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Watch and Listen to the News Now Podcast by the Daily Inter Lake. We cover Headlines weekly and keep you up to date on the best happenings in Northwest Montana with our Local Events episodes. Find all our podcasts and videos on the Daily Inter Lake You Tube channel.
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Headlines: Flathead Basin fish free of forever chemicals, Kalispell Public Schools' request for summary judgment in hazing lawsuit rejected
Flathead Basin fish free of forever chemicals, Kalispell Public Schools' request for summary judgment in hazing lawsuit rejected and group moves forward with campaign to remove Kalispell mayor.
Election 2026: Student Q&A with Sheriff candidates
Students from Bigfork High School take the lead in this special bonus episode, asking direct questions to Flathead County sheriff candidates Brian Heino and Evie Cahalen ahead of the June 2 Republican primary.
Meet the candidates: Sheriff Brian Heino and Evie Cahalen for Flathead County Sheriff
The Daily Inter Lake sits down with Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino and his opponent Evie Cahalen ahead of the June 2nd primary which will decide who will be the next county sheriff.
Local Events: Glacier Art Museum Gala, Whitefish Restaurant Week and Fish Fest, Montana Distillers Guild Spring Spirits and Brews Fest
It May be time to dust off the bikes, load up the boat, stretch your hiking legs, and ... mow the lawn?
Headlines: River plan draws public comments, Polson asked to act on tumbleweed infestation, Whitefish racial profiling settlement pending, Walker Hayes to headline NW Montana Fair
River plan draws public comments, Polson asked to act on tumbleweed infestation, Whitefish racial profiling settlement pending, Walker Hayes to headline NW Montana Fair
Headlines: Roads open in Glacier, path charted for addition to public lands, grant gets Polson closer to ice arena, new results in criminal fraud allegations
Many Glacier and other roads open in Glacier, nonprofits chart path for 1,100-acre addition to public lands, tourism grant gets Polson closer to ice arena, internet romance results in criminal fraud allegations, osprey monitoring project takes flight in Northwest Montana
Headlines: Bail raised for man who allegedly hit teen, Kalispell land use plan sealed, Flathead Valley engineers launched into NASA history
Bail raised for man who allegedly hit teen, Kalispell land use plan sealed, two Flathead Valley engineers launched into NASA history
Local Events: Cazador del Oso, Stumptown Get Down and Kalispell PechaKucha
The tulips are popping and the snow is falling. It must be Spring in Northwest Montana.
Headlines: Trail cleanup after winter storm, Kalispell Center Mall overhaul, physicians talk colorectal cancer, governor honors state employees
Trail crews gear up for spring cleaning after winter storm, developer details overhaul of Kalispell Center Mall, Logan Health physicians talk colorectal cancer, governor honors state employees
Headlines: Old oil well to be plugged, $1.1 million levy before voters, experts discuss backcountry flying risks, Libby’s health advisory lifted
Old oil well to be plugged in Glacier, Kalispell Public Schools sets $1.1 million levy before voters, aviation experts discuss risks of backcountry flying and health advisory on Libby’s water supply lifted
Headlines: Fire crews douse blaze in Kalispell, windstorm damage in Lincoln County, Dems running for congress talk, Ronan man takes Alford plea
Fire crews douse blaze in Kalispell, windstorm damage in Lincoln County, Dems running for congress talk, Ronan man takes Alford plea and more Northwest Montana news.
Headlines: ‘Cocaine fairy’ reaches plea deal, avalanche risk, films from Flathead reservation up for award, early candidate filings
‘Cocaine fairy’ reaches plea deal, avalanche risk increases for region, films from Flathead reservation up for award, early candidate filings and more Northwest Montana local news
Local Events: St. Patty's, rockhounds and blues. Your guide to March happenings
Tune in to our Local Events podcast for all the best March events.
Headlines: Glacier Park unveils new shuttle system, construction closures as Flathead economy holds steady
Glacier National Park debuts major changes to shuttle service and parking at Logan Pass, long-term construction closures are set to reshape popular areas, Flathead County’s economy finds steady footing, and a Columbia Falls man wins a multimillion‑dollar verdict against BNSF.
Headlines: Olympic triumph, river rule changes, student protests and Majestic Valley Arena under new ownership
Catch up on northwest Montana’s biggest stories — from Libby Olympian Konnor Ralph’s standout debut to major changes coming to the Flathead River, a local assault case update, student protests in Ronan, new ownership at Majestic Valley Arena, and worrying snowpack trends.
Headlines: Ronan rallies after Browning team refused service, fundraiser for injured C-Falls teen, Sheriff's Office to provide airport security
Ronan rallies after Browning team refused service, bail set at $4 mill for man arrested in Whitefish, Columbia Falls cross country raises funds for injured teammate, and Sheriff’s Office provides security at airport.
Headlines: Alleged slingshot attack, 100-year landmark lost, kratom regulation and search for poachers
Felony charge earned in alleged slingshot attack, family mourns loss of Cattle Baron Supper Club, reward offered for info in illegal grizzly killing and lawmakers look to regulate kratom.
Local Events: Skijoring, Cabin Fever Days and Whitefish Winter Carnival bring rowdy Montana-winter fun
If you know, you know that February in the Flathead Valley cues up some of the most original Montana events to be had on snow.
Headlines: Stolen car crash injures teen, ex-judge sentenced, and a fight against invasive goldfish
Girl in hospital after alleged stolen car crashed into her, Polson attorney to serve three years probation for drug use, Flathead Sheriff’s Office gets new underwater drone and FWP officials treat Thompson Falls pond for goldfish infestation.
Headlines: Flathead Lake full after December deluge, record crowds on ski hill and Christmas Eve road rage incident
December deluge fills Flathead Lake, crowds set records at Whitefish Mountain Resort, U.S. citizen gets probation for trying to smuggle in British husband and man faces attempted homicide charges for alleged Christmas Eve Road rage incident
News Now: Challenges ahead for Glacier Park in 2026, missing snowboarder found on Christmas Day and a strong year for Flathead Valley tourism
Challenges ahead for Glacier Park in 2026, missing snowboarder found on Christmas Day and a strong year for Flathead Valley tourism.
Headlines: Body cam video released, Lincoln County flood recovery begins, and tribal election results.
Body cam footage of Whitefish police officer shows quick call to border patrol, three incumbents lose seats on CSKT Tribal Council, and assessment on flood-damaged bridges in Lincoln County.
Headlines: 53,000 acres protected, Kalispell appoints new city manager, veterans honored
State purchases 53,000-acre easement in NW Montana, More than 1,300 wreaths displayed for local veterans, and Kalispell City Council appoints new city manager
Headlines: Power outages hit Northwest Montana as Libby faces ongoing water emergency
Christmas storms lead to water quality concerns in Libby and tens of thousands without power in Northwest Montana.
Headlines: Glacier Park proposed changes, building goals for Habitat for Humanity, and CWD concerns
Glacier Park hits brakes on vehicle reservation system, Habitat for Humanity needs more land in the Flathead, donation goes toward new fishing pier in Columbia Falls and CWD case leads to more sampling on Flathead Reservation.
Headlines: Mercury exposure in Libby, CFalls restricts e-bikes, and workforce housing in Kalispell
Mercury exposure in Libby, Columbia Falls restricts e-bikes, car crashes into Bunker’s in Polson and new workforce housing complex to be built along Parkline Trail.
Headlines: Warming Center dispute, Logan Health CEO change, and new distillery owner
New sole CEO for Billings Clinic-Logan Health, Whitefish Handcrafted Spirits set for a rebrand, and Flathead Warming Center lawyers warn city officials about proposed amendment.
Local Events: December is for celebrating, community and fun
December is packed with concerts, festivals, holiday performances, and community traditions across the Flathead Valley — and this month’s episode of the Daily Inter Lake’s Events Podcast is your complete guide.
Headlines: Guilty plea in high-speed chase, school tax error, and Glacier Park's funding mix
Man pleads guilty to illegal entry following Kalispell high-speed chase, Glacier Conservancy now supports 25% of park budget, and Somers School District seeks to recoup lost tax dollars.
News Now: Artist Drake Milligan and Flathead Food Bank on record-setting Feed the Need benefit
This week on News Now, we hear from Executive Director Chris Sidmore and country artist Drake Milligan who helped make the event possible at the Wachholz College Center.
Headlines: Plane crash findings, lake level lobbies, and flight impacts discussed
Investigators blame pilot for plane crash, Flathead County Commissioners pen letter to DOI about Flathead Lake, and GPIA sees minimal impacts from government shutdown.
Headlines: Kalispell elects new mayor, Flathead County jail bond passes, and hunters encounter grizzlies
Voters elect new Kalispell mayor and approve jail bond, harsher charges brought against Whitefish border patrol protestors, and hunters survive run-in with grizzlies.
Headlines: Local food banks prep for SNAP expiration, Meals on Wheels receives boost, and update on Martin City homicide trial
Local food banks prep for SNAP expiration, state funding boost keeps Meals on Wheels program moving and first responders testify in Martin City homicide trial.
Local Events: Ski films, storytelling, and holiday cheer
Local Events host Melissa Wells rounds up November’s can’t-miss happenings — from seeing David Sedaris live at the Wachholz College Center, to getting your winter stoke on with Warren Miller’s Sno-Ciety, to shopping local at Christmas at the Fairgrounds.
Headlines: Glacier Park and Australia connected, landmark land conservation deal, and record-breaking nonprofit giving
Geological evidence suggests Glacier was once attached to Australia, MT Land Board adds 53K acres to conservation easement, and Great Fish Challenge nets over $8 million.
Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Series: Ryan Hunter
From tackling affordable housing and public safety to improving infrastructure and downtown development, Hunter shares how his experience on the Kalispell City Council has shaped his approach to leadership.
Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Series: Kisa Davison
Kalispell mayoral candidate Kisa Davison sits down with reporter Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake to share her vision for the city’s future — from housing affordability and public safety to downtown redevelopment and community connection.
Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Series: Sid Daoud
Kalispell City Council member Sid Daoud joins Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake for a one-on-one interview ahead of the 2025 mayoral election.
Headlines: Vandalism arrest, Glacier's Sun Road closes, ski resort enhances winter operations
Vandalism suspect taken into custody, snow closes part of the Sun Road in Glacier and cell service, snowmaking to get boost at Whitefish Mountain Resort.
Headlines: A loyal dog's journey, accessibility at Flathead Lake, and library fundraiser a success
Wayfarers new accessibility project, lost pup thrives in new home and book sale generates $17,000 for Flathead County Library.
Headlines: Border Patrol protesters plead not guilty, trolley fire, and new citizens at Glacier Park
Protesters arrested at border patrol facility plead not guilty, Creston fire destroys three trollies and New Americans celebrate citizenship in Glacier.
Local Events: Oktoberfest, theatre, and ghosts
October is here, and the Flathead Valley is alive with community events, live music, theatre, and seasonal celebrations.
Headlines: Cemetery burial records vanish, skate park survives, and new eats arrive
Conrad Cemetery sexton disappears with burial records, new restaurant brings late night cuisine to Hungry Horse and community saves skateboarding nonprofit.
Headlines: Protesters arrested for blocking Border Patrol, Kalispell mayor condemns political violence, and Yellowstone bear attack
Protestors arrested for blocking Border Patrol, Kalispell Mayor condemns Charlie Kirk killing and bear attacks man in Yellowstone.
Headlines: Montana reacts to Charlie Kirk's death, hockey coach trial, and Whitefish alleged DUI case
Montanan politicians react to death of Charlie Kirk, child victim testifies in hockey coach sexual assault case, and Marion man pleads not guilty to charges in alleged DUI crash.
Headlines: Bear injures hiker in Glacier, woman falls to death from Highline Trail, driver charged in fatal crash, and lower taxes in Flathead County
This week's News Now Headlines cover bear injures hiker in Glacier Park, woman falls to death from Highline Trail, driver charged in fatal crash involving teen, and Flathead County budget lowers taxes.
Headlines: Flathead Lake Club resort approved, white-nose syndrome detected in Libby bats, and water shortage causes Logan Pass facility closures
County commissioners approve massive Flathead Lake Club resort, white-nose syndrome detected in bats near Libby Dam, and water shortage causes facility closures at Logan Pass.
Local Events: Heritage Day, live music and September fun
While it may be time to start scoping out some low-key fall activities like joining a book club or making plans to Mend and Mingle with the Making Place, I'm not quite ready to let summer go just yet. Fortunately for me, September promises some excellent Montana fun.
Headlines: Motorist held on pending deliberate homicide charges, body of missing boater recovered, one person dead after car fire, and U.S. Forest Service Chief visits NW Montana
This week, authorities investigate a tragic homicide after a pedestrian was struck and killed near Kalispell, one person is dead after car fire in Kalispell, a missing boater’s body is recovered from Flathead Lake.
Headlines: Kalispell plane crash, West Glacier tragedy, and Owl Bar shooting suspect captured
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over some of the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana.