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Kalispell
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reporter Taylor Inman detailed Flathead Valley issues, including Glacier National Park removing interpretive displays following a federal directive, an approved Lakeside marina dock extension, and a Montana Supreme Court ruling for Happy’s Inn RV park. The report also highlighted the Whitefish Winter Carnival parade (with a NASA astronaut). Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Housing advocate Cassidy Kipp will become Samaritan House’s executive director starting March 2, and the nonprofit-led shelter will expand its capacity nearly twofold with new affordable apartments and veteran housing. Daily Inter Lake
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dry January weather reduced snowpack levels in the Flathead Basin, with Blacktail Mountain recording only 45% of its norm. Officials said winter snowfall in February will need to make up deficits to help recover current snowpack levels. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Record heat and little rain left Montana's snowpack below normal, with areas like the Flathead River basin at 89% of average. A cold front is coming today and mountain areas may get up to 8 inches of snow Sunday + Monday. Flathead Beacon
- ➤ Flathead Lake’s unusually high water levels have led to dock damage and shoreline erosion after severe December storms around Lakeside. Dam managers are releasing water at maximum capacity to lower the lake by late March, while local experts use gravel projects (Storm Beach) to slow erosion. Daily Inter Lake
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Preliminary data shows Montana's ACA Marketplace enrollment dropped about 6 percent to 72,402 from 77,221 last year—marking the first decline since 2020. Commissioner James Brown said his office will continue monitoring enrollment as final numbers are confirmed. Flathead Beacon
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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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Cinderella
7-9 p.m. — McClaren Hall, Wachholz College Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the magical world of Cinderella brought to life in a spectacular Broadway-style ballet.
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