Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of August.
Good morning, Kalispell.
🏘️ Community
Mission Valley Aquatics and Fitness in Polson is closed for major renovations — featuring a new saltwater therapy pool deck and system repairs — and will reopen after Labor Day while hosting a poolside benefit on Oct.
15 to raise funds for future improvements.
The Columbia Falls Community Market must raise about $1 million by Sept.
7 to buy its leased site next to St. Richard Catholic Church — the property owner accepted a full offer at $1.1 million — and new owners will secure a lease or invest if the market does not purchase it.
🎓 Education
Gov. Gianforte kicked off the school year at Evergreen School District on Aug.
26 — joining celebrations with group projects and a red carpet walk as he lauded the district’s community partnerships as a model for others.
Kalispell Public Schools said restoration work is almost complete at Glacier High School while repairs at Edgerton Elementary remain ongoing — which may delay a special education pre-K program by a week.
The district is working on an insurance claim estimated at up to $450K.
🏛️ Government
The Kalispell Fire Department unveiled a new engine today—funded by voter-approved levy dollars from a $4.6 million emergency responder levy approved in early 2024—that features remote capabilities and all wheel drive for winter safety.
The celebration at the fire station included staff, community members, and students from Elrod Elementary.
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