whitefish: Flathead Weekly Update: November 6, 2009 - 11/06/09 07:11 AM
     Election results are in: changing of the guard in both Kalispell and Whitefish. Kalispell has a new mayor, 33 yr old Tammi Fisher, a local attorney. Some change in the personnel on Kalispell City Councel as well. Whitefish put in new council members. It will be interesting once everyone is … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Weekly Update: October 15, 2009 - 10/16/09 03:58 PM
Sailboat came out of Flathead Lake today for the winter. The lake gets drawn down in preparation for next Spring's snow melt, so the 30' boat is lifted out and put on blocks for the winter. Always a little sad to see another sailing season pass, but looking forward to skiing!!
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whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: August 19, 2009 - 08/19/09 06:47 AM
    Why did I want to type in July instead of August for the date of this blog? Is it because summer is flying by and I want a do over on the last month?
    We have had some cold and rainy weather in the last week but supposed to … (1 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Weekly Update: July 31, 2009 - 07/31/09 06:01 PM
The end of another month of wonderful summer weather and fun has come to a close.
Alpinetheaterproject.org just closed up the hysterical play, Spelling Bee. Great fun! Waiting for the big musical to open in a couple of weeks. Check out their web site for details.
2 of our favorite actors … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: July 19, 2009 - 07/19/09 09:52 PM
  Activities in the sun: Horse ride to Stanton Lake (16 miles east of W. Glacier) see photo below. Sailing on Sunday on Flathead Lake. Awesome steady wind. Fun day with friends and clients.
Coming this week: Spelling Bee - Alpine Theater Project
     Art in the Park - Kalispell
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whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: July 15, 2009 - 07/15/09 06:00 AM
Summer weather is returning today after 2 days of badly needed rain. Hopefully that dose of moisture will keep the forest fires at bay this year.
Hiking in Glacier National Park: We did the Apgar Lookout trail on Sunday. Felt like quite an accomplishment! 2.8 miles of 1900' elevation gain. Awesome … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: July 2, 2009 - 07/02/09 08:05 PM
So, summer is now in high gear with the big 4th of July weekend upon us.
Kalispell: Start of Thursday Fest - downtown street shut down for music, food and gallery openings
              Farmer's market in the mall parking lot each Saturday morning - great to start with a                     panini breakfast … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Weekly Update: June 23, 2009 - 06/23/09 06:39 AM
Big News: 2 grocery store openings in 1 week! If you don't live in our valley, this is indeed big news. Safeway in Whitefish has been closed since last September to do a huge remodel and expansion. I visited the store yesterday. The highlight for me was the fresh fish section. … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: June 5, 2009 - 06/05/09 05:03 PM
When visiting NW Montana this summer or just looking for something to do:
Favorite restaurants: Kalispell - Capers on Main Street
                              Whitefish - Kandahar on Big Mountain
                              West Glacier - Belton Chalet
Favorite Glacier National Park location: Many Glacier
Favorite Summer Theater: Alpine Theater Project in Whitefish, Broadway caliber … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Weekly Update: May 27, 2009 - 05/27/09 06:24 AM
     Whitefish Farmer's Market: a not to be missed Tuesday night event in the summer! Live jazz, good food, vendors of everything to make the evening fun. A great atmosphere to shop in and just enjoy a warm summer eveing. Afterwards, we had dinner at Latitude 48 - wonderful.
     2 … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: April 12, 2009 - 04/12/09 02:58 PM
    Happy Easter everyone! After attending church in Whitefish with friends, went to brunch at the Grouse Mountain Lodge, awesome! Surprised to see snow on the golf course still that the lodge sits on.
   Weekend ranch happenings: horse riding, greenhouse growing, bee hives put together and painted, inventory of fences … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: February 6, 2009 - 02/06/09 10:41 AM
     Winter has been anyone's guess this year. Alternating unusual cold with big snows, then unusally warm. At least Big Mtn is still getting some new snow. Whitefish winter carnival is this weekend with the penguin plunge into Whitefish Lake on Saturday. Have a friend participating to raise money for the … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: January 1, 2009 - 01/01/09 10:34 AM
     Downhill, x-country, First Night Flathead
 
Went up to the Whitefish Mountain Resort on Tuesday with MANY others. Really nice day with new snow. Warm, and the sun even made an appearance. Noticed many tourists in the lift line by their conversation. Also noticed what were wide skis when I … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update: December 28, 2008 - 12/28/08 09:31 PM
     Christmas 2008 is past and New Year 2009 is on it's way. We have seen a LOT of snow in the last few days, yeah!!  I went cross country skiing at the Whitefish Golf Course Friday. The trails were freshly groomed, it was lightly snowing, and I warmed up quickly. … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update for December 10, 2008 - 12/10/08 11:17 AM
    Finally! Snow has fallen on the Whitefish Mountain Resort with more promised this week. 2 runs are open on the backside of the mountain. Got a dusting in the valley last night that looks very Christmas like.
    City of Kalispell is working on a possible parking garage downtown. That … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Weekly Update: December 1, 2008 - 12/01/08 08:31 PM
Where's the snow??? Big Mountain has a dusting at the summit and the valley has seen some flakes but where is all the white stuff? We are supposed to see some fall tomorrow but when oh when will ski season start this year is anyone's guess.
Being from Seattle, snow was … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update for November 14, 2008 - 11/14/08 07:59 AM
     Whitefish has hired a new City Manager. He comes from Colorado. Kalispell has started the search for a new manager.
     We have had a couple of very cold mornings and this is one of them. Cold this time of year is between 20-30 degrees. It is funny how the … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley Update for November 7, 2008 - 11/07/08 05:13 AM
   The elections are finally over! Montana re-elected the Democratic governor, Flathead County Commissioner race is decided with former Sheriff Dupont being the new Commissioner and many state and federal decisions were made. It is a challenging time to be a politician and I can only hope that those elected are … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley update September 12, 2008 - 09/12/08 09:18 AM
    Weather couldn't be better! Covering tomatoes at night but clear sunny and warm days. Winter may be around the corner but we are enjoying every bit of outdoor activities we can squeeze in.
    I showed my Swan Hill Drive listing in Bigfork yesterday, incredible day to enjoy the views … (0 comments)

whitefish: Flathead Valley update August 5, 2008 - 08/05/08 07:22 AM
    The City of Whitefish had their third strike against the city keeping control of the "donut" area within 2 miles of the city limits. The courts again sided with Flathead County. The city is pursuing the matter in the higher courts.
    I am including a photo I took last … (0 comments)

 
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