Glacier National Park plows less than a mile from Logan Pass
Glacier National Park Going-to-the-Sun Road snowplow crews are knocking on the door of Logan Pass. This week they reached the point just below Rim Rocks on the west side and plan to start plowing that area on Monday.
Young entrepreneur offers Flathead Valley the bull riding experience
When Korbin Baldwin isn’t in class at the vo-ag center, or on the wrestling mats at Flathead High School, he is likely having a bull session with Whiskey, Tumbleweed, Flat White and Dust Demon.
Easement would preserve more timberland from development
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public input on a potential project that would place nearly 33,000 acres of private timberland in Northwest Montana under a conservation easement and protect working lands, public recreation access and wildlife habitat.
Boys take title at Iceberg Invitational
The Columbia Falls boys took first and the girls took second at the Iceberg Invite track meet Saturday at home.
Baseball gets key win against Eureka
The Columbia Falls baseball squad got a big win at home last week, dropping Eureka 6-3 Tuesday for a key conference victory.
Softball squeaks past Broncs
The Columbia Falls softball team got two wins last week, dropping Libby 16-1 on the road Thursday while edging Frenchtown 3-2 on a frigid Friday in a game that ended on a bases loaded walk at home.
Win streak for Oberholtzer
Columbia Falls tennis had a rough go against rival Whitefish Bulldogs on Tuesday, April 16 with Lexi Oberholtzer the sole winner for the Wildcats, remaining undefeated in women’s No. 1 singles.
Shirley Ann Thompson, 92
Shirley Ann Henneberry Thompson, 92, went to the loving arms of her husband Earl Lindy Thompson on April 20, 2024.
Jerome Sand, 91
Jerome was 91 at the time of his passing. Jerome was a beloved brother, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and friend. He was always proud that he worked at St. Onge Logging.
Roland Otto Cheek, 88
It is with peace in our hearts that we notify friends and community that Roland Cheek’s circle of life is now complete. He passed peacefully in his sleep on April 12th.
Steve Bennett, 73
Steve Bennett, died April 19, 2024 in Columbia Falls at his home. No services have been scheduled. Steve is survived by his daughter Lindsey Bennett. Columbia Mortuary in Columbia Falls is caring for Steve’s family.
Frank Feeney, 85
Frank Feeney died April 18, 2024 in Whitefish — a service will be scheduled for Thursday.
Victor P. Miles, 51
Victor P. Miles died April 17, 2024 in Whitefish. A Celebration of Victor’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Columbia Mortuary. Victor is survived by his three kids; Tyler Miles, Cassandra Miles and Andrew Miles. Columbia Mortuary in Columbia Falls is caring for Victor’s family.
Council interviews manager candidate
The Columbia Falls City Council Wednesday voted 3-2 to offer Dennis Stark of Frederick, Colorado the city manager position. If hired, Stark would replace longtime manager Susan Nicosia, who will retire at the end of June.
City manager candidate had ethics issue at previous job
Columbia Falls city manager candidate Dennis Stark was the subject of an ethics investigation when he was county manager for Lyon County, Nevada, and ultimately was sanctioned $1,000 by the Nevada Commission on Ethics in 2012.
Two banks coming to Columbia Falls; Park Side building new home
Columbia Falls will gain two new banks in the next year or so and Park Side Credit Union is also moving to a new location on U.S. Highway 2 at the former site of Angie’s Greenhouse.
In Brief: April 24
Student art show, canyon meal, free meals
PHOTOS: Teakettle Quilt Show
The Teakettle Quilt Show at Glacier Gateway Elementary Saturday, April 20.
School needs a roof
My dream is to see myself out of high school — getting out as fast as I can. But I never had to think about the reality of high school being taken away from me.
CFAC acronyms
CFAC. Glencore. Slurry walls. Waste in place. Cyanide. Spent Pot Liner. Affordable housing. CCC. EPA. ROD. TANA. TAG. CLP. ECRWSSEDDM... Whew! Enough already! In the words of the late, great John Lennon: “Just gimme some truth!”
