Good morning, Kalispell.

Paul Wachholz, a longtime Flathead Valley businessman and philanthropist known for his generous contributions to local education and entrepreneurship, died at 89 in Spokane on July 28.

A celebration of life will be held Sept. 13 at the Wachholz College Center in Kalispell to honor his legacy.

On Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo, young competitors showcased their family tradition in sheep showmanship by learning practical skills and honoring past generations as both first-timers and veterans practiced their craft.

Flathead County air quality alert remains until 9 a.m. today, though Columbia Falls and Libby saw improvement on Tuesday.

A low pressure system + monsoonal moisture will bring better air on Wednesday while firefighters work on containing the Skillet Fire with 569 personnel.

Cougar Ridge Development withdrew its 310 permit application for a 97-slip marina in Bigfork Bay after public feedback, & the Flathead County Conservation District board approved the withdrawal at the Aug.

10 review meeting with no next steps explained.

SHOP Development Company withdrew its TIF funds request for Kalispell Center Mall on May 27 after lowering its proposal from $23 million to $16.9 million—planning to revitalize the mall with an events center, hotel and retail space.

The developer may resubmit the application in the future.

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.