Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
Good morning, Kalispell.
Mountain Berry Bowls, a smoothie bowl food truck started by Lindley and Jared Lynch in Whitefish over 10 years ago, celebrated its 10th anniversary on June 30 and has grown to more than 20 locations across Montana and other states—its Kalispell truck was recently sold to local owners Steph and Gabe Buzzell.
John Iasiah Pepion, a graphic artist from Browning, reclaims history with his ledger art that mixes antique documents and personal stories from the Blackfeet Nation—his work is on display at FoR Fine Art Gallery in Whitefish and he trades with a Bozeman dealer for rare papers.
Kalispell city officials have held community events since spring to gather public input on a new land use plan that will guide development for the next 20 years as required by state law passed in 2023.
The draft—featuring options to reduce parking spaces and support tiny homes—will be refined with public comments before it is presented to the city council and finalized by May 2026.
Jefferson Lines started a new bus route connecting Whitefish with Missoula, Butte, Bozeman, Livingston, Big Timber and Billings after Flathead Transit ended its Whitefish–Missoula service in June.
The service runs Friday through Monday — leaving Whitefish at 8:30 a.m. and arriving in Billings at 6:20 p.m. — and officials said they plan to add daily trips in the future.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Stillwater Christian School — Price info not provided — Enhance your basketball skills through high-intensity drills and fun competition.
Live Music with Zachary Christ
7-9 p.m. — Bias Brewing — No cover charge — Experience expressive vocals revitalizing 90's Alt Rock and modern Americana tunes.
Northern Rockies Chapter Banquet
5-10 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Kalispell — Community event — Celebrate conservation efforts and enjoy networking with local enthusiasts.
Huckleberry Days Festival
10 a.m. — Depot Park — Free admission — Celebrate Montana's native huckleberry with arts, crafts, and delicious gelato treats.
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