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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Flathead Valley man shot and killed a grizzly bear after it charged him at his chicken coop east of Kalispell on July 10—he was not hurt and the US Fish and Wildlife Service is investigating the incident. KPAX
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Avelo Airlines is ending its seasonal flights from Glacier Park International Airport to Hollywood Burbank Airport and Charles M. Schulz—Sonoma County Airport to focus on East Coast travel. The last flight from Sonoma will be on August 9 and the final Burbank flight will be on August 30, and airport officials said they may talk to other low-cost carriers to fill the gap. Daily Inter Lake
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 10, a man near his home on Foothill Road encountered a grizzly bear and shot it—ending the bear's life. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ On July 2 in Bigfork, officers executed a warrant at a Harbor Heights Boulevard home while searching for 25-year-old Moryssa Brooke Berry—when they saw people with suspected fentanyl they arrested Berry and 19-year-old Jace Patrick Boles, and a search uncovered cash, eight guns (four reported stolen), three stolen ATVs and drugs like DMT, ketamine, meth and fentanyl, with Boles set to face felony drug charges and Berry held on theft and bail jumping charges. Daily Inter Lake
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Land to Hand raised $50,000 to keep its Double SNAP program running at local farmers markets in Kalispell through October after its federal grant ended, and local food programs are bracing for bigger gaps when SNAP benefits are cut beginning in 2028—changes that may leave many residents with less help buying food. Flathead Beacon
- ➤ The intersection at Rose Crossing and U.S. 2 in Evergreen will be closed to east and westbound traffic on July 18 and 19 for road work while north and southbound lanes remain open — delays up to 15 minutes are expected. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes until the crossing reopens on July 20. Daily Inter Lake
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Montana’s typical home value increased from $228,000 to $378,000 over four years—a 66% rise—according to new figures from the Montana Department of Revenue that reflect market conditions as of Jan. 1, 2024. Lawmakers passed changes to tax codes and development rules to address rising property taxes and housing costs. Daily Inter Lake
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7-9 p.m. — Bias Brewing — No cover charge — Experience expressive vocals revitalizing 90's Alt Rock and modern Americana tunes.
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Northern Rockies Chapter Banquet
5-10 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Kalispell — Community event — Celebrate conservation efforts and enjoy networking with local enthusiasts.
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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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WCC Film Series: Heaven’s Gate
7-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Discounts available on tickets — Experience Montana's cinematic gems with a focus on films made in the Big Sky State.
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Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
7:30 p.m. — Flathead County Fairgrounds — VIP tickets available — Experience thrilling rodeo action and community spirit with premium seating options.
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Great Bear Festival
3-8 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — $25 for adults, free for kids — Enjoy craft beverages, live music, and family-friendly activities at this local festival.
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