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News Now

By: Daily Inter Lake
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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.


Explore more from the Daily Inter Lake’s podcast network! Deep Dive brings you in-depth stories from across our area. Keeping Score delivers a front row seat to Northwest Montana sports. And Press Play spotlights Montana musicians, featuring interviews and live performances.

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Episodes
  • Kathleen Littfin: Award-Winning Quilter Turns Fabric into Love, Art, and Legacy
    Sep 15 2025

    What if a quilt could hold more than stitches—what if it could hold love, memory, and joy? Meet award-winning quilter Kathleen Littfin, whose creations have comforted families, celebrated milestones, and turned grief into something beautiful. From engineering precision to six-year masterpieces, Kathleen’s work tells stories in fabric. Catch her inspiring journey and see why quilts are more than blankets—they’re pieces of life itself.

    The Flathead Quilters' Guild show will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19 and from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 in the Expo Building at the Flathead County Fairgrounds, 265 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. For more information, visit flatheadquilters.org.

    Read Haily Smalley's full article on dailyinterlake.com.

    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.

    In Season 3 of Daily Inter Lake's Deep Dive podcast, we explore the devastating fire that struck the small town of Noxon, Montana. By the end of the day on February 27, 2024, three-quarters of the town’s business community were wiped out. Listen to the two-part story on any audio platform you prefer, or watch the series on our YouTube channel.

    Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and please consider subscribing to us. Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. And follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us!

    Subscribe to all our other DIL pods! Keep up with northwest Montana sports on Keeping Score, dig into stories with Deep Dive, and jam out to local musicians with Press Play.


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    5 mins
  • Montana Reacts to Charlie Kirk’s Death, Hockey Coach Trial, and Whitefish DUI Case
    Sep 13 2025

    This episode of News Now covers three of Montana’s biggest developing stories. Politicians across the state respond to the shocking death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, remembered for his influence on young Republicans and his ties to Montana’s political leaders. We also follow the trial of former youth hockey coach Jami James, facing multiple counts of sexual assault against minors, and provide the latest updates in Whitefish, where 20-year-old Andrew Sullivan has pleaded not guilty to negligent homicide after a fatal crash. Stay informed with in-depth reporting from Montana’s largest independent newsroom.

    Read more from this week’s stories:
    Montana politicians mourn the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
    Child victim testifies in hockey coach sexual assault case in Butte
    Marion man pleads not guilty to negligent homicide in alleged DUI crash that killed Flathead teen

    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.

    In Season 3 of Daily Inter Lake's Deep Dive podcast, we explore the devastating fire that struck the small town of Noxon, Montana. By the end of the day on February 27, 2024, three-quarters of the town’s business community were wiped out. Listen to the two-part story on any audio platform you prefer, or watch the series on our YouTube channel.

    Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and please consider subscribing to us. Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. And follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us!

    Subscribe to all our other DIL pods! Keep up with northwest Montana sports on Keeping Score, dig into stories with Deep Dive, and jam out to local musicians with Press Play.


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    10 mins
  • Glacier Park Bear Attack, Highline Trail Tragedy, DUI Crash & Flathead County Budget Cuts
    Sep 6 2025

    This week on News Now from the Daily Inter Lake, reporter Taylor Inman covers a series of major stories impacting Northwest Montana. First, a hiker was injured in a bear encounter in Glacier National Park, followed by a tragic fatal fall on the Highline Trail. We also dive into the alleged DUI crash outside Whitefish that killed a Flathead teenager and the legal fallout surrounding the driver. Finally, we break down the Flathead County budget for fiscal year 2026, which brings lower property taxes while funding major projects.

    Read more from this week’s stories:
    Glacier National Park hiker injured by bear defending cubs
    Woman dies after 450-foot fall from Highline Trail
    Driver charged in fatal Whitefish crash involving teen
    Flathead County budget lowers taxes

    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.

    In Season 3 of Daily Inter Lake's Deep Dive podcast, we explore the devastating fire that struck the small town of Noxon, Montana. By the end of the day on February 27, 2024, three-quarters of the town’s business community were wiped out. Listen to the two-part story on any audio platform you prefer, or watch the series on our YouTube channel.

    Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and please consider subscribing to us. Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. And follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us!

    Subscribe to all our other DIL pods! Keep up with northwest Montana sports on Keeping Score, dig into stories with Deep Dive, and jam out to local musicians with Press Play.


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    9 mins
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