Daily Inter Lake
JACK UNDERHILL
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KALISPELL GOVERNMENT, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION REPORTER
Jack Underhill covers Kalispell city government, housing and transportation for the Daily Inter Lake. His reporting focuses on how local policy decisions affect residents and the rapidly growing Flathead Valley. Underhill has reported on housing challenges, infrastructure issues and regional service providers across Montana. His work also includes accountability reporting on complex community issues and public institutions. Originally from Massachusetts, Underhill graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a degree in Journalism before joining the Inter Lake. In his free time, Underhill enjoys mountain biking around the valley, skiing up on Big Mountain or exploring Glacier National Park.
IMPACT: Jack’s work helps residents understand how growth, housing and infrastructure decisions affect the future of their community.
ARTICLES BY JACK UNDERHILL
Kalispell City Council considers doubling salaries after decades without a raise
Kalispell City Council is expected to vote Monday on a proposal to double their salaries, marking the first change in pay in nearly 30 years.
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Where everybody knows everybody: Charlo's enduring charm
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Against the current: Charlo shrimp farmer rebuilds after winning a three-year fight to be recognized as a farm
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Cause of fatal structure fire in Kalispell under investigation
Authorities confirmed that one man died in the multi-alarm fire that tore through the structure on Fenn Way on Tuesday morning.
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Kalispell City Council asks for more detailed investment strategy in Parks Master Plan
City Councilors on Monday said Kalispell’s forthcoming Parks and Recreation Master Plan lacks the level of detail needed to guide future investments.
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Authorities investigate possible fatality in Kalispell structure fire
Authorities were investigating whether someone died in a structure fire at a roofing business Tuesday morning in Kalispell.
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Samaritan House pauses shelter operations to tackle long-needed repairs
The Samaritan House temporarily ceased operations at its emergency shelter earlier this month to address much-needed renovations.
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Resilience under pressure: Kalispell officer named Montana Officer of the Year
Within a span of weeks, 41-year-old Justin Turner managed the aftermath of a shocking alleged murder-suicide, saved his young son from nearly drowning, and oversaw the response to a fiery plane wreck.
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New parks master plan focuses on upkeep of existing amenities in Kalispell
As Kalispell's new Parks and Recreation Master Plan nears final approval, the document prioritizes investing in existing parks before pursuing major expansions or new amenities.
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Yukon Tire and Suspension brings years of experience to Evergreen
Bill Mueller brought years of tire and suspension experience to Evergreen when he opened his business in April.
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Hanging on: Point of Rocks reveals a hidden trove of climbing
Relentless potholes toss my pickup from side to side as I rumble down the dirt road. Gray clouds loom overhead, taunting me with a downpour, but I try to stay optimistic. Spring rock climbing is always a gamble.
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Hanging on: Point of Rocks reveals a hidden trove of climbing
Relentless potholes toss my pickup from side to side as I rumble down the dirt road. Gray clouds loom overhead, taunting me with a downpour, but I try to stay optimistic. Spring rock climbing is always a gamble.
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Suspect arrested after fleeing traffic stop in Kalispell
Authorities engaged in a vehicle pursuit through Kalispell on Wednesday morning that ended in an arrest.
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Kalispell City Council approves utility plans, learns it missed out on funding for US 93 Bypass
Kalispell City Council on Monday night adopted updated plans for future infrastructure improvements to the municipality's water and wastewater systems.
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