Good Day
Kalispell
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Norbert Herriges, a fighter pilot from Whitefish High School, shot down two German bombers in August 1944 near Pourrieres, France, and died after his plane was hit—saving the village. Residents honor his sacrifice every August and a museum exhibit displaying his artifacts is on view at the Northwest Montana History Museum. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A rally in the Flathead Valley on Wednesday urged Representative Ryan Zinke to fully fund SNAP benefits and negotiate an agreement to reopen the government shutdown. Wolf Point Council member Lance Fourstar traveled over 400 miles to attend the event, where organizers distributed free lunches and gathered food for Flathead Giving Table—supporting local food security. KPAX
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Fall Food & Wine Festival
4-8 p.m. — Harbor Grille — Enjoy curated wines paired with hors d’oeuvres at this festive autumn celebration.
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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.
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
7-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets available — Experience the holiday magic with Mannheim Steamroller’s signature sound and stunning multimedia effects.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival
7 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Get Tickets — Celebrate the spirit of outdoor adventure through breathtaking films at the Banff Mountain Film Festival.
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Handel's Messiah
3-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Ticket required — Experience the timeless beauty of Handel’s Messiah performed by the Glacier Symphony Orchestra and Chorale.
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Elegant Holiday Dinner Experience
5-9 p.m. — Arts & Technology Building — $225 per person — Celebrate the season with an exquisite à la carte dinner showcasing culinary student artistry.
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The Nutcracker Performance
2:00 – 3:30 PM — McClaren Hall, Wachholz College Center — Get Tickets — Experience the magic of live orchestral music with the Glacier Symphony Orchestra and the San Diego Ballet Company.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.
~ Henry Ford
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