DERRICK PERKINS
NEWS EDITOR
Derrick Perkins serves as News Editor at the Daily Inter Lake. He oversees daily news coverage and works closely with reporters to plan, edit and publish stories across print and digital platforms. Perkins helps coordinate coverage of local government, public safety, business and community developments throughout Northwest Montana. He works with the reporting staff to strengthen journalism while maintaining consistent daily coverage. His role helps ensure the newsroom delivers timely, accurate reporting that readers rely on.
IMPACT: Derrick’s work keeps readers informed about the decisions and events shaping their communities every day.
Recent Stories
Authorities identify suspect in deadly Kalispell shooting
One person is in custody after an early morning shooting in Kalispell on Tuesday left one dead and several wounded, authorities say.
One dead after Monday morning shooting near Columbia Falls
A Monday morning shooting near Columbia Falls left one person dead and another wounded, authorities say.
Accused killer out free after white supremacist helps post bail
The 19-year-old accused of beating a homeless man to death in Kalispell last month is free from the county jail after a known white supremacist with deep ties to Flathead Valley put up property to help cover his $500,000 bail.