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Sports Calendar and Scoreboard (April 1-6)

Lake County high school sports schedule and results.

Vaccine eligibility expands statewide

Several clinics have been scheduled over the coming weeks to help meet an expected surge in demand.

Public meetings, April 1-8

Lake County government and school meetings.

Sharron Violette, 81

Sharron Darlene (Sadie) Thompson Violette, age 81, entered the pearly gates on March 28, 2021.

Senior Center Calendars

Dixon Senior Center meal calendar.

Tester touts COVID relief during Kalispell visit

U.S. Sen. Jon Tester visited Kalispell on Tuesday to tout the benefits of the third COVID-19 relief package that President Joe Biden signed this month.

Arlee Junior High third-quarter honors

Arlee Junior High third-quarter honors for the 2020-21 school year.

Arlee High School third-quarter honors

Arlee High School third-quarter honors for the 2020-21 school year

Polson Middle School girls attend Ready…Set…Goals! program

The program is designed specifically to assist today’s young women in preparing for their future educational goals.

Mission High School law class holds mock trial

Mr. Chris Kelley’s Intro to Law class at St. Ignatius High School has spent the year studying the foundations of law and what goes into making laws.

Guest column: Answering some COVID-19 vaccination questions

The Lake County-CSKT Unified Command Center (UCC) urges every resident to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Human remains found near base of Mission Mountains

Authorities believe the body is that of 74 -year-old Allen Ray, who was reported missing on Aug. 1, 2020.

Blue Devil Invitational track and field meet results

Saturday in Corvallis

Bulldogs lock down Wardens in season opener

Kooper Page fanned a half dozen, throwing a one-hit shutout.

Solid start for Lady Pirates

Softball squad earns two wins as hosts of season-opening tournament.

Polson tennis hosts three teams to kick off season

Both the Polson boys and girls tennis teams went 1-2 over the weekend against Hamilton and Libby on Friday, and Corvallis on Saturday.

Spring Mack Days Week 2 results

Week 2 ended with winds bringing anglers off the lake early Sunday before the predicted high winds began.

District Court actions, March 24-25

Lake County District Court

Lake County Justice Court actions, March 17-22

Lake County Justice Court

Mission Valley Christian Academy receives major grant for preschool

The private school outside Polson recently received a $300,000 grant from the Gianforte Family Foundation.

Robert W. Goeckel, 78

Robert W. Goeckel, also affectionately known as “Geck,” completed his extraordinary life here on March 22, 2021.

Polson Chamber announces annual community awards

The Polson Chamber of Commerce recently recognized businesses for the 2020 Polson Chamber Community Awards.

Flathead Lakers keeping busy at new base on the shore

Since 1958, the nonprofit Flathead Lakers have been working with the community to protect Flathead Lake and its watershed, and to keep it clean for generations to come.

Charlo duo lands All-State honors

Charlo Lady Vikings seniors Liev Smith and Carlee Fryberger put a bow on their illustrious basketball careers.

Editorial: A blemish on an otherwise beautiful parade

After a year of isolation, Ronan offered up a refreshing, well attended public event last Wednesday evening with its St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Five Mission players earn postseason honors; LaFrombois is All-State

Mission sophomore guard Zoran LaFrombois has been named to the Class B boys basketball All-State team.

Letters to the Editor: An apology is due

March 25, 2021 Letters to the Editor

Birth Announcements

Lake County birth announcements for March 25, 2021.

Time Capsule: Monkey on his back

This week in Lake County News archives.

Legals for March, 25 2021

Sports Calendar and Scoreboard (March 26 to April 1)

Lake County high school sports schedule and results.

Charlo considering four-day school week

The Charlo School District is considering implementing a four-day schedule for its 2021-22 school year.

Public Meetings, March 25 to April 1

Lake County government and school meetings.

Senior Center Calendars

Meals and activities for this week.

Flathead Audubon offering snow geese field trip

Flathead Audubon will be hosting a trip to the Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area on Friday and Saturday.

MHSA announces spring sports guidelines

The Montana High School Association released recommendations for spring sports Friday.

Spring Mack Days Week 1 results

The 2021 Spring Mack Days fishing event has drawn 558 registered anglers so far.

Death notice: Raymond V. Cooper, 91

Raymond V. Cooper, 91, passed away Saturday, March 20 at Mountain View Care Center in Ronan.

County announces 28th virus-related death

Lake County reported its first COVID-19 death in more than two months last week.

Lake County District Court Actions, March 17

Lake County District Court

School election registration deadline looming

Regular registration for all Lake County school elections to be held Tuesday, May 4 will close at 5 p.m. April 5.

Kindergarten round-ups scheduled for late March through April

It’s that time of the school year for kindergarten round-ups, beginning Friday at Charlo.

Man arrested after lengthy high-speed chase

A man is in custody at the Lake County Detention Center following a two-county high-speed chase that covered at least 50 miles over the weekend

Community Notes: Easter egg hunt Sunday at Polson church

Also: Flathead Cherry Festival vendor applications and summer reading grants.

Montana’s proposed Pollinator Protection Act seeks to help save the bees

Patty Sundberg remembers a time early in her 40-year career in beekeeping when a 5% annual colony loss felt like a big deal.

Road trip wreck ends in felony charge against Polson woman

A Polson woman’s recent road trip to the Flathead Valley didn’t have an ending she likely could have imagined.

Zero waste webinar series launches this spring

A six-part webinar series titled “Beyond Recycling: Making Zero Waste Work” launches this spring.

Coaches needed for student writing program

Writing Coaches of Montana is hosting its second online training this year for community members who want to work with students on their writing assignments.

Montana has 19 confirmed cases of COVID-19 variants

Montana has a total of 19 confirmed cases of COVID-19 variants in 11 counties, the state health department said Wednesday.

Photos: St. Patrick's Day parade in Ronan

Ronan painted the town green Wednesday evening.

Polson cheer squad steps up to national stage

Polson has one of the best cheer squads in the region, and a first-place finish at its first-ever USA Spirit Cheer Competition to prove it.

Guest column: Session’s second half is off and running

As we begin the second half of the 67th legislative session I would like to highlight some very important bills that we can all support for the benefit of Montana.

Law enforcement building plan for unified response to missing person calls

When a family member or someone you know disappears, who do you call for help? Anyone you can.

Ronan woman gets deferred sentence for negligent homicide

A Ronan woman who was driving during a crash that left her friend dead received a three-year deferred sentence for negligent homicide March 10 in Lake County District Court.

Graham, Wilson, Lunceford named All-State

Class A basketball postseason honors are sporting a distinctly Lake County look in 2021.

Birth Announcements

Lake County birth announcements for March 11, 2021.

Letters to the Editor: Open and fair elections

March 18, 2021 letters to the editor

Legals for March, 18 2021

Time Capsule: Ronan goes green

This week in Lake County news archives.

Public meetings, March 18-25

Lake County government and school meetings.

Senior Center Calendars

Activities and meals for Polson and Dixon.

All Montanans will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine April 1

Montana residents ages 16 and older will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine on April 1, Gov. Greg Gianforte announced Tuesday.

Guest column: Tribal health leaders critical for statewide health collaborations

The roles of tribal relations manager and director of American Indian health are uniquely positioned to enable DPHHS to effectively engage and strengthen collaborative partnerships.

Lake County rescinds mask directive

Lake County commissioners voted unanimously to rescind Resolution 20-4, put in place March 17, 2020, which declared a state of emergency in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Local briefs: Mission students surpass reading goal

Students at Mission Elementary School were challenged to read 2,000 books during the month of February.

District Court Actions, March 10-11

Lake County District Court

Former Polson Mayor Mike Lies dies at age 89

Former Polson Mayor Mike Lies, an educator and dedicated community volunteer, died March 7 at age 89.

Polson expecting $1.2 million in COVID-19 relief

The $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11.

Mission Drug offering COVID-19 vaccine as part of pilot program

Mission Drug was selected to take part in a federal pilot program to administer COVID-19 vaccines this month.

Local Scouts get a taste of the Klondike

Boy Scout Troop 1947 out of Polson attended a Klondike Derby in late February on private land approximately 11 miles south of Missoula.

Grant helps CSKT interactive educational programs go live online

“Fire on the Land,” “Explore the River” and “Lower Flathead River Interactive Map and Resource Guide” are now available online.

Expect plenty of roadwork on U.S. 2 this summer

Folks visiting Glacier National Park or just trying to get around the east side of the valley can expect traffic delays this summer.

Hitchcock-based radio play coming to Polson High

The Polson High School Theater Department will perform a radio play by Joe Landry titled “Vintage Hitchcock” on March 25-26.

Proposed bill would ease the pain of bagging an animal with CWD

Dallas Carr had one thought running through his mind when he put his crosshairs on the bull moose.

Multi-agency investigation yields 10 drug arrests in Polson

The Polson Police Department announced a string a drug-related arrests that began with a traffic stop Thursday.

Feeding wildlife has negative consequences for animals and humans

With the extreme cold and snow much of Montana experienced recently, it’s easy to take pity on wildlife and put out some food.

Springtime welcomes bears back to the Valley

As spring approaches, the Tribal Wildlife Management Program would like to remind the public that bears, both black and grizzly, will be soon emerging from their dens.

Janis Marie Jette, 73

Janis Marie Jette passed away peacefully March 7, 2021 after a 2½-year valiant fight with ovarian cancer.

Michael F. Lies, 89

Michael F. Lies passed away Sunday, March 7, 2021.

Local lawmakers meet with constituents during break

Cherry Valley School may finally have the champion it needs to help it get a new boiler.

NW Montana filmmaker: Wildlife hunting pays for its own future

Wildlife filmmaker Tom Opre of Whitefish believes humans must see real value in wildlife before they will work to conserve and shepherd it into the future.

Polson exploring rules for keeping chickens

The Polson City Commission is working on an ordinance to allow approved residents to keep chickens on their property.

Letters to the Editor: Let health boards do their jobs

March 11, 2021 letters to the editor.

Time Capsule: It’s cookie time

This week in Lake County news archives.

Ronan child care center grand opening is Saturday

Owner Tonie Smothers has worked in the childcare industry for nearly 30 years.

Senior Center Calendar

Activities and meal calendars for Polson

Legals for March, 11 2021

State enters next stage of COVID-19 vaccinations

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte last week expanded Phase 1B of the state's COVID-19 vaccine distribution.

Pirates' Sloan claims two state swimming titles

The maiden voyage for the Polson Pirates new swim team ended with a pair of state titles for senior standout Mason Sloan.

Chiefs halt Pirates on way to fourth place

A rollercoaster season for the Ronan Chiefs basketball program ended just short of capturing state hardware.

Good times, bad times for Pirates at state

The Polson boys were greeted with a smack to the face Thursday to open the Class A state basketball tournament at Great Falls.

Pair of Pirates capture state wrestling medals

Polson wrestlers Ryley Knutson and Maysn Cowell finished fifth in their respective weight classes at the Class A state wrestling meet last weekend at MIles City.

Maidens' run ends at state

After an inspiring string of wins at divisionals, the Ronan Maidens wrapped up their season with a pair of losses at the Class A state tournament at Great Falls.

Bulldogs just miss trip to state

Following loss to Deer Lodge at the Western B divisional tournament in Eureka, the Mission Bulldogs turned things around.

Lady Bulldogs lose two at season's end

The Lady Bulldogs ended their season with a pair of losses at the Western B divisional tournament last week at Eureka

Public meetings, March 11-18

Lake County government and school meetings.

Girl Scout builds, donates bat boxes for Polson parks

Abbi set out to earn the Bronze Award, the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can achieve.

Polson School District hires new superintendent

Michael Cutler will take over the role to start the 2021-22 school year.

Polson man accused of dealing meth, heroin pleads not guilty in federal court

A Polson man accused facing charges of intent to distribute and felon in possession of a firearm pleaded not guilty March 2.

Man arrested in Pablo shooting enters guilty plea

A man involved in a Dec. shooting in Pablo pleaded guilty to two counts of felony assault with a weapon as part of a plea agreement.

Charlo man pleads guilty to felony burglary, bail jumping

A Charlo man accused of kicking in the door of a Ronan apartment and assaulting the apartment’s tenant pleaded guilty to burglary and bail jumping, both felonies.

Education briefs: Local students receive Reach Higher Montana scholarships

Several Lake County area students were selected to receive $1,000 scholarships.

Lorraine Louise Salomon Cornelius, 87

Lorraine Louise Salomon Cornelius, 87, passed peacefully to eternal life on March 4, 2021 at St. Luke Extended Care in Ronan.

Debbie Lynn Jones, 59

Debbie Lynn Jones, 59, of Polson, passed away Nov. 15, 2020, with her family by her side.

Winnie Jones, 93

Winnie Jones, 93, of Polson passed away Monday, Oct. 19, 2020 while surrounded by her family.

District Court actions, March 3-4

Lake County District Court actions

District Court actions, Feb. 24-25

Lake County District Court actions.

Ronan High School second-quarter Honor Roll

The following students have met the requirements for second-quarter Honor Roll at Ronan High School.

Ronan Middle School second-quarter Honor Roll

The following students have met the requirements for second-quarter Honor Roll at Ronan Middle School.

Polson Middle School Honor Roll

The following students have met the requirements for second-quarter Honor Roll at Polson Middle School.

Arlee Junior High second-quarter honors

The following students have met the requirements for second-quarter honors at Arlee Junior High School.

St. Ignatius schools second-quarter Honor Roll

The following students have met the requirements for second quarter Honor Roll at St. Ignatius High School and Middle School.

Dayton woman, daughter among 3 killed in crash east of Kalispell

Three people died in a fiery head-on collision on Montana 35 in the Creston area.

View from the Library: We're open longer these days

I am very pleased to announce that we have expanded our hours. We now have regular, year-round hours.

Climate advocate training offered online

The Montana chapters of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) will hold a virtual Climate Advocate Training workshop.

Zebra mussels detected on moss balls in Montana pet stores

Officials with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks recently detected zebra mussels in aquarium moss balls in pet stores throughout the state.

Artist brings wildlife alive in children's books

Artist Karla Martinson has created a series of children’s books that bring Montana’s wildlife vividly alive.

Ronan sweeps middle school Academic Bowl

The annual Mission Valley Academic Bowl, a unique homegrown tradition, held its final meet at Ronan Middle School Feb. 24.

Guest column: Many hands built this gem of a club

The Boys & Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation – Polson clubhouse has been up and running for over four months, and the possibilities it offers just keep growing.

Malt Shop lives on to serve another generation

Tyler McGee Morigeau couldn’t watch his beloved Malt Shop, a cornerstone of his youth, pass into history when owner Amy Miller decided to retire last summer.

Letters to the Editor: Irrigation deal needed

March 4, 2021 letters to the editor.

Legals for March, 4 2021

Birth Announcements

Lake County birth announcements for March 4, 2021.

MHP trooper shoots fleeing suspect during traffic stop near Ronan

The trooper attempted to stop a vehicle near the intersection of Beaverhead Drive and Eagle Lane.

Dayton kids enjoy skate day at Lake Mary Ronan

Friends of Lake Mary Ronan held a skate party Friday for students of Dayton Elementary School.

Senior Center Calendars

Activities and meals calendars for Polson and Dixon.

Convicted murderer Wood gets 100 years with no parole

Even at the end, convicted murderer Danielle Wood proclaimed her innocence.

Sports Calendar and Scoreboard (March 3-6)

Lake County high school sports schedule and results.

Pirates land No. 2 seed to state

The Polson Pirates’ run through divisionals last week at Butte had a very familiar feel.

Mission Valley sends 25 wrestlers to state meets

Twenty Lake County wrestlers — 11 from Ronan and nine from Polson — punched their ticket to state last weekend.

Chiefs right the ship at Butte

It was a rough start for the Chiefs at the Class A divisional tournament last week.

Maidens turn some heads with impressive run

It was a bit of a Cinderella run at divisionals last week at Butte for the Maidens.

Tough draw works against Charlo girls

Three of the state’s top four ranked teams — No. 1 Seeley-Swan, No. 3 Manhattan Christian and No. 4 Charlo — landed in the Western divisional.

Polson's Maggie Todd signs with Carroll College

Polson High School senior Maggie Todd signed a letter of intent Feb. 24 to play volleyball at Carroll College in Helena.

Free the Seeds celebrates sixth year March 6–8

Free the Seeds returns to the Flathead Valley March 6–8 for a sixth year of workshops and free seeds.

Public meetings, March 4-11

Lake County government and school meetings.

February Marriages

From Lake County District Court

Leslie Norman Haugen, 80

Leslie Norman Haugen passed away Sunday, Feb. 13, 2021, in Tucson, Ariz.

Betty Lee Kelton, 85

Betty Lee Kelton, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother joined our Lord and Savior in heaven Feb. 2, 2021.

Report of plane crash west of Polson was unfounded

Emergency response personnel from Lake and Sanders counties responded to a report Monday morning of a plane crash in the Irvine Flats area west of Polson.

Open burning season in effect

Open burning season began March 1 and is in effect through April 30 on the Flathead Indian Reservation.

Shandy Marie Padilla, 42

Our beautiful Shandy crossed heaven's gate Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021 in Polson.

Franklin D. Clement, 86

Franklin D. Clement, 86, passed away Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Edgewood Vista in Kalispell.