Friday, June 30
Northshore Woods on hold after heated BLUAC meeting
More than 150 concerned citizens were left with more questions than answers Thursday afternoon as the proposed Northshore Woods housing development in Bigfork was pulled from consideration at the monthly meeting of the Bigfork Land Use Advisory Committee (BLUAC) at the request of the developer.
Wednesday, June 21
BRIEFS
Happenings in and around Bigfork
BLUAC to review proposed 105-acre housing development
The Bigfork Land Use Advisory Committee (BLUAC) will be taking a look at the proposed 105-acre Northshore Woods housing development as they meet downstairs at Bethany Lutheran Church at 4 p.m. June 29.
Riverbend Concert Series back for 41st consecutive season
The Riverbend Concert Series in Bigfork is back for its 41st consecutive year in 2023 for a summer filled with local musical acts.
Wilderness foundation seeking volunteers for summer projects
The Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation is getting ready for another adventure-packed season in the Bob, with more than 60 projects heading into the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex between June and September - the group’s most planned trips in a season ever.
Town prepares for its annual 4th of July celebration
Bigfork knows how to throw a party and when it is our country’s birthday, Bigfork really knows how to celebrate.
Deep Dive into FLBS: Swimmer’s Itch is a fluke
Here in Montana, itchy skin has always been an unavoidable consequence when enjoying the great outdoors. From peeling sunburns to mosquito bites, many of the inflamed epidermal threats we experience are widely known and well understood by local residents and out-of-state visitors alike.
Wednesday, June 14
Food, fitness and faith: Bethany Lutheran Pastor Shawn Osborne leading exciting new programs
Bethany Lutheran Pastor Shawn Osborne is taking care of his flock, body and soul. Since May 10, the church has been offering free community meals every Wednesday and Osborne will soon be offering his “Mission Ready” workout training program for the third year.
‘If they want it, they'll buy it’ Eva Gates and one bumper crop of strawberries
Many of us, okay maybe just me, have driven by that beautiful open meadow and rustic, original looking log cabin along Bigfork Stage Road and wondered, how long has that been here? I wonder what the story is?
Kurt Steele steps down as Flathead Forest supervisor
Kurt Steele is leaving his position as supervisor of the Flathead National Forest for a post at the federal agency’s regional office in Missoula, U.S. Forest Service officials confirmed Monday.
Funding approved for next round of amenities at Somers Beach State Park
The State Parks and Recreation Board voted unanimously Tuesday to release the remainder of the $2 million available for the further development of Somers Beach State Park, which opened last year.
Tuesday, June 13
Going-to-the-Sun Road opens for the season to vehicles
Glacier National Park's Going-to-the-Sun Road officially opened Tuesday morning for the 2023 summer season.
Thursday, June 8
Bigfork’s Tess Megill earns back-to-back state rodeo titles
Not all of Bigfork’s state titles came from the Vikes and Vals this season.
Bigfork High says goodbye to Class of 2023
Bigfork High School senior class stepped onto campus as students for the last time Saturday as the school hosted this year’s Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2023.
New community trail system under construction
Just to the northeast of Bigfork, on Swan Hill, lies an undeveloped tract of land with some big history and big plans for the community.
New State Farm agent brings love of small towns to Bigfork
Katie Hicks is bringing her love of small towns to her new State Farm Insurance agency.
Helping keep visitors safe and bears wild
Montana has become one of the most desirable places to visit and recreate in the country. With so many ways to book vacation rentals, including VRBO, Air BnB, Hipcamp, and others, it’s easy to find and to offer a place to stay. But numerous visitors can present both benefits and challenges. Vacation rentals have become an important contributor to local economies, partially because of our natural surroundings and abundant wildlife.
Jill Watkins, 91
Jill Watkins, 91
