Airport receives $11M in emergency funding

Glacier Park International Airport will receive $11 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration to help with recovery from the COVID-19 outbreak.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Local crafters have homemade masks covered

Some local crafters are going one step further to help out during the COVID-19 outbreak by creating homemade protective masks for medical workers.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Animal clinics remain open for pet emergencies

The veterinary community in the Flathead knows that even amid a virus outbreak affecting humans, the valley’s animals need treatment, too.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Business closures leave thousands without jobs

Emergency closures ordered by the state of Montana and Flathead County in connection with the threat of a novel coronavirus, or COVID-19 outbreak has left scores of workers across the Flathead Valley suddenly out of a job.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council to vote on utility rate increase

After months of deliberation, the Kalispell City Council tonight will vote on adopting new utility rates and impact fees.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Potential contractors get input on bypass redesign

The process to remove a roundabout is anything but straightforward, but the Montana Department of Transportation took a step closer to taking out the Foy’s Lake Roundabout Tuesday at a listening session with three potential contractor teams for the project.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Locomotive, utility rates on work agenda

Potential changes to the city’s utility rates and impact fees continues at the Kalispell City Council work session tonight.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Family brings deep roots to trade show

The Briney family takes the “Made in Montana” label pretty seriously.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Help wanted - desperately

With the busy summer season looming, many local businesses are gearing up to meet their seasonal staffing needs. Businesses ranging from Schellinger Construction, to Backslope Brewery, to Proof Research, turned out at the Columbia Falls Job Fair Thursday to find potential employees.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Public weighs in on Kalispell utility rates

The Kalispell City Council heard dozens of public comments on proposed utility fee increases, impact fee decreases and potential apartment buildings at its meeting Monday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Hundreds of housing units proposed

Development proposals that would add hundreds of housing units in Kalispell and more than two-dozen commercial lots in North Kalispell are the focus of several public hearings before the Kalispell Planning Board on Tuesday, March 10.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Recreational vehicle franchise opens on U.S. 2 East

Blue Dog RV hopes to be the new top dog when it comes to recreational vehicle sales in Kalispell. The new dealership on U.S. 2 East opens Sunday (today) with a wide selection of vehicles and a full-service RV repair shop.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Couple opens innovative medical spa

Dori and Rob Campbell are introducing patients young and old to some of the Flathead Valley’s most innovative treatments. The husband-and-wife-duo opened All About You Wellness and Aesthetics spa in December with a suite of unique technologies and services, some of which can’t be found anywhere else in the valley.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Popular car raffle celebrates 10th anniversary

Loyalty has paid off in Kalispell Automotive Group’s annual fundraiser for local schools.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

BeeHive Homes expands to meet memory-care need

BeeHive Homes of Kalispell doubled its capacity for senior assisted living care when the business opened a new 19-room home last week.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Council, public debate sleeping in vehicles law

The Kalispell City Council revisited the city’s controversial ordinance against sleeping in vehicles on city streets during a contentious work session Monday evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Community flocks to Woodland Park to adopt waterfowl

One could say there’s no more fowl play in Kalispell’s Woodland Park.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council revisits law against sleeping in vehicles

At a work session this evening, the Kalispell City Council will revisit the controversial no sleeping in vehicles ordinance that was passed by a slim margin in October 2019. The council voted 5-3 in favor of making it a civil infraction, rather than a zoning infraction, to lodge in vehicles …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Big Mountain tree-house builder embarks on next project

Anyone who has ridden on Chair 3 at Whitefish Mountain Resort has no doubt noticed the Snow Bear Treehouses perched along the west side of the slope. The three tree-house chalets are some of the most distinctive rentals anywhere in the valley—and beyond—and now the developer behind the innovative project …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Local woman taps into virtual assistant trend

Callie Reagan is cultivating a big-city trend in the Flathead Valley with Another Hand, a one-woman virtual-assistant business.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Local supplement company gives back to troops

A nondescript building on U.S. 2 East, behind the standalone CFN gas station, is home to all the operations of a local nutrition company with a worldwide reach: 1Mission Nutrition.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council finalizes letter over public lands access

The Kalispell City Council on Tuesday approved a letter asking state and federal officials to help secure public access to local forestlands.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Fun with food boils over at ImagineIF competition

Food Network star Ted Allen wasn’t there to “chop” the participants, but young chefs still got a unique kitchen experience at ImagineIf Library’s “Chopped” cooking competition Thursday evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell awarded grant to showcase historic district

The city of Kalispell was awarded $15,000 last week to create historic district design guidelines through the Montana Department of Commerce’s Main Street Program. The program awarded a total of $118,000 to nine Montana communities for downtown revitalization projects.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Local nonprofits among specialty plates to be cut

A total of 85 specialty Montana license plates are on the chopping block because of new state legislation, including multiple specialty plates specific to the Flathead Valley.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

KGEZ radio station relocates to downtown Kalispell

Radio station 600 KGEZ moved into a new location in downtown Kalispell on Monday. The historic radio station—the second in Montana and first in the Flathead Valley—recently started broadcasting from 315 First Ave. E., known to many longtime locals as the former Saverud Paint Shop.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Popular Bigfork salon gets new owner, new name

New Image Concepts founder Sharon Tillett is leaving her Bigfork salon in good hands. On Feb. 12, her good friend and colleague, Clara Smith will move into Tillett’s space, continuing her legacy of caring for the health and wellness of men and women across the Flathead Valley.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell seeks assistance in retaining forest access

The Kalispell City Council is endeavoring to secure assistance from state and federal officials to maintain access to the forestlands Weyerhaeuser is selling off around Kalispell. At the City Council meeting Tuesday—moved from the normal Monday meeting time because of Presidents Day—the council will review a letter from Mayor Mark …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Council mulls options for Woodland Park waterfowl

Waterfowl overpopulation and associated problems at Woodland Park were the focus of a work session this week that included the Kalispell City Council, Parks and Recreation Department officials and Montana Fish,Wildlife and Parks.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Couple opens Bigfork's first pet supply store

Julie and Steve Johannes quietly opened the first pet store in Bigfork two weeks ago. “There’s not a lot of places doing what we’re doing,” Julie said.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell tech company 'hiring like crazy'

This year, WaterStreet Company is celebrating its 20th year of business in the Flathead Valley. The Kalispell technology company has quietly grown to include 80 local employees and software clients across the country.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Dog spooked by accident rescued after nine days

Hank, a chihuahua-pug mix who spent nine days and eight nights on the loose following a vehicle accident near Lakeside, was found Friday and flew home to Washington state, safe and sound, with his owner.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Workforce woes weigh heavily on business sector

The challenges of finding good workers took center stage Tuesday as various stakeholders in the Flathead Valley’s economy — from local bankers to out-of-town ski visitors — packed the Hilton Garden Inn in Kalispell for the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at the University of Montana’s Economic Outlook Seminar.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council mulls solutions for waterfowl problems

The Kalispell City Council, along the Kalispell Parks and Recreation Department, will discuss issues with the waterfowl in Woodland Park at their meeting this evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish shin-guard maker partners with soccer club in England

At Legend Soccer Company in Whitefish, the owners believe environmental sustainability is a winning strategy. The maker of bamboo shin guards recently started a partnership with the Forest Green Rovers soccer club in England, which has been dubbed the “world’s most sustainable pro soccer club.”

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Minneapolis Fed Reserve president to speak in Kalispell

Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, is holding a town hall meeting at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11 in the Logan Room at the Hilton Garden Inn in Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Roundabout opponents sound off to council

The Kalispell City Council on Monday heard from opponents of a proposed roundabout near Woodland Park.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

One-eyed hawk found after six days on the loose

After six days and an exhaustive search, Kari Gabriel has recovered the one-eyed, rough-legged hawk that has been in her care for six years. Hawkeye, who suffered brain damage from a vehicle strike in 2014, was rescued around 6 p.m. Thursday evening after she escaped from her enclosure Saturday during …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell woman asks for help finding one-eyed hawk

Hawkeye is still on the loose, probably somewhere in the Flathead Valley. No, not the Marvel superhero, but a one-eyed rough-legged hawk that escaped from its enclosure in North Kalispell during the extreme winds over the weekend.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Airport traffic increases 16% in 2019

Glacier Park International Airport had 356,000 enplanements throughout 2019, up 16% from the year before.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Charlie Wong reopens six months after car crash

Charlie Wong restaurant in Evergreen reopened Jan. 13, six months after the dining room was heavily damaged in a car accident.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Council holds hearing on stormwater plan

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public hearing on the city’s stormwater sampling plan at its meeting this evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Options on the table for Kalispell Bypass Project

The Spring Creek Room at the Hampton Inn was abuzz with traffic — pedestrian traffic — as Montana Department of Transportation officials discussed plans to redesign the southern portion of the U.S. 93 Alternate Route Thursday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Foy's Lake roundabout removal could happen this fall

The Montana Department of Transportation sent out the Requirement for Qualifications for contractors to redesign the Foy’s Lake Road roundabout on Wednesday. Soliciting input from contractors is a major step forward in the process to remove the roundabout and reconstruct the intersection, which could see construction starting as early as …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Lemonade Day gives boost to young entrepreneurs

Summer is still months away, but young entrepreneurs in Kalispell are already getting started on lemonade stands.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish vet opens integrative animal clinic

Animal lovers know every pet is special, so Dr. Heather McEvoy is offering treatment options as unique as each pet at her new business, Flathead Veterinary Wellness & Rehabilitation Center.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Family Dollar opens Evergreen store

Family Dollar opens in Evergreen today. The discount variety store will be open seven days a week at 2185 U.S. 2 East.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council finalizing water, sewer rate increases

The Kalispell City Council tonight will continue discussions about water and sewer rate increases during its work session tonight.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish Mountain director brings global ski experience to the job

Bill Cubbage has a comment for just about every member of the Whitefish Mountain Resort staff as he zips around Big Mountain, whether it’s a compliment for a liftie’s well-constructed dismount ramp or a friendly greeting for a patroller checking on guests. Although he doesn’t quite know every single staff …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Flathead firearms industry saw mixed results in 2019

Flathead Valley firearms manufacturers were out in force at the annual Shot Show in Las Vegas from Jan. 21 to 24. The firearms industry’s signature event introduces the latest technology in guns and accessories, and this year’s gathering presented an opportunity for some local manufacturers to capitalize on new developments …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell bakery reopens after renovations

For the past few weeks, the papered-up windows at Ceres Bakery may have caused a few passersby to worry over the fate of the popular Kalispell bakery. But after closing for two weeks of renovations, Ceres has reopened with a facelift and a continuation of its favorite offerings.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

'Trump Slump' affects some small firearms sellers

Firearm sales increased slightly in 2019 as retailers across the country continue to struggle with a general slump that has plagued the industry since 2016.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell OKs updated construction standards

The Kalispell City Council approved updates to the city’s design and construction standards at its Tuesday evening meeting, along with two other resolutions.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Stillwater Bend gets thumbs-up from the Kalispell Planning Board

The Kalispell Planning Board last week recommended approval of amended plans for a commercial development known as Stillwater Bend Phase 1 along U.S. 93 North.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

New owner purchases grocery store, brewery properties

The properties housing Great Northern Brewing Co. and Markus Foods in downtown Whitefish are under new property management, and while the new owners intend to retain Markus Foods as a grocery store, future plans for the brewery building aren’t as clear-cut.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council to vote on construction standard update

The Kalispell City Council is poised to vote Tuesday on an update of the city’s design and construction standards.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

New winery to use Montana-grown grapes

White Raven Winery will be the epitome of a home-grown business when the new winery opens this spring.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Popular brewery, grocery store have new owners

Great Northern Brewing Co. and Markus Foods in downtown Whitefish are under new property management, and while the new owners intend to retain Markus Foods as a grocery store, future plans for the brewery aren’t as clear-cut.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell continues utility rate discussion

The Kalispell City Council will meet tonight to continue its discussions of an update to the city’s utility fees.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Board to consider North Kalispell commercial project

The Kalispell Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a planned-unit development for Phase 1 of the Stillwater Bend development at 6 p.m. Tuesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

New fitness center opens near Silverbrook

Just in time for New Year’s resolutions, Bigfork native Stacy Delorme is bringing a new fitness option to the Flathead Valley. On Jan. 3, she opened World Gym Kalispell, the first Montana franchise of the international gym chain founded by well-known Los Angeles bodybuilder Joe Gold.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Hatchet-throwing trend comes to Whitefish

At Hank’s Hatchets in Whitefish, they’re giving the ax to traditional pastimes.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Election, workforce are key issues for business sector

Chambers of Commerce from Kalispell to Mexico City expressed optimism in the face of a somewhat uncertain business climate during a viewing party Thursday of the annual United States Chamber’s State of American Business address at Applied Materials’ packaging, plates and cleaning facility in Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Waterfront sales down in 2019, but still strong

Waterfront real estate sales on Flathead Lake were strong throughout 2019, although not as strong as 2018, according to data from the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell OKs first reading of Airport Road project

The Kalispell City Council — with new council members Ryan Hunter, Sid Daoud and Sam Nunnally on board for their first meeting — on Monday approved the first reading of a long-awaited fix for the 18th Street West and Airport Road junction. Mayor Mark Johnson was absent.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

New Sparrow's Nest director has background in nonprofit work

Having grown up in the Flathead Valley, Rachelle Morehead wanted to come home and help the youth in her community. At the end of December, she had the opportunity to pursue this goal as the new executive director of Sparrow’s Nest, the only home for unaccompanied homeless youth in the …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell poised to OK Airport Road traffic project

The Kalispell City Council will welcome incoming council members Sid Daoud, Ryan Hunter and Sam Nunnally at its meeting tonight.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Full-production winery opening in Whitefish

Nicole Erickson hopes to create a welcoming atmosphere as she opens Whitefish’s first full-production winery.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Old Navy coming to North Kalispell

Old Navy plans to build a new store in North Kalispell, on the south side of Hobby Lobby at 2250 U.S. 93 North.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Flathead Valley real estate prices up 8.5% in 2019

Local housing prices generally trended upward in 2019, according to statistics through November from the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Former car dealer opens outdoor store

True Water Fly Shop is a new Kalispell business with a familiar face.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Luxury condo development planned for former Alpinglow site

After sitting vacant for years, the site of the former Alpinglow Inn on Big Mountain could soon be redeveloped.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Luxury condos planned for former Alpinglow site

After sitting vacant for years, the site of the former Alpinglow Inn on Big Mountain could soon be redeveloped. Canadian developers Reid Keebaugh, Jason Ortt and Jordan Guistini have proposed to begin construction on a new luxury condominium resort known as Landmark Whitefish on the slope-side property in the spring.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Accolades roll in for accomplished young artist

Ava Hall might seem a little young to be tasked with creating the company Christmas card for Fidelity National Title, but the Swan River School eighth-grader has plenty of experience to draw on.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Historic laundry celebrates 100 years

It may not seem as pressing as the need for food or shelter, but clean clothes are a basic necessity for most people. It’s a need that has kept the High Country Linen building churning out fresh, clean laundry and linens for a century.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

4-H members sew dolls for young hospital patients

Sewing isn’t going out of style for members of local 4-H clubs.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Blended security lanes coming to Glacier airport

Glacier Park International Airport will begin using “blended” security lanes starting during the holiday season rush, the Transportation Security Administration announced Tuesday. Small airports that don’t have a dedicated TSA Pre-check lane will use blended lanes to provide TSA Pre-check screening for eligible travelers and their carry-on luggage.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

City renews tourism business improvement district

The Kalispell City Council unanimously approved the re-establishment of the Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District at its meeting Monday night.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell on track to renew tourism district

The Kalispell City Council will decide whether to re-establish the Tourism Business Improvement District at its meeting this evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Food truck lands between brewery, winery

Tony Traina made his first Cubano sandwich on the fly when someone ordered it at the grand opening of his Fork in the Road food truck two years ago. Since then, the sandwich has become the most sought-after item on his menu, and the small business has expanded from a …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Former CHS store to be renovated for offices, restaurant

Bridgewater LLC has purchased the now-defunct CHS property at 120 W. Idaho St. and plans to turn it into a multi-use office building.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Northern Plastics to take remaining rail park space

Northern Plastics Inc. announced Thursday the company will relocate to the Glacier Rail Park in Kalispell, a move that will fill up the remaining space at the new industrial park off Whitefish Stage Road.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell reiterates stand against white supremacist activity

Concerns about white supremacist activity in the city took center stage at the Kalispell City Council meeting on Dec. 2.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell looks at updates for construction standards

The Kalispell City Council will take up the topic of updating standards for design and construction at its work session this evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

City holds meet-and-greet for planning director finalists

The Kalispell Planning Department is hosting an informal meet and greet event with the two finalists for the city’s planning director position at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, in the City Council Chambers, 201 First Ave. E. The event precedes the City Council’s work session in the same location …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Firehouse Subs opens new location in North Kalispell

Firehouse Subs opened Saturday in North Kalispell next to Coldstone Creamery. It’s the second Montana location for the national sub chain known for its hot sandwiches and charity foundation.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Popular summer market open year-round

The team behind The Market Beautiful is putting down roots in downtown Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Snowline Acres relocates and reconstructs historic Kalispell Lumber building

The new Snowline Acres building along the east side of U.S. 93 South in Kalispell might cause drivers to do a double-take. Not only is the impressive gable-roofed building a massive new addition to the South Kalispell landscape, but it’s also a familiar icon to many local residents.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Skiers unfazed by meager snow cover on opening day

For a handful of skiers, the ski season at Whitefish Mountain Resort started hours before the first chair ascended Big Mountain at 9:30 a.m. Friday. By 8 a.m., there were already enough anxious skiers and snowboarders to fill up about 20 chairs, and a few dedicated riders arrived at 4:30 …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Vandals target Kalispell monument again

The Community Spirit Monument in Woodland Park was vandalized again around Thanksgiving, this time by swastikas spray-painted on the monument’s sign.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell mulls water, sewer rate increases

The Kalispell City Council held a lengthy work session last week to discuss proposed increases in city utility rates.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Evergreen espresso stand offers delivery service

The Steam Room in Evergreen, a popular drive-thru espresso stand, just celebrated its second anniversary thanks to a unique approach to the coffee hut trend.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

City Brew opens at high-traffic junction in Evergreen

City Brew opened a new coffee shop on the corner of Montana 35 and U.S. 2 in Evergreen in late October. The new shop on the busy corner across from Snappy Sport Senter includes a drive-thru, café and outdoor patio.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Planning Director retires after 36 years

After more than 30 years of planning the future of Kalispell and Flathead County, Kalispell Planning Director Tom Jentz is wrapping up a plan of his own. The longtime local planner will be retiring on Dec. 5.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council to vote on amendment to agreement regarding Gateway assets

At tonight’s meeting, the Kalispell City Council will vote on an amendment to the memorandum of understanding between the city of Kalispell and Flathead County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) regarding the transfer of Gateway Community Center assets.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Store fills up Whitefish Shopko building

Amy and Kirk Ericksen have big plans for their spacious new store in the former home of Shopko in Whitefish. Home Consignment and Auctions is their third store in two years, and they hope the new building will finally provide enough space for their ever-expanding inventory.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork skincare company offers Montana's 'good stuff'

The Good Stuff Botanicals focuses on all things simple, and this includes the grassroots operation behind its renowned skincare products.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Historic Eureka ranch honored by Cowboy Hall of Fame

At Quirk Cattle Co. near Eureka, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Pier 1 to close Kalispell store in February

Pier 1 is the latest large retail store to announce it is leaving the Flathead Valley.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Small Business Saturday celebrates 10th year

Shopping small has become a big deal in the Flathead Valley.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Council discusses updating utility fees, TIF funding

The Kalispell City Council will discuss an ongoing study to update city water and sewer rates at tonight’s work session. The process to update Kalispell utility rates began in September and the council plans to propose adopting the new rates in March 2020.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Roving restaurant moves into Bigfork

After carting their smoked meats around the valley for years, Porteus BBQ has settled down in Bigfork. The well-known barbecue purveyor held a grand opening in the former Montana Club building on Montana 35 in October.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council OKs first responder equipment purchases

The Kalispell City Council approved various new equipment additions for the city’s first responders at its Monday meeting.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Sales brisk for units in senior community

The first building is still months from completion, but many of the units in The Woodlands active adult condominium community in Evergreen have already been sold sight-unseen.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

The Northern celebrates 100 years behind the bar

Like a lot of memories formed over a few drinks at the Great Northern Bar and Grill, the precise history of the iconic Whitefish watering hole is somewhat hazy and imprecise, but legendary all the same.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell eyes investment in first responder equipment

The Kalispell City Council will consider adding new equipment for the city’s first responders at its meeting tonight.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Great Northern celebrates 100 years - or so

Like a lot of memories formed over a few drinks at The Great Northern Bar and Grill, the precise history of the iconic Whitefish watering hole is somewhat hazy and imprecise, but legendary all the same.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

High-end kitchen store opens in Whitefish

Julie Hickethier has cooking down to a science.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Entrepreneurial couple operate a mix of businesses on their West Valley ranch

On their 28-acre West Valley ranch, Randy and Renee Downing lead humble lives with a focus on simplicity, though their thriving business suggests there’s also some entrepreneurial fortitude in the mix.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Mother-daughter duo share rodeo queen history

For Nuggett and Talli Carmalt, rodeo royalty travels by bloodline.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

New construction, rehab projects win city architecture awards

The Kalispell Architectural Review Committee will recognize some of the highlights of the city’s recent growth by presenting architectural awards at the Kalispell City Council meeting Monday. The awards acknowledge quality new buildings constructed throughout 2017 and 2018.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork schools on lockdown following casino robbery

Bigfork schools were on lockdown Tuesday as the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office looked for a suspect in an armed robbery that occurred Tuesday morning at the Jackpot Casino in Bigfork.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

New pub puts focus on customer needs

Francois Zanni and Christpher Languein bring decades of restaurateur experience to the new First Avenue Taphouse, but they have made it clear the customers are in charge of shaping the restaurant’s identity.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Taco Bell coming to C-Falls

Columbia Falls residents can look forward to more Mexican food in their neighborhood next year. Taco Bell plans to open a new location in Columbia Falls, although the upcoming restaurant is months away from serving up its first batch of tacos.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

City tourism district could be renewed after expiration

The Kalispell City Council is gearing up to extend the life of the city’s Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Whitefish tech business part of showcase

Whitefish tech startup Tourbase is set to compete with 11 other Montana-based startups in the second-annual Early Stage Montana Statewide Showcase on Nov. 7 in Missoula.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Kalispell council poised to award $286,079 for new vehicles

The Kalispell City Council will consider awarding $286,079 for multiple vehicles at its meeting tonight.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Construction starts on Eagle Valley Ranch

Construction is underway on the first of multiple apartment buildings planned for property north of Kalispell near Rose Crossing.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

New boutique bills itself as 'lifestyle shop'

Everything is by design at a new boutique shop on Electric Avenue. Kathleen Hennen hand-picks or hand-makes all of the products she sells at Bigfork Design, with items ranging from tables to T-shirts. “I really want to believe in what I buy,” she said. “I won’t sell anything I wouldn’t …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Construction starts on Eagle Valley Ranch

Construction is underway on the first of multiple apartment buildings planned for property north of Kalispell near Rose Crossing.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

New boutique bills itself as 'lifestyle shop'

Everything is by design at a new boutique shop on Electric Avenue. Kathleen Hennen hand-picks or hand-makes all of the products she sells at Bigfork Design, with items ranging from tables to T-shirts. “I really want to believe in what I buy,” she said. “I won’t sell anything I wouldn’t …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Boutique offers handmade furniture and more

Everything is by design at a new boutique shop on Electric Avenue. Kathleen Hennen hand-picks or hand-makes all of the products she sells at Bigfork Design, with items ranging from tables to T-shirts.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Proposed Conrad Drive roundabout focus of open house

There will be an open house for a proposed roundabout project at the intersection of Woodland Avenue, Second Street East and Conrad Drive from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Kalispell City Council Chambers, 201 First Ave. E.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Proposed Conrad Drive roundabout focus of open house

There will be an open house for a proposed roundabout project at the intersection of Woodland Avenue, Second Street East and Conrad Drive from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Kalispell City Council Chambers, 201 First Ave. E.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

CHS closing downtown grain elevator; begins move to rail park

CHS will stop operating its downtown Kalispell grain elevator by the end of the week, according to CHS Mountain West Co-op General Manager Mark Lalum.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

MontanaSky installs downtown fiber-optic line

MontanaSky is in the process of installing fiber-optic cables through downtown Columbia Falls to provide faster and more reliable internet service to local businesses.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Kalispell mayor condemns vandalism, bigotry

The Kalispell City Council discussed homelessness, a recent spike in vandalism and other issues at a brief meeting Tuesday evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

MontanaSky installs downtown fiber-optic line

MontanaSky is in the process of installing fiber-optic cables through downtown Columbia Falls to provide faster and more reliable internet service to local businesses.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Kalispell mayor condemns vandalism, bigotry

The Kalispell City Council discussed homelessness, a recent spike in vandalism and other issues at a brief meeting Tuesday evening.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

CHS closing downtown grain elevator; begins move to rail park

CHS will stop operating its downtown Kalispell grain elevator by the end of the week, according to CHS Mountain West Co-op General Manager Mark Lalum.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Longtime massage therapist trains next generation

Michael Eayrs’ healing touch has been felt across the state.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

City holds hearing on new stormwater ordinance

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public hearing tonight on a new, more comprehensive stormwater ordinance.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Longtime massage therapist trains next generation

Michael Eayrs’ healing touch has been felt across the state.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

City holds hearing on new stormwater ordinance

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public hearing tonight on a new, more comprehensive stormwater ordinance.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Whitefish startup competes in statewide contest

Whitefish tech startup Tourbase is set to compete with 11 other Montana-based startups in the second-annual Early Stage Montana Statewide Showcase on Nov. 7 in Missoula.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Ciao interior designer wins prestigious award

Kalispell-based interior designer Les Bernabi recently won a Designer of the Year award for 2019 from the Interior Design Society.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Whitefish startup competes in statewide contest

Whitefish tech startup Tourbase is set to compete with 11 other Montana-based startups in the second-annual Early Stage Montana Statewide Showcase on Nov. 7 in Missoula.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Ciao interior designer wins prestigious award

Kalispell-based interior designer Les Bernabi recently won a Designer of the Year award for 2019 from the Interior Design Society.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Council making progress on 'malfunction junction' redesign

The Kalispell City Council worked on the nuts and bolts of a proposed redesign of Airport Road, First Avenue West and 16th Street — Kalispell’s own ‘malfunction junction’ — at its Oct. 14 work session.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Timber tour connects residents to their roots

Since 1997, the Flathead Timber Tour has been helping local residents see the forest for the trees.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Renovations underway on Gateway Center's east parking lot

Renovations have started on an approximately $450,000 project to overhaul the east-side parking lot of the Gateway Community Center in Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Renovations underway on Gateway Center's east parking lot

Renovations have started on an approximately $450,000 project to overhaul the east-side parking lot of the Gateway Community Center in Kalispell.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Council making progress on 'malfunction junction' redesign

The Kalispell City Council worked on the nuts and bolts of a proposed redesign of Airport Road, First Avenue West and 16th Street — Kalispell’s own ‘malfunction junction’ — at its Oct. 14 work session.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Timber tour connects residents to their roots

Since 1997, the Flathead Timber Tour has been helping local residents see the forest for the trees.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Interior activities generated $3 billion in Montana last year

The U.S. Department of the Interior’s activities in energy, recreation, non-fuel minerals, irrigation and conservation contributed to $3 billion in economic activity and 25,000 jobs in Montana in fiscal year 2018, according to the department’s economic report released Tuesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Interior activities generated $3 billion in Montana last year

The U.S. Department of the Interior’s activities in energy, recreation, non-fuel minerals, irrigation and conservation contributed to $3 billion in economic activity and 25,000 jobs in Montana in fiscal year 2018, according to the department’s economic report released Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO

Kalispell council mulls $2M intersection project

The Kalispell City Council will discuss a $2 million intersection improvement project, as well as city bike racks and the city’s agreement with the City-County Board of Health at a work session this evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell council mulls $2M intersection project

The Kalispell City Council will discuss a $2 million intersection improvement project, as well as city bike racks and the city’s agreement with the City-County Board of Health at a work session this evening.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Whitefish clinics plan expansion to C-Falls

Glacier Medical Associates and OrthoRehab Physical Therapy of Whitefish are eyeing Plum Creek Timber Co.’s former office complex in Columbia Falls — known as the “Cedar Palace” — for a full-service medical clinic, but the zoning on the property needs to be changed to accommodate such a business use.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Roundabout eyed for Woodland, Conrad Drive intersection

The Montana Department of Transportation is working with the city of Kalispell on a proposed project to build a “mini-roundabout” at the awkward intersection of Woodland Avenue and Second Street East/Conrad Drive.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Whitefish clinics plan expansion to C-Falls

Glacier Medical Associates and OrthoRehab Physical Therapy of Whitefish are eyeing Plum Creek Timber Co.’s former office complex in Columbia Falls — known as the “Cedar Palace” — for a full-service medical clinic, but the zoning on the property needs to be changed to accommodate such a business use.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Roundabout eyed for Woodland, Conrad Drive intersection

The Montana Department of Transportation is working with the city of Kalispell on a proposed project to build a “mini-roundabout” at the awkward intersection of Woodland Avenue and Second Street East/Conrad Drive.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Rural church embarks on activity center addition

Stillwater Free Lutheran Church will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 9,000-square-foot activity center at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Dog takes car for a spin in Kalispell

Local motorists may have done a double-take Thursday afternoon when they saw a dog — yes, a dog — driving its owner’s car on U.S. 93 North, according to Kalispell Police Department Sgt. Chad Fetveit.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Smart Foodservice opens today in Evergreen

Smart Foodservice Warehouse Store in Evergreen will hold its grand opening from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Rural church embarks on activity center addition

Stillwater Free Lutheran Church will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 9,000-square-foot activity center at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Smart Foodservice opens today in Evergreen

Smart Foodservice Warehouse Store in Evergreen will hold its grand opening from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Dog takes car for a spin in Kalispell

Local motorists may have done a double-take Thursday afternoon when they saw a dog — yes, a dog — driving its owner’s car on U.S. 93 North, according to Kalispell Police Department Sgt. Chad Fetveit.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New law against living in cars narrowly OK'd

A controversial ordinance making it a civil infraction to live and sleep in vehicles on city streets narrowly won final approval from the Kalispell City Council on Monday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New law against living in cars narrowly OK'd

A controversial ordinance making it a civil infraction to live and sleep in vehicles on city streets narrowly won final approval from the Kalispell City Council on Monday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City to hold second reading on lodging in cars

The Kalispell City Council will have its second reading on the controversial decision to make it a civil infraction to lodge in vehicles on city streets this evening, along with decisions on a number of other council items.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City to hold second reading on lodging in cars

The Kalispell City Council will have its second reading on the controversial decision to make it a civil infraction to lodge in vehicles on city streets this evening, along with decisions on a number of other council items.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Senior-focused 'transition services' firm expands to Flathead

Caring Transitions Western Montana, a moving service specializing in senior relocations, is expanding its Flathead Valley services with a full Kalispell team. Mike Fikany and Stefanie Silvan opened a Missoula location of the national “transition services” company in May 2018 before expanding to the Flathead Valley.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Senior-focused 'transition services' firm expands to Flathead

Caring Transitions Western Montana, a moving service specializing in senior relocations, is expanding its Flathead Valley services with a full Kalispell team. Mike Fikany and Stefanie Silvan opened a Missoula location of the national “transition services” company in May 2018 before expanding to the Flathead Valley.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SkyWest ground handlers leaving GPI this winter

SkyWest Airlines will be transitioning to a new ground handling service this winter at Glacier Park International Airport, the company said in a statement Wednesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Community Spirit Monument targeted by vandalism

Benches and signs around the Community Spirit Monument in Woodland Park have been repeatedly vandalized in recent weeks, according to Kalispell Public Works Director Chad Fincher.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SkyWest ground handlers leaving GPI this winter

SkyWest Airlines will be transitioning to a new ground handling service this winter at Glacier Park International Airport, the company said in a statement Wednesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Community Spirit Monument targeted by vandalism

Benches and signs around the Community Spirit Monument in Woodland Park have been repeatedly vandalized in recent weeks, according to Kalispell Public Works Director Chad Fincher.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Local blackout for DIRECTV customers drags on

A dispute between AT&T and local television stations has left viewers in the dark over the past few weeks for some of the season’s most popular programming, including local college football and NFL games.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Local blackout for DIRECTV customers drags on

A dispute between AT&T and local television stations has left viewers in the dark over the past few weeks for some of the season’s most popular programming, including local college football and NFL games.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell pet store focuses on 'holistic, all natural' products

The latest addition to the Treeline Drive development north of Kalispell is a pet store, but you might not know it from talking to the staff.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Whitefish kitchen touts 'clean eating'

Stefanie Bridges is a rebel with a cause: to supply Whitefish with a healthy lunch option.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kalispell pet store focuses on 'holistic, all natural' products

The latest addition to the Treeline Drive development north of Kalispell is a pet store, but you might not know it from talking to the staff.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Whitefish kitchen touts 'clean eating'

Stefanie Bridges is a rebel with a cause: to supply Whitefish with a healthy lunch option.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Corwin Auto Group takes reins of Eisinger dealerships

The Kalispell Chevrolet and Honda dealerships previously known as Eisinger Motors and Eisinger Honda are now under the names Corwin Motors and Corwin Honda of Kalispell.

THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City to work on stormwater management program

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session tonight to discuss the city’s stormwater management program. The work session will provide an overview of the future of the program and include time for the public to comment on the system.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City to work on stormwater management program

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session tonight to discuss the city’s stormwater management program. The work session will provide an overview of the future of the program and include time for the public to comment on the system.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Main Street event center offers slate of all-ages activities

After nearly 40 years of combined experience working with children, Sherri Sanders and Brenna Neater are adding another side to their childcare business — the Wild Side.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Real estate sales up across Flathead Lake

Real estate sales of Flathead Lake properties have shown a general increase compared to last year’s numbers, according to the August Flathead Lake Real Estate News Waterfront Market Report.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Worst summer yet for seasonal staffing shortage

Summer 2019 was a great season for business, but a hard time for the businesses themselves. From Bigfork to Whitefish, employers confronted a workforce shortage more extreme than they had ever experienced before. Even as business boomed, many managers and owners resorted to cutting hours and services to meet the …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Condon store rebuilt after fire is full of surprises

Condon seems like an unlikely spot to find edamame hummus, but the rebuilt and revitalized Mission Mountains Mercantile carries specialty foods like this and much more.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Small farmers open bed and breakfast, cafe

The Peerman family is proving size doesn’t matter when running a successful local business.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Worst summer yet for seasonal staffing shortage

Summer 2019 was a great season for business, but a hard time for the businesses themselves. From Bigfork to Whitefish, employers confronted a workforce shortage more extreme than they had ever experienced before. Even as business boomed, many managers and owners resorted to cutting hours and services to meet the …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Main Street event center offers slate of all-ages activities

After nearly 40 years of combined experience working with children, Sherri Sanders and Brenna Neater are adding another side to their childcare business — the Wild Side.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Real estate sales up across Flathead Lake

Real estate sales of Flathead Lake properties have shown a general increase compared to last year’s numbers, according to the August Flathead Lake Real Estate News Waterfront Market Report.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Condon store rebuilt after fire is full of surprises

Condon seems like an unlikely spot to find edamame hummus, but the rebuilt and revitalized Mission Mountains Mercantile carries specialty foods like this and much more.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Small farmers open bed and breakfast, cafe

The Peerman family is proving size doesn’t matter when running a successful local business.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

No headline

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

No headline

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

No headline

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

No headline

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City OKs law against lodging in cars

The Kalispell City Council on Monday narrowly approved an ordinance making it a civil infraction to lodge in vehicles on city streets.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City OKs law against lodging in cars

The Kalispell City Council on Monday narrowly approved an ordinance making it a civil infraction to lodge in vehicles on city streets.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Whitefish summit aims to tackle staffing shortage

Seasonal staffing has been a persistent challenge for Flathead Valley businesses. The Whitefish Chamber of Commerce will look to address this dilemma at their first Summer Staffing Summit on Tuesday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City considers new civil infractions

The Kalispell City Council will discuss a number of potential ordinances that would establish additional civil infractions at tonight’s meeting.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish summit aims to tackle staffing shortage

Seasonal staffing has been a persistent challenge for Flathead Valley businesses. The Whitefish Chamber of Commerce will look to address this dilemma at their first Summer Staffing Summit on Tuesday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City considers new civil infractions

The Kalispell City Council will discuss a number of potential ordinances that would establish additional civil infractions at tonight’s meeting.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Shop expects 'new type of clientele' in North Kalispell

Riddle’s Jewelry has relocated from Kalispell Center Mall to a new location on U.S. 93 North, between MOD Pizza and T-Mobile.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Coffee Traders barista to compete at national event

Barista Andy Hao has been supplying Whitefish with specialty coffee for over a year now, but soon he will take his talents to the national level.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Eclectic record shop moves to Whitefish storefront

After 15 years and nearly as many moves, Spanky Guzman believes she has found her record store’s forever home.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Shop expects 'new type of clientele' in North Kalispell

Riddle’s Jewelry has relocated from Kalispell Center Mall to a new location on U.S. 93 North, between MOD Pizza and T-Mobile.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Eclectic record shop moves to Whitefish storefront

After 15 years and nearly as many moves, Spanky Guzman believes she has found her record store’s forever home.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Coffee Traders barista to compete at national event

Barista Andy Hao has been supplying Whitefish with specialty coffee for over a year now, but soon he will take his talents to the national level.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Corwin Auto Group takes reins of Eisinger dealerships

The Kalispell Chevrolet and Honda dealerships previously known as Eisinger Motors and Eisinger Honda are now under the names Corwin Motors and Corwin Honda of Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Corwin Auto Group takes reins of Eisinger dealerships

The Kalispell Chevrolet and Honda dealerships previously known as Eisinger Motors and Eisinger Honda are now under the names Corwin Motors and Corwin Honda of Kalispell.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Organic farm builds giant bear-shaped maze

A giant grizzly bear can be seen prowling around Whitefish Stage Road, but there’s no need for concern. The bear is actually a massive straw bale maze, the latest creation by Whitefish Stage Organic Farms for its fall festivities.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Organic farm builds giant bear-shaped maze

A giant grizzly bear can be seen prowling around Whitefish Stage Road, but there’s no need for concern. The bear is actually a massive straw bale maze, the latest creation by Whitefish Stage Organic Farms for its fall festivities.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Nonprofit leader addresses national issues at local level

Jamie Campbell has been working for children essentially since she was a child herself.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Nonprofit leader addresses national issues at local level

Jamie Campbell has been working for children essentially since she was a child herself.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Treeline Road development adds coffee shop

Sable Coffee in North Kalispell isn’t just another coffee shop.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

International company to hire 250 employees in Kalispell

SoClean, an international medical supply company, is opening its second North American location in Kalispell in October and eventually anticipates having a workforce of “upwards of 250 or more employees.”

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

International company to hire 250 employees in Kalispell

SoClean, an international medical supply company, is opening its second North American location in Kalispell in October and eventually anticipates having a workforce of “upwards of 250 or more employees.”

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Treeline Road development adds coffee shop

Sable Coffee in North Kalispell isn’t just another coffee shop.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

First residents move into affordable C-Falls apartments

A ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at The Highline Apartments in Columbia Falls ushered in some much-needed affordable housing in the North Valley.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

First residents move into affordable C-Falls apartments

A ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at The Highline Apartments in Columbia Falls ushered in some much-needed affordable housing in the North Valley.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire and Flood to demonstrate new technology in Polson

Fire and Flood Emergency Services will hold its first U.S. demonstration of new mobile water management technology in Polson on Saturday, Sept. 7.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Event aims to bring awareness of Alzheimer's disease

On Sunday, hundreds of Flathead Valley residents will participate in the Kalispell Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The event is one of hundreds that will take place across the country “to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research,” according to the Alzheimer’s Association.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell OKs health funding increase despite concerns

The Kalispell City Council on Tuesday approved an increased mill levy for the Flathead City-County Health Department’s after mulling the request over several weeks.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Event aims to bring awareness of Alzheimer's disease

On Sunday, hundreds of Flathead Valley residents will participate in the Kalispell Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The event is one of hundreds that will take place across the country “to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research,” according to the Alzheimer’s Association.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell OKs health funding increase despite concerns

The Kalispell City Council on Tuesday approved an increased mill levy for the Flathead City-County Health Department’s after mulling the request over several weeks.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

New room sponsorship helps maintain historic home

The Conrad Mansion may be well over a century old, but there’s a new twist on fundraising at the historic Kalispell home.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

New room sponsorship helps maintain historic home

The Conrad Mansion may be well over a century old, but there’s a new twist on fundraising at the historic Kalispell home.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council to decide on increased mill levy

Due to the Labor Day holiday, the Kalispell City Council will hold its first September meeting this evening to discuss an increased mill levy and a wastewater facility update, among other city matters.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire and Flood demos new technology in Polson

Fire and Flood Emergency Services will hold its first U.S. demonstration of new mobile water management technology in Polson on Saturday, Sept. 7.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

SoClean plans to open Kalispell facility by October

SoClean, a company that sells continuous positive airwave pressure (CPAP) machines, has plans to open a facility in Kalispell that eventually will employ upwards of 250 people.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council to decide on increased mill levy

Due to the Labor Day holiday, the Kalispell City Council will hold its first September meeting this evening to discuss an increased mill levy and a wastewater facility update, among other city matters.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

SoClean plans to open Kalispell facility by October

SoClean, a company that sells continuous positive airwave pressure (CPAP) machines, has plans to open a facility in Kalispell that eventually will employ upwards of 250 people.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire and Flood demos new technology in Polson

Fire and Flood Emergency Services will hold its first U.S. demonstration of new mobile water management technology in Polson on Saturday, Sept. 7.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Entrepreneur opens eclectic community hub in Marion

Nancy Krause is bringing the world to Marion.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Entrepreneur opens eclectic community hub in Marion

Nancy Krause is bringing the world to Marion.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork brewery expands with new lounge

Flathead Lake Brewing Company is getting back to its roots as it expands into a new lower-level space known as the Cellar. The downstairs area debuted in mid-August with cozy seating, a dance floor, an outdoor deck and other new amenities.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork brewery expands with new lounge

Flathead Lake Brewing Company is getting back to its roots as it expands into a new lower-level space known as the Cellar. The downstairs area debuted in mid-August with cozy seating, a dance floor, an outdoor deck and other new amenities.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kmart closing Evergreen store by mid-December

Kmart in Evergreen will close by mid-December, the company’s public relations director announced in an email statement Friday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council still mulling health levy increase

The Kalispell City Council held a work session Monday to discuss raising the city’s mill levy to provide increased funding for the Flathead City-County Health Department. The health department has asked for a mill levy of 5.99 for fiscal year 2020, an increase from last year’s 4.9 amount.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council still mulling health levy increase

The Kalispell City Council held a work session Monday to discuss raising the city’s mill levy to provide increased funding for the Flathead City-County Health Department. The health department has asked for a mill levy of 5.99 for fiscal year 2020, an increase from last year’s 4.9 amount.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kmart closing Evergreen store by mid-December

Kmart in Evergreen will close by mid-December, the company’s public relations director announced in an email statement Friday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

American Airlines to fly direct to New York City

American Airlines will operate a direct flight from Glacier Park International Airport to New York City’s LaGuardia Airport starting next June, the airline announced Thursday.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Polson Theater breaks breaks ground on new complex

Showboat Cinemas in Polson is adding four new screens and auditoriums in the coming months.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

American Airlines to fly direct to New York City

American Airlines will operate a direct flight from Glacier Park International Airport to New York City’s LaGuardia Airport starting next June, the airline announced Thursday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

American Airlines to fly direct to New York City

American Airlines will operate a direct flight from Glacier Park International Airport to New York City’s LaGuardia Airport starting next June, the airline announced Thursday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Closures expected with Kalispell trail construction

Construction will begin on a new segment of the multi-use trail along U.S. 93 North in Kalispell on Monday, Sept. 9.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Closures expected with Kalispell trail construction

Construction will begin on a new segment of the multi-use trail along U.S. 93 North in Kalispell on Monday, Sept. 9.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Polson theater breaks ground on new complex

Showboat Cinemas in Polson is adding four new screens and auditoriums in the coming months.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Polson theater breaks ground on new complex

Showboat Cinemas in Polson is adding four new screens and auditoriums in the coming months.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council mulls increased funding for health department

The Kalispell City Council will discuss a mill levy increase that would bump up city funding for the Flathead City-County Health Department at a work session this evening.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council mulls increased funding for health department

The Kalispell City Council will discuss a mill levy increase that would bump up city funding for the Flathead City-County Health Department at a work session this evening.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

New franchise locations in North Kalispell

The latest addition to the U.S. 93 North commercial corridor in Kalispell will house a new Jimmy John’s sandwich shop and Spectrum store.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Home-care service expands, flips name

After 12 years in the Flathead Valley, Agape Home Care is expanding across Montana. The home-care service is franchising its model and rebranding under the name Epaga, or Agape spelled backward.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

New franchise locations in North Kalispell

The latest addition to the U.S. 93 North commercial corridor in Kalispell will house a new Jimmy John’s sandwich shop and Spectrum store.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Home-care service expands, flips name

After 12 years in the Flathead Valley, Agape Home Care is expanding across Montana. The home-care service is franchising its model and rebranding under the name Epaga, or Agape spelled backward.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Council approves $80 million budget

The Kalispell City Council on Monday approved a $80 million budget for fiscal year 2020, but postponed a decision on the city’s financial contribution to the Flathead City-County Health Department.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell Council approves $80 million budget

The Kalispell City Council on Monday approved a $80 million budget for fiscal year 2020, but postponed a decision on the city’s financial contribution to the Flathead City-County Health Department.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council to vote on $80M 2020 budget

The Kalispell City Council will vote tonight on an $80 million budget for fiscal year 2020. The final budget comes in almost $2 million higher than the preliminary budget proposed in July.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council to vote on $80M 2020 budget

The Kalispell City Council will vote tonight on an $80 million budget for fiscal year 2020. The final budget comes in almost $2 million higher than the preliminary budget proposed in July.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Pikachu takes the cake at fair cookie contest

The Crafty Cookie Contest at the Northwest Montana Fair has been going on longer than most of its participants have been alive.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Flood insurance company relocates Kalispell headquarters

Aon Edge Private Flood Insurance recently relocated to a new state-of-the-art facility on the west side of Kalispell. The new location at 1327 U.S. 2 West serves as the headquarters for the national private flood insurance company.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Flathead jobless rate lowest since 2008

Flathead County’s unemployment rate has dipped to its lowest point since 2008, according to Kalispell Job Service Manager Laura Gardner, who has tracked local employment trends for years.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Flathead jobless rate lowest since 2008

Flathead County’s unemployment rate has dipped to its lowest point since 2008, according to Kalispell Job Service Manager Laura Gardner, who has tracked local employment trends for years.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Pikachu takes the cake at fair cookie contest

The Crafty Cookie Contest at the Northwest Montana Fair has been going on longer than most of its participants have been alive.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Flood insurance company relocates Kalispell headquarters

Aon Edge Private Flood Insurance recently relocated to a new state-of-the-art facility on the west side of Kalispell. The new location at 1327 U.S. 2 West serves as the headquarters for the national private flood insurance company.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City of Kalispell gearing up for changes to utility rates

The Kalispell City Council is reviewing and updating its utility rates for the first time in eight years and delved into the process of setting new sewer and water rates during a work session Monday night.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell survey seeks input on trail plan

The Kalispell Planning Department is seeking participants to take a survey about walking and biking in Kalispell.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

City of Kalispell gearing up for changes to utility rates

The Kalispell City Council is reviewing and updating its utility rates for the first time in eight years and delved into the process of setting new sewer and water rates during a work session Monday night.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell survey seeks input on trail plan

The Kalispell Planning Department is seeking participants to take a survey about walking and biking in Kalispell.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bouncing bunnies hop to it in fair contest

It was a hopping good time in the Rabbit and Poultry Barn at the Northwest Montana Fair Thursday morning. Competitors ranging from young “sprouts” to experienced adults coaxed, cheered and tickled their rabbits through an obstacle course at the Rabbit Hopping Competition while a large crowd cheered on the bouncing …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bouncing bunnies hop to it in fair contest

It was a hopping good time in the Rabbit and Poultry Barn at the Northwest Montana Fair Thursday morning. Competitors ranging from young “sprouts” to experienced adults coaxed, cheered and tickled their rabbits through an obstacle course at the Rabbit Hopping Competition while a large crowd cheered on the bouncing …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Town Pump eyes zoning change for new facility

A request from Town Pump to rezone its property on the southwest corner of Cemetery Road and U.S. 93 South tops the Kalispell Planning Board agenda at tonight’s meeting. The zone change would allow them to build a new convenience store and casino on the property.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Town Pump eyes zoning change for new facility

A request from Town Pump to rezone its property on the southwest corner of Cemetery Road and U.S. 93 South tops the Kalispell Planning Board agenda at tonight’s meeting. The zone change would allow them to build a new convenience store and casino on the property.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell considers updating sewer, water rates

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session this evening to discuss a study of the city’s water and sewer rates. The meeting will include an overview of the process of analyzing the city’s current rates in order to propose updated utility rates.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell considers updating sewer, water rates

The Kalispell City Council will hold a work session this evening to discuss a study of the city’s water and sewer rates. The meeting will include an overview of the process of analyzing the city’s current rates in order to propose updated utility rates.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish boutique crosses half-century mark

The Village Shop in Whitefish is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Tami Yunck has owned the clothing store since 2006, and she said the shop has “made a lot of changes” in the past half-century.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New restaurant features traditional Vietnamese soup

Pho 888 held a delayed grand opening on July 29 after a few weeks of extra preparation, but owners Thomas and Shannon Trinh have been getting ready to open their own Vietnamese restaurant in Kalispell for far longer.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Whitefish boutique crosses half-century mark

The Village Shop in Whitefish is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Tami Yunck has owned the clothing store since 2006, and she said the shop has “made a lot of changes” in the past half-century.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New restaurant features traditional Vietnamese soup

Pho 888 held a delayed grand opening on July 29 after a few weeks of extra preparation, but owners Thomas and Shannon Trinh have been getting ready to open their own Vietnamese restaurant in Kalispell for far longer.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

KLJ Engineering tapped for transportation plan update

The Kalispell City Council on Monday selected KLJ Engineering to provide the engineering services for the Kalispell Area Transportation Plan Update.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

KLJ Engineering tapped for transportation plan update

The Kalispell City Council on Monday selected KLJ Engineering to provide the engineering services for the Kalispell Area Transportation Plan Update.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Potter's Field founder's autobiography sheds light on allegations

The Daily Inter Lake has attempted to speak with Potter’s Field Ministries founders Michael and Pam Rozell multiple times since learning about the allegations of abuse in their intern program. Ministry representatives have said the Rozells are unavailable “due to their schedules” and would like to keep their silence “out …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Potter's Field founder's autobiography sheds light on allegations

The Daily Inter Lake has attempted to speak with Potter’s Field Ministries founders Michael and Pam Rozell multiple times since learning about the allegations of abuse in their intern program. Ministry representatives have said the Rozells are unavailable “due to their schedules” and would like to keep their silence “out …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Council ponders transportation plan update

The Kalispell City Council tonight will focus on how to proceed with a long-overdue update of the city’s transportation plan.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Council ponders transportation plan update

The Kalispell City Council tonight will focus on how to proceed with a long-overdue update of the city’s transportation plan.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Vietnamese restaurant opens on busy corner

“It takes a long time, but it’s worth it,” Chi Tran said to describe the mentality of her new Vietnamese restaurant, Chi Café. This mindset not only refers to the restaurant’s months-long opening process, but also to the products she serves and her approach to the business.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Caterer switches to take-out barbecue in Whitefish

After serving the Flathead Valley barbecued meat for 15 years as a mobile caterer, Ed McGrew has transformed his business into Ed McGrew’s BBQ joint on Spokane Avenue in Whitefish.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Caterer switches to take-out barbecue in Whitefish

After serving the Flathead Valley barbecued meat for 15 years as a mobile caterer, Ed McGrew has transformed his business into Ed McGrew’s BBQ joint on Spokane Avenue in Whitefish.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Vietnamese restaurant opens on busy corner

“It takes a long time, but it’s worth it,” Chi Tran said to describe the mentality of her new Vietnamese restaurant, Chi Café. This mindset not only refers to the restaurant’s months-long opening process, but also to the products she serves and her approach to the business.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

100 Fold designs playground equipment for school

Somers Middle School received an innovative set of playground storage structures this week, courtesy of 100 Fold Studio in Lakeside.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

100 Fold designs playground equipment for school

Somers Middle School received an innovative set of playground storage structures this week, courtesy of 100 Fold Studio in Lakeside.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Economic forum addresses aging workforce

Montana’s aging workforce will continue to challenge employers, but the state’s transient nature of residents “constantly moving in and out” can work to businesses’ advantage, a top Montana economist told the audience at the Montana Chamber Foundation’s annual Economic Update Series in Kalispell Thursday.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Economic forum addresses aging workforce

Montana’s aging workforce will continue to challenge employers, but the state’s transient nature of residents “constantly moving in and out” can work to businesses’ advantage, a top Montana economist told the audience at the Montana Chamber Foundation’s annual Economic Update Series in Kalispell Thursday.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Ministries' assets to be sold following allegations of abuse

The assets of Potter’s Field Ministries, which over the course of 27 years of operation has grown to include multiple properties, vehicles and businesses, will be sold, according to the lead pastor of Godspeak Calvary Chapel, a religious nonprofit based in California that has taken over operations and ownership of …

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

J.C. Penney celebrates 105th anniversary in Kalispell

J.C. Penney Co. in Kalispell is celebrating its 105th anniversary this year, making it one of the oldest businesses in the Flathead Valley.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

J.C. Penney celebrates 105th anniversary in Kalispell

J.C. Penney Co. in Kalispell is celebrating its 105th anniversary this year, making it one of the oldest businesses in the Flathead Valley.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Montana Chamber names 2019 'Champions of Business'

Rep. Frank Garner, R-Kalispell and Sen. Dan Salomon, R-Ronan, were recognized as 2019 “Champions of Business” the Montana Chamber of Commerce.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Montana Chamber names 2019 'Champions of Business'

Rep. Frank Garner, R-Kalispell and Sen. Dan Salomon, R-Ronan, were recognized as 2019 “Champions of Business” the Montana Chamber of Commerce.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Ministries' assets to be sold

The assets of Potter’s Field Ministries, which over the course of 27 years of operation has grown to include multiple properties, vehicles and businesses, will be sold, according to the lead pastor of Godspeak Calvary Chapel, a religious nonprofit based in California that has taken over operations and ownership of …

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Ministries' assets to be sold

The assets of Potter’s Field Ministries, which over the course of 27 years of operation has grown to include multiple properties, vehicles and businesses, will be sold, according to the lead pastor of Godspeak Calvary Chapel, a religious nonprofit based in California that has taken over operations and ownership of …

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Calvary Chapel ends support of Potter's Field Ministries

The Calvary Chapel has broken its affiliation with Potter’s Field Ministries in Whitefish and the ministry’s other associated businesses and nonprofits following allegations from former ministry members who allege the founders of Potter’s Field have long incited a cult-like environment through intimidation, fear tactics and other means.

WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Calvary Chapel ends support of Potter's Field Ministries

The Calvary Chapel has broken its affiliation with Potter’s Field Ministries in Whitefish and the ministry’s other associated businesses and nonprofits following allegations from former ministry members who allege the founders of Potter’s Field have long incited a cult-like environment through intimidation, fear tactics and other means.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

MudMan shuts down abruptly after allegations by interns

Whitefish-based Potter’s Field Ministries is closing its MudMan Burgers restaurants and food trucks, and its ministry internship program amid allegations of abuse against the ministry’s interns.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Calvary Chapel ends support of Potter's Field Ministries

The Calvary Chapel has broken its affiliation with Potter’s Field Ministries in Whitefish and the ministry’s other associated businesses and nonprofits following allegations from former ministry members who allege the founders of Potter’s Field have long incited a cult-like environment through intimidation, fear tactics and other means.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council begins to tackle trail design

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public work session at 7 p.m. today to discuss Phase II of the Core Area trail design.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council begins to tackle trail design

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public work session at 7 p.m. today to discuss Phase II of the Core Area trail design.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Popular Whitefish bakery moves downtown

Fleur is blooming in downtown Whitefish. Even in the midst of a power outage an hour before closing time on Wednesday, a steady stream of customers poured into the bake shop’s new location on Central Avenue.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Popular Whitefish bakery moves downtown

Fleur is blooming in downtown Whitefish. Even in the midst of a power outage an hour before closing time on Wednesday, a steady stream of customers poured into the bake shop’s new location on Central Avenue.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork Spartan racer prepares for Kids World Championships

Ten-year-old Jaxon Moore of Bigfork recently qualified for the first-ever Kids Spartan World Championships in California, but he doesn’t train like a lot of other athletes at the global level.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bigfork Spartan racer prepares for Kids World Championships

Ten-year-old Jaxon Moore of Bigfork recently qualified for the first-ever Kids Spartan World Championships in California, but he doesn’t train like a lot of other athletes at the global level.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell picks $1.48 million plan for busy intersection

The Kalispell City Council has chosen a $1.48 million “16th Street Offset” option for traffic improvement at the problematic intersection 18th Street and Airport Road.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell picks $1.48 million plan for busy intersection

The Kalispell City Council has chosen a $1.48 million “16th Street Offset” option for traffic improvement at the problematic intersection 18th Street and Airport Road.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Airport moves forward with $100 million expansion

The Flathead Municipal Airport Authority last week approved a draft concept and budget for an expansion of Glacier Park International Airport, a project that will cost nearly $100 million.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Airport moves forward with $100 million expansion

The Flathead Municipal Airport Authority last week approved a draft concept and budget for an expansion of Glacier Park International Airport, a project that will cost nearly $100 million.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

C-Falls budget to include money for new well

The Columbia Falls City Council meets tonight to discuss its preliminary 2020 budget and various city capital improvements, including a $1.3 million project on a new well.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

C-Falls budget to include money for new well

The Columbia Falls City Council meets tonight to discuss its preliminary 2020 budget and various city capital improvements, including a $1.3 million project on a new well.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Tasting room opens in downtown Kalispell

Julie Davison opened Kalispell’s newest winery with a little help from her friends.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New Bigfork restaurant quickly gains customer base

Two o’clock on a Wednesday afternoon might seem like a slow time for a restaurant, but not for Hillside Pub and Grub. The new restaurant opened the end of May in Bigfork and has been bustling ever since.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Tasting room opens in downtown Kalispell

Julie Davison opened Kalispell’s newest winery with a little help from her friends.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New Bigfork restaurant quickly gains customer base

Two o’clock on a Wednesday afternoon might seem like a slow time for a restaurant, but not for Hillside Pub and Grub. The new restaurant opened the end of May in Bigfork and has been bustling ever since.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Winning Kalispell bike-rack designs unveiled

The Kalispell Downtown Association on Monday announced the winners of its bike-rack design competition. The creative, locally inspired bike racks will be the first project for the Kalispell Art on the Streets program.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell eyes $32.6M in wastewater facility upgrades

An updated wastewater facility plan for the city of Kalispell that anticipates roughly $32.6 million in improvements over the next five years was the focus of the Kalispell City Council’s July 8 work session.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell eyes $32.6M in wastewater facility upgrades

An updated wastewater facility plan for the city of Kalispell that anticipates roughly $32.6 million in improvements over the next five years was the focus of the Kalispell City Council’s July 8 work session.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Winning Kalispell bike-rack designs unveiled

The Kalispell Downtown Association on Monday announced the winners of its bike-rack design competition. The creative, locally inspired bike racks will be the first project for the Kalispell Art on the Streets program.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

USS Montana crew wowed by Big Sky support

Montana may be a landlocked state, but the USS Montana submarine is bringing the Big Sky to the sea.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

USS Montana crew wowed by Big Sky support

Montana may be a landlocked state, but the USS Montana submarine is bringing the Big Sky to the sea.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Apartments proposed on Woodland Drive

The Kalispell Planning Board will hold a public hearing Tuesday to consider a proposed apartment complex on Woodland Drive.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Apartments proposed on Woodland Drive

The Kalispell Planning Board will hold a public hearing Tuesday to consider a proposed apartment complex on Woodland Drive.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Dealers fill booths of antiques market

What’s new in antiques?

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Dealers fill booths of antiques market

What’s new in antiques?

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council OKs $78M preliminary budget

The Kalispell City Council on Monday approved a $78 million preliminary budget for the coming fiscal year, which is about $12 million under last year’s budget.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell council OKs $78M preliminary budget

The Kalispell City Council on Monday approved a $78 million preliminary budget for the coming fiscal year, which is about $12 million under last year’s budget.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell proposes $78M budget for 2020

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public hearing tonight to consider a $78 million preliminary budget for fiscal year 2020.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Life historian preserves people's personal stories

At Life Histories by Helen, every project is as unique as the business itself.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Life historian preserves people's personal stories

At Life Histories by Helen, every project is as unique as the business itself.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell proposes $78M budget for 2020

The Kalispell City Council will hold a public hearing tonight to consider a $78 million preliminary budget for fiscal year 2020.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New manufacturing facility opens in C-Falls

The spotted bear is a cub no more.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

290 Main Street

For the first time in over 20 years, the former CenturyLink property at 290 Main St. is available for lease.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

290 Main Street

For the first time in over 20 years, the former CenturyLink property at 290 Main St. is available for lease.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

New manufacturing facility opens in C-Falls

The spotted bear is a cub no more.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Shortage of rental cars linked to increased flights

Car-rental agencies in the Flathead Valley are scrambling to accommodate an earlier and heavier influx of seasonal visitors than the area has seen in past years.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell plans build-out of City Hall's top floor

The city of Kalispell plans to spend about $200,000 in the coming budget year to build out the top floor of Kalispell City Hall to provide more office and conference-room space.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Shortage of rental cars linked to increased flights

Car-rental agencies in the Flathead Valley are scrambling to accommodate an earlier and heavier influx of seasonal visitors than the area has seen in past years.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Kalispell plans build-out of City Hall's top floor

The city of Kalispell plans to spend about $200,000 in the coming budget year to build out the top floor of Kalispell City Hall to provide more office and conference-room space.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Store adds appliances in major remodel

A month-long remodel of the Kalispell Best Buy store has introduced a completely redesigned layout and household appliances that offer cutting-edge technology.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Store adds appliances in major remodel

A month-long remodel of the Kalispell Best Buy store has introduced a completely redesigned layout and household appliances that offer cutting-edge technology.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO