Wednesday, October 26
Bulldogs run season-best times at Class A State cross country meet
The All Class State Cross Country Meet was held Saturday in Missoula under rainy skies.
Prescribed burn near Whitefish Mountain Resort
The Tally Lake Ranger District conducted a prescribed burn in an area directly adjacent to the Whitefish Mountain Resort on Thursday, Oct. 20.
Council approves mixed-use subdivision off U.S. 93
The parcel, owned by Tracy Poole of True North Partners, LLC, is set to be bisected by a new public right-of-way connecting Shiloh Avenue and Whitefish, which will be built by the developer.
Fern, Bennett face off in race for House District 5
Two candidates are running to represent House District 5 in the Montana Legislature.
Transitional zoning plan inches forward
The long-awaited highway business transitional zoning district took another step forward last week during a work session as council gave staff further direction.
History - Looking Back for October 26
The Whitefish Library Association, Inc., announced that its book of Whitefish history, Stump Town to Ski Town, will be printed and is expected to be available by March 1, 1973.
New procedure for fall leaf pick-up in Whitefish
The city of Whitefish has a new system for collecting leaves streetside and will no longer pick up bagged leaves.
Whitefish boys soccer ends season in semifinal game
The Whitefish Bulldog boys soccer team’s season came to an end Saturday after they were edged out by the Livingston Rangers on the road.
Bulldogs threaten but Pirates hold on
Despite a powerful push by the Bulldogs in the second half, the unbeaten Polson Pirates came out on top, 34-27 when the two battled in Polson Friday night.
Lady Bulldogs fire up for overtime win in semifinal game
The Whitefish girls soccer semifinal game included overtime on Saturday at Smith Fields and the Bulldogs beat the Hamilton Broncs, 5-3, to secure a spot in the state championship game.
Rotary Club opens new bathrooms at Smith Fields
The club raised money to purchase prefabricated concrete bathrooms that are ADA compliant to be placed at the sports complex.
Juris V. Grinbergs
Juris V. Grinbergs
Legals for October, 26 2022
State housing task force presents recommendations to governor
The group, appointed by the governor in July, had been asked to recommend measures that could be implemented by the Legislature to reduce the burden placed on many Montanans by the state’s tight housing market, with a particular emphasis on actions that could make it easier for private developers to build new homes.
FEC Roundup for Safety board awards grants
The Flathead Electric Co-op Roundup for Safety Board awarded $16,500 in community safety grants to nonprofit organizations at its Oct. 13 meeting, including a $4,800 grant requested by Greater Valley Health Center’s school-based health program for an EKG machine.
Police Calls: Young vandals return to the scene
The police calls section does not reflect the nature or the volume of the calls received by local law enforcement.
Legislature must act to end anti-housing NIMBYism
As Republican and Democratic legislators representing a mix of Montana’s cities and rural areas, we have our fair share of political differences.
WHS, Stillwater Christian host special concert
The special concert will combine both bands with the talents of Vizzutti on Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.
Hayrides, horses and Halloween at Clydesdale Outpost
Halloweentime at Clydesdale Outpost features haunted hayrides, a Clydesdale photobooth, ghost stories around the bonfire, a SPOOKeasy bar, fun food and treats and on certain nights live music.
Library begins youth book review program
Library begins youth book review program
Perry Lee Moore
Perry Lee Moore was born Sept. 7, 1946 and died Sept. 5, 2022.
Tee to Green: Season wraps up at golf course
We now have nearly 100 members on the cart storage waiting list for a space in the cart barn at Whitefish Lake Golf Club.
Wednesday, October 19
Prescribed fire near Whitefish Mountain Resort Thursday
If conditions align with air quality, the Tally Lake Ranger District will prescribe burn an area directly adjacent to the Whitefish Mountain Resort on Thursday, Oct. 20.
Whitefish boys get past Hamilton to earn spot in semifinals
The Whitefish boys soccer team battled to a 2-1 victory over Hamilton Saturday in the Class A quarterfinal at Smith Fields.
Drum Brothers will perform and lead workshop in November
North Valley Music School in Whitefish is hosting a Percussion Pairing Weekend on Friday, Nov. 4 and Saturday, Nov. 5.
Whitefish girls knock out defending state champs Laurel en route to semifinals
With their hearts on the line, the Bulldogs pulled out the 3-3 (3-2) overtime win.
Whitefish native Parkin Costain featured in TGR film
From a young grom shredding around Whitefish Mountain Resort to a professional skier riding spines in Alaska for Teton Gravity Research, Parkin Costain is hoping to inspire everyone to get excited for the winter season ahead.
Victim in Olney shooting fears wife would attack him if released
The Olney man allegedly shot and wounded by his wife in September worried aloud in Flathead County District Court on Thursday that she would finish him off if released on bail.
Zinke: Politically motivated investigations are nonsense
I was honored to serve as Secretary of the Interior. Indian trust lands, public lands, wildlife management, water, and federal energy, all fall within Interior.
Prosecutors say man stole van, drove drunk until collision in Whitefish
A motorist driving an allegedly stolen construction van in the wrong lane of U.S. 93 before crashing into a camper in Whitefish late last month remains behind bars with bail set at $75,000.
Physicians oppose LR-131 initiative
We are Montana health care professionals who care deeply for the health, safety, and well-being of our patients.
Don’t expect much from Bukacek if elected to PSC
As a member of the Flathead County Health Board Ann Bukacek showed up unprepared, insisted on her own views, and actively proselyted outside the boundaries of Board meetings.
Tranel: Nov. 8 presents a consequential choice
Many of us have faced that intense moment, clutching a pregnancy test and a timer, waiting, agonizing, bargaining for the result to be one line or two. For those facing a pregnancy they did not intend, or cannot carry, the moment can be one of terror.
Initiative puts abortion indirectly on the ballot
The University of Montana Oval echoed with the voices of nearly 100 students, many chanting, “My body, my choice! My state, my choice!” The rally was both in defense of reproductive rights but also in opposition to the so-called “Born-Alive Infant Protection Act” on the ballot this year.
Eileen Delores (Ohs) Sandefur
Eileen Sandefur, age 94, passed from this earthly life into her forever home with the Lord on Friday afternoon Sept. 23, 2022.
Rita E. Rayhill
Rita E. Rayhill was a loving mother, grandmother (Gaga), sister and friend. She passed away surrounded by family and friends in Whitefish, Montana, on Sept. 26, 2022, of natural causes, age 65.
History - Looking Back for October 19
The new Whitefish Superintendent of Public Works, John Boyd, was hired by the city council to supervise the water systems, sewer systems and streets and alleys.
Police Calls: DIY slow signs prove ineffective
The caller said her debit card was stolen from her purse and the thief has spent over $200 already.
Tee to Green: Golf Course closes Monday, 2022 membership increases
The Annual Meeting of the Whitefish Lake Golf Association was well attended this past Saturday and the hosted bunch was excellent as always.
Cross country crushes Classic
The Bulldog’s boys cross country won the Western A Fall Classic on the challenging course at the East Glacier Golf Course on Saturday and the Whitefish girls team placed fifth.
WTC holds auditions for Little Women
The Whitefish Theatre Company is holding auditions for its holiday production of “Little Women” on Oct. 23 and 24 at 7 p.m. at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish.
The SpongeBob Musical comes to Whitefish with over 100 students
One of the most popular animated shows of all time — SpongeBob Squarepants — gets the full Broadway musical treatment Oct. 22 and 23 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.
Significant weather pattern change beginning this weekend
It may be time to bring out the long underwear, as the National Weather Service is expecting temperatures this weekend to be 20 to 25 degrees colder than this week for northwest Montana.
Great Fish Community Challenge nets over $5 million for local nonprofits
Whitefish Community Foundation awarded more than $5 million to 70 Flathead Valley nonprofit organizations during the Great Fish Awards Celebration Monday evening.
Lady Bulldog volleyball competes in Blocktober championships
The Whitefish volleyball team competed in the Blocktober Classic last weekend in Butte.
FEC Roundup for Safety board awards grants
The Roundup for Safety Board awarded $16,500 in community safety grants to nonprofit organizations at its Oct. 13 meeting, including a $4,800 grant requested by Greater Valley Health Center’s school-based health program for an EKG machine.
Explore Whitefish Sustainability, Community Enhancement grants offered
Explore Whitefish is accepting applications for its fifth annual grant program, with submissions due by Nov. 1, 2022.
Elliott M. Schmidt
Elliott M. Schmidt, 34 of Whitefish, passed away at his home on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022.
Subaru dealership makes donation to elementary school
At the conclusion of the month-long Subaru Loves Learning program, Don “K” Subaru gave $2,000 to East Evergreen Elementary School.
Fall Into Hockey program introduces girls to the ice
When you think of the International Ice Hockey Federation, a six-year-old girl, barely as tall as a scaled-down hockey goal is not likely the first image to come to mind.
County planning board votes against KM Ranch proposal
Agreeing with neighbors that a large subdivision doesn’t fit the character of the neighborhood, the Flathead County Planning Board on Wednesday put a negative recommendation on a proposal that could add housing and commercial development along KM Ranch Road.
Bulldogs come up short in Dog-Cat rivalry game
The Bulldogs took the lead twice in the second half of a game against Columbia Falls Friday on the road, but couldn’t hold onto it in the final quarter.
Legals for October, 19 2022
Wednesday, October 12
Elect PSC commissioners who will challenge utilities on behalf of ratepayers
It was no surprise to open the paper last week and learn that the Public Service Commission had approved a $92 million interim rate increase for Northwestern Energy.
Whitefish resident joins Flathead Families for Responsible Growth board
Flathead Families for Responsible Growth (FFRG) recently announced that longtime Whitefish resident Cameron Blake has joined the FFRG board.
WTC promises a bloody good time with Sweeney Todd production
Just in time for the Halloween season, the Whitefish Theatre Company is delighted to present the musical thriller “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish.
City volleyball court refurbished for open play
The City of Whitefish Parks and Recreation Department recently refurbished the outdoor beach volleyball court at Mountain Trails Park on Wisconsin Avenue.
REAL Montana seminar helps agricultural industry leaders grow in their fields
Whitefish resident Shauna Dunn recently returned from Bozeman as part of REAL Montana (Resource Education and Agriculture Leadership).
Motorist on probation allegedly led troopers on chase
A Whitefish man already on probation is back behind bars after allegedly playing chicken with Montana Highway Patrol troopers and leading authorities on a chase over the weekend.
Police Calls: Two egging incidents, no sunny side about them
A muffler was reported stolen from a piece of construction equipment on Lion Mountain Loop.
Food Drive: Don’t let little goblins go hungry this fall
The North Valley Food Bank (NVFB) sends its ghostly greetings as they gear up for the “Trick or Treat So Kids Can Eat” food drive.
ReVision Youth launches mental health campaign in Flathead Valley
In the face of the growing global mental health crisis, ReVision Youth announces the launch of the Mental Health Emergency Preparedness and First Aid campaign.
Looking Back for October 12
A surprise snowfall of nearly five inches was cited as the heaviest accumulation so early in the season in at least 32 years, according to Cliff Harris, U.S. Weather Service observer for Whitefish.
Tee to Green: Remodel progressing, golf course closes Oct. 24
The annual business meeting of the Whitefish Lake Golf Association is set for this Saturday, Oct. 15, with a hosted brunch starting at 9:15 a.m. and the meeting starting at 9:30 a.m.
Feds arrest alleged drug dealer in Kalispell, seize thousands of fentanyl pills
Federal prosecutors say authorities seized about 12,000 fentanyl pills during the arrest this week of a Mexican national in Kalispell wanted for allegedly trafficking the deadly drug in the Flathead Valley.
Drum Brothers will perform and lead workshop in November
North Valley Music School in Whitefish is hosting a Percussion Pairing Weekend on Friday, Nov. 4 and Saturday, Nov. 5.
Mary Ann Teeples
Mary Ann Teeples, 91 of Columbia Falls, passed away Oct. 4, 2022 at Hidden Meadows.
Dean B. VanDyne
Dean B. VanDyne, 87 of Columbia Falls, passed away Oct. 9, 2022
New city finance director looks forward to opportunities in Whitefish
Of all the things Lanie Gospodarek is looking forward to in her new job as the finance director for the city of Whitefish, growing a tomato sparks the most joy.
Council takes another step toward adopting updated Transportation Plan
Whitefish has taken a step toward adopting a plan that describes and prioritizes transportation goals for the city for the next 20 years.
Parks Department receives federal grant for Armory improvements
Whitefish Parks and Recreation Director Maria Butts, who the city says continues to explore grant opportunities that save the taxpayers of Whitefish thousands of dollars, recently garnered a grant to help with improvements to the City of Whitefish’s largest park.
Vibrant Roots: Finding balance through mushrooms and honey
Perhaps you’ve seen the colorful beverage in a glass bottle in stores across Whitefish and have wondered what Jun Tea is and how to pronounce it.
Runners post solid times at unique race in Helena
The Bulldog cross country runners participated in the Capital City 7 of 7 race in Helena last Thursday.
Large rail union rejects deal, renewing strike possibility
The third largest railroad union rejected its deal with freight railroads Monday — renewing the possibility of a strike that could cripple the economy — but before that could happen both sides will return to the bargaining table.
Whitefish spikers down Loggers in straight sets
The Lady Bulldogs came out firing against the Libby Loggers on Tuesday, Oct. 4 at Whitefish High School.
Bulldogs draw tough first-round playoff match with Laurel
After finishing the season with a 3-0 win over Polson on Thursday, the Whitefish girls soccer team secured the top spot in the Northern A conference heading into the postseason.
Bulldog offense blazing on Senior Night in win over Libby
A game between Whitefish and Libby on Friday night quickly turned into an offensive shootout — and whoever could come up with defensive stops when needed would end up victorious.
Husky-mix dogs abandoned near Hungry Horse up for adoption
Some of the multitude of dogs that were abandoned up the Hungry Horse Reservoir a few weeks ago are now up for adoption.
City Council preview for Oct. 17
Whitefish City Council meets on Monday, Oct. 17, beginning at 7:10 p.m. at City Hall.
Zinke’s absence at Whitefish forum shows he isn’t interested in representing the people
I organized a candidate’s forum for our new Western District Congressional Representative in Whitefish in September. I invited all three candidates within days of each other in early July before their calendars had commitments.
City's proclamation doesn't represent many Whitefish residents
The City Council’s Sept. 6 Proclamation in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision on overturning Roe vs. Wade does not represent many residents of Whitefish.
Legals for October, 12 2022
Friday, October 7
Prescribed fire on Big Mountain Monday
The Tally Lake Ranger District is planning to prescribe burn an area directly adjacent to Whitefish Mountain Resort on Monday.
Wednesday, October 5
Legacy Run sees record-breaking number of participants
Over 600 people participated in the 11th Annual Whitefish Trail Legacy run over two days last weekend in Whitefish.
Lasting Legacy: Grattan’s contributions to Whitefish live on after longtime resident dies
Tim Grattan was a visionary for the town of Whitefish — a resident and respectful developer that saw the potential of the area and pursued projects that few had the courage to see through.
School district to host community meeting on high school expansion
The Whitefish School District is currently in the planning stages of a potential Whitefish High School expansion.
Whitefish girls stay undefeated through tough week on pitch
Last week the Whitefish girls soccer team held on to win over Columbia Falls in their second meeting of the season 2-1 at the Columbia Falls Flip Darling Memorial Field.
Evening of Glass and Light at Cawdrey Gallery
Cawdrey Gallery presents the final Whitefish Gallery Night of 2022, “An Evening of Glass and Light” with artists Grace Chepnick of Seattle, Washington and Ann Justin of Bozeman, Montana on Thursday, Oct. 6 from 6-9 p.m.
Dogs top Browning, fall in five sets to CFalls
The Lady Bulldogs faced two conference foes last week, traveling the short distance to Columbia Falls and then hosting Browning in Whitefish.
Bulldogs cruise to victory over Chiefs
A massive 28-point second quarter gave the Whitefish Bulldogs a clear advantage over Ronan in a Class A football game on Friday night.
Over 100 cats removed from animal-hoarding property on Edgewood
In early September, authorities and a handful of volunteers collected a large number of malnourished and neglected cats that were suffering with flea infestations and illnesses from a property in Whitefish.
Ralph Leroy Fitzpatrick
Ralph Leroy Fitzpatrick died with his daughters by his side and sunshine gleaming through his window on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022.
“Shades of Gray” adoption event
Flathead Spay and Neuter Task Force will hold an adoption event Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8-9, from noon to 4 p.m. each day.
Tee to Green: Remodel underway, absentee ballots due soon
The remodel of the bag room area is officially underway as of this past Monday.
Bulldogs’ strong day two earns third at State
The Class A State Golf Tournament was held last weekend at the Hamilton Country Club. The two-day event saw some of the best high school golfers square off. The Bulldogs took home third place.
Bulldog runners fly through finish at home invite
The Whitefish Lake Golf Club hosted the Whitefish Invitational cross country meet last week and with temperatures in the 70s, it was a lovely day to race.
CFalls too much for Bulldogs in rivalry match; Dogs down Libby
With a sluggish start to the game, the Whitefish Bulldogs found themselves down early on setting up a long night playing on Wildcat turf Thursday night. Under the lights of Flip Darling Memorial Stadium, Columbia Falls defeated their rival Bulldogs 3-1.
Whitefish Bear Fair
The City of Whitefish, Republic Services and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks invite the public to the Whitefish Bear Fair, Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Depot Park.
Andrew R. Ault
Andrew R. Ault, 38 of Kalispell, passed away Sept. 26, 2022 at Logan Health.
Richard “ Dick” Hillstrom
Richard “ Dick” Hillstrom, 74 of Whitefish, passed away at home on Sept. 29, 2022.
Dr. Robert James Frank
Dr. Robert “Bob” James Frank, age 80, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022, in Columbia Falls, Montana.
Logan Health renames award after Winslow Nichols
Beginning this school year, Logan Health will be renaming their Today’s Achievers, Tomorrow’s Leaders program after Winslow Nichols, one of the program’s first award winners.
New charge filed against man linked to Whitefish shooting last May
Prosecutors have filed an additional charge against a Rollins man accused of firing a gun in downtown Whitefish in May, allegedly connecting him to two other incidents involving gunfire that same night.
Zinke put on defensive over past lies in US House debate
Former Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke faced sharp attacks for past dishonesty from his Democratic opponent in a Montana U.S. House race debate on Thursday night, as the Republican sought to downplay recent reports from federal investigators who said he lied to them in two separate cases.
Fall prescribed burns planned around northwest Montana
The Flathead National Forest is planning to conduct fall prescribed fire projects when weather, fuel conditions, and air quality become favorable.
Police Calls: Spectacles left in the porta-potty
The driver of a red Mini Cooper was said to have gone around a line of cars into oncoming traffic on Highway 93 and almost caused a head-on collision with a dump truck.
Local employers take creative measures to recruit qualified candidates
In the face of ongoing hiring challenges, local employers across all industries are taking creative measures to remove barriers in the hiring processes and appeal to qualified and capable candidates.
Looking Back for October 5
Three Whitefish teenagers were arrested, another was being sought and a fifth was turned over to Flathead County juvenile authorities as the result of investigations into a window breaking incident in Whitefish.
Glacier plans to phase out commercial air tours by 2029
Glacier National Park released a final air tour management plan last week that looks to end all helicopter and airplane air tours by Dec. 31, 2029.
Walking Man Gallery features native artist for Gallery Night
On Oct. 6, The Walking Man Gallery in Whitefish will be featuring the collection of works by True Archdale, a Wolf Point, Montana native. This exhibit will be the final show for the summer season in the celebrated Whitefish Gallery Nights.
