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Hospital Corner: An alternative treatment for depression
When Logan Health – Whitefish psychiatrist Doug Muir, MD began treating depression patients with TMS, Transcranial…
Time is now to protect public lands
Growing up, I had the good fortune of close access to our beautiful Montana wilderness. Every day after school I would rush into pristine woods, weaving my way through towering pine trees, jagged rock formations, a…
Get your vote on — Best of Whitefish contest
We at the Whitefish Pilot invite all the folks who love this town to get on your computers and participate in the Best of Whitefish friendly competition.
MDOT Downtown Highway Study conclusion doesn’t tell full story
The City of Whitefish is compelled to respond to the recent Montana Department Transportation (MDOT) press release regarding the feasibility study of improvements to U.S. Highway 93 including streets in downtown Wh…
Government regulations stand in the way of attainable housing
We are five of the youngest lawmakers in the Montana Legislature. At 20, 21, 24, 29 and 31 years old, we are in various stages of renting and homeownership, and all of us are concerned about the housing crisis faci…
Huge thanks to Flathead Classic organizers
On behalf of the over 35 participants of the Flathead Classic Sled Dog Race held the last weekend of February we would like to thank the organizers of the race — Brett Svetlik, Pam Beckstrom, Steve Riggs, Georgia H…
Montana needs simple protection from fast-rising property taxes
We have a chance, right now, to save our homes, save our communities, save our place in this exceptional state for now and for generations to come. And if we, the people, don’t act now, then, as a local legislator …
House fire benefit fund supports local family
Our high school secretary, Jenny St. Onge and her husband Kelly lost their entire house including all its contents to a fire last week. Our internal teams have made sure they are safe and have established a system …
Thanks for community support of winter decorations
Whitefish Shines would like to thank the many community volunteers, Flathead Electric Coop Linemen, City of Whitefish, Rocky Mountain Painting, Fast Signs and Glacier Painting for their great community spirit, buck…
High School students wanted for local government
The City of Whitefish has two committees with a vacancy each reserved to a local high school student. (home/publicly/privately/etc.)
Article shouldn't have included Zinke's reaction
On March 2, your headline reads: Montana Senators React to Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine.
Affordable housing also means affordable energy bills
At a recent Flathead Habitat for Humanity volunteer breakfast we heard parents of young families express the importance of owning an affordable home.
Fix Amtrak first
Since its formation in 2020, the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA) has been successful in touting its mission to re-establish rail passenger service through Southern Montana.
Tranel will protect what Montanans value most
I was born and raised on a small farm in central Montana and have lived in Whitefish for 51 years. The changes I have seen in all of Montana have alarmed me and I want our elected officials to represent me and all …
Give blood for Red Cross Month
Emergencies don’t take vacations. They don’t even take off nights and weekends.
Employing youth perspectives encourages future participation
Young voters notoriously underestimate the impact of their voices.