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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News Now
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 Kalispell is offering reduced-cost car repairs to help residents stay on the road. Plus, Habitat for Humanity’s Flathead chapter has revamped its ReStore space to boost affordable housing efforts. Tune in for these inspiring stories and learn how these projects are shaping the future of the Flathead Valley!
Read more from this week’s stories:
Lower Valley landmark: Effort to restore Blasdel Barn comes forward
Auto shop opens in Kalispell with charitable focus on providing affordable repairs
Habitat for Humanity turns toward building prefabricated homes
Read more local feature stories:
Chef focuses on homecooked flavors at grab-n-go shop and pop-up restaurant
New Audubon coordinator cultivates community through birding
Friends, family reflect on the legacy of Flathead Valley conservationist 'Lex' Blood
Whitefish teacher receives kidney from local parent
A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell Montana, or learn more at lorensauto.com.
This summer, we followed the Brist family from their fifth-generation Montana farm to the bright lights of the Northwest Montana Fair. From early morning chores to the intensity of the show ring, their journey shows the hard work, tradition, and bittersweet goodbyes that come with raising livestock. Discover Season 4 of our Deep Dive podcast, From Farm to Fair — coming Sunday, September 21st!
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