News Now
Stay informed with the Daily Inter Lake's News Now podcast—your source for the latest headlines and breaking news from Flathead Valley and Northwest Montana. From boots on the ground interviews to local events, we keep you connected to the heart of your community. Brought to you by Northwest Montana’s longest-running daily newspaper: dailyinterlake.com.
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Episodes
245 episodes
McDonald’s Refusal in Ronan, $4M Felony Arrest, Community Resilience, Airport Security Expansion
In this episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the most significant headlines impacting Northwest Montana. We dive into the viral incident at the Ronan McDonald’s involving the Browning High School wrestling team, exploring the owne...
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Alleged Slingshot Attack, 100-Year Landmark Lost, Grizzly Bear Killing, Kratom Regulation
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest headlines shaping northwest Montana.We begin in Flathead County, where a 34-year-old man faces a felony criminal endangerment charge after allegedly shooti...
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February in the Flathead: Skijoring, Cabin Fever Days & Whitefish Winter Carnival
February in the Flathead Valley is anything but quiet. From horsepower-meets-ski power at the 20th anniversary of Whitefish Skijoring to the rowdy barstool races of Cabin Fever Days, this month delivers some of Montana’s most iconic winter trad...
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Stolen Car Crash Injures Teen, Ex-Judge Sentenced, and a Fight against Invasive Goldfish
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A Columbia Falls teenager is fighting to recover after a high-speed crash involving an allegedly stolen vehicle on Highway 2, leavi...
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Why is Flathead Lake So High? Plus Road Rage Shooting, Border Bust & Record Ski Crowds
A violent road rage incident in Columbia Falls leads off this episode of News Now, after a man is charged with felony attempted homicide for allegedly firing a gun with a child inside the vehicle. Host Taylor Inman breaks down what investigator...
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Missing Snowboarder Found Safe, Glacier Park Braces for Big Changes, Flathead Valley Tourism Update
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over some of the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A missing snowboarder was found safe on Christmas Day after taking shelter overnight on the backside of Whitefish Mountain ...
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Whitefish Officer Calls Border Patrol During Traffic Stop, Flood Recovery Begins, CSKT Election Results
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. Newly obtained footage shows a Whitefish police officer contacted Border Patrol less than two minutes into an April 24...
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53,000 Acres Protected, Kalispell Names New City Manager & Veterans Honored
In this episode of News Now, Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping Northwest Montana this week, from a major land conservation agreement to changes in Kalispell city leadership and community efforts to honor local veterans.
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Power Outages Hit Northwest Montana as Libby Faces Ongoing Water Emergency
High winds slammed Northwest Montana this week, knocking out power to tens of thousands of residents from Libby to the Flathead Valley and forcing emergency responses across the region. On this episode of News Now, we break down how damaging wi...
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Major Glacier Park Changes, Habitat for Humanity Build Goals, New Fishing Access & CWD Concerns
On this episode of News Now, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down four major stories impacting Northwest Montana. Glacier National Park is preparing to end its vehicle reservation system for the 2026 summer season, shifting to new parking limits, ...
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Mercury Scare in Libby, E-Bike Crackdown, Crash in Polson, & Kalispell Affordable Housing Project
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A mercury exposure in Libby sparks an urgent EPA response as officials investigate how toxic metal spread into multiple homes...
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Whitefish Mountain Opening Day Drops Fresh Powder + Big Crowds
Whitefish Mountain Resort kicked off the 2025/2026 ski season with a fresh blanket of powder - and reporter Jack Underhill was on the mountain to capture opening day! From early-morning mimosa tailgates to overnight campouts under Chair 1, skie...
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Logan Health CEO Change, Hidden Lake Distillery Plans & Warming Center Dispute
This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana. Logan Health announces a major leadership transition as Dr. Clint Seger becomes the sole CEO of the Billings Clinic–Logan Health system, impacti...
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Holiday Happenings: Music, Theatre & Winter Fun Across the Flathead
December is packed with concerts, festivals, holiday performances, and community traditions across the Flathead Valley — and this month’s episode of the Daily Inter Lake’s Events Podcast is your complete guide. From high-energy DJ nights at the...
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Mexican Man Pleads Guilty After High-Speed Chase, School Tax Error, Glacier’s Park's $4M Boost
This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana — beginning with a Mexican national and accused drug trafficker who pleaded guilty in federal court after a high-speed chase through Kalispell th...
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Drake Milligan Headlines Record-Breaking Feed the Need Fundraiser
The annual Feed the Need benefit concert brought in more than $183,000 for the Flathead Food Bank, marking a record-setting night of community support in the Flathead Valley. This week on News Now, we hear from Executive Director Chris Sidmore ...
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Kalispell Plane Crash Findings, Flathead Lake Water Battle & Flight Impacts Explained
This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana — from the federal investigation into a fiery Kalispell plane crash, to the ongoing dispute over Flathead Lake’s low summer water levels, to how ...
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Kalispell Elects Ryan Hunter as Mayor, Flathead Jail Bond Passes, Grizzly Encounter Near Seeley Lake
Kalispell has a new mayor — Ryan Hunter, a sitting city councilor, won the election over Sid Daoud and Kisa Davison in a close three-way race. Meanwhile, Flathead County voters approved a $105 million jail bond, paving the way for a long-awaite...
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Damming evidence: Citizen scientists track beavers through Lolo National Forest
In this special episode, reporter Hannah Shields heads into the Lolo National Forest to follow a group of citizen scientists tracking beaver activity as part of the Clark Fork Coalition’s Beaver Blitz. These volunteers are gathering crucial dat...
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Montana SNAP Crisis, Meals on Wheels Funding Boost & Martin City Trial Recap
In this week’s News Now podcast, host Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake breaks down the week’s biggest headlines across northwest Montana. Local food banks in Bigfork and Lakeside are preparing for a surge in demand as SNAP benefits are temp...
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November in Northwest Montana: Ski Films, Storytelling & Holiday Cheer
Looking for the best things to do in Montana this month? Local Events host Melissa Wells rounds up November’s can’t-miss happenings — from seeing David Sedaris live at the Wachholz College Center, to getting your winter stoke on with Warren Mil...
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Glacier’s Billion-Year Story, Landmark Montana Land Deal, and Record-Breaking Giving in Whitefish
In this episode of News Now from the Daily Inter Lake, reporter Taylor Inman takes a closer look at three major stories shaping northwest Montana. Geologists uncover Glacier National Park’s billion-year-old history and its surprising connection...
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Part 3 of 3: Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Interview Series: Ryan Hunter
Kalispell mayoral candidate Ryan Hunter joins Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake to discuss his vision for the city’s future. From tackling affordable housing and public safety to improving infrastructure and downtown development, Hunter shar...
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Part 2 of 3: Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Interview Series: Kisa Davison
Kalispell mayoral candidate Kisa Davison sits down with reporter Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake to share her vision for the city’s future — from housing affordability and public safety to downtown redevelopment and community connection. A...
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Part 1 of 3: Kalispell Mayoral Candidate Interview Series: Sid Daoud
Kalispell City Council member Sid Daoud joins Taylor Inman of the Daily Inter Lake for a one-on-one interview ahead of the 2025 mayoral election. In this in-depth conversation, Daoud discusses his vision for Main Street revitalization, improvin...
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