Good morning, Kalispell.

Business owners in Downtown Kalispell Forward outlined plans to improve parking, infrastructure and culture at a Chamber luncheon on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, to strengthen downtown.

The coalition, under the Chamber with six partners including the Kalispell Business Improvement District + others, will launch events to boost local commerce.

Jenny Fee, a Michigan educator with over 30 years of experience, was unanimously chosen by the board to negotiate a contract for superintendent.

Pending ratification, she will assume the role on July 1 — after Dave Means retires.

Eight local teachers were inducted into the inaugural Montana Digital Academy Teacher Hall of Fame — the class honors educators who have guided digital learning since 2009, including teachers from Columbia Falls, Glacier, Flathead and Kalispell schools.

A Flathead County judge halted construction of a 159-foot dock in Lakeside after ruling that a minor variance approval violated the state Lakeshore Protection Act.

The Planning & Zoning Department issued a stop-work order to pause activity indefinitely as legal challenges continue.

Motorists can expect up to 15-minute delays when construction on West Reserve Drive resumes later this month from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. between Hutton Ranch Road and Whitefish Stage Road as the road is widened and upgraded until November.

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.

Branford Marsalis Quartet Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — McClaren Hall, Wachholz College Center — Tickets required — Experience the brilliant saxophonist and NEA Jazz Master perform with his acclaimed quartet.