KATE HESTON
Kate Heston covers politics and natural resources for the Daily Inter Lake. She is a graduate of the University of Iowa's journalism program, previously worked as photo editor at the Daily Iowan and was a News21 fellow in Phoenix. She can be reached at kheston@dailyinterlake.com or 406-758-4459.
Recent Stories

Lego store builds on its product on Main Street
Big Sky Bricks is one of the latest stores to come to downtown Kalispell, sporting a range of Lego products including miscellaneous pieces, figurines, already-built sets and brand-new sets.

Flathead County Library board seeks to tweak terms of Kalispell land deal
The Flathead County Library Board of Trustees on Thursday signaled that it planned to adjust its offer for a new library branch location near the Kalispell Center Mall.

Kalispell City Council votes to amend nuisance ordinances
Kalispell City Council on Monday voted to expand and streamline two city ordinances addressing junk vehicles and community decay on private property.

Dog seized in animal cruelty case gives birth in Flathead County shelter
One of the dogs removed from allegedly unsanitary conditions last month has given birth to puppies, adding to the capacity crunch at the already overwhelmed Flathead County Animal Shelter.

Injured by flying debris, Flathead Valley man calls for tougher enforcement of unsecured loads
On a late March morning, Gary Gilham drove a truck loaded with tables, couches and chairs back to Kalispell, a routine trip for the 15-year furniture store employee.

Wood turner handcrafts unique pieces
The process to create each mug is tedious. After carving the shape and creating the handle, the mugs go through rounds of sanding and glossing, each finished with a food-safe alcohol epoxy that can withstand both cold and hot beverages.

Employers at job fair looking to fill open spots
Levels of urgency varied when it comes to hiring across industries with some employers expressing extreme hiring concerns and others finding themselves in a better place than in previous years.

Volunteer medical work important to Whitefish dentist
One of the greatest aspects of being a dentist is being able to help others, Whitefish dentist Mandy Stebbins said.

Specialty running store sprints into Kalispell retail scene
Casey Jermyn is the owner of Bozeman Running Company as well, which he opened in 2010 in Bozeman

Flathead Valley tutor service assists students in learning process
The tutoring center seeks to assist students and others in the accomplishment of intellectual tasks, whether that be homework help, concept tutoring, test preparation and more, all while encouraging confidence.