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Kalispell
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Anne Marie Hislop—accused of two counts of felony assault with a weapon following a November standoff at a Coram property—violated her release terms by returning on Aug. 2 to a Platte Road home and engaging in a fight with a relative, resulting in her arrest and a bail set at $100,000. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ A Kalispell man, Michael Robert Hughley, 54, was accused of robbing a panhandler with a machete on July 17th at the intersection of Woodland Park Drive and U.S. 2 East—he pleaded guilty as part of a deal on November 7th and received a partially suspended sentence on January 9th with credit for 64 days served. Daily Inter Lake
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln County is set to receive $872,636 today for its 1.7 million acres of federal land—about $140,000 more than four years ago as part of the Payments in Lieu of Taxes program that helps local services, and additional funds are being allocated to Montana counties to offset lost tax revenue from federal lands. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Flathead County commissioners approved putting a $105M bond on the November ballot for a new detention center that aims to ease overcrowding and improve safety—officials say the current jail is too small and in need of constant maintenance. If the bond passes, the project will span 20 years with modest property tax increases and construction could start as early as spring, 2026. Daily Inter Lake
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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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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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MBHA Barrel Racing
6-9 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Competitive entry fees — Witness thrilling barrel racing action from top competitors in Northwest Montana.
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September 6 Rodeo
6-9 p.m. — Brash Rodeo — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of bull riding, bronc riding, and more at this legendary Montana rodeo event.
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