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Bird Flu Outbreak, Holland Lake Lodge Controversy & Kalispell Cruising Debate

Daily Inter Lake

On this week’s episode of News Now, reporter Taylor Inman brings you the latest headlines across Northwest Montana. We’re covering a bird flu case discovered in a backyard poultry flock in Flathead County, an inside look at the contract for Holland Lake Lodge’s sale, and the Kalispell City Council’s decision to abandon controversial legislation to limit downtown cruising. Get in-depth reporting and expert insights on the stories that matter most to our communities. 

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Read more from this week’s stories: 
Bird flu found in backyard flock in Flathead County
Kalispell City Council abandons legislation limiting downtown cruising
Contract in place for Holland Lake Lodge sale

Read more local and state coverage:
Troy seeks new mayor after abrupt resignation
Plane that crashed into Hungry Horse Reservoir last year ran out of gas
Fish and Wildlife Commission issues proposed wolf trapping season regulations
Driven by learning: Flathead High School automotive program navigates into 75th year

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