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of its architectural metal fabrication services.
The multi-functional German-built Hebo system is one of the most com- plex and versatile metal manufacturing machines in the world. It is used in the manufacture of custom metal railings, gates and scrolls. The Hebo machine can also emboss and texture metal, make metal rail baskets and perform a variety of other specialized tasks related to cus- tom metal fabrication.
The Hebo machine was developed in 1968 by the founder of the compa- ny Hans-Erich Böhl. Over the past 40 years, the original motor-driven, metal- bar-twisting machine has grown into an innovative, complex machine system that is still being continuously improved upon. Hebo is the worldwide leader in ornamental, metal fabrication machin- ery.
Dean Grommet, co-owner of Acutech, said, “We are excited to in- crease our architectural fabrication ser- vices with the Hebo machine. We are an industry leading company known for our use of innovative technology and equipment. Making sure that our employees receive the training needed to stay on the leading edge of the tech- nology used in the equipment and ma- chines they operate is a top priority for Acutech.”
Acutech’s services include preci- sion cutting, custom metal fabrication, welding, blacksmithing and a full ser- vice machine and manufacturing shop. For more information on Acutech, visit www.acutechworks.com or call Acutech at (406) 892-4030.
KALISPELL EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS HELP FIGHT HUNGER
Recently, Express Employment Professionals offices from California to North Carolina to Canada came to- gether at local food banks and pantries across North America to help fight hun- ger – a growing epidemic that impacts millions of people in the U.S., Canada and around the world every day.
Locally, the Kalispell Express office spent time working and serving at Veter- an’s Food Pantry in Evergreen and was able to donate more than 410 pounds of non-perishablefoodandpaperproducts and $100 cash donations through a food drive that was held leading up to a day of volunteer service.
“Brand It Blue Day allowed the en- tire Express family to come together to help the communities we work and live in,” said Cheri Nelson, Kalispell Express franchisee. “Thanks to our clients and associates, we were able to help the Vet- eran’s Food Pantry fight hunger.”
The Kalispell Express office is a franchise of Express Employment Pro- fessionals and puts people to work. Ex- press ranks as the largest privately held staffing company in the United States. For more information, visit kalispellmt. expresspros.com.
LOCAL RESIDENT WINS FREE FUEL FROM CENEX
A local resident has received a spe- cial thank you for his contributions to the community. Terry Mitton of Ka- lispell was selected to receive free fuel from Tanks of Thanks, a program that rewards people who do good deeds to help make their community just a little bit better.
The Tanks of Thanks program from CHS and Cenex retailers encourages people to nominate friends, family and neighbors for free fuel as a way to say thank you for doing good in the com- munity. Each month, CHS and Cenex retailers give away more than $5,000 in free fuel through the Tanks of Thanks program. Mitton was nominated for his years in the medical rescue and police fields, developing the state’s first stress debriefing team for witnesses of tragic events, volunteering as an ambulance driver and more. Earlier this month, Mitton was selected to receive a $50 Tanks of Thanks gift card, redeemable at any Cenex location.
To make a nomination, visit Tank- sofThanks.com and briefly describe why someone deserves a Tank of Thanks.
MARGARET BUMGARNER, OF NORTH VALLEY HOSPITAL, EARNS TOP HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT CREDENTIAL
Margaret Bumgarner, senior direc- tor of physician services for North Val- ley Hospital, recently became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), the nation’s leading professional society for healthcare lead- ers.
Bumgarner joined North Valley Hos- pital in 2010 as director of ambulatory services. She came most recently from Asheville, North Carolina where she was the executive director of physician practice operations for an integrated medical practice of 180 providers.
“We are very proud to have the cali- ber of someone like Margaret on our Senior Leadership Team,” said Jason Spring, North Valley Hospital CEO. “Her experience and continual dedica- tion to expanding her experience and education benefits both our patients and our staff.”
Fellow status represents achieve- ment of the highest standard of profes- sional development. Only 9,100 health- care executives hold this distinction. To obtain Fellow status, candidates must fulfill multiple requirements, includ- ing passing a comprehensive examina- tion, meeting academic and experiential criteria, earning continuing education credits and demonstrating professional/ community involvement.
RESIDENCY LAUNCHES AT KALISPELL REGIONAL HEALTHCARE
Three new physician residents joined the team at Kalispell Regional Healthcare July 1, signaling the first
group to go through the Family Medi- cine Residency of Western Montana program in Missoula and complete their work in Kalispell.
Justin Buls, MD, the program’s Ka- lispell site director, announced that Dr. Kevin Kropp, Dr. TJ Sherry and Dr. Scot Swanson joined the staff at Kalispell for the final two years of their three-year residency program. The Family Medi- cine Residency launched as a coopera- tive effort among Montana universities and hospitals to build a base of family physicians who are compassionate, clin- ically competent and motivated to serve patients and communities in the rural and underserved areas of Montana.
Not only is Dr. Buls a Flathead High School graduate, all three residents are native Montanans.
Throughout the coming two years, the residents will care for prenatal to el- derly patients while dividing their time between Kalispell Regional Healthcare and the Flathead Community Health Center.
For more information on the pro- gram, please contact Kalispell Site Di- rector Justin Buls, MD, at 758-2174.
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN COMMUNITIES WELCOMES BACK DWIGHT SHAFFER
Dwight Shaffer, M.S. CCC-SLP, joined the RehabCare team as the new program director in early June. He is returning to Immanuel Lutheran Com- munities, having worked there part time from 1999 to 2002.
Shaffer earned his Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from Florida State University and has over 20 years of experience as a speech-lan- guage pathologist. He returns with over 15 years of management experience in healthcare, most recently with White- fish Care and Rehab.
“I have always loved working at Im- manuel and it is a privilege and honor to be able to return as the therapy program director,” says Shaffer, who was previ- ously employed at Immanuel Skilled Care Center as a speech therapist.
Immanuel Lutheran Communities is a not-for-profit organization offering res- idential living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation services and skilled nursing care in Kalispell. Operating since 1957, Immanuel Lutheran remains committed to its philosophy of providing a faith-based environment to enrich the lives of older adults. For more informa- tion please contact 406-752-9622 or visit our website at www.ilcorp.org.
WHITEFISH INTERPRETIVE TRAIL AND LEARNING PAVILION BREAKS GROUND
Whitefish Legacy Partners, in part- nership with the Rotary Club of White- fish and the City of Whitefish, broke ground recently for the construction of the Whitefish Interpretive Trail and Learning Pavilion on the Whitefish Trail.
Whitefish Legacy Partners is con- tinuing to raise funds and solicit in-kind labor and material donations to com- plete this project with an anticipated grand opening in late August.
The Whitefish Interpretive Trail and Learning Pavilion will provide a gather- ing place on the Whitefish Trail to focus education and stewardship efforts and serve as a gateway to community rec- reation and conservation activities. It will be a place where groups will recon- nect with nature and the outdoors, and community members, children and visi- tors will gain an appreciation for recre- ation, conservation, working forests and the natural environment. The Rotary Club of Whitefish is dedicated to mak- ing a lasting difference for all who live here. The Whitefish Interpretive Trail and Learning Pavilion will support rec- reation, conservation, education and a healthy community.
GLACIER INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES NEW BUS PURCHASE
The Glacier Institute is pleased to announce the purchase of a multi-func- tional vehicle added to the fleet for this field season. Our staff will be happy to show you the vehicle and even happier if you join us on a class and experience the bus yourself.
The vehicle is a multi-functional bus, which meets Glacier National Park Going-to-the-Sun Road vehicle size re- strictions. The vehicle will seat 14 pas- sengers and a driver and does not re- quire a commercial driver’s license.
“Our new Bluebird will help to ac- commodate summer programs at both our field camp in Glacier National Park and our Big Creek Outdoor Education Center in the Flathead National For- est,” claims Justin Barth, the Insti- tute’s director of education. “With over 50 courses and camps heading out this summer, we needed a new vehicle to ac- commodate our busy schedule.”
With this vehicle added to its fleet, the Institute now owns five multi-pur- pose vehicles. Solely dedicated to educa- tion, the Glacier Institute serves adults and children as an educational leader in the Crown of the Continent ecosystem, emphasizing outreach and field-based learning experiences. For more infor- mation on this or other Glacier Institute programs please visit the Glacier Insti- tute online at www.glacierinstitute.org or call 406-755-1211.
EMPLOYEE TRAINING INCREASES ACUTECH’S INNOVATIVE ARCHITECTURAL FABRICATION SERVICES
Employees from Acutech in Colum- bia Falls recently participated in three days of advanced training on the Hebo machine system in Clackamas, Oregon. The specialized training on varied ap- plications of the Hebo machine system will allow Acutech to increase the scope