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
Bus service connects Whitefish to Billings
Jefferson Lines — a family-owned bus company rooted in the Midwest — was approached by the state of Montana after Flathead Transit discontinued its Whitefish to Missoula service at the end of June.
Fruitful endeavor: Smoothie bowl food truck hits berry sweet milestone
More than a decade ago, Lindley and Jarden Lynch had a vision to bring a quick, healthy food alternative to Whitefish. They’ve done just that and more.
Hanging up the competitive saddle: Remarkable horse to retire at The Event at Rebecca Farm
Now in its 24th year, The Event is a world-class equestrian event held July 16-20 at Rebecca Farm outside Kalispell. A retirement ceremony for Mai Baum is set for the final day.
Forest voyage: Boat navigates into treetop retreat
The Beverly is the newest treehouse design open to guests at the Montana Treehouse Retreat, located just 2 miles outside Whitefish. It is one of three treehouses on the property, a journey of labor and love for Darin Robison and Kati O’Toole, who bought the property in 2011.
Group looks to foster creativity through industrial arts opportunities
It’s a program that WorkshopMT, a newer nonprofit, puts on using a mobile classroom, fit with hand saws, hammers, nails and wood blocks.
Loss of federal funding spells end for Flathead County Library hotspot program
A federal grant that allowed the Flathead County Library to loan out internet hotspots dried up this week, and library trustees appear disinclined to continue the program.
Scooping across the valley: Farm to Table expands to Kalispell
Farm to Table features nine ice cream flavors, each made by Smith and Staggs in-house using locally sourced ingredients. The most important component, milk, comes from Great Falls at 75 gallons three times per week.
Roadside tragedy highlights risks posed to construction workers
At about 3 a.m., June 4, a 25-year-old allegedly drove into a work zone at high speeds, hitting flagger Joseph Gove with his vehicle and then running over him, breaking his neck, back, jaw, collarbone and ribs, and lacerating his kidney and liver. The injuries landed Gove in the intensive care unit.
Busse departs Flathead Library Foundation
Sara Busse is stepping down as executive director of the Flathead Library Foundation, according to an email the foundation sent to its supporters.
Kalispell Elks members give back to community
The Kalispell Elks moved into its downtown location two years ago after decades in South Kalispell. Now not far off Main Street, members look forward to continuing to help the community while hoping to grow membership.