Good Day
Kalispell
Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Kalispell Planning Department confirmed that construction started today on a new Amazon warehouse facility located on United Drive off Highway 93 in South Kalispell. The project is valued at 15.5 million dollars and is being built by Dick Anderson Construction (covering 28,000 square feet). KPAX
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On March 12, Dustin Lawrence Oswald (52) was arrested for urinating behind a Whitefish bus stop near Baker Avenue and 13th Street and allegedly threatened the arresting officer while being taken to jail; he will appear in court on April 3 to face a felony threat charge. Daily Inter Lake
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Whitefish High School senior Jake Dunker became Montana’s 2025 Poetry Out Loud state champion after competing at Grandstreet Theatre in Helena earlier this month—he will represent Montana at the national finals in May where he will vie for a top prize of $20,000 while earning $200 and securing a $500 donation for his school. Daily Inter Lake
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Flathead Valley Community College Foundation is offering garden tours at Bibler Home and Gardens to raise funds for student scholarships, with ticket sales starting Tuesday, April 1 at 9 a.m. Visitors can join Spring Beauty tours on May 7-10 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., a Tribal Weavings tour on May 10 at 1 p.m., Splendid Summer Evenings on July 14-18 at 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Sweet Summer Days on Aug. 5-6 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; tickets cost $30 per adult + $10 per child. Daily Inter Lake
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A property tax relief bill passed unanimously in the Senate and received strong backing in the House Taxation committee on Thursday. The bill lets property owners apply for a credit of $240 from lodging & car rental tax revenue and may be amended to raise that credit as property values grow. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Columbia Falls selected retired Capt. Eric Hanks as its new city manager; he signed his contract on March 12 and will start on April 1 to work on affordable housing and clear local planning. Hanks, a Navy veteran with extensive management experience, is expected to lead major changes in the community in the coming years. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ The new span for Bridge Street Bridge in Bigfork arrived on March 19, ending over a year of closure and starting next week when crews will assemble the new pieces. Town officials expect the bridge to be complete by summer—removing the weight limit so trucks can travel safely through town. KPAX
- ➤ On March 4, Judge Matt Cuffe ruled in favor of Lincoln County and Parks Family Real Estate to clear a hurdle for plans to build a 21-acre RV park with 69 RV sites and 20 tent sites near Happy’s Inn north of U.S. 2—environment permits still are needed and environmental groups may appeal. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Whitefish's plan to extend the Whitefish River Trail by 648 feet was denied by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks on March 20 due to concerns the project would harm the river's banks and fishery — city officials are now reviewing the environmental assessment to explore alternative options. Flathead Beacon
SHOP NEWS
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Rock Chucks Rock Show at Flathead County Fairgrounds
The Rock Chucks Rock Show features an array of rock and mineral displays at the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell, Montana, spanning two days.
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Step Afrika!
7:00-9:30 p.m. | Wachholz College Center | $27-$40 | Experience the dynamic art of stepping blended with storytelling, humor, and audience participation.
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Barrel Racing Jackpot
10 AM – 5 PM | Majestic Valley Arena | Ages 13+: $16, Children 6-12: $8 | Experience thrilling barrel racing as part of the Brash Winter Series Rodeo.
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Grits and Glamour
7:30-11:30 p.m. | Wachholz College Center | Ticket info available | Enjoy an evening of entertainment at this local favorite venue in Kalispell.
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Our Planet Live Speaker Series
7-8:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — $15-$40 — Experience immersive stories from the Emmy® Award-winning nature documentary team highlighting climate change and its impact on our planet.
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Eagles Tribute Concert in Kalispell
7:30-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the original Eagles tribute band Hotel California with their iconic sound and impressive performances.
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Weekly Spring Sunday Services
11 a.m. — Old Apostolic Lutheran Church of Lakeside — Everyone is Welcome — Join for uplifting Sunday worship and Thursday evening Sunday School.
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Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Offensive Skills Camp
April 12-13 — Flathead High School — Registration required — Improve your shooting skills and build confidence with expert coaching and intensive drills.
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Beethoven's Missa Solemnis Concert
3-5 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets available — Experience the transcendent beauty of Beethoven’s choral-symphonic masterpiece performed by local chorale and orchestra.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Snowline Acres — Ticketed event — Experience the timeless music of Queen performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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