Good morning, Kalispell.

Nonprofits in the Great Fish Community Challenge came together Tuesday night for an award ceremony that celebrated record funds raised.

A total of 85 organizations raised $8,098,663—bolstered by a record match of $1,372,532—and top awards went to North Valley Food Bank and Flathead 4H Foundation.

Federal funding for SNAP will run out next month unless the government reopens, risking food help for over 77,000 Montanans—state officials confirmed that WIC benefits will continue through November.

Congress remains divided over health insurance subsidies—leaving the timing of a government reopening uncertain.

Montana’s first state-run reentry center in the Flathead will begin taking residents next week at a facility on East Oregon Street at the Kalispell and Evergreen border — the 90-bed center will include drug testing, case management and group therapy for its residents.

Greater Valley Health opened its new facility today at 1935 Third Avenue East in Kalispell—holding a ribbon-cutting to mark the expansion of a center that has served the community since 2007 and added a pharmacy in 2022, now providing care to more than 10,000 residents each year.

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.

Fall Food & Wine Festival

4-8 p.m. — Harbor Grille — Enjoy curated wines paired with hors d’oeuvres at this festive autumn celebration.

WCC Speaker Series featuring Mark Synnott

7-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Free for students — Explore the mystery of Everest through the eyes of a renowned climber and adventurer.