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Ballard Golf and Power showroom remains open after shop fire

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About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

Tens of thousands of mourners waited hours in line over three days to bid farewell to Francis, who died Monday after suffering a stroke at the age of 88. A higher-than-expected turnout prompted the Vatican to extend the basilica’s opening hours overnight. Angele Bilegue, a nun, was among the last mourners. It was her third time to pay her respects, including once inside the Vatican at his residence in the Santa Marta Domus, where she said she spent six hours praying at his coffin.

C-USA playing this fall like the P5 leagues in same region

Conference USA has schools stretching over 10 states, from Texas eastward and then toward the north. The 14-team league is within the footprint of the SEC, Big 12 and ACC.

C-USA playing this fall like the P5 leagues in same region

Conference USA has schools stretching over 10 states, from Texas eastward and then toward the north. The 14-team league is within the footprint of the SEC, Big 12 and ACC.

C-USA playing this fall like the P5 leagues in same region

Conference USA has schools stretching over 10 states, from Texas eastward and then toward the north. The 14-team league is within the footprint of the SEC, Big 12 and ACC.

Legals for March, 18 2022

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Legals October 24, 2018

No. 25731 Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the City of Columbia Falls at the office of the City Clerk, 130 6th Street West, until 2:00 p.m. local time on November 14 , 2018, for the construction of the "Lift Station No. 2 Improvements", and will then be opened and publicly read in the City Council Chambers. The project consists of the replacement of the Lift Station No. 2 dry pit pumps with submersible pumps to be located in the existing wetwell, the demolition/abandonment of the existing dry pit, and the replacement of the existing Force Main pipe. The "Lift Station No. 2 Improvements" is funded by the City of Columbia Falls. Bidder must meet all requirements of the appropriate Federal/State agencies, as indicated in the specifications. All work must be substantially complete within 90 calendar days after the commencement date stated in the Notice to Proceed. The contract documents consisting of Drawings and Project Manual may be examined or obtained at HDR Engineering, Inc. 700 SW Higgins, Suite 200, Missoula, Montana 59803 or the City Public Works office, 130 6th Street West. Copies of Drawings and Project Manual will be furnished to Contractors upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $50.00 by company check, cashier's check, or bank money order (cash cannot be accepted). Each Bid shall be accompanied by bid security made payable to owner in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the bidder's maximum bid price and in the form of cash, a cashier's check, certified check, or bank money order drawn and issued by a national banking association located in Montana or by any banking corporation incorporated under the laws of Montana; or a bid bond (on form attached if a form is prescribed) issued by a surety authorized to do business in Montana meeting the requirements of Paragraph 5.01 of the General Conditions. The bid bond shall act as a guarantee that the bidder, if the bid is accepted, will promptly execute the contract, secure payment of worker's compensation insurance, and furnish a satisfactory faithful performance bond in the amount of 100 percent of the contract price and a payment bond in the amount of 100 percent of the contract price. Contractor and any of the contractor's subcontractors bidding or doing work on this project will be required to be registered 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, Montana 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling 1-406-444-7734. All laborers and mechanics employed by contractor or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates as may be required by Montana Law. The contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against on the basis of race, ancestry, color physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or familial status, creed, ex-offender status, physical condition, political belief, public assistance status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, except where these criteria are reasonable bona fide occupational qualifications. Proposal must be sealed and marked "Lift Station No. 2 Improvements" and marked "Sealed Bid" with the contractor's name, address, and Montana Contractor's Registration Number, and be addressed to: City of Columbia Falls Clerks Office, 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. The contractor shall not pay less than the latest Montana Prevailing Wage Rates as determined by the Montana Department of Labor and Industry. A copy of the wage rates are attached as part of the specifications in Section 00910. Bidder is subject to 18-2-401 et. Seg., Montana Code Annotated and amendments thereto and regulations issued there under, relating to prevailing wages, benefits, and other requirements. No claim for additional compensation will be allowed based upon a lack of knowledge or a misunderstanding of any such requirements by bidder or failure to include in bid adequate increases in such wages over the term of the contract. Prospective bidders are highly encouraged to attend a pre-bid conference, which will be conducted by the engineer at the City Public Works office, 130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, Montana at 2:00 p.m. local time on November 5, 2018. A site visit will follow. All questions relative to this project prior to the opening of bids shall be directed to the engineer. It shall be understood, however, that no specification interpretation will be made by telephone, nor will any "or equal" products be considered for approval prior to award of contract. The engineer for this project is: HDR Engineering, Inc., 700 SW Higgins, Missoula, MT 59803, with questions addressed to Ted Grover at (406) 532-3928. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in a bid, or to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid and bidder, and to make awards in the interest of the owner. The low bid shall be determined on the basis of the lowest Base Bid. The owner may accept in any order; any, all or none of the Bids. The City of Columbia Falls provides accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person's ability to participate in any service, program, or activity of the City. To request accommodations, please contact the City of Columbia Falls Office of City Clerk at (406) 892-4391. October 24, 28, 31, 2018 MNAXLP __________________________

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Veggie burgers are still burgers, EU lawmakers rule

BRUSSELS (AP) — Plant-based products that do not contain meat can continue to be labeled “sausages” or “burgers,” European lawmakers said Friday, when they rejected a proposal back by the meat industry to ban the terms.

Veggie burgers are still burgers, EU lawmakers rule

BRUSSELS (AP) — Plant-based products that do not contain meat can continue to be labeled “sausages” or “burgers,” European lawmakers said Friday, when they rejected a proposal back by the meat industry to ban the terms.

Veggie burgers are still burgers, EU lawmakers rule

BRUSSELS (AP) — Plant-based products that do not contain meat can continue to be labeled “sausages” or “burgers,” European lawmakers said Friday, when they rejected a proposal back by the meat industry to ban the terms.

Veggie burgers are still burgers, EU lawmakers rule

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Bridge event to support Alzheimer's research

Whether you enjoy party bridge or duplicate bridge, Wednesday, June 19, will provide you with an opportunity to enjoy your game, make new friends and share good food — all while raising money for Alzheimer’s research.

Warm up with the SHS Christmas choir concert

“Baby, It’s Cold Outside” — it sure is! Come inside and revel in the voices of the Sandpoint High School Choirs as they celebrate the holidays with traditional and modern Christmas songs this Wednesday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m. at Sandpoint High School. All four vocal ensembles will be performing on this magical evening. They will share favorites such as “The Holly and the Ivy,” “Carol of the Bells,” “Jeanette Isabella,” and “Hanukkah Nagilah”, to mention a few.