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Swim the Fish turns into (mostly) virtual race
The annual Swim the Fish typically draws dozens of swimmers to Whitefish Lake for the open water swim event.
Bullocks requires masks for most schools
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock Wednesday issued a directive requiring all K-12 schools, both private and public, to require face coverings for students and staff in counties that have four or more active coronavirus ...
Nonprofits look to raise awareness with painted rocks
Butterflies in a rainbow of colors with paintbrushes for bodies have been creatively painted on about 100 rocks scattered around Whitefish.
Police Calls: Hot tub party gets out of hand
Summer ArtFest showcases fine art in revamped gallery and virtual event
This year’s Summer ArtFest has created an avenue for fine art enthusiasts to enjoy the work of some talented artists, both in person and online.
Council OKs payment plan for Alta Views
Whitefish City Council last week struck a compromise with the developer of the Alta Views subdivision to pay a fee in lieu of affordable housing.
Whitefish among tourism organizations promoting safe travel practices
The Whitefish Convention and Visitors Bureau is among several tourism organizations joining the state in a “Montana Aware” campaign to promote safe and respo...
City looks to recoup COVID costs
The City of Whitefish has submitted a request for reimbursement from the state for about $688,000 in expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Council approves loans for water project
Whitefish City Council has approved state loans to finance the expansion of the city’s water treatment plant.
City Council meets Aug. 17
Whitefish City Council meets on Monday, Aug. 17 at 7:10 p.m. at the City Hall at 418 E. Second St. The following agenda items will be discussed, subject to change:
Forest awards timber project to Stoltze
F.H. Stoltze Land & Lumber Co. has been awarded the bid for the Taylor Hellroaring Forest Management Project on the Flathead National Forest.
Tester wants aid directed to hospitality industry
As Congress continues to negotiate the next COVID-19 rescue package, U.S. Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., said he isn’t hopeful a final bill will be ready anytime ...
Landmark outdoors bill signed into law
President Trump signed the Great American Outdoors Act into law last week.
Police seek man involved in deadly bar fight
Whitefish Police are working with California authorities to locate a man allegedly involved in the death of a Whitefish man following an altercation outside a bar.
Multi-phase reconstruction project brings park’s master plan to fruition
Depot Park is the open space at the heart of downtown Whitefish. The park plays hosts to family gatherings, lunchtime picnics and major events, and is often ...