Legals for March, 23 2023

University of Montana to honor Hollywood designer with Bigfork ties

John Shaffner, who began his career with the Bigfork Summer Playhouse before becoming a legendary Hollywood production designer who created sets for many of television’s most beloved shows is one of two Montanans who will receive an honorary doctorate this spring from the University of Montana.

Huskies sweep Shadle Park

OTHELLO – The Huskies continued their strong start to the season with a sweep over Shadle Park on Tuesday, winning 10-0 and 15-3 Both games of the doubleheader ended in five innings. “We weren’t sure what to expect from Shadle,” Head Coach Rudy Ochoa said. “The first pitcher, she’s for real. We hit her pretty good and we’re happy with that. It feels good to start off like we have, beating Walla Walla and then Shadle Park.” ...

Fed raises key rate by quarter-point despite bank turmoil

The U.S. banking system is sound and resilient,” the Fed said in a statement after its latest policy meeting ended

NIC seeks to reverse Swayne’s reinstatement

Greg South, Todd Banducci and other leaders at North Idaho College are pushing back against a judge’s order to reinstate President Nick Swayne.

EDITORIAL: Revised levy request is on the money

Kudos to school board for making key changes.

Passion for the game shows as inaugural Whitefish Baseball season begins

While waiting for the snow to melt off the fields, the Whitefish High School baseball team has been hard at work already preparing for the inaugural season of Montana Class A high school baseball.

Whitefish artist has creative freedom painting murals in CFalls building

Grand vistas that many would recognize. Striking portraits. Wildlife on the move through the Montana landscape.

Minnow Madness tonight at CHS

Coed basketball part of new fish-themed event

Fight for the Fish has spawned a new athletic tradition of goodwill for Coeur d'Alene and Lake City high schools: Minnow Madness.

Springtime babies galore on the prairie

A multi-generational farm and ranching family on the Rathdrum Prairie is in baby mode this month.

Marion man receives deferred sentence for misdemeanor charge

A Marion man brought up on a felony charge for allegedly pointing a handgun at his then girlfriend’s father in June 2022 received a deferred sentence after striking a plea deal late last year.

Registration open for FVCC summer classes

Flathead Valley Community College’s summer semester registration is open and classes begin Monday, May 22.

FVCC summer classes begin May 22

Flathead Valley Community College’s summer semester registration is open and classes begin Monday, May 22.

Man sentenced for box cutter attack

Brockton Lorn Ferguson, 36, received 14 years behind bars with the remainder suspended at his March 20 sentencing on a felony aggravated assault charge in Flathead County District Court.

Snowmobile club discusses Saltese Trestle with Zinke

U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke met with members of the Montana Nightriders Snowmobile Club in Haugan last week to hear about their valiant effort to repair and bring the Saltese Trestle up to safety standards to motorized and non-motorized traffic.

Jacks look to improve on state finish

Quincy soccer players jump onto the pitch with goals in mind.

QUINCY — After falling to Seattle Academy in the first round of the 1A Boys State Soccer Tournament, the Quincy Jackrabbits are returning to the field this season and hungry for a better end result. “We’re using that (loss) as our motivation, making sure that doesn’t happen this year,” said senior Jorge Nunez, the 2022 Caribou Trail League Player of the Year. “Especially being our last year.” ...

Area students make UW dean’s list

SEATTLE – Students from the Columbia Basin have been named to the Dean's List at the University of Washington for the Spring 2023 quarter. To qualify for the dean's list, a student must have completed at least 12 graded credits and have a grade point average of at least 3.5...

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Zags showing they can out-muck teams — and having Timme helps

It all comes back to whether you can out-muck the other guys. It ain’t pretty, but just to advance …

NIC seeks to reverse Swayne’s reinstatement

Greg South, Todd Banducci and other leaders at North Idaho College are pushing back against a judge’s order to reinstate President Nick Swayne.

Bonner County History - March 21, 2023

Bonner County Historical Society and Museum shares interesting stories of the community's people, places, and events.