News Now
Stay informed with the Daily Inter Lake's News Now podcast—your weekly source for the latest headlines, breaking news, and top stories from Flathead Valley and Northwest Montana. Catch up on live music, local happenings, and community events in our dedicated weekly episodes. From in-depth interviews to conversations with local leaders and organizations, 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
192 episodes
July Events Preview - Whitefish Arts Festival, Under the Big Sky, & Flathead's First Stadium Concert
Northwest Montana is packed with summer celebrations, and this episode of News Now has your ultimate July events roundup! From the 46th annual Whitefish Arts Festival to the first-ever stadium concert at Glacier Bank Park featuring Tyler Rich, ...
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Gianforte Signs Hiring Law, Bigfork Murder Sentencing, Kalispell's No Kings Protest Draws Thousands
In this episode of News Now from the Daily Inter Lake, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down three major stories making headlines across Northwest Montana. First, Governor Greg Gianforte signs a controversial new law in Evergreen aimed at cracking ...
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Historic Drop for Flathead Lake, Montana Abortion Laws Overturned, Glacier Bear Euthanized
Montana’s water crisis worsens as Flathead Lake is projected to fall three feet below full pool by August, threatening docks and recreation access. Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman also breaks down the Montana Supreme Court’s major decisi...
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Going-to-the-Sun Road Reopens: Key Info for Summer 2025
Glacier’s iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road opens Monday, June 16th, but you’ll need to plan ahead. We break down timed entry rules, shuttle tips, bike restrictions, and bear safety in under 5 minutes to keep your summer adventure stress-free. ...
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From Thailand to Glacier: A Summer of Friendship, Hiking, and Self-Discovery
In this episode of News Now, reporter Taylor Inman meets Gam Narakornpaijit, a 23-year-old J-1 exchange visitor from Thailand who spent a life-changing summer working in Glacier National Park. From helping guests at Many Glacier Hotel to crossi...
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Whitefish Residents Seek Answers, DUI Arrest Turns Violent, & Kalispell Construction Site Vandalized
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman catches you up on some recent headlines for Northwest Montana. Whitefish residents call on city leaders to investigate a police call that led to a Venezuelan man’s detention by Borde...
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Banana Lake Fire Update: Crews Gain Ground as Temps Rise in Sanders County
Banana Lake Fire grows to 883 acres with 25% containment near Plains. Crews prepare for high temps this weekend. Stay tuned to News Now for continuing wildfire coverage and updates from across the region.
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Northwest Montana Fire Update: Banana Lake fire near Plains
The Banana Lake Fire has expanded to 1,000 acres north of Plains, but cooler weather and a strong firefighting response are helping crews make steady progress. Stay tuned to News Now for continuing wildfire coverage and updates from across the ...
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Holland Lake Lodge Update, Kalispell Mayoral Race, and Alleged DUI Crash
This week on News Now, we cover three of the Flathead Valley’s most important stories. The U.S. Forest Service has approved a 20-year permit for new owners of the historic Holland Lake Lodge, putting to rest years of development controversy. In...
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Your June Guide: Pride, Performances & Big Summer Kickoffs in Northwest Montana
From Flathead Pride Festival and Happy’s Inn’s stacked summer concert series to the Stumptown Getdown in Whitefish and Grammy-winner Mike Reid performing at the PAC, it’s a full calendar of music, markets, workshops, and family-friendly fun.
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Measles Alert, Kalispell’s Population Boom, and Border Patrol Backlash
This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman unpacks three major stories from across Northwest Montana. Flathead County confirms its first measles case in decades as health officials race to contain potential exposure amid concerns about local vacc...
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Plowing Glacier: Why This Spring Is Different on Going-to-the-Sun Road
Spring plowing is underway on Glacier National Park’s world-famous Going-to-the-Sun Road — but this year, something’s different. Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman brings you behind the scenes with the workers responsible for opening one of...
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Law Roundup: Coal Rolls, Crazy Sauce & Duckling Drama
This week on Law Roundup, the absurd meets the everyday in Flathead County’s most entertaining police calls. From a man playing with fire — literally — at a gas station, to a Labrador named Butters terrorizing the neighborhood, to mysterious ov...
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Border Deportations, Burglary Ring Busts & Funding Restored
In this week’s episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the most pressing headlines across Northwest Montana. U.S. authorities deport multiple children—some U.S. citizens—following a major border arrest near Sweet Grass, raising quest...
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Kalispell Voters Say Yes, Glacier Gets a Boost, and Libby Builds for Baseball
In this episode of News Now, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down three major stories from Northwest Montana. Voters in Kalispell approve a $2.9 million school levy — the first successful high school levy in 18 years — signaling strong community s...
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Traveling back in time – Railroad display models historic Flathead Valley in miniature
Once, trains chugged right through the heart of Kalispell, making it a bustling railroad hub and commercial center in Northwest Montana. A spur line linked the town to Somers on Flathead Lake, where passengers and freight moved daily between Ka...
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Main Street Overhaul, Bobby’s Law Passes, and Deer Park Eyes $4M School Bond
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman for a recap of a few of this week’s biggest headlines. Kalispell City Council takes a major step toward redesigning Main Street by applying for a $25 million federal grant, aiming to make downtown saf...
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May Events in Montana: Concerts, Festivals, Mother's Day Fun & More!
Ready to kick off summer in Northwest Montana? This episode covers the best local events happening in May — from live music at Happy’s Inn and concerts with The Lowdown Drifters and Ned LeDoux, to epic film festivals in Whitefish, Mother's Day ...
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Gianforte’s Fiscal Vision, Nuisance Ordinances & Youth Justice Reform gets National Spotlight
This week on News Now, reporter Taylor Inman covers the top stories shaping Northwest Montana. Governor Greg Gianforte makes a stop in Kalispell to promote his 2025 fiscal agenda, including property tax relief and teacher pay raises, despite on...
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Montana Murder Verdict, Tribal Tariff Lawsuit & Strong Snowpack Outlook
This week on the News Now podcast, we break down a Flathead County murder trial verdict, a landmark tribal lawsuit against federal tariffs at the U.S.-Canada border, and promising updates on Montana's spring snowpack. Stay informed with the lat...
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Spring into Action: Earth Day, Theater, and April Adventures in Northwest Montana
April in Northwest Montana is anything but predictable—mud, snow, sunshine, and a packed calendar of community events. In this episode, host Melissa Wells guides you through an exciting lineup of Earth Day celebrations, local theater performanc...
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Kalispell Murder Sentencing, Food Aid Crisis, and Montana’s Immigration Debate
We're back from a short hiatus! Reporter Taylor Inman breaks down the top stories shaping Northwest Montana. We begin with the sentencing of Kaleb Elijah Fleck, who received 50 years for the brutal 2023 homicide of a homeless man in Kalispell. ...
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The Magic Flight: Witnessing Montana’s Breathtaking Snow Geese Migration
Each spring, tens of thousands of snow geese take to the skies over Montana in a breathtaking display of nature’s power and precision. In this special episode, reporter Kate Heston journeys to Freezout Lake to witness the spectacle firsthand, c...
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Saving History, Affordable Auto Repairs & Habitat for Humanity’s Big Move
This week on News Now, reporter Taylor Inman spotlights incredible community efforts making a difference in Northwest Montana. Shelbey Blasdel is leading the charge to restore the historic 100-year-old Blasdel Barn, while Assurance Auto in Kali...
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Law Roundup: Mini Donkey Chase, Mushroom Bust & Naked Man Under the Bridge
From a miniature donkey taking a stroll through town to a man burning incense mistaken for destroying evidence, this week’s Law Roundup is full of bizarre and hilarious police reports from Kalispell and beyond. Tune in for the most entertaining...
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