Wednesday, July 29
Bigfork businesses react to mask directive
Laura Hodge dons a colorful cloth face mask as she makes her way through the sparsely-occupied gallery at the Bigfork Art and Cultural Center.
Bowman Orchards celebrates 100 years in the cherry business
For five generations, the Bowman name has been synonymous with cherries on Flathead Lake’s east shore.
County eyes Methodist church for interim senior facility
As Flathead County continues the process of determining the best option for a future new home for the Bigfork Community Center, the Community United Methodist Church in Bigfork is being considered as a temporary location for the center.
Festival of the Arts to be held in new format
The 42nd annual Bigfork Festival of the Arts will be held this weekend with several alterations to the traditional format.
Survey shows families supportive of going back to class
The vast majority of parents of Bigfork students are in favor of returning to in-person classes this fall, according to a survey conducted by Bigfork Schools.
Bank reopens after ‘deep cleaning’
Glacier Bank customers in Bigfork will likely be relieved to know the bank’s drive-thru reopened Monday after the location closed completely for about a week.
ACES adjusts for COVID-19 while seeking new home
Much like everyone else, the staff and children at the ACES After School Program in Bigfork have been adjusting to change this summer.
Tuesday, July 28
Bigfork man dies after vehicle hits tree
Geremy Madsen, 51, of Bigfork died after his car hit a tree near Ferndale on Saturday.
Wednesday, July 22
Ringing in 100
Harriet Dent turned 100 years old last Tuesday and celebrated her birthday with a drive-by parade.
Down to Business: To mask or not to mask?
On July 15, Gov. Steve Bullock issued a directive requiring masks in most indoor spaces and for certain organized outdoor activities. I cannot say I was surprised.
National Forest staff blaze a trail for Bigfork schoolchildren
Last week, Flathead National Forest staff from the Swan Lake Ranger District Office completed a loop trail leading from the Crestview Subdivision north of town to the intersection of Montana 35 and Holt Drive.
Rotaract of Bigfork launches with focus on service projects
Doing good does you good and with the launch of Rotaract of Bigfork, locals will have another avenue to reap the rewards of community service.
Public, businesses asked to do part to follow governor’s face mask directive
Local health officials are asking the public and businesses to do their part to adhere to Gov. Steve Bullock’s mandate on wearing masks.
My Glacier Village helps seniors age in place
Getting older doesn’t have to mean leaving home.
Wakeboard Academy teaches people how to shred on water
What started in high school as a way to earn some summer cash on the lake continues to be a thriving business for Bigfork’s Drew Hollinger and his Flathead Wakeboard Academy.
Monday, July 20
Kalispell woman dies in three-vehicle collision
An 80-year-old Kalispell woman died in a three-vehicle collision Saturday on Montana 82 and Sportsman’s Bridge near Bigfork.
Friday, July 17
Motorcyclist dies in collision with deer
A Bigfork man died in a motorcycle crash Thursday night when he collided with a deer near Woods Bay.
State directive mandates face coverings
HELENA — Montana Gov. Steve Bullock issued a directive Wednesday requiring face coverings at indoor public spaces and at larger outdoor gatherings in counties where four or more people are known to be infected with COVID-19.
Local landmark Burgertown celebrates 50 years
It’s long been said that good things come in small packages — and that saying rings especially true when it comes to the much-beloved summertime eatery, Burgertown. Steaming-hot burgers in little white bags come out of a kitchen with just three feet of cooktop space, barely large enough to accommodate two people. Burgertown itself is of humble origins — the restaurant began as a small shack without the indoor dining space or decking it has today. Over the years, the restaurant has evolved and grown into the local icon it is today.
Teen with heart condition has ride of his life
Local teen transported to Denver on Angel Flight for heart surgery
Outlook good for late July cherry harvest
The Flathead Valley has contended with some unfavorable weather throughout the spring and summer, but conditions reportedly are looking good for Flathead cherries.
‘Sister Act’ musical opens at Bigfork Summer Playhouse this weekend
The Bigfork Summer Playhouse opens its next Broadway hit, “Sister Act,” Saturday, July 18.
Back to school: Students to return to campus this fall
Bigfork students will be returning to the classroom this fall, according to plans approved June 29 by the district’s Board of Trustees.
Deep Dive into the Flathead Lake Bio Station with Ian Withrow
Treating lake water is a fine balance
Wednesday, July 8
Despite rainy June, dry summer could dictate fire season
Forecasts predict a hot and dry summer in Northwest Montana despite rainy weather last month.
Swan Valley program seeks to limit human-bear conflicts
Living in northwest Montana means living around bears, but one local group is working to help prevent the kinds of human-bear conflicts that have led to problems in the past.
Free COVID-19 testing site busy on opening day
More than 120 people had free coronavirus tests last Tuesday in Bigfork.
The show goes on at Bigfork Summer Playhouse
The Bigfork Summer Playhouse has made a number of changes to continue operating during the coronavirus pandemic.
ImagineIF Libraries adds new services
ImagineIF Libraries is unveiling several new solutions designed to meet the community’s needs for free access to information and to keep people connected.
PHOTOS: Bigfork Fourth of July Parade
Hundreds of people lined the sides of Montana 209 in Ferndale for the Bigfork Fourth of July Parade.
PHOTOS: Bigfork Summer Rodeo
Cowboys and cowgirls put on quite a show at the Bigfork Summer Pro Rodeo last weekend.
Roll it Forward program provides free sweet treats
Everyone needs a little pick-me-up once in a while.
Thursday, July 2
Bigfork Fourth of July Parade relocates to Montana 209 under new organizer
Bigfork’s celebration of American independence will look a little different this year. Instead of coursing through downtown, the parade will progress along Montana 209 in Ferndale beginning at noon on Saturday.
Wednesday, July 1
Differently-abled athletes get creative with water sports
A storm was boiling off in the distance, but the adaptive athletes weren’t ready to come off the water yet. Sixteen-year-old Devin McLane bobbed in the water atop a wakesurf board as Jim von Normann maneuvered the vessel into position.
Nonprofit hopes to bring clean water to African village
Bigfork locals and Catholic priest partner to bring clean water to Tanzanian village.
Supreme Court lifts ban on state aid to religious schooling
The Supreme Court on Tuesday made it easier for religious schools to obtain public funds, upholding a Montana scholarship program that allows state tax credits for private schooling.
Bigfork to offer free COVID-19 testing
A free coronavirus testing clinic is now open to serve people in the Bigfork area on Tuesdays from 1-6 p.m.
Ranger Springs camp-retreat center moves forward
After lengthy discussion and review by multiple boards, the Flathead County Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit for Ranger Springs to operate a camp/retreat center on a farm located along Montana 35 in Bigfork.
