Good Day
Kalispell
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blankenship Fire Department upgraded its fleet when it bought a 32 year old 1994 HME Central States rig in December for $16,000 + the truck now offers a five person cab with self contained breathing units and serves a large rural area handling about 50 calls each year. Daily Inter Lake
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Whitefish School District discontinued its search for a new superintendent after negotiations with the board’s selected candidate (Dr. Jennifer Fee) failed to align with the approved compensation package. The board will soon discuss appointing an interim leader for the 2026-27 school year. Flathead Beacon
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trustees, including state and tribal groups, released the final natural resource damage assessment plan for the Columbia Falls Aluminum site to test for forever chemicals (PFAS) and gauge long-term environmental impacts. The plan does not affect the planned cleanup starting in 2027 or nearby housing development. Daily Inter Lake
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Texas-based SHOP Development is finalizing a TIF funds request for $23 million to transform the Kalispell Center Mall into a mixed-use space. The developers plan to begin phase one later this year, adding green space and storefront openings — renovations are expected to finish in 2028. Flathead Beacon
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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.
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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.
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Paul Cauthen Live Concert
6-11 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Ticketed event — Experience Paul Cauthen and his band along with Crowe Boys and Radio Ranch for a night to remember.
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Solas Concert
4-6 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets from $33 — Celebrate three decades of Irish music with the acclaimed ensemble Solas.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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