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Flathead County ImagineIF Bigfork Library by Cushing Terrell
The new Flathead County ImagineIF Library in Bigfork, Montana will bring inspiration and connectivity to a rural community, serving as a bridge connecting people to resources, technology, and opportunities for lifelong education. The project is funded by the ImagineIF Library Foundation, which is also based in Bigfork. The foundation is...
Eviction timeline extended for Spring Creek residents following 'drafting error'
EVERGREEN, Mont. — Tenants at Evergreen’s Spring Creek Mobile Home Park are receiving a second eviction notice, extending the time they’re allowed to stay in the park. The new letter says the first contained a “drafting error,” which “listed the incorrect owner entity.” The 180-day timeline to leave the property has been reset for when the new documents arrive.
Flathead’s Housing Market Remains ‘Slow and Steady’
When the Federal Reserve started hiking interest rates in 2022 to bring down inflation, Flathead County’s housing market slowed, dipping from its median peak of $690,000 two years ago before flattening. In Kalispell, the median home price peaked in June 2022 at $647,500 and dropped to a low of...
The Springs expansion heads to Council with stamp of approval
The Whitefish Community Development Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of a proposed expansion at The Springs senior living community.Whitefish Facility LLC. is requesting a planned unit development to develop an additional 80 independent living units on the eastern portion of the property and a separate, 44-unit multi-family building to be located on the southwest corner of the intersection of River Lakes Parkway and Hospital Way.According to the staff report, the project includes a 10-foot wide shared-use path installed along River Lakes Parkway, circling the project and connecting with the existing shared-use path to the north and east. In addition,...
Legals for May 29, 2024
NO. 2757 PUBLIC OPPORTUNITY TO PROTEST TRANSFER OF LOCATION OF Montana All-Alcoholic Beverages with Catering Endorsement LicenseMAKE IT A DOUBLE, LLC (JOHN COSTA, Owner(s)) has applied to transfer Montana All-Alcoholic Beverages with Catering Endorsement License No. 07-901-2537-002 to be operated at MERCANTILE STEAK & KM BAR, 29 3rd St E, Kalispell, Flathead County. The public may protest this license transfer in accordance with the law. Who can protest this transfer? Protests will be accepted from residents of the county of the proposed location Flathead County, residents of adjoining Montana counties, and residents of adjoining counties in another state if the...
Whitefish pays tribute on Memorial Day
Whitefish's Lion Mountain VFW Post 276 held its annual Memorial Day celebrations on Monday, May 27, 2024. The wreath dropping ceremony took place at the Veterans' Bridge and a touching service was held at the Whitefish Cemetery. The Whitefish High School band played several tunes and the VFW hosted a free community bar-b-que in the afternoon. The Lion Mountain VFW Post 276 held its annual Memorial Day celebration in Whitefish on Monday, May 27, 2024. (Julie Engler/Whitefish Pilot) The Lion Mountain VFW Post 276 held its annual Memorial Day celebration in Whitefish on Monday, May 27, 2024. (Julie Engler/Whitefish Pilot) ...
Walk N' Roll Whitefish
Connect Whitefish is kicking off a summer long campaign to walk, bike, or roll to downtown Whitefish. The community benefits of human powered transportation are many including less traffic congestion, stronger sense of community, safer streets, and healthier habits. All of these are great reasons to ditch the car and Walk N Roll your way to downtown Whitefish.The campaign kicks off with a block party on Central Avenue on Tuesday, June 4. Bike, walk or roll down to Central Avenue to learn about bike safety, adaptive recreation, health benefits of human powered transportation, local trails, and bike commuting from 5:00...
City Council preview for June 3, 2024
Whitefish City Council meets on Monday, June 3, beginning at 7:10 p.m. at City Hall.Council meetings are also available for participation remotely through Microsoft Teams. The work sessions are also available for remote participation. For more information, visit the city’s website at www.cityofwhitefish.org or call 863-2400.Individuals are encouraged to provide written public comment to the City Clerk, Michelle Howke at mhowke@cityofwhitefish.org or deliver by 4 p.m. on June 3, at City Hall in the Utility Drop Box.Items on the agenda, subject to change:-An ordinance approving a planned unit development for The Springs expansion.-A resolution indicating the intent to adopt a map amendment by Whitetail Ridge Holding.-An ordinance rezoning a lot on Flathead Avenue.-Consideration of a request from Whitetail Ridge Holding for a preliminary plat to develop 34 acres on Flathead Avenue.-Other matters that may arise between May 29 and June 3.
Safe streets for all taking action with events next week
There will be two opportunities to engage with the city of Whitefish’s Safe Streets for All Action Plan next week: Walk n’ Roll on Tuesday, June 4, and a city open house on Wednesday, June 5. The Safe Streets Plan focuses on improving transportation safety for all roadway users in the Whitefish community, but especially for walking, biking and rolling and is funded by a $160,000 federal grant. “Community input is very important to help us do that,” said Whitefish Engineering and Sustainability Project Manager Karin Hilding.The public is encouraged to participate and share concerns, thoughts and ideas to help guide...
May 29 letters to the editor: Blackfoot Clearwater stewardship
Support Blackfoot Clearwater Stewardship ActPublic lands in the Blackfoot Clearwater area surrounding the Seeley Swan area feature diverse ecosystems, vital watersheds, and abundant wildlife. They are loved by outdoor enthusiasts and a major economic contributor to the local area and to Montana. The Blackfoot Clearwater Stewardship Act (BCSA) provides a comprehensive plan that will safeguard this landscape for present and future Montanans.The BCSA will increase Wilderness, protect the Blackfoot and Clearwater Rivers, and promote sustainable recreation. The act has been years in the making and combines conservation and community needs. It ensures that future development will benefit local communities, steward...
Local Government Audit to Appear on Primary Ballot
Flathead voters next week will have the opportunity to approve a government audit for Flathead County, as well as the cities of Kalispell, Whitefish and Columbia Falls. If passed, the audit will allow local governments to review the functions and structures of their government and make recommendations to help better serve constituents.
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