Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Kalispell.
🏘️ Community
The Northwest Montana Fair concluded with winners in events including 4H-FFA dog rally, horse sportsmanship contests, crafts, culinary, and photography competitions.
Kalispell residents earned top honors as the fair recognized local talent across multiple categories + celebrated community achievements.
🚧 Accidents
A man was rescued from McDonald Creek in Glacier National Park after falling from an overlook on Thursday, Aug.
13, following bystander CPR that helped him regain a pulse before helicopter transport to a hospital.
🎭 Culture
Photos from the Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo show 4-H and FFA livestock competitions held Aug.
10–13 at the Flathead County Fairgrounds. The images capture events including swine, sheep, cattle, goat, and poultry showmanship.
🌲 Environment
Montana DEQ finished stabilizing a flood-damaged embankment along Libby Creek in Lincoln County on Aug.
3, with repair costs coming in under $500K. The department is inspecting private properties for contamination and will complete soil sampling by October (owners may contact the Lincoln County Asbestos Resource Program).
🏛️ Government
The Flathead County Board of Adjustment granted a conditional permit for guided kayak tours launching from a private residence on Peterson Lake.
Rocky Mountain Glass Kayaks will operate six weekly LED-illuminated sunset tours from June through September — even as some residents raised concerns about traffic and noise.
🏥 Health
Libby’s CARD clinic closed abruptly on Monday, Aug.
10 due to delayed federal reimbursements—three weeks ahead of its planned shutdown. The center had provided asbestos-related care since the early 2000s, and staff are now preserving patient records as they await further guidance.
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