Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of September.
Good morning, Kalispell.
🏘️ Community
Barry Adkins walked 1,400 miles from Arizona to Kalispell in 2007 carrying his son's ashes after he died of alcohol poisoning.
Now he has launched the Million Mile Challenge in Kalispell to help families share their stories (and raise awareness about substance abuse).
💼 Business
At Page Bison Ranch on Montana 28 near Hot Springs, bison rancher Lenny Page managed a herd of nearly 130 bison on his 650-acre property on Aug.
10. He faced drought challenges in 2024 and 2025 but later improved hay yields with an unusually wet winter.
📰 Economy
Job seekers connected with 80 employers at the Northwest Montana Job and Opportunity Fair held at the Flathead County Fairgrounds Trade Center on Thursday, Sept.
23. Local businesses showcased roles from seasonal work to career shifts, giving attendees a chance to explore new opportunities.
🏥 Health
Union nurses at Logan Health in Kalispell ratified a new contract that raises starting wages by 18% + offers overall increases of more than 24.5%.
The agreement reached after four months of bargaining adds five new wage steps and improved benefits for night shift, preceptors, and experienced staff.
📰 Real Estate
County commissioners tabled the vote on the plat for Territory 1889 in Lakeside as planning staff awaited water connection confirmation from the water district.
The luxury resort project, with 359 lots, has its vote postponed until Oct. 6 and will be developed in five phases for completion in March 2028.
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