Stories for April 2020

Subscribe

Thursday, April 30

Glacier Park will open, but not until state reaches third phase of reopening
April 30, 2020 3:30 p.m.

Glacier Park will open, but not until state reaches third phase of reopening

“The park will open this summer,” Glacier National Park superintendent Jeff Mow said in an interview Wednesday.

Posters available to remind folks of precautions related to COVID-19
April 30, 2020 7:39 a.m.

Posters available to remind folks of precautions related to COVID-19

The City of Whitefish is making a poster available to businesses to remind folks to follow practices aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Wednesday, April 29

Bullock says increased testing for COVID-19 planned
April 29, 2020 3:36 p.m.

Bullock says increased testing for COVID-19 planned

Gov. Steve Bullock has set a goal to increase testing for COVID-19 in Montana to eventually conduct 60,000 tests per month.

Community foundations join in on Global Day of Giving
April 29, 2020 1 a.m.

Community foundations join in on Global Day of Giving

The Whitefish Community Foundation and the Flathead Community Foundation are working together to participate in the Global Day of Giving and Unity on Tuesday, May 5.

Twins start ‘social-distancing’ practices this week
April 29, 2020 1 a.m.

Twins start ‘social-distancing’ practices this week

After missing the first two weeks of the season due to the coronavirus outbreak, the Glacier Twins tentatively started their season Monday.

Gas station approved for south entrance to city
April 29, 2020 1 a.m.

Gas station approved for south entrance to city

A Town Pump gas station and convenience store has garnered approval for the city’s south gateway, despite overwhelming public opposition to the project and an obvious reluctance on the part of Whitefish City Council to approve it.

April 29, 2020 1 a.m.

Police calls: Worries about social distancing abound

Friday, April 17

City water treatment plant design finished
April 29, 2020 1 a.m.

City water treatment plant design finished

Final designs are complete for the City of Whitefish’s water treatment expansion project and the city will soon be accepting bids on the project.

Second annual Hit the Trail Challenge kicks off Friday
April 29, 2020 1 a.m.

Second annual Hit the Trail Challenge kicks off Friday

Walkers, hikers and bikers have been hitting the Whitefish Trail with new enthusiasm this spring, but doing so for the month of May can also result in money to support the trail.

Musician Relief Fund looks to help those without a gig
April 29, 2020 1 a.m.

Musician Relief Fund looks to help those without a gig

The closures caused by the coronavirus have been hard for everyone — restaurants, salons, teachers and more.

April 29, 2020 midnight

Legals for April, 29 2020

Tuesday, April 28

April 28, 2020 1:56 p.m.

City Council has duty to follow laws, regulations

On Monday evening, April 20, the Whitefish City Council approved a conditional use permit for a Town Pump gas station and convenience store at 6045 Highway 93 South (northeast corner of Highway 93 and Montana 40). The approval came after three public hearings at the Planning Board and City Council, and consideration of a significant amount of public input and comment.

April 28, 2020 1:56 p.m.

Gas station frustration

Welcome to Kalispell North. On April 20, the Whitefish City Council voted to approve a conditional use permit for the Town Pump gas station and convenience store on the corner of Highways 93 and 40.

April 28, 2020 1:56 p.m.

Development should enhance

In the midst of a global pandemic which has most of the world on lockdown, there has been widespread reflection on the way we’ve been living and how it contributed to where we are now. Over-development, deforestation, excessive resource extraction, species extinction, over consumption ... This way of living is not sustainable. The very circumstances of this way of living brought us to the ecological, social, and health disaster the entire planet is now experiencing. This is a time when many people are considering if this is an opportunity to finally wake up and change our destructive ways.

April 28, 2020 1:56 p.m.

Newspapers needed during tough times

Newspapers in the United States have traveled rough seas to the First Amendment freedoms we enjoy today. From the colonial Stamp Act through wartime censorship to today, when thousands of newspapers were slammed with the public health emergency known as COVID-19, people who work for newspapers have never had completely smooth sailing.

Hagadone program provides access to $1 million in advertising funds
April 28, 2020 1:45 p.m.

Hagadone program provides access to $1 million in advertising funds

The Hagadone Media Group has launched a new grant program offering up to $1 million in matching advertising funds to assist locally-owned businesses that have been impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.

Dan McGarry
April 28, 2020 12:45 p.m.

Dan McGarry

Dan McGarry

Dan McGarry passed away peacefully at Kalispell Regional Medical Center on April 7, 2020 of natural causes.

Christopher “Chappy” Chapman
April 28, 2020 12:45 p.m.

Christopher “Chappy” Chapman

Christopher “Chappy” Chapman

Christopher “Chappy” Chapman, 56, of Whitefish, passed away at KRMC on April 25, 2020. Chappy is survived by his wife Lynnett Gobel and son Skylar Gobel.

Linda K. Pugh
April 28, 2020 12:45 p.m.

Linda K. Pugh

Linda K. Pugh

Linda K. Pugh, 68, of Whitefish, passed away April 20, 2020 at her home. Linda is survived by her husband Jack and her son Max.

Edith K. Heffernan
April 28, 2020 12:45 p.m.

Edith K. Heffernan

Edith K. Heffernan

Edith K. Heffernan, 91, of Whitefish, passed away April 20, 2020 at her home.

Center adds new programs in second year
April 28, 2020 12:23 p.m.

Center adds new programs in second year

Students still got plenty of hands-on learning in the second year of the Whitefish School District’s Center for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship even though in-classroom instruction was cut short due to school closures.

April 28, 2020 12:20 p.m.

2020 Shrine Game canceled, postponed to 2021

The 2020 Montana East-West Shrine Game scheduled for July 18 has been canceled due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a release emailed on Thursday.

Bulldogs’ Moore signs with Western
April 28, 2020 12:20 p.m.

Bulldogs’ Moore signs with Western

Another Bulldog has signed on to play at the next level.

April 28, 2020 12:15 p.m.

Golf course open this week, restaurant next week

Golf Course open for 2020

April 28, 2020 12:11 p.m.

Emergency rental assistance reaches 250 local tenants

An emergency rental assistance fund for Whitefish area workers impacted by COVID-19 assisted more than 250 renters this month.

Social distancing guides golf course opening
April 28, 2020 12:11 p.m.

Social distancing guides golf course opening

Expect a little more space out on the links this summer.

Schools remain closed for rest of school year
April 28, 2020 9:22 a.m.

Schools remain closed for rest of school year

Whitefish Schools will continue with their remote learning plan through at least the end of the current school year.

Friday, April 24

Forest Service looks to allow bike guiding, ATV tours in the North Fork
April 24, 2020 2:12 p.m.

Forest Service looks to allow bike guiding, ATV tours in the North Fork

The Flathead National Forest is looking to allow expanded guiding and outfitting in the North Fork of the Flathead and in the Tally Lake Ranger District, offering special use permits for bike, van and ATV guided tours on open roads and trails in the area.

Whitefish asks citizens to help prevent spread of COVID-19, also extends ban on lodging stays
April 24, 2020 8:14 a.m.

Whitefish asks citizens to help prevent spread of COVID-19, also extends ban on lodging stays

Whitefish has extended its ban on non-essential stays at hotels and short-term rentals through May 10, and is asking residents to stay vigilant in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Thursday, April 23

Superintendent recommends remote learning continue for rest of school year
April 23, 2020 2:52 p.m.

Superintendent recommends remote learning continue for rest of school year

Superintendent Heather Davis Schmidt says Whitefish Schools should continue with remote learning only for the remainder of the school year.

Wednesday, April 22

No headline
April 22, 2020 2:56 p.m.

No headline

The 2020 high school spring sports season is canceled, the Montana High School Association announced Wednesday.

Bullock announces plan to gradually reopen Montana
April 22, 2020 1:56 p.m.

Bullock announces plan to gradually reopen Montana

A gradual reopening of Montana will begin this weekend, Gov. Steve Bullock announced Wednesday afternoon.

Spring sports canceled
April 22, 2020 1:52 p.m.

Spring sports canceled

The 2020 high school spring sports season is canceled, the Montana High School Association announced Wednesday.

Second death related to COVID-19 confirmed in Flathead County
April 22, 2020 9:25 a.m.

Second death related to COVID-19 confirmed in Flathead County

The second death related to COVID-19 in Flathead County was confirmed Wednesday morning, the Flathead City-County Health Department announced.

April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Park Side Credit Union offers financial courses for all ages

Money matters can be tough, especially for young adults.

City selects firm for transportation plan study
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

City selects firm for transportation plan study

The City of Whitefish has selected the engineering firm of KLJ to update its transportation plan.

During this crisis, North Valley Hospital is here for you
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

During this crisis, North Valley Hospital is here for you

During the health crisis surrounding COVID-19 (coronavirus), things have changed for everyone’s daily lives. At North Valley Hospital, our entire operational system has shifted, but one thing remains constant — we are here for you, our patients and our community.

April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Supports Graybill

No one is better prepared to serve as Montana’s next Attorney General than Raph Graybill. He has the energy, intelligence and values that resonate with me. Graybill values fairness for all, which will guide the future of our entire legal system.

April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Absence of tourism dollars will be a challenge for Whitefish

When I was elected to the Whitefish City Council around the turn of the new century, I remember remarking, somewhat tongue in cheek, after the first budget meeting: “I had always considered myself a ‘tax and spend liberal Democrat’ until I got elected to city council and came to realize I was a ‘fiscally conservative Republican.’”

April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Supports Bennion

The race hasn’t received much attention, but we will elect a new Attorney General this year. Tim Fox, our current Attorney General, is term limited. I support Fox’s Chief Deputy Attorney General, Jon Bennion.

Alpine Theatre raises curtain with online show
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Alpine Theatre raises curtain with online show

Theatre performances worldwide have been canceled, but Alpine Theatre Project has decided the show must go on, even if that means turning a live production into a video.

Community faced pandemic together 102 years ago
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Community faced pandemic together 102 years ago

More than 100 years ago an influenza pandemic had made its way to Whitefish, and the response then appears to be much the same as today as the community faces the coronavirus pandemic.

Planned condos  get thumbs up from board
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Planned condos get thumbs up from board

The Whitefish Planning Board last week gave a favorable recommendation for a large condominium project planned for south of U.S. Highway 93 West directly across from Whitefish Lake Golf Course.

Netzel anniversary
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Netzel anniversary

Larry William and Helen Rosetta Netzel (Carpenter) of Marion, Montana are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on April 25.

City seeks bids for building Baker Ave. pedestrian underpass
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

City seeks bids for building Baker Ave. pedestrian underpass

City Council earlier this month approved the design plans for the Baker Avenue pedestrian underpass at an estimated cost of $1.6 million. It also authorized going out for bids on the project.

April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Looking Back for April 22

Board recommends separate requests for brewery, tavern
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Board recommends separate requests for brewery, tavern

The Whitefish Planning Board last week gave positive recommendations for two separate requests — one for a brewery expansion downtown and another to convert an existing commercial building on Highway 93 into a tavern.

Whitefish outdoor apparel company begins making health-care garments
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Whitefish outdoor apparel company begins making health-care garments

Andy Techmanski spent the last year developing an outdoor clothing company, but when the COVID-19 pandemic hit he knew his company could provide a solution to a shortage of medical personal protective equipment in the United States.

Muldown project remains on budget, schedule
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Muldown project remains on budget, schedule

The construction of the new Muldown Elementary School is preparing to push into its final phase, which includes the demolition and buttoning up of specific parts of the old building.

April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

School district makes changes to health insurance plan

Facing a funding shortfall, the Whitefish School District has switched to a fully-insured healthcare plan for its employees.

Lions Club looks to expand vision screenings
April 22, 2020 1 a.m.

Lions Club looks to expand vision screenings

Especially for young children, not being able to see well can mean behavioral issues or missing the opportunity to learn while in the classroom. And often youngsters might not even know they’re missing out because they don’t even realize they need glasses.

Tuesday, April 21

April 21, 2020 2:13 p.m.

Analysis shows half of state's counties have reported cases of COVID-19

A statewide interim analysis of the state’s 377 known COVID-19 cases through April 10 has found that about 45 percent of the people diagnosed with the illness have recovered and 53 are considered recovering.

April 21, 2020 11:57 a.m.

New guidelines ready as course set to open

Opening soon

April 21, 2020 11:52 a.m.

Police calls: fraudulent bills, pizza order discovered

Friday, April 10

Carol Newbury
April 21, 2020 11:15 a.m.

Carol Newbury

Born June 11, 1933, in a little house by City Beach, Carol Louise Hedman Newbury ascended into Heaven Good Friday, April 10, 2020.

Herbert Peschel
April 21, 2020 11:15 a.m.

Herbert Peschel

Herbert (Herbie/Papa) Charles Peschel, 74, died peacefully on Thursday afternoon, April 16 with his wife of 49 years Carole by his side. He passed after a three-week battle from a stroke and heart attack that ultimately took his life.

April 21, 2020 11:15 a.m.

Walter Drake Massey, 82

Capt. Walter Drake Massey USAF (Ret) passed away quietly on April 5, 2020, at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish, Montana, at the age of 82.

Monday, April 20

April 20, 2020 11:21 a.m.

Projections suggest Montana's virus cases 'leveling out'

Flathead County’s Public Health Officer said Thursday that based on current projections and what data is available, the coronavirus outbreak in Flathead County and Montana as a whole “appears to be leveling out and starting to go down.”

Health Board member's comments on COVID-19 prompt calls for removal
April 20, 2020 10:34 a.m.

Health Board member's comments on COVID-19 prompt calls for removal

Many community members who tuned into the Flathead City-County Board of Health’s virtual meeting on Thursday asked board members and the county commissioners to consider removing Dr. Annie Bukacek from her position on the board, citing an incident in which she organized members of the public to protest the city of Kalispell’s recent state-of-emergency declaration, among others.

April 20, 2020 10:21 a.m.

Projections suggest Montana’s virus cases ‘leveling out’

Projections suggest Montana’s virus cases ‘leveling out’

Friday, April 17

Bullock says phased reopening of state could occur after April 24
April 17, 2020 2:57 p.m.

Bullock says phased reopening of state could occur after April 24

A phased reopening of the state could occur after April 24 when the current stay-at-home order related to COVID-19 expires if certain criteria are met, Gov. Steve Bullock said Friday.

Thursday, April 16

Banks handling a rush of emergency coronavirus loans
April 16, 2020 6:42 a.m.

Banks handling a rush of emergency coronavirus loans

Local businesses and nonprofits are taking advantage of a federal loan program designed to keep them running during the coronavirus pandemic.

April 16, 2020 5:47 a.m.

Airport receives $11M in emergency funding

Glacier Park International Airport will receive $11 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration to help with recovery from the COVID-19 outbreak.

FWP seeking comments on Lost Trail conservation easement
April 16, 2020 5:44 a.m.

FWP seeking comments on Lost Trail conservation easement

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public input on a potential proposal to acquire a conservation easement on approximately 7,274 acres of productive timberland near Marion in Flathead County owned by Southern Pine Plantations.

Wednesday, April 15

Glacier Park plows making progress, while park remains closed to public
April 15, 2020 2:27 p.m.

Glacier Park plows making progress, while park remains closed to public

Glacier National Park plow crews are making progress on plowing the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The goal is to make it to the Loop by week’s end, a park official said, citing an email update from the plow crews. Crews are through the West Side Tunnel.

April 15, 2020 8:41 a.m.

City selects company to perform water efficiency analysis

City Council has approved using Forestoration to conduct an analysis of its parks and landscaped rights-of-way with the goal of increasing efficiency in water usage. Council last month OK’d allowing the City Manager to negotiate a contract with Forestoration. The city has set aside up to $65,000 for the project in tax increment finance funds for the project. Potable water is used to irrigate the city’s open spaces during the dry season, but an annual increase of commercial and residential water use in the summer season combined with hotter and drier summers prompted the city to evaluate its irrigation efficiency, noted Maria Butts, Parks and Recreation Director.

April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Spring sports closures extended

The Montana High School Association announced Thursday that all spring activities will be further suspended through April 24.

April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Philanthropic excellence

The last month has been a whirlwind of rapid change and outstanding philanthropic response. Two leaders in corporate philanthropic excellence are Town Pump Foundation and Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation. The two companies have distributed $1.45 million to frontline nonprofits across the state over the last three weeks. The rapid deployment of these funds gives North Valley Food Bank and other nonprofits the ability to respond quickly to surging community needs.

Planning board looks at requests for condos, brewery, bar
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Planning board looks at requests for condos, brewery, bar

The Whitefish Planning Board will hear requests for a 52-unit condo, an expansion of the former Great Northern Brewing Co. building, and a request to turn the former Whitefish Marine building into a tavern during its meeting this week.

April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Music brings folks together during time of uncertainty

It’s been a whirlwind the past few weeks, for all of us.

Council set to vote on request for new Town Pump
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Council set to vote on request for new Town Pump

City Council is expected on Monday to vote on a plan to construct a new Town Pump gas station at the south entrance to Whitefish.

Effort seeks ski goggles for use by medical professionals
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Effort seeks ski goggles for use by medical professionals

A major effort has sprung up around the United States to get ski goggles to health-care workers who are without eye protection as they treat patients with COVID-19.

Students, artists collaborate on sculpture
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Students, artists collaborate on sculpture

Whitefish High School is expected to be adorned with a new outdoor sculpture as part of a student and community collaboration.

Dominick looks to build on freeride success
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Dominick looks to build on freeride success

Gardner Dominick hopped on skis for the first time when he was 18 months old.

Don K dealership makes donation to CASA for Kids
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Don K dealership makes donation to CASA for Kids

Don “K” and Subaru recently presented a check for more than $14,000 to the Flathead Valley’s Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA for Kids) as a result of their being chosen by the employees at the dealership as the 2019 hometown charity beneficiary of the recently completed Subaru Share the Love event.

Pandemic likely to impact city resources
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Pandemic likely to impact city resources

The COVID-19 pandemic could result in a significant financial impact for the City of Whitefish.

Medical clinic modifies operations amid pandemic
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Medical clinic modifies operations amid pandemic

Glacier Medical Associates physicians, nurses and the staff are learning to adapt amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Teachers bring lessons online with remote learning
April 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Teachers bring lessons online with remote learning

As school continues in a remote learning system, Whitefish teachers are making the best of an unfortunate situation.

Tuesday, April 14

April 14, 2020 2:59 p.m.

No headline

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

April 14, 2020 2:18 p.m.

Defining essential

Help me understand. We, the people, have relinquished our rights and have allowed the government, an elect few, to determine for us, the people, what businesses are “essential”, therefore can stay open, and what businesses are “non-essential” therefore must close. Liquor stores are open “essential” and houses of worship are closed “non-essential.”

April 14, 2020 2:01 p.m.

Looking Back for April 15

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

Builders support restaurants while giving to health-care workers
April 14, 2020 12:52 p.m.

Builders support restaurants while giving to health-care workers

Nearly $40,000 in local restaurant gift cards are expected to go out to medical professionals in Kalispell and Whitefish next week, courtesy of Malmquist Construction and Bear Mountain Builders.

Montana travel-related businesses face COVID-19 concerns
April 14, 2020 12:33 p.m.

Montana travel-related businesses face COVID-19 concerns

Nearly 94% of Montana’s travel-related businesses say they have been impacted by COVID-19, according to surveys conducted in March by the Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research at the University of Montana.

Virtual dark sky events next week
April 14, 2020 12:33 p.m.

Virtual dark sky events next week

The International Dark Sky Association Montana Chapter will host virtual events to celebrate International Dark Sky Week on April 19-25.

Don A. Doyle
April 14, 2020 12:23 p.m.

Don A. Doyle

Donald Arthur Doyle passed away Jan. 15, 2020, at Kalispell Regional Hospital. He was 88 years old.

April 14, 2020 12:23 p.m.

Online videos can help golfers get in shape

Opening date for Golf Course

April 14, 2020 12:23 p.m.

Police calls: UFOs spotted

Friday, April 3

Monday, April 13

April 13, 2020 3:06 p.m.

KRH announces pay cuts, furloughs as result of pandemic

Kalispell Regional Healthcare on Monday announced that due to financial impacts related to the COVID-19 pandemic that it will implement pay reductions for its executives, physicians and executive directors. Certain employees will also be furloughed and others will have hours or shifts reduced.

April 13, 2020 3:04 p.m.

Snow, damaging winds expected Saturday

Flathead Valley residents enjoying the recent warm weather should brace themselves for a big change this weekend. Winter weather returns with a vengeance beginning Friday night as a cold front ushers in damaging winds, near-record cold and snow.

April 13, 2020 8:10 a.m.

FVCC hosting online workshop focused on nonprofit fundraising

Flathead Valley Community College’s Continuing Education Center will host a workshop designed to help nonprofit board members understand their role in fundraising.

April 13, 2020 7:44 a.m.

Flathead County resident dies of coronavirus

The Flathead City-County Health Department on Monday confirmed the first death of a Flathead County resident related to COVID-19 in Flathead County.

Friday, April 10

Governor says Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy, other magical creatures considered essential
April 10, 2020 11:57 a.m.

Governor says Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy, other magical creatures considered essential

Gov. Steve Bullock has designated that the Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy and other magical creatures are free to conduct their normal activities and travel through Montana as long as they follow social distancing.

Thursday, April 9

April 9, 2020 2:16 p.m.

Snow, damaging winds expected Saturday

Snow, damaging winds expected Saturday

Driver who hit Olney girl charged
April 9, 2020 7:38 a.m.

Driver who hit Olney girl charged

The driver of a vehicle who ran over a little girl getting off a school last year has been charged with criminal endangerment.

Wednesday, April 8

Field trip guides aimed at assisting with outdoor learning
April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Field trip guides aimed at assisting with outdoor learning

The folks behind the Whitefish Trail have created independent field trip activities for children and their families to use on any trail or even in their own backyard.

Virtual services, egg hunt ready for Easter
April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Virtual services, egg hunt ready for Easter

The time surrounding Easter Sunday is usually a time filled with special services, gatherings and celebrations at churches. However, this year church pews will be empty and events marking Easter on April 12 will look remarkably different for many churches in Whitefish in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Daily business loss about $732,000 as result of coronavirus pandemic
April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Daily business loss about $732,000 as result of coronavirus pandemic

Communities across the country have taken a hit as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, and Whitefish is no exception.

Plans emerge for brewery building
April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Plans emerge for brewery building

Plans have emerged for the former Great Northern Brewing Co. building on Central Avenue.

April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Experts offer strategies for managing stress during pandemic

In trying times, staying sane is paramount.

Salvage proposal made for Smith Lake after storm
April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Salvage proposal made for Smith Lake after storm

The Stillwater State Forest has released its initial proposal for the salvage and timber harvest for a blowdown area on more than 300 acres near Smith Lake.

April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Timber sale approved for Boyle Lake

The state Land Board has approved the Boyle Lake timber sale about seven miles northwest of Whitefish.

SobbaCycle riders pedal at home
April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

SobbaCycle riders pedal at home

When SobbaCycle was forced to shut its doors due to the coronavirus outbreak, owner Perrey Sobba decided to bring the classes to her riders’ homes.

Hammer Nutrition buys meals to support restaurants
April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Hammer Nutrition buys meals to support restaurants

Hammer Nutrition has been supporting local restaurants forced to close their dining rooms by purchasing take-out lunches for its employees in recent weeks.

Couple offers acupuncture treatments and more
April 8, 2020 1 a.m.

Couple offers acupuncture treatments and more

Aylee Thierfelder was in her 20s when she turned to acupuncture to assist with health issues she was facing, and the results were so beneficial she modified her career path.

Tuesday, April 7

April 7, 2020 2:41 p.m.

Educator misses interactions with students

Although I’ve taught online college classes, online teaching will never be my first choice. I miss having spontaneous conversations with students and getting them to laugh at my bad jokes.

April 7, 2020 2:41 p.m.

Suggestions for dealing with stressful times

In a short amount of time our normal routines of going to work each day and sending the kids off to school have adjusted to working from home and suddenly becoming our children’s teachers. These changes would be challenging under any circumstance. Here are some strategies to help deal with the anxiety of it all:

April 7, 2020 2:41 p.m.

Physical distancing is more accurate

I suggest we change the social distancing phrase to “physical distancing.”

April 7, 2020 2:30 p.m.

Resort marks positives even with early end to season due to pandemic

Sunday should have been the last day of the ski season at Whitefish Mountain Resort until it was forced last month to close early as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. Still the resort recorded some positives even in a shortened season and is looking ahead to next winter.

Bullock extends stay-at-home order through April 24
April 7, 2020 2:07 p.m.

Bullock extends stay-at-home order through April 24

Gov. Steve Bullock has extended the stay-at-home order for the state through April 24, including the closure of public schools, to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

April 7, 2020 1:43 p.m.

Chamber sets up group for restaurant information

Chamber sets up group for restaurant information

The Whitefish Chamber of Commerce has created a Facebook group called “Flathead Eateries” as a way to promote all of the members of the food industry in the Flathead Valley.

April 7, 2020 1:43 p.m.

Looking Back for April 8

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

April 7, 2020 1:32 p.m.

United Way sets up assistance fund in response to COVID-19

United Way sets up assistance fund in response to COVID-19

The Northwest Montana United Way has established a COVID-19 Relief Fund at Glacier Bank to accept financial donations to assist with unmet needs in Flathead, Glacier, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties.

April 7, 2020 1:02 p.m.

Foundation leads day of giving for local nonprofits

The Whitefish Community Foundation is joining the global giving day to help unleash generosity and connect donors with nonprofits that are suffering operationally during the COVID-19 crisis. The annual Giving Tuesday will be renamed A Day of Giving and Unity and will be a 28-hour campaign beginning at 8 a.m., Tuesday, May 5 and ending at noon on May 6.

April 7, 2020 12:36 p.m.

Police Calls: Man in desperate need of decorative rock

Friday, March 27

April 7, 2020 12:35 p.m.

Barbara K Burch

Barbara K Burch, 64, of Kalispell died March 29, 2020, in Kalispell.

April 7, 2020 12:35 p.m.

Golf course opening May 4

The Whitefish Lake Golf Club is scheduled to open for business as of May 4 this year, which is considerably later than normal as a result of COVID-19 pandemic.

April 7, 2020 12:26 p.m.

Town Pump foundation accepting grant apps

The Town Pump Charitable Foundation is offering up to $500,000 in grants statewide for volunteer ambulance and EMT services.

Sunday, April 5

Whitefish prohibits guests for lodging facilities, vacation rentals
April 5, 2020 11:06 a.m.

Whitefish prohibits guests for lodging facilities, vacation rentals

Whitefish on Sunday became the first city in Montana to prohibit guests from staying at lodging facilities and vacation rentals in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Friday, April 3

Bullock says stay-at-home order likely to be extended beyond April 10
April 3, 2020 11:42 a.m.

Bullock says stay-at-home order likely to be extended beyond April 10

Gov. Steve Bullock on Friday urged Montanans to continue remaining at home to slow the spread of the coronavirus, and noted that the statewide stay-at-home directive he previously issued and set to expire on April 10 will likely be extended.

Screenings for COVID-19 begin at train depot, airport
April 3, 2020 9:44 a.m.

Screenings for COVID-19 begin at train depot, airport

Screening of passengers at Glacier Park International Airport and Whitefish train depot for COVID-19 began Friday.

Wednesday, April 1

April 1, 2020 9:58 a.m.

PBS, Office of Public Instruction collaborate on home learning

As schools and districts across Montana suspend classes to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, MontanaPBS and the Montana Office of Public Instruction have announced a plan to support home learning for students.

April 1, 2020 8:58 a.m.

PBS, Office of Public Instruction collaborate on home learning

PBS, Office of Public Instruction collaborate on home learning

April 1, 2020 2:40 a.m.

Legals April 1, 2020

No. 2537 WHITEFISH PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The regular meeting of the Whitefish Planning Board will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2020 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 the items on May 4, 2020. City Council meetings start at 7:10 pm at 418 E Second Street in the Whitefish City Council Chambers on the second floor. 1. A request by Goosebay Capital LLC, with technical assistance by Montana Creative, is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to operate a bar/tavern. The property is zoned WB-2 (Secondary Business District). The property is located at 6191 Highway 93 South and can be legally described as Tract 5HAB in Section 12, Township 30N, Range 22W, P.M.M., Flathead County. (WCUP 20- 05) Minnich 2. A request by Blackstar Partners, LLC, with technical assistance from Montana Creative for a Conditional Use Permit for expanding a bar/tavern. The property is zoned WB-3 (General Business District) and is located at 2 Central Avenue and can be legally described as Lot 1, Block 27 of Whitefish Township in S36, T31N, R22W, P.M.M., Flathead County. (WCUP 20-06) Taylor 3. A request by Ronnie & Sharon Kyle for a Conditional Use Permit to develop a 52-unit condominium project in three buildings. The property is zoned WRR-1 (Lot-Density Resort Residential District). The property is located at 1515 Highway 93 W and can be legally described as Tract 1ABD in S35, T31N, R22W, P.M.M., Flathead County. (WCUP 20-07) Compton-Ring Documents pertaining to these agenda items are available for review at the Whitefish Planning & Building Department, 418 E Second Street, during regular business hours or online on the City's webpage: www.cityofwhitefish.org under Current Land Use Actions. 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 encouraged to send in written comments rather than attending the meeting in person due to the public health crisis. There may be restrictions in place limiting the number of people in any given room, although accommodations will be made for public comment. 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 April 1, 2020 MNAXLP __________________________

A healthy 'Happy Birthday'
April 1, 2020 1 a.m.

A healthy 'Happy Birthday'

The family of Arnold Peterson were forced to be creative last week when throwing him a birthday party.

Businesses forced to modify operations
April 1, 2020 1 a.m.

Businesses forced to modify operations

It’s fair to say Whitefish and its businesses are facing a new host of issues these days.

Community rallies to support food bank
April 1, 2020 1 a.m.

Community rallies to support food bank

When businesses began closing and subsequently laying off employees due to the coronavirus pandemic, North Valley Food Bank knew it would be seeing an increase in families needing assistance. But it was also faced with an additional hurdle as the food it normally receives from grocery stores all but completely ended as shoppers cleaned out store shelves.

Council holds meeting with electronic public participation
April 1, 2020 1 a.m.

Council holds meeting with electronic public participation

Whitefish City Council on Monday, April 6 will hold its regular meeting, but the public will only be able to participate electronically as City Hall remains closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kalispell Regional offers ways to help healthcare workers
April 1, 2020 1 a.m.

Kalispell Regional offers ways to help healthcare workers

Kalispell Regional Healthcare has launched Project PPE (personal protective equipment) and has supplied information about how the public can help KRH health-care workers.

April 1, 2020 midnight

Legals for April, 1 2020