Stories for October 2016

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Wednesday, October 26

Delbert Erven Brown, 87
October 26, 2016 10:08 a.m.

Delbert Erven Brown, 87

Delbert Erven Brown, 87, was born Nov. 1, 1928, to Harry and Della Brown in Gurley, Nebraska.

Friday, October 21

Harry W. Menkens, 94
October 21, 2016 10:22 a.m.

Harry W. Menkens, 94

Harry W. Menkens, 94, passed away the evening of Oct. 12, 2016, at Lake View Care Center in Bigfork.

October 21, 2016 10:21 a.m.

Man found guilty in Echo Lake murder trial

A jury found Robert Matthew Wittal, 29, of Kalispell, guilty of deliberate homicide on Thursday for the May 26 stabbing death of 35-year-old Wade Rautio.

October 21, 2016 10:19 a.m.

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We need to re-elect Pam Holmquist, the Republican candidate for Flathead County commissioner. There is no question were Pam stands on the issues: less government, fewer regulations and protecting private property rights. She is a strong supporter of our freedoms and especially our Second Amendment rights. Pam is a proud member of the NRA.

October 21, 2016 10:19 a.m.

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We need to re-elect Pam Holmquist, the Republican candidate for Flathead County commissioner. There is no question were Pam stands on the issues: less government, fewer regulations and protecting private property rights. She is a strong supporter of our freedoms and especially our Second Amendment rights. Pam is a proud member of the NRA.

October 21, 2016 10:19 a.m.

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We need to re-elect Pam Holmquist, the Republican candidate for Flathead County commissioner. There is no question were Pam stands on the issues: less government, fewer regulations and protecting private property rights. She is a strong supporter of our freedoms and especially our Second Amendment rights. Pam is a proud member of the NRA.

October 21, 2016 2 a.m.

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This is not in the current subject of politics and the election. But I want everyone to read this and take it to heart.

October 21, 2016 2 a.m.

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This is not in the current subject of politics and the election. But I want everyone to read this and take it to heart.

October 21, 2016 2 a.m.

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This is not in the current subject of politics and the election. But I want everyone to read this and take it to heart.

Thursday, October 20

October 20, 2016 10:08 a.m.

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During this contentious election cycle it seems appropriate to recall the words of H.L. Mencken published in the July 20, 1926, issue of the Baltimore Evening Sun:

October 20, 2016 10:08 a.m.

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During this contentious election cycle it seems appropriate to recall the words of H.L. Mencken published in the July 20, 1926, issue of the Baltimore Evening Sun:

October 20, 2016 10:08 a.m.

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During this contentious election cycle it seems appropriate to recall the words of H.L. Mencken published in the July 20, 1926, issue of the Baltimore Evening Sun:

October 20, 2016 10:08 a.m.

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We in Flathead County welcome thousands of tourists every summer as they vacation in or near Glacier National Park, contributing to our local economy while thrilling to natural beauty. Significant numbers of workers in the service trades: cashiers, cooks, food servers, housekeepers, janitors, and others, make that possible.

October 20, 2016 10:08 a.m.

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We in Flathead County welcome thousands of tourists every summer as they vacation in or near Glacier National Park, contributing to our local economy while thrilling to natural beauty. Significant numbers of workers in the service trades: cashiers, cooks, food servers, housekeepers, janitors, and others, make that possible.

October 20, 2016 10:08 a.m.

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We in Flathead County welcome thousands of tourists every summer as they vacation in or near Glacier National Park, contributing to our local economy while thrilling to natural beauty. Significant numbers of workers in the service trades: cashiers, cooks, food servers, housekeepers, janitors, and others, make that possible.

October 20, 2016 10:07 a.m.

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Breckenridge for U.S. Congress

October 20, 2016 10:07 a.m.

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Breckenridge for U.S. Congress

October 20, 2016 10:07 a.m.

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Breckenridge for U.S. Congress

Monday, October 17

October 17, 2016 12:26 p.m.

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Bullock has vetoed tax simplification twice!

October 17, 2016 12:26 p.m.

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Bullock has vetoed tax simplification twice!

October 17, 2016 12:26 p.m.

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Bullock has vetoed tax simplification twice!

October 17, 2016 12:23 p.m.

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Melissa Romano for SPI

October 17, 2016 12:23 p.m.

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Melissa Romano for SPI

October 17, 2016 12:23 p.m.

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Melissa Romano for SPI

Friday, October 14

October 14, 2016 11:27 a.m.

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In this period of divisiveness, uncertainty and fear, the Bigfork Community Players will be opening their theater season with comedy.

October 14, 2016 11:27 a.m.

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In this period of divisiveness, uncertainty and fear, the Bigfork Community Players will be opening their theater season with comedy.

October 14, 2016 11:17 a.m.

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When Steve Shapero thinks of Western movies, images of iconic heroes come to mind: John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Yul Bryner. Shapero considers himself a film aficionado, and he misses seeing the classic films on the big screen. So this year, with a focus on Westerns, he is bringing a variety of films to the big screen at the first Bigfork Film Festival.

October 14, 2016 11:17 a.m.

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When Steve Shapero thinks of Western movies, images of iconic heroes come to mind: John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Yul Bryner. Shapero considers himself a film aficionado, and he misses seeing the classic films on the big screen. So this year, with a focus on Westerns, he is bringing a variety of films to the big screen at the first Bigfork Film Festival.

October 14, 2016 11:17 a.m.

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When Steve Shapero thinks of Western movies, images of iconic heroes come to mind: John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Yul Bryner. Shapero considers himself a film aficionado, and he misses seeing the classic films on the big screen. So this year, with a focus on Westerns, he is bringing a variety of films to the big screen at the first Bigfork Film Festival.

October 14, 2016 11:17 a.m.

Western film festival coming to Bigfork

When Bigfork’s Steve Shapero thinks of iconic Western movies, vivid images of western heroes come to mind: John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Yul Bryner. Shapero considers himself a film aficionado, and he misses seeing the classic films on the big screen. So this year, with a focus on Westerns, he is bringing a variety of films to the big screen at the first Bigfork Film Festival.

Friday, October 7

October 7, 2016 midnight

Bigfork throttles Libby, stays unbeaten

BIGFORK — Matt Farrier scored four touchdowns and Augie Emslie passed for three more, two to Logan Taylor, as Bigfork blasted Libby 48-6 in a District 7B contest on Friday night.

Thursday, October 6

October 6, 2016 10:58 p.m.

Whitefish JV edge Stillwater; Bigfork blanked in Missoula

WHITEFISH — A goal by Bella Wilson in the 43rd minute was enough to lift the Whitefish JV to a 1-0 victory over Stillwater Christian School (2-5-1) in a nonconference girls soccer match at Smith Fields on Thursday.

Saturday, October 1

October 1, 2016 11:04 p.m.

Valkyries fend off Trojans

BIGFORK — Bigfork won huge in game one, then recovered after dropping the second game to finish off Troy 25-8, 23-25, 25-18, 25-13 and pick up a District 7B volleyball win on Saturday.