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

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

Big Mountain saw big turnout for ski season
Whitefish Mountain Resort saw a snowy end to its ski season, with the delivery of another winter storm just days before the closing weekend shenanigans.

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.

County teams up with Logan Health to distribute gun locks
The Flathead City-County Health Department and Logan Health are rolling out a program to distribute gun locks to community members in an effort to prevent firearm related deaths.

Homemade classics and twists at center of Columbia Falls cafe menu
The bakery, cafe and coffee roaster in Columbia Falls offers artisan hearth breads, savory and sweet baked goods, breakfast, lunch and a full espresso and tea bar, with everything made in the open-concept kitchen.

Rooted in history, Kalispell boutique offers eclectic mix of new finds
The store features a range of items, gifts and clothes, from sweaters to plates to cards. Each item is carefully curated.

Magic flight: Observing geese migration at Freezout Lake unique experience
Located just north of Fairfield on the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountain Front, the Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area at 12,000 acres, has become a hot spot for waterfowl hunting and bird watching.

Flathead County Library moving forward with Kalispell branch project
Flathead County Library trustees inched closer to the construction of a new Kalispell branch on Thursday, signing a letter of intent for property near a downtown mall.

New Kalispell Center Mall owners seek anchor chains for retail hub
The Texas company that purchased the Kalispell Center Mall last year is in negotiation with three potential anchors to join the commercial space.