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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Flathead Valley Parkinson’s Support Group will host a Walk to End Parkinson’s Disease in Lawrence Park on May 10 from 10 a.m. to noon—this event will raise awareness about the disease and offer snacks and a limited number of shirts for purchase. Daily Inter Lake
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Christopher Richard Deskus, 58, barricaded himself in a hotel room near Glacier Park International Airport on April 7 during a mental health crisis and now faces felony criminal endangerment and a charge for obstructing a peace officer (with bail set at $190,000) in Flathead County District Court today after his fiancée requested a welfare check. Daily Inter Lake
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 23, a bipartisan bloc of 43 lawmakers passed the STARS Act that will direct $100 million to raise starting teacher pay in Montana’s K-12 schools— the bill now goes to Governor Gianforte for his signature. Flathead Beacon
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Gianforte visited Kalispell on Wednesday to meet with small business owners at Rancher's Daughter where he discussed legislative priorities such as permanent property and income tax relief and a fiscally conservative budget. He signed Bobby's Law to strengthen DUI penalties — a measure he said fulfills voter mandates — and noted that House Bill 252 directs $100 million to raise starting teacher pay. KPAX
- ➤ Governor Gianforte held a roundtable in Kalispell today to discuss plans that will ease financial burdens on local businesses as the legislative session nears its end. He outlined measures to lower taxes, limit government spending and reform the judicial system—while noting that the STARS Act adds over $100 million to raise teacher salaries. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Kalispell City Council voted on Monday to amend two ordinances that define junk vehicles and address community decay on private property. The changes require property owners to fix issues within 10 days and passed by a 5 to 3 vote—officials say the updates will help maintain safe neighborhoods. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Montana lawmakers advanced two bills that would change how recreational marijuana tax revenue is used. One bill would keep current funding for programs outside conservation while the other shifts some funds to law enforcement and habitat projects—both proposals aim to support wildlife and improve land conservation. Flathead Beacon
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Flathead County is facing a rise in dementia among about 2,000 seniors, and local caregivers are struggling to meet their needs as the aging population expands. Health officials warn that with a shrinking workforce and few care facilities, support for families must improve quickly—posing a serious challenge for our community. Flathead Beacon
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ATP Teens: We Will Rock You
7 p.m. — Whitefish Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — A thrilling musical featuring over 20 iconic Queen hits set in a dystopian world.
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Run Flathead Running Clinic
2-7:30 p.m. — 175 Commons Loop, Kalispell, MT — Registration required — Enhance your running skills at a comprehensive clinic for all levels.
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An Evening with Dr. Abraham Verghese
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — First 500 tickets include a free paperback edition of 'The Covenant of Water' — Engage with a leading voice in healthcare and storytelling.
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Mother's Day Flower Frame Craft Event
8 p.m. — Meadows Edge — Cost to be determined — Create a heartfelt flower frame as a special gift for Mom.
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Champions of Magic Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Ticketed event — Experience an all-new thrilling magic show from the world-renowned Champions of Magic team.
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Shrine Circus
2-4 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Affordable entry — Experience a delightful family-friendly circus with exciting performances under the big top.
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