Good morning, Kalispell.

The Frozen Chosen completed a 10-month renovation on wounded veteran Warren Childs’ home and held a ribbon-cutting on July 15 in Bigfork.

More than 25 local vendors donated labor and materials worth over $500,000 to fully fund the upgrade.

A grass fire ignited on Savannah Road near the Stillwater apartment complex on Tuesday afternoon; fire crews reported the blaze grew from half an acre to over three acres before they controlled it by 4 p.m., with no injuries or property damage noted.

Recent data from University of Montana’s BBER shows that Kalispell homeowners spent 67% of their income on housing compared to a 43% national threshold as in-migration drives rising costs while job gains have flattened despite a strong construction market.

Flathead Valley Community College’s Continuing Education fall class registration opens Aug.

12, offering over 200 courses for learning new skills, exploring creative interests, and career growth. The offerings include the returning Farm Tour Series (guided visits to local farms) that highlights Northwest Montana's food system.

Nearly 300 firefighters and additional engines and helicopters arrived at the Skillet Fire west of Olney on Aug.

2 when the blaze reached 2,494 acres; dry, gusty weather today is expected to raise fire danger and crews are building containment lines — especially to protect nearby homes.

Bigfork Fire broke ground on a new fire station on Chapman Hill Road that will more than double the size of its 1980 facility.

Construction will finish next fall and add built-in living quarters, a community room, and extra parking to improve emergency response.

Home Ranch Bottoms in the North Fork welcomes summer visitors with live music, fresh dishes and a community atmosphere; open until Sept.

25, it offers seasonal favorites including smash burgers and a new Montana bowl — all made with locally sourced ingredients.

PRCA Rodeo Montana

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Flathead County Fairgrounds — Tickets starting at $89 — Experience the thrill of professional rodeo action in Kalispell.