Good Day
Kalispell
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks & Flathead Audubon Society host the Great Backyard Bird Count at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center in Kalispell on Saturday, Feb. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include birding lessons, guided hikes, and crafts while participants count birds and build community science data. Daily Inter Lake
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eric Robbins, a Kalispell resident since 2014, recently appeared on Wheel of Fortune after losing 100 pounds following a life-changing health scare (which pushed him to chase his dreams). The episode aired Thursday at 6:30 p.m. on MTN, marking a proud moment for the local community. KPAX
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ International visitor spending in Kalispell dropped 31% in 2025 with a 36% cut in Canadian transactions, while domestic spending slightly grew to $226 million. Glacier Park International Airport will limit operations during a runway overhaul (July 6 to July 31) and Discover Kalispell will offer travel alternatives for visitors. Daily Inter Lake
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kalispell Public Schools will ask voters on May 5 to approve a $1.6 million elementary general fund levy to cover a projected budget shortfall. Final revenue numbers will be released on March 1 and the board will meet on March 10 to decide the levy amount. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Kalispell Public Schools Board of Trustees approved a contract with Talos Security on Jan. 13 (private guards will patrol school grounds for the rest of the school year) to supplement the KPD School Resource Officer program and enhance safety. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ School officials and teachers resolved a dispute over pay for the new WIN course at Kalispell Middle School by approving a memorandum that offers a one-time lump sum payment for work done from August to January (the course focuses on independent learning and outdoor activity). Flathead Beacon
- ➤ Flathead High School's magazine The Quiver (revived in 2023) was named an excellent literary arts magazine by the National Council of Teachers of English. The award recognizes the school's showcase of over 40 student entries in a contest open to middle, high, and college submissions. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Whitefish high school’s speech and debate team edged out Columbia Falls on Jan. 23-24 with a score of 224 to 222—securing five event divisional championships and setting them up for the Class A state tournament happening today in Corvallell. Daily Inter Lake
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connie Lane and Flathead Land Trust finalized a 105-acre conservation easement on Jan. 28 to protect wildlife habitat near Glacier National Park. The property on Teakettle Mountain (featuring forests, wetlands, and a key river ecosystem) will stay preserved under strict limits. Daily Inter Lake
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Brash Winter Series Rodeo
7-9 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Ages 13 and over: $16.00, Children 6-12: $8.00, VIP: $99.00 — Experience an electrifying showcase of Montana’s rodeo tradition with thrilling competitions.
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Glacier Symphony: Mahler 3
3-7 p.m. — Trades Institute — Ticketed event — Experience the emotional journey of Mahler's Third Symphony exploring the vastness of life and nature.
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Glacier vs Flathead Varsity Basketball Game
6 p.m. — Glacier High School — Support your local teams in a thrilling home conference matchup.
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2026 Kalispell Wolf Banquet
3:30-10 p.m. — Flathead County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of delicious food, fun games, and support for predator management efforts.
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Southern Spain
Join us for an incredible journey to Southern Spain! Featuring 8 nights in a resort on the Mediterranean!
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