Mildred Emerson

Mildred Hardie Emerson, 84, died July 10, 2009, at her home near Columbia Falls.

Fresh approach

This political season has certainly been exciting. The presidential election itself is on the minds of many here in Montana. It definitely is on my mind.

Montana Corn Growers Turndown Corn Checkoff

Hanson named new AIS coordinator

A new director has been named to help with preventative measures against invasive mussel species in Flathead Lake, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes have announced.

Pig-themed mountain bike race coming to the Pig Farm trails

By DAVID ERICKSON / Whitefish Pilot

Fresh approach

This political season has certainly been exciting. The presidential election itself is on the minds of many here in Montana. It definitely is on my mind.

Librarian receives state certification award

HELENA — The Montana State Library is pleased to announce that Marilyn Trosper, director of the North Lake County Library in Polson, has received her 2012 certificate from the Montana Certification Program for library directors, staff and trustees. The Montana State Library’s certification program works to ensure that Montana’s library patrons receive the best possible library service.

“Route of the Hiawatha”

Lookout Pass home of the

Little Guy wrestling begins season

The Montana Little Guy wrestling season will start Feb. 18 and go for six weeks ending March 28.

Influenza reports on the rise

Influenza is packing a punch this season, leading to hospitalizations in Lake County.

Community Notes

The final community pot luck will be held in the 4-H Building at the Mineral County Fair Grounds starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 10. There will also be a speaker with a 25-30 minute program of interest. Coffee and lemonade will be provided along with the plates, napkins and utensils.

Mildred Emerson

Mildred Hardie Emerson, 84, died July 10, 2009, at her home near Columbia Falls.

Buckle Up Montana spreads safety

It’s time to kiss the Blarney Stone!

Study examines putting wild bison in Montana

Concealed-weapon permit applications high in demand

A total of 4,665 Flathead County residents currently have active concealed-weapon permits, and many more are applying, according to Flathead County Sheriff Chuck Curry. Enough so that the sheriff’s office is adding hours for taking permit applications.

Peace Corps volunteers complete 292 kilometer run

Sally Kintner, a Flathead Valley resident who worked at Glacier Park for several years and played in the Glacier Symphony, recently took on a 175-mile run across northern Ethiopia to promote HIV awareness and education.

Cancer group taking apps for grants

Halt Cancer at X, a local nonprofit that raises funds for breast cancer research, educational outreach and support services, is seeking applicants for the 2017 Halt Cancer at X Community Grants.

Zinke headlines governors' annual meeting in Whitefish

Secretary of the Interior and former Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke is set to deliver the keynote address at the Western Governors’ Association annual meeting in Whitefish later this month.

Jemming named new director for The Springs

The Springs Living has named Nicole Jemming as executive director for The Springs at Whitefish.

DNRC seeking comments on next section of Whitefish Trail

The state Department of Natural Resources and Conservation is taking comments on trail and recreation easements for a proposed section of the Whitefish Trail on the Stillwater State Forest.