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Whitefish netters top C-Falls

Columbia Falls and Whitefish finally managed to clock some court time on a damp, dreary Tuesday afternoon with Class A tennis dual at two different sites.

Gulf moves to contain virus as top Iran aide tests positive

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Dubai announced Friday that it would hold a major horse race without spectators later this month in response to the new coronavirus, as a senior adviser to Iran's supreme leader was quarantined at home after testing positive.

Whitefish netters top C-Falls

Columbia Falls and Whitefish finally managed to clock some court time on a damp, dreary Tuesday afternoon with Class A tennis dual at two different sites.

Rex Robbins Says Its Refire Not Retire

Rex Robbins Says Its Refire Not Retire

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Kids and kindness

Maryjane's Everyday Organic

Giving thanks. It's a simple concept, rooted in so many of us. But how did we come by the understanding of gratitude? For me, growing up in a family that valued giving over having was key. What we lacked in financial wealth, my parents made up for in graciousness toward others. There was never a time when the Butters clan was too poor to volunteer assistance of one kind or another. How thankful I am to have been born into altruism. It was clear from day one that my hands were meant for lending. I never knew any other way.

'Good enough' doesn't cut it

There’s a good reason why Debbi Fields of cookie fame is so successful, and she summed it up in an aphorism I’ll never forget: “Good enough never is.”

What we’ve learned from COVID-19

Now that we’re starting to reopen local businesses and are looking forward to gathering in small groups again, you may be eager to get back to the life you were living before COVID-19. But before you do, take a moment to reflect. While many of us have experienced losses or sacrificed privileges by staying home, there may also be some good things we’ve gained over the past months. What new habits or insights can you take with you as you move forward?

Legals February 21, 2018

No. 25130 CALL FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Flathead County, Montana, will receive bids on the following grades of EMULSIFIED LIQUID ASPHALT: Estimated Usage Emulsified Asphalt - CRS 2 - 500 tons The estimated usage figures are to be used only for the purpose of submitting a bid; actual usage for 2018 asphalt season may vary from the estimate. Bidding is to be by the ton F.O.B. to Flathead County and the specific site, which will be disclosed at the time the order is placed. Bid price is to also include appropriate placement of materials on County site by successful bidder. Distributor to be mounted with a Bear Cat computerized spray bar with a minimum 4,000 gallon tank or equivalent. Supplier shall have oil sample test results on hand and available upon request of Flathead County. Bidder will be responsible for proper product, temperature, consistency, and application. All orders will be placed with the successful bidder by 4:00 p.m. on the day prior to delivery. All orders to be delivered at 7:00 a.m. the next morning. Tanks to be equipped with factory mounted visual thermometers. Bidder will be responsible to provide County with two (2) oil samples to be taken at the point of delivery, before application begins. Oil samples will be labeled and ready to be tested. Labels and attached documentation are to include date, type of material, temperature, and any other information needed for adequate testing. Bid to be from March 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019, or until the County Commissioners call for new bids, with the right to go to the next supplier if asphalt is not available or if the asphalt does not meet MDOT specifications from the successful bidder. Bid price is to include on-site delivery within Flathead County and for materials to be placed on the road by the vendor. Each bidder must deposit with his bid, a bid security in the amount of three-thousand dollars ($3,000.00), to secure the bidder's express covenant that if the bidder is awarded the contract, the bidder will, within ten (10) days, enter into a formal contract; or otherwise the bidder will pay to Flathead County the difference between the amount of his bid and the amount for which Flathead County contracts with another party to complete the contract; bid security shall be payable to Flathead County and shall be in the form of lawful money of the United States: a cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft issued by a Montana bank; or a bid bond executed by a surety corporation authorized to do business in Montana. All sealed bids must be plainly marked "Emulsified Asphalt Bid" and must be in the hands of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, on or before March 8th, 2018 at 8:45 o'clock AM. Bids will be opened and read the same morning at 9:15 AM in the Commissioners' Chambers, located on the third floor of the County Courthouse. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept the bid deemed to be in the best interest of Flathead County. The award of a bid will be made solely by the issuance of a letter of award to the successful bidder by the Office of the Board of Flathead County Commissioners. Dated this 20th day of February, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Flathead County, Montana By: /s/ Pamela J. Holmquist Pamela J. Holmquist, Chair February 21, 28, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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Whitefish Shopko store to close in May

Shopko Hometown in Whitefish will close May 12, the company said this week as it announced plans to close nearly 70 percent of Shopko stores in the coming months as it attempts to reorganize and emerge from bankruptcy.

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Idaho's top court to visit Wallace

WALLACE - The Idaho Supreme Court will be holding session at the Shoshone County Courthouse on Monday. The visit was orchestrated by John Magnuson and the Shoshone County Commissioners. "We thought that was a good idea," County Commissioner Jon Cantamessa said. "We wanted them to see a little flavor of the community."

Resort posts banner year for snow, skier visits

Smiles, goofy costumes and a few cold beverages ruled the slopes Sunday as Whitefish Mountain Resort capped one of its best ski seasons in the last decade. From snorkle-deep powder days to record-breaking skier visits, the 2013-14 winter will go down as one to remember.

What you don't know about SEO can kill you

SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization and it's a subject matter we've looked closely into and have touched upon in most of the articles in this section. The reason for its frequent appearance is obvious - it's really that important. It is imperative that the business owner operating in this era learn as much as possible about SEO. In most cases it relates directly to the effectiveness of your website, and if you don't yet have a website, kindly fasten your seatbelt and get moving on building one immediately!

Social media fuel elusive, dangerous weight-loss goal

Specialists say achieving a so-called thigh gap is risky

BALLWIN, Mo. - Experts in eating disorders are concerned about an Internet-fueled trend in which teenage girls and young women pursue an elusive and possibly dangerous weight-loss goal: to become so slender that their thighs don't touch even when their feet are together.

New radio system up and working

Network links vast areas of Montana

'Shop-with-a-Cop' application period opens Nov. 1

OSBURN — In a county with a fairly high child-poverty rate, it’s a regrettable fact that some Silver Valley children just don’t have the opportunity to enjoy a traditional Christmas experience. When families are on a budget, filling the area under the Christmas tree simply can’t be done sometimes.