Good morning, Kalispell.

Flathead Electric Cooperative’s Roundup for Safety program awarded $10,012 to support two local safety projects; one grant will fund up to 1,000 free helmets for Logan Health’s Spring Into Safety Day while another $2,000 grant helps the Libby Chamber improve its emergency equipment. The funding comes from cooperative members’ round-ups and has raised over $5 million since 1997 — showing strong support for community safety.

A 43-year-old man, Jesse Reed Coleman, is accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend's Kalispell home on Eighth Avenue West earlier this month and entering her bedroom at about 1:30 a.m. while she slept with her partner—he was released on a $200,000 bond and will appear for arraignment on July 31.

Kalispell police recovered an allegedly stolen Toyota Highlander—suspect Dillion Ross Hill, 38, was found slumped over behind the wheel on West Idaho Street earlier this month and now faces felony theft and a second DUI offense with an arraignment set for Aug.

7.

Border Patrol arrested eight people last week in Whitefish—six were detained on July 12 during a traffic stop with local police for speeding and lacking proper documents, and two were arrested during a separate stop on July 14.

Blackfeet law enforcement continues to search for Gabriel Calfbossribs — who disappeared nearly a year ago from the reservation — as officials work to locate him.

Northwest Montana has a busy summer festival season that features music, art, and local food.

The key event is Whitefish’s Huckleberry Days Arts Festival set for Aug. 8 to 10 at Depot Park—organized by the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce—where families can enjoy free admission and local flavors.

The Northwest Montana History Museum is asking City Hall to sell its historic building at 124 Second Ave. E. that was built in 1894 as Central School to help boost fundraising efforts; Council will discuss the request on Monday to set terms like price and timeline.

On a recent Saturday morning, 56 paddlers joined the Flathead Lakers Poker Paddle at Boettcher Park while rough water challenged their journey.

The group’s budget dropped from $500,000 to $300,000, so it cut plans for EPA water tests and large shoreline projects and will now test for E. coli and run one demo project with a local golf course — changes that may affect how the lake is protected.

Glacier Park International Airport will limit operations for four weeks from July 6 to July 31 next year with a rolling closure from Monday 6 p.m. to Friday noon for runway repairs required by federal standards—officials plan to add weekend flights to ease travel disruptions during peak tourism.

More than 474 groups spent over $9.3 million lobbying lawmakers during the session’s first four months as legislators considered hundreds of bills.

Ron Marshall, a former vape shop owner and chair of the House Human Services Committee, resigned after heavy tobacco spending led to the failure of his bill—HB525.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Keb' Mo' and Shawn Colvin Concert

7-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable evening with acclaimed singer-songwriters Keb' Mo' and Shawn Colvin performing together.

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