From Shelters to Grizzlies: Local Challenges in Northwest Montana

In this week's episode of News Now, host Taylor Inman dives into the heated Kalispell City Council decision to revoke the Flathead Warming Center’s permit, igniting debates on homelessness and community safety. We also explore the euthanization of a grizzly bear in Libby, highlighting the ongoing challenges of human-wildlife conflict. Additionally, we discuss a lawsuit filed by conservation groups against federal agencies over a controversial trout reintroduction project in Glacier National Park. Join us as we unpack these pressing issues affecting our community.

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Great job young lady! I think you have a bright future if this is the 'trade' you are working towards!! My comments on the topics.. I think most people want to help the homeless, or those down on their luck.. However, there are absolutely those who have setup shelters as a business, and as cheaply operated as possible, and don't live up to their promises nor contracts. Whoever thinks it is one's RIGHT to setup a business and not live up to handling their business properly, doesn't know what they are talking about. A city / county literally can close down businesses which do not comply or live up to the standards where they are located... As for the Griz... I'm a intentionally retired hunter with a LOT of ranch land (family) which I have hunted without a blink as a kid... I have NO PROB that anyone hunts, and so on... I just don't chose to do it myself any longer.. When in Alaska, Montana, Idaho or Wyoming, I always carry.. Actually, I do here in Texas.. The "two leggers" are my concern down here.. The caliber fits the location.. That out of the way.. Even I KNOW that habituating bears to humans, directly or just irresponsibly is a BAD idea... Not just because they are put down by rangers or USFS people for becoming a nuisance and threat... When these beautiful 'murder machines' associate food with humans, and then humans are all out of food... They can become food.. Glock 27 for the daily.. Glock 20 when in brown bear country out and about.. Shotgun if around people hunting... Just my take on it.. And, I do NOT believe in bear spray for the perfect defense, though I actually carry it as often as warranted, but never without a side arm...