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Kalispell
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The new Columbia Falls skate park opened on April 26 to high praise from local skaters; Otto Anderson and River Wolford said they enjoyed the park's mix of ramps and a deep bowl. The park was built by Dreamland Skate Parks + the city of Columbia Falls and funded by a $330,000 grant + local fundraising efforts, and it is free to all. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Local farmers markets in Missoula and Flathead Valley will start this weekend with new vendors, food trucks, plant starters and Irish dancers scheduled for Saturday, May 3. Markets will also support local families by matching SNAP benefits—helping boost access to fresh produce and local agriculture. MontanaRightNow
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities reported that intoxication is suspected in a head-on crash on U.S. 93 that killed Ronan man Devin Fryslie on April 25 at about 1 a.m. at mile marker 50—Fryslie was not wearing a seat belt and a Volkswagen Jetta driver was injured. Daily Inter Lake
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Buchanan's Chop House and Whisky Bar at Kandahar Lodge on Big Mountain reopened March 12 with owners James and Caitlin Buchanan continuing a 40-year mountain dining tradition—serving weekend dinner now and planning to offer lunch when lodging opens. Daily Inter Lake
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Flathead Valley music community will gather on May 4 for a tribute concert honoring Karla West, a key music leader whose work enriched local arts at the O'Shaughnessy Center — the venue donated for this free event. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Glacier Art Museum will host its Benefit Gala and Art Auction on May 8 at Somers Mansion from 5—8 p.m. Forty invited artists will display paintings, drawings, and sculptures to help fund the museum’s educational programs — tickets cost $100 per person or $175 per duo and are available by advance purchase. Daily Inter Lake
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Flathead Valley Community College raised over $60,000 on April 3 at its annual Spring Festival of Flavors—money that will fund multiple scholarships for students next academic year. The funds will be awarded based on academic need, achievement, and personal circumstances. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Deer Park School in Columbia Falls will ask voters to approve a $4 million bond on May 6 to replace the failing Quonset Hut and office building—upgrades needed to improve space and safety for students and staff. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kalispell City Council on Monday approved an intent to apply for a $25 million federal grant to redesign Main Street with a road diet that will reduce traffic lanes and add pedestrian safety features—this measure is part of a broader $27 million upgrade plan and requires a public hearing before submission. Applications for the grant are due by the end of June. Daily Inter Lake
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At Lake County jail in Polson, people in mental health crisis were held in a tiny 30-square-foot cell — where some waited for months for a bed at the state hospital and left markings on the metal door. Limited local services force counties to use jails as a last resort while officials work on improving mental health care options. Flathead Beacon
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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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The Rancher's Daughter Farmer's Market
5-8 p.m. — The Rancher's Daughter Kalispell — Free entry — Explore a vibrant summer market showcasing local vendors and fresh produce.
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Kalispell Professional Bull Riding
7:30-10 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling action of professional bull riding in Kalispell.
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Kalispell PBR Championship
7:30-10 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of bull riding with the world's toughest riders and elite bucking bulls.
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