Right-wing friendly Parler announces re-launch

BOSTON (AP) — The right-wing friendly social network Parler, which was forced offline following the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of then-President Donald Trump, says it is re-launching.

Legals for December, 7 2022

Smalley goes after spawning salmon in B.C.

Red buses moving to Columbia Falls? Maybe

Idaho Trails Association seeking new members

The Idaho Trails Association, non-profit organization founded in 2010 to promote the continued enjoyment of Idaho’s hiking trails, is conducting its annual membership drive.

Moses Lake to consider old lumber yard as site for managed homeless camp

The city of Moses Lake is considering building a managed homeless camp at the corner of East Broadway Avenue and state Route 17 on the site of an old Penhallurick's lumberyard, city officials said at Tuesday’s council meeting.

County commissioners voice displeasure with Sen. Daines

[Editor’s Note: The Lake County Commissioners sent the following response to U.S. Senator Steve Daines after he introduced the draft “Montana Water Rights Protection Act.”]

Speaker Boehner visiting Bigfork on Tuesday

Speaker of the U.S. House John Boehner is visiting Bigfork today to attend a fundraiser on behalf of Montana’s lone U.S. representative, Steve Daines, a fellow Republican.

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Experts model mine area fire threats

Man sentenced for punching police chief

Man sentenced for punching police chief

Legals May 19, 2019

No. 26178 INVITATION TO BID STATE PARK ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT - PHASE 1 Separate sealed Bids will be received by the City of Whitefish until 11:30 AM, local time, Thursday, May 23, 2019, for construction of the State Park Road Reconstruction Project - Phase 1. All received Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the City of Whitefish, Council Chambers Conference Room, 418 East 2nd Street, Whitefish, Montana, 59937. The proposed work involves the reconstruction of approximately 1,900 linear feet of State Park Road from Lion Mountain Loop Road to Haugen Heights Road. The proposed work generally includes roadway excavation and placement of new gravel and asphalt, a concrete path on one side of the roadway, new storm drain systems, new street lights, and other miscellaneous improvements. All Bids must be in accordance with the Contract Documents on file with the City of Whitefish, Department of Public Works, 418 East 2nd Street, Whitefish, Montana (406)863-2460; Robert Peccia and Associates, 102 Cooperative Way, Suite 300, Kalispell, Montana, (406)-752-5025; Robert Peccia and Associates, 3147 Saddle Drive, Helena, Montana, (406)-447-5000; Northwest Montana Plans Exchange, 2303 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901, (406) 755-5888; Helena Plans Exchange, 1530 Cedar Street, Suite C, Helena, MT 59601, (406) 457-2679. Any objections to published specifications must be filed in written form with the City Clerk prior to bid opening. Digital project bidding documents are available at Robert Peccia & Associates web site (www.rpa-hln.com). Click on the link titled "Current Projects Bidding". You may download and print the Contract Documents at no charge, however, all Prime Contractors that intend to offer a bid for this project must contact Robert Peccia & Associates at the address stipulated above to obtain an "official" Bid Proposal form and to get their name added to the Planholders List. A non-refundable deposit of $30.00 will be required to obtain the "official" Bid Proposal. The entire set of bidding documents may also be obtained in the form of printed construction drawings, specifications and the "official" Bid Proposal for a non-refundable deposit of $150.00, if the Contractor chooses not to download and print their own documents. No bids will be considered unless they are submitted on the "official" Bid Proposal form and the Contractor's name has been included on the Planholders List. A prebid conference will be held at the Whitefish City Hall Council Chambers Conference Room, 418 East 2nd Street in Whitefish, commencing at 1:00 PM, Monday, May 13, 2019. Those interested in bidding the project are encouraged to attend this meeting. Each bidder shall submit cash, a certified check, bid bond, cashier's check, bank money order or bank draft payable to the City of Whitefish and drawn and issued by a national banking association located in the State of Montana or by any banking corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Montana for an amount which shall not be less than ten percent (10%) of the bid, as a bid security. The bid security shall identify the same firm as is noted on the bid proposal forms. Within 10 calendar days after the Notice of Award, the successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond guaranteeing faithful performance and the payment of all bills and obligations arising from the performance of the contract. The bonds will each be equal to 100 percent of the contract amount. Work at the site is to commence within 10 calendar days after the written Notice to Proceed is issued. Work is scheduled to start Monday, July 15, 2019. Completion of the work is required within 90 calendar days following commencement of work. The project includes liquidated damages that will be assessed as set forth in the Special Provisions if the work is not complete within the allotted contract time. CONTRACTORS and any of the CONTRACTOR'S subcontractors doing work on this project will be required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, MT 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling (406) 444-7734. CONTRACTORS are not required to have registered with the DLI prior to bidding on this project but must have registered prior to execution of the construction agreement. All laborers and mechanics employed by CONTRACTORS or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates according to the current Montana Prevailing Wage Rates. The CONTRACTOR must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. No Bid may be withdrawn within a period of 60 days after the date for opening bids. The City of Whitefish reserves the right to reject all Bids, to waive informalities, and to reject nonconforming, irregular, non-responsive or conditional Bids. The City of Whitefish is an equal opportunity employer. THE CITY OF WHITEFISH By: /s/ Michelle Howke Whitefish City Clerk May 5, 12, 19, 2019 MNAXLP __________________________

Efforts underway to get food from US farms to the needy

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — As food banks have struggled to meet soaring demand from people suddenly out of work because of the coronavirus pandemic, it has been especially troubling to see farmers have to bury produce, dump milk and euthanize hogs.

Michael Joseph Matkovich Jr.

Michael Joseph Matkovich Jr., 59, passed away peacefully at home, June 26, 2020, after a tough battle with Multiple Myeloma.

Oil and wine

Right now most of our loyal readers are questioning that headline, what could the two possibly have to do with each other? It turns out that the rapid drop in oil prices - a holiday gift for many of us, resulting in lower fuel costs - will likely moderate wine pricing as well. While supply and demand move the oil markets, a lesser-known cause of falling commodity prices will likely help what consumers pay for wine. All commodity trades around the globe are settled and paid for in U.S. dollars. Right now the dollar is strong versus other major currencies, and when the dollar is strong, the prices of commodities like oil and gold will drop if all else is held constant.

George Joseph Daumiller, 76

George Joseph Daumiller, 76, passed away unexpectedly June 29, 2008, at Saint Patrick Hospital in Missoula. He was born in Kalispell on March 2, 1932, to Emma and Joseph Daumiller.

Trade offerings grow at FVCC with electrical, plumbing programs

Flathead Valley Community College will roll out new certificate programs in plumbing, electrical and other trades this fall, reflecting a nationwide trend toward employment-centered education.

Girl arrested for stealing $500 from mom

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