Local News
Your source for reliable, in-depth reporting on Northwest Montana’s communities, government, and daily life—delivering the stories that matter most to you.
Wildlife experts analyze rare fatal bear attack in Glacier
Nearly three weeks after a 33-year-old hiker was killed in an apparent bear attack in Glacier National Park, quest…
Kalispell Regional ramping up elective surgeries
Since Kalispell Regional Healthcare decided to once again offer operative surgeries and interventional services in late April, hospital officials say the syste…
Columbia Falls approves 3% resort tax
Columbia Falls voters said yes to a 3% resort tax for their city.
Flathead County primary election results
Results from the June 2 primary election in Flathead County, as of 2:24 a.m.
Garbage-eating grizzly euthanized at Fortine
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks recently euthanized a grizzly bear near Fortine after it became habituated to people and food-conditioned.
Auditor advises steps to take after storm damage
HELENA – State Auditor Matt Rosendale is advising Montanans to be vigilant after last weekend’s storm brought strong winds and damaged properties in Northwest Montana.
T-shirt design contest to promote Great Fish Challenge
Whitefish Community Foundation is hosting a T-shirt design contest for the 2020 Great Fish Community Challenge.
Tourism group offers customer service training
Glacier Country Tourism is offering free customer service online training.
Abell leads county commissioner race
Brad Abell was leading a nail-biting contest for the Republican nomination for Flathead County Commissioner as of 11 p.m. on Tuesday night.
Gianforte to face Cooney in race for governor
Republican Rep. Greg Gianforte and Democrat Mike Cooney will face off in the Nov. 3 election for Montana governor
Kalispell, Bigfork Fourth of July parades canceled
The Kalispell and Bigfork Chambers of Commerce have canceled this year’s Fourth of July parades, citing public safety due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Summer rec programs cautiously set to start
Summer rec programs cautiously set to start
Medical syndrome shifts plans for Columbia Falls senior
(This is the final profile in the Inter Lake’s spotlight series on standout graduates of the Class of 2020.)
Retreat center developer seeks approval
The Flathead County Board of Adjustment will weigh in on two items of interest in the Bigfork area during a remote meeting this evening at 6 p.m.
Drop off ballots by tonight
Today is Montana’s primary election, which looks different this year as all counties are conducting an all-mail election to mitigate risks related to COVID-19.
Flood warnings issued as river rises
Recent hot weather and heavy rainfall has pushed local rivers to the brink of flooding.