Good morning, Kalispell.

On March 5, third-through 12th-grade students showcased their science projects at Glacier Gateway Elementary in Columbia Falls during the Flathead County Science Fair.

Projects ranged from testing hawk migration trends to exploring electric conductivity in sand as judges lauded the creativity and thorough research.

Columbia Falls Jr. High student Scarlett Lawson won the county spelling bee with cryptic as her winning word and will advance to the Treasure State Spelling Bee at Montana State University on March 21 (the competition featured sharp spellers from local schools).

The Community Solar III project in Whitefish began generating solar power in late January and will energize its battery storage mid-March.

Located on Monegan Road, the project features 448 panels with 128 members buying power (77 panels for low-income families) and relies on grant funding.

Brash Winter Series Rodeo

7-9 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — $16+ — Experience the thrill of classic rodeo disciplines amidst Montana's rich rodeo heritage.