dec. 11

Lorraine Jones

Lorraine Jones, 93, died at North Valley Hospital on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017.

Dale Allan Harrold

Dale Allan Harrold, 62, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017 at his home in Olney. Dale was born in Edmonton Alberta, Canada, on Aug. 10, 1955 to David and Margaret (Crowe) Harrold.

Bulldogs drop heartbreaker at home to Browning

It was a tough weekend for the Bulldogs, who dropped two conference battles.

Lady Dogs sink Pirates for first win

The Lady Bulldogs notched their first victory of the season in a strong 52-38 win over Polson on Friday.

Whitefish wrestlers earn spots on podium in Libby, Eureka

Whitefish wrestlers got plenty of time on the mat this past week.

Organizers vote to hold regional games for Special Olympics

The Glacier Area Management Team for Special Olympics Montana has unanimously voted in favor of hosting Regional Winter Games in lieu of the canceled State Winter Games.

Swimmers compete with top schools

Whitefish swimmers held their own against top competition at the Great Falls Relay Meet over the weekend.

Speech takes second

The rivalry between Whitefish and Columbia Falls speech and debate teams continued on Saturday, with another first and second-place finish by the two teams.

Planning Board OKs RV Park; heads to commissioners

The Flathead County Planning Board last week voted to forward a recommendation of approval for a new RV Park west of Columbia Falls to the Flathead County Commissioners on a 5-2 vote.

Big Mountain saw different kind of skiing in the 30s

Lady Fusion pick up trio of wins in Idaho

The Flathead Lady Fusion 14U went 3-0 this weekend at the Moscow Idaho girls hockey festival.

Bowling Scores

Nov. 26- Dec. 1

Winter storms could create dangerous travel conditions

A winter storm out of Canada is expected to bring heavy snow to valley locations for the first half of the week, followed by more snow and cold later this week.

Founders Day celebration honors key figures in Big Mountain skiing

Family and friends of the men who pioneered skiing on Big Mountain gathered Thursday morning at Whitefish Mountain Resort to honor their legacy during the ski hill’s 70th birthday.

Celebrating seven decades of skiing, heritage center opens Dec. 14

This column is brought to you by the Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation and the Ski Heritage Center Museum of Skiing. Enjoy these fascinating stories about the rich and colorful history of skiing in the Flathead Valley.

Dogs open with slam dunk over Eureka

The shots were falling right away for the Dogs in their season-opening 72-36 thrashing of Eureka.

Celebrating 70 years of skiing slopes on Big Mountain

On Dec. 14, 1947, the Big Mountain ran its lifts for the first time, taking skiers up the mountain at the low price of $2 per lift ticket.

Legals December 13, 2017

No. 2404 INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS ARTICULATED WHEEL LOADER Notice is hereby given that sealed Bids will be publicly opened at 11:30 A.M. Mountain Time, Wednesday December 28, 2017 by the City of Whitefish, Montana ("City"), for a Articulated Wheel Loader. Bids will be accepted on or before the above specified time and date at the Public Works Dept, City Hall, 418 E. 2nd Street, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, Montana, 59937. Bids must be sealed and marked, "BID FOR ARTICULATED WHEEL LOADER: WHITEFISH, MONTANA" in the lower left hand corner of the envelope. Specifications, bid forms, and contract documents may be inspected or obtained at the Public Works Department Office, City Hall, Whitefish, Montana. All proposals or Bids offered shall be accompanied by the Bid security in the form specified in MCA § 181203, which includes, but is not limited to, certified check, cashier's check, bank draft, bid bond, guarantee bond, or surety bond, payable to the City of Whitefish, Montana for an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the aggregate of said proposal. The City shall publicly open and examine all proposals; provided, however, that no proposal shall be considered unless accompanied by aforementioned monies, check, draft or bond. The City may reject any and all proposals or bids should it deem this for the public good and also may reject the bid of any party who has been delinquent or unfaithful in any former contract or public works project with the City. The monies, check, draft, or bond accompanying any rejected proposals or Bids shall be immediately returned, all others shall be held by the City Clerk until a contract for providing such equipment, as hereinafter described, has been entered into, whereupon the Bid security shall be returned to all unsuccessful Bidders. If selected Bidder fails, neglects, or refuses to enter into said contract or otherwise fails to perform on such contract, then the monies, check, draft, or bond accompanying his Bid, and the amount therein provided shall be declared to be forfeited to the City as provided by MCA § 181204. Pursuant to Section 18-1-102, Montana Code Annotated, the City is required to provide purchasing preferences to resident Montana vendors and/or for products made in Montana equal to the preferences provided in the state of the competitor. The City reserves the right to determine the significance of all exceptions to bid specifications. Products or services that do not meet bid specifications must be clearly marked as an exception to the specifications. Vendors requesting inclusion or pre-approved alternatives to any of these bid specifications must receive written authorization from the Construction and Maintenance Supervisor a minimum of 5 working days prior to the closing of bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids if all bids are rejected to re- advertise under the same or new specifications, or to make such an award as in the judgement of its officials that best meets the City's requirements. The City reserves the right to waive any technicality in the bidding which is not of substantial nature. Any objections to published specifications must be filed in written form with the Public Works Director prior to the bid opening at 11:30 AM, Wednesday November 29th 2017. Bidders may obtain further information and specifications from the Public Works Department, City Hall, Whitefish Montana at (406) 863-2460. Bid announcements and bid results are posted on the City's website at www.cityofwhitefish.org. No Bidder may withdraw his Bid for at least forty-five (45) days after the scheduled time for receipt of Bids. /s/ Craig Workman Public Works Director City of Whitefish, Montana December 13, 20, 2017 MNAXLP

Giving season

Tis the season of giving — and the North Valley Food Bank hopes to provide 200 holiday meals to families who are in-need this Christmas.

Playground project gets funding boost, still needs donations

The construction of a new playground at Smith Fields got an extra boost after Weyerhaeuser last week donated a $2,500 grant to the project.

Events mark 70th anniversary

Two events on Thursday, Dec. 14 will celebrate the 70th anniversary of skiing on Big Mountain.

City plans 'Snow Sculpture Symposium' for Winter Carnival

The city of Whitefish is planning to hold a Snow Sculpture Symposium planned for the weekend of Whitefish Winter Carnival on Feb. 2 through Feb. 4, 2018.

Christian Academy Headmaster sweats for a cause

Whitefish Christian Academy Headmaster Col. George Bristol began exercising Thursday at about 4:30 a.m. and by about 10:40 a.m. had completed 4,000 repetitions.

Council sets salary for new Municipal Judge

Whitefish City Council last week approved a salary for new Municipal Judge Bill Hileman.

Traffic concerns delay decision on Wisconsin Ave. development

Whitefish City Council will make a decision on a 102-unit housing development after the New Year after concerns were raised last week about the traffic impacts it could have on an already busy Wisconsin Avenue.

Linda Lee Bakeberg

Linda Lee Bakeberg, 79, died peacefully at home near Seattle, Washington, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017.

Food bank asks for assistance in providing holiday meals

We can make this holiday bright for those who could use some help.

Speech finishes first in Kalispell

Whitefish students came out on top during last weekend’s Kalispell Classic speech and debate tournament.

Lady Dogs drop close games in Tip-Off Tourney

The Lady Dogs have started their season with a clear improvement in scoring, but haven’t been able to finish down the stretch.

Wrestlers take down Bigfork, Browning at home

Whitefish wrestlers defended their home turf with a pair of wins over Browning and Bigfork on Friday.

14U hockey gets gold in Missoula

The valleywide 14U Glacier Avalanche Bantam Black hockey team won the Bantam Blastoff Tournament last weekend in Missoula.

Photos: Christmas Stroll

Hundreds of folks walked Central Avenue Friday evening for the annual Whitefish Chamber of Commerce Christmas Stroll.

City grants Firebrand ability to operate with full bar

The Firebrand Hotel downtown has received city approval to operate with a full bar, rather than just serving wine and beer as it currently does.

Resort celebrates new lift on opening day

Fog and freezing temperatures did little to sway opening-day crowds at Whitefish Mountain Resort, which saw more than 1,550 visitors at the start of its 70th season Thursday. Skiers and snowboarders coursed down 29 of the resort’s 105 marked trails in temperatures in the teens and 20s on a moderate 31-inch base.

Following flu deaths, heath department reminds folks to get vaccinated

Two Flathead County residents have died from the flu, marking the state’s first influenza-related deaths this season, the Flathead City-County Health Department reported Wednesday.

Fuller, school district reach settlement over reprimand dispute

Whitefish High School’s former head volleyball coach and the school district reached a settlement Tuesday regarding how the coach was disciplined earlier this year in response to an interview she did with The Daily Inter Lake.

Christmas Stroll downtown celebrates holiday season

Whitefish will celebrate the arrival of the holiday season with the annual Christmas Stroll Friday, Dec. 8.

Historian creates digital archive detailing Great Northern, Flathead County

Flathead historian Kevin McCready has spent 14 years digging through historic newspaper articles, conducting interviews and sifting through old family photo albums.

Special Olympics CEO says change in Winter Games should serve more athletes

Special Olympics Montana hopes creating regional winter games will result in it serving more athletes in the state.

Mixed-use project approved for former Idaho Timber site

A new life is likely ahead for the former Idaho Timber site on the west side of Whitefish.

Costume crew uses talents to help tell classic 'Miracle on 34th Street'

Santa Claus' jacket is a rich red velour with delicate snowflakes that shimmer in the light, set off by an embroidered trim and capped with snow white fur.

Resort opens with limited terrain

While there isn’t much snow on the ground downtown, Whitefish Mountain Resort has enough powder to open for the season tomorrow.

Legals December 6, 2017

No. 2403 WHITEFISH PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The regular meeting of the Whitefish Planning Board will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at 6:00 pm in the Whitefish City Council Chambers at 418 E Second Street. During the meeting, the Board will hold a public hearing on the items listed below. Upon receipt of the recommendation from the Planning Board, the Whitefish City Council will hold a subsequent public hearing for items 1-3 on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, and items 4-6 on Tuesday January 16, 2018. City Council meetings start at 7:10 pm at 418 E Second Street in the Whitefish City Council Chambers on the second floor. A request by Bonsai Brewing Project for a Conditional Use Permit to expand their micro-brewery to add additional storage and cooking facilities in an adjacent building. The business is located at 549 Wisconsin and will expand into the building at 635 Denver, Densin Subdivision Lots 1 and 2, T31N R22W. WCUP 17-12 (Taylor) A request by the City of Whitefish to rezone 52 parcels annexed into City limits from County R-1 (Suburban Residential) to WSR (Suburban Residential District). The properties can be legally described as 2016, 2024 and 2032 E. Lakeshore Dr.; 2048 E. Lakeshore Dr.; 2054 E. Lakeshore Dr.; 2060 Houston Dr.; 2066 Houston Dr.; 2080 Houston Dr.; 2092 Houston Dr.; 2094 Houston Dr.; 2098 Houston Dr.; 2108 Houston Dr.; 2104 Houston Dr.; 2100 Houston Dr.; 2114 Houston Dr.; 2020 Houston Dr.; 2128 Houston Dr.; 2130 Houston Dr.; 2138 Houston Dr.; 2162 Houston Dr.; 2186 Houston Dr.; 2190 Houston Dr.; 2194 Houston Dr.; no address (Lot A of the Amended Plat of Lots 1, 2, & 3 of Houston Lakeshore Tracts in S23 and S24, T31N, R22W); no address (Perkins BLA Lot 4 in S23, T31N, R22W); no address (Perkins BLA Lot 3 in S23, T31N, R22W); no address (Perkins BLA Lot 2 in S23, T31N, R22W); no address (Houston Lakeshore Tracts, Lot 19 TR C, Lot 20 TR D, Lot 35 TR A & ABND ST in S23, T31N, R22W); no address (Houston Lakeshore Tracts, Lot 22 TR AC, Lot 23 TR A, Lot 35 TR AEA, Houston Lakeshore Tracts, PT Lot 19, 20, 35 AMD, Lot 2 1/5 INTEREST in S23, T31N, R 22W); no address (Houston Lakeshore Tracts, PT Lot 19, 20, 35 AMD, Lot 2 1/5 INTEREST in S23, T31N, R22W); no address (Wagner Subdivision, Lot 2 in S23, T31N, R22W); no address (Houston Lakeshore Tracts, Lot 21 TR C & Lot 22 TR A in S23, T31N, R22W); no address (Houston Lakeshore Tracts, Lot 22 TR AD in S23, T31N, R22W); and the South 1/2 of Houston Drive right-of-way in S23, T31N, R22W P.M.M., Flathead County. WZC 17-22 (Minnich) A request by the City of Whitefish to rezone 24 parcels annexed into City limits from County R-2 (One Family Limited Residential) to WER (Estate Residential District). The properties can be legally described as 2260 E. Lakeshore Dr.; 2175 Houston Dr.; 161 Duff Ln.; 157 Duff Ln.; 155 Duff Ln.; 151 Duff Ln.; 149 Duff Ln.; 145 Duff Ln.; 135 Duff Ln.; 2155 Houston Dr.; 156 Duff Ln.; 100 Duff Ln.; 125 Duff Ln.; 2125 Houston Dr.; 2111 Houston Dr.; 2119 Houston Dr.; 2103 Houston Dr.; 2089 Houston Dr.; 2081 Houston Dr.; no address Tract 1ABC in Lot 1 in S23, T31N, R22W; Duff Lane Right-of-Way (full width of the Duff Lane right-of-way in S23, T31N, R22W) and the North 1/2 of Houston Drive right-of-way in S23, T31N, R22W P.M.M., Flathead County. WZC 17-23 (Minnich) A request by Eighth Street llc for a Conditional Use Permit in order to develop a residential triplex and convert an existing structure into a professional office. The property is zoned WR-3 (Low Density Multi-Family Residential District), is located at 144 W 2nd Street and can be legally described as Lot 8, Grandview Addition in Section 36 Township 31 North Range 22 W, P.M.M., Flathead County. WCUP 17-13 (Compton-Ring) A request by the City of Whitefish to change the zoning on the western half of an abandoned road right-of-way adjacent to 325 Haugen Heights Road from un-zoned to WER (Estate Residential), WZC 17-21 (Lindh) A request by the City of Whitefish to amend the Whitefish Downtown Business District Master Plan (2015) to show the Future Land Use of the City Snow Lot at Columbia and Railway designated for multi-family residential rather than parking, and other associated minor amendments, WGPA 17-01 (Lindh) Documents pertaining to these agenda items are available for review at the Whitefish Planning & Building Department, 418 E Second Street, during regular business hours and on the City's webpage: www.cityofwhitefish.org under Planning Board. Inquiries are welcomed. Interested parties are invited to attend the meeting 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 Steve Qunell, Chair December 6, 2017 MNAXLP

Applicants sought for women's dental program

The enrollment period is underway for Soroptimist International of Whitefish’s Smile of Hope dental program for women.

Special Olympics cancels statewide winter games

Special Olympics Montana will not hold its 2018 State Winter Games in Whitefish as previously planned.

WTC holds audtions

The Whitefish Theatre Co. is holding auditions for the winter production of “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane”, a family production that will be performed in February and March of 2018.

Play based on 1947 movie asks audience to believe in Santa

The family classic “Miracle on 34th Street” is the Whitefish Theatre Company’s holiday show this season at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish.

Stumptown Art holiday classes

The Stumptown Art Studio is offering several classes during the month of December.

Questions about off-leash dogs

Monday, Nov. 27

Kenneth Pottorff

Kenneth Pottorff, 98, passed away on Dec. 2, 2017 at the Montana Veteran’s Home.

Janet K. Yingling

Janet K. Yingling, 75, passed away Nov. 9, 2017.

Hawkinson, Gilley marry

Kala Renee Hawkinson and Jason David Gilley of Columbia Falls were married Aug. 18 at Glacier Meadows in Coram. The ceremony was performed by Deacon Doug Cordier.

Seaplane pilots ready to fight AIS

Montana seaplane pilots stand ready to assist in the fight against aquatic invasive species.

Be champion for girls

Now, more than ever, it is imperative for us to be the champion of girls. In today’s world, girls need girl-only spaces where girls are the first thought, not an afterthought. Girls need to feel safe and encouraged by positive female role models to be a G.I.R.L. — where they are Go Getters, Innovators, Risk-Takers and Leaders. Girl Scouts provides the necessary space for girls to learn and thrive. Girl Scouts works!

Students share value of study abroad experiences

Whitefish High School student Hayden Brandt wouldn’t trade anything for the friendships he gained by spending a school year studying in the Netherlands.

Bulldog wrestlers open season at Owen Invitational

The Bulldogs wrestling team got its season underway at the Owen Invitational in Polson on Saturday.

Swimmers get off to fast start in Kalispell

The Whitefish swim team got its feet wet with strong opening performances in Kalispell on Saturday.

Host of Bulldogs take top honors at home speech meet

The Whitefish speech and debate team had a strong showing at their home invitational on Saturday, finishing second overall.

Bowling Scores

Pin & Cue

Big Mountain's ski history began long before resort

This column is brought to you by the Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation and the Ski Heritage Center Museum of Skiing. Enjoy these fascinating stories about the rich and colorful history of skiing in the Flathead Valley.

Artist searches for beauty in details

Artist Heidi Marie Faessel looks for the details around her in life.

Former Bulldog finds success in speech and debate in college

Madison Grady says participating in speech and debate at the college level has given her confidence, not just in public speaking but also to present her ideas to peers and professors.

Chorale invites community voices for 'Messiah Sing'

Glacier Chorale invites the community to join with them in a new “audience interactive” version of Handel’s timeless work, Messiah. The “Messiah Sing” concert will be performed in beautiful church venues in Bigfork, Whitefish and Kalispell over three performances on Dec. 15, 16 and 17. It is an opportunity to sing Handel’s beautiful choruses with the Chorale under the direction of Micah Hunter and accompanied by organist, Alma Ramlow.

Noble Dance brings Land of the Sweets to Winter Celebration

The Noble Dance Performing Company presents a fantastic holiday event for their seventh annual Winter Celebration, featuring a beautiful Land of the Sweets, Act 2 of “The Nutcracker.” Under the direction of Natalie Molter, the seventh annual Winter Celebration will be presented Dec. 16-17 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

RV park proposed off of Montana 40

A Columbia Falls couple is proposing to build a 13-acre RV Park south of Montana 40 off Kinninnick Lane.