Press Release: Key Developments in Western Montana for Thursday
MISSOULA — Here’s a roundup of significant news stories from Western Montana.
First, 43-year-old Jeremy Benham has been arrested following an incident of inappropriate behavior involving an 11-year-old at Splash Montana. The Missoula Police Department initiated an investigation after the young girl reported that an adult male had inappropriately touched her while she was in the pool, leading to Benham’s arrest.
In environmental news, Flathead Lake is expected to face lower water levels this summer, with reductions of up to three feet below normal. This decrease is attributed to an exceptionally hot and dry spring, and Energy Keepers Inc. warns that this could impact local tourism and navigation, reminiscent of the challenges faced during last year’s low water conditions.
Lastly, the Outpost at Kalispell, a new affordable housing complex, is under development near Appleway Drive. The project will offer 24 units aimed at residents earning below the area’s median income, with 10% of units designated for veterans and at-risk groups. The development team is applying for $8.5 million from the 2026 Montana Tax Credit Housing Program to support this initiative.
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