Spring into Action: Earth Day, Theater, and April Adventures in Northwest Montana
April in Northwest Montana is anything but predictable—mud, snow, sunshine, and a packed calendar of community events. In this episode, host Melissa Wells guides you through an exciting lineup of Earth Day celebrations, local theater performances, spring fairs, wildlife talks, and even dodgeball tournaments! Get the scoop on can’t-miss events like the Earth Day Expo featuring Indigikitchen’s Mariah Gladstone, Clean the Fish in Whitefish, and musical performances like The Pirates of Penzance. Plus, discover where to shop, shred, and support local artists all month long. Whether you're dancing in the rain or planting your garden, there's something for everyone this April in the Flathead Valley.
Learn more about our featured event in this episode - Montana Citizens Climate Lobby's Earth Day Expo on Saturday, April 19th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Flathead Valley Community College Arts & Technology Building. Discover how simple, sustainable choices can make a big impact—on your wallet and your community. For more information, visit www.citizensclimatemt.org/earth-day-flathead-valley-montana
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 Montana, or learn more at https://lorensauto.com.
April 7, 2025
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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.
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April 14, 2025
Spring into Action: Earth Day, Theater, and April Adventures in Northwest Montana
April in Northwest Montana is anything but predictable—mud, snow, sunshine, and a packed calendar of community events. In this episode, host Melissa Wells guides you through an exciting lineup of Earth Day celebrations, local theater performances, spring fairs, wildlife talks, and even dodgeball tournaments! Get the scoop on can’t-miss events like the Earth Day Expo featuring Indigikitchen’s Mariah Gladstone, Clean the Fish in Whitefish, and musical performances like The Pirates of Penzance. Plus, discover where to shop, shred, and support local artists all month long. Whether you're dancing in the rain or planting your garden, there's something for everyone this April in the Flathead Valley.
Learn more about our featured event in this episode - Montana Citizens Climate Lobby's Earth Day Expo on Saturday, April 19th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Flathead Valley Community College Arts & Technology Building. Discover how simple, sustainable choices can make a big impact—on your wallet and your community. For more information, visit www.citizensclimatemt.org/earth-day-flathead-valley-montana
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 Montana, or learn more at https://lorensauto.com.
April 7, 2025
Kalispell Murder Sentencing, Food Aid Crisis, and Montana’s Immigration Debate
We're back from a short hiatus! Reporter Taylor Inman breaks down the top stories shaping Northwest Montana. We begin with the sentencing of Kaleb Elijah Fleck, who received 50 years for the brutal 2023 homicide of a homeless man in Kalispell. Then, we examine the looming crisis at Flathead Valley food banks as pandemic-era federal funding disappears, threatening access to fresh produce and dairy for thousands of Montanans. Finally, we look at the controversial immigration-related bill moving through the Montana House and the legal and moral questions it raises for hospitals, churches, and nonprofits.
Read more from this week’s stories:
Flathead man sentenced for 2023 killing of homeless man in Kalispell
Federal funding cuts leave Flathead Valley food banks looking to fill shelves
Immigration legislation advances despite strong opposition from nonprofits
Read more local and state coverage:
Jurors view body cam footage in Jackson double homicide trial
Construction to begin on Sportsman’s Bridge Fishing Access Site
Glacier National Park faces summer of uncertainty
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/.