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Hello Whitefish! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: A 25th-year championship finale, AI apprenticeship funding, and Heritage Days Parade + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A milestone event concludes: James Alliston claimed his fourth CCI 4*-L championship as The Event at Rebecca Farm concluded its 25th year, with the Mai Baum award presented and Rebecca Broussard’s vision fulfilled -- read the full story.
Training pathways are expanding: Montana’s labor department received over $800,000 to expand apprenticeships statewide, adding artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing tracks that could bring training options to Whitefish workers under the 406 Jobs Initiative -- see what the funding supports.
Severe weather stretches on: After storms started Tuesday, more are forecast today through Friday across southwest Montana, bringing torrential downpours, strong wind gusts, hail and lightning for much of the region -- check today’s storm outlook.
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The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Your low-key river day: When the week’s chaos needs an off switch, Baker Park delivers with grassy hangout space, a kid-approved playground, picnic spots, a fishing dock, and easy canoe or kayak put-in. Sneak in a mellow paddle or quick line toss, then call it a win.
Your new coffee nook: Folklore Coffee nails the house-roasted cup and keeps the vibe mellow enough to actually answer emails. Grab a flaky pastry, claim a cozy corner, and let the free WiFi and occasional open-mic energy remind you why Whitefish mornings are secretly the best.
Treasure hunt, better sleep: If your living room needs a glow-up and your back wants fewer “ow” moments, Home Consign and Design & EZ Rest Mattress packs over 35,000 square feet of ever-changing finds plus in-store testable mattresses from Helix, Leesa, DreamCloud and more, all run by a veteran-owned local crew.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with *Lemonade →
The upgrades that make your home feel new again start here. You don't need a full remodel to fall back in love with your space. New fixtures, a fresh coat of paint, updated hardware, the small changes that make a room feel different. It's all in Home Depot, so a weekend is all it takes to give a tired room a fresh start. *Shop the refresh →
Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
A window quote that takes an hour and costs you nothing. No showroom, no sales runaround, no obligation to buy anything. A design consultant comes to you, measures your windows, walks you through the options, and leaves you with an exact price and timeline, that's the whole visit. Keep the quote as long as you like and decide whenever you're ready, or don't. Booking takes about a minute. *Book your free visit →
The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan → |
Have an event to share? We (and our readers) can't wait to hear about it! Submit an event → |
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🛍 Market Wednesdays @ Thirty Eight Whitefish | Wednesday (7/22) at 4:00 PM – Midweek calls for a Whitefish wander, not another to-do list. Market Wednesdays means local artisans and fine goods to browse, neighbors to catch up with, and something you swear you needed to buy, then refuel with food trucks, Sweet Peaks, and the craft bar.
🐎 Heritage Days Open Rodeo @ Blue Moon Arena (Columbia Falls) | Thursday (7/23) at 7:00 PM – Montana’s longest running open rodeo series rolls on at the legendary Blue Moon with bull and bronc riding, barrel racing, breakaway roping, team roping, and a little steer riding for good measure. Same dust you grew up with, better seats, and no Glacier vacation required.
🤠 Brash Rodeo @ Blue Moon Niteclub (Columbia Falls) | Friday (7/24) at 7:00 PM – Ready for dirt, adrenaline, and that Blue Moon Arena buzz you can't fake? Roughstock and timed events under the lights, where one slip turns cheers into groans, and standings into shuffle. It’s hometown rodeo, with Flathead Valley flavor, not a glossy stadium show.
🎨 Heritage Days Craft & Vendor Fair @ Marantette Park 233 13th Street East, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 | Saturday (7/25) at 2:00 AM – Heritage Days is the kind of shopping that counts as your steps, with over 150 vendors across multiple buildings, live tunes, and food trucks on standby. Nova Scotian pottery, woodwork, and dangerously good fudge await, and yes, cash is still king, weekend-pass bracelet included.
🥞 Robert Trinastich Pancake Breakfast @ Columbia Falls Fire Department | Saturday (7/25) at 7:00 AM – If your Heritage Days routine starts with syrup, the Robert Trinastich Memorial Scholarship Pancake Breakfast at the Columbia Falls Fire Department delivers. Hot cakes, sausage, and coffee that could wake a mill shift, all fueling scholarships for local grads. Short stack, big impact, zero guilt.
🕺 Summer Get Down 2026 @ Columbia Super Wash (Columbia Falls) | Saturday (7/25) at 2:00 PM – Nothing beats a summer afternoon of shiny paint, grill smoke, and light bragging in a car wash lot. Summer Get Down parks at Columbia Super Wash with all makes, music, awards, and eats, raising money for the Rodeo Family Relief Fund. Egos stay home.
🎺 Heritage Days Parade @ Nucleus Ave, Columbia Falls, MT 59912, United States | Sunday (7/26) at 12:00 PM – Feel like proving you can still snag the best curb seat? The Heritage Days Parade rolls through with classic cars, marching bands, shiny fire engines, and Shriners in tiny cars, plus a healthy dose of neighborly waves, candy flinging, and small town pride.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Whitefish report Weather forecastToday — High: 92°F — Low: 61°F — Precip: 14%
Patchy smoke after 7am. Sunny, with a high near 92. West northwest wind around 2 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. North wind around 2 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 92°F — Low: 62°F — Precip: 23%
A slight chance of rain between noon and 3pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. This house is wildThis mountain modern townhome brings rare nightly and weekly zoning, a polished kitchen with timeless finishes, and a quiet setting beside a city park and nature preserve. Whitefish City Beach, downtown restaurants and shops, Whitefish Mountain Resort, and Whitefish Lake Golf Course are all close by, with Glacier National Park just 30 minutes away.
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