From wild pine martens hitching rides to hoverboarders on the lake, Glacier National Park’s rangers have been busy! Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she dives into recent park dispatch reports that range from life-saving rescues to quirky wildlife encounters. It’s a glimpse into the unpredictable and often adventurous life inside the park.

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.

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.

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.

Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us

Get ready for cozy fall vibes and exciting local events in this week's Local Events episode! Celebrate Bear Awareness Month with a guided hike on the Whitefish Trail, discover the beauty of birdwatching with Flathead Audubon, and enjoy musical performances at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center. Don’t forget to check out the Flathead Library’s annual book sale and gear up for the Great Northwest Oktoberfest. With so much to explore, let us help you find your next best time in Northwest Montana!

Find all events on our online calendar! Events mentioned in this week's episode:

Fall Bear Aware Hike
On The Stage with Mike Eldred – INSPIRED! | Amazing Place Music
Badrock Canyon WMA Birding Field Trip
Birds of Prey ID Workshop at Wild Wings Raptor Recovery Center
Jewel Basin Hawk Watch Field Trip
Ethical Material Sourcing Discussion Panel
Friends of Flathead County Library Book Sale
The Great Northwest Oktoberfest

The Daily Inter Lake is celebrating its 135th birthday with a special subscription offer of only $19.50 per month for a home-delivered newspaper plus full digital access to all eight of our award-winning, independent newspapers. Call us at 406-755-7018 to sign up today and do your part to keep community journalism alive and thriving.

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.

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.

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.

Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us

On this episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman covers the latest major headlines from northwest Montana. We delve into last week’s armed standoff involving Two Bear Air, where the helicopter crew was targeted by gunfire and a laser sight. Plus, we look at the prescribed burns taking place around the Flathead Valley. Finally, we discuss the miraculous recovery of a Glacier High School student after a lightning strike and the ongoing community support. The Daily Inter Lake is celebrating 135 years with a special offer: $19.50/month for home delivery plus full digital access to newspapers. Call 406-755-7018 to subscribe and support local journalism!

Read more of these stories:
Suspect shot at Two Bear Air during standoff, sheriff says
Prescribed fires slated around the Flathead Valley
Glacier High School student injured in lightning strike released from ICU

Read more local and state coverage:
Gianforte honors veterans, remembers 9/11 in Kalispell
Remembering 9/11, foundation hosts 10th Patriot Day ceremony in Bigfork
Tester urges Biden administration to support Noxon Bridge replacement
Presentation uncovers unusual aspects of historic tales
Family of minor allegedly sickened by E. coli outbreak sues in federal court
Kalispell City Council revisits using tax dollars for workforce housing

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.

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.

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.

Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us