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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Episodes
282 episodes
Bigfork Marina Withdrawn, Cemetery Theft Lawsuit and Libby Clinic Closure
Taylor Inman rounds up the week's biggest stories from Northwest Montana from this week.Developers behind a proposed 97-slip marina in Bigfork Bay pulled their permit application after pushback from the community. A Flathead County lawsu...
Kalispell Standoff, Bear Warnings and Big Mountain Fire Funding
Taylor Inman breaks down five major stories shaping Northwest Montana - from a tense standoff in Kalispell to bears pushing into town as the huckleberry crop comes up short.A suspect is in custody after Kalispell Police responded to rep...
Grizzly Bear Attack Report, Fatal Kalispell Fire, Rockfall Death on Going-to-the-Sun Road
Five major stories shaping Northwest Montana this week - from a fatal fire at a Kalispell roofing business to a deadly rockfall on Going-to-the-Sun Road. Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman breaks down the headlines you need to know....
August Events in Northwest Montana | Huckleberry Days, NW Montana Fair, Rodeos & Summer Festivals
August is one of the busiest months of the year in Northwest Montana, and Melissa Wells is back with your complete guide to everything happening across the Flathead Valley.From the beloved Huckleberry Days Art Festival in Whitefish to t...
Glacier Park Shuttle Update, Toxic Spill, Invasive Brown Trout Alert & Bison Range Baby Boom
Join host Taylor Inman for 4 major stories shaping Northwest Montana - from Glacier's Logan Pass shuttle system holding steady through peak season to a bison baby boom on the Flathead Reservation.Glacier's new Logan Pass shuttle system ...
"Forever Chemicals" in Flathead Waters, Kalispell's Population Boom & a Felony DUI Arrest
Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over five major stories shaping Northwest Montana this week - from forever chemicals detected in the Flathead Watershed to a new flood-resilient bridge for Farm to Market Road.The ...
Truck Theft Arrest, Council Resignation & Rising Park Fees
This week, host Taylor Inman covers four major stories shaping Northwest Montana — from a Coram truck theft that led to a DUI arrest to a record-breaking nonprofit fundraising campaign.An 18-year-old already on probation for a fatal DUI...
Glacier Park Flooding, Airport Runway Shutdown & a Cat Crisis
This week, host Taylor Inman covers the biggest headlines shaping Northwest Montana — from flood-driven closures in Glacier National Park to a $21 million runway overhaul grounding flights at Glacier Park International Airport, a potential reop...
Your Complete July Guide to Flathead Valley Events: Art Festivals, Concerts & More!
July is packed in Northwest Montana, and host Melissa Wells has your complete guide to the best festivals, concerts, and community events happening across the Flathead Valley this month. The Whitefish Arts Festival kicks off July 4th we...
Montana Teacher Investigation, Glacier Wrestling Verdict & Bigfork Dam Future
This week, host Taylor Inman covers six major stories shaping Northwest Montana - from a major investigation involving a Hot Springs teacher to the uncertain future of Bigfork's historic hydroelectric dam, a landmark federal jury verdict involv...
Going-to-the-Sun Road Opens, Wildfire Season Warning & Glacier Signs Ordered Restored
This week, host Taylor Inman covers five major stories shaping Northwest Montana - from a long-awaited road opening in Glacier National Park to a federal court order reversing the Trump Administration's removal of interpretive signs across nati...
Rafting Accident, Whitefish Landmark Changes Hands & Major Montana Investigations
A miraculous rescue on the Middle Fork River, the future of one of Whitefish’s most iconic bars, leadership turmoil inside a Montana school district, allegations of a six-figure church theft, and a Kalispell man facing serious criminal charges ...
Grizzly Attack at Glacier, Primary Election Results & Airport Closure
This week in Northwest Montana, host Taylor Inman breaks down the headlines you need to know - from a frightening grizzly bear encounter on one of Glacier National Park's most popular trails to a primary election that reshuffled the political l...
Dreamers & Doers: The Stories Putting Northwest Montana on the Map
This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman dives into some of the best feature stories coming out of Northwest Montana - and this episode has everything from reality TV to community pride to a kid businessman who's already shipping products natio...
June in the Flathead: Festivals, Live Music & Can't-Miss Events
Summer is knocking at the door here in the Flathead Valley, and June is stacked with live music, art openings, cultural events, and free family fun. In this month's local events roundup, we're breaking down everything happening in Whitefish and...
Montana Fishing Shakeups, Kalispell Cruising Controversy, Lake County Jail Debate & Libby Drug Case
Major changes could be coming to Northwest Montana — from fishing regulations and downtown Kalispell cruising to jail oversight battles and a troubling Libby drug court case. In this episode of News Now from the Daily Inter Lake, reporter Taylo...
Grizzly Bear Attack Investigation, School Levy Fallout & West Glacier Work Camp
On this episode of News Now from the Daily Inter Lake, host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest headlines impacting Northwest Montana. A deadly suspected grizzly bear attack in Glacier National Park is raising new questions after s...
PFAS testing results, Glacier wrestling lawsuit & campaign to remove Kalispell mayor
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman covers the biggest headlines shaping northwest Montana — from new environmental findings in Flathead waters to major legal battles and political controversy in Kalispell.New ...
Youth Voices in the Sheriff Race: DUI, Response Times, Mental Health & Community Trust
Students from Bigfork High School take the lead in this special bonus episode, asking direct questions to Flathead County sheriff candidates Brian Heino and Evie Cahalen ahead of the June 2 Republican primary.Representing teen voices ac...
Election 2026: Meet Incumbent Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino
Incumbent Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino sits down with reporter Taylor Inman to discuss his bid for a third term, outlining his approach to public safety, staffing shortages, deputy training, and mental health response in the Flathead Val...
Election 2026: Meet Flathead County Sherriff Candidate Evie Cahalen
Marion resident Evie Cahalen joins reporter Taylor Inman to discuss her campaign to unseat incumbent Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino in the upcoming June 2 Republican primary. Drawing on decades of law enforcement experience, Cahalen outlin...
Whitefish Assault Case, Glacier Court Ruling, Lakeside Debate & Kalispell Parking Changes
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman covers the biggest headlines across northwest Montana - starting with a Whitefish woman who is facing multiple charges after allegedly attacking her husband and adult children i...
Northwest Montana Events Guide for May: Whitefish Restaurant Week, Fish Fest, Live Music & More!
May in Northwest Montana is packed with can’t-miss events—and this episode of News Now’s Local Events guide has everything you need to plan your month. From the return of Whitefish Restaurant Week and Fish Fest to live music, theater, festivals...
Glacier River Plan Debate, Whitefish Lawsuit & Tumbleweed Crisis
This week on News Now, Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest headlines across northwest Montana - from public land debates and legal developments to environmental challenges and major event announcements.The Fla...
Glacier Park Openings, $1.3M Fraud Case, Land Deal & Wildlife Stories
This week on News Now, reporter Taylor Inman is covering the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana - from Glacier National Park openings and major conservation efforts to a complex fraud case and community development projects.Glaci...
