Derek Joseph

BIGFORK — For four days after the Fourth of July, the annual Bigfork Rodeo brings in around 20,000 people for a display of professional entertainment.

It was an emotional homecoming nearly two years after he was struck by lightning following a soccer practice at Glacier High School. Garey was being honored in Logan Health Children's Hospital's Hall of Heroes, which highlights the stories of former patients who have recovered from their illness or injuries.

KALISPELL — If you like horses, Kalispell is the place to be this week with the return of The Event at Rebecca Farm showcasing the equestrian sport eventing.

KALISPELL — One horse, three events, and one place to show them all off at the event at Rebecca Farm, which brings in riders from across the western United States and Canada for equestrian competition.

KALISPELL — Most days, you can find Autumn Blankenship at the softball fields in Kalispell refining her skills with her parents.

SPOKANE, Wash. — One of the great traditions of the Big Sky Kickoff is the youth camp where these kids get to learn from Division I players and, in this case, national champions about the fundamentals of the game.

SPOKANE — The Big Sky Kickoff featured more than just football players, with members of the Big Sky Student-Athlete Advisory Committee invited for conferences with representatives in attendance.

KALISPELL — Unhealthy air is forcing young athletes off the field in northwest Montana. State guidelines say sports must move indoors or be rescheduled when the air quality index tops 150.

KALISPELL — A Kalispell mother of two created a new sports space designed to give kids a place to play, practice, and connect with peers year-round.

RONAN — Small town football is special in Montana, but sometimes opportunities are harder to come by in these communities.