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Conversation with Flathead Food Truck Festival

Don’t miss the annual Flathead Food Truck Festival this weekend at Flathead County Fairgrounds, the prime opportunity to savor a variety of Northwest Montana’s best food trucks all in one place. Since 2020, this event has grown into a community favorite - featuring everything from Brazilian barbecue to upscale cuisine. KnucklHed BBQ owner Ryan Garnache chats with us about what it takes to put on the event.

There are some new ticket options, making it easier to enjoy the festival’s 35 vendors. Plus, support a good cause—donations go towards scholarships for culinary arts students at Flathead Valley Community College.

June 20, 2024

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May Events in Montana: Concerts, Festivals, Mother's Day Fun & More!

Ready to kick off summer in Northwest Montana? This episode covers the best local events happening in May — from live music at Happy’s Inn and concerts with The Lowdown Drifters and Ned LeDoux, to epic film festivals in Whitefish, Mother's Day celebrations in Kalispell, and foodie fun with Whitefish Restaurant Week! Plus, snag your spot at the Daily Inter Lake's exclusive Press Play concert with the Jamie Wyman Duo at https://flatheadtickets.com/ Watch or listen to our full interview with her on our Press Play podcast.

Learn more about our featured business in this episode - Happy's Inn in Libby! Visit https://happysinn.com/ for their full summer concert line up and make a plan to rock out because if this summer's lineup is anything like last year's, these concerts will sell out!

For more information on all other events mentioned in this episode, please visit https://dailyinterlake.com/events.

A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell or learn more at lorensauto.com.

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April 28, 2025

Gianforte’s Fiscal Vision, Nuisance Ordinances & Youth Justice Reform gets National Spotlight

This week on News Now, reporter Taylor Inman covers the top stories shaping Northwest Montana. Governor Greg Gianforte makes a stop in Kalispell to promote his 2025 fiscal agenda, including property tax relief and teacher pay raises, despite ongoing legislative gridlock. Kalispell City Council passes new ordinances cracking down on junk vehicles and community decay, sparking debate over government reach. Plus, Flathead County’s School Justice Partnership earns national recognition for its innovative approach to juvenile justice. With a 90% success rate, the program is changing lives and setting a statewide precedent for restorative youth practices.

Read more from this week’s stories:
Gianforte presses Legislature to pass property tax relief bills during Kalispell visit
Kalispell City Council votes to amend nuisance ordinances
Flathead restorative youth justice program gains national spotlight

Read more local and state coverage:
‘Personhood’ for embryos fails, other abortion bills head to governor’s desk
Students strike a chord at the 2025 District Music Festival
Welfare check leads to barricade situation in U.S. 2 hotel

A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell or learn more at lorensauto.com.

April 26, 2025

Montana Murder Verdict, Tribal Tariff Lawsuit & Strong Snowpack Outlook

This week on the News Now podcast, we break down a Flathead County murder trial verdict, a landmark tribal lawsuit against federal tariffs at the U.S.-Canada border, and promising updates on Montana's spring snowpack. Stay informed with the latest top stories from northwest Montana, reported by the Daily Inter Lake — the state's largest independent newsroom.

Read more of this week’s stories:
Jackson acquitted of killing mom, guilty of murdering her boyfriend 
Blackfeet tribal members sue feds over Canada tariffs 
Wet March delivers needed boost to Northwest Montana snowpack 

Read more local and state coverage:
Cuts to federal humanities funds hit the Flathead Valley 
Potential buyers seek permit to operate historic Holland Lake Lodge 
Judge Dan Wilson launches new bid for Montana Supreme Court seat 
Interior Department staff, including those at national parks, offered buyouts and early retirement 

A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell Montana, or learn more at https://lorensauto.com.

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April 14, 2025

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