Good morning, Kalispell.

In Kalispell, the Northwest Montana Fair Livestock Sale is underway with 161 hogs, 45 lambs, and 35 steers auctioned after Sunday weigh-ins.

Youth groups FFA and 4-H raised about $900k—showing the hard work behind the judging process.

Dogs gathered at Woodland Water Park for the annual Paws Splash Bash, where local non-profit Paws To Play hosted a one-day event that drew up to 120 dogs to cool off and raise funds for the dog park built in 2017 — the event highlighted the community's support for pet-friendly spaces.

Donald James Hanson, 75, was accused of firing a gun during a dispute over a water pump near Kila in 2024 and pleaded guilty to felony criminal endangerment in January—receiving a three-year deferred sentence from Flathead County judge Dan Wilson on March 20.

Adam Joel Whiteman, a 26-year-old man from Browning arrested in Flathead County for allegedly kidnapping his ex-girlfriend from Missoula in 2024, received a three-year suspended sentence on April 10th after a plea deal dropped two misdemeanor counts in exchange for pleading guilty to felony criminal endangerment—he also earned credit for 158 days served.

Firefighters are battling multiple wildfires along the Highway 200 corridor near Knowles Creek west of Dixon, including a 320 acre blaze on steep, rocky terrain north of the Flathead River, as officials advise the public to avoid Little Muddy Road because harsh weather with low humidity and high 90s temperatures today and tomorrow is slowing containment—helicopters, dozers and additional crews are being deployed.

Multiple fires ignited along Montana 200 over the weekend—on Sunday, August 17, a blaze in the Knowles Creek area near Paradise grew from 20 to 250 acres as active fire weather spurred rapid spread while firefighters used boats to cross the Clark Fork River and other fires were reported near mile marker 91 and west of Dixon.

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.

MBHA Barrel Racing

6-9 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Competitive entry fees — Witness thrilling barrel racing action from top competitors in Northwest Montana.

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.

America's Diamond - Neil Diamond Tribute

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — $38.50 to $71.50 — Celebrate iconic hits from Neil Diamond and Barbra Streisand with stellar performances by Jay White and Sharon Owens.