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
Health officials say active tuberculosis case in Flathead County is under control
Health officials say that an active tuberculosis case in Flathead County is under control.
Ski patrol union frustrated with negotiation timeline
Contract negotiations between the recently formed Whitefish Mountain Resort ski patrol union and resort executives remained unfinished as the ski season opened Thursday, with the union president saying that a mid-season picket or strike could be on table if talks don’t move forward.
Mother-daughter duo open new barbershop in Kalispell
Owners Amanda Scarlett and Katrina Harris — mother and daughter — both licensed barbers, want that atmosphere to feel evident. The pair opened the shop on First Avenue East in November after more than 30 years in the barber business.
Hand-carved, hand-painted and hand-printed: Whitefish artist captures life scenes
Four years and hundreds more sheets of linoleum later, Tarke Penser’s creative outlet has become his livelihood, a way to hand-create the iconic scenes of Northwest Montana.
Skiers excited for a good winter on opening day at Whitefish Mountain Resort
Fog lifted from the Whitefish Mountain Resort village just as the sun crested the east horizon Thursday morning, revealing a double rainbow to kick off the ski area’s 77th season.
Kalispell shop prints up customizable options
Richies Custom Creations seeks to offer a local one-stop-shop for all things customizable.
Logan Health CEO: Hospital system to work on rebrand in 2025
Billings Clinic-Logan Health is expected to change its name and brand following the merger of the two hospital systems last year.
Advisor wants to see businesses reach full potential
A senior business advisor at the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center and an executive growth consultant, Rich Turner sees the potential of people and businesses beyond their current reality.
New sidewalks create safer route through Evergreen
After breaking ground on the project in mid-April, the first phase of the long-awaited Evergreen sidewalk project is complete resulting in sidewalks from the Tractor Supply to Evergreen Junior High.
Glacier Monuments crafts personalized memorials
Producing a blend of engraved stone and granite for headstones, decor, benches and more, the work is often a tribute to something or someone.