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TAYLOR INMAN

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REPORTER AND PODCAST HOST

Taylor Inman covers Bigfork and the north shore of Flathead Lake for the Bigfork Eagle and the Daily Inter Lake. Her reporting focuses on local government, community issues and the people who shape life in Northwest Montana. Inman began her journalism career at Murray State University’s public radio newsroom and later reported for WKMS, where her work aired on National Public Radio. In addition to reporting, she hosts and contributes to Daily Inter Lake podcasts including News Now. Her work connects listeners and readers with the stories shaping communities across the Flathead Valley.

IMPACT: Taylor’s work expands local journalism through both traditional reporting and digital storytelling.

ARTICLES BY TAYLOR INMAN

Rocky Mountain Outfitter marks five decades of serving outdoor enthusiasts

What sells most has changed through the decades, like kayaks from the 1990s through the early 2010s to backcountry ski equipment in recent years. But the selection of brands and expertise is what keeps people coming in the doors.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 DAYS, 15 HOURS AGO

Under the Big Sky returns to the Flathead Valley this weekend

Crowds have already arrived in the Flathead Valley for Under the Big Sky, the annual summertime music festival that takes place July 17, 18 and 19.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 DAYS, 15 HOURS AGO

St. Peters Health in Helena and Billings Clinic-Logan Health explore tighter bonds

St. Peters Health and Billings Clinic-Logan Health are exploring ways to expand the organizations’ partnership, representatives from both healthcare systems said Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 DAYS, 15 HOURS AGO

Summer rush: Events mean cash infusion for businesses in Northwest Montana

An influx of visitors to the area undoubtedly fills hotels, restaurants and retail establishments, particularly when a number of events are happening. Whether businesses are vendors at events, like Fresh Roots Farms, or supply necessary services, like Mr. Hankey’s porta potties in Kalispell, there is revenue to be made off …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO

East Glacier metal festival provides positive engagement opportunity for youth

Getting to host a renowned metal festival is a pretty cool reason to stick around. And that’s just what youth from the Firekeeper Alliance, a nonprofit with a mission to reduce suicide in Indian Country, will be doing during the upcoming Fire In The Mountains music festival.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 1 DAY AGO

Lightning strike survivor inducted into Logan Health Children’s ‘Hall of Heroes’

Dr. Tim Stidham at Logan Health Children’s Hospital remembers each of the big unknowns in 16-year-old Mason Garey’s case after the teen was struck by lightning during soccer practice nearly two years ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 2 DAYS AGO

Discover Kalispell undergoes restructuring after executive director’s retirement

Kalispell Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lorraine Clarno will lead the bureau, along with Managing Director Marissa Mikonis at Discover Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 2 DAYS AGO

North Forty Resort wants guests to experience true Montana hospitality

At the North Forty Resort, the back 20 acres of the property remain undeveloped, aside from the mile-and-a-half-long walking trail. It is fairly quiet even while being close to the highway, with streets calm enough to walk a dog or wander the grounds with family members.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 2 DAYS AGO

Union rallies behind physician after Logan Health declines to renew contract

Union representatives, patients and healthcare workers gathered at Logan Health in Kalispell on Tuesday to push back on a decision by the hospital system to not renew an employment contract with Dr. Ruben Hipolito, a family medicine physician who has worked for the organization for seven years.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 6 DAYS AGO

From the ashes, Black Angus Casino reopens in Kalispell

Wendi Dietz remembers getting the phone call on April 10, 2024. Less than two months into owning the Black Angus Casino, a blaze was quickly spreading through the property in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO

Nonprofit works to reopen Kalispell crisis stabilization center

A shuttered mental health crisis stabilization center in North Kalispell may reopen after receiving an infusion of state funding.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO

Logan Health launches self-referral option for colonoscopies

Logan Health Digestive Center is now allowing patients to refer themselves for colonoscopies in an effort to make colorectal screenings more accessible.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO

Diane Medler retires after leading Discover Kalispell for nearly two decades

A sea change has happened in local tourism since Diane Medler took the reins at Discover Kalispell in 2010. To mark her retirement on Tuesday, Medler looked back on her years spent navigating the ever-changing trends and an influx of visitors to the area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS AGO

Flathead Agency on Aging kitchen receives gold star award from health department

But taste isn’t the only goal for the Agency on Aging kitchen, whose meticulous food safety efforts have also earned it a gold star award from the health department.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 1 DAY AGO

Black Tie Coffee in downtown Kalispell offers a quality cup of joe

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DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO

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