Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, Kalispell.
During the 2025-2026 season, the Flathead Warming Center connected 61 guests with long-term housing or inpatient care by hosting 988 roadmap sessions (a significant improvement from last year) while planning to launch shuttle services once additional funding is secured.
A developer submitted a permit for a 97-slip marina on Bigfork Bay that would include a boardwalk, swim area and parking lot — local groups have raised concerns over public access and environmental impact.
The Flathead Conservation District will review the permit at its July 6 meeting.
Flathead High School junior Jacob Braach won the state Trig-Star math competition in April and now awaits national results expected mid-June.
He completed the test in 31 min 49 sec and earned a $1,250 college scholarship and a graphing calculator, representing Montana in the national challenge.
Flathead High School senior Madison Geiger will graduate at 7 p.m. today and attend the University of Montana to study clinical psychology.
Her 3.9 GPA and a Senior Year Magazine cover portrait reflect her resilience against alopecia + a commitment to wellness.
Local gardeners are urged to plant native wildflowers as citizen science shows that native bees work as well as 100 honeybees. (Support for native plantings grows.) A Feb.
6 article said choosing native plants (like cornflowers and Rocky Mountain Bee plant) protects these pollinators.
Flathead County Library trustees are negotiating with SHOP Companies for the northwest corner of the Kalispell Center Mall property adjacent to Fifth Avenue West and Parkline Trail; they aim to sign agreements by the end of June, finalize the purchase by winter, and begin constructing a 40,000 sqft library in 2030—2033.
Jordan World Circus
2:00 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Various pricing options available — Experience thrilling circus acts and family-friendly entertainment at the Jordan World Circus.
Glacier Park Car Show
3-6 p.m. — Treasure State Entertainment — General Children Car Display Entry — A must-visit for car enthusiasts showcasing a variety of vehicles.
Montana High School Rodeo Finals
8 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Community event — Witness young rodeo talents from Montana compete in a week of thrilling events.
Corb Lund Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Tickets on sale now — Experience the authentic blend of outlaw country and indie folk from rural Albertan artist Corb Lund.
Glacier Range Riders vs Missoula Paddleheads
7:05 p.m. — Glacier Bank Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting baseball showdown between the Range Riders and Paddleheads.
Missoula PaddleHeads vs Glacier Range Riders
1:05 – 3:59 PM — Glacier Bank Park — Free entry — Catch the thrilling baseball action as the Glacier Range Riders take on the Missoula PaddleHeads.
Range Riders Baseball Game
6:35 – 10:59 p.m. — Glacier Bank Park — Check the website for ticket info — Watch the Glacier Range Riders take on a travel team in an exciting baseball showdown.
Shane Smith and The Saints Live
9 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Tickets available — Experience the unique sound of Shane Smith & The Saints blending country, folk, and rock.
Range Riders Baseball Game
7:05 PM — Glacier Bank Park — $ — Watch the Glacier Range Riders take on a travel team in an exciting baseball match.
NW Montana Cars and Coffee at Krispy Kreme
10 a.m. — Krispy Kreme — Free entry — Cruise in for a relaxed morning with classic cars and coffee.
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