Adjustments made to resort tax and sign ordinances
The Whitefish City Council last week approved changes to the resort tax administrative ordinance, updating taxable items and establishing penalties for late fees.
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Chairlift: Elevate
I drove to Billings for the Class A boys soccer final between Whitefish and Billings Central two weeks ago.
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Shelter WF housing design competition showcases fresh ideas
Shelter WF, a community nonprofit concerned with affordable housing in Whitefish, was awarded the AARP Community Challenge Grant in April and organized a housing design competition that sought ways to build missing middle housing.
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Voters open door for City Council compensation
Fifty-three percent of Whitefish voters approved an amendment to the city charter to allow city council members to be paid but it will be some time before they cash that first check.
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Portion of East Sixth rebuild to be one-way
The final design and bidding for construction of East Sixth Street gained Whitefish City Council’s unanimous approval last week.
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Flathead Valley farmer sows powerhouse honeyberries
When David Dunn bought his property on Farm to Market Road in 2012, with his dog, Shayla, the land was raw and was hosting his neighbor’s cows.
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Shelter WF housing design competition showcases fresh ideas
Shelter WF, a community nonprofit concerned with affordable housing in Whitefish, was awarded the AARP Community Challenge Grant in April and organized a housing design competition that sought ways to build missing middle housing.
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Bulldogs finish second in State A soccer tournament
The Montana Class A State boys soccer championship game on Saturday was a rematch between the Whitefish Bulldogs and the undefeated Billing Central Rams.
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Whitefish girls fall to Laurel in semifinals
The Whitefish girls soccer team had a season they can be proud of after stellar play and exemplary teamwork earned them a place in the State Class A semifinals. The Lady Bulldogs finished the year with a record of 10-4-1 after they lost to the Laurel Locomotives, 3-0 on Saturday.
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Last-minute goal sends Bulldogs into soccer championship
The Whitefish boys soccer team advanced to Class A finals with a 4-3 win over the Stevensville Yellowjackets on Saturday with a dramatic game-winning goal from Rowan Perkins in the 88th minute.
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Growth policy big topic with Community Development Board
The Whitefish Community Development Board denied a request for a parking variance and recommended approval for some city housekeeping tasks at its meeting last week.
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Council discusses Safe Streets grant; open container ordinance
The Whitefish City Council heard an update on the Safe Streets for All grant and discussed the city’s open container ordinance at a work session last week.
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Boys soccer through to the semifinals
The Bulldogs soccer team won its first-round playoff game in Big Sky.
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Girls soccer team advances to semifinals with win over Hamilton
The Lady Bulldogs came away with a 1-0 win in the first round of the playoffs against Hamilton on Saturday.
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Whitefish loses close one to Wildkats; shut out Thompson Falls
The Whitefish girls soccer team met the Wildkats again, this time in Columbia Falls. At the end of the hard-fought battle, Columbia Falls won the game 1-0.
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Whitefish Council discusses impact fee revenue
Last week the Whitefish City Council unanimously approved its 2024 Impact Fee Report and adopted an agreement amendment with Verizon.
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Local farmer sows powerhouse honeyberries
When David Dunn bought his property on Farm to Market Road in 2012, with his dog, Shayla, the land was raw and was hosting his neighbor’s cows.
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Bulldog boys soccer ties with top-rated Columbia Falls
It was another thrilling rivalry game when the Bulldogs met the Wildcats in Columbia Falls last Tuesday, with the match ending in a 1-1 tie.
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Boys soccer notches two more wins against Bigfork, Hamilton
The Whitefish boys soccer team met Bigfork for the Bulldog’s homecoming game and came away with a 10-1 win.
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Six vie for Whitefish government review commission
Six candidates are running for five commissioner positions with the Local Government Study committee.
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Ski flick 'Wasteland' features local Chris Logan
With less than 60 days until opening day at Whitefish Mountain Resort, it is time to turn up the stoke with ski movies. The Remington Bar is the place to be to see “Wasteland,” a Level 1 film featuring local skier Chris Logan.
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Dunnigan honored with Governor’s Arts Award
Local troubadour John Dunnigan has been making music in Whitefish since he moved to the Flathead Valley in 1978.
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Ski flick 'Wasteland' features local Chris Logan
With less than 60 days until opening day at Whitefish Mountain Resort, it is time to turn up the stoke with ski movies. The Remington Bar is the place to be to see “Wasteland,” a Level 1 film featuring local skier Chris Logan.
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Whitefish girls add two wins, Bigfork, Loyola
The Whitefish girls soccer homecoming game could not have been more exciting.
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REPEAT IGNORE Dunnigan honored with Governor’s Arts Award
Local troubadour John Dunnigan has been making music in Whitefish since he moved to the Flathead Valley in 1978.
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Over-the-top milkshakes feature of new Whitefish shop
No, the new Clydesdale Creamery Milkshake Saloon and Espresso at 16 Baker Avenue does not serve ice cream made with Clydesdale milk, though that is a running joke among the crew.
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Whitefish skiers Maggie Voisin, Parkin Costain featured in TGR movie
Local freeride skier Parkin Costain remembers seeing epic Teton Gravity Research ski movies at the O’Shaughnessy Center when he was 11 years old and being inspired by skiers like Sage Cattabriga-Alosa.
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Chairlift: Searching for the missing glove
Last Wednesday's warm weather moved me to clock out midday for a few hours and hike some of Big Mountain with my dogs.
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Bulldogs earn season’s first clean sheet
The Libby Loggers traveled to Whitefish last Thursday to play the Bulldogs at Smith Fields.
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Whitefish girls soccer blanks Libby
Spectators of the first half of Thursday’s game between Whitefish and Libby saw a physical and back-and-forth battle.
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Ski film with Voisin and Costain sparks stoke
Local freeride skier Parkin Costain remembers seeing epic Teton Gravity Research ski movies at the O’Shaughnessy Center when he was 11 years old and being inspired by skiers like Sage Cattabriga-Alosa.
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Lesar family donation funds new DREAM headquarters
DREAM Adaptive Recreation hosted an event last month at Whitefish Mountain Resort to kick off the initial phase of a capital campaign for a new building to house the nonprofit that will be located midway up Chair 9, on land donated by Whitefish Mountain Resort.
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DREAM Adaptive Recreation receives generous gift from Lesar family
DREAM Adaptive Recreation hosted an event last month at Whitefish Mountain Resort to kick off the initial phase of a capital campaign for a new building to house the nonprofit that will be located midway up Chair 9, on land donated by Whitefish Mountain Resort.
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Bulldogs fall to rival Cats in powerhouse matchup
The crosstown rivalry between the Whitefish Bulldogs and the Columbia Falls Wildcats continued last Tuesday when the teams met at Smith Fields.
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The scoop on the new downtown business is joy
No, the new Clydesdale Creamery Milkshake Saloon and Espresso at 16 Baker Avenue does not serve ice cream made with Clydesdale milk, though that is a running joke among the crew.
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Girls soccer team displays ‘heart and grit' with tie, win
It was a classic battle when the Whitefish Lady Bulldogs met the Columbia Falls Wildkats last week at Smith Fields. The teams fought to a 3-3 tie.
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Whitefish approves River Trail agreement
With just one public hearing on the agenda, the Sept. 16 meeting of the Whitefish City Council was brief.
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Mountain bike group gears up on two major trail projects
Ron Brandt, executive director of Flathead Area Mountain Bikers, prefers action to words, but he is excited to talk about two multi-year trail projects that are in the works.
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Work session reviews compensation and redistribution
Whitefish City Council reviewed a proposed compensation plan at a work session last week before diving into a discussion about how to allocate a portion of the city's resort tax revenue.
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Whitefish boys soccer picks up two more wins
The Whitefish boys soccer team notched another win when they met Bigfork last week in their first conference game of the season.
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Girls soccer shuts out Libby, falls to Bigfork
The Whitefish girls soccer team lost a close, 3-1 match to Bigfork last week. Delaney Smith scored for the Bulldogs in the fourth minute on an assist from Sadie Olson.
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Smith Fields stolen property recovered
Don Bestwick, president of Project Whitefish Kids, the organization that maintains Smith Fields, reported Monday that police had found a portion of the items that had been stolen from a storage shed at the sports complex the previous weekend.
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Dirt Rich: Local compost facility collects nearly 1 million pounds of food waste
Do you have broccoli that’s been in the fridge too long? Have your bananas turned black? Couldn’t finish that beef burrito?
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Dirt Rich: Local compost facility collects nearly 1 million pounds of food waste
Do you have broccoli that’s been in the fridge too long? Have your bananas turned black? Couldn’t finish that beef burrito?
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Council OKs vehicle storage area for Don K dealership
The Whitefish City Council approved a conditional use permit, amended one aspect of the Legacy Homes Program and denied a variance for a dock at its regular meeting last week.
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Whitefish boys soccer wins physical match
The Stevensville Yellowjackets battled back, but the Whitefish Bulldogs emerged victorious last week in their home opener by a score of 5-4.
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Whitefish girls soccer shuts out Stevensville
Smith Fields was buzzing with excitement as a crowd gathered to watch the Lady Bulldogs play their first home game of the season against the Stevensville Yellowjackets last week.
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Wildlife officials say removing bear attractants a matter of safety
In the fall, mountain town residents’ thoughts turn to bears and how to avoid contact with them. Making space for bears is so important, and Gov. Greg Gianforte has proclaimed September as Bear Aware Month.
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Mountain bike group gears up on two major trail projects
Ron Brandt, executive director of Flathead Area Mountain Bikers, prefers action to words, but he is excited to talk about two multi-year trail projects that are in the works.
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A-Rob Skate Jam rolls around again
It is time to drop in on the 14th annual A-Rob Skate Jam Saturday, Sept. 7.
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Boys soccer nets one win, one loss in Billings
The reigning Class A state champion Whitefish Bulldogs traveled to Billings to kick off the soccer season last weekend, topping Lockwood 6-1.
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Lady Bulldogs kick off the season with a win, loss
The Whitefish High School girls soccer team, the reigning state champions, traveled to Billings to begin the 2024 season.
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Whitefish City Council approves budget with tax bump
Whitefish City Council approved the final budget for fiscal year 2025 last month and prepared to send thank you notes for several donations made to the city.
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Photos: The Springs at Whitefish car show, concert
The Springs Living in Whitefish has hosted an annual car show for years and this time around, they added a concert to the attraction.
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Whitefish makes headway on shutting down illegal vacation rentals
The Whitefish City Council held a work session last week to get an update on the new short-term rental enforcement process and to discuss potential changes to the Legacy Homes Program.
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Whitefish makes headway on shutting down illegal vacation rentals
The Whitefish City Council held a work session last week to get an update on the new short-term rental enforcement process and to discuss potential changes to the Legacy Homes Program.
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Whitefish approves budget with tax bump
The Whitefish City Council approved the final budget for fiscal year 2025 at its regular meeting last week and prepared to send thank you notes for generous donations to the city.
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New edition of guidebook for Flathead Valley hikes released
The popular guidebook, “Day Hikes Around the Flathead,” originally came out in 1999.
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New edition of guidebook for Flathead Valley hikes released
The popular guidebook, “Day Hikes Around the Flathead,” originally came out in 1999.
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Chairlift: Remarkable courtesy and insolence on the road
A typical ride down Baker Avenue can provide a myriad of emotional experiences and expose one to the full spectrum of human behavior.
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Board recommends expanded storage for automotive sales
The Whitefish Community Board made a recommendation to the council in favor of a conditional use permit, approved one variance request and denied another at its meeting Aug. 15.
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Monday mule meeting at Whitefish Credit Union
Sophie, Penny, Peaches, Saltese, Rufus and Judy, six mules who pack crews in and out of the Bob Marshall Wilderness, visited the Whitefish Credit Union for a lunchtime meet and greet Monday.
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Division I soccer match delights local community
The Flathead Valley community got a special treat Sunday night. The Montana Grizzlies and the Gonzaga Bulldogs, two Division I womens soccer teams that travel all over the West during the regular season, played in the Flathead Valley.
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Preschool expansion OK'd; East Sixth next up for rebuild
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously in favor of granting a conditional use permit for the expansion of Whitefish Community School located at 805 Park Avenue.
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Whitefish settles class-action lawsuit over impact fees
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously last week to approve a settlement agreement in a federal class-action lawsuit over impact fees.
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Ordway takes reins of girls soccer team
The reigning Montana state champion girls soccer team, the Whitefish High School Bulldogs, welcomes a new coaching staff this year.
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Keeping it chill in Whitefish
One downtown store, named for its vibe and that of its owners, Chill Clothing Company, stands out because of its original art work and top-notch customer service.
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Sawtelle steps into head coaching position
A new coaching staff will lead the Montana state champion Whitefish High School boys soccer team this season.
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Whitefish couple launches startup for paddle board cup holder
Do you wish there was an easier way to carry a Nalgene bottle or a can of pop on your paddle board?
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Chairlift: Lessons from grade school
I don’t know much French but I do know that du bois means ‘of the woods’ because I attended Ste. Genevieve du Bois elementary school.
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Whitefish board approves preschool expansion
The Whitefish Community Development Board decided on two setback variances and made recommendations for two conditional use permits, one for a guest house and one for a school expansion.
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New pollinator gardens and park signs in Whitefish
What happens when the Whitefish Park Sign Plan meets and marries an idea for pollinator gardens?
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Mountain Climber proposes intercity connector service
Recently, Elizabeth Wood, Director of the Mountain Climber, proposed a commuter bus plan that would provide transportation between Kalispell, Columbia Falls and Whitefish.
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New pollinator gardens and park signs in Whitefish
What happens when the Whitefish Park Sign Plan meets and marries an idea for pollinator gardens?
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Whitefish Council OKs new parking regs
The five members of the public in attendance outnumbered the councilors at the Whitefish City Council meeting last week.
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Repeat dock offenses rile councilors; viaduct upgrades move ahead
The Whitefish City Council last week considered a request for lakeshore variances, approval to get bids for the viaduct improvement project and direction for building the Whitefish Yards trails.
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Whitefish's Lee Walburn eyes comeback after ruptured Achilles ends his Olympics bid
Whitefish High School alum and decathlete Lee Warburn graduated from Washington State University in May with a degree in humanities – although if you ask his parents, Janis and David, they’ll say he earned his degree in track and field.
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Whitefish City Council approves contested airport hangar
Whitefish City Council on Monday approved a conditional use permit for a 5,400 square-foot hangar at the Whitefish airport despite public opposition.
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Whitefish Council approves strongly contested airport hangar
The Whitefish City Council on Monday approved a conditional use permit for a 5,400 square-foot hangar at the Whitefish airport despite robust public opposition.
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The chairlift: Encroaching in Big Sky country
A bird flew into my dog’s mouth last Sunday afternoon.
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Whitefish's Maggie Voisin drops into new career
How about retiring only to dive whole-heartedly into a few new careers? That’s just what Whitefish’s Maggie Voisin is doing.
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Residents sound off on rockslide into lake
Several members of the community commented at the Whitefish City Council meeting last week about the recent rockslide caused by construction of a home on Whitefish Lake.
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Council passes on proposed annexation policy
The Whitefish Community Housing Committee sought feedback from Whitefish City Council on a proposed annexation policy based on the goals in the 2022 Whitefish Community Housing Roadmap.
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Quilters bring kindness to care facility residents
Orry Nail, president of the Teakettle Quilters' Guild, combined her big heart with her great idea to make nearly 100 quilted pillowcases for residents of Mountain View Health and Rehabilitation, formerly Whitefish Care and Rehabilitation.
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Whitefish's Pin and Cue marks four decades of entertainment
The Pin and Cue has been part of the Whitefish community since 1984, rallying spirits and providing a gathering place for all ages
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73-lot Whitetail Ridge development approved
The Whitefish City Council last week approved a new 73-lot subdivision on Flathead Avenue.
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Pin and Cue: Crowd-favorite business celebrates 40 years in Whitefish
The Pin and Cue has been part of the Whitefish community since 1984, rallying spirits and providing a gathering place for all ages
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Council reviews budget priorities for parks, streets
The Whitefish City Council had its second meeting to discuss and review the proposed fiscal year 2025 budget last week. No one from the public attended in person or online.
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Whitefish hosts outdoor volleyball tourney this weekend
The second annual Flathead Valley Volley-Brawl will bring outdoor grass volleyball action to the field at Whitefish High School, Saturday, June 15.
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Picklers tickled with new courts at Smith Fields
The popularity of pickleball has exploded in recent years and now there are six, new, green and purple pickleball courts for players to enjoy at Smith Fields in Whitefish.
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Major expansion for The Springs OK'd by Council
After hearing what Councilor Ben Davis called “thoughtful feedback” from the public, Whitefish City Council last week approved a planned unit development for an expansion of The Springs at Whitefish.
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Best of Whitefish: Alpine Apothecary celebrates 10 years of being community connector
Owners and pharmacists Becky Stillo and her husband Josh are celebrating the Alpine Apothecary’s 10-year anniversary this month. Located inside Super 1 Foods in Whitefish, the pharmacy has won the Best of Whitefish competition for the last six years in a row.
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City's preliminary budget projects increase in expenditures
The Whitefish City Council met last week for the first of two work sessions to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025. The Council will discuss the budget again June 10 and the final budget will be adopted in August.
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Alan Dias retires after 25 years with Whitefish School District
After 25 years of taking care of the buildings and the people in the Whitefish School District, maintenance technician Alan Dias retired Apr. 30.
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The Springs expansion heads to Council with stamp of approval
The Whitefish Community Development Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of a proposed expansion at The Springs senior living community.
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Whitefish senior Zonich to study for coaching career at Clemson
Whitefish High School senior Raymond Zonich soon will be heading to Clemson University in upstate South Carolina, and he seems more than ready for the change.
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Vote on Whitefish airport hangar proposal grounded, for now
After over an hour of discussion, the Whitefish Community Development Board postponed its vote on a conditional use permit for a hangar on public land near the city airport.
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The Chairlift: The heart of community
A seemingly unremarkable experience during a recent trip to Stevensville in the Bitterroot Valley sparked thoughts of what community character really means and what is at its heart. It all started when I overheard brief conversations in a convenience store.
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Hill eyes bright future through camera lens
Move-in day on the campus of the University of Montana is on August 20 and Whitefish High School senior Zach Hill is excited for the adventure.
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Whitefish to ask voters if council could receive compensation
On May 6, the Whitefish City Council voted unanimously to approve an ordinance that will allow voters to opt to change the city charter.
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Council votes to proceed with permit for Riverbend-Miles Trail section
At the Whitefish City Council meeting last week, sixteen members of the public spoke in support of completing the Riverbend-Miles portion of the Whitefish River Trail.
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Local historian keeps stories alive
Gayle McCarron has served on the five-member Fortine/Trego Cemetery board for the last 16 years.
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Legacy Homes program may see changes to fee in lieu option
The Whitefish City Council approved a conditional use permit for a 21-apartment project after adding a condition requiring the developer to build deed restricted units, per the Legacy Homes program, rather than pay a fee in lieu.
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Meals on Wheels serves seniors from Whitefish Community Center
The Whitefish Community Center has served as the Whitefish hub for the Meals on Wheels program for well over 20 years. Around 40 volunteers deliver about 50 meals each day in Whitefish. On weekends, the crew delivers another 25 to 30 frozen meals. The service area reaches south to Happy …
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Let ‘er buck: Local teen launches bull-riding business
When Korbin Baldwin isn’t in class at the vo-ag center, or on the wrestling mats at Flathead High School, he is likely having a bull session with Whiskey, Tumbleweed, Flat White and Dust Demon.
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North Valley Music School celebrates groundbreaking ceremony
The mood was upbeat when more than 50 people, some with shiny hard hats and golden shovels, gathered on April 19 at the Smith Fields Sports Complex to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony for the North Valley Music School’s new building.
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North Valley Music School celebrates groundbreaking ceremony
The mood was upbeat when more than 50 people, some with shiny hard hats and golden shovels, gathered on April 19 at the Smith Fields Sports Complex to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony for the North Valley Music School’s new building.
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Chairlift: The in-between time
We’ve entered the season when the chairlift doesn't spin. From the closing day of the ski hill until the opening day of the mountain’s summer activities, the lift is still. No low rumble of the motor, no gentle swing of the chair, no friendly smiles from your favorite liftie.
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Choir to perform spring concert at the O’Shaughnessy
When Meghan Hodges climbed up on the piano bench beside her father and began picking out harmonies when she was just three years old, it was clear that musical talent was in her DNA.
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Construction to start on new music school in Whitefish
The mood was upbeat when more than 50 people, some with shiny hard hats and golden shovels, gathered on April 19 at the Smith Fields Sports Complex to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony for the North Valley Music School’s new building.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Whitefish begins chipping away at stock of illegal short-term rentals
Whitefish’s short-term rental specialist, Codi Evenson, has been on the job for about one month. She says she is already making headway in reining in the proliferation of illegal vacation properties as she builds the newly created position from the ground up.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Council reviews upcoming projects on Armory Road, East 6th Street
The developer behind a proposed 77-lot subdivision on Flathead Avenue pulled its three items from the agenda for the Whitefish City Council meeting last week, leaving no public hearings, but a handful of other considerations were addressed.
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Apartment project highlights fee in lieu versus affordable housing units
The Whitefish Community Development Board voted to recommend approval for a conditional use permit for a 21-unit multi-family development on Iowa Avenue.
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Looking back: Committee likes idea of Seventh Street bridge
County Sanitarian Les Espeland and Assistant Al Shoenhuth attended the city council meeting to acquaint the city with various sanitary problems in this area.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Let ‘er buck: Local teen launches bull-riding business
When Korbin Baldwin isn’t in class at the vo-ag center, or on the wrestling mats at Flathead High School, he is likely having a bull session with Whiskey, Tumbleweed, Flat White and Dust Demon.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
World-class violinist performs at The Springs
Jack Glatzer is a world-class violinist who has played on every continent and in over 50 countries. Last week, he played for the residents of The Springs at Whitefish.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
City Council: Lake Park duplex project approved
Whitefish City Council on April 1 approved a preliminary plat for a duplex project on Lake Park Lane.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Whitefish City Council revisits plan for Depot Park townhome project
Marissa Getts, associate executive director of the Whitefish Housing Authority, met with the Whitefish City Council during a work session last week to discuss changes to the Depot Park Townhomes project.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
The Chairlift: Uphill travel
Often, when the skier beside me on the chairlift sees people hiking up, aka skinning, the mountain, they will say, “What are those folks doing? Why would someone do that?”
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Council looks at trail construction hurdles
No one from the public was in attendance at last week’s Whitefish City Council meeting but that didn’t shorten the proceedings. Construction of a bike/pedestrian river trail connection has been on the city’s to-do list for years and the council addressed the next step in the process.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Longtime middle school art educator Nanette Reed to retire
After spending 34 years at Whitefish Middle School, 29 of them as an art teacher, Nanette Reed will retire at the end of the school year. After tallying up the time she spent as a student and as a teacher at the school, she described the total as a “big …
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Offering hope: Nate Chute Foundation supports valley for 25 years
The Nate Chute Foundation has been providing the Flathead Valley with suicide prevention training and mental health support for 25 years.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
The chairlift: Snacks
I’ve never been one to go in for lunch on a ski day, so like many others, I carry treats.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish Legacy Partners leader recognized with inaugural Linda Engh-Grady award
The Whitefish Community Foundation presented the first Linda Engh-Grady Award for Nonprofit Excellence to Heidi Van Everen, the executive director of Whitefish Legacy Partners.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
City supports Alpenglow project with $1 million in funding
The Whitefish City Council met last week to discuss a budget request from Housing Whitefish to support Phase 2 of the Alpenglow apartment project and to consider taking action in the Montanans Against Irresponsible Densification v. State of Montana lawsuit.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Townhome project OK'd for River Lakes Parkway
A townhome development on River Lakes Parkway was approved last week at Whitefish City Council’s regular meeting.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
New Tupelo Grille owner brings fresh look to popular Whitefish restaurant while leaning on tradition
Ownership recently changed hands and the interior of the Central Avenue restaurant has undergone a remodel, but the Tupelo feel and the menu favorites remain.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Whitefish business helps visitors explore the valley
Based in a cozy house at 541 Spokane Ave., Whitefish Outfitters & Tours helps visitors get out into the spectacular natural areas in and around the Flathead Valley.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Ode to the Snow Ghost Express
Please don’t tell my boss, but I spent two hours Friday having big fun on the Big Mountain. It was some of the best skiing I’ve had in a long time and it set my spirits soaring again.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Public gets involved in Whitefish's Vision 2045 plan
Whitefish hosted the first of several visioning sessions to gather public input for the growth policy update.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Mush: Flathead Classic draws sled, skijor teams from across the West
The 2024 Flathead Classic was held at the Dog Creek Lodge & Nordic Center in Olney last weekend. Races included skijoring and bikejoring as well as four-dog and six-dog sled teams.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Compensation for Whitefish City Council, judge to go on ballot
Whitefish City Council plans to put the issue of compensation for the mayor and councilors, including health insurance, on the ballot in November.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
PACE program, Spencer trails expansion, reburbished fire boat top council agenda
With only one public comment all evening, the Whitefish City Council made quick work of addressing a handful of items at its regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 20.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Whitefish considers resort tax rebate changes for seasonal residents
Since Whitefish’s resort tax was initiated in 1995, at least 25% of it has been allocated to property tax relief. At a work session last week, the City Council had a preliminary discussion about potential changes to the allocation of those funds.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Flathead Valley sends three athletes to XC Junior Nationals
The Glacier Nordic ski team qualified three athletes for the 2024 Junior Nationals. Maeve Ingelfinger from Whitefish, Findley Dezzani from Columbia Falls and Liam Browne from Kalispell will head to Lake Placid, New York, for a week of racing next month.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Flathead Valley sends three athletes to XC Junior Nationals
The Glacier Nordic ski team qualified three athletes for the 2024 Junior Nationals. Maeve Ingelfinger from Whitefish, Findley Dezzani from Columbia Falls and Liam Browne from Kalispell will head to Lake Placid, New York, for a week of racing next month.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Council considers resort tax rebate changes for seasonal residents
Since Whitefish’s resort tax was initiated in 1995, at least 25% of it has been allocated to property tax relief. At a work session last week, the City Council had a preliminary discussion about potential changes to the allocation of those funds.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
River Lakes townhome project draws scrutiny from neighbors
At the second meeting of the newly-formed Community Development Board last week, members voted to recommend a conditional-use permit and preliminary plat for a nine-lot subdivision.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Documentary film recounts 'troll storm' against Whitefish family
An award-nominated documentary about a Whitefish resident who, with support from the community, fought back against hatred, will make its world premiere in Missoula later this month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Looking back: Skier rescued from tree well; crime rate soars
A target of $3 million was announced for the Whitefish Credit Union at the annual meeting.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Chairlift: Don’t come this way
Dad started smoking when he was 12 years old.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Documentary film recounts 'troll storm' against Whitefish family
An award-nominated documentary about a Whitefish resident who, with support from the community, fought back against hatred, will make its world premiere in Missoula later this month.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish Council discusses possibility for compensation
The Whitefish City Council discussed the possibility of initiating pay for the mayor and council members during a work session last week.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish Council discusses possibility for compensation
The Whitefish City Council discussed the possibility of initiating pay for the mayor and council members during a work session last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Phase 2 of Alpenglow project OK'd by council
Approval of a deed-restricted apartment project was among the many tasks completed by the Whitefish City Council last week. The council also approved a handful of other requests and discussed a lawsuit.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Students shine at All-State Music Festival
The University of Montana hosted the 2023 MHSA All-State Music Festival last October. A remarkable number of Whitefish high school student musicians earned All-State honors: two from choir and five from the band program.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish students take part in growth policy update
Despite school being canceled last Thursday for a snow day, six Whitefish High School students ventured out to attend Whitefish’s Community Development Board meeting and participate in local government by sharing their ideas for the city's updated growth policy.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
New board recommends phase 2 of Whitefish apartment project
The Whitefish Community Development Board voted unanimously at its inaugural meeting last week to recommend Phase 2 of the Alpenglow Apartments development.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
New board recommends phase 2 of apartment project
The Whitefish Community Development Board voted unanimously at its inaugural meeting last week to recommend Phase 2 of the Alpenglow Apartments development.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Avalanche 12U brings home first place banner
The Glacier Avalanche 12U team won the first-place banner at the Brent Roeber Memorial Tournament, hosted by the Butte Copper Kings, on Jan 7. The team battled organizations from Idaho and Montana to make it into the championship game against the Spokane Jr. Chiefs.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Police Calls: Television calls 911, dog characterized as ‘mean mugging’
The police calls section is presented for entertainment purposes and does not reflect the nature or the volume of the calls received by local law enforcement.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
City Council preview for Feb. 5, 2024
Whitefish City Council meets on Monday, Feb. 5 beginning at 7:10 p.m. at City Hall.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
The Chairlift: The Whitefish 'we'
The skiing was surprisingly good last week. Albeit odd, spring skiing in January was a hoot and almost everyone seemed to be having a great time.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Whitefish City Council hears proposed changes to Depot Park Townhomes project
At a recent work session, Whitefish City Council heard from the Whitefish Housing Authority and the city’s housing planner, Luke Sponable, about potential changes to the Depot Park Townhomes project.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Depot Park affordable housing project runs into funding issues
At a work session last week, Whitefish City Council heard from the Whitefish Housing Authority (WHA) and the city’s Housing Planner, Luke Sponable about potential changes to the Depot Park Townhomes project.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Council Briefs: Two properties annexed, new school resource officer, lakeshore permit approved
Deputy Mayor Frank Sweeney presided over the Jan. 16 meeting of the Whitefish City Council in the absence of Mayor John Muhlfeld. The council voted unanimously in favor of each agenda item, including the annexation of two properties and the approval of the School Resource Officer program agreement.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Flathead County Sheriff's Office adding more K9 teams
Sounds of a prolonged, one-sided skirmish echoed in a large warehouse recently, where Flathead County Sheriff’s Office deputies were taking part in a selection process for a new K9 handler.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Flathead County Sheriff's Office adding more K9 teams
Sounds of a prolonged, one-sided skirmish echoed in a large warehouse recently, where Flathead County Sheriff’s Office deputies were taking part in a selection process for a new K9 handler.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Conservation commission earns big federal grant
During the 2023 Montana legislative session, the Western Montana Conservation Commission (WMCC) was created, in essence by combining two natural resource protection agencies — the Flathead Basin Commission and the Upper Columbia Conservation Commission (UC3).
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Council discusses annexation fee, infrastructure funding
The council chambers were mostly empty for the first Whitefish City Council meeting of 2024.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Whitefish loses a longtime friend Sam McGough
Sometimes, grieving the loss of a loved one elicits laughter as well as tears.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Canine hero tracks lost dachshund to reunite with owner
A 165-pound, 2-year-old Newfoundland mix named Gram became a hero last week in Whitefish. He was able to follow paw prints that led to a missing, dappled dachshund, named Finley, in the heavily wooded Swift Creek area.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Year in Review: Recapping major Whitefish news in 2023
In 2023, the community of Whitefish persevered and overcame obstacles together and alone.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Stanley Cup makes rounds in Whitefish
Nearly 35 pounds of sterling silver made quite an impression on Whitefish last Friday.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Family-run hardware business celebrates 75 years in Whitefish
Nelson’s Ace Hardware and the town of Whitefish have been growing hand in hand for the past 75 years. Nelson’s offers steadfast support to the community, open seven days a week and closed only for Thanksgiving and Christmas each year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
The Chairlift: Wealth and winter wonderlands
My first and only chairlift ride thus far this season was when Chair 1 took me to the summit on Thursday, Dec. 7.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Council briefs: Business registration program, lakeshore protections among public hearings
The Whitefish City Council addressed two resolutions regarding fees and an ordinance about Lakeshore Protection regulations after Mayor John Muhlfeld and three council members took their oaths of office at the Dec. 4 regular council meeting.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Family-run business celebrates 75 years in Whitefish
Nelson’s Ace Hardware and the town of Whitefish have been growing hand in hand for the past 75 years. Nelson’s offers steadfast support to the community, open seven days a week and closed only for Thanksgiving and Christmas each year.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Family-run business celebrates 75 years in Whitefish
Nelson’s Ace Hardware and the town of Whitefish have been growing hand in hand for the past 75 years. Nelson’s offers steadfast support to the community, open seven days a week and closed only for Thanksgiving and Christmas each year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Local blacksmith hammers out custom ironwork
It's the custom touches that turn a beautiful house into a spectacular home.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Whitefish’s planned 9/11 Memorial to serve as reminder of sacrifices made
The Whitefish Fire Department has fragments of the Twin Towers’ steel beams from when they collapsed during the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York City.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Local bareback rider becomes World Champion
They say nice guys finish last but that was not the case in the Junior World Finals in Las Vegas last week.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls teen a bareback World Champion
They say nice guys finish last but the opposite was the case in the Junior World Finals in Las Vegas last week. Azreal Lara, an easygoing, low-key teenager out of Columbia Falls, competed in the senior bareback division and came home a World Champion.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Local rodeo riders compete in Vegas
Over 800 kids from all over the world come to Vegas to compete in the Junior World Finals rodeo for ten days each December.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish’s planned 9/11 Memorial will serve as reminder of sacrifices made
The Whitefish Fire Department has fragments of the Twin Towers’ steel beams from when they collapsed during the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York City.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
New workforce housing program sees support from city, local businesses
After pledging its support for the new Whitefish Workforce Assistance Program a couple months ago, the Whitefish City Council was pleased to learn that businesses are also stepping up to help fund the first year of the program.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Skiers, boarders play hooky on WMR opening day
Stoke was high despite low snow levels on opening day at Whitefish Mountain Resort when Dec. 7 marked the beginning of the 2023/23 ski season.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Ski resort set to open Thursday with busy season ahead
Local skiers and snowboarders have been crossing their fingers for more snow as they gaze up at the Big Mountain in anticipation for the ski season to begin.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
The Chairlift: The buoyant mood of a chairlift ride
My dad shared his love of skiing with his eight kids by telling us if we got ourselves to Whitefish, he’d rent a condo on the Big Mountain and buy our lift tickets.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Residents, advocates lobby Whitefish City Council to crack down on illegal short-term rentals
More than a dozen people clad in yellow T-shirts marched around the entrance to Whitefish City Hall last week before calling on City Council to crack down on illegal short-term rentals in the municipality.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Housing advocates make voices heard on illegal short-term rentals
Last week over a dozen people clad in yellow tee shirts marched around the entrance to city hall before filing into the council chambers and waiting in line with other members of the public to speak about the housing crisis in Whitefish and share personal stories related to the shortage …
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Friend of the Fish: Fitzgerald recognized for putting community first
Longtime Whitefish resident and business owner, Rhonda Fitzgerald, has been advocating for the community of Whitefish over the past 30 years.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Whitefish eases food vendor regs in city limits
A request from the City of Whitefish to amend vendor regulations to make them less restrictive was approved unanimously by the council at its regular meeting on Nov. 6. The changes were previously discussed by the council at a work session.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
New restaurant in Whitefish offers Mediterranean fare
The atmosphere of the restaurant is open and natural-feeling with soft yellow walls and butcher block-type tabletops.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Council approves housing development, several other items
Among the items addressed during a long meeting of the Whitefish City Council on Nov. 6, were annexations with zone changes, amendments to city code and the reconstruction of Karrow Avenue.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
New restaurant in Whitefish offers Mediterranean fare
Last month, Beldi, a new restaurant at 306 Second Street in Whitefish, opened its doors and began serving cuisine inspired by the Mediterranean and Levantine regions.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Ride your horse, rope the calf
If you were to see him riding one of his roping horses on the hills behind the Majestic Valley Arena with several of his trained cow dogs, you might think you’ve seen another ordinary cowboy. But…
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Whitefish OKs annexation of south gateway property
Developers proposing a mixed-use apartment project at Whitefish’s south gateway received approval from Whitefish City Council on Nov. 6 for the annexation of the vacant property, as well as a zone change.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Whitefish OKs annexation of south gateway property
Developers proposing a mixed-use apartment project at Whitefish’s south gateway received approval from Whitefish City Council on Nov. 6 for the annexation of the vacant property, as well as a zone change.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
SunRift brewery to open Whitefish location
In the past five years, SunRift Beer Company has become a fixture in Kalispell and soon, it will open its second location in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Whitefish band students set sights on New York City
Start spreading the news, the Whitefish High School band is preparing for a trip to New York City. The group’s small town blues will melt away as they enjoy three days, April 24-28, in the Big Apple.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Carpenter builds comfort and convenience into vans
If you’ve ever wanted to have a decked-out van to use for camping or for full-time living, a new custom van building company in Whitefish is able to help make that dream a reality.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Whitefish band students set sights on New York City
Start spreading the news, the Whitefish High School band is preparing for a trip to New York City. The group’s small town blues will melt away as they enjoy three days, April 24-28, in the Big Apple.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Council reviews traffic impacts of proposed gateway development
The developer of a proposed mixed-use apartment complex at Whitefish’s south gateway met with Whitefish City Council Oct. 16 to review potential impacts to traffic and a nearby neighborhood.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Local student heads to Alaska to teach skiing
Lots of kids in Whitefish start skiing when they start walking. One local skier who learned to ski on the slopes of the Big Mountain is heading north to teach skiing in Alaska.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
City Council OKs increase to Whitefish impact fees
Despite some “sticker shock” over new impact fee amendments, Whitefish City Council voted unanimously last week in approval of the new rates and policies.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Lions Club resumes growing food for community
Thanks to a few key donations of space, seeds and plant starts, Whitefish Lions Club members were able to get their hands back into the soil to raise nutritious produce for area families this year.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Renown scientists gather in Whitefish for sake of Montana lakes
The Whitefish Lake Institute held the Montana Lakes Conference last week at the Lodge in Whitefish. The theme for the 2023 Montana Lakes Conference was “Montana Lakes at Risk; Challenges and Opportunities.”
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Whitefish goes full throttle in cross-country championship race
With a backdrop of golden larch trees and a clear blue sky, the all-class state cross country championships were held at Rebecca Farms in Kalispell on Saturday.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
PHOTOS: Whitefish fire celebrates Fire Prevention Week
The Whitefish Fire Department celebrated Fire Prevention Week with an open house last Sunday.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Lions Club resumes growing food for community
Thanks to a few key donations of space, seeds and plant starts, Whitefish Lions Club members were able to get their hands back into the soil to raise nutritious produce for area families this year.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Sunrift brewery to open Whitefish location
In the past five years, Sunrift Beer Company has become a fixture in Kalispell and soon, it will open its second location in Whitefish.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Whitefish harriers smoke course at Western A Fall Classic
The Whitefish cross-country team had a brilliant showing at the Western A Fall Classic at the King’s Ranch Golf Course in Frenchtown on Saturday.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR AGO
Whitefish postpones decision on annexation
After a somewhat contentious and complex public hearing, the Whitefish City Council chose to postpone a decision regarding the annexation and zone change for a property at the southeast corner of U.S. 93 and Montana 40 to accommodate a development known as Alpine 93/40.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Dogs help young readers develop confidence
Next time you visit the Whitefish Community Library, be on the lookout for paw prints that lead to the southeast corner of the building. There, dogs are hitting the books.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Council candidates share vision for Whitefish at forum
Seven candidates vying for three open seats on Whitefish City Council shared their visions for the city at a forum Tuesday evening inside the Oktoberfest tent in Depot Park.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Bulldogs perform well at 7 of 7 meet in Helena
The Whitefish cross country team traveled to Helena for the Capital City 7 of 7 Invitational last Thursday at the Bill Roberts Golf Course.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Hockey program attracts new players to the sport
The Girls Fall Into Hockey program wrapped up last week at the Stumptown Ice Den with a session of skills and drills followed by a 3 v 3 fun tournament.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Daughter takes reins at Howie's Tire after father's death
Whitefish lost a trusted friend when Howard Spain died on Sept. 13. He was 48 years old.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitefish caps golf season at state tourney
Three Whitefish Bulldogs had a long drive to Sidney for the Class A State golf tournament. Whitefish Coach Tait Rocksund said the players represented Whitefish very well during the 36-hole tournament.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Bulldogs post PRs at Whitefish Invite
It was a wet and chilly day for the Whitefish Invite at the Whitefish Lake Golf Club, but that didn’t slow down the Bulldogs, many of whom posted personal records.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitefish's proposed rental assistance program well-received
The Whitefish City Council showed interest in a program aimed at providing rental assistance to residents of Whitefish.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitefish teams 5th at Western A golf tourney
The Bulldog golf team hosted the Western A Divisional tournament at the Whitefish Lake Golf Club last week.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Proposed rental assistance program well-received
The Whitefish City Council showed interest in a program aimed at providing rental assistance to residents of Whitefish.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Scholarship named in honor of beloved local nurse
Linda Orr’s friends describe her as a firecracker. The petite, southern woman with a huge heart was remarkable, genuine, funny and constantly going above and beyond.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Harriers put in strong effort at tough Mountain West
The Thompson Falls Invitational was held on Sept. 19 at the Rivers Bend Golf Course and was the first of three races in eight days for the Bulldogs.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Collaborative art installation project takes shape at Whitefish High School
Whitefish High School and the Stumptown Art Studio along with several local businesses joined forces three years ago to start work on a large-scale art installation.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Climbing competition at Stone Hill makes a comeback
In rock climbing lingo, to crank is to pull on a climbing hold as hard as possible. This month, climbers from all over the northwest are getting pumped for the return of the Koocanusa Krank, a climbing competition at Stone Hill in Rexford.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Climbing competition returns to Stone Hill
In rock climbing lingo, to crank is to pull on a climbing hold as hard as possible.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Bulldog golf improves steadily
Buffalo Hill Golf Club hosted the Kalispell Invite last week and Whitefish Coach Tait Rocksund said the Bulldogs played well.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
State legislation voids Whitefish’s ADU incentives
The Whitefish Planning Board recently approved changes to code regarding accessory dwelling units. Senate Bill 528 passed the Legislature this spring, making the changes necessary.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Viaduct to get wider pedestrian paths, lighting
Whitefish is moving forward with improvements to the viaduct crossing the BNSF Railway tracks north of downtown.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Gear Heads: Collaborative art installation project takes shape
Whitefish High School and the Stumptown Art Studio along with several local businesses joined forces three years ago to start work on a large-scale art installation.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitefish considers relaxing food truck regulations
Whitefish City Council is considering amendments to the city’s mobile food vendor regulations to make permits easier to obtain and more efficient to administer.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO
Smith Lake sees improvements as progress continues on expanding Whitefish Trail
While Whitefish Legacy Partners enjoys the afterglow of a successful 2023 Whitefish Trail Hootenanny, the nonprofit continues its work to ensure conservation, recreation and education on the lands around Whitefish for future generations.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO
Golf teams card three rounds in three days
The Bulldog golf team had a busy week with the Whitefish Triangular on Thursday followed by the two-day Kootenai Invite in Libby.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cross country teams in top-3 at time trials
Despite a one-hour delay due to lightning, the Bulldogs competed well at the Mike Reynolds Time Trials in Cut Bank on Friday.
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Climbing competition at Stone Hill makes a comeback
In rock climbing lingo, to crank is to pull on a climbing hold as hard as possible. This month, climbers from all over the northwest are getting pumped for the return of the Koocanusa Krank, a climbing competition at Stone Hill in Rexford.
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Whitefish considers relaxing food truck regulations
Whitefish City Council is considering amendments to the city’s mobile food vendor regulations to make permits easier to obtain and more efficient to administer.
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Hadley takes his post as Whitefish's new fire chief
The Whitefish Fire Department’s new chief comes from a long line of firefighters and brings two decades of experience to the top job.
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Golfers take on tough Meadow Lake course
Polson golfer Espn Fisher brought some big excitement to the Columbia Falls Intivation Aug. 28 when he made a hole-in-one on the 12th hole at Meadow Lake Golf Course.
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Cross-country team posts top times at competitive meet
It was a great day of racing under partly cloudy skies at the Flathead Invite at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell last Friday, as the Bulldog cross-country team competed in three different races: freshmen only, junior varsity and varsity.
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McLaughlin continues baseball career at Oregon college
After playing baseball since he was a child, it seemed Mack McLaughlin was playing his final season last spring.
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Confusion continues over planned Whitefish River bridge
A planned bridge over the Whitefish River and trails that connect to the path along the river as part of a major mixed-use development have hit several snags.
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Whitefish City Council approves budget including tax decrease
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously on Aug. 21 to approve the city’s 2024 fiscal year final budget, totaling $51 million.
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Bulldog golf competes in Missoula
The varsity Bulldog golf teams competed in the two-day Corvallis Invitational.
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Cross country kicks off season in Libby
Although the country team is still working to get the full team eligible, Coach Richard Menicke said it was a great first meet for the Bulldogs on Aug. 25 in Libby.
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City Council approves budget including tax decrease
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously on Aug. 21 to approve the city’s 2024 fiscal year final budget, totaling $51 million.
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Council briefs
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously to adopt updated housing and rental prices, and the fee in lieu of affordable housing for the voluntary Legacy Home program at the Aug. 21 meeting.
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Confusion continues over planned Whitefish River bridge
A planned bridge over the Whitefish River and trails that connect to the path along the river as part of a major mixed-use development have hit several snags.
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Council Briefs
Whitefish City Council voted unanimously at its meeting last week to enact an emergency ordinance continuing the stage 2 fire restrictions.
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Bulldog golf starts its season in windy conditions
The Whitefish High School golf teams traveled to Shelby for the Browning Invitational on Aug. 18 at the Marias Valley Golf and Country Club.
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City’s summer camp program dishes out fun for all
The Whitefish Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Camp Program has been making summers fly by for children since the program began in 2009.
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Council approves necessary Whitefish code amendments
The latest state legislative session passed a number of bills that caused Whitefish City Planners to make amendments to the city’s codes regarding zoning, subdivisions and architectural reviews.
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Council approves ballot initiative to allocate some resort tax funding for housing
Last week, the Whitefish City Council adopted the ballot language and the ballot initiative to allocate 10% of the city’s resort tax toward affordable housing.
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Railroad memorial statue finds new home at train depot
The life-size bronze statue depicts a railroad engineer, hands on knees with a slight bend in his back, listening to a young boy before him who is holding a model train engine in his hands.
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New Explore Whitefish executive director looks for balance
Whitefish’s longtime struggle with balancing tourism with a peaceful way of life ramped up when the pandemic triggered extremely rapid population growth.
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Railroad memorial statue finds new home at train depot
The life-size bronze statue depicts a railroad engineer, hands on knees with a slight bend in his back, listening to a young boy before him who is holding a model train engine in his hands.
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Local hockey player to play top Junior A level in Canada
The future of ice hockey is bright, thanks in part to the Glacier Hockey Association turning out stellar young players.
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Council approves annexation, zoning requests on two properties
The Whitefish City Council employed the new zone change upon annexation process for the first time at last week's meeting.
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Whitefish establishes new buffering regulations for marijuana dispensaries
Whitefish City Council voted unanimously last week to adopt amendments to the city’s zoning ordinance regarding marijuana dispensaries.
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Who’s Who in Whitefish: Local podcast focuses on community programs and politics
Some might say that Ed Docter, the owner of the Montana Tap House, Tamarack Ski Shop and Dire Need Cannabis, has the gift of gab.
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Council proposes using resort tax to fund community housing
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously to review a proposed financial plan which reallocates resort tax funds to include community housing.
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City establishes new buffering regulations for marijuana dispensaries
Last week, the Whitefish City Council voted unanimously to adopt amendments to the city’s zoning ordinance regarding marijuana dispensaries.
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Whitefish Fire Chief Page retires
Firefighters encounter different scenarios every day so they develop the ability to think quickly, remain flexible and prioritize in order to make sound decisions.
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Friendly outdoor group seeks new members
Walking is beneficial for fitness, and socializing is good for mental and physical health.
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Friendly Whitefish walking group seeks new members
Walking is beneficial for fitness, and socializing is good for mental and physical health. For over 20 years, the Whitefish Walkers have been meeting daily to walk and connect with one another. The group would like to add new members.
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Fire Chief Joe Page reflects on career in Whitefish
Firefighters encounter different scenarios every day so they develop the ability to think quickly, remain flexible and prioritize in order to make sound decisions. A long career in firefighting has prepared Whitefish Fire Chief Joe Page for the challenges he is facing upon his retirement.
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Helping local causes a priority for Big Mountain Botanicals
A few months ago when Whitefish was covered with snow, the community rallied around a former ski patroller to help make his log cabin more livable as he dealt with some health issues.
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Longtime friends, WHS grads head solar business in Whitefish
Two friends and former soccer teammates with a mutual interest in sustainability and renewable energy have joined forces once again, this time to help the valley turn on to solar power.
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New director looks to further connect Whitefish Housing Authority with community
In January, Dwarne Hawkins became the new executive director of the Whitefish Housing Authority (WHA).
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Local family hopes to overcome devastating house fire with community support
A house fire that destroyed a double-wide trailer home on Armory Road early Friday morning, June 23, left a young family displaced.
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Nonprofit improves bike trails across the valley
Ever shred Spencer Mountain’s Otter Pop trail at mach chicken and hit a booter that sends your stomach into your throat?
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Whitefish City Council approves $49.3M preliminary budget
The Whitefish City Council approved the preliminary fiscal year 2024 budget at its meeting in June after two work sessions to review and discuss it.
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Multi-family development gets green light in Whitefish
A large development that would provide 146 rental apartments, including some deed-restricted as affordable, was recently approved by the Whitefish City Council in a unanimous vote.
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City Council approves preliminary FY24 budget
The Whitefish City Council approved the preliminary FY24 budget at its meeting last week after two work sessions to review and discuss it.
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Whitefish Planning Board recommends zoning amendments to marijuana facility ordinance
The Whitefish Planning Board earlier this month voted unanimously to recommend zoning amendments that affect marijuana facilities within city limits.
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Solar energy powers summer educational fun at farming academy
The normally quiet grounds of the Montana Veterans Home were shaken up last week when a hovercraft race was held on the premises.
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Planning board recommends zoning amendments to marijuana facility ordinance
The Whitefish Planning Board last week voted unanimously to recommend zoning amendments that affect marijuana facilities within city limits.
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Whitefish City Council considers a variety of items at latest meeting
The city has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to examine the safety of railroad crossings in town.
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New subdivision on East Second Street gets Council approval
A nine-lot subdivision was the first item up for discussion at last week’s Whitefish City Council meeting and after making one amendment, the council unanimously approved the request for preliminary plat.
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Friends reflect on decades working for City of Whitefish as both retire
Sitting at a picnic table in Depot Park with two friends, one a soon-to-be-retired city accountant and the other, a newly-retired legal assistant, is a special treat.
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City takes first look at preliminary FY24 budget
The Whitefish City Council met last week to discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024 for the first time.
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Owners plan to remodel historic Spokane Avenue building into event space
The historic building at 345 Spokane Avenue was originally the First Methodist Church of Whitefish in 1905.
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Groups work to build more trails for adaptive bikes
Whitefish is among the top mountain biking towns in the country and a recent collaboration between two local nonprofit organizations is working to make trails in the area usable for more people.
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Recreational nonprofits collaborate for more inclusion on the trails
Whitefish is among the top mountain biking towns in the country and a recent collaboration between two local nonprofit organizations is working to make trails in the area usable for more people.
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WHS senior Rya Hirsch’s involvement in clubs affirms interest in science
Whitefish High School senior Rya Hirsch remembers suturing cow tongues, using the da Vinci surgical robot and sitting in the rescue helicopter during a trip to Logan Health when she tagged along with the school’s HOSA Club.
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Planning board recommends multi-family, deed-restricted housing proposal
The public showed up for last week’s Whitefish Planning Board meeting to comment about a proposed multi-family development north of the viaduct.
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Council approves reworked landscaping code; water main project to wrap up soon
Over the last several months, the City of Whitefish’s Landscaping Code was completely reworked by City Planner Alan Tiefenbach and the planning staff.
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Inaugural FishFest takes over downtown Whitefish
Spurring sales for downtown businesses between the closing of the ski hill and the start of summer is one reason for the FishFest, but according to the Whitefish Chamber Executive Director Kevin Gartland, the main reason is to celebrate locals supporting locals.
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Inaugural FishFest takes over downtown Whitefish
This Saturday, May 20, downtown Whitefish is celebrating the first-ever FishFest, an experimental event put on by the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce.
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Local teen artist’s mural draws attention to dangers of drug use
Whitefish is now home to an octopus, a monster of the deep. In a bright new artwork by Eliya Olstad, a large, colorful octopus represents the overwhelming power methamphetamine can have over people who get caught in its grasp.
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Council assigns Business Transitional zoning district to gateway property
A recently annexed property located at the intersection of Highway 93 South and Montana 40 was the first to be rezoned with the city’s newly adopted WB-T (Business Transitional) district.
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Historic Spokane Avenue building will be remodeled into event space
The historic building at 345 Spokane Avenue was originally the First Methodist Church of Whitefish in 1905.
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Formerly Casey's, 101 Central will boast new restaurant
In 1905, a brick building was constructed on the corner of Central and Second Avenue in Whitefish and for over one hundred years, it served as a saloon.
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City acknowledges robust public participation vital in updating growth policy
A work session was held prior to last week’s Whitefish Planning Board meeting to discuss ways to attract public participation in the process of updating the city’s growth policy, known as Vision Whitefish 2045.
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Planning board recommends WB-T in rezoning property on Highway 93 South
After much discussion at a meeting last week, the Whitefish Planning Board voted in favor of recommending the WB-T (Business Transitional District) zoning to an approximately 11-acre parcel of land at the corner of Highway 93 South and Montana 40.
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Whitefish skatepark expansion will break ground in June
Activity at the local skatepark is ramping up with the warmer weather and this summer the expansion project will add features and even more fun.
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Council approves higher density zoning for parcel near Park Knoll
Approximately 11 acres of a 31-acre parcel were successfully rezoned for higher-density housing at the last Whitefish City Council meeting.
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Community-supported school celebrates 40 years
Many of the little kids in the class photos all over the office at the Children’s House Montessori School (CHMS) are upstanding, adult citizens of Whitefish now, and many of them have sent their own children to the same preschool.
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Modest 24-lot subdivision on Pheasant Run gets city approval
Whitefish City Council, on April 3, voted unanimously to approve a preliminary plat to develop a 24-lot subdivision on 7 acres northwest of Pheasant Run, west of Highway 93.
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Local conservation enthusiast takes over as director of The Bob
Clifford Kipp will begin his new job as executive director of the Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation next month and both parties are happy about that.
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Council discusses adding C-PACE district, changing marijuana facility ordinance
At a work session last week, the Whitefish City Council considered a plan that could help businesses and also looked at potential changes to the marijuana facility ordinance.
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Council discusses adding C-PACE district, changing marijuana facility ordinance
At a work session last week, the Whitefish City Council considered a plan that could help businesses and also looked at some potential changes to the marijuana facility ordinance.
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Whitefish Fire Department to buy new fire truck
The Whitefish City Council gave a thumbs-up to Whitefish Fire Chief Joe Page last week as they awarded a contract for a new fire engine.
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City concerned over bills relaxing regs on short-term rentals, ADUs
The Whitefish City Council held a special meeting Monday, April 10, to discuss what action to take on two senate bills that could potentially hinder workforce housing efforts in Whitefish; the bills will both be addressed in the Montana Legislature this week.
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Campaign sends generators to war-torn city in Ukraine
One of Whitefish’s newest residents, Yurii Zinchenko, recently gave a presentation in Kalispell that illustrated the amount of destruction that is occurring in Ukraine, particularly in his hometown of Kharkiv.
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Campaign sends generators to war-torn city in Ukraine
Recently, one of Whitefish’s newest residents, Yurii Zinchenko, gave a presentation in Kalispell that illustrated the amount of destruction that is occurring in Ukraine, particularly in his hometown of Kharkiv.
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DREAM Adaptive Recreation hosts fourth annual Shred-a-Thon
Last Saturday, folks on the Big Mountain witnessed a skiing zebra, some funky chickens and a furry Viking flying downhill, along with about a dozen robust souls making uphill laps.
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Council approves minor 4-acre subdivision on Colorado Avenue
At the Whitefish City Council meeting last week, Councilor Steve Qunell served as acting deputy mayor and only three other councilors were in attendance when they voted unanimously to approve a 16-lot subdivision on Colorado Avenue.
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Recycling still on hold, city focused on trash bin education
Recycling and the proper use of animal-resistant trash bins were topics raised at the Whitefish City Council meeting last week.
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Whitefish Planning Board postpones decision on Highway 93 south property
The Whitefish Planning Board recently considered a zone change for a parcel of land with a somewhat contentious history, near the intersection of Highway 93 and Montana 40 and decided to postpone the item.
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Local rock climbers care for Northwest Montana's crags
It was a splitter day at the crags.
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Point of Rocks climbing guidebook
The directions in Montana climbing guidebooks are often more bewildering than helpful, sometimes using things like goats and indistinct creeks as landmarks.
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Viaduct improvements hit snag with MDT approval process
The Whitefish City Council held a work session last week to discuss the status of the Viaduct Improvement Project.
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Former WHS student, golfer takes up NCAA Division I rowing
The first year of college can be intimidating and even overwhelming for some students, with new classes, teachers, friends and for some, a new town.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 7 MONTHS AGO
Planning board recommends higher density zoning on property near Park Knoll
A public hearing was held at last week’s Whitefish Planning Board meeting regarding a zone change on about 11 acres of land owned by Carter Unger of Honor Bound LLC.
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Council work session discusses updates to landscape, tree regulations
The Whitefish City Planning Staff has been cleaning up and updating the city’s Landscaping and Tree Retention and Preservation Standards.
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Ski Kind campaign reminds users to be courteous on the trail
In winter’s predawn darkness, groomers work to create miles of pristine corduroy and tracks for skate skiing, traditional cross country skiing, snowshoeing and hiking and the quality of the trails will endure with a healthy dose of kindness.
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City awards engineering contracts for River Trail, Karrow Ave
The Whitefish City Council approved requests to award engineering contracts for two ventures, the Riverbend Trail Project and the Karrow Avenue Reconstruction Project.
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Whitefish applies for grant to improve pedestrian safety downtown
City Council recently authorized a grant application with the U.S. Department of Transportation for work on the Whitefish Promenade concept designed to move non-motorized traffic through town.
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City to apply for grant that would improve safety near middle school
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously to authorize staff to apply for a grant to complete the missing link section of the Whitefish Promenade.
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Local chef finds healing through food
Like Buckaroo Banzai, a movie character from the 1980s who was a physicist, a test pilot, a neurosurgeon and a rock star, Lynon Lohof, Lead Chef at The Farmers’ Stand in Whitefish, is someone with a wide range of knowledge.
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Whitefish puts pause on new marijuana dispensaries
The ordinance prohibits the approval of new applications for administrative conditional use permits for marijuana dispensaries.
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Work begins on city’s new growth policy called Vision Whitefish 2045
The City of Whitefish Planning Department is preparing to begin the process of updating the city’s Growth Policy.
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Council hits pause button on approving new dispensaries
The Whitefish City Council met for a work session on Feb. 6 to discuss whether changes need to be made to the marijuana facilities ordinance and last week, they passed an interim zoning ordinance to give them time to consider the issue.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 1 YEAR, 8 MONTHS AGO
Longtime liftie nears 50 years on The Big
Generations of skiers and snowboarders on the Big Mountain have enjoyed the same friendly face and warm smile when Chair One took them to the lift shack at the summit.
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Community Solar Project on Monegan Road gets go-ahead
Last week, the Whitefish City Council voted unanimously to approve an agreement with Flathead Electric Cooperative that will produce even more clean energy.
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Council Notes: Committee members appointed, response to commissioners
Deputy Mayor Frank Sweeney held the reins at last week’s Whitefish City Council meeting and after addressing one public hearing, the council appointed new committee members, opted to respond to the county commissioners and were informed of a new hire.
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Local firefighter steps up to a challenge for cancer awareness
On March 12, Whitefish Firefighter Jamison Smith will head to the Columbia Center, the tallest building in Seattle, and run up the stairs as fast as he can while wearing his full structural turnout gear which weighs about 60 pounds.
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Public unease spurs council consideration on dispensaries in city limits
Concerns from the public about the number and location of marijuana dispensaries in town spurred the Whitefish City Council to meet for a work session last week to discuss whether changes need to be made to the distancing requirements in the marijuana facilities ordinance.
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Council adopts transitional zoning district
After over a year of public hearings and work sessions, the Whitefish City Council finally voted to establish the transitional zoning district (WB-T).
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Young bowler’s successes keep on rolling
For most people, bowling means renting a pair of shoes and having fun while heaving a heavy ball down the alley with the hope of knocking over at least a few pins.
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Chief plant operator brings spark to wastewater treatment facility
Condoms and kitty litter, tampons and baby wipes are all things that should not go down the toilet.
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Camp Scout and Gather place to mingle with variety of activities
The entire property, known as Camp Scout and Gather, has become the newest place for the local community to mingle.
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Classroom collaboration yields unifying display at WHS
A collaboration between Whitefish High School art and language arts students resulted in a moving display with the punchy, alliterative title, “Staff Profile Project – Putting Personality on Paper.”
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Explore Whitefish director proud of accomplishments among challenging situations
After serving as the Executive Director of the Whitefish Convention and Visitors Bureau, also known as Explore Whitefish, for the past 10 years, Dylan Deane-Boyle is heading 600 miles due west for his next adventure.
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Example of ride-share program presented for city’s consideration
With the effects of climate change becoming more evident, many communities are looking at ways of easing their carbon footprint by carpooling, using public transportation or walking and biking more often.
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Local author’s latest novel inspired by a true story about choice
A local author’s method of writing fiction involves trusting the characters to tell him the story.
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Council looks at city’s annexation policy, could revise to streamline process
Last fall, the Whitefish City Council realized it needed a closer look at the city’s annexation policy before it would be able to approve the new transitional zoning district, WB-T, for the area along Highway 93 south of Montana 40. At a work session last week, council discussed a more …
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Short film aims to raise community awareness about climate change
A new 11-minute film shines a light on how the effects of climate change, if left unchecked, may redefine the Whitefish lifestyle, from skiing to hunting and fishing.
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A new generation of unique — House of Skye opens in Whitefish
The goal for the store is similar to that of Crystal Winters in that anyone who comes in should be able to find something unique for themselves or as a gift for someone else.
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Discussions continue regarding Whitefish community solar project
Whitefish continues to hammer out plans to install a solar panel facility near its wastewater treatment plant along Monegan Road.
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Discussions continue regarding community solar project
The Whitefish City Council held a work session prior to their last regular meeting to discuss the installation of a solar photovoltaic panels facility near the wastewater treatment plant along Monegan Road.
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Camp Scout and Gather expands with grill, ski trails along Montana 40
As Montana 40 seems to be transforming into an ocean of mini-storage facilities, the Archer family decided to create a family-friendly destination for mini-golf, dining and hanging out with friends.
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City approves golf club’s request to secure mortgage
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously in favor of approving the mortgage securing Whitefish Lake Golf Club’s financing with Glacier Bank to fund their current remodel of the club house.
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Council adopts refreshed housing committee
A City of Whitefish committee focused around housing will soon undergo a refresh and will include members of the public as well as city staff and councilors to bring fresh perspectives and more specific expertise to the group.
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Conservation easement near Whitefish protects valuable wildlife habitat
Whitefish landowners recently placed a conservation easement on 655 acres along the Stillwater River.
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Back to our roots: Fundraising efforts assist longtime Whitefish resident
In this season of gratitude and giving, some people in Whitefish have banded together to help a friend who is having a hard time. While the recipient of the love is longtime Whitefish resident and former ski patroller, Gary Cabell, everyone involved is feeling the benefits.
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Year in Review: A recap of Whitefish news in 2022
As we say hello to 2023, the Pilot takes a look back at the news of 2022.
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Young students learn about community through volunteering
For their latest six-week project, students visited the North Valley Food Bank.
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A new generation of unique — House of Skye opens on Central
During the night of Whitefish’s Christmas Stroll, Dec. 9, a new store opened on Central Avenue and it experienced a steady stream of visitors.
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Young students learn about community through volunteering
Who are the people in your neighborhood?
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Nelson to retire from WLGC
Patient, focused, knowledgeable and positive — all qualities that describe a good coach.
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Whitefish neighborhood approaches city with road issues
The condition of the roads in The Lakes neighborhood has spurred the residents to bring the situation to the attention of the Whitefish City Council.
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Inn remodeled into unique Après Whitefish hotel
The former Stumptown Inn, located at 800 Spokane Avenue, changed hands, underwent a major makeover and has emerged as Après Whitefish, a boutique hotel with an eye on design that remains affordable.
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Shelter WF ramps up fight for housing as legislative session approaches
Shelter WF is a relatively new organization that has been gaining traction in Whitefish.
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The Lakes subdivision approaches Council with road issues
The condition of the roads in The Lakes neighborhood has spurred the residents to bring the situation to the attention of the Whitefish City Council.
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Whitefish OKs affordable townhomes downtown
Construction will soon begin on 22 townhomes in downtown Whitefish that are 100% deed restricted for affordable community housing.
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Local nonprofit agencies hope to share usable information on septic leachate
The Whitefish Lake Institute and the Flathead Basin Commission spoke to the city council at a work session last week about septic leachate, a problem that has been documented in the Flathead Basin since the 1970s. They also addressed the council about ways to engage the public for meaningful change.
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Council green-lights affordable Depot Park Townhomes downtown
Construction will soon begin on 22 townhomes in downtown Whitefish that are 100% deed restricted for affordable community housing.
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Retired sportscaster recalls colorful memories in new book
Peanuts and Cracker Jack, rally hats, the roar of the crowd.
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Construction on Spokane finished for now; watermain replacement project to resume in spring
Whitefish drivers have all season to enjoy fewer backups on Baker Avenue since traffic has returned to two lanes on Spokane Avenue while work on the watermain replacement project pauses for the winter.
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Retired sportscaster recalls colorful memories in new book
Peanuts and Cracker Jack, rally hats, the roar of the crowd.
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Whitefish approves plan to address housing shortage
The purpose of the Housing Roadmap is to outline “a partnership framework and a range of strategies to drive action to address community housing needs in the Whitefish area over the next five years.”
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City’s Housing Roadmap assists in planning of needed affordable housing
Efforts to make housing accessible and affordable for people who want to live and work in Whitefish was one of the items on the City Council meeting agenda last week.
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Council needs a closer look at City’s annexation policy before approving WB-T zoning
The Whitefish City Council continued last week to address an ordinance that would establish a new transitional zoning district (WB-T) affecting properties looking to annex into the city along Highway 93 South near Montana 40.
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Whitefish Community Library director reflects on 36-year career
Just as a library houses resources for its community, a good librarian is a treasure trove of knowledge and memories. Whitefish has been fortunate to have such a librarian for over 35 years.
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Downtown affordable housing development plans get Planning Board approval
What used to be known as the Snow Lot is now called the Depot Park Townhomes and the concept for the affordable housing project took a step closer to reality this week.
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City stamps approval on mixed-use building
What is currently a tattoo parlor in a small, historic house will soon be a three-story building on East Second Street in downtown Whitefish.
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Potential new zoning district again postponed by Council
In a recent meeting, the Whitefish City Council revisited the task of establishing the WB-T (Business Transitional District) zoning district for the area just south of Montana 40 as an implementation of the Highway 93 South Corridor Plan.
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Heart behind Toys for Tots provides Christmas for many in Flathead Valley
Many memories stem from tearing into presents on Christmas morning and finding soft stuffed animals, a cool game, or that first bike.
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Council Briefs: City proceeds with elevated trail, Karrow Ave next for improvements
The Public Works Department got the green light to proceed with surveying and an engineering request for proposals for the Riverbend Path Project at the Whitefish City Council Meeting last week.
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Quirky downtown store served as a home for the community
Whether you have relatives visiting who need souvenir T-shirts or you want to buy some chattering teeth, a yo-yo and a hand buzzer to cheer up a friend, Crystal Winters has been the place to go in Whitefish since 1979.
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Youth mountain biking team gives kids camaraderie on the trails
Northwestern Montana is arguably one of the greatest places in North America for mountain biking.
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Vibe Wellness Lounge opens on Central Avenue
When everyday stressors build up, shoulders rise and muscles get tense, a massage is one way to get relief.
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Whitefish native combines passion for wildlife conservation, digital media in series
Do what you love and love what you do — it’s an expression that many would agree with but few have been able to make work.
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City staff gets go-ahead to begin viaduct improvement project
A presentation at a recent work session followed by further discussion after the regular meeting of the Whitefish City Council resulted in councilors giving the go-ahead to staff for initiating the first two phases of the viaduct improvement project.
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Local video series host has big plans for future
Do what you love and love what you do — it’s an expression that many would agree with but few have been able to make work.
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Lady Bulldogs fire up for overtime win in semifinal game
The Whitefish girls soccer semifinal game included overtime on Saturday at Smith Fields and the Bulldogs beat the Hamilton Broncs, 5-3, to secure a spot in the state championship game.
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Council approves mixed-use subdivision off U.S. 93
The parcel, owned by Tracy Poole of True North Partners, LLC, is set to be bisected by a new public right-of-way connecting Shiloh Avenue and Whitefish, which will be built by the developer.
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Transitional zoning plan inches forward
The long-awaited highway business transitional zoning district took another step forward last week during a work session as council gave staff further direction.
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Bulldogs threaten but Pirates hold on
Despite a powerful push by the Bulldogs in the second half, the unbeaten Polson Pirates came out on top, 34-27 when the two battled in Polson Friday night.
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Bulldogs run season-best times at Class A State cross country meet
The All Class State Cross Country Meet was held Saturday in Missoula under rainy skies.
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Vibrant Roots brews up fermented mushroom and honey green tea
Everything about Brooke Lynn Dodson’s company, Vibrant Roots, focuses on mushrooms and bees, from her logo through the product line, because of their varied health benefits and ecological importance.
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Cross country crushes Classic
The Bulldog’s boys cross country won the Western A Fall Classic on the challenging course at the East Glacier Golf Course on Saturday and the Whitefish girls team placed fifth.
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Fall Into Hockey program introduces girls to the ice
When you think of the International Ice Hockey Federation, a six-year-old girl, barely as tall as a scaled-down hockey goal is not likely the first image to come to mind.
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Council takes another step toward adopting updated Transportation Plan
Whitefish has taken a step toward adopting a plan that describes and prioritizes transportation goals for the city for the next 20 years.
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New city finance director looks forward to opportunities in Whitefish
Of all the things Lanie Gospodarek is looking forward to in her new job as the finance director for the city of Whitefish, growing a tomato sparks the most joy.
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Runners post solid times at unique race in Helena
The Bulldog cross country runners participated in the Capital City 7 of 7 race in Helena last Thursday.
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Vibrant Roots: Finding balance through mushrooms and honey
Perhaps you’ve seen the colorful beverage in a glass bottle in stores across Whitefish and have wondered what Jun Tea is and how to pronounce it.
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More than 100 cats removed from Whitefish property
In early September, authorities and a handful of volunteers collected a large number of malnourished and neglected cats that were suffering with flea infestations and illnesses from a property in Whitefish.
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Over 100 cats removed from animal-hoarding property on Edgewood
In early September, authorities and a handful of volunteers collected a large number of malnourished and neglected cats that were suffering with flea infestations and illnesses from a property in Whitefish.
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Bulldogs’ strong day two earns third at State
The Class A State Golf Tournament was held last weekend at the Hamilton Country Club. The two-day event saw some of the best high school golfers square off. The Bulldogs took home third place.
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Bulldog runners fly through finish at home invite
The Whitefish Lake Golf Club hosted the Whitefish Invitational cross country meet last week and with temperatures in the 70s, it was a lovely day to race.
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U.S. House candidates for western district debate in Whitefish
Two of the three Montana western district congressional candidates participated in a debate Friday evening at Whitefish City Hall.
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Bulldogs named all-conference; head to state championships
The Bulldog golfers played in the Western A Divisional tournament at the Cabinet View Golf Course in Libby last Friday.
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Council delays decision to adopt updated Whitefish Transportation Plan
Despite holding a work session ahead of the regular meeting last week and having to delay the plan two weeks ago, Whitefish City Council chose to postpone a decision to approve the Transportation Plan.
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Cross country takes first and second in Thompson Falls
The Bulldogs cross country teams raced in the Thompson Falls Invitational on Sept. 20 and although Coach Richard Menicke said the team was short due to academics as a priority and injury, the girls team took second place and the boys took first.
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Early detection helps efforts to thwart invasive species infestations
The Whitefish Lake Institute identifies aquatic invasive species growing in water bodies near Whitefish, and early detection has helped to stop infestations.
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Whitefish’s Johnny Nix carries momentum to win Kalispell tournament
The Kalispell Invitational hosted 16 teams over two days last week and the Whitefish Bulldog boys came out on top.
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Mayor issues proclamation declaring individual freedom
At the Sept. 6 meeting of the Whitefish City Council, Mayor John Muhlfeld read a proclamation of the City of Whitefish recognizing and supporting the right to personal autonomy and the right to local control.
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Cross country has solid showing at huge regional race
The Bulldog cross country team competed in the Mountain West Invite in Missoula on Saturday.
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The spirit of the Whitefish Summer Games endures
In a tournament where the real winners are determined by the amount of fun they had, everyone was a winner at the Whitefish Summer Games Soccer Tournament earlier this month.
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Great Northern Wilderness Guides aims to make backcountry attainable
The idea for the company came to Browning in the summer of 2020 during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mussel tainted boat snagged in Whitefish
On Aug. 31, a mussel-infested boat attempting to launch in Whitefish Lake was stopped by the Whitefish Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Inspection Program.
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Whitefish Trail opens new loops at Holbrook
The Whitefish Trail recently added almost 4 miles of looped trails with tremendous vistas accessible from Big Mountain Road while also making progress on another large project north of Whitefish Lake.
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Whitefish's Billy Smith takes honors in Libby tourney
Last Friday the Bulldog golfers competed in the Libby Invitational on the Cabinet View Golf Course.
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Cross country runners post PRs at Rebecca Farm
The Bulldogs cross country teams ran in the Flathead Invitational at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell last Friday.
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Whitefish AIS Inspection Station stops mussel-infested boat; upgrades planned for station
On Aug. 31, a mussel-infested boat attempting to launch in Whitefish Lake was stopped by the Whitefish Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Inspection Program.
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Whitefish Legacy Partners celebrates multiple steps toward closing the loop
The Whitefish Trail recently added almost four miles of looped trails with tremendous vistas accessible from Big Mountain Road while also progressing another large project north of Whitefish Lake.
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City Council approves mixed-use development on Edgewood Drive
Yards from the dog park and just across the railroad tracks are 92 acres that will soon change dramatically.
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Whitefish boys narrowly miss team medalist honors at two tournaments
Last week the Whitefish golf teams competed in a two-day tournament and later in the week at a home triangular invite where the boys took second at both.
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Baker Avenue underpass unveiled with community celebration
Although the Baker Avenue pedestrian underpass has been functional for almost two years, it was officially opened last week with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, complete with speeches from Whitefish Public Works Director Craig Workman and Stumptown Art Studio Executive Director Melanie Drown.
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Bulldog cross country boys first, girls third in Cut Bank
Whitefish High School’s cross country teams competed on Friday in the Mike Reynolds Time Trials in Cut Bank.
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Bulldog cross country runners shine in Libby
Whitefish runner Deneb Linton took top honors at the Libby Invitational Cross Country meet last week with a time of 17:06:81, nearly five seconds ahead of the second-place finisher, Bauer Holloman of Flathead High
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Great Northern Wilderness Guides aims to make backcountry attainable
Madison Browning's vision for her new business, Great Northern Wilderness Guides, is to provide people with the opportunity to slow down and enjoy the backcountry along with the education needed to be able to get out on their own.
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Council approves controversial marijuana dispensary on Baker Avenue
Last week, Whitefish City Council discussed and eventually voted to approve a conditional use permit for a marijuana dispensary to operate at 333 Baker Avenue.
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Planning Board recommends approval of updated Transportation Plan
The Whitefish Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend amending the city’s Growth Policy by adopting the 2022 Whitefish Transportation Plan update.
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City approves a $53.4 million annual budget
The Whitefish City Council voted unanimously to approve the 2023 fiscal year budget without further discussion.
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Bulldogs begin season with big win at Browning
The Marias Valley Golf Course in Browning was in great shape and featured fast greens last Friday for the Browning Invitational — Bulldog Golf’s first invite of the season.
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City Council meeting features rezoning requests, residential trash bin update
An applicant’s request for postponement last Monday night during the city council meeting shorted what would have been a long night.
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Study says Whitefish needs 1,000 more homes by 2030
The refresh comes after the original assessment released in 2016 showed a need to add about 980 residences by 2020.
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Bulldog golf teams look forward to another competitive season
The Whitefish High School golf team is ready to swing into a new season with Tait Rocksund in his second year as head coach and several returning varsity players ready to pick up where they left off last year.
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Draft housing assessment reveals severity of Whitefish’s housing shortfall
A draft of an updated Whitefish Housing Needs Assessment that was discussed by city officials and community members last week predicts Whitefish will need over 1,000 homes built over the next eight years
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Summit Nature Center invites visitors to see landscape through eyes of a naturalist
On the summit of Big Mountain, it is common to hear questions like “Is that Glacier?” or “Can we see Canada?” from visitors and residents alike. To help answer those questions and educate people about various aspects of the northwest Montana ecosystem, the Flathead Forest and Whitefish Mountain Resort partner …
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Dispensary on Baker Ave gains planning board recommendation
The Whitefish planning board recently voted 3-1 in favor of recommending a conditional use permit for Vincent Remmel to operate a marijuana dispensary on 333 Baker Avenue.
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Whitefish Planning Board recommends new zoning, subdivisions on Edgewood
Four of the seven items on the Whitefish Planning Board’s agenda last month regarded the same property, approximately 66 acres south of East Edgewood Drive and east of East Second Street.
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Kids Fair features helpful resources for new mothers, families
Kids of all ages could fish a rubber duck from the pond, have a giraffe balloon animal made for them or even spray a real fire hose at a plywood “house” while parents learned about the myriad of resources available to them in the Flathead Valley.
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Major Whitefish events, festivals adopt zero waste practices
A visitor to the zero waste Whitefish Farmers’ Market will notice that everything they buy from a food vendor is compostable — all the packaging, all the food.
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Regional SWAT team skillfully resolves conflicts as crime rate rises
Hollywood would have us believe that every time the SWAT team arrives, they bust through doors, blow down walls and run into houses with guns blazing.
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Whitefish Lake Triathlon returns; beginners to elite athletes compete side by side
After a two-year rest, the Whitefish Lake Triathlon is ready, set, go for Sunday, Aug. 14, at 9 a.m. The event has been a staple in the community for over 25 years and this year, the event’s main goal is to attract beginner triathletes.
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City Council resumes discussion of community solar facility
The City of Whitefish is moving forward with plans to install a large solar panel array at the site of the new wastewater treatment plant on Monegan Road.
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Council seeks proposals for potential central recycling site
The City of Whitefish is once again looking into forming a centralized recycling site after the idea for curbside pickup of recyclables didn’t pan out.
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Longtime landscape architect honored for years of commitment to Whitefish
A casual glance around Whitefish will give you views of tree-lined streets, flowing bike paths and green spaces and almost all of it originated with local landscape architect, Bruce Boody.
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Whitefish martial artist earns master level in Soo Bahk Do
Seventeen years of dedication to the Korean martial art of Soo Bahk Do has brought Tanner Armstrong to the fourth degree midnight blue belt, or Sa Dan, the first of the master levels.
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Request for two-story storage units on Hwy 93 approved
By a 5-1 vote, Whitefish City Council approved a conditional use permit for a mini-storage facility to be located to the west of the Army Navy store with an address on Highway 93.
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City considers new annexation policy that would simultaneously rezone property
The Whitefish City Council held a work session last week to discuss the city’s annexation policy and rezoning procedure and consider a more streamlined approach.
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City begins work to update Whitefish housing plan
The City of Whitefish is beginning work on a needed update to its strategic housing plan.
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Council approves a mixed-use development on Spokane; obtains new parkland in exchange
Whitefish City Council approved plans for a large mixed-use building on the corner of East Sixth Street and Spokane Avenue — as part of the deal, the city was granted riverfront property for public parkland use.
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Dancers, filmmakers hope short film in Glacier shows effect of plastic waste
Typically, a dancer’s costume is made of a material such as silk or satin but this summer, one dancer came to Glacier Park to perform in a dress made of plastic recyclables to remind us of the harmful effects plastic waste has on the environment.
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Weed Rodeo helps restore landscape along Flathead River
When one knapweed plant has 30,000 seeds that will remain viable for up to 25 years, ridding the shoreline of them and other noxious weeds is a daunting task.
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Slow Burn Records brings vinyl vibes to Whitefish
For several years, Mike and Dyan Colby often traveled from Texas to spend time in Whitefish and enjoy the rhythm of mountain living. Now they own the only record store in town, Slow Burn Records.
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Whitefish garbage rates go up with new bear-proof cans
Whitefish residents will see their monthly fee for garbage service rise from its current rate of $10.78 to $17.25 along with the arrival of new bear-resistant containers.
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New on the block: Slow Burn Records opens on Spokane Ave
For several years, Mike and Dyan Colby often traveled from Texas to spend time in Whitefish and enjoy the rhythm of mountain living. Now they own the only record store in town, Slow Burn Records.
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Weed Rodeo helps restore native landscapes along Flathead River
When one knapweed plant has 30,000 seeds that will remain viable for up to 25 years, ridding the shoreline of them and other noxious weeds is a daunting task.
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Council Briefs: Bears already a problem; city budget, zoning change approved
Since the start of May, there have already been nearly 100 bear and wild animal conflict calls from the Whitefish area reported to Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
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Council, city discuss preliminary budget numbers
Whitefish City Council met twice to hear from each city department head and review the proposed FY23 budget.
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Planning Board recommends approval of mini-storage facility
The Whitefish Planning Board is recommending approval of a conditional use permit that would allow over 100 mini storage units in four buildings to be constructed within Whitefish city limits along Highway 93.
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Dedicated yoga practice offers healing potential for all ages
Retirement from a long career can lead some people to feel depressed or as if they’ve lost a sense of purpose.
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Shelter WF builds support to fight for housing
A grassroots organization dedicated to building public awareness around housing issues has formed in Whitefish.
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City considers keeping commercial uses off Haskill Basin trail
Whitefish City Council does not want to allow commercial uses on the Haskill Basin section of the Whitefish Trail.
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City approves planned renovations for golf club
Whitefish City Council last week approved a plan that allows the Whitefish Lake Golf Club to renovate the clubhouse at the golf course.
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Council approves plat for new commercial subdivision
Last week, the developer of a proposed commercial subdivision on Baker Avenue clarified an issue regarding access to the property, which led to City Council approving the plan.
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Planning board considers request for storage units
The Whitefish Planning Board will meet on June 16 at 5 p.m. in City Hall.
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Longtime Muldown teachers Snipes, Dowaliby retire
After spending 30 years at her dream job teaching at Muldown Elementary School, Shelly Snipes is retiring this summer. Her passion for teaching is as deep as her family roots in Whitefish.
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Proposed city budget shows additional property tax relief
The City of Whitefish's proposed budget for fiscal year 2023 reflects the region’s record growth by showing an increase in resort tax collection which results in additional property tax relief, while simultaneously making the hiring of staff in several departments a major issue for the city.
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Whitefish senior Aaron Dicks revels in service and leadership
Senior Aaron Dicks enjoyed giving back to the community and serving in leadership positions during his years at Whitefish High School.
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Residents push back against City’s plan for bear-proof trash cans
In response to the City of Whitefish’s newly signed contract with Republic Services to provide individual, bear-resistant trash containers and service them on the streets, residents penned 52 letters of opposition and several spoke out against the change at a recent meeting of the Whitefish City Council.
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New colorful murals on City sidewalks carry vital message
Several city sidewalks in Whitefish were recently graced with artworks that are designed to make people take a second look and think about what is entering the storm drains.
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Planning Board recommends mixed-use development on Spokane Ave
An unusually shaped piece of property described as difficult is one step closer to being developed as a mixed-use building and park with a recommendation from the Whitefish Planning Board.
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Corvettes on display in Whitefish for Memorial Day weekend
The Funseekers Corvette and Yacht Club officially started in Whitefish in 1986 and while the club’s members do have fun and they do have Corvettes, there is nary a boat to be seen.
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MG Ventures gains recommendation from Whitefish Planning Board
An unusually shaped piece of property described as difficult is one step closer to being developed as a mixed-use building and park with a recommendation from the Whitefish Planning Board.
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Additional Armory Park improvements set to begin
The Whitefish Parks and Recreation Department will move forward with phase 3 of improvements for Armory Park, Whitefish’s largest park, as the City Council awarded the construction contract for the work to AGC, Inc. last week.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Accessory unit regulation changes officially adopted
Whitefish property owners who wish to build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) will have an easier go of it now that regulations governing such structures have been modified to streamline the building process.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Split zoning approved for recently annexed Highway 93 property
After being put on hold for a couple of weeks, Whitefish City Council recently approved a rezone for a 7-acre piece of property near the end of Pheasant Run that has had significant opposition from residents of a nearby neighborhood.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Corvettes on display in Whitefish for Memorial Day weekend
The Funseekers Corvette and Yacht Club officially started in Whitefish in 1986 and while the club’s members do have fun and they do have Corvettes, there is nary a boat to be seen.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Eureka-based artist gives skulls another life through intricate carving, painting
The skulls are rugged but the intricately carved designs are delicate.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
City awards contract for Spokane water main replacement
Whitefish is one step closer to repairing an ancient section of water main as the City Council accepted a bid and awarded a contract for construction on the Spokane Avenue water main project during its regular meeting on May 2.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Council postpones transitional zoning on Hwy 93 indefinitely
The Whitefish City Council voted in early May to postpone indefinitely a decision on creating a new transitional business district zoning, or WB-T, for the section of Highway 93 just south of Montana 40.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish to require bear-resistant garbage containers
Whitefish residents will slowly transition to using animal-resistant trash containers over the next few months. The new contract between the city and Republic Services means customers will now have individual 95-gallon bear-resistant containers picked up curbside and will see their garbage rates increase by $5.97 a month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ADU regulation changes near approval
After many hours reworking the regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Whitefish, the City Council on May 2 approved the first reading of an ordinance that is designed to streamline the building process and make renting the ADU to a local resident more appealing.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Amtrak’s Empire Builder to resume regular service
The Empire Builder, Amtrak’s northern cross country train line, is set to resume service seven days a week from Whitefish starting on May 23.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spokane Avenue water main project set to begin
Whitefish got a step closer to repairing an ancient section of water main this week when the City Council accepted a bid and awarded a contract for construction on the Spokane Avenue water main project.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Flathead Spay and Neuter Task Force surpasses powerful milestone
A small unassuming bungalow on Trumble Creek Road houses the Flathead Spay and Neuter Task Force — the first low-cost spay and neuter clinic in Montana that formed nearly 25 years ago.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
City to require bear-resistant containers for all residents
The City of Whitefish has decided to implement animal-resistant trash containers for all residents and businesses within city limits — and with that comes a rate hike.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Looking Back for May 4
The old Whitefish Memorial Hospital building was gutted by a smoky fire that took firemen five hours to bring under control.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish Parks and Recreation director honored for professional service in community
Maria Butts has always kept the importance of city parks and open land being free and accessible to all at the forefront of her job as the Whitefish Parks and Recreation director.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MOST Physical Therapy expands business
Owner Ralph Simson’s plan to tear down an existing garage and build an accessory building to expand business operations at MOST Physical Therapy located at 576 Spokane Avenue will proceed as the company’s permit request was approved at the City Council meeting last week.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Foxtail to open new school downtown
The co-founders of an alternative learning school are working to open a friskola for children in grades one through three this fall on the second floor of the building that houses Loula’s Cafe.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish appoints Conway as new deputy chief of police
Some of the responsibilities of a deputy chief of police are hiring, mentoring and training younger officers. Whitefish’s new Deputy Chief Kevin Conway feels these are very important steps and that they are largely overlooked.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Local nonprofits deal with inflation, increased need
While prices for goods and services are on the rise as of late, many companies can offset the higher costs by raising prices but nonprofit organizations cannot.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Report states building permits hit all-time high in 2021
The number of building permits issued in Whitefish hit an all-time high of 1167, which includes a record number of new single-family homes at 129 units, according to the Planning and Building Department’s 2021 annual report.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Central Avenue project gets the go-ahead
A development project that will replace an older building on Central Avenue with four single-family units was recently approved by the Whitefish City Council.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Council approves bid for Texas Avenue project
Construction on Whitefish’s Texas Avenue project will move forward as the Council approved the sole bid that came in for the project even though it was over 20% higher than the engineer’s estimate.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
City looks to accessory units as a potential assist in housing crisis
The City of Whitefish is working to make adjustments to the rules on constructing accessory dwelling units in an attempt to help with the shortage of housing for local residents.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Local business gets variance fees waived for potential solar structure
The Whitefish-based business Hurraw! Balm asked City Council last week to waive the variance fee for a solar panel installation on the edge of their property on Flathead Avenue and the council granted it. Hurraw said they are looking to pursue clean energy and energy independence, which fits Whitefish’s vision …
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
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