News Now
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News Now
Grizzly Bear Attack, Flathead Lake’s Comeback, and Montana’s Overseas Voting Ballot Mix-Up
In this week's headlines, we cover three major stories making waves in northwest Montana. A grizzly bear encounter on the Highline Trail left one hiker injured but prepared hikers fought back with bear spray. Next, we dive into the recovery of Flathead Lake’s water levels after last year’s drastic lows. Finally, we discuss the recent error in Montana’s overseas voting system that briefly omitted Kamala Harris’ name from ballots.
Read more from this week’s show:
Glacier hikers use bear spray to fend off grizzly attack
More rain, slower snowmelt kept Flathead Lake at full pool, officials say
Kamala Harris back on Montana’s overseas ballot
Read more local and state coverage:
Glacier High School plans increased police presence following threat
Polson murder suspect upset after estate left to victim, court docs say
Court upholds finding that Montana clinic submitted false asbestos claims
UM launches Montana’s first public occupational therapy program
Kalispell Council questions use of city funds for lead line replacement
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Check out Season 2 of Daily Inter Lake's Deep Dive podcast, dropping on 10/27/24! Reporter Kate Heston presents a four-part series on the Endangered Species Act, exploring the species most at-risk in northwest Montana. Discover how the law has helped some recover from near extinction and the challenges when federal and state protections overlap.
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