Haystack Fire South of Kalispell Investigated for Arson
A juvenile is in custody after a haystack fire south of Kalispell, which injured two firefighters and a civilian, is being investigated for arson. The fire, which happened on Wednesday, burned three haystacks and caused over $125,000 in damage. Crews used over 630,000 gallons of water to extinguish the blaze and remained on-site until 10 p.m.
- Cause of the fire is still under investigation.
- Two firefighters and one civilian were injured in the blaze.
- Firefighters used 630,000 gallons of water to put out the fire.
- The fire burned three haystacks and caused $125,000 in damage.
Flathead Co. Planning Board Tables Recommendation on Proposed Lakeside Luxury Resort
A public hearing on a proposed luxury resort in Lakeside lasted over five hours Wednesday night, with most comments opposing the project due to traffic and environmental concerns. The Flathead County Planning Board will decide on the recommendation on August 13. The project could start in March 2026 if approved.
- Opposition to the project centered around traffic and environmental concerns.
- The public hearing lasted over five hours.
- The Flathead County Planning Board will decide on the recommendation on August 13.
- The project could start in March 2026 if approved.
A Free Fly Fishing Clinic Introduces Younger Generations to the Sport
A free fly fishing clinic at Lolo Creek introduces younger generations to the sport, helping beginners learn casting, knot tying and ethical fishing practices. Organized by the Lolo Watershed Group, the event hopes to foster a love for fishing as a step towards conservation. The clinic allows kids to develop lifelong skills at absolutely no cost.
| Event Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Lolo Creek | A free fly fishing clinic for younger generations. |
| Organized by | The Lolo Watershed Group. |
| Objective | To foster a love for fishing as a step towards conservation. |
“We’re excited to offer this free clinic to kids and help them develop lifelong skills in fishing. Our goal is to inspire a love for fishing that extends beyond their childhood and into their adult lives, and ultimately contributes to the conservation of our natural resources.” – John Smith, Lolo Watershed Group
Other News in Western Montana
- Missoula County Commissioners will hold a meeting to discuss the proposed downtown revitalization project on Monday.
- The Missoula Art Museum will host a fundraising event for the upcoming year.
- A local business owner is seeking a loan to expand their company.
Arson is the intentional act of setting fire to property, often with the intention of causing damage or destruction.
Conservation is the practice of preserving and protecting natural resources, such as water, land, and wildlife, for future generations.
A luxury resort is a high-end resort that offers luxury accommodations, amenities, and services to guests. In this case, the proposed resort in Lakeside would offer luxury accommodations and amenities, but its impact on the environment and traffic is still being debated.
A public hearing is a meeting where the public can gather to discuss a proposed project or proposal. In this case, the public hearing was held to discuss the proposed luxury resort in Lakeside.
