Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of August.
Good morning, Kalispell.
🎓 Education
Flathead County schools begin the new academic year next week — districts report updated schedules and new staff as maintenance work and open houses support a smooth start.
Bigfork, Columbia Falls and Evergreen schools set first days from Aug. 24 to Aug. 31 in their local campuses.
Flathead Valley Community College has named four finalists for its presidential search from a pool of 90 candidates as outgoing President Jane Karas retires Dec.
31. Community forums to meet the finalists will be held Sept. 14 through 17 at the Wachholz Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center at 777 Grandview Drive.
🌲 Environment
Hot temperatures and persistent westerly winds have increased wildfire activity in the region, blowing smoke back into Montana and degrading air quality over the past 24 hours, according to the state’s Environmental Quality department.
Firefighters are monitoring the Skillet Fire near Olney (82% contained) as inversions trap smoke tonight and closure orders protect residents.
🏛️ Government
Glacier National Park is reviewing special use permits that may allow inholders to use limited snowmobiles and snow clearing on park roads to access private properties (around 80 homes along Lake McDonald) this winter.
No decision has been made on specific routes or restrictions.
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