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Helicopter Under Fire, Prescribed Burns in Flathead Valley, and Lightning Strike Recovery: This Week’s Top Stories

Daily Inter Lake

On this episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman covers the latest major headlines from northwest Montana. We delve into last week’s armed standoff involving Two Bear Air, where the helicopter crew was targeted by gunfire and a laser sight. Plus, we look at the prescribed burns taking place around the Flathead Valley. Finally, we discuss the miraculous recovery of a Glacier High School student after a lightning strike and the ongoing community support. The Daily Inter Lake is celebrating 135 years with a special offer: $19.50/month for home delivery plus full digital access to newspapers. Call 406-755-7018 to subscribe and support local journalism!

Read more of these stories:
Suspect shot at Two Bear Air during standoff, sheriff says
Prescribed fires slated around the Flathead Valley
Glacier High School student injured in lightning strike released from ICU

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Family of minor allegedly sickened by E. coli outbreak sues in federal court
Kalispell City Council revisits using tax dollars for workforce housing

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