MISSOULA – The first time Arthur Schlesinger Jr. asked former presidential candidate George McGovern to take part in a series of books about American presidents, McGovern said no.
He was simply too busy with a little project — feeding every impoverished child in the world a decent meal each day.
Later, though, Schlesinger called back and asked again. By this time, the program McGovern helped establish with former Sen. Bob Dole, R-Kan., was well under way. Today, 22 million children are being fed by the program.
Dispatches
An Ideal Fourth for Every Taste
Sailing on Flathead Lake. Lido Vizzutti/Flathead Beacon
Some Fourth of July activities are obvious: The classic celebrations like fireworks, community fairs and parades are in abundance in almost every American town, including the Flathead (Find a full listing of these on our “Events” page).
But there are less traditional, and uniquely local, ways to celebrate the Fourth as well. In this section, we aim to highlight some Flathead excursions that we think hold promise for an especially memorable day – whether you’re looking for the valley’s best party spot or family-friendly activities.
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But there are less traditional, and uniquely local, ways to celebrate the Fourth as well. In this section, we aim to highlight some Flathead excursions that we think hold promise for an especially memorable day – whether you’re looking for the valley’s best party spot or family-friendly activities.
Cookout
A Four-Course Fourth
Berry Pizza - Lido Vizzutti/Flathead Beacon
The Fourth of July cookout is as much a part of this American holiday as fireworks or parades. Every year, Americans gather with friends and families for backyard barbecues, often indulging in traditional fare like apple pie, burgers and hot dogs. Just how much do we eat? The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (yes, that’s a real group) expects Americans to consume 150 million hot dogs on the Fourth – one frankfurter for every two people.
The Beacon, however, has some new ideas to spice up your holiday spread. We’ve raided “Kitchen Guy” Jim Gray’s stash of recipes to bring you a selection of dishes sure to please.
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The Beacon, however, has some new ideas to spice up your holiday spread. We’ve raided “Kitchen Guy” Jim Gray’s stash of recipes to bring you a selection of dishes sure to please.
Tournament to be held in August at Grouse Mountain
Ultimate Frisbee Spins Into the Valley
Paul Archie, right, begins his "kick off" to the other team while playing Ultimate in Whitefish. - Lido Vizzutti/Flathead Beacon
Clad in cleats, the offense and defense faced each other on opposite ends of the green, rectangular field. They started toward one another, first jogging, then breaking into a sprint. Scot Blair wound one arm back, bent to his knee and sent the white disc spinning as the opposing team reeled their heads back and watched it fly. As the Frisbee curved back down toward the offense, Fred VanHorn picked up speed and slapped both hands around it for an interception.
At Grouse Mountain fields on a Wednesday night in Whitefish, it was clear that pick-up Ultimate Frisbee had landed in the Flathead Valley.
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At Grouse Mountain fields on a Wednesday night in Whitefish, it was clear that pick-up Ultimate Frisbee had landed in the Flathead Valley.
Fourth of July takes a toll on man’s best friend
Dogs and Fireworks: A Dangerous Mix
Dixon, a Labrador, gets a chin rub from Aurora Paulsen, administrative assistant and volunteer coordinator, at the main entrance to the Flathead County Animal Shelter. - Lido Vizzutti/Flathead Beacon
Roman candles, poppers, rockets and missiles. To most, the Fourth of July finale is a feast of color and sound.
Unfortunately, for our canine friends, it is a time of sheer terror.
“They can just go to pieces,” said Barbara Calm, a veterinarian with Calm Animal Care Veterinary Clinic in Kila. “It’s a rough season for sensitive dogs.”
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Unfortunately, for our canine friends, it is a time of sheer terror.
“They can just go to pieces,” said Barbara Calm, a veterinarian with Calm Animal Care Veterinary Clinic in Kila. “It’s a rough season for sensitive dogs.”
After city council upholds law, problems persist
Skateboarders, Police at Odds Over Helmet Crackdown
File photo by Lido Vizzutti/Flathead Beacon
Hanging on a rack at the Spirit Skate Shop in Kalispell are a bunch of T-shirts for sale that read: “The KPD can take my skateboard, but they can’t take my spirit.”
“KPD” refers to the Kalispell Police Department, and the T-shirts, according to Spirit Skate Shop’s owner, Mark DeLorme, are a response to the recent crackdown by authorities against skateboarders at the Woodland Skate Park. In June alone, DeLorme estimates the police have confiscated roughly 30 skateboards from skaters failing to wear helmets in the park, or violating city ordinance in some other way.
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“KPD” refers to the Kalispell Police Department, and the T-shirts, according to Spirit Skate Shop’s owner, Mark DeLorme, are a response to the recent crackdown by authorities against skateboarders at the Woodland Skate Park. In June alone, DeLorme estimates the police have confiscated roughly 30 skateboards from skaters failing to wear helmets in the park, or violating city ordinance in some other way.
Safeway re-opens in Whitefish, new Super 1 in Kalispell
Grocery Stores Bring in 240 Jobs in One Week
Top: Super 1 Foods in Kalispell. Bottom: Safeway in Whitefish.
For so long, the Tidyman’s building sat abandoned. But last week, with the opening of Super 1 Foods, it sprung back to life. And judging by the long lines, locals were ready for a new grocery store in downtown Kalispell. The 115 jobs are nice too.
Less than a week before Super 1’s grand opening, Safeway in Whitefish opened its doors following a 10-month remodel period. The store provided 125 jobs, 92 of which were new while the remaining 33 were previous employees.
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Less than a week before Super 1’s grand opening, Safeway in Whitefish opened its doors following a 10-month remodel period. The store provided 125 jobs, 92 of which were new while the remaining 33 were previous employees.
Youth With a Mission Lakeside
A New Mission at Lakeside Base
Audio engineer Wells Dycus, left, works with musician Allison Stayer on her project in the Youth With a Mission recording studio in Lakeside. - Lido Vizzutti/Flathead Beacon
LAKESIDE – With its mission over, the U.S. Air Force radar facility above the quiet community of Lakeside sat abandoned and lonely for several years, a virtual ghost town of the Cold War. Then, as Ron Brewster sees it, God found a new mission for the base.
“When the purpose for the facility ceased to exist, YWAM was able to buy it on auction and bring it new life,” Brewster said. “We have a mission still – just a different one.”
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“When the purpose for the facility ceased to exist, YWAM was able to buy it on auction and bring it new life,” Brewster said. “We have a mission still – just a different one.”
