DIL Editorial
Thoughtful perspectives from the Daily Inter Lake editorial board—local viewpoints on issues shaping Northwest Montana.
Reckless cruisers jeopardize Main Street pastime
Kalispell’s downtown cruisers are dealing with a few rotten apples that threaten to spoil the bunch.
Support making resort tax funds available for community housing
he 3% fee on luxury and tourist-related purchases has substantially reduced local homeowner’s property taxes over the decades.
Hard work pays off for 4-Hers
The Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo always provides many memorable moments.
Kalispell misses mark on impact fees
Three years ago, the Kalispell City Council made a bet on the law of supply and demand.
Montana's soft stance on DUIs necessitates a cultural shift
Nearly half of all Montana traffic deaths in 2020 were DUI related.
Zinke should pause effort to derail Glacier reservations
Glacier National Park’s ticketed entry system has become the subject of regular lashings from Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke, even as Glacier officials tell hi…
Library board rudderless in pursuit of new location
ImagineIf Libraries board is set on finding a new home for its Kalispell branch, but appear directionless in their pursuit without a map to follow.
The property appraisal blame game
If you darn near keeled over after opening your property appraisal notice this month, you’re not alone.
New license requirement worth the hassle
Beginning this month, everyone who recreates on state lands will be required to purchase a Montana Conservation License to access many sites previously open with few restrictions to the public.
Harmful rhetoric about homelessness must stop
Scott Bryan’s life mattered, and the allegations of his heinous killing deserve a forceful response.
‘The Wall’ an educational and powerful experience
Today is the last chance to visit The Wall That Heals monument during its tour stop in Kalispell.
Education, treatment key to fentanyl epidemic
Statistics accounting for Montana’s fentanyl crisis have reached staggering levels.
Plan to rein in homeless activity deserves scrutiny
Ongoing challenges with homeless activity in Kalispell’s public spaces became the center of discussion last week after the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce said it intends to move out of its location adjacent to Depot…
Class of 2023 a tough bunch
Adversity and resilience. Perseverance and strength. Challenge and opportunity.
Governor ignores repercussions of veto
Gov. Greg Gianforte wielded his veto power May 17 when he rejected a bill that would have reimbursed Lake County for some of the costs it incurs to conduct felony law enforcement on the Flathead Reservation through…
Bill will change trajectory of state’s mental health services
As state legislators tally the wins and losses from the 2023 session, one area that all Montanans can celebrate is the commitment to shore up the state’s broken behavioral health network.