Stories for October 2024

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Wednesday, October 30

October 30, 2024 1 a.m.

City Council preview for Nov. 4, 2024

Whitefish City Council meets on Monday, Nov. 4, beginning at 7:10 p.m. at City Hall.

Whitefish's Douglas places 6th at state XC meet
October 30, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish's Douglas places 6th at state XC meet

Simon Douglas has been near the front of several races this year, and at the Class A State Cross Country Championships on Saturday, October 26 he proved to be one of the best in Montana.

Whitefish Theatre Co. presents Montreal Guitarie Trio
October 30, 2024 12:10 a.m.

Whitefish Theatre Co. presents Montreal Guitarie Trio

After performing a sold-out show in 2014, Whitefish Theatre Company presents the music of the Montréal Guitare Trio (MG3) as their second installment of their 2024-2025 music series. MG3 will perform for one night only on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish.

Michael Emmett Whalen, 71
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Michael Emmett Whalen, 71

Michael Emmett Whalen, 71, November 29, 1952 — October 18, 2024.

Game check stations see uptick in traffic for opening weekend
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Game check stations see uptick in traffic for opening weekend

Northwest Montana hunters are off to a successful start to the general big game season.

1030 Notices
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1030 Notices

1030 Notices

New nonprofit looks to create communal 'making place'
October 30, 2024 midnight

New nonprofit looks to create communal 'making place'

The Making Place, a newly formed nonprofit in Flathead Valley, is striving to create a community makerspace for artists, makers and creators of all kinds.

Photos: Witches sweep down Whitefish River
October 30, 2024 midnight

Photos: Witches sweep down Whitefish River

Dozens of residents and their fluffy friends dressed as witches for a fun, spooky venture sweeping and paddling down Whitefish Lake and River on Oct. 17.

Student Art: ‘Pete the Dog’ by Marin Gignoux
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Student Art: ‘Pete the Dog’ by Marin Gignoux

The art featured above is called " Pete the Dog" and is a paper mache sculpture by Whitefish Middle School seventh grader Marin Gignoux in the Middle school’s Sculpture class. The Pilot periodically features art from Whitefish High School and Middle School students

October 30, 2024 midnight

Police Calls: Driver reckless, not drunk

The police calls section is presented for entertainment purposes and does not reflect the nature or the volume of the calls received by local law enforcement.

October 30, 2024 midnight

Meetings to discuss conservation easements in Northwest Montana

The upcoming meetings are required annually by the conservation easement agreements and provide a forum for discussion of any issues related to public use, land use, access issues, conditions, or other unanticipated issues involving conservation easement lands.

October 30, 2024 midnight

Roundup for Safety funds lake rescue boat

Flathead Electric Cooperative’s Roundup for Safety program awarded $20,492 in grants supporting community safety projects proposed by six local nonprofit organizations in early October.

October 30, 2024 midnight

In a nutshell: Building belonging through food

Food has the unique ability to simultaneously evoke memories of family traditions, bridge differences and strengthen our connections with one another. In a time when our communities seem increasingly divided, the North Valley Food Bank (NVFB) strives to create a safe space where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Looking Back: Record snowfall; Second Street resurfaced
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Looking Back: Record snowfall; Second Street resurfaced

A look back at past Pilot articles by Julie Engler

All-State Music Festival an honor for students and educators
October 30, 2024 midnight

All-State Music Festival an honor for students and educators

Seven Whitefish High School music students were selected to attend the All-State Music Festival in Billings Oct. 18-20.

Steven T. Smith, 76
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Steven T. Smith, 76

Steven T. Smith, 76, died peacefully at home on Oct. 17, 2024, attended by his wife, Martha, of 54 years

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Whitefish girls fall to Laurel in semifinals

The Whitefish girls soccer team had a season they can be proud of after stellar play and exemplary teamwork earned them a place in the State Class A semifinals. The Lady Bulldogs finished the year with a record of 10-4-1 after they lost to the Laurel Locomotives, 3-0 on Saturday.

Last-minute goal sends Bulldogs into soccer championship
October 30, 2024 midnight

Last-minute goal sends Bulldogs into soccer championship

The Whitefish boys soccer team advanced to Class A finals with a 4-3 win over the Stevensville Yellowjackets on Saturday with a dramatic game-winning goal from Rowan Perkins in the 88th minute.

Fire department open house inspires families
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Fire department open house inspires families

The City of Whitefish Fire Department hosted an open house on Saturday, Oct. 19.

October 30, 2024 midnight

Dogs host Bigfork in playoff showdown

The Bulldogs are the No. 4 seed heading into the first round of Western A football playoffs this Friday, when they’ll take on No. 5 seed Bigfork at the Dog Pound at 7 p.m.

October 30, 2024 midnight

Legals for October, 30 2024

Karrow Avenue reconstruction project finished
October 30, 2024 midnight

Karrow Avenue reconstruction project finished

The city of Whitefish recently completed the Karrow Avenue reconstruction project, the latest roadway project funded by the city’s resort tax.

Photos: Whitefish High School fall band concert
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Photos: Whitefish High School fall band concert

Whitefish High School band performed their fall concert at the Performing Arts Center on Oct. 22.

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Letters to editor Oct. 30

Observation vs. accusation; Send Dave to the Senate; Take our future seriously.

North Valley Food Bank’s ready-to-heat meals a solution for housing insecurity
October 30, 2024 midnight

North Valley Food Bank’s ready-to-heat meals a solution for housing insecurity

With an increasing number of customers visiting North Valley Food Bank (NVFB) experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness, ready-to-heat meals are filling the need for nutritious food that’s accessible and easy to prepare.

October 30, 2024 midnight

Lady Bulldogs sweep Polson, strengthen grip on conference

This late in the season, the conference standings either tighten up or the league leaders show why they are sitting atop the standings.

Monday, October 28

Diane K. Boyd's “A Woman Among Wolves” book release
October 28, 2024 12:40 p.m.

Diane K. Boyd's “A Woman Among Wolves” book release

Called the Jane Goodall of wolves, world-renowned wildlife biologist Diane Boyd has spent four decades studying and advocating for wolves in the wilds of Montana near Glacier National Park. When she started in the 1970s, she was the only female biologist researching and radio-collaring wild wolves in the United States. With her two dogs for company, she faced the rigors of the Montana winter in an isolated cabin without running water or electricity.

October 28, 2024 noon

“Mindful” regulations on women a hypocrisy

Until hypocrites like Regier no longer hold public office, the sorry fact is that Montana’s constitution needs to include a provision that protects women’s private health care decisions.

Sunday, October 27

October 27, 2024 2:25 p.m.

Hunters Against Hunger program donates to food pantries

Since its inception in 2014, over 373,464 pounds of meat has been donated through the Hunters Against Hunter program and distributed to Montanans experiencing food insecurity through 29 local food pantry sites, including North Valley Food Bank in Whitefish.

Friday, October 25

Whitefish's Halloween costume contest revived
October 25, 2024 4:05 a.m.

Whitefish's Halloween costume contest revived

There are lots of spook-tacular festivities happening over the next week. At night, the legendary, hauntingly old tradition of the Whitefish Halloween costume party and pub crawl returns.

Thursday, October 24

Chronic wasting disease detected for first time in wild deer in Flathead Valley
October 24, 2024 2 p.m.

Chronic wasting disease detected for first time in wild deer in Flathead Valley

Chronic wasting disease was recently detected in a white-tailed deer in Kalispell.

Wednesday, October 23

Great Fish Community Challenge nets record $6.7 million for local nonprofits
October 23, 2024 5:30 a.m.

Great Fish Community Challenge nets record $6.7 million for local nonprofits

Whitefish Community Foundation awarded $6.68 million to 80 Flathead Valley nonprofit organizations during the Great Fish Awards Ceremony Tuesday evening.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Boys soccer through to the semifinals

The Bulldogs soccer team won its first-round playoff game in Big Sky.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Girls soccer team advances to semifinals with win over Hamilton

The Lady Bulldogs came away with a 1-0 win in the first round of the playoffs against Hamilton on Saturday.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Growth policy big topic with Community Development Board

The Whitefish Community Development Board denied a request for a parking variance and recommended approval for some city housekeeping tasks at its meeting last week.

Looking Back: Food bank’s Munski-Feenan honored
October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Looking Back: Food bank’s Munski-Feenan honored

Residents of the Birch Point area anticipated getting sewer facilities after a two-year wait.

Halladay Quist launches talent show, training academy
October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Halladay Quist launches talent show, training academy

Halladay Quist, daughter of Montana Hall of Fame Entertainer, Rob Quist, and Founder and CEO of Montana’s Got Talent will be showcasing 15 of the best regional entertainers at the Wachholz College Center in Kalispell, on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Town Pump matching $1 million for food banks

As increasing food costs and other everyday expenses push more Montanans to local food banks for help, the Town Pump Charitable Foundation is matching over $1.1 million to help raise $4 million during its annual fundraising campaign for food banks, including the North Valley Food Bank in Whitefish.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Vote for abundant, affordable energy

Our growing thirst for electricity is an exciting sign of progress but worrisome.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Council discusses Safe Streets grant; open container ordinance

The Whitefish City Council heard an update on the Safe Streets for All grant and discussed the city’s open container ordinance at a work session last week.

Hospital Corner: An alternative treatment for depression
October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Hospital Corner: An alternative treatment for depression

When Logan Health – Whitefish psychiatrist Doug Muir, MD began treating depression patients with TMS, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, in 2019, it was little-known yet cutting-edge technology.

Glacier Nordic programs open for the season
October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Glacier Nordic programs open for the season

Glacier Nordic Club grooms community trails and promotes a lifelong love of skiing through a variety of lessons, programs, rentals and venues. Adult and youth programs are now open for the season.

Student Art: ‘Blue Elephant’ by Kaydence Blackwell
October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Student Art: ‘Blue Elephant’ by Kaydence Blackwell

The art featured above is called "Blue Elephant" and is a double pinch pot by Whitefish High School junior Kaydence Blackwell in the WHS Pottery 1 class.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Police Calls: Jet skier causes waves of concern

Someone was smelling gas at a location on Locarno Drive.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Workforce Rental Assistance Program taking applicants year-round

The Whitefish Workforce Assistance Program recently shifted to accepting applications year-round, rather than having quarterly deadlines.

October 23, 2024 1 a.m.

Science Quencher shares range of expertise

The Whitefish Lake Institute's Science Quencher provides an opportunity to attend talks about Montana ecology including grizzly bear mating, Flathead native fisheries, river ecology and the state of Whitefish Lake.

Bulldog harriers primed for state meet
October 23, 2024 12:05 a.m.

Bulldog harriers primed for state meet

Whitefish senior Simon Douglas finished third at the Western A Classic meet on Friday, Oct. 18. Douglas clocked a time of 16:27.19, just a bit off his personal best.

Photos: Chasing alpenglow in autumn
October 23, 2024 midnight

Photos: Chasing alpenglow in autumn

No matter the route or the weather, the contrast of light and dark at sunset in autumn in Glacier National Park is a spectacular spectacle.

October 23, 2024 midnight

CI-128 does not make reckless changes

Please vote on CI-128 based on what it actually does and does not do, not based on distortions of the truth by its opponents

October 23, 2024 midnight

Whitefish takes third at Blocktober Classic

Whitefish placed third in the consolation bracket at the 2024 Blocktober Classic in Butte on Saturday, October 19 - winning eight matches total.

Bonnie Schwegman Smith
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Bonnie Schwegman Smith

Angels took Bonnie Schwegman Smith to Heaven on Oct. 9, 2024.

Tourism outlooks: Shoulder seasons grow, snow forecast optimistic
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Tourism outlooks: Shoulder seasons grow, snow forecast optimistic

The Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Committee held a town hall on Oct. 16. Panelists discussed growing tourism in the summer and shoulder seasons before giving outlooks for winter.

Electric flying car awes Whitefish Christian Academy students
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Electric flying car awes Whitefish Christian Academy students

On Thursday, Oct. 10, the buzz of a Blackfly – a prototype of one of the world’s first ultralight, fixed wing, all electric aircrafts – made a stop in Whitefish

October 23, 2024 midnight

Legals for October, 23 2024

Bulldog football builds momentum in 38-10 win over Polson
October 23, 2024 midnight

Bulldog football builds momentum in 38-10 win over Polson

The Bulldogs football team is getting better every week, adding to a streak of three high-scoring games with a 38-10 win over Polson in a crucial Western A game Friday Oct. 18., boosting the Dogs to 5-3 overall and 5-2 in league.

October 23, 2024 midnight

Dave Fern is experienced and solutions-oriented

In conversations we’ve had with Dave Fern to figure out where he stands on things, what becomes apparent pretty quickly is that he is incredibly knowledgeable about the issues important to us in the Flathead.

Tuesday, October 22

Rental highlighted in Tranel attack ad is legal, Whitefish officials say
October 22, 2024 midnight

Rental highlighted in Tranel attack ad is legal, Whitefish officials say

Democratic congressional hopeful Monica Tranel has attacked rival GOP U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke for illegally operating a vacation rental in Whitefish, but officials say the property is in compliance with city law.

Saturday, October 19

U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights opens investigations in Kalispell, Whitefish and Polson
October 19, 2024 7 a.m.

U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights opens investigations in Kalispell, Whitefish and Polson

The U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights is investigating discrimination complaints in Kalispell Public Schools, Whitefish School District and Polson School District.

Thursday, October 17

Whitefish graduate Maddie Young receives P.E.O. Local Scholarship
October 17, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish graduate Maddie Young receives P.E.O. Local Scholarship

Whitefish’s Chapter D of the Women’s Philanthropic Education Organization (P.E.O.) awarded Whitefish High School graduate Maddie Young a $1,000 P.E.O. Local Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Wednesday, October 16

Whitefish grad Cody Berry receives scholarship at Montana State University
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish grad Cody Berry receives scholarship at Montana State University

Nine high-achieving Montana State University students received Cameron Presidential Scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year.

Bulldog boys soccer ties with top-rated Columbia Falls
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Bulldog boys soccer ties with top-rated Columbia Falls

It was another thrilling rivalry game when the Bulldogs met the Wildcats in Columbia Falls last Tuesday, with the match ending in a 1-1 tie.

October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

CI-128 introduces new dangers

Proponents of CI-128 frame the initiative as the only way to protect abortion rights.

Student Art: ‘Sunflower from the School Garden’ by Grace Kepler
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Student Art: ‘Sunflower from the School Garden’ by Grace Kepler

The art featured above is called "Sunflower from the School Garden" and is a contour line graphite drawing with watercolor by Whitefish High School junior Grace Kepler in the WHS Art 1: Drawing class.

October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish implements new emergency notification software

The City of Whitefish has partnered with CivicPlus to implement its mass notification software.

Thirty Eight revitalizes vacant downtown lot
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Thirty Eight revitalizes vacant downtown lot

Riffs of live music and aromas from Flathead Valley’s best food trucks drifted throughout the streets of downtown Whitefish all summer since Thirty Eight, a new outdoor venue, opened in an empty lot that sat vacant for decades.

Whitefish football shuts out Stevensville, 48-0
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish football shuts out Stevensville, 48-0

Whitefish soared to a 41-0 lead in the first quarter against Stevensville Friday, and followed it up with one more touchdown in the second quarter to finish the game 48-0, moving the Bulldogs to 4-3 overall and 4-2 in conference.

Whitefish Council discusses impact fee revenue
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish Council discusses impact fee revenue

Last week the Whitefish City Council unanimously approved its 2024 Impact Fee Report and adopted an agreement amendment with Verizon.

October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish Fire Department hosts open house

The City of Whitefish Fire Department is hosting an open house on Saturday, Oct. 19.

Whitefish loses close one to Wildkats; shut out Thompson Falls
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish loses close one to Wildkats; shut out Thompson Falls

The Whitefish girls soccer team met the Wildkats again, this time in Columbia Falls. At the end of the hard-fought battle, Columbia Falls won the game 1-0.

Looking Back: Increased bear activity, U.S. 93 study
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Looking Back: Increased bear activity, U.S. 93 study

Mrs. A. E. Carr was in charge of the Whitefish Women's Club's 50th anniversary celebration.

October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Girls on the Run Western Montana hosts adventure film festival

Girls on the Run Western Montana, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering girls across the Flathead Valley and Western Montana, is hosting an adventure film festival in partnership with No Man’s Land Film Festival (NMLFF) in Whitefish on Thursday, Oct. 24.

Whitefish Theatre Co. presents rom-com ‘Almost, Maine’
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish Theatre Co. presents rom-com ‘Almost, Maine’

The Whitefish Theatre Co. is thrilled to present their first Main Stage production of the 2024-2025 season with “Almost, Maine,” by John Cariani.

October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Police Calls: Anger management major issue

The caller had concerns about someone parking a work truck on Vista Drive in front of someone else’s property.

October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

November is a test of our democratic system

As volunteer election judges, we understand that few institutions are as precious as democracy.

Local farmer sows powerhouse honeyberries
October 16, 2024 1 a.m.

Local farmer sows powerhouse honeyberries

When David Dunn bought his property on Farm to Market Road in 2012, with his dog, Shayla, the land was raw and was hosting his neighbor’s cows.

October 16, 2024 midnight

Lady Dogs beat Bigfork; move to 7-1 in league play

Whitefish has won its fourth straight, defeating Bigfork 25-19, 25-16, 24-26, 25-12 in Northwest A Conference action on Monday, Oct. 7.

Robert Lee 'Bob' Barker, 74
October 16, 2024 midnight

Robert Lee 'Bob' Barker, 74

Robert Lee "Bob" Barker, Jr., 74, passed away on Sept. 14, 2024, at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish after an extended illness.

Whitefish author writes resilient women characters
October 16, 2024 midnight

Whitefish author writes resilient women characters

When John Zaiss submitted his first novel, a financial thriller, to publishers the rejections came back with a lesson he took to heart.

October 16, 2024 midnight

District taking qualifications for high school expansion project

Whitefish School District is taking requests for qualifications for the Whitefish High School academic and athletic expansions through early December.

Former Whitefish Housing Authority director admits to embezzlement
October 16, 2024 midnight

Former Whitefish Housing Authority director admits to embezzlement

The former executive director of the Whitefish Housing Authority admitted in court Wednesday to embezzling at least $100,000 from the organization, which receives federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

October 16, 2024 midnight

Bulldog harriers running strong heading into postseason

Whitefish’s Simon Douglas placed fifth at the Helena 7x7 No. 2 race on Thursday, October 10. Douglas posted a time of 16:37.97 and was the top Class A finisher in the race.

Democrat Dave Fern faces Republican Doug Adams for newly drawn Senate district
October 16, 2024 midnight

Democrat Dave Fern faces Republican Doug Adams for newly drawn Senate district

Longtime Democratic legislator Dave Fern is hoping to return to the Legislature come 2025 in a newly redrawn Senate District encompassing parts of the north Flathead Valley.

October 16, 2024 midnight

Legals for October, 16 2024

Jacque Lyn Bosacker, 92
October 16, 2024 midnight

Jacque Lyn Bosacker, 92

Jacque Lyn "Jacky" Colton Bosacker, 92, passed peacefully at her home in Whitefish on Sept. 23, 2024.

Monday, October 14

Mother of missing paddleboarder reflects on search and rescue efforts
October 14, 2024 11 a.m.

Mother of missing paddleboarder reflects on search and rescue efforts

Nina Rea has been on a never-ending mission to find her daughter, Emily Rea, since she went missing in the Hungry Horse Reservoir this summer.

Freight train derails on border of Glacier Park
October 14, 2024 6 a.m.

Freight train derails on border of Glacier Park

Several BNSF Railway train cars carrying what appeared to be corn derailed along the border of Glacier National Park about 2 miles east of the Goat Lick area Saturday.

Saturday, October 12

Man killed in Columbia Falls shop explosion
October 12, 2024 10 a.m.

Man killed in Columbia Falls shop explosion

One man is dead and another injured after a shop exploded and burned on Kokanee Bend in Columbia Falls on Tuesday evening.

Wednesday, October 9

Whitefish’s Stack Financial climbs in national rankings
October 9, 2024 7 a.m.

Whitefish’s Stack Financial climbs in national rankings

Whitefish’s Stack Financial Management (SFM) climbed from #72 to #57 on the 2024 CNBC Financial Advisor 100 list.

Tuck new director for The Birth Center at Logan Health
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Tuck new director for The Birth Center at Logan Health

Callie Tuck has been named to replace Felicity Williams, who is relocating out of state, as the director of The Birth Center at Logan Health – Whitefish.

Songwriter festival rebrands as Downtown in the Round
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Songwriter festival rebrands as Downtown in the Round

“I was a young troubadour, when I rode in on a song.... And I'll be an old troubadour, when I'm gone,” sings George Strait in “Troubadour.”

Looking Back: Ski patrol honored, neighbor extinguishes fire
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Looking Back: Ski patrol honored, neighbor extinguishes fire

Mrs. Ray Eanes spoke to the Council on behalf of concerned parents whose children living within 3 miles of the schools no longer had busing available.

Homecoming kits highlight school spirit
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Homecoming kits highlight school spirit

For the last week, priceless memories of student athletes at Whitefish High School have been on display on custom-made homecoming posters lining the halls.

New non-profit art studio hosts Fall Harvest Moon Fest
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

New non-profit art studio hosts Fall Harvest Moon Fest

The Making Place is capping off their first season of events with a free family friendly fall festival, Harvest Moon Fest.

Bulldogs in high spirits after 42 – 22 win against Bigfork
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Bulldogs in high spirits after 42 – 22 win against Bigfork

The Whitefish football team is in high spirits after a momentous 42 – 22 win against Western A conference foes Bigfork on Friday at the homecoming game.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Community townhall on tourism, winter outlooks

The Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan committee invites the community to participate in a town hall on tourism trends on Wednesday, October 16, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Whitefish City Hall.

Student Art: ‘Picking Strawberries’ by Colby Wharton
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Student Art: ‘Picking Strawberries’ by Colby Wharton

The art featured above is called "Picking Strawberries" and is a watercolor and acrylic painting with pen by Whitefish High School senior Colby Wharton in the WHS Art 3: Advanced Art class last year.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Hidden text in Cl 128

When debating legislation, legislators are always looking for unintended consequences.

PHOTOS: Bulldog Pride at the Whitefish High School homecoming parade
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

PHOTOS: Bulldog Pride at the Whitefish High School homecoming parade

Whitefish High School celebrated homecoming 2024 with a parade through downtown on Friday, Oct. 4.

Whitefish Trail Blazer a highlight for local trail runners
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish Trail Blazer a highlight for local trail runners

Over 550 runners blazed the Whitefish Trail last weekend, taking part in the 15th annual trail running event hosted by Whitefish Legacy Partners.

Boys soccer notches two more wins against Bigfork, Hamilton
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Boys soccer notches two more wins against Bigfork, Hamilton

The Whitefish boys soccer team met Bigfork for the Bulldog’s homecoming game and came away with a 10-1 win.

Ski flick 'Wasteland' features local Chris Logan
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Ski flick 'Wasteland' features local Chris Logan

With less than 60 days until opening day at Whitefish Mountain Resort, it is time to turn up the stoke with ski movies. The Remington Bar is the place to be to see “Wasteland,” a Level 1 film featuring local skier Chris Logan.

Dunnigan honored with Governor’s Arts Award
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Dunnigan honored with Governor’s Arts Award

Local troubadour John Dunnigan has been making music in Whitefish since he moved to the Flathead Valley in 1978.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Co-op's Ribeye Raffles donates 1,000 pounds of meat and $19,008 to food banks

Flathead Electric Cooperative is proud to announce the results of its signature yearly fundraiser for seven area food banks.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Flathead National Forest conducting visitor use surveys

National Visitor Use Monitoring surveys began this week and will be conducted across the Flathead National Forest through Sept. 30.

Whitefish girls add two wins, Bigfork, Loyola
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish girls add two wins, Bigfork, Loyola

The Whitefish girls soccer homecoming game could not have been more exciting.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Green and Gold: Reflections of gratitude

I begin each school year with enthusiasm and appreciation for our schools and community.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Lack of state funding for schools a violation of Montana Constitution

Over the past few months, there have been different articles published in newspapers around the state about school finances, from teacher salaries and budget shortfalls to levies and bonds.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish School District surveys graduate goals

Whitefish School District has launched a survey to gather feedback for updates to the graduate profile and provide feedback related to the goals and overall operation of Whitefish Schools.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Six vie for Whitefish government review commission

Six candidates are running for five commissioner positions with the Local Government Study committee.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Pavement project on Big Mountain Road complete

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), in partnership with Knife River, announced the completion of a construction project north of Whitefish on Big Mountain Road.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Police Calls: Mysterious musical woman fails to amuse

Tools were reported stolen out of a truck on Lupfer Avenue.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Amazing Place Music presents ‘On the Stage’

London’s three-time Olivier Award Winning actor and recent Broadway star David Bedella will perform “On the Stage” with New York City’s favorite pianist, singer, and grammy-winning composer, Billy Stritch, on Oct. 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center, Atkinson Hall.

The BobFest celebrates wild places, active wilderness stewardship
October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

The BobFest celebrates wild places, active wilderness stewardship

The Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation invites the Flathead Valley to attend its annual year-end celebration and fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 25, at the Flathead County Fairgrounds.

October 9, 2024 1 a.m.

Averill Hospitality acquires The Pine Lodge

Averill Hospitality, a family-owned hospitality company based in Whitefish, Montana, announces the acquisition of The Pine Lodge on Whitefish River from Delaware North of Buffalo, New York, which had operated the hotel under the Choice Brand, Ascend Collection.

Jerry Meislik, 77
October 9, 2024 midnight

Jerry Meislik, 77

Jerry "JIR" Meislik, 77, passed peacefully away Sept. 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Robert Jones, 83
October 9, 2024 midnight

Robert Jones, 83

Robert "Bob" Jones, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sept. 16, 2024, at the hospital near their Montana home.

Abortion access supporters and opponents hold rallies over proposed ballot initiative
October 9, 2024 midnight

Abortion access supporters and opponents hold rallies over proposed ballot initiative

As Montanans begin voting on a measure that would see abortion access enshrined in the state constitution, supporters and opponents held dueling rallies in Northwest Montana over the weekend.

October 9, 2024 midnight

Whitefish girls golf second, boys fourth at state

Both the Whitefish girls and boys golf team climbed in the rankings this season, finishing second and fourth at the State A tournament last weekend in Polson.

October 9, 2024 midnight

Lady Bulldogs notch homecoming win over Libby

Whitefish picked up an impressive 25-9, 25-15, 25-14 homecoming sweep over Northwest A foe Libby to improve to 7-1 in the conference and 8-2 overall.

October 9, 2024 midnight

Armory Road reconstruction project begins preliminary traffic trial

Over two weeks, a detailed traffic trial will be conducted simulating a raised center median. This trial will assist in deciding which improvements will best serve the community.

October 9, 2024 midnight

Legals for October, 9 2024

Wednesday, October 2

Looking Back: Growth in Whitefish discussed in 1974
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Looking Back: Growth in Whitefish discussed in 1974

A town meeting on area planning and its effects on the Whitefish area was scheduled.

Student Art: ‘My Favorite Comfort Food, Strawberries Dipped in Chocolate’ by Kimmy Raff-Moore
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Student Art: ‘My Favorite Comfort Food, Strawberries Dipped in Chocolate’ by Kimmy Raff-Moore

The art featured above is called "My Favorite Comfort Food, Strawberries Dipped in Chocolate" and is stoneware sculpture by Whitefish High School senior Kimmy Raff-Moore in the WHS Sculpture class.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Explore Whitefish Affordable Housing Initiative recognized

World Tourism Day marks the launch of “100 Travel Innovations,” a collection of stories from 100 destinations around the world about the programs and activities happening right now to improve our lives – environmentally, economically, and socially.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Mount Brown Hawk Watch event this weekend

Glacier National Park will host its annual Mount Brown Hawk Watch Program on Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. near Lake McDonald Lodge.

Ski film with Voisin and Costain sparks stoke
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Ski film with Voisin and Costain sparks stoke

Local freeride skier Parkin Costain remembers seeing epic Teton Gravity Research ski movies at the O’Shaughnessy Center when he was 11 years old and being inspired by skiers like Sage Cattabriga-Alosa.

Tree work begins on U.S. 93 West project
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Tree work begins on U.S. 93 West project

The Montana Department of Transportation announced plans for the upcoming U.S. 93 West of Whitefish project.

Crow painter and equine sculptor at Cawdrey Gallery
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Crow painter and equine sculptor at Cawdrey Gallery

Crow artist Kevin Red Star and equine sculptor Brenna Kimbro will have their latest work on display at Cawdrey Gallery for the last Whitefish Gallery Nights of 2024 on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 5-8 p.m.

Bulldogs earn season’s first clean sheet
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Bulldogs earn season’s first clean sheet

The Libby Loggers traveled to Whitefish last Thursday to play the Bulldogs at Smith Fields.

Whitefish falls to defending champs Dillon, 19-13
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish falls to defending champs Dillon, 19-13

The Bulldogs put up a formidable fight at the home football game Friday. Defending Class A state champions Dillon defeated Whitefish 19-13, moving the Bulldogs to 2-3 overall and 2-2 in the Western A conference.

Chairlift: Searching for the missing glove
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Chairlift: Searching for the missing glove

Last Wednesday's warm weather moved me to clock out midday for a few hours and hike some of Big Mountain with my dogs.

Girls golf takes first, boys second at Western A Divisionals
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Girls golf takes first, boys second at Western A Divisionals

With four players in the top 15, Whitefish won the girls team title at the Western A Divisional golf tournament held Friday at Old Works Golf Course in Anaconda.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Women’s Weekend of Action in Whitefish

The Northwest Montana Women’s Weekend of Action takes place this weekend in Whitefish.

Bulldog CJ Thew doubles up with football, golf
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Bulldog CJ Thew doubles up with football, golf

Whitefish Bulldog CJ Thew isn’t afraid to swing being a two-sport athlete this fall.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Disability Rights Montana participates in national ‘Week Without Driving’

Disability Rights Montana is excited to announce its participation in the national “Week Without Driving” challenge, taking place from Sept. 30 to Oct. 6.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Safe Streets for All Action Plan open house

The City of Whitefish is hosting an open house for the Safe Streets for All Action Plan focusing on transportation safety for all roadway users in the Whitefish community.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Protect women’s choice in Montana

My name is Susan Cahill.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Police Calls: Road rage all the rage on Tuesday

A caller heard one gunshot on Whitefish Avenue.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

John Repke the only choice for state auditor

The Montana State Auditor is an elected official whose job is to regulate the insurance and securities industries as well as protect consumers from fraud.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Dave Fern leads with integrity

Since Senate District 2 boundaries have been redrawn for this election cycle, some of you may not yet know Dave Fern, Democratic Candidate for State Senate.

October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Keep the leaves, keep the seeds

This fall, let’s help our insect neighbors by doing less yard work. We need bugs: they pollinate our food, feed wildlife, and are just plain cool.

Whitefish girls soccer blanks Libby
October 2, 2024 1 a.m.

Whitefish girls soccer blanks Libby

Spectators of the first half of Thursday’s game between Whitefish and Libby saw a physical and back-and-forth battle.

Whitefish festival highlights solutions for climate change
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Whitefish festival highlights solutions for climate change

Climate speakers, filmmakers, fashion designers, podcasters, music artists and community supporters gathered last weekend for Project Winterland’s Impact Festival for the greater good.

Local's night at Oktoberfest
October 2, 2024 midnight

Local's night at Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest festivities on Thursday, Sept. 26.

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Haskill Creek Farms storefront shutters, citing unclear zoning regulations

Haskill Creek Farms closed all operations at its Voerman Road location southeast of Whitefish on Sept. 28 following a 30-day notice from Flathead County informing the owners that their operations were illegal for the zoning of the property.

Cross country runners place in top-20 at home meet
October 2, 2024 midnight

Cross country runners place in top-20 at home meet

The Whitefish girls placed third at their own home invitational, led by a close bunching of Kellie Klepper, Charlotte Wallace, and Sophie Douglas.

October 2, 2024 midnight

Whitefish volleyball battles Polson, sweeps Browning

Whitefish fell to Polson in a five-set battle in Northwest A Conference volleyball action on Tuesday, September 24, by scores of 22-25, 25-23, 17-25, 25-23, 15-13.

October 2, 2024 midnight

Legals for October, 2 2024