Tune in to the Daily Inter Lake's News Now podcast where host Taylor Inman shares weekly headlines, bringing you all the important and breaking news from Flathead Valley and Northwest Montana. Discover live music and community events with our weekly local events episodes. Stay connected during our interviews and conversations with community members and organizations. Presented by Northwest Montana’s longest continually published daily newspaper dailyinterlake.com Check out other Daily Inter ...
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Conversation with Flathead Building Association
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Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman chats with Flathead Building Association Executive Director Mark Freidline and Committee Chair Rocheal Gaston of Direct Source Cabinets about 2024's upcoming Flathead Valley Parade of Homes. They said it’s one of their favorite events of the year as they get to show off the craftsmanship of the valley’s many s…
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Golden Retrievers, Movie Premiere, Roller Derby & Outdoor Adventures: Can’t-Miss Events in Northwest Montana
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This week on the Local Events podcast, we’ve got something for everyone! Hone your photography skills on the Whitefish Trail, craft stacker rings at Waters Edge Winery, or search for fairies at the Conrad Mansion. Don’t miss the intimate concert with Big Sky City Lights at the Press Play lunch series, or grab your pup for the adorable Goldenstock e…
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Reward for Missing Paddleboarder, Sheehy’s Controversial Remarks, and Kalispell Prerelease Center Proposal
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In this episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman covers the week's top headlines in northwest Montana. The family of missing paddleboarder Emily Rea is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to her whereabouts. Tribal leaders urge U.S. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy to apologize for remarks made about Native Americans. Additionally, the Monta…
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Conversation with Job Service Kalispell Workforce about Upcoming Job Fair
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The Northwest Montana Job Fair is on Sept. 25, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Flathead County Fairgrounds Trade Center Building. Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman speaks with Job Service Kalispell Workforce Consultant Neal Drakeage and James Graham about everything they have planned for this fall’s fair, including benefits for veterans and prizes for…
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As the air cools and the crowds thin, it's the perfect time to explore all that Northwest Montana has to offer. This week's lineup includes historic downtown walking tours, lively poolside parties, engaging concerts, and family-friendly events. The Local Events podcast highlights these opportunities to help you make the most of the season. Discover…
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Unexpected Snowfall, Tragic Accidents, and a Mountaineer's Final Climb: This Week in Northwest Montana
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In this episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman covers the week's top stories in Northwest Montana. An unexpected August snowfall blankets Whitefish Mountain Resort, Glacier National Park, and surrounding areas, temporarily closing parts of the Going-to-the-Sun Road. In other news, a tragic car accident near Kila claims the life of a 26-year-old Ore…
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Glacier National Park Incident Logs: Rescue Missions, Wildlife Encounters, and Bear Spray Blunders
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Join us for the latest dispatch logs from Glacier National Park. This week’s incidents range from dizzy hikers and sheep jams to one very unfortunate bear spray mishap. From rescue operations and wildlife encounters to managing sudden storms, get an inside look at the efforts that keep visitors safe in one of Montana’s most beloved natural treasure…
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In this episode, we highlight upcoming community events in Northwest Montana, including a live performance by Big Sky City Lights at the Daily Inter Lake's Press Play lunch concert. We also cover movie night at the Northwest Montana History Museum, a Craft Supplies Swap & Sale in Whitefish, chair yoga in Bigfork, and more local happenings. Tune in …
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In this episode, we cover a range of local news, starting with the shocking story of two high school students struck by lightning during a soccer practice, thankfully surviving the incident. We also discuss Kalispell City Council's approval of a $180.7 million budget for fiscal year 2025, highlighting the impact of property tax increases due to a p…
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Conversation with 'Bring Them Home' Documentary Filmakers: Blackfoot People Reintroduce Buffalo to Ancestral Lands
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“Bring Them Home” tells the story of a small group of Blackfoot people and their mission to establish the first wild buffalo herd on their ancestral territory since the species’ near-extinction a century ago, an act that would restore the land, re-enliven traditional culture and bring much needed healing to their community. Daily Inter Lake reporte…
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As August winds down, it’s the perfect time to savor those final summer moments while preparing for the busy season ahead. Join us as we navigate the bustling farmer's markets across the Flathead Valley, from Whitefish to Polson, gathering the best local produce—especially those coveted Dixon melons. Whether it’s enjoying live music at The Raven or…
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Alleged dognapper given suspended sentences, toxic algae found, & Flathead schools get free lunch
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In this episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman covers the week’s major headlines for northwest Montana. We discuss the case of a Kalispell woman who received suspended sentences after a violent confrontation, the discovery of a harmful algal bloom in Lake Mary Ronan, and what it means for local residents and pets. Plus, good news for families in Fl…
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Embrace the cooler weather with a range of activities across Northwest Montana! Get out there and make the most of the season before summer fades away! Learn more about events mentioned in this episode: Preschool Art Class Seed Cleaning & Packing Parties Gentle Flow Yoga with Krista Sanderson Sit and Stay: Workshop on Honoring Pet Loss The History …
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Black bear study comes to Flathead Valley, accused Ferndale killer pleads guilty, and City of Kalispell begins treatment of forever chemicals
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In case you missed it this week, Montana biologists are updating our black bear population data with a new study that could impact wildlife management. Meanwhile, Kalispell is addressing "forever chemicals" in its water supply with new filtration systems. In other news, a Bigfork man pled guilty to charges of homicide and attempted homicide, with s…
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As we navigate the heat of Angry August, dive into the cool fun at Whitefish's 35th annual Huckleberry Days Arts Festival with arts, crafts, food, and family-friendly activities. Other highlights include painting classes, cocktail-making sessions, library sing-alongs, a Riverfront Blues Festival in Libby, and the Great Bear Festival in Kalispell. A…
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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she covers this week’s biggest headlines for northwest Montana. In this episode, we delve into the legal conflict between the Flathead Warming Center and the Kalispell City Council. Attorney Michelle T. Weinberg warns that revoking the shelter's permit would violate state and federal laws, potentially …
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Starting Saturday, August 3rd, campfires are banned in Northwest Montana as Stage 1 fire restrictions take effect in Flathead and Lincoln counties, Flathead and Kootenai forests, Glacier National Park, and state lands. Even after Tuesday's rainfall, hot weather is on the horizon with highs in the upper 90s and a heat advisory in place. No new fires…
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Firefighting efforts continue in Montana: The Muir Creek Fire in Glacier National Park held steady at 30 acres, with Arizona firefighters on the way. Meanwhile, the Miller Peak Fire near Missoula has reached 65% containment, while smoke from regional fires affects air quality across the state. A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News No…
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Local Events - Show N’ Shine Car Show, Bigfork Festival of the Arts, Packed Music Schedule, and more!
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Beat the heat this week with our guide to staying cool and entertained in Northwest Montana! Find refreshing activities at the Flathead County Library, explore local art at the Bigfork Festival of the Arts, and enjoy a packed schedule of live music, from intimate concerts at the Daily Inter Lake’s Press Play to outdoor performances across the regio…
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State officials have implemented unprecedented fishing restrictions on the North Fork Flathead River due to record water temperatures and dropping flows. The new Bigfork library, located at 186 Bridge Street, is set to open on August 6 after years of planning and fundraising, featuring expanded space and new resources. Additionally, three ballot in…
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Multiple fires are blazing across Western Montana: a 200-acre fire on the Flathead Reservation, a small island fire on Lower Stillwater Lake, and a human-caused fire on Lion Mountain in Whitefish. Near Missoula, the Butler Creek Fire has reached 300 acres, while the Miller Peak Fire is 25% contained at 2,581 acres. Smoke from neighboring states and…
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Local Events - Unleash Your Summer Spirit with Workshops, Music, and More in Northwest Montana
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Join us this week as we dive into vibrant summer events in Northwest Montana! Explore FVCC's Maker Space workshops, enjoy live music, classic films, and more. Celebrate local professionals at the 20 Under 40 Winners' Ceremony, and catch performances by Judy Collins and Los Lobos. Get ready for a summer of creativity, community, and fun! Links to ev…
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Trooper Termination Scandal, Trout Conservation, & Ocean Research SUBSEA Project at Flathead Lake
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Amidst controversy over alleged unfair labor practices at the Montana Department of Justice, where Trooper Alicia Bragg's termination sparked outcry for workplace transparency and accountability. Concurrently, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks spearheads efforts to revive the native redband trout population, crucial for preserving ecological balance…
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Wondering where this smoke is coming from? Fires have been reported in northwest Kalispell, south of Missoula, and near Helena. We will keep you updated on developments. Read more about the heat dome in the area - https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/jul/18/heat-dome-intensifies-this-weekend-elevating-fire-danger/ A big thank you to our headline sp…
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Summer vibes are in full swing in Northwest Montana! Join us for a spectacular lineup of events: from Columbia Falls Farmers Market with yoga and local goodies, to Bigfork's concert series featuring Roots Uprising and G.O.A.T. Ice Cream. Don't miss unique experiences like Goat Story Time and A Silent Book Club by Flathead Lake! Check out our online…
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Wildfire contained in Sanders County, bear euthanized in Hungry Horse Reservoir and survey shows a drop in homeless population
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This week's headlines from Northwest Montana included firefighting efforts on several small blazes, notably the Fishtrap Fire, swiftly contained by a team of smokejumpers and local crews. In wildlife news, a black bear was euthanized after multiple incidents at a local campground. Additionally, a recent survey showed a decrease in the region's home…
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Local Events: Under the Big Sky comes to Whitefish, plus a week full music and arts festivals
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This week in Northwest Montana is set to be packed with excitement: Whitefish hosts the Under the Big Sky Festival, Kalispell features the Hockaday Arts in the Park event, and Bigfork's Riverbend Concert Series continues. These events offer a mix of music, art, and family-friendly activities for all to enjoy. Daily Inter Lake's full event calendar …
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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she reviews some of the week’s biggest news. This week she covers a fugitive wanted in North Carolina, Steven Jeffrey O'Shields, who drowned in the Flathead River while evading capture. A federal judge blocked Flathead National Forest's forest plan over road concerns impacting endangered species. Tragi…
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A small wildfire cropped up in a forested area of rural Sanders County. The four-acre Fish Trap fire in the Lolo National Forest north of Thompson Falls was quickly contained Friday after showing moderate fire behavior. Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journ…
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Summer is sizzling in Northwest Montana with 4th of July celebrations galore! There's no shortage of fun, from art festivals and lively markets to tribute concerts and fireworks extravaganzas. Don’t miss out on parades, music, local brews, and picturesque lakeside pyrotechnics—all set against Montana's stunning backdrop. It’s a summer spectacle you…
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Whitefish Physician Charged in Medicare Fraud Case, Flathead County Nets $3.7M, Glacier Park IDs Drowned Woman
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Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman goes over some of the week’s biggest headlines. Whitefish physician charged in multi-million dollar Medicare billing fraud case, Flathead County nets $3.7 million in federal distribution, and Glacier Park officials ID woman who drowned near St. Mary Falls. Read more of these stories here: Whitefish physician c…
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Local Events this Week - Herb Farm, Walking Tour, Great Bear Festival, Chili Cookoff, Live Music
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We've got some ideas for your social calendar this week! From herbs to chili, Eagles soft rock to a literary reading - there's something for everyone. Events discussed in this episode: SpiritWorks Herb Farm Herbal Presentations Downtown Kalispell Walking Tour: The Iron Horse Snorted in the Garden of Eden Northwest Montana History Museum Events The …
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Chief Mountain closed to non-tribal members; Forest improvements planned; St Mary canal siphons fail
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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over some of this week’s biggest headlines. The Blackfeet Nation are again enforcing a decades-old closure of Chief Mountain after recent tourist activity disturbed cultural and spiritual practices there. Funding from the Great American Outdoors Act will go toward several Flathead National For…
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Don’t miss the annual Flathead Food Truck Festival this weekend at Flathead County Fairgrounds, the prime opportunity to savor a variety of Northwest Montana’s best food trucks all in one place. Since 2020, this event has grown into a community favorite - featuring everything from Brazilian barbecue to upscale cuisine. KnucklHed BBQ owner Ryan Garn…
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Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman joins Stillwater Ranch owner Nancy Carpenter to meet her llamas and learn more about the upcoming Glacier Classic Llama Show. It’s the first time a llama show has been held in Kalispell, and it coincides with the United Nation’s designation of 2024 being the “Year of the Camelid.” Read Taylor's full article fo…
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Local Events this Week - Workshops, Photopoetry, Rodeo, Dance Performance, Food Trucks, and Lemonade Day
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This week we share about the Flathead Food Truck Festival, Lemonade Day, Flathead Valley Community College workshops, photography and poetry at the Hungry Horse Dam, Brash Rodeo, and a Feat x Feet tap dance performance. Learn more about what was mentioned this week: Concrete Planters Workshop FVCC Summer 2024 Workshops Photopoetry: Montana and Beyo…
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Flathead Valley's Average Fire Outlook, Ex-Bookkeeper Embezzles from Firearm Maker, Rep. Sprunger Backs Legislature for Immigration Reform
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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman for some of this week’s biggest headlines for northwest Montana. Including hearing from local fire officials about what is potentially in store for the summer, a recent case from the U.S. Attorney General’s Office detailing a wire fraud scam and what Kalispell Republican Representative Courtnay Sprunger h…
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Conversation about Lemonade Day (interview from 2023)
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With 2024's Lemonade Day coming up on Saturday, June 22nd, we thought we should repost our interview last year to revisit the fun event! Lemonade Day Flathead started in 2020 and is a free, fun, experiential learning program that teaches youth how to start, own and operate their own business – a lemonade stand. Kalispell Chamber of Commerce Workfor…
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This week we share about the Flathead Food Truck Festival, Lemonade Day, the many live music opportunities, fire preparedness, a tea party, and treasure hunting. Learn more about what was mentioned this week: Ladies Tea at Historic Big Arm School Rummage Sale Living with Wildfire Seminar Flathead Food Truck Festival Jamie Wyman Band Live Music even…
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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over some of this week’s top stories for Northwest Montana. In Whitefish, an alleged robber held up three people at gunpoint outside a bar on Monday night. The Northwest Montana United Way is starting a relocation assistance program for homeless people who want to connect with support outside …
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Experience Whitefish Gallery Nights with captivating exhibits by Pamela Caughey and Rachel Rollins, then join Glacier Queer Alliance for lively Pride Month events. Enjoy live jazz at the Daily Inter Lake's Press Play concert and explore a pop-up market at Kalispell Center Mall. Finally, don't miss Crystal Lewis' performance at the Whitefish Perform…
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Montana snowpack rebounds, Flathead Library seeks logo input, Glacier student wins Google Contest
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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman for this week’s biggest headlines, including good news about the area’s mountain snowpack, a look at five proposed logo designs for Flathead County Library and a student from Glacier High School who took first place in Montana for Google’s national Google Doodle contest. Read more of these stories: Snowpa…
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Local Events - Family Summer Block Party, Death by Design premiere, Jerry Joseph & The Jackmormons
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Here are a few upcoming listings from our events calendar to give you some inspiration after a long weekend! This week Kalispell HEART Locker's hosting their Summer Block Party, Whitefish Theatre Company's "Death by Design" premiers, Jerry Joseph & The Jackmormons will have a two-day stint at the Northern Bar. Featured events this week: Death by De…
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Zinke Requests Proof on Immigrant Family Claims, Mystery Snails Found in Flathead Lake, West Valley Tech Levy Passes After Recount
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Despite raising the specter that a nonprofit worked with the Biden administration to relocate immigrants in the country illegally to Kalispell earlier this month, U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke has yet to produce evidence for the claim. Suspected aquarium dumping leads to mystery snails being found in Flathead Lake, a common aquarium pet in the U.S. And afte…
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Here are a few upcoming listings from our events calendar to give you some inspiration for your Memorial Day weekend planning! This week you've got to catch local storytellers, listen to aspiring songwriters to benefit North Valley Music School, jam out to a raucous cover band, and witness a tradition like no other in Bigfork. Featured events this …
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In this week’s episode, we learn about a tour of the southern border, provided by an anti-immigration group for two northwest Montana state lawmakers. Tensions rose between the State Library Commission and the Montana Library Association after a commission member compared the group to the Ku Klux Klan last week. And Glacier National Park officials …
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Local Events this Week - Live Music, Hide Tanning, Plant Swap, Silent Book Club, History Museum's Walking Tour
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Here are a few upcoming listings from our events calendar to hopefully give you some inspiration for your weekly planning! This week offers a medley of live music and some educational opportunities. Featured events this week: Tuesdays May 14, 21 & 28 - Silent Book Club Friday, May 17th - Kelly Diane performing at the Boat Club Saturday, May 18th - …
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Alleged attempted teen kidnapping, more Montana families choose homeschooling, and voters approve levy requests
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Another week in beautiful northwest Montana and the Daily Inter Lake is here to bring you news important to your community. This week we’ll hear about an arrest made after an alleged attempted kidnapping of a 16-year-old boy in Kalispell, school enrollment data that shows more Montanans are choosing to homeschool their children, and how voters in E…
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Join host Melissa Wells for the latest addition to our News Now podcast - local events in Northwest Montana! Every week, we will highlight a few listings from our events calendar, and hopefully give you some ideas about what happenings you could check out. Featured events this week: Kalispell Downtown Association's Ladies' Night Run Wild 5k and Fun…
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Smokey the Bear sign is MIA, man who threatened Tester gets jail time, vandals strike Columbia Falls wrestling club, and Habitat for Humanity makes room for Care-A-Vanners
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The Tally Lake Ranger District office has their Smokey the Bear sign stolen, a Billings man who threatened Democratic U.S. Senator Jon Tester gets two and a half years of jail time, vandals struck the Boys and Girls Club and the Ruis Wrestling Academy, and Habitat For Humanity of the Flathead Valley makes moves to accommodate more construction volu…
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