Annual bird count tallies 81 species in Bigfork

On Saturday several groups of bird enthusiasts scoured the Bigfork area during the 42nd annual Bigfork Christmas Bird Count.

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Annual bird count tallies 81 species in Bigfork

On Saturday several groups of bird enthusiasts scoured the Bigfork area during the 42nd annual Bigfork Christmas Bird Count.

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Board studies policy on drug abuse

The Bigfork school district is addressing how it should communicate to the community when illicit substances are found at school.

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Board studies policy on drug abuse

The Bigfork school district is addressing how it should communicate to the community when illicit substances are found at school.

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Bigfork students make contribution to the Crown Guitar Festival

While most of Bigfork High School’s students sat in class the first week of September, three students put what they’ve learned to the test at the Crown of the Continent Guitar Festival.

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Bigfork students make contribution to the Crown Guitar Festival

While most of Bigfork High School’s students sat in class the first week of September, three students put what they’ve learned to the test at the Crown of the Continent Guitar Festival.

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Basketball teams beat Eureka and Libby

VIKING BASKETBALL

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Basketball teams beat Eureka and Libby

VIKING BASKETBALL

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Vikings basketball win three straight to start the season

VIKING BASKETBALL

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Vikings basketball win three straight to start the season

VIKING BASKETBALL

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The war on drugs: Black lab helps sniff out drug offenses at high school

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The war on drugs: Black lab helps sniff out drug offenses at high school

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Local fundraiser gives to Northwest Montana veteran's food bank

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Local fundraiser gives to Northwest Montana veteran's food bank

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Growing up in Bigfork: Dockstader sisters remember Bigfork childhood

Monday morning Bigfork Community Center board Vice President JoLynn Yenne introduced the fourth speakers in the Growing up in Bigfork oral history series. The Dockstader sisters’ reputation made them a must-have in the series and Mary Sullivan and Maureen Hein laughed at the idea of their reputation.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Growing up in Bigfork: Dockstader sisters remember Bigfork childhood

Monday morning Bigfork Community Center board Vice President JoLynn Yenne introduced the fourth speakers in the Growing up in Bigfork oral history series. The Dockstader sisters’ reputation made them a must-have in the series and Mary Sullivan and Maureen Hein laughed at the idea of their reputation.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Stormwater project complete

The final phase of the Bigfork stormwater project has been completed, whith just a few minor details left on the checklist.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Stormwater project complete

The final phase of the Bigfork stormwater project has been completed, whith just a few minor details left on the checklist.

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Speech, debate and drama excel

Bigfork’s Speech, Debate and Drama team are three meets into the season, and proving that they will be in the hunt for some hardware at the state meet.

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Speech, debate and drama excel

Bigfork’s Speech, Debate and Drama team are three meets into the season, and proving that they will be in the hunt for some hardware at the state meet.

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Fire department begins hunt for new chief

The Bigfork Fire Department is beginning the hunt for a new chief.

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Fire department begins hunt for new chief

The Bigfork Fire Department is beginning the hunt for a new chief.

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Students to march in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Once again Bigfork music students will share their talents on the national stage of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Students to march in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Once again Bigfork music students will share their talents on the national stage of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Students to visit Europe on history trip

Over spring break, 12 Bigfork High School students will have the experience of a lifetime.

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Students to visit Europe on history trip

Over spring break, 12 Bigfork High School students will have the experience of a lifetime.

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Growing up in Bigfork: The Whitney's

Over 30 people packed into the Bigfork Community Center on Monday to listen to stories of Bigfork’s past.

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Growing up in Bigfork: The Whitney's

Over 30 people packed into the Bigfork Community Center on Monday to listen to stories of Bigfork’s past.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Somers man creates video platform

Joe Clark has been launching successful business since he was a teenager, trying his hand in furniture, coffee and real estate.

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New trash site opens with improved recycling options

Three years after Flathead County proposed closing Bigfork’s trash site, a new and improved green-box container site opened on Monday.

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Football advances to state quarterfinals, volleyball heads into divisionals tournament

FOOTBALL

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New trash site opens with improved recycling options

Three years after Flathead County proposed closing Bigfork’s trash site, a new and improved green-box container site opened on Monday.

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Football advances to state quarterfinals, volleyball heads into divisionals tournament

FOOTBALL

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Interim director named

The Bigfork Museum of Art and History has named an interim director to run the museum while they continue their search for a permanent replacement.

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Old North Shore structure to be removed

After receiving public comment, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks plans to move forward with removing an old bunkhouse and debris for the North Shore of Flathead Lake.

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Old North Shore structure to be removed

After receiving public comment, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks plans to move forward with removing an old bunkhouse and debris for the North Shore of Flathead Lake.

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Interim director named

The Bigfork Museum of Art and History has named an interim director to run the museum while they continue their search for a permanent replacement.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

New green-box site opens near Bigfork

Three years after Flathead County proposed closing Bigfork’s trash site, a new and improved green-box container site opened Monday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Valkyries claim the state title in cross country, football heads into playoffs

CROSS COUNTRY

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Valkyries claim the state title in cross country, football heads into playoffs

CROSS COUNTRY

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School district refinances remainder of elementary bond

The Bigfork School board approved a bond purchase agreement with Glacier Bank last week to save taxpayers $141,702.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

School district refinances remainder of elementary bond

The Bigfork School board approved a bond purchase agreement with Glacier Bank last week to save taxpayers $141,702.

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After 18 years with Lodge leadership, Bigfork Elves are under new helm

Bigfork’s favorite Christmas tradition is changing hands this year.

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After 18 years with Lodge leadership, Bigfork Elves are under new helm

Bigfork’s favorite Christmas tradition is changing hands this year.

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Bigfork Community Center rebrands itself

The Bigfork Senior Center has rebranded itself as the Bigfork Community Center to help revitalize the center and increase membership.

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Bigfork Community Center rebrands itself

The Bigfork Senior Center has rebranded itself as the Bigfork Community Center to help revitalize the center and increase membership.

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Student fights human trafficking

A Bigfork High School senior is bringing an event to Bigfork to raise awareness about human trafficking.

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Student fights human trafficking

A Bigfork High School senior is bringing an event to Bigfork to raise awareness about human trafficking.

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Bigfork Relay for Life to join Flathead County event

Low turnout at Bigfork’s Relay for Life on Friday night had many participants talking about a different future for the event.

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Bigfork Relay for Life to join Flathead County event

Low turnout at Bigfork’s Relay for Life on Friday night had many participants talking about a different future for the event.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

MDT to study historic Bigfork bridge

The Montana Department of Transportation is hiring a consultant to do a study on Bigfork’s historic steel bridge.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

MDT to study historic Bigfork bridge

The Montana Department of Transportation is hiring a consultant to do a study on Bigfork’s historic steel bridge.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Food at Tamarack Time brings community together

The 27th annual Tamarack time is set for Saturday on Electric Avenue, featuring the best dishes the Bigfork population can whip up.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Food at Tamarack Time brings community together

The 27th annual Tamarack time is set for Saturday on Electric Avenue, featuring the best dishes the Bigfork population can whip up.

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Parks project finishes

Wayfarers State Park is starting to quiet down after a busy summer.

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Parks project finishes

Wayfarers State Park is starting to quiet down after a busy summer.

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Google programs help Swan River School youth prepare for a future with changing technology

Parents got a special look into daily life at Swan River School through technology at the school’s open house on Tuesday.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Google programs help Swan River School youth prepare for a future with changing technology

Parents got a special look into daily life at Swan River School through technology at the school’s open house on Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork Food Bank moves in to new building

Shelves now sit in on large open floors in the Bigfork Food Bank, stocked with food, ready to be sent off to homes around Bigfork.

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Bigfork Food Bank moves in to new building

Shelves now sit in on large open floors in the Bigfork Food Bank, stocked with food, ready to be sent off to homes around Bigfork.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Speaker in Bigfork advocates muckracking journalism

Sometimes it takes outrageous tactics to rile people up and spur changes, conservative activist James O’Keefe told a crowd at Crossroads Church in Bigfork last Thursday.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Speaker in Bigfork advocates muckracking journalism

Sometimes it takes outrageous tactics to rile people up and spur changes, conservative activist James O’Keefe told a crowd at Crossroads Church in Bigfork last Thursday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

School improvements up to the voters

Ballots for the Bigfork High School bond election will be mailed out Friday, asking voters for $14 million to renovate Bigfork High School.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

School improvements up to the voters

Ballots for the Bigfork High School bond election will be mailed out Friday, asking voters for $14 million to renovate Bigfork High School.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Artists look forward to second annual street art festival in Bigfork

Artists will take to the streets this weekend for Bigfork’s second Chalk ‘n Rock Festival.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Artists look forward to second annual street art festival in Bigfork

Artists will take to the streets this weekend for Bigfork’s second Chalk ‘n Rock Festival.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Stormwater project begins

Construction on the final phase of the Bigfork Stormwater project is about to begin.

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Stormwater project begins

Construction on the final phase of the Bigfork Stormwater project is about to begin.

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Community Foundation helps build a better Bigfork

The annual Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork auction is just around the corner.

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Community Foundation helps build a better Bigfork

The annual Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork auction is just around the corner.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Elementary bond issue refinanced

The Bigfork School board last week approved a resolution to save taxpayers about $160,000.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork girl is role model as pageant contestant

Kassandra Butterfield has had a busy summer.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork girl is role model as pageant contestant

Kassandra Butterfield has had a busy summer.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Research station director Jack Stanford hands over reins of biological station

The introduction of Jack Stanford at the annual Flathead Lakers meeting last week was met with a standing ovation.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Elementary bond issue refinanced

The Bigfork School board last week approved a resolution to save taxpayers about $160,000.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Research station director Jack Stanford hands over reins of biological station

The introduction of Jack Stanford at the annual Flathead Lakers meeting last week was met with a standing ovation.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Steel bridge receives designation

Bigfork’s iconic steel bridge is now officially historic.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Steel bridge receives designation

Bigfork’s iconic steel bridge is now officially historic.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Smoke pushes athletics indoors at start of season

As Bigfork High School sports began to get underway last week, Mother Nature decided to complicate matters.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Smoke pushes athletics indoors at start of season

As Bigfork High School sports began to get underway last week, Mother Nature decided to complicate matters.

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Bigfork High School athletics gets underway for fall competition

Despite being forced to move practices inside due to air quality, Bigfork High School sports are underway.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork High School athletics gets underway for fall competition

Despite being forced to move practices inside due to air quality, Bigfork High School sports are underway.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Potkonjak helps Montana secure win over Alberta

Bigfork High School senior Joseph Potkonjak shot under par in every round to help the Montana boys win the Montana/Alberta Jr. Ryder Cup last week in Lethbridge, Alberta.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Potkonjak helps Montana secure win over Alberta

Bigfork High School senior Joseph Potkonjak shot under par in every round to help the Montana boys win the Montana/Alberta Jr. Ryder Cup last week in Lethbridge, Alberta.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Edith Wylie celebrates 103 years, reveals her own secrets to longevity

What is the secret to a long, healthy life?

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

School seeks to inform public about proposed high school renovation

Community members took a tour of Bigfork High School Thursday night to learn why the Bigfork School District is asking voters for $14 million for a major renovation.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

School seeks to inform public about proposed high school renovation

Community members took a tour of Bigfork High School Thursday night to learn why the Bigfork School District is asking voters for $14 million for a major renovation.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Edith Wylie celebrates 103 years, reveals her own secrets to longevity

What is the secret to a long, healthy life?

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Construction begins on new trash site

By early October Bigfork will be home to the nicest green-box trash site in the county.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Construction begins on new trash site

By early October Bigfork will be home to the nicest green-box trash site in the county.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Gerald and Marilyn Bowman celebrate their 50th anniversary

Gerald and Marilyn Bowman will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Friday. Likely they will spend the day like they have most of their other anniversaries — working on the orchard, sorting and selling cherries.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Gerald and Marilyn Bowman celebrate their 50th anniversary

Gerald and Marilyn Bowman will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Friday. Likely they will spend the day like they have most of their other anniversaries — working on the orchard, sorting and selling cherries.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Elk mount serves as a reminder of Matt Edwards

Two years after Matthew Edwards’ death, a shoulder mount of the first elk he shot is now with his family.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Elk mount serves as a reminder of Matt Edwards

Two years after Matthew Edwards’ death, a shoulder mount of the first elk he shot is now with his family.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

DREAM adaptive helps people with disabilities get out on the water

The boat drove forward slowly. The rope pulled tight, and the boat’s driver began to put on speed, pulling the water-ski onto the surface of the water.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

DREAM adaptive helps people with disabilities get out on the water

The boat drove forward slowly. The rope pulled tight, and the boat’s driver began to put on speed, pulling the water-ski onto the surface of the water.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Community discusses site for larger Bigfork library

A larger library for Bigfork is on the horizon.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Community discusses site for larger Bigfork library

A larger library for Bigfork is on the horizon.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Cherry harvest gets underway almost two weeks early

Flathead cherry season is in full swing, almost two weeks earlier than normal.

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Melodee Bahr shares her love of singing in Bigfork

When Melodee Bahr’s phone rang with an invitation to travel from her home in Rochester, Minn., to Bigfork to sing at Rising Mountains’ Getting to Know You series, she didn’t hesitate.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Cherry harvest gets underway almost two weeks early

Flathead cherry season is in full swing, almost two weeks earlier than normal.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Melodee Bahr shares her love of singing in Bigfork

When Melodee Bahr’s phone rang with an invitation to travel from her home in Rochester, Minn., to Bigfork to sing at Rising Mountains’ Getting to Know You series, she didn’t hesitate.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Montana Open Land Month recognizes all kinds of land conservation efforts

Anytime you travel from Bigfork toward Kalispell you see it — open land.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Montana Open Land Month recognizes all kinds of land conservation efforts

Anytime you travel from Bigfork toward Kalispell you see it — open land.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

It's a hard knock life: Annie opened Tuesday at Bigfork Summer Playhouse

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

It's a hard knock life: Annie opened Tuesday at Bigfork Summer Playhouse

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Community helps youth with muscular dystrophy purchase van

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Community helps youth with muscular dystrophy purchase van

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

County grants fifth permit extension for bridge

Last week the Flathead County Commissioners granted a fifth permit extension for the bridge to Dockstader Island.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

County grants fifth permit extension for bridge

Last week the Flathead County Commissioners granted a fifth permit extension for the bridge to Dockstader Island.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

School board asks voters for $14 million

The Bigfork School District board of trustees voted unanimously on Wednesday to approve a bond request, asking voters for $14 million to renovate the high school.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

School board asks voters for $14 million

The Bigfork School District board of trustees voted unanimously on Wednesday to approve a bond request, asking voters for $14 million to renovate the high school.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Restoration project to protect watersheds

Bull trout are a fickle fish, picky about where they spawn and sensitive to change, according to Forest Service Fisheries Biologist Beth Gardner.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Restoration project to protect watersheds

Bull trout are a fickle fish, picky about where they spawn and sensitive to change, according to Forest Service Fisheries Biologist Beth Gardner.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Butterflies raise money for cancer patients

Hundreds of butterflies will be released over Flathead Lake on Sunday in honor of those whose lives were taken by cancer.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Butterflies raise money for cancer patients

Hundreds of butterflies will be released over Flathead Lake on Sunday in honor of those whose lives were taken by cancer.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Construction on bridge halted by lake water levels

Rising lake levels have stopped work on the bridge to Dockstader Island.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Construction on bridge halted by lake water levels

Rising lake levels have stopped work on the bridge to Dockstader Island.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ferndale resident sentenced for killing grizzlies

A Ferndale man must pay $15,000 in restitution and serve three years of probation for killing three grizzly bears last May.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ferndale resident sentenced for killing grizzlies

A Ferndale man must pay $15,000 in restitution and serve three years of probation for killing three grizzly bears last May.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

The Bigfork School Board looks into teacher evaluations

Concerns from Bigfork School parents have prompted the Bigfork School District Board of trustees to take a closer look at how the administration handles teacher evaluations.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

The Bigfork School Board looks into teacher evaluations

Concerns from Bigfork School parents have prompted the Bigfork School District Board of trustees to take a closer look at how the administration handles teacher evaluations.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Developers in violation of Clean Water Act

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a cease and desist order to Jolene Dugan and Roger Sortino for their work in the wetlands along Flathead Lake in Bigfork.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Developers in violation of Clean Water Act

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a cease and desist order to Jolene Dugan and Roger Sortino for their work in the wetlands along Flathead Lake in Bigfork.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Whitewater festival has a long history

Paddlers took to the Swan River this weekend for the 40th anniversary of the Bigfork Whitewater Festival.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Whitewater festival has a long history

Paddlers took to the Swan River this weekend for the 40th anniversary of the Bigfork Whitewater Festival.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork Food Bank breaks ground on new building

The Bigfork Food Bank is on its way toward having a new facility.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork Food Bank breaks ground on new building

The Bigfork Food Bank is on its way toward having a new facility.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Club expands; adds physical therapist

The Montana Athletic Club has expanded, both in size and in its offerings.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Club expands; adds physical therapist

The Montana Athletic Club has expanded, both in size and in its offerings.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Volunteers work to preserve Lone Pine Cemetery

Stones litter a hill behind the Little Brown Church, many forgotten, overgrown by bushes and worn down by the weather.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Volunteers work to preserve Lone Pine Cemetery

Stones litter a hill behind the Little Brown Church, many forgotten, overgrown by bushes and worn down by the weather.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Former district payroll clerk sues district

A former Bigfork School District employee has filed a complaint against the school district for wrongful discharge.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Former district payroll clerk sues district

A former Bigfork School District employee has filed a complaint against the school district for wrongful discharge.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork school principal recovers from aneurysm

Brenda Clarke feels blessed.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork school principal recovers from aneurysm

Brenda Clarke feels blessed.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork High School band rates high at music festival

Two Bigfork High School musicians showcased their skills at the state music festival last weekend.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork High School band rates high at music festival

Two Bigfork High School musicians showcased their skills at the state music festival last weekend.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Beast Race joins the Spartan weekend lineup

THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

1975 Lakeshore Protection Act was designed to keep control of Montana lakes on local level

Two bills would be introduced to the 1975 Montana State Legislature with similar aims. Protecting Montana lakes.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

1975 Lakeshore Protection Act was designed to keep control of Montana lakes on local level

Two bills would be introduced to the 1975 Montana State Legislature with similar aims. Protecting Montana lakes.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Parents dispute teacher contract termination

A decision to not renew the contract of a Bigfork kindergarten teacher has sparked concern among some Bigfork parents about how personnel decisions are made in the Bigfork School District.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Parents dispute teacher contract termination

A decision to not renew the contract of a Bigfork kindergarten teacher has sparked concern among some Bigfork parents about how personnel decisions are made in the Bigfork School District.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

County amends permit to allow longer bridge

The permit for a bridge from property on Holt drive to Dockstader Island was recently amended to add an additional 58 feet to the length of the structure.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

County amends permit to allow longer bridge

The permit for a bridge from property on Holt drive to Dockstader Island was recently amended to add an additional 58 feet to the length of the structure.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Woods Bay woman loves her job with A.L.E.R.T

Linda Chambers has been a nurse for 14 years, 11 of which she’s been a flight nurse for A.L.E.R.T.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Woods Bay woman loves her job with A.L.E.R.T

Linda Chambers has been a nurse for 14 years, 11 of which she’s been a flight nurse for A.L.E.R.T.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Park board suggests closure of Swan River access

Access to the Swan River from Rainbow Drive in Ferndale could close for two years.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Park board suggests closure of Swan River access

Access to the Swan River from Rainbow Drive in Ferndale could close for two years.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Swan River bike path moves forward

After six years, it looks as if two stretches of bike path along Swan River Road will finally be connected.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Swan River bike path moves forward

After six years, it looks as if two stretches of bike path along Swan River Road will finally be connected.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Legislature leaves school funding up in the air

School funding hangs in the balance as the Montana Senate works toward passing the state’s general fund budget.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Legislature leaves school funding up in the air

School funding hangs in the balance as the Montana Senate works toward passing the state’s general fund budget.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Ranger station construction at Wayfarers moves forward

Improvements to Wayfarers State Park are moving forward.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Ranger station construction at Wayfarers moves forward

Improvements to Wayfarers State Park are moving forward.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Sarah Johnson takes on job supporting library

Last month Montana Adventure Sports co-owner Sarah Johnson stepped into a new role.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Sarah Johnson takes on job supporting library

Last month Montana Adventure Sports co-owner Sarah Johnson stepped into a new role.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Community discusses possibilities to improve high school

Last week the community continued discussions to help achieve a vision for the future of Bigfork High School.

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Community discusses possibilities to improve high school

Last week the community continued discussions to help achieve a vision for the future of Bigfork High School.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Permit holder intervenes in county lawsuit

Holt Drive property owner Jolene Dugan filed a motion last week to intervene in a lawsuit against Flathead County over how a permit was awarded to build a bridge to Dockstader Island.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Permit holder intervenes in county lawsuit

Holt Drive property owner Jolene Dugan filed a motion last week to intervene in a lawsuit against Flathead County over how a permit was awarded to build a bridge to Dockstader Island.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Bigfork man found guilty in deaths of three grizzly bears

A Bigfork man has been found guilty of illegally killing three grizzly bears.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Bigfork man found guilty in deaths of three grizzly bears

A Bigfork man has been found guilty of illegally killing three grizzly bears.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

New family restaurant features homemade southern food

Family and opportunity have brought southern comfort food to downtown Bigfork.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

New family restaurant features homemade southern food

Family and opportunity have brought southern comfort food to downtown Bigfork.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

After 10 years Bigfork Dairy Queen changes hands

After 10 years and a serious facelift the Bigfork Dairy Queen has changed hands.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

After 10 years Bigfork Dairy Queen changes hands

After 10 years and a serious facelift the Bigfork Dairy Queen has changed hands.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Lawsuit against county hits first obstacle

A legal battle is underway against the bridge to Dockstader Island in Bigfork.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Lawsuit against county hits first obstacle

A legal battle is underway against the bridge to Dockstader Island in Bigfork.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Tax value of Shelter Island upheld

Don Abbey will not get a reduction in taxes on his luxury island property on Flathead Lake.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Tax value of Shelter Island upheld

Don Abbey will not get a reduction in taxes on his luxury island property on Flathead Lake.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Bigfork students compete at state health care conference in Bozeman

For the first time Bigfork High School was represented at the Health Occupation Students of America Future Health Professionals State leadership conference.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Bigfork students compete at state health care conference in Bozeman

For the first time Bigfork High School was represented at the Health Occupation Students of America Future Health Professionals State leadership conference.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Developers seek floodplain permits

Developers Roger Sortino and Jolene Dugan have requested three floodplain development permits from the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

Developers seek floodplain permits

Developers Roger Sortino and Jolene Dugan have requested three floodplain development permits from the Flathead County Planning and Zoning Office.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS AGO

County still trying to keep Swan River access open

Maintaining access to the Swan River in Ferndale remains a priority for Lake County officials.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

County still trying to keep Swan River access open

Maintaining access to the Swan River in Ferndale remains a priority for Lake County officials.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

County finalizes land purchase for new trash site

Another step in the completion of the new Bigfork trash site has been completed.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

County finalizes land purchase for new trash site

Another step in the completion of the new Bigfork trash site has been completed.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Children's playhouse volunteer helps ensure the actors look the part

The Bigfork Summer Playhouse costume shop was quiet, except for the sound of the heater clanking away in the corner, as Shannon Barrett sorted through racks of clothes.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Children's playhouse volunteer helps ensure the actors look the part

The Bigfork Summer Playhouse costume shop was quiet, except for the sound of the heater clanking away in the corner, as Shannon Barrett sorted through racks of clothes.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Spring sports are gearing up at Bigfork High School

Bigfork High School spring sports practices are underway, with competitions starting this weekend.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Spring sports are gearing up at Bigfork High School

Bigfork High School spring sports practices are underway, with competitions starting this weekend.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Mack Days suppression effort expands

The Spring Mack Days fishing tournament is just around the corner, and organizers are looking for the event to remove about 9,000 more lake trout from Flathead Lake than last year’s event.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Mack Days suppression effort expands

The Spring Mack Days fishing tournament is just around the corner, and organizers are looking for the event to remove about 9,000 more lake trout from Flathead Lake than last year’s event.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Students at Bigfork and Swan River Schools work to promote change and acceptance

Crissy Siefke had an important message for students at Bigfork Elementary and Middle School, and Swan River school on Wednesday.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Students at Bigfork and Swan River Schools work to promote change and acceptance

Crissy Siefke had an important message for students at Bigfork Elementary and Middle School, and Swan River school on Wednesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bigfork man charged with killing grizzlies denied trial

A Bigfork man charged with allegedly killing three grizzly bears in Ferndale last May has been denied a trial by jury.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bigfork man charged with killing grizzlies denied trial

A Bigfork man charged with allegedly killing three grizzly bears in Ferndale last May has been denied a trial by jury.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Guitar foundation partners with tribal college to expand guitar education

With five successful festivals under their belt, the Crown of the Continent Guitar Foundation is expanding their offerings into the Mission Valley.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Guitar foundation partners with tribal college to expand guitar education

With five successful festivals under their belt, the Crown of the Continent Guitar Foundation is expanding their offerings into the Mission Valley.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Last phase of stormwater project mapped out

Plans are moving forward for the final phase of the Bigfork Stormwater Project.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Last phase of stormwater project mapped out

Plans are moving forward for the final phase of the Bigfork Stormwater Project.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Survey needed to improve lake access

Dave Hadden is looking for funding to help get the ball rolling on a better access to the north shore of Flathead Lake in Bigfork.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Survey needed to improve lake access

Dave Hadden is looking for funding to help get the ball rolling on a better access to the north shore of Flathead Lake in Bigfork.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New Bigfork resident has a passion for singing

Opera singer Lawrence Munday is ready for the easy life. After several visits to the Flathead Valley Munday decided it was time to move. He packed up and drove from New York to Bigfork, to take up residence in a home along the Swan River.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New Bigfork resident has a passion for singing

Opera singer Lawrence Munday is ready for the easy life. After several visits to the Flathead Valley Munday decided it was time to move. He packed up and drove from New York to Bigfork, to take up residence in a home along the Swan River.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Rural schools come together for a night of fun to promote future success

After the rest of the students went home on Friday Cayuse Prairie seventh and eighth grade girls rolled out their sleeping bags and waited for new friends to arrive.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Rural schools come together for a night of fun to promote future success

After the rest of the students went home on Friday Cayuse Prairie seventh and eighth grade girls rolled out their sleeping bags and waited for new friends to arrive.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Historical designation sought for Steel Bridge

The one-lane steel bridge that crosses the Swan River where it empties into Bigfork Bay may soon be recognized as a historical landmark.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Historical designation sought for Steel Bridge

The one-lane steel bridge that crosses the Swan River where it empties into Bigfork Bay may soon be recognized as a historical landmark.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bigfork girl poised to appear on dressage national stage

A Bigfork teenager is making a name for herself in an English fashion.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bigfork girl poised to appear on dressage national stage

A Bigfork teenager is making a name for herself in an English fashion.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bigfork taxidermist donates mount to wounded veteran

Scott Smith’s workspace in Ferndale is full of dead animals.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bigfork taxidermist donates mount to wounded veteran

Scott Smith’s workspace in Ferndale is full of dead animals.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Quirk wins division, looks to state

Bigfork High School senior Vinny Quirk wrestled less than a minute total on Saturday in Eureka to secure the Class B/C 205-pound division championship. Quirk received byes for the first two rounds. He then proceeded to pin Florence-Carlton’s Ramey Meinzen in 23 seconds to move on to the championship match, …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Quirk wins division, looks to state

Bigfork High School senior Vinny Quirk wrestled less than a minute total on Saturday in Eureka to secure the Class B/C 205-pound division championship. Quirk received byes for the first two rounds. He then proceeded to pin Florence-Carlton’s Ramey Meinzen in 23 seconds to move on to the championship match, …

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Josh Sandry officially signs with Montana football

Bigfork High School senior Josh Sandry signed a letter of intent last Wednesday morning, officially committing to play football at the University of Montana in Missoula.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Josh Sandry officially signs with Montana football

Bigfork High School senior Josh Sandry signed a letter of intent last Wednesday morning, officially committing to play football at the University of Montana in Missoula.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Charges dismissed against Polson journalist

Two of three charges stemming from the arrest of then-Lake County Leader Editor Vince Lovato were dismissed Monday, and a plea agreement was reached on the remaining charge.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Charges dismissed against Polson journalist

Two of three charges stemming from the arrest of then-Lake County Leader Editor Vince Lovato were dismissed Monday, and a plea agreement was reached on the remaining charge.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Anonymous donor buys land for Bigfork Food Pantry

Big changes are happening fast for the Bigfork Food Pantry.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Anonymous donor buys land for Bigfork Food Pantry

Big changes are happening fast for the Bigfork Food Pantry.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork artist Dee Dee Cooper enjoys donating her time and work to local causes

Parked outside the Bigfork Cultural center is a small wooden train, marked Bigfork Express.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork artist Dee Dee Cooper enjoys donating her time and work to local causes

Parked outside the Bigfork Cultural center is a small wooden train, marked Bigfork Express.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork recycling site closing Jan. 1

On Jan. 1, the recycling containers in Bigfork, Lakeside, Coram and Ashley Lake will disappear.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork recycling site closing Jan. 1

On Jan. 1, the recycling containers in Bigfork, Lakeside, Coram and Ashley Lake will disappear.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Netting on Swan Lake wraps up

The final report isn’t in, but some new discoveries were made during this year’s experimental gill netting on Swan Lake.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Netting on Swan Lake wraps up

The final report isn’t in, but some new discoveries were made during this year’s experimental gill netting on Swan Lake.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork residents have to Dec. 24 to decide on new runoff system

It’s now up to the people.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork residents have to Dec. 24 to decide on new runoff system

It’s now up to the people.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New coaches lead Vikes and Vals into new season

The Bigfork High School varsity basketball teams are full of familiar faces on the court, but the faces coaching from the sidelines have all changed.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New coaches lead Vikes and Vals into new season

The Bigfork High School varsity basketball teams are full of familiar faces on the court, but the faces coaching from the sidelines have all changed.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork students win technology grant

Hans Bodenhamer has a vision for the future.

THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Greenhouse at Cayuse Prairie offers multiple benefits

A flat of lettuce seedlings planted by third grade students at Cayuse Elementary played a special role Tuesday.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Greenhouse at Cayuse Prairie offers multiple benefits

A flat of lettuce seedlings planted by third grade students at Cayuse Elementary played a special role Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork students take lead in tech education

Hans Bodenhamer has a vision for the future.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork students take lead in tech education

Hans Bodenhamer has a vision for the future.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork's 2014 season ends after a tough semifinal battle

After winning nine straight games where they scored over 40 points, five of which were shutouts, the Bigfork High School football team finally met an opponent they couldn’t topple.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork's 2014 season ends after a tough semifinal battle

After winning nine straight games where they scored over 40 points, five of which were shutouts, the Bigfork High School football team finally met an opponent they couldn’t topple.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Retired general talks at Swan River School of how hard work and commitment pay off

Colleen McGuire doesn’t fit the vision that comes to most people’s minds when they hear the word veteran.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Retired general talks at Swan River School of how hard work and commitment pay off

Colleen McGuire doesn’t fit the vision that comes to most people’s minds when they hear the word veteran.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork men share special bond over common interests

It was fate or perhaps an act of God that brought Peter Drowne and Daniel Banegas together.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork men share special bond over common interests

It was fate or perhaps an act of God that brought Peter Drowne and Daniel Banegas together.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork shuts out Malta in quarterfinal playoff game

Bigfork High School shut out Malta 41-0 in the quarterfinals of the Class B football playoffs on Saturday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork shuts out Malta in quarterfinal playoff game

Bigfork High School shut out Malta 41-0 in the quarterfinals of the Class B football playoffs on Saturday.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Valkyries go out fighting to end volleyball season

Bigfork High School ended its 2014 volleyball season Friday after three hard fought matches at the divisional tournament in Ronan.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Valkyries go out fighting to end volleyball season

Bigfork High School ended its 2014 volleyball season Friday after three hard fought matches at the divisional tournament in Ronan.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork squashes Deer Lodge, moves on to playoff quarterfinals

Bigfork High School football kept their trend of coming out fast Saturday, and secured their spot in the state playoff quarterfinals, beating Deer Lodge 44-7.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork squashes Deer Lodge, moves on to playoff quarterfinals

Bigfork High School football kept their trend of coming out fast Saturday, and secured their spot in the state playoff quarterfinals, beating Deer Lodge 44-7.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Children's theatre brings classic board game to life

Clue, the board game, will come to life Friday night at the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Children's theatre brings classic board game to life

Clue, the board game, will come to life Friday night at the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

CrossRoads Christian Fellowship return from mission trip to Rwanda

Last Wednesday at 1 a.m. after 39 hours of travel, 19 people returned to Bigfork from a two-week mission trip to Africa.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

CrossRoads Christian Fellowship return from mission trip to Rwanda

Last Wednesday at 1 a.m. after 39 hours of travel, 19 people returned to Bigfork from a two-week mission trip to Africa.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Vikings play Deer Lodge in first round of state playoffs

Bigfork football claimed their sixth-straight district championship on Friday in a 48-0 win over Thompson Falls.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Vikings play Deer Lodge in first round of state playoffs

Bigfork football claimed their sixth-straight district championship on Friday in a 48-0 win over Thompson Falls.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Flathead Lake Brewing Company crafts ale to benefit ALS research

A special brew hit the taps Friday at Flathead Lake Brewing Company to help raise money for ALS research.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Flathead Lake Brewing Company crafts ale to benefit ALS research

A special brew hit the taps Friday at Flathead Lake Brewing Company to help raise money for ALS research.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Valkyries lose hard fight against Thompson Falls

The Valkyries volleyball team added another loss and another win to their season record last week.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Valkyries lose hard fight against Thompson Falls

The Valkyries volleyball team added another loss and another win to their season record last week.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Vikings to play for district championship and playoff spot

Friday’s home football game is a big one.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Vikings to play for district championship and playoff spot

Friday’s home football game is a big one.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork scores 37 points in first quarter of shutout

Bigfork came out fast on Friday to shut out Plains 49-0 at home.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork scores 37 points in first quarter of shutout

Bigfork came out fast on Friday to shut out Plains 49-0 at home.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork High School student to march in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade

Gabriel Broughton’s Thanksgiving Day is going to be long.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork High School student to march in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade

Gabriel Broughton’s Thanksgiving Day is going to be long.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Vikings strive for playoff spot as season winds down

Bigfork soccer is racing through their last conference games, hoping to end up in the playoffs.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Vikings strive for playoff spot as season winds down

Bigfork soccer is racing through their last conference games, hoping to end up in the playoffs.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Vals need two more wins

After two ties and a loss the Valkyries soccer team is clinging to hope that they might still qualify for post-season play.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Vals need two more wins

After two ties and a loss the Valkyries soccer team is clinging to hope that they might still qualify for post-season play.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Volleyball fights for five-set win over Plains

Bigfork volleyball has two more wins under their belts, defeating Plains at home on Saturday, and Eureka on the road Thursday.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Volleyball fights for five-set win over Plains

Bigfork volleyball has two more wins under their belts, defeating Plains at home on Saturday, and Eureka on the road Thursday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Finding local food will be easier for Bigfork

The Montana Co-op is coming to Bigfork.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Finding local food will be easier for Bigfork

The Montana Co-op is coming to Bigfork.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Vikes dominate Shelby

Bigfork football continued their winning streak Friday, beating Shelby 43-6 for Bigfork’s homecoming game.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Vikes dominate Shelby

Bigfork football continued their winning streak Friday, beating Shelby 43-6 for Bigfork’s homecoming game.

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Rotary Club of Bigfork works to end childhood hunger in Bigfork

This Friday a few Bigfork students will leave campus with something new in their backpacks — food.

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Discussions begin on enhancing public access

Public access to the North Shore of Flathead Lake from Holt drive isn’t going anywhere.

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Discussions begin on enhancing public access

Public access to the North Shore of Flathead Lake from Holt drive isn’t going anywhere.

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Rotary Club of Bigfork works to end childhood hunger in Bigfork

This Friday a few Bigfork students will leave campus with something new in their backpacks — food.

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Vals win two

The Bigfork Valkyrie volleyball team has two more home court wins under their belts, defeating Mission 3-1 on Thursday, and Troy 3-0 on Saturday.

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Vals win two

The Bigfork Valkyrie volleyball team has two more home court wins under their belts, defeating Mission 3-1 on Thursday, and Troy 3-0 on Saturday.

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Bigfork to limit non-district students

Out-of-district enrollment at Bigfork Elementary and Middle School is almost at capacity.

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Bigfork to limit non-district students

Out-of-district enrollment at Bigfork Elementary and Middle School is almost at capacity.

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Chaffin family faces long road to recovery

It was a typical Memorial Day weekend.

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Chaffin family faces long road to recovery

It was a typical Memorial Day weekend.

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Bigfork woman's book tells how a California winery put Napa on the map

Laura Grace Barrett has held many titles — artist, curator, chef, philanthropist, playwright, winemaker, teacher, stewardess, mother, and most recently — author.

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Bigfork woman's book tells how a California winery put Napa on the map

Laura Grace Barrett has held many titles — artist, curator, chef, philanthropist, playwright, winemaker, teacher, stewardess, mother, and most recently — author.

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When the town needs help the CFBB is there

In 1970 Bigfork was a sleepy little village.

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When the town needs help the CFBB is there

In 1970 Bigfork was a sleepy little village.

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Swan River School to offer more options for students

Students returned to class at Bigfork schools Tuesday, and Swan River School principal Marc Bunker is excited for the new year.

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Swan River School to offer more options for students

Students returned to class at Bigfork schools Tuesday, and Swan River School principal Marc Bunker is excited for the new year.

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Volleyball eases into season at tournament

Bigfork volleyball started its season Saturday with the Class B starter tournament at Mission.

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Volleyball eases into season at tournament

Bigfork volleyball started its season Saturday with the Class B starter tournament at Mission.

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Valkyries soccer starts season with two landslide victories

The Bigfork girls soccer season is off to a stellar start.

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Valkyries soccer starts season with two landslide victories

The Bigfork girls soccer season is off to a stellar start.

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Vikings 1-1 in early season non-conference soccer

An early-season 1-1 record has the Bigfork boys soccer team sitting high in the standings, with the same win-loss record as Whitefish.

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Vikings 1-1 in early season non-conference soccer

An early-season 1-1 record has the Bigfork boys soccer team sitting high in the standings, with the same win-loss record as Whitefish.

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Volleyball faces two tough teams this week

Bigfork bounced back quickly after a loss during their home opener to Stillwater Christian on Thursday, to beat conference foes Ronan and Deer Lodge Saturday.

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Volleyball faces two tough teams this week

Bigfork bounced back quickly after a loss during their home opener to Stillwater Christian on Thursday, to beat conference foes Ronan and Deer Lodge Saturday.

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Youngest Morleys crush competition at first meet

Logan Morley and Bryn Morley took home first place titles for Bigfork Friday at the Mike Reynolds Time Trials in Cut Bank.

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Youngest Morleys crush competition at first meet

Logan Morley and Bryn Morley took home first place titles for Bigfork Friday at the Mike Reynolds Time Trials in Cut Bank.

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Bigfork football falls to Choteau, looks to next game

Bigfork fans filled the stands for Bigfork High School’s first football game of the season on Friday. Though Choteau walked away with the win 28-21 Bigfork rallied in the second half and threatened to turn the game.

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Bigfork football falls to Choteau, looks to next game

Bigfork fans filled the stands for Bigfork High School’s first football game of the season on Friday. Though Choteau walked away with the win 28-21 Bigfork rallied in the second half and threatened to turn the game.

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Valkyries crush Stevensville in first game of the season

The Bigfork Girls soccer team has already scored more goals than they did all of last season, and they have only played one game.

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Valkyries crush Stevensville in first game of the season

The Bigfork Girls soccer team has already scored more goals than they did all of last season, and they have only played one game.

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Boys soccer opens with loss to Stevensville

The Bigfork boys soccer team opened their season Tuesday in a home match against Stevensville at Carlyle Johnson Field. While the Vikings lost, 3-2 they began strong and made Stevensville work for their win.

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Boys soccer opens with loss to Stevensville

The Bigfork boys soccer team opened their season Tuesday in a home match against Stevensville at Carlyle Johnson Field. While the Vikings lost, 3-2 they began strong and made Stevensville work for their win.

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Seventh annual Rumble in the Bay car show gears up for Sunday

In the summer you might see a bright yellow 1958 Chevy pickup truck cruising around Bigfork.

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Seventh annual Rumble in the Bay car show gears up for Sunday

In the summer you might see a bright yellow 1958 Chevy pickup truck cruising around Bigfork.

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Bigfork women help reuse, recycle and repurpose unwanted items

It all started with spring cleaning, and an idea.

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Bigfork women help reuse, recycle and repurpose unwanted items

It all started with spring cleaning, and an idea.

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Golf Classic Sept. 21 set to raise money for unfunded Bigfork High School athletics

Eagle Bend will host the first Bigfork High School Golf Classic Sept. 21 to raise money for high school athletics.

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Golf Classic Sept. 21 set to raise money for unfunded Bigfork High School athletics

Eagle Bend will host the first Bigfork High School Golf Classic Sept. 21 to raise money for high school athletics.

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Bigfork High School athletics revs up for the fall season

With the start of school just around the corner the Vikings and Valkyries are back at it. Practices started last week for fall sports, and the first games are just around the corner.

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Bigfork High School athletics revs up for the fall season

With the start of school just around the corner the Vikings and Valkyries are back at it. Practices started last week for fall sports, and the first games are just around the corner.

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Montana artist opens show at Collage gallery, exploring how her father shaped her family

The new show opening at the Collage Gallery on Friday is about family.

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Montana artist opens show at Collage gallery, exploring how her father shaped her family

The new show opening at the Collage Gallery on Friday is about family.

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Sixmile lookout trail near Swan Lake offer spectacular vistas

Huckleberries and 360 degree views — Sixmile Lookout Trail has everything a Montana summer should.

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Sixmile lookout trail near Swan Lake offer spectacular vistas

Huckleberries and 360 degree views — Sixmile Lookout Trail has everything a Montana summer should.

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Open debate on trash site shows support

A new Bigfork green-box site and improved recycling options attracted broad support at a community meeting last week.

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Local grief support groups provide community for people suffering loss

Within three months of a brain cancer diagnosis, Esther Bjorklund lost her husband, Hal.

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Open debate on trash site shows support

A new Bigfork green-box site and improved recycling options attracted broad support at a community meeting last week.

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Chesnos golf scramble benefits wounded veterans

With an afternoon of golf Frank Chesnos raised over $50,000 to benefit wounded veterans.

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Chesnos golf scramble benefits wounded veterans

With an afternoon of golf Frank Chesnos raised over $50,000 to benefit wounded veterans.

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Local grief support groups provide community for people suffering loss

Within three months of a brain cancer diagnosis, Esther Bjorklund lost her husband, Hal.

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Commissioners stymie water quality project

After seven years, it looks as if the Bigfork stormwater project is likely to stay half-finished.

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Commissioners stymie water quality project

After seven years, it looks as if the Bigfork stormwater project is likely to stay half-finished.

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Even with larger building the Bigfork Food Pantry faces increasing need

Ann Tucker carried a case of peanut butter through the door of the Bigfork Food Pantry, set it down and went back outside for more.

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Even with larger building the Bigfork Food Pantry faces increasing need

Ann Tucker carried a case of peanut butter through the door of the Bigfork Food Pantry, set it down and went back outside for more.

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Bigfork guide builds a career on professional fishing

For Jason Lanier fishing isn’t just a hobby, it’s his career.

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Bigfork guide builds a career on professional fishing

For Jason Lanier fishing isn’t just a hobby, it’s his career.

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Bigfork grad studies in Oxford

The fact that’s she’s going to spend a semester at Oxford hasn’t quite set in yet.

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Bigfork grad studies in Oxford

The fact that’s she’s going to spend a semester at Oxford hasn’t quite set in yet.

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Community garden thrives in Ferndale

On a warm summer Saturday, swing by the Bigfork/Ferndale community garden, and you’ll probably find a group of people happily working away among 72 gardens.

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Community garden thrives in Ferndale

On a warm summer Saturday, swing by the Bigfork/Ferndale community garden, and you’ll probably find a group of people happily working away among 72 gardens.

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Commissioners balk at water project

Completion of the Bigfork stormwater project met another obstacle Monday.

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Commissioners balk at water project

Completion of the Bigfork stormwater project met another obstacle Monday.

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Alan Robbins is eager to work with Bigfork High School staff and students

Alan Robbins sat behind an empty desk in his new office at Bigfork High School.

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Alan Robbins is eager to work with Bigfork High School staff and students

Alan Robbins sat behind an empty desk in his new office at Bigfork High School.

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Through My Eyes: Cyclists flood Going-to-the-Sun road Saturday underneath the “supermoon”

My shoes hitting the pavement pounded out a nice rhythm, occasionally interrupted by the whizzing sound of bike spokes, or the purr of a car engine, I plodded up Going-to-the-Sun Road.

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Through My Eyes: Cyclists flood Going-to-the-Sun road Saturday underneath the “supermoon”

My shoes hitting the pavement pounded out a nice rhythm, occasionally interrupted by the whizzing sound of bike spokes, or the purr of a car engine, I plodded up Going-to-the-Sun Road.

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Bigfork's Relay for Life celebrates community spirit

Last July Billie Smith of Bigfork learned she had cancer.

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Bigfork's Relay for Life celebrates community spirit

Last July Billie Smith of Bigfork learned she had cancer.

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Bigfork Relay for Life changes it up to revitalize event

Bigfork’s Relay for Life is making some changes this year.

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Bigfork Relay for Life changes it up to revitalize event

Bigfork’s Relay for Life is making some changes this year.

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Playhouse presents comedic, relatable show

Quirky, hilarious, and relatable.

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Playhouse presents comedic, relatable show

Quirky, hilarious, and relatable.

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After community push, county seeks to develop new trash site

The Flathead County Solid Waste Board voted last week to approve building a new green box site in Bigfork.

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After community push, county seeks to develop new trash site

The Flathead County Solid Waste Board voted last week to approve building a new green box site in Bigfork.

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Kayaking instructor Anne Clark stresses the importance of practice

When Anne Clark took her first kayak class she was terrified of flipping her boat.

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Kayaking instructor Anne Clark stresses the importance of practice

When Anne Clark took her first kayak class she was terrified of flipping her boat.

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Through my eyes: First Riverbend concert of the season made memorable

There’s something magical about rain.

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Through my eyes: First Riverbend concert of the season made memorable

There’s something magical about rain.

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Great Northern Gourmet's new owners bring organic, unique food to Bigfork

Great Northern Foods has gone gourmet.

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Great Northern Gourmet's new owners bring organic, unique food to Bigfork

Great Northern Foods has gone gourmet.

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Tarzan swings into Bigfork

The Bigfork Summer Playhouse production of Tarzan is a captivating, emotional rollercoaster. And in my opinion, far more entertaining than the Disney animation based on a 1914 novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

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Tarzan swings into Bigfork

The Bigfork Summer Playhouse production of Tarzan is a captivating, emotional rollercoaster. And in my opinion, far more entertaining than the Disney animation based on a 1914 novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

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Three grizzlies bears shot in Ferndale

Zena Pirone had grown fond of watching a mother grizzly bear and her cubs periodically wander through her property in Ferndale.

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Three grizzlies bears shot in Ferndale

Zena Pirone had grown fond of watching a mother grizzly bear and her cubs periodically wander through her property in Ferndale.

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Ryan Gembala pursues career in aviation

He hovered inches off the ground, grass whipping away from the helicopter. The door to the house opened and an older couple stepped out.

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Ryan Gembala pursues career in aviation

He hovered inches off the ground, grass whipping away from the helicopter. The door to the house opened and an older couple stepped out.

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Bigfork student wins car in PAVE

Not many 15-year olds can say they’ve won a car, but Bigfork High School student Ethan Olson can.

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Bigfork student wins car in PAVE

Not many 15-year olds can say they’ve won a car, but Bigfork High School student Ethan Olson can.

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Designing a character, playhouse costume shop full of creativity

Above the windowed double door hangs a sign reading “Costume Shop.”

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Designing a character, playhouse costume shop full of creativity

Above the windowed double door hangs a sign reading “Costume Shop.”

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Sprunger-Whitney nature trail kept pristine by non-profit partnerships

The Sprunger-Whitney Nature trail got some much-needed care last week.

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Sprunger-Whitney nature trail kept pristine by non-profit partnerships

The Sprunger-Whitney Nature trail got some much-needed care last week.

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Bigfork innovators kickstart titanium straws

Malissa Kelly and Steven Kelly have spent the last six months testing straws — titanium straws that is.

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Bigfork innovators kickstart titanium straws

Malissa Kelly and Steven Kelly have spent the last six months testing straws — titanium straws that is.

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Locals get on board with plan for Wayfarers State Park

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks met with local community members May 20 to discuss proposed changes to Wayfarers State Park and the Harry Horn Day Use area.

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Locals get on board with plan for Wayfarers State Park

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks met with local community members May 20 to discuss proposed changes to Wayfarers State Park and the Harry Horn Day Use area.

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Swan River eighth graders love learning

Thirteen eighth graders graduated from Swan River School on Monday.

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Swan River eighth graders love learning

Thirteen eighth graders graduated from Swan River School on Monday.

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Bigfork herbalist teaches benefits of medicinal plants

Spring is here, plants are waking up and Swan Valley Herbs is replenishing stocks.

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Bigfork herbalist teaches benefits of medicinal plants

Spring is here, plants are waking up and Swan Valley Herbs is replenishing stocks.

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Bigfork Youth Baseball hopes to grow and build fields

The batter hit the ball straight to second.

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Bigfork Youth Baseball hopes to grow and build fields

The batter hit the ball straight to second.

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Jordt and Martel place third at state tennis

Bigfork’s tennis doubles team of Adam Jordt and Isaac Martel placed third in the State tournament last weekend.

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Jordt and Martel place third at state tennis

Bigfork’s tennis doubles team of Adam Jordt and Isaac Martel placed third in the State tournament last weekend.

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Vikings win divisional track

Twenty Bigfork High School track athletes will head to state this weekend in Butte.

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Vikings win divisional track

Twenty Bigfork High School track athletes will head to state this weekend in Butte.

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Playhouse season kicks off with You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown

I thought they should have cast me as Sally, after all, I already had the name.

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Moving Bigfork forward

David Feffer credits the idea of the Crown of the Continent Guitar Foundation to too much bourbon on a Sunday night.

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Moving Bigfork forward

David Feffer credits the idea of the Crown of the Continent Guitar Foundation to too much bourbon on a Sunday night.

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Playhouse season kicks off with You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown

I thought they should have cast me as Sally, after all, I already had the name.

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County slaps new contract on Sliter Park

The Flathead County parks board last Friday demanded that the Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork pony up $3,500 to maintain Sliter Park.

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County slaps new contract on Sliter Park

The Flathead County parks board last Friday demanded that the Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork pony up $3,500 to maintain Sliter Park.

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Montana FoodCorps teaches elementary students about nutrition

Bonita Preston’s third-grade class transformed into aliens from the planet Zog, in search of the recipe for soil.

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Montana FoodCorps teaches elementary students about nutrition

Bonita Preston’s third-grade class transformed into aliens from the planet Zog, in search of the recipe for soil.

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Local artists showcase talent at museum

Bigfork’s artistic talent is on display at the Bigfork Museum of Art and History.

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Local artists showcase talent at museum

Bigfork’s artistic talent is on display at the Bigfork Museum of Art and History.

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Taste of Bigfork 2014

Locals had a taste of Bigfork.

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Taste of Bigfork 2014

Locals had a taste of Bigfork.

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College math classes to be offered at Bigfork High School

In 2015 Bigfork students could graduate high school with 13 college credits, without ever leaving campus.

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College math classes to be offered at Bigfork High School

In 2015 Bigfork students could graduate high school with 13 college credits, without ever leaving campus.

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Volunteer park in Lakeside to expand

Volunteer Park in Lakeside is expanding.

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Volunteer park in Lakeside to expand

Volunteer Park in Lakeside is expanding.

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Area teachers passionate about their work

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Area teachers passionate about their work

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Town leaders study ways to build Bigfork

Its bones are good, but it could use a facelift.

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Town leaders study ways to build Bigfork

Its bones are good, but it could use a facelift.

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Stodghill advances to state golf tournament

Despite having home turf advantage Bigfork golfers struggled at the divisional Class B tournament Tuesday at Eagle Bend Golf Club.

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Stodghill advances to state golf tournament

Despite having home turf advantage Bigfork golfers struggled at the divisional Class B tournament Tuesday at Eagle Bend Golf Club.

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Bigfork track read to 'let loose' at district meet

After a solid showing at the Archie Roe track meet in Kalispell last Saturday assistant Bigfork track coach Wayne Loeffler is feeling good about Bigfork’s prospects at districts this weekend.

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Bigfork track read to 'let loose' at district meet

After a solid showing at the Archie Roe track meet in Kalispell last Saturday assistant Bigfork track coach Wayne Loeffler is feeling good about Bigfork’s prospects at districts this weekend.

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Girls tennis heads to divisionals

The Bigfork Valkyries high school tennis team goes to the divisional tennis tournament Ronan this weekend with three girls seeded in the top eight and both doubles teams seeded in the top four.

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Girls tennis heads to divisionals

The Bigfork Valkyries high school tennis team goes to the divisional tennis tournament Ronan this weekend with three girls seeded in the top eight and both doubles teams seeded in the top four.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Montana Spartan Sprint 2014 course designed by founder

Spartan Race founder Joe DeSena stood on top of a hill Monday, overlooking a very long barbed wire crawl and pointed out a few safety concerns to crews and volunteers building the obstacle.

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Montana Spartan Sprint 2014 course designed by founder

Spartan Race founder Joe DeSena stood on top of a hill Monday, overlooking a very long barbed wire crawl and pointed out a few safety concerns to crews and volunteers building the obstacle.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Cowabunga talent show changes hands

Performers of all ages took to the stage last weekend to sing, dance and raise money for Bigfork area schools.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Cowabunga talent show changes hands

Performers of all ages took to the stage last weekend to sing, dance and raise money for Bigfork area schools.

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Bigfork residents prep for Montana Spartan Race

After four miles and 15 obstacles Emily Callaghan was burnt out, covered in mud and exhilarated. She couldn’t wait for another Spartan race.

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Bigfork residents prep for Montana Spartan Race

After four miles and 15 obstacles Emily Callaghan was burnt out, covered in mud and exhilarated. She couldn’t wait for another Spartan race.

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Bigfork Summer Playhouse gears up for 2014 season

The Bigfork Summer Playhouse is gearing up for its 55th season.

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Bigfork Summer Playhouse gears up for 2014 season

The Bigfork Summer Playhouse is gearing up for its 55th season.

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PAVE at Bigfork High School

Amy Campbell warned the crowd she was going to cry.

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PAVE at Bigfork High School

Amy Campbell warned the crowd she was going to cry.

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Bigfork track has eyes on districts

With the district meet a little over three weeks away, the Bigfork High School track coaches are feeling the pressure.

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Bigfork track has eyes on districts

With the district meet a little over three weeks away, the Bigfork High School track coaches are feeling the pressure.

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Bigfork Tennis heads into busy week

By SALLY FINNERAN

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Bigfork Tennis heads into busy week

By SALLY FINNERAN

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Bigfork golf looks for better weather

Unpleasant weather affected the Bigfork High School golfers last Tuesday a Mission Mountain Country Club in Ronan.

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Bigfork golf looks for better weather

Unpleasant weather affected the Bigfork High School golfers last Tuesday a Mission Mountain Country Club in Ronan.

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Bigfork school board approves new special education plan

Bigfork Eagle

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Bigfork school board approves new special education plan

Bigfork Eagle

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Bigfork creative writing students produce school's first literary magazine

Junior Isaac Passwater hunched over a table, sketching an illustration for a story about falling in love with the devil.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Bigfork creative writing students produce school's first literary magazine

Junior Isaac Passwater hunched over a table, sketching an illustration for a story about falling in love with the devil.

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Veterinarians at Flathead County Animal shelter invested in animal care

Leslie Haug opens up a kennel as she scoops up a black and white cat.

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Veterinarians at Flathead County Animal shelter invested in animal care

Leslie Haug opens up a kennel as she scoops up a black and white cat.

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Fieldheads Coffee makes world-class espresso

Walk into Fieldheads Coffee Company in Creston and you can see the whole operation.

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Fieldheads Coffee makes world-class espresso

Walk into Fieldheads Coffee Company in Creston and you can see the whole operation.

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Bigfork superintendent chosen

The Bigfork Schools board of trustees named Matt Jensen as the new Bigfork superintendent of schools last week.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Bigfork superintendent chosen

The Bigfork Schools board of trustees named Matt Jensen as the new Bigfork superintendent of schools last week.

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Volunteers help drive Riverbend Concert Series at Sliter Park

As the Riverbend Concert Series gears up for its 32nd season, the volunteer team seeks new members.

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Volunteers help drive Riverbend Concert Series at Sliter Park

As the Riverbend Concert Series gears up for its 32nd season, the volunteer team seeks new members.

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Birders flock to spring arrival or birds

A caravan of cars parked along the side of a dirt road near Creston Sunday. Outside the vehicles, about 20 people stood, binoculars pressed to their faces, observing birds in the open water beyond. A constant chatter ran through the group while they conferred with one another to confirm the …

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Birders flock to spring arrival or birds

A caravan of cars parked along the side of a dirt road near Creston Sunday. Outside the vehicles, about 20 people stood, binoculars pressed to their faces, observing birds in the open water beyond. A constant chatter ran through the group while they conferred with one another to confirm the …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Bigfork Museum bridges art, local Bigfork history

Elmer Sprunger’s cartoon depictions of the lumberjack life are just one element adding extra color to “Timber!: Exploring the History and Art of the Timber Industry,” the current exhibit at the Bigfork Museum of Art and History.

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Bigfork Museum bridges art, local Bigfork history

Elmer Sprunger’s cartoon depictions of the lumberjack life are just one element adding extra color to “Timber!: Exploring the History and Art of the Timber Industry,” the current exhibit at the Bigfork Museum of Art and History.

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Bigfork coach Josh Downey is a refreshing style of coach

Josh Downey stands at the three-point line, his players positioned around the court waiting for coach to put the ball into play. Downey shoots, the players tense, ready for action.The shot sinks.

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Bigfork coach Josh Downey is a refreshing style of coach

Josh Downey stands at the three-point line, his players positioned around the court waiting for coach to put the ball into play. Downey shoots, the players tense, ready for action.The shot sinks.

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Bigfork schools studying new special-education plan

Every day is a juggling act for Karly Wisher, the special education teacher at Bigfork Elementary.

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Bigfork schools studying new special-education plan

Every day is a juggling act for Karly Wisher, the special education teacher at Bigfork Elementary.

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Bigfork finally gets a state title banner

Dr. Doug Smith knew the Bigfork Vikings were going to win.

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Bigfork finally gets a state title banner

Dr. Doug Smith knew the Bigfork Vikings were going to win.

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