Good morning, Kalispell.

Blanche Garrett, a Flathead Valley native and one of the youngest wartime welders, was honored earlier this month in New Orleans with the American Spirit Award—recognizing her contributions during World War II and celebrating her local legacy.

AFBF economist Dr. Kevin Newton said on June 16 that Montana grain farmers in Kalispell have faced a 40% rise in production costs amid low commodity prices and global supply issues.

Cattle prices helped cushion the downturn as lawmakers prepare new measures in the upcoming Farm Bill.

In July, Glacier Park International Airport in Kalispell will close its runway on weekdays from Monday at 6 p.m. to Friday at 10 a.m. to start a rehabilitation project—air traffic will run at 60% capacity on weekends and operations are expected to return to normal by early August.

The Flathead Conservation District will review Cougar Ridge Development’s proposed 97-slip marina on Bigfork Bay on July 13 at 1 p.m. amid local concerns over environmental impact & changes to community access.

Logan Health Flathead Valley named Josh Neff as its new president; he will lead the Medical Center and Whitefish site starting July 13.

Neff (with over 20 years of healthcare experience) plans to build a culture where both caregivers and patients feel valued.

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.

Houndmouth Live Concert

9 p.m. — Majestic Saloon — Get tickets — Experience roots rock infused with indie and blues storytelling from the acclaimed band Houndmouth.

Kalispell Pet Fest

10 AM – 3 PM — Flathead County Fairgrounds — Free entry with a pet food donation — Celebrate pets with games, adoptions, and educational exhibits.

NW Montana Cars and Coffee

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Krispy Kreme — Free entry — Cruise in for a morning of coffee and classic cars in Kalispell every Sunday from May to September.

Waylon Wyatt & Cole Chaney Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the kickoff of Under the Big Sky Festival with live music from Waylon Wyatt and Cole Chaney.