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Legals February 27, 2019

No. 2473 WHITEFISH PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The regular meeting of the Whitefish Planning Board will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 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 the items on April 1, 2019. 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 the City of Whitefish to rezone 16 parcels and an adjacent road, annexed into City limits from County R-3 (One Family Residential) to WLR (One-Family Limited Residential District). The properties are located along Park Knoll Lane and can be legally described as: 101 Park Knoll Lane; 105 Park Knoll Lane; 108 Park Knoll Lane; 112 Park Knoll Lane; 113 Park Knoll Lane; 116 Park Knoll Lane; 117 Park Knoll Lane; 120 Park Knoll Lane; 121 Park Knoll Lane; 124 Park Knoll Lane; 125 Park Knoll Lane; 128 Park Knoll Lane; 129 Park Knoll Lane; 132 Park Knoll Lane; 136 Park Knoll Lane; no address (Tract C2 of Certificate of Survey No. 5909 in S1, T30N, R22W); and the Park Knoll Lane Private Access Road (Tract 2 of Certificate of Survey No. 19026) in S1, T30N, R22W P.M.M., Flathead County. (WZC 18-10) Minnich A request by Henry Roberts, Half Full, LLC on behalf of Densin, LLC for a Conditional Use Permit to construct a professional office building that exceeds 4,000 square feet. The property is currently vacant and is zoned WB-1 (Limited Business District). The property is located at 643 Denver Street and can be legally described as Lot 3 of Densin Subdivision in S25, T31N, R22W P.M.M., Flathead County. (WCUP 19-02) Minnich A request by the City of Whitefish for a Zoning Text Amendment to implement the Strategic Housing Plan by implementing the Whitefish Legacy Homes Program, Amending Title 11, Zoning, to add a new Chapter 11-7, Legacy Homes Program. (WZTA 19-01) Taylor A request by the City of Whitefish to amend the following sections of the zoning regulations to implement the Legacy Homes Program: §11-2-3, Use Regulations; the permitted and conditional uses in the following zoning districts: §11-2H, WR-3 (Low Density Multi-family Residential District), §11-2I, WR-4 (High Density Multi-family Residential District), §11-2J, WB-1 (Limited Business District), §11-2K, WB-2 (Secondary Business District), §11-2L, WB-3 (General Business District), §11-2N, WRR-1 (Low Density Resort Residential District), §11-2O, WRR-2 (Medium Density Resort Residential District), §11-2P, WRB-1 (Limited Resort Business District), and §11-2Q, WRB-2 (General Resort Business District); and to also amend §11-2S, WPUD (Planned Unit Development); §11-6-2A, (Off Street Parking and Loading); §11-7-7A, (Administration and Enforcement); and §11-9-2, (Definitions). Also, the following sections of the subdivision regulations are proposed to be amended to implement the Legacy Homes Program: §12-2-5, Variances; §12-4-21, Affordable Housing; and §12-8-1, Definitions. (WZTA 19-02) Taylor Documents pertaining to these agenda items are available for review at the Whitefish Planning & Building Department, 418 E Second Street, during regular business hours. The full application packets along with public comments and staff report will be available on the City's webpage: www.cityofwhitefish.org under Planning Board six days prior to the Planning Board public hearing date noted above. 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 February 27, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Gareth Roger Llewellyn

Gareth Roger Llewellyn, 61, of Whitefish, Montana, passed away in his home on Jan. 22, 2019. Gareth was born on Oct. 30, 1957 to John “Tony” and Valerie Llewellyn in the United Kingdom. His family moved to Ottawa, Canada when he was young. They then continued on to Florida, where he grew up with two younger sisters, Siân and Ceri, and attended college.

Charles Francis Zwisler Jr.

Charles Francis Zwisler Jr., 97, formerly of Mankato, died on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019 in Baxter, Minnesota.

LeRoy A. Thompson

LeRoy A. Thompson, 76, passed away peacefully around loved ones Feb. 17 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Walla Walla, Washington.

Glacier Nordic skiers compete in Jackson Hole

Thirteen youth from the Glacier Nordic Ski Team traveled to Jackson Hole this past weekend for the Intermountain Division of the US Ski & Snowboard Youth Champs races.

Anderson commits to Southwestern University

Former Bulldog quarterback Mark Anderson will play on at the college level next year.

Bulldogs end season at divisionals

The Bulldogs fought hard to the very end, but couldn’t make it out of the Western A Divisional Tournament over the weekend.

WHS DECA club dominates in state conference

Whitefish High School showed up to compete at the DECA state conference on Feb. 10-12 in Fairmont Hot Springs, notching 56 total finalists and eight state champions.

Ascending ice

There’s a certain satisfaction that comes with a solid ice tool placement.

Whitefish teen receives award from Rep. Gianforte

One Whitefish teenager recently received recognition on the floor of Congress.

Mush!

Mushers and dogs alike got their fair share of racing over the weekend at the Flathead Classic Sled Dog Race, held at Dog Creek Lodge near Olney.

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Theatre Co. presents master illusionist

Faces that disappear from drivers’ licenses. Paintbrushes will paint on their own. Photographs that literally come to life right before your eyes. Brace yourself for a completely new take on magic as the Whitefish Theatre Company hosts Vitaly and his jaw-dropping show “An Evening Of Wonders.”

Powell helped shape resort

Chester “Chet” Powell Jr. dropped out of college in 1975 and became what used to be called a ski bum.

'Jesus Christ Superstar' comes to stage

For nearly 50 years, “Jesus Christ Superstar” has electrified audiences around the globe, and has become the standard by which all future rock operas have been measured. For one weekend only in March, an all-star ensemble of singers and rock musicians are joining forces to present Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 70s rock-infused retelling of Jesus Christ’s final week.

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Lake Institute to host Montana Lakes Conference next month

The Whitefish Lake Institute is hosting the inaugural Montana Lakes Conference on March 13-15 here.

Parks and rec program fees set to hike

Whitefish Parks and Recreation program fees will increase for its after school, day camp and youth sports programs.

Making an impact

Whitefish High School students were treated to an hour of fun, games and important life lessons last week, which culminated in Principal Kerry Drown breaking through a stack of bricks with his arm.

City looks to improve Armory Park through LWCF grant

The city of Whitefish is applying for a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for planned work on Armory Park.

U.S. Senate passes lands package

The U.S. Senate by a wide margin passed a public lands bill last week that permanently authorizes the Land, Water and Conservation Fund, a key piece of legislation that has been used across Montana over the years to protect open spaces.

Economist says innovation needed to address affordable housing issue

With a focus on the challenges of affordable housing, Montana’s Economic Outlook Summit statewide tour stopped at the Hilton Inn in Kalispell recently.

Climate advocate training workshop Saturday

The Flathead Valley Chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby will hold a Climate Advocate Training workshop for local folks interested in climate solutions at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23.

State studying reconstruction of Whitefish Stage Road

The Montana Department of Transportation is hosting an open house public meeting on a study to review roadway reconstruction alternatives for Whitefish Stage Road between West Reserve Drive and Montana Highway 40.

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Community briefs for Feb. 20

Women’s Connection

Alta Margaret May

Alta Margaret May, 76, of Whitefish, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on February 14, 2019.

Legals February 20, 2019

No. 2470 INVITATION TO BID Bids for the Muldown Elementary School Phase III will be received at the Whitefish School District, Main Conference Room, 600 East 2nd Street, Whitefish, MT until 2:00 p.m. local time, Thursday, February 28, 2019. Scopes of work to be bid are as follows: Stone Veneer Masonry, Rough Carpentry, Cabinetry & Casework, Thermal Insulation, Membrane and Metal Roofing, Siding, Doors-Frames-Hardware, Aluminum Storefront Systems, Countertop Grills, Metal Stud Framing, Gypsum Board Assemblies, Flooring & Tile, Painting and Coatings, Acoustical Ceilings & Wall Panels, Sunshades, Operable Partitions, Signage, Food Service Equipment, Appliances, Gymnasium Equipment, Gymnasium Flooring, Window Coverings, Fire Suppression Systems, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Asphalt Paving, Site Concrete, Landscaping & Irrigation, Site Furnishings, & Fencing and Gates. All bids must include appropriate taxes (Gross Receipts Tax), permits specific to their scope and wage rates. The current wage rates for the project are included in the construction specifications. This project consists of the construction of a 90,000 SF new elementary school located in Whitefish, MT. Although not required, bidders are strongly encouraged to attend a pre-bid conference and site walk-through on Thursday, February 21st, 2019. The meeting will be located on site at Martel Construction's job trailer at 1:30 p.m. local time. ALL BIDS ARE TO BE COMPLETE PER THE BID PACKAGE DESCRIPTION PROVIDED. All subcontractors intending to bid the project will be post-qualified by Martel Construction. To request electronic bid documents, please contact Ryan Dunn at rdunn@martelconstruction.com. Forward all bidding questions to: Ryan Dunn:rdunn@martelconstruction.com Tim Peterson:timothyp@lpwarchitecture.com The right is reserved to reject any or all proposals received, to waive informalities, to postpone the award of the contract for a period not to exceed forty-five (45) days, and to the accept the bid which is in the best interests of the Owner. February 13, 20, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Police calls: deer may have hit car

Saturday, Feb. 9

Racers compete in Big Sky, Missoula

Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation racers were on the road for the past two weekends, competing first at the Big Sky Speed Series on Feb. 9-10, then at Missoula Snowbowl on Feb. 16-17.

Glacier Nordic team competes in Boise

The Glacier Nordic Ski Team’s Competitive Team traveled to Boise, Idaho on Feb. 9-10 for the third and final junior national qualifier of the season.

Arlene Marie Hanson

Arlene Marie Hanson, 79, formerly of Cupertino, California, passed away Feb. 15, 2019 at The Springs.

A. Margaret May

A. Margaret May, 76 of Kalispell, passed away peacefully on Feb. 14, 2019 at North Valley Hospital.

Volunteers needed for Junior Achievement

Volunteers are needed to assist in leading programs in the Whitefish School District aimed at providing business lessons.

Bulldogs advance to divisional tournament

After a thrilling district tournament over the weekend, the Bulldogs’ season will live on into divisionals.

Lady Bulldogs end season at district tourney

The Lady Bulldogs fought hard but couldn’t keep their season alive at the Northwest A District Tournament over the weekend.

Flathead Classic Sled Dog Race returns this weekend

About 40 teams are expected to race in the Flathead Classic Sled Dog Race this weekend near Olney.

Fundraiser delivers new bus to Veterans Home

Veterans from the Montana Veterans Home recently got the chance to check out the new passenger bus they’ll have the chance to enjoy as the result of a fundraising effort that began last year.

Theatre Co. brings 'Mamma Mia!' to stage

Put on your dancing shoes and best 80s fashion for the Whitefish Theatre Co.’s sensational production of “Mamma Mia!” at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish.

Colorado subdivision goes to Planning Board

The Whitefish Planning Board on Thursday, Feb. 21, will hold a public hearing on a request for a 12-lot subdivision off Colorado Avenue and Denver Street.

Top Issues - readers' favorite things about Whitefish

Along with asking what issues Whitefish currently faces, we also asked our readers about the things that make this town a special place to live.

Protecting water a priority

Water is pervasive in Whitefish. We rely on Whitefish Lake for recreation and live on its shores. We float the Whitefish River. Our drinking water comes from the lake and out of Haskill Basin, which has been protected as part of conservation efforts.

Session focuses on housing plan

Whitefish’s City Council and Planning Board will hold a joint work session on Thursday to discuss the city’s proposed affordable housing program.

Place to live source of concern

For most Whitefish residents, it shouldn’t be surprising to hear that a lack of affordable housing is one of the city’s top issues.

Whitefish Trail programs get large donation

A Whitefish couple has pledged $250,000 over five years toward Whitefish Legacy Partners’ free outdoor education programs and to kick start construction of the Whitefish Trail at Smith Lake.

Past, future development impacts voted as highest concern

The roots of Whitefish were formed in the logging and the railroad industries that shaped the town in its early decades. Through the years Whitefish has become a center point for those wanting to experience an array of outdoor recreation opportunities on the weekends, and a destination for tourists enjoying shopping and culture, the slopes of Big Mountain in the winter and the waters of Whitefish Lake in the summer.

Glacier Park's Sperry Chalet expected to reopen by 2020

The plan is to have Sperry Chalet open to the public by the summer of 2020, National Park Service officials told contractors and the public interested in the project on Wednesday at a meeting in Kalispell.

Request seeks to build ATV track in Stillwater Forest

A request to develop an all-terrain vehicle track and camping area on state forestland just north of the Olney green-box garbage collection site has been submitted to the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation.

Forecast shows school enrollment may increase

An updated look at the Whitefish School District’s enrollment projections predicts an increase of a total of 172 students enrolled in the next five years.

Senate approves permanent authorization of Land and Water Conservation Fund as part of big lands package

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Tuesday approved a major public lands bill that revives a popular conservation program, adds 1.3 million acres of new wilderness, expands several national parks and creates four new national monuments.

The call to serve

Tyler Dunnagan’s former Tampa, Florida high school has a motto — “men for others.”

City examines increase to rec program fees

Whitefish Parks and Recreation’s after school and summer programs could see rate increases beginning this summer to cover increased costs associated with running the programs.

State plans to widen section of Highway 40

The Montana Department of Transportation is planing to widen a segment of Montana Highway 40, while also examining whether the road should eventually be constructed to five lanes.

Legals February 13, 2019

No. 2471 WHITEFISH BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING At a meeting of the Whitefish Board of Adjustment on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at 6:00 pm, the Board will hold a public hearing on the item listed below. The Board of Adjustments meets in the Whitefish Council Chambers at City Hall, at 418 E. 2nd Street, Whitefish, Montana. A variance request by Ryan Beeson to make a 1/2 story addition to an existing home within the front yard setback. The property is located at 314 W 7th Street. (WZV 19-01) Compton-Ring Documents pertaining to this agenda item are available for review at the Whitefish Planning & Building Department, 418 E. 2nd Street, Whitefish, Montana 59937 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: bminnich@cityofwhitefish.org. For questions or further information regarding this request, phone 406-863-2410. WHITEFISH BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS Herb Peschel, Chair February 13, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Community briefs for Feb. 13

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

Bill to extend taproom hours tabled, but legislator says issue not dead yet

A bill that would have let small breweries be open extended hours was killed last week by a state House committee, but Whitefish’s representative who introduced the bill says the issue may not yet be finished.

Husky running loose in neighborhood; dog needs rescue from river

Saturday, Feb. 2

Mary L. Putnam

Mary L. Putnam, 86, of Whitefish, passed away peacefully at KRMC on Feb. 3, 2019.

Rural communities in the face of climate change

Climate change can be difficult to fully wrap your mind around. My fear is that more people will engage only after facing a crisis themselves — losing a home due to flooding, markets upended by multi-year droughts, or water shortages.

Senator provides update on bills

The Montana Legislature has completed 25 days of its 90 day session.

Helen Marie Waggoner

Helen Marie Waggoner, 89, of Whitefish, passed away peacefully at North Valley Hospital on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019.

George S. Gardner, 90

George Gardner passed away peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 7 in Whitefish. Gardner was born on April 24, 1928 in Brooklyn, New York to Scottish immigrants, George A. Gardner and Matilda Stevenson Gardner.

School District accepts donations

The Whitefish School District recently received $10,000 in two donations from the Broussard Charitable Foundation.

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Whitefish City Council meets on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 7:10 p.m. at the City Hall at 418 E. Second St. The following agenda items will be discussed, subject to change:

Concerns raised over proposed trail while officials say more planning still ahead

Concerns are being raised regarding a section of proposed trail between Swift and Lazy creeks as part of a potential connection for the Whitefish Trail.

Police issue warning over phone scam

The Whitefish Police Department is warning about a phone scam that is occurring in the Flathead Valley involving those posing as law enforcement officers.

Bulldogs compete at state

The Bulldogs closed out their season over the weekend at the Class A State Tournament in Billings, finishing with a handful of wrestlers competing on day two and two wrestlers placing.

Dogs stomp Cats in final week of regular season

The Bulldogs put the finishing touches on their strong regular season with a dominant performance in Columbia Falls last week.

Lady Dogs looking ahead to district tournament

The regular season ended on a sour note for the Lady Bulldogs, who fell to Ronan and Columbia Falls last week.

Report says invasive mussels pose economic, ecological threats

For a region rich in lakes, the specter of infestation by invasive mussels can wring shudders from people familiar with what’s at stake.

State champs

The Lady Bulldog swimmers are state champions.

Band reunites to support ski patrol

On any given day during ski season, more than likely Steve Riddle, one of the original members of the Mission Mountain Wood Band, is up on Big Mountain carving turns.

Heavy snow and sub-zero wind chills expected this weekend

Another shot of brutally cold Arctic air similar to what hit Northwest Montana last weekend is poised to invade the region Friday night into Saturday. Heavy snow and sub-zero wind chills are likely, the National Weather Service in Missoula warned, creating dangerous travel conditions through the weekend.

Whitefish Shopko set to close in May

The Whitefish Shopko Hometown store will close May 12 after being added to a list of stores set to close as the company reorganizes while going through bankruptcy.

Community briefs for Feb. 6

Apartment project fully funded

An affordable housing project in Whitefish is set to break ground this summer following the award of a grant that secures the final funding needed for the project.

Hospital donates to Nate Chute Foundation

The North Valley Hospital is honoring one of the employees of its foundation by making a donation to the Nate Chute Foundation.

City sees bump in impact fee collections

The city of Whitefish collected about $120,000 more in impact fees in fiscal year 2018 than the previous year.

Chamber honors volunteers, businesses

Community supporters, volunteers and businesses were honored Thursday night during the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards ceremony at the O’Shaughnessy Center.

Legals February 6, 2019

No. 2469 WHITEFISH PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The regular meeting of the Whitefish Planning Board will be held on Thursday, February 21, 2019 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 item listed below. Upon receipt of the recommendation from the Planning Board, the Whitefish City Council will hold a subsequent public hearing for item 1 on March 4, 2019. 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 FNB Investments LLC for a 12-lot Preliminary Plat. The property is undeveloped and is zoned WR-3 (Low-Density Multi-Family Residential District). The property is located at 540 Colorado Avenue and can be legally described as E1/2E1/2 of Lot 1 in Block 6 of Whitefish Townsite Five Acre Tracts S25 T31N R22W P.M.M., Flathead County. (WPP 18-16) Minnich Documents pertaining to these agenda items are available for review at the Whitefish Planning & Building Department, 418 E Second Street, during regular business hours. The full application packets along with public comments and staff report will be available on the City's webpage: www.cityofwhitefish.org under Planning Board six days prior to the Planning Board public hearing date noted above. 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 February 6, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

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Saturday, Jan. 26

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

Letters Aloud acts out words of famous people

The Whitefish Theatre Company is thrilled to present Letters Aloud, a Seattle-based theatre troupe who is bringing their show FAME (they’re not going to live forever!) to the Flathead Valley. Letters Aloud will perform one night only on Friday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish.

ATP show next week combines opera and burlesque

Alpine Theatre Project is presenting the opera “OperaLesque” this month. The show is Feb. 14-16 at the ATP Garage, 6464 Highway 93 in Whitefish. “OperaLesque” will feature some of the greatest opera singers in the nation from the Metropolitan Opera and New York City Opera mixed with tantalizing burlesque. Patrons can enjoy chocolate fondue and cocktails at the ATP Garage while being treated to vocal and physical virtuosity including aerial acts all around them.

Registration open for lake conference

The Montana Lakes Conference is expected to gather a diverse resource professionals to exchange information, scientific advancements and management strategies regarding healthy lake and reservoir ecosystems.

New online map features trail systems around county

A new comprehensive and interactive online map of county trails is now available through Flathead County’s website.

King, queen celebrate Whitefish

We love this Realm! We are so blessed to live in a special place where the rain stops and the sun shines warmth onto our parade, where the people of the Valley show up with smiles and tie-dye, where the children have a story that connects us, where old and young are honored and valued, where Sparkle and Wildness live in a dynamic balance, where Peace and Love and Community were on display for all to enjoy and capture with amazing pictures and memories. This is not ordinary. This is special, magical and extraordinary.

Whitefish speech team deserved their title

By now, many of you have probably heard about the debacle that rattled the Class A Speech and Debate tournament this past week. In a devastating turn of events for Whitefish High School, a tabulation error was found that awarded the state championship to Columbia Falls High School. I could sit here and write for pages on how I believe our team deserves the win, how some unsportsmanlike behavior may have altered the outcome, but I won’t. Because, despite this major disappointment, it is not the most notable thing that happened over the course of the season, the state competition, and the past few days.

Representative provides update from Montana Legislature

So many bills come and go. The sponsor presents a bill. She articulates the merits of her bill in a carefully crafted synopsis to set the stage for opponents and proponents to convince the committee. The sponsor hands off the bill to the committee. Ownership is short lived. One need not become emotional, the bill will live a life of its own; amended, tabled, brought off the table, read on the floor and moved to the other chamber. It’s not easy passing a bill. Many will fail.

Little Guy wrestling begins

The Montana Little Guy season will start Feb. 11 and go for six weeks ending March 23.

Whitefish looks to add parking near City Beach

The city of Whitefish is set to go out for bids for construction of new parking near City Beach.

Grand Parade winners

Parade winners from Saturday’s Whitefish Winter Carnival Grand Parade:

Bulldogs blow out Chiefs, Devils

The Bulldogs showed up to play on senior night, dominating Ronan 59-34.

Lady Dogs tripped up by Ronan, Corvallis

Eight minutes into last Tuesday’s game against Ronan and it looked like the Lady Dogs were ready for a rout.

Bulldog wrestlers head to state

Ten Bulldog wrestlers are headed to the state tournament after a solid weekend of wrestling at divisionals.

Mary L. Putnam

Mary L. Putnam, 86, of Whitefish, passed away peacefully at KRMC on Feb. 3, 2019.

PHOTOS: Whitefish Winter Carnival Grand Parade

Photos: Penguin Plunge

Folks braved the icy waters of Whitefish Lake Saturday morning for the annual Whitefish Carnival Penguin Plunge, which raises money for Montana Special Olympics.

Severe winter weather on its way

Northwest Montana residents will be facing extreme winter weather conditions over the next few days as a strong cold front will bring with it snow, strong winds and below-zero temperatures.