Counseling Corner Taking control of those end-of-the-school-year tests

From elementary through high schools, our children are faced with tests meant to measure just how well the school year has gone. Schools need to know how much of the knowledge that was being handed out all year has managed to sink in.

Norma Jean Lipp

Norma Jean Lipp, 83, passed away with her family at her side on Friday, Aug. 27, 2010 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

In memory of Doris Schumm

In November 2009, Whitefish lost one of its most generous residents, Doris Schumm. She was a great friend to nonprofit organizations and donated countless hours of time and support to many, including the Whitefish Library, North Valley Food Bank and the Whitefish Community Foundation.

Thanks for voting

I want to say thanks to all of the 7,708 voters who turned out to vote for me in the primary. It's truly exciting that so many folks support a new direction in county politics, a direction away from the politics of the past and toward a vision for the future that respects everyone's rights while taking care of this place we call home.

A better style of local politics is possible

Of all of the candidates for public office in the Flathead this election, I've had my feet on the ground in our privileged corner of Montana much longer than anyone else. That gives me both a long-term perspective on the evolving issues that are on the minds of voters and a unique perspective on our local political culture.

Northwestern Energy weatherizes Bigfork customers

By ALEX STRICKLAND — Bigfork Eagle

In memory of Doris Schumm

In November 2009, Whitefish lost one of its most generous residents, Doris Schumm. She was a great friend to nonprofit organizations and donated countless hours of time and support to many, including the Whitefish Library, North Valley Food Bank and the Whitefish Community Foundation.

Governor signs wolf hunting, trapping bill

Gov. Steve Bullock on Feb. 14 signed into law a wolf management bill that received overwhelming bipartisan support in the Montana Legislature and will liberalize hunting and trapping regulations.

Connect to color through your passions

(BPT) - Whether you love to sit on the beach or collect antiques, drawing from your personal passions can help you find the perfect colors to enhance your space.   

County plans interim zoning in doughnut

Interim zoning is being considered for the planning doughnut outside Whitefish city limits.

Planning ahead is key to throwing a memorable party

(BPT) - There’s nothing more chic than entertaining with ease and seamlessly bringing family and friends together over a great meal at a fashionable table. If you want to be known as an unforgettable host, follow these tips for entertaining in style to impress guests at your next event:

Obituaries

Leland Lloyd Hall, 75

Marlene Siblerud

Marlene Kay Siblerud, 69, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2009, as the result of a car accident near Somers — just one week after the passing of her dear father, Art Rasmussen. Marlene was born Dec. 21, 1939, in Kalispell to Arthur and Bea (Bern) Rasmussen.

FWP seeks comments on wolf-livestock policy

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks officials are seeking comments from Montana’s county commissioners and Indian tribes on policies that define how wolf managers respond to confirmed wolf depredations on livestock.

Workshop demonstrates home solar panel installation

Climate Smart Glacier Country, the city of Whitefish, and community partners are hosting a workshop to help citizens understand the ins and outs of installing residential solar.

DREAM partners with Nordic Club

DREAM Adaptive Recreation is partnering with Glacier Nordic Club this winter to provide access to Nordic trails to individuals with disabilities.

Help available for MT kids

Danielle Switalski

Master Gardener classes to start

Master Gardener courses have been rotated annually since 1996 between Noxon, Thompson Falls, Plains and last year in Hot Springs. During that period, over 250 people have attended all or part of the program.  In 2009, MSU State Horticulturist, Toby Day reorganized the Montana Master Gardener program into three levels with level 1 similar to the curriculum taught for many years in counties across the state. Level 2 is more in-depth and level 3, an on-campus intensive 3 day short course offered in Bozeman this coming summer (2011).

Tricon Timber: a committed member of the community

Dutch euthanasia center sees 22% rise in requests in 2019

AMSTERDAM (AP) — A Dutch organization that carries out euthanasia received 3,122 requests last year, a 22% increase from the year before, the Euthanasia Expertise Center said Friday.