Good morning, Kalispell.

Montana officially observed Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a legal holiday for the first time on Monday—after state lawmakers and advocates worked for a decade to gain recognition.

Governor Gianforte signed Senate Bill 224 in spring and supporters plan to celebrate with a community round dance at Peets Hill in Bozeman.

Local illustrator Isaac Passwater fused his early love for horror, science fiction and fantasy into his work creating album covers and concert posters for bands like The Gray Goo.

Born in Bigfork and now working full-time at a local company, he crafts distinctive art—drawing on influences from films like Tremors—to tell unique visual stories—melding rock culture with a taste for the bizarre—.

Voters will decide this fall on an $84.8 million bond to expand and update Columbia Falls High School so it can hold 1,000 students and have better safety features.

Ballots will be mailed (Oct 17) and are due back on Nov 4.

Wildlife officials confirmed that a virus called Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease—EHD—is causing deer and elk deaths in the Hot Springs and Mission Valley areas of Flathead Reservation.

The CSKT Wildlife Management Program said recent frost should slow the biting midges, but some infected animals may die over the next week.

A three-bedroom, three-bath home at 212 Sunrise Ln. in Lakeside is listed at $764,000 and features a chef’s kitchen, stainless steel appliances and an indoor heated pool on a 0.61-acre lot—other homes include a four-bedroom property at 654 Pebble Dr. in Kalispell, a three-bedroom ranch at 715 Doug Fir Circle in Bigfork, and a charming three-bedroom house at 384 Smoke Ridge near Kila that all offer modern updates and outdoor spaces.

Story Pirates: The Amazing Adventure Tour

6:30-8:00 PM — Wachholz College Center — Ticketed event — Experience a fun-filled family show featuring songs and comedy inspired by children's creativity.

Sam Bush Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Sam Bush bring his unique blend of bluegrass and improvisation to Kalispell.

Gaelic Storm Live Performance

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets available — Experience the energetic Celtic tunes of Gaelic Storm returning to Kalispell after their inaugural show!

The Tallest Man on Earth Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Ticket details not specified — Experience the captivating raw voice and musical prowess of Kristian Matsson, known as The Tallest Man on Earth.

Pumpkin Carving Event

5-8 p.m. — Mountain Brook Community Center — Dinner Included — A fun evening of pumpkin carving and spooky crafts for kids and families.

NRA Finals Rodeo

7-8:30 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Ticket information available — Experience the thrilling competition and celebration of Western culture at Montana's premier rodeo event.

NRA Finals Rodeo

1-2:30 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Tickets available — Experience heart-pounding rodeo action with top contestants competing for prestigious titles.

The Grand Event: Venture Boldly

5-8:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Kalispell — Sponsorship opportunities available — Experience a reimagined Grand Event that puts you at the center of the excitement.

Glacier Symphony: The Poetry of Meaning Concert

7:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets required — Experience the profound connection between music and poetry in an enchanting choral performance.

An Evening with David Sedaris

7-8:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets available — Experience the wit and humor of America's master satirist.