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News Now
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240 episodes
3 days ago
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over some of the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A missing snowboarder was found safe on Christmas Day after taking shelter overnight on the backside of Whitefish Mountain Resort, capping a multi-agency search effort in Flathead County. We get the inside scoop on what Glacier National Park Superintendent Dave Roemer calls a “turbulent year” for the park, as officials prepare for potential record-breaking visitation in 20...
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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over some of the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A missing snowboarder was found safe on Christmas Day after taking shelter overnight on the backside of Whitefish Mountain Resort, capping a multi-agency search effort in Flathead County. We get the inside scoop on what Glacier National Park Superintendent Dave Roemer calls a “turbulent year” for the park, as officials prepare for potential record-breaking visitation in 20...
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Whitefish Officer Calls Border Patrol During Traffic Stop, Flood Recovery Begins, CSKT Election Results
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. Newly obtained footage shows a Whitefish police officer contacted Border Patrol less than two minutes into an April 24 traffic stop for a broken taillight. The driver, Beker Rengifo del Castillo, is a Venezuelan man who entered the United States legally under a humanitarian parole program. The call, and the weeklong detention that followed, are now the focus of a lawsuit all...
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6 days ago
11 minutes

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53,000 Acres Protected, Kalispell Names New City Manager & Veterans Honored
In this episode of News Now, Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping Northwest Montana this week, from a major land conservation agreement to changes in Kalispell city leadership and community efforts to honor local veterans. We begin with a landmark conservation deal that permanently protects more than 53,000 acres of Montana land, a move with long-term implications for wildlife habitat, public access, and regional land use. The episode also covers Kalispell’s decision to name ...
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1 week ago
5 minutes

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Power Outages Hit Northwest Montana as Libby Faces Ongoing Water Emergency
High winds slammed Northwest Montana this week, knocking out power to tens of thousands of residents from Libby to the Flathead Valley and forcing emergency responses across the region. On this episode of News Now, we break down how damaging wind gusts — topping 67 mph in Kalispell and nearly 100 mph in the Swan Range — led to widespread outages, downed trees, road closures, and emergency shelter operations as utility crews worked through the night to restore service. The episode also takes ...
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2 weeks ago
5 minutes

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Major Glacier Park Changes, Habitat for Humanity Build Goals, New Fishing Access & CWD Concerns
On this episode of News Now, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down four major stories impacting Northwest Montana. Glacier National Park is preparing to end its vehicle reservation system for the 2026 summer season, shifting to new parking limits, shuttle reservations, and targeted closures in overcrowded areas. Habitat for Humanity outlines its push to build 40 homes by 2030, but acquiring buildable land remains the organization’s biggest challenge. Columbia Falls moves forward with a new acces...
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2 weeks ago
11 minutes

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Mercury Scare in Libby, E-Bike Crackdown, Crash in Polson, & Kalispell Affordable Housing Project
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A mercury exposure in Libby sparks an urgent EPA response as officials investigate how toxic metal spread into multiple homes. Columbia Falls pushes new restrictions on electric bikes and motorized devices after a high-speed sidewalk crash, Polson deals with a pickup truck plowing into Bunker’s Bar & Grill, and Kalispell announces a major workforce housing project aimed a...
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3 weeks ago
11 minutes

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Whitefish Mountain Opening Day Drops Fresh Powder + Big Crowds
Whitefish Mountain Resort kicked off the 2025/2026 ski season with a fresh blanket of powder - and reporter Jack Underhill was on the mountain to capture opening day! From early-morning mimosa tailgates to overnight campouts under Chair 1, skiers and snowboarders showed up to catch the year’s first turns. Resort officials also share updates on snowpack, safety reminders, and what skiers can expect in the coming days as more storms are predicted to roll in. For the latest conditions, tra...
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4 weeks ago
5 minutes

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Logan Health CEO Change, Hidden Lake Distillery Plans & Warming Center Dispute
This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana. Logan Health announces a major leadership transition as Dr. Clint Seger becomes the sole CEO of the Billings Clinic–Logan Health system, impacting thousands of employees across Montana and Wyoming. In Whitefish, new owner Justin Meccia shares his plans to rebrand Whitefish Handcrafted Spirits into Hidden Lake Distillery while expanding distribution and revamping its menu. We also dig into the ...
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1 month ago
8 minutes

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Holiday Happenings: Music, Theatre & Winter Fun Across the Flathead
December is packed with concerts, festivals, holiday performances, and community traditions across the Flathead Valley — and this month’s episode of the Daily Inter Lake’s Events Podcast is your complete guide. From high-energy DJ nights at the O’Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center to the Banff Mountain Film Festival at Wachholz, host Melissa Wells highlights the can’t-miss happenings lighting up Whitefish, Kalispell, and Bigfork. We preview the Showcase of the Chefs, the Whitefish Christmas St...
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1 month ago
8 minutes

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Mexican Man Pleads Guilty After High-Speed Chase, School Tax Error, Glacier’s Park's $4M Boost
This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana — beginning with a Mexican national and accused drug trafficker who pleaded guilty in federal court after a high-speed chase through Kalispell this summer. We look at his criminal history, the charges still ahead, and what federal prosecutors say about the case. Then, Somers-Lakeside School District is preparing to issue a special tax assessment after a data error slashed property tax collectio...
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1 month ago
9 minutes

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Drake Milligan Headlines Record-Breaking Feed the Need Fundraiser
The annual Feed the Need benefit concert brought in more than $183,000 for the Flathead Food Bank, marking a record-setting night of community support in the Flathead Valley. This week on News Now, we hear from Executive Director Chris Sidmore and country artist Drake Milligan who helped make the event possible at the Wachholz College Center. Sidmore shares how the fundraiser impacts families across northwest Montana, while Milligan reflects on performing at the benefit following the release...
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1 month ago
5 minutes

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Kalispell Plane Crash Findings, Flathead Lake Water Battle & Flight Impacts Explained
This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana — from the federal investigation into a fiery Kalispell plane crash, to the ongoing dispute over Flathead Lake’s low summer water levels, to how Glacier Park International Airport is navigating nationwide shutdown-related flight reductions. We dive into the NTSB’s final report on the Socata TBM 700 crash, local aviation experts sounding alarms over repeated reckless landing patterns, and a str...
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1 month ago
8 minutes

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Kalispell Elects Ryan Hunter as Mayor, Flathead Jail Bond Passes, Grizzly Encounter Near Seeley Lake
Kalispell has a new mayor — Ryan Hunter, a sitting city councilor, won the election over Sid Daoud and Kisa Davison in a close three-way race. Meanwhile, Flathead County voters approved a $105 million jail bond, paving the way for a long-awaited new detention center after decades of overcrowding. In Whitefish, prosecutors have amended charges against three protesters accused of blocking a U.S. Border Patrol vehicle earlier this year, escalating penalties in the case. And near Seeley Lake, two...
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1 month ago
9 minutes

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Damming evidence: Citizen scientists track beavers through Lolo National Forest
In this special episode, reporter Hannah Shields heads into the Lolo National Forest to follow a group of citizen scientists tracking beaver activity as part of the Clark Fork Coalition’s Beaver Blitz. These volunteers are gathering crucial data to help wildlife researchers understand how beavers move, build, and reshape watersheds — a natural solution to Montana’s growing water challenges. From identifying freshly chewed branches to logging beaver dam sites, the fieldwork offers a firsthand...
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1 month ago
8 minutes

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Montana SNAP Crisis, Meals on Wheels Funding Boost & Martin City Trial Recap
In this week’s News Now podcast, host Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake breaks down the week’s biggest headlines across northwest Montana. Local food banks in Bigfork and Lakeside are preparing for a surge in demand as SNAP benefits are temporarily halted due to the federal government shutdown, leaving many families uncertain heading into the holidays. We also look at the Flathead County Agency on Aging’s funding boost that helped save the Meals on Wheels program from major cuts — and the ...
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2 months ago
11 minutes

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November in Northwest Montana: Ski Films, Storytelling & Holiday Cheer
Looking for the best things to do in Montana this month? Local Events host Melissa Wells rounds up November’s can’t-miss happenings — from seeing David Sedaris live at the Wachholz College Center, to getting your winter stoke on with Warren Miller’s Sno-Ciety, to shopping local at Christmas at the Fairgrounds. Plus: Ladies Night Out in Whitefish, Season of Soul 4.0, and more ways to enjoy life in the Flathead Valley. Don’t miss the ultimate guide to Montana’s November fun — straight from th...
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2 months ago
10 minutes

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Glacier’s Billion-Year Story, Landmark Montana Land Deal, and Record-Breaking Giving in Whitefish
In this episode of News Now from the Daily Inter Lake, reporter Taylor Inman takes a closer look at three major stories shaping northwest Montana. Geologists uncover Glacier National Park’s billion-year-old history and its surprising connection to Australia. State officials approve a landmark conservation easement protecting more than 50,000 acres of forestland in the Cabinet Mountains. And the Whitefish Community Foundation celebrates a record-breaking year, awarding over $8 million to Flath...
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2 months ago
10 minutes

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Part 3 of 3: Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Interview Series: Ryan Hunter
Kalispell mayoral candidate Ryan Hunter joins Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake to discuss his vision for the city’s future. From tackling affordable housing and public safety to improving infrastructure and downtown development, Hunter shares how his experience on the Kalispell City Council has shaped his approach to leadership. He also opens up about his love for the outdoors, live music, and what motivates him to continue serving his community. As the election nears, hear how Hunter pla...
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2 months ago
19 minutes

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Part 2 of 3: Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Interview Series: Kisa Davison
Kalispell mayoral candidate Kisa Davison sits down with reporter Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake to share her vision for the city’s future — from housing affordability and public safety to downtown redevelopment and community connection. As a long-time business owner and community leader, Davison talks about her drive to serve, her hopes for Main Street, and the importance of fostering collaboration in local government. This episode also offers a personal side of Davison — her favorite c...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

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Part 1 of 3: Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Interview Series: Sid Daoud
Kalispell City Council member Sid Daoud joins Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake for a one-on-one interview ahead of the 2025 mayoral election. In this in-depth conversation, Daoud discusses his vision for Main Street revitalization, improving public safety and infrastructure, addressing affordable housing, and strengthening community-led solutions over government control. He shares personal stories from his time on the council, his military service, and why he believes the role of mayor is...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

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Arrest in Kalispell Vandalism Case, Snowfall Closes Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier, and Whitefish Resort Enhances Winter Operations
In this week’s News Now, host Taylor Inman recaps northwest Montana’s top headlines — from a Kalispell man facing charges after a property damage incident to early snow prompting seasonal closures in Glacier National Park. Plus, Whitefish Mountain Resort gets ready for winter with new technology, improved grooming equipment, and expanded cell service ahead of ski season. Read more from this week’s stories: Kalispell vandalism suspect taken into custody with less than lethal projectiles ...
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2 months ago
7 minutes

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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over some of the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A missing snowboarder was found safe on Christmas Day after taking shelter overnight on the backside of Whitefish Mountain Resort, capping a multi-agency search effort in Flathead County. We get the inside scoop on what Glacier National Park Superintendent Dave Roemer calls a “turbulent year” for the park, as officials prepare for potential record-breaking visitation in 20...