JACK UNDERHILL
KALISPELL GOVERNMENT, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION REPORTER
Jack Underhill covers Kalispell city government, housing and transportation for the Daily Inter Lake. His reporting focuses on how local policy decisions affect residents and the rapidly growing Flathead Valley. Underhill has reported on housing challenges, infrastructure issues and regional service providers across Montana. His work also includes accountability reporting on complex community issues and public institutions. Originally from Massachusetts, Underhill graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a degree in Journalism before joining the Inter Lake. In his free time, Underhill enjoys mountain biking around the valley, skiing up on Big Mountain or exploring Glacier National Park.
IMPACT: Jack’s work helps residents understand how growth, housing and infrastructure decisions affect the future of their community.
Recent Stories
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Kalispell City Council supports license plate reader technology, higher fees to free up on-street parking
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Montana Supreme Court orders new sentence for man convicted of attacking Kalispell Police officer
Montana’s highest court ruled in May that a Kalispell man convicted of wounding a police officer in 2023 should have had his mental condition considered before being sentenced to prison.
Kalispell City Council to consider changes to downtown parking regs, including more expensive tickets
Kalispell City Council on Tuesday will consider overhauling downtown parking regulations to free up on-street spaces for business patrons and crack down on chronic offenders.
Longtime planner takes over leading development for Kalispell
After nearly 30 years with the city of Kalispell, 54-year-old PJ Sorensen was recently promoted to lead the department that guides land use decisions, provides planning assistance and ensures compliance with city code.
New owner begins renovating former Outlaw Inn, details plan for extended-stay rentals
Columbia Falls developer Mick Ruis has begun renovating the former Outlaw Inn after its previous owner left the building in disrepair for years.
Kalispell Council seeks $25M grant for roundabouts, crosswalk upgrades along Main Street
Kalispell City Council on Monday voted unanimously to pursue a federal grant to improve pedestrian safety on Main Street.
Kalispell Council reviews $189M budget proposal, weighs public safety and infrastructure spending
Kalispell City Council took its first look at the municipality’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget last week.
Kalispell City Council to vote on federal grant for pedestrian safety upgrades
Kalispell City Council is expected to vote Monday on whether to pursue a federal grant to improve pedestrian safety on Main Street — a grant it opted against applying for last year.