Stories for August 2019

August 30, 2019 9:50 p.m.

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Whitefish got a tough start to its season Friday night, falling 31-0 in their home opener against Libby.

August 30, 2019 8:21 a.m.

Land planning advocacy group shutting down

A funding shortfall has forced Citizens for a Better Flathead to temporarily suspend operations and close its office after nearly 30 years of advocating for Flathead Valley’s water resources, agricultural heritage and the environment through planning and policy solutions.

August 30, 2019 8:21 a.m.

American Airlines to fly direct to New York City

American Airlines will operate a direct flight from Glacier Park International Airport to New York City’s LaGuardia Airport starting next June, the airline announced Thursday.

August 28, 2019 2 a.m.

Doctors share work during Flathead Med

Dr. Ashleigh Magill is simultaneously attending to four patients in the emergency department at North Valley Hospital.

August 28, 2019 2 a.m.

Council OKs $55.7 million budget

Whitefish City Council last week approved a budget totaling $55.7 million.

August 28, 2019 2 a.m.

Council approves bid for Central Ave construction

The City of Whitefish plans to reconstruct the southern most portion of Central Avenue to address the issue of the roadway slumping into the Whitefish River.

August 28, 2019 2 a.m.

'Spanky's' keeps records spinning downtown

Spanky’s and Gus is, in some ways, a trip back in time.

August 28, 2019 2 a.m.

Fixing Montana's rural health-care crisis

Montana is Big Sky Country. Rangelands, forests, and farmer’s fields spread between our towns and cities. Rural life is at the core of our identity as a state and as a people. Yet, as our country expands and moves forward, in many ways too many Montana communities are stuck facing huge hurdles accessing quality healthcare.

August 27, 2019 4:52 p.m.

BNSF continues work related to diesel sheen

BNSF Railway continues to perform work on the Whitefish River related to a petroleum sheen spotted in the river this summer.

August 27, 2019 4:45 p.m.

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Whitefish City Council meets on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 7:10 p.m. at City Hall at 418 E. Second St. The following agenda items will be discussed, subject to change:

August 27, 2019 4:44 p.m.

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A weekly look at past Whitefish Pilot articles, compiled by Daniel McKay.

August 27, 2019 4:43 p.m.

WTC holds auditions for 'The Roommate'

The Whitefish Theatre Co. is holding auditions for their first Black Curtain theatre production of the 2019-2020 season.

August 27, 2019 4:43 p.m.

Budget includes goals for meeting climate plan

There is a new addition to the City of Whitefish’s annual budget document.

August 27, 2019 4:41 p.m.

Collaboration and a new school year

The start of the new school year is an exciting time where we settle into a new rhythm, or return to an old one. It offers chances to build fresh relationships and seek new, meaningful learning opportunities.

August 27, 2019 4:41 p.m.

Montanans should be alarmed by choice of new BLM chief

Imagine for one unsettling moment what it would mean to Montana if Glacier, Yellowstone, the Bob Marshall, the Beartooth Mountains, and all other lands and waters belonging to the American people were sold off.

August 27, 2019 4:40 p.m.

Fall sports start this week on the links, gridiron

Fall sports at Whitefish High School start this week, including a home football game on Friday at the Dawg Pound.

August 27, 2019 4:40 p.m.

Bulldogs look to defend state soccer title

Bulldogs head soccer coach John Lacey knows expectations are high.

August 27, 2019 11:19 a.m.

Bat in Glacier tests positive for rabies

A bat that scratched a Glacier National Park resident in St. Mary has tested positive for rabies, the park confirmed on Friday.

August 27, 2019 11:18 a.m.

Police calls: Dogs, mountain lions, gas thief on the loose

Monday, Aug. 19

August 27, 2019 11:18 a.m.

Robert Bobby Alan Crawford, Jr.

Robert “Bobby” Alan Crawford, Jr. died unexpected in a work accident on July 11, 2019, in Dunn County, North Dakota, at that the age of 40.

August 27, 2019 11:12 a.m.

Voisin announces freestyle ski and snowboard scholarship

Whitefish slopestyle skier and Olympian Maggie Voisin is offering a scholarship to assist one athlete who wants to join the Whitefish Mountain Resort’s Freestyle Ski and Snowboard Team.

August 27, 2019 11:12 a.m.

WLGC Member/Guest Tourney a success

The Annual Member/Guest tournament was a huge success with over 62 teams playing the two-day event. This year had a number of members who were unable to participate as the field was completely full with teams by the deadline for registering. Plans are being solidified to expand the number of teams for 2020 to make sure all interested players will have the opportunity to bring a guest to Whitefish for this popular event. Our hats are off to Christine Newton, Cody Olson and Adam Long for such a wonderfully organized tournament at WLGC, and thanks to all the members for participating.

August 27, 2019 11:12 a.m.

Holes-in-one

Three golfers recently earned holes-in-one at Whitefish Lake Golf Club.

August 27, 2019 11:08 a.m.

Guest house request discussion revolves around septic systems

A request to construct a guest house at a property on Whitefish Lake before Whitefish City Council earlier this month turned into a discussion about septic systems.

August 27, 2019 11:07 a.m.

Whitefish Theatre Co. announces 14 shows for season

Whitefish Theatre Company, celebrating 41 years of quality community theatre, world music and more, is proud to introduce its 2019-2020 season.

August 26, 2019 9:29 a.m.

Safety changes implemented at high school

Students returning to Whitefish High School this week after the summer off might notice some changes at the school.

August 23, 2019 2:12 p.m.

Ground breaking held for affordable apartment project

A ground breaking ceremony for an affordable housing project on Edgewood Place is set for Tuesday, Aug. 27.

August 23, 2019 1:56 p.m.

FWP moves two grizzlies who were eating from fruit trees

As autumn looms and fruit trees are bountiful, Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks officials have been kept busy as bears seek food sources.

August 22, 2019 6:55 a.m.

Theater camp

Whitefish Theatre Co. recently hosted summer performance camps at the O’Shaughnessy Center.

August 22, 2019 5:25 a.m.

Food bank honors work of two special volunteers

Laney Kneeland, 8, and John Pacheco, 88, both have a passion for volunteering at North Valley Food Bank.

August 21, 2019 1:22 p.m.

Doctors give behind-the-scenes tour of work

Four Flathead Valley doctors will take the stage at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Aug. 22, to take the audience on a behind-the-scenes journey into real-life procedures and treatments.

August 21, 2019 1:22 p.m.

Police Calls: Water gushes from broken sprinkler

Wednesday, Aug. 7

August 21, 2019 2:30 a.m.

Legals August 21, 2019

No. 2506 INVITATION TO BID MONEGAN ROAD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT Sealed Bids will be received by the City of Whitefish until 10:00 AM, local time, Monday, August 26th, 2019, for construction of the MONEGAN ROAD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. All received Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at Whitefish City Hall, 418 E Second St, Whitefish, Montana, 59937. The project generally consists of street improvements to Monegan Road and Voerman Road in Whitefish. Schedule 1 includes street reconstruction along a portion of Monegan Road including earthwork, crushed aggregate placement, ditch regrading, and asphalt paving and is to be completed in the fall of 2019. Schedule 2 includes the addition of new concrete sidewalk along a portion of Voerman Road and may be completed either in the fall of 2019 or in the spring of 2020. All Bids must be in accordance with the Contract Documents on file with the City of Whitefish, Department of Public Works, 418 E Second St, Whitefish, Montana (406) 863-2460; Morrison-Maierle, Inc., 125 Schoolhouse Loop, Kalispell, Montana, (406)-752-2216. Any objections to published specifications must be filed in written form with the City Clerk prior to bid opening. The Contract Documents consisting of half-size Drawings and Project Manual may be viewed or obtained by either electronic documents on-line, or a hard copy at the office of Morrison-Maierle, Inc., Kalispell, MT beginning August 14, 2019. Only firms obtaining documents by these methods will be placed on the Planholders List. Complete electronic Project Plans, Project Specifications, and Bid Proposal Packet are available at the Morrison-Maierle, Inc. website "www.m-m.net" by clicking on the "Project Bidding" tab, then "Browse Current Projects" and selecting this project from the project list which will direct you to the QuestCDN website. Documents can only be viewed and cannot be downloaded or printed without purchasing. To purchase and download the project documents in pdf format, click "Download Project PDF" and sign on to QuestCDN.com. Plan documents and the Bid Proposal Packet can be downloaded for a fee of $30.00. Please contact QuestCDN at 952-233-1632 or email "info@questcdn.com" for assistance in the free membership registration, downloading documents, and working with this digital project information. A hard copy set of project documents may be obtained from the office of Morrison-Maierle, Inc., 125 Schoolhouse Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901, 406-752-2216 for a non-refundable price of $125.00 for each complete set shipped by standard delivery. Payment of an additional $25.00 is required for express mail. A prebid conference will be held at the Whitefish City Hall, 418 E 2nd St in Whitefish, commencing at 10:00 A.M, Friday, August 16, 2019. Those interested in bidding the project are encouraged to attend this meeting. Each bidder shall submit cash, a certified check, bid bond, cashier's check, bank money order or bank draft payable to the City of Whitefish 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 which shall not be less than ten percent (10%) of the bid, as a bid security. The bid security shall identify the same firm as is noted on the bid proposal forms. Within 10 calendar days after the Notice of Award, the successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond guaranteeing faithful performance and the payment of all bills and obligations arising from the performance of the contract. The bonds will each be equal to 100 percent of the contract amount. CONTRACTORS and any of the CONTRACTOR'S subcontractors doing work on this project will be required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, MT 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling (406) 444-7734. CONTRACTORS are not required to have registered with the DLI prior to bidding on this project, but must have registered prior to execution of the construction agreement. All laborers and mechanics employed by CONTRACTORS or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates according to the current Montana Prevailing Wage Rates. The CONTRACTOR must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. No Bid may be withdrawn within a period of 60 days after the date for opening bids. The City of Whitefish reserves the right to reject all Bids, to waive informalities, and to reject nonconforming, irregular, non-responsive or conditional Bids. The City of Whitefish is an equal opportunity employer. THE CITY OF WHITEFISH By: /s/ Michelle Howke Whitefish City Clerk August 14, 21, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

August 21, 2019 2 a.m.

Performance mix of opera, burlesque, aerial acts

Alpine Theatre Project’s new presentation of OperaLesque is a tantalizing mix of opera, classical burlesque, and aerial circus acts.

August 21, 2019 2 a.m.

Hootenanny musical festival raises funds for trail

Come celebrate local trails and open lands with Whitefish Legacy Partners during their annual Whitefish Trail Hootenanny event on Friday, Aug. 23 in Depot Park in downtown Whitefish from 5–9 p.m.

August 20, 2019 3:55 p.m.

Skyles apartment project garners approval

Whitefish City Council Monday night after a tie vote approved a 54-unit apartment complex on Skyles Avenue.

August 20, 2019 3:05 p.m.

Locals earn ribbons in fair competitions

The following individuals from Whitefish were honored for their award-winning entries at the 2019 Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo.

August 20, 2019 3:05 p.m.

Jane Marie (Saltsman) Capozzi

Jane Marie (Saltsman) Capozzi, 84, passed away at North Valley Hospital on Aug. 15, 2019.

August 20, 2019 3:05 p.m.

Ethel McKenzie

Ethel McKenzie, 95, formerly of Whitefish, passed away in Columbia Falls at the Bee Hive home she resided in.

August 20, 2019 3:05 p.m.

Richard Dennis Cohen

Richard Dennis Cohen was born May 13, 1953 and passed away July 13, 2019. He lived each precious day of his 66 years to their fullest, with a wide-open sense of wonder and profound love for life.

August 20, 2019 3:03 p.m.

No room for abuse in the mission of Jesus

I hate reading and hearing the news today about Potter’s Field Ministry and MudMan Burgers. While I don’t know all the information, I have personally talked with some who have shared their story with me. Here is how I am responding:

August 20, 2019 3:03 p.m.

Drunk driving plagues the Valley

Another summer in the Flathead will be winding down in short order. Thank God.

August 20, 2019 3:03 p.m.

America's National Parks need autonomy to function

Areas created and managed as National Park System sites are the nation’s living treasures, so why are Congress and the Executive Branch treating them like old used cars? A few dings, a little rust, some knocks, oil leaks, no problem.

August 20, 2019 3:03 p.m.

Thanks for Whitefish community support

The June 17 issue of the Pilot front page had an invitation from the Stumptown Art Studio for a fundraiser for Shelby Powell, one of their founders. Shelby fell on May 24 and suffered a severe spinal injury.

August 20, 2019 2:59 p.m.

WTC holds auditions for 'Over the River' play

The Whitefish Theatre Co. is holding auditions for the 2019-2020 season opening production of “Over the River and Through the Woods” on Aug. 26 and 27 at 7:00pm at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish. Arrive early to fill out an audition application and review the script. Please enter at the north side of the building near the conference room.

August 20, 2019 2:59 p.m.

Board recommends slew of requests

The Whitefish Planning Board met Thursday, Aug. 15 to discuss a variety of permit applications, zone changes and a zoning text amendment.

August 20, 2019 2:59 p.m.

Oktoberfest to be held at Smith Fields

The annual Great Northwest Oktoberfest will move this year to Smith Fields.

August 20, 2019 2 p.m.

School district approves $22.3M budget for 2019-2020

The Whitefish School Board last week approved a $22.3 million budget for the 2019-2020 school year, a slight 2.8 percent increase over the previous year.

August 20, 2019 2 p.m.

Simplicity the key to Ed's BBQ

Good barbecue comes down to two things, Ed McGrew says — patience and simplicity.

August 20, 2019 1:45 p.m.

Annual Member/Guest tourney set for this weekend

Board of Directors

August 20, 2019 1:45 p.m.

Park visitation slightly lower than last July

Overall visitation to Glacier National Park in July was down just under 3 percent over last year’s figures.

August 20, 2019 1:39 p.m.

New telescope explores Glacier's night skies

Each evening, as the last rays of sunlight fade from the striking mountain views of Glacier National Park, the park begins to showcase another side of its natural beauty — a starry side.

August 20, 2019 1:30 p.m.

Bulldogs kickoff

August 19, 2019 1:39 p.m.

Access to Glacier's Granite Park closes due to grizzly activity

Glacier National Park has temporarily closed the Granite Park area and trails leading to it because of grizzly bear activity.

August 16, 2019 9:46 a.m.

Design concepts for Bulldog sports stadium emerge

A Bulldog sports stadium is no longer an “if,” but a “when” — and what should it look like?

August 14, 2019 2:30 a.m.

Legals August 14, 2019

No. 2504 CITY OF WHITEFISH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS The Whitefish City Council has completed the City's preliminary budget for fiscal year 2020, its proposed final budget for fiscal year 2020, the appropriations, tax levy and assessments, and budget amendments for fiscal year 2019, which have been placed on file and are open to inspection in the City Clerk's office located at 418 E. 2nd Street. At the regular meeting of the Whitefish City Council to be held on Monday, August 19, 2019, at 7:10 p.m. in the Whitefish City Council Chambers, 418 E. 2nd Street, the City Council will hold a public hearing for the purposes of receiving public input and approving a final budget, making appropriations, fixing the tax levy and assessments, and approving budget amendments for fiscal year 2019 for the following: *amendments to the annual budget for fiscal year 2019; *approve a final budget for fiscal year 2020; *levy and assess property taxes, including the Permissive Medical Levy; *levy and assess Street Maintenance District No. 1 within the City; *levy and assess Special Improvement Lighting Districts No. 1 and No. 4 within the City; *levy and assess Parkland and Greenway Maintenance District No. 1 within the City; *levy and assess Stormwater Improvement and Maintenance District No. 1 within the City; *levy and assess Special Improvement District No. 166 (JP Road); *levy and assess Special Improvement District No. 167 (Downtown Parking Structure); and *levy and assess for weed control, collection of utility service charges, and/or removal of snow, ice and other impediments. The City of Whitefish intends to budget an increase in revenue from property taxation by 6.58% or $200,890, because of the anticipated increase in taxable value from new property and the reappraisal of current taxable property. Total mills levied are proposed to decrease by 1.582 mills. The City of Whitefish also intends to increase various maintenance assessments. All concerned persons are invited to attend the public hearing on all of the above matters as described above. A decision on approving the budget, taxes, assessments, and fiscal year 2019 budget amendments will be made after considering comments at this public hearing. Individuals, any taxpayer or resident may appear or submit written testimony at the hearings and be heard for or against any part of the proposed fiscal year 2019 budget amendments, final budget for fiscal year 2020, appropriations, tax levy and assessments. Written comments may be delivered or mailed to Michelle Howke, City Clerk, 418 E. 2nd Street, PO Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937, or emailed to mhowke@cityofwhitefish.org. Additional information regarding the proposed amendments, the final budget, property tax levy, and assessments may be obtained by contacting Dana Smith, Assistant City Manager/Finance Director, 406-863-2405, or visiting the City's website, www.cityofwhitefish.org. August 7, 14, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

August 13, 2019 3:38 p.m.

Police calls: 'Hoboville' designation given to Depot Park

Wednesday, July 31

August 13, 2019 3:38 p.m.

Tucker, Schulz named 2019 WLGC Club Champions

Champions Crowned at WLGC

August 13, 2019 3:38 p.m.

Armstrong places in national martial arts contest

Sparring in the Korean martial art of Soo Bahk Do is a give and take, a bit like a dance.

August 13, 2019 3:38 p.m.

Myrtle Lillian (Kramer) Hutchens

Myrtle Lillian (Kramer) Hutchens, 94, peacefully passed into the arms of the Lord on Friday, August 9, 2019 as a result of a heart attack. She was born May 8, 1925 to Otillia Lauretta (Truhe) and Edward Clayton Kramer in McGregor, Minnesota, the third of four children. At the age of 4, she moved with her family to the Flathead Valley in Montana, where they settled in the West Valley area later moving to the Bissell community. She attended the Sparks and Bissell schools and Whitefish High School.

August 13, 2019 3:38 p.m.

The art of the railway

The people, the buildings, the tracks and the trains themselves make a powerful and common visual representation of the railroad.

August 13, 2019 3:38 p.m.

'Boeing Boeing' closes out Whitefish Theatre season

The Whitefish Theatre Co. is presenting a special summer production of “Boeing Boeing” at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish.

August 13, 2019 3:38 p.m.

Shaeffer helps connect buyers and sellers with art

Kelly Shaeffer finds that most people have something to sell, but often they don't want to go through the process of doing it themselves.

August 13, 2019 3:36 p.m.

Fall sports kickoff information

Fall sports start this week at Whitefish High School.

August 13, 2019 3:36 p.m.

Rockfall kills girl on Glacier's Sun Road

A 14-year-old girl died Monday from injuries she suffered when falling rocks struck a vehicle on Going-to-the-Sun Road, Glacier Park officials report.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

No impacts found for Taylor Hellroaring project

The Flathead National Forest has released a draft decision and finding of no significant impact for the Taylor Hellroaring Project.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Holding Big Pharma accountable in Montana

We all know that some Montanans are forced to go without medication or struggle to afford paying for basic needs like housing and groceries because prescription drug costs are too high.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Full plate for planning board Thursday

The Whitefish Planning Board has several items on its agenda for Thursday, Aug. 15.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Doctors demonstrate real-life procedures during Aug. 22 show

Four Flathead Valley doctors will take the stage at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Aug. 22, to take the audience on a behind-the-scenes journey into real-life procedures and treatments.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Council likely to deny 54-unit apartment on Skyles

Whitefish City Council is poised to shoot down plans for a 54-unit apartment complex on Skyles Place after hearing from neighbors that it would increase traffic in an already busy area and that the project doesn’t fit with the character of the neighborhood.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Inside Flathead Med presents real-life medical procedures

North Valley Hospital is thrilled to present a new event, “Inside Flathead Med – Live from the Whitefish Performing Arts Center” to allow the public an inside look at complex medical procedures and cases that were treated with lifesaving solutions by local doctors. The hospital plans to make it an annual event.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Suspicions around Sen. Thomas Walsh's mysterious death

His sensational investigation of the Teapot Dome scandal made Montana U.S. Sen. Thomas Walsh a national figure, known for his ironclad honesty, and his earnestly disciplined approach to his senatorial duties. There is no known picture of him smiling.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Rep. Fern offers legislative update

Democrat Rep. Dave Fern weighed in on two situations recently in the news during an informal gathering recently at City Beach.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Application filed for future wetland mitigation at Viking Creek

An application has been submitted to state and federal agencies to allow for a wetland mitigation project on Viking Creek.

August 13, 2019 3:35 p.m.

Nonprofit hosts farm-to-table dinner

A newly formed nonprofit collective is holding a farm dinner on Saturday, Aug. 17 designed to celebrate the Flathead Valley’s sustainable agriculture efforts.

August 7, 2019 9:51 a.m.

Fire danger now very high

Cooperating Interagency Fire Officials across northwest Montana on Tuesday, Aug. 6 raised the fire danger level from “high” to “very high.”

August 7, 2019 2:30 a.m.

Legals August 7, 2019

No. 2504 CITY OF WHITEFISH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS The Whitefish City Council has completed the City's preliminary budget for fiscal year 2020, its proposed final budget for fiscal year 2020, the appropriations, tax levy and assessments, and budget amendments for fiscal year 2019, which have been placed on file and are open to inspection in the City Clerk's office located at 418 E. 2nd Street. At the regular meeting of the Whitefish City Council to be held on Monday, August 19, 2019, at 7:10 p.m. in the Whitefish City Council Chambers, 418 E. 2nd Street, the City Council will hold a public hearing for the purposes of receiving public input and approving a final budget, making appropriations, fixing the tax levy and assessments, and approving budget amendments for fiscal year 2019 for the following: *amendments to the annual budget for fiscal year 2019; *approve a final budget for fiscal year 2020; *levy and assess property taxes, including the Permissive Medical Levy; *levy and assess Street Maintenance District No. 1 within the City; *levy and assess Special Improvement Lighting Districts No. 1 and No. 4 within the City; *levy and assess Parkland and Greenway Maintenance District No. 1 within the City; *levy and assess Stormwater Improvement and Maintenance District No. 1 within the City; *levy and assess Special Improvement District No. 166 (JP Road); *levy and assess Special Improvement District No. 167 (Downtown Parking Structure); and *levy and assess for weed control, collection of utility service charges, and/or removal of snow, ice and other impediments. The City of Whitefish intends to budget an increase in revenue from property taxation by 6.58% or $200,890, because of the anticipated increase in taxable value from new property and the reappraisal of current taxable property. Total mills levied are proposed to decrease by 1.582 mills. The City of Whitefish also intends to increase various maintenance assessments. All concerned persons are invited to attend the public hearing on all of the above matters as described above. A decision on approving the budget, taxes, assessments, and fiscal year 2019 budget amendments will be made after considering comments at this public hearing. Individuals, any taxpayer or resident may appear or submit written testimony at the hearings and be heard for or against any part of the proposed fiscal year 2019 budget amendments, final budget for fiscal year 2020, appropriations, tax levy and assessments. Written comments may be delivered or mailed to Michelle Howke, City Clerk, 418 E. 2nd Street, PO Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937, or emailed to mhowke@cityofwhitefish.org. Additional information regarding the proposed amendments, the final budget, property tax levy, and assessments may be obtained by contacting Dana Smith, Assistant City Manager/Finance Director, 406-863-2405, or visiting the City's website, www.cityofwhitefish.org. August 7, 14, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

August 7, 2019 2 a.m.

City obtains variance for new water connections

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has granted Whitefish a deviation variance that once again allows for new water connections to the city system.

August 7, 2019 2 a.m.

Author creates working woman's guide to overcoming adversity

Pearl Galbraith has faced challenges in her life, and she’s heard from countless women who have taken on life’s challenges and come out on the other side stronger for the experience.

August 6, 2019 2:54 p.m.

Sidewalk closures on Wisconsin dangerous situation

A young boy July 21, riding his bike down Wisconsin Avenue, along with bumper to bumper cars, was forced to veer into traffic because of the Quarry, a new housing development. I watched this with dismay.

August 6, 2019 2:54 p.m.

Local farmers counting on neighbors to shop at markets

Some family farms have been feeding our neighbors for more than 100 years, and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

August 6, 2019 2:54 p.m.

Lack of boating etiquette on Whitefish Lake

Growing up skiing on Whitefish Lake was something I will never forget. I have continued to ski on Whitefish my whole life, and each morning that I get to jump in the water and go for a quick run is the best part of my day.

August 6, 2019 2:53 p.m.

Police calls: black bear caught sunbathing in yard

Friday, July 26

August 6, 2019 2:53 p.m.

Disappointed in Daines' actions on conservation fund

My name is Courtney VonLindern, a born and raised Montanan from Whitefish. Like many Montanans, I’ve been disappointed by Sen. Steve Daines’ going back on his promises and failing to stand up for Montana interests, especially when he failed to fund the Land and Water Conservation Fund in full. I have decided to submit this letter to the editor to hold Daines accountable, and help make others aware of this issue.