http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/ The Flathead Beacon is a weekly print and daily online news source serving Western Montana's Flathead Valley. en webmaster@flatheadbeacon.com Copyright 2009 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:48:47 MDT Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:48:47 MDT Kellyn Brown http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/road_no_longer_a_mirage/13953/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/road_no_longer_a_mirage/13953/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:48:47 MDT In January, I posed a question on flatheadbeacon.com asking when the U.S. Highway 93 Bypass would be finished. Of the 127 readers who responded to the unscientific poll, 53 percent of them said “never.” And who could blame them? The idea of building a highway to circumvent downtown Kalispell had been discussed for decades. Then, in March, we published a story on how, even with federal stimulus funds being thrown around (seemingly everywhere), the bypass was still a long way off because the Montana Department of Transportation had secured right-of-way designations for just 155 (or 57 percent)… Associated Press http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/about_50_wolves_killed_in_montana_hunt_so_far/14032/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/about_50_wolves_killed_in_montana_hunt_so_far/14032/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:42:17 MDT GREAT FALLS – About 50 wolves have been taken so far in Montana's wolf hunting season. Carolyn Sime, wolf coordinator for Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, says the state may reach its quota of 75 by the time the season ends Nov. 29. Aliza Rath http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/wrap_facts/14014/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/wrap_facts/14014/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:28:37 MDT Are you looking for a party dress to get you through the season? Well you should try a wrap dress. The wrap dress is the most figure flattering fit on any body type and I mean every body type, whether you are an hourglass, an apple, a pear, or a ruler, this dress works for everyone. First we should talk about the neckline of the dress. A V-neck is flattering because it draws attention up toward the face and away from any “unpleasant” areas. Secondly, the fittest part of the dress… Ellen Simpson http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/biomass_power_key_to_future_of_energy/13951/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/biomass_power_key_to_future_of_energy/13951/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:04:19 MDT There is a move across the country to encourage renewable electrical power and several bills are moving through Congress mandating its usage. While many loudly shout about the positive use of alternative and renewable energy along with the need for America to be independent of foreign oil, they also do all they can to roadblock using wood to create biomass power. The opposition puzzles me and at some point those folks need a serious rethinking of what biomass power means to the future of Montana and the nation’s energy supply. Myers Reece http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/on_tap_mission_mountain_wood_band_film_and_womens_expo/14026/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/on_tap_mission_mountain_wood_band_film_and_womens_expo/14026/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:22:29 MDT Live Music: Friday: Andre Floyd at Montana Coffee Traders; John Floridis at Blue Canyon; Russ Nasset at Great Northern; Dangerous at Los Corporales; J Wall vs. Andu at Craggy Range; Mobile Beat DJ at Red’s Saturday: John Floridis at the Lodge; Open Mic Jam Night at Ricciardi’s; Heck Yeah! Resident DJ Keishie at Craggy Range; Russ Nasset at Great Northern; Mobile Beat DJ at Red’s Art and Events: Friday: Mission Mountain Wood Band documentary at Glacier High School; Cross Valley Revolution Christian Seminar at Majestic Valley Arena; A Montana Christmas Extravaganza at Little… Beacon Staff http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/the_wine_spy_jean_manciat_macon_charnay_chardonnay_2008/14008/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/the_wine_spy_jean_manciat_macon_charnay_chardonnay_2008/14008/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:21:24 MDT As a Chardonnay lover, my expert contact in the wine business suggested I try a French version. The French typically do not use oak barrels, therefore their Chardonnay’s typically have little or no oak taste. I was a touch skeptical, but upon comparing a moderately oaked version from Napa against a French version with a hint of oak, the smooth, clean finish has me sold on a great new region from which to enjoy wine. Associated Press http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/montana_democratic_party_gets_new_director/14025/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/montana_democratic_party_gets_new_director/14025/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:01:10 MDT HELENA – The Montana Democratic Party has a new executive director. David Benson, a veteran of political campaigns in South Dakota and Minnesota, took over the job in mid-October. He replaces Art Noonan, who resigned last summer. Editor http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/could_congressman_denny_rehberg_beat_incumbent_sen._jon_tester_in_2012/14024/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/could_congressman_denny_rehberg_beat_incumbent_sen._jon_tester_in_2012/14024/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:26:21 MDT Kellyn Brown http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/report_rehberg_considering_2012_senate_run_against_tester/14020/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/report_rehberg_considering_2012_senate_run_against_tester/14020/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:12:30 MDT Montana's lone Congressman Denny Rehberg met with the National Republican Senatorial Committee Thursday and is considering challenging U.S. Sen. Jon Tester's seat in 2012. From POLITICO: There's mutual interest between Rehberg and NRSC officials, according to a source familiar with both sides. Sen. Max Baucus (D-Mont.) said Thursday night that Tester's represented his constituents well and will be formidable when he seeks re-election in three years. "I don't think it would be wise" to challenge him, Baucus said. This is big news. Rehberg is perhaps… Dan Testa http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/weekend_glaciers_run_gop_health_care_lion_attack/14019/ http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/weekend_glaciers_run_gop_health_care_lion_attack/14019/ {primary_category} Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:50:18 MDT Good morning; on the Beacon today, the Montana Highway Patrol says a bus carrying the Kalispell Glacier volleyball team ran a red light and crashed into a truck, but there were no serious injuries. After four years of interviewing, compiling and editing, the MontanaPBS documentary “Never Long Gone: The Mission Mountain Wood Band Story,” is premiering all over Montana in the coming week. Just three years old, the Glacier High School Wolfpack are contending for the Class AA state football championship. Mick Holien is relieved the feud between…