Good Day
Kalispell
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bigfork community will hold its annual Good Friday service on April 3 at 4 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, where seven churches continue a tradition dating back to 1965 that promotes unity through reflections and music. The service supports local organizations like the Food Bank & Grounded Teen Center. Daily Inter Lake
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Flathead County third-graders take part in the immersive McClaren 1895 classroom at the Northwest Montana History Museum today, where teacher volunteers guide two 3-hour sessions that recreate 1895 school traditions (including strict rules and period dress). Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Glacier High School’s French program earned an Exemplary with Distinction Award from the American Association of Teachers of French Tuesday — it is one of only four schools nationwide to receive the honor and the only public institution recognized. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ The 88th Annual Cherry Growers meeting is scheduled for Saturday, April 11 at Yellow Bay Community Clubhouse on Montana 35. University experts and experienced local growers will share orchard practices and offer two course credits (admission is $30/$35), so advance registration is recommended. Daily Inter Lake
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flathead National Forest is planning controlled burns on over 600 acres this spring to reduce wildfire risk, with prescribed fires scheduled at 11 locations including Swan Valley, Spotted Bear Mountain, and areas near Whitefish and Hungry Horse — paired with teams of 15 to 60 firefighters. KPAX
- ➤ Flathead Land Trust secured a 60-acre conservation easement north of Echo Lake to protect local wildlife by barring future development plus the property, bordering state forestland and the foothills near Jewel Basin, now serves as a refuge for deer, moose and grizzly bears. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks plans to treat a 4.5-mile stretch of McGinnis Creek beginning Aug. 31 to remove nonnative fish and clear the way for native westslope cutthroat trout reintroduction. The project will last two to three days with restricted access during treatment. Daily Inter Lake
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Around 30 residents attended the first Town Hall Conversations Monday night, meeting Mayor Ryan Hunter, City Manager Jarod Nygren and council members to discuss city growth, traffic and local issues. City leaders plan to host future meetings on the last Monday of each month—offering a relaxed space for open dialogue. KPAX
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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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2026 Northwest Montana Spring Round-up
10 AM – 8 PM — Red Lion Hotel Kalispell — Check event page for cost — Enjoy inspiring speakers, workshops, food, and dancing.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The longer you wait to do something, the more likely you are to find a reason not to do it.
~ James Clear
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