Good morning, Kalispell.

Kalispell Police Officer Cat Edson helped turn a frightening moment into a positive learning experience for Girls on the Run campers after teens harassed them on June 23 at Gateway Community Center + she ran with the group and taught safety to rebuild their confidence.

Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo at the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell, scheduled for Aug.

12 to 16. The event begins with a concert by Walker Hayes, includes pro-rodeo competitions, and wraps with the Malicious Monster Truck Show.

Glacier National Park reopened today after a week of flooding, and Glacier Park International Airport will begin runway repair work next week.

Local officials are working to reopen a shuttered mental health crisis stabilization facility in North Kalispell while area shelters report an increase in pet surrenders.

Flathead Lake Cherry Growers said a cold snap froze some cherry buds while rain caused splits in the fruit, leading to a hit or miss harvest on the east shore.

A low supply from Washington is set to push up prices, and local stands will open around July 15 for fresh cherries.

The Forest Service will salvage downed trees at 228 acres—Coal Banks, Firefighter Mountain, and Spotted Bear airstrip—to reduce wildfire risk + recover timber value, with public comment accepted until July 13.

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.

Marcus King Band Concert

Official Under the Big Sky After Party — Evening — Majestic Valley Arena — Ticket info available — Experience the electrifying Marcus King Band live in Kalispell.

Charles Wesley Godwin and Coleman Jennings Concert

6:00 – 9:30 PM — Majestic Valley Arena — Cost TBA — Experience the sounds of Charles Wesley Godwin and Coleman Jennings under the Big Sky.

NWMT Cars and Coffee at Kalispell Krispy Kreme

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Krispy Kreme — Free entry — Cruise in for coffee and classic cars every Sunday morning in the summer.

Sara Evans Concert

6:00 – 9:00 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Check event page for ticket prices — Experience the enchanting sounds of Sara Evans in a beautiful venue.

Midland Concert

6-9 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Presale tickets available — Enjoy a classic country vibe from the Texas trio Midland in an outdoor show.