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Chiefs grapplers capture first at Kato Invitational

The Ronan High School wrestling team captured first place in the Ted Kato Invitational tournament Saturday.

Local golfer looks forward after suffering concussion

Kaycee Conrad vividly recalls a softball accident that briefly debilitated her from participating in the sport she excels in: golf.

Polson registration for Little Guy Wrestling Tuesday

The registration meeting for Polson’s Little Guy Wrestling program will be held at Polson High School auditorium at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Polson Auditorium. The program is open to wrestlers from age 6-years-old through 8th grade.

Lady Pirates ready for showdown with Frenchtown

The Polson Lady Pirates now have an opportunity to position themselves to get involved with the conference race with their 34-32 victory over Whitefish Saturday at Whitefish High School.

AAmAmerica

Congratulations to the people of planet Earth. America, sovereign under God, is once again sanctified in Godly leadership. A united America is the goal. New alliances and strengthened existing alliances to rid the planet of the destructive Islamic radical terrorists is the promise! Heavenly father, by Your will and loving grace, may President Donald John Trump deliver Your will by truth, courage and your loving care. May the veil of wickedness continue to lift for all people to know Your will. I am grateful to Your only begotten son Christ Jesus, and thru Him I pray, amen.

Inauguration awakens populace

It’s 4:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 23. I awoke with a start feeling energized. So here I am at the computer.

Legalize serving raw milk

If a family hosts a meal serving meat and farm produce from their farm, it is legal. However, serving the guests raw milk is breaking the law. I think that this is an unintended consequence of the current ban on raw milk that should be changed.

Viking hoopsters split conference games

The Charlo High School boys basketball team experienced mixed results against Victor and Plains in this week’s contests.

Bulldogs improve in spite of key conference losses

The Mission boys basketball team may have dropped back-to-back conference games against Ronan Deer Lodge but have still shown “significant improvement” as the Bulldogs head towards the last portion of the regular season, according to their Coach Gus McDonald.

Pirates grapplers prepare for showdown with Ronan

(Because of our injuries) some of our younger kids were able to get a bunch of varsity matches in,” Pirates’ Coach Bob Owen said. “We only won two of seven dual meets.”

Pirates b-ballers fine-tuning skills down the stretch

Polson Pirates basketball coach Randy Kelley knows the days of fine-tuning his basketball team for the postseason is coming to an end.

Community Notes

MEETING SERIES TO DISCUSS INVASIVE MUSSELS

Jacob Harley Aadland

JACOB HARLEY AADLAND

Charlotte Mae Hewankorn

CHARLOTTE MAE HEWANKORN

Schinski and Bailey Wed

Olivia Schinski was given away by her father Bo to be wed to Page Bailey on Sept. 4, 2016. They gave their own special vows to each other in a double ring ceremony, officiated by Pastor Rudy Tinoco. The wedding was held at McMenamins Grand Lodge in Forest Grove, Ore. Olivia’s attendants were her sister Merrill Schinski as maid of honor and her friends Chloe Stenkamp-Strahm, Amy Schulz and Chelsea Bailey Clark as bridesmaids. Page’s best man was Kanishk Joshi and groomsmen were Brian Kilwein, Mark McDonald and Carl Bishop. Many family and friends came to celebrate this special union. After a honeymoon in The Dominican Republic they are at home in Forest Grove, Ore.

Justice Court Proceedings

Glantz, James A., 40, was fined $500 ($400 suspended) and sentenced to 180 days in jail (suspended) for the amended charge of driving without a valid license. He was originally charged with driving a motor vehicle with a suspended or revoked license. He was assessed $35 in court costs.

Library to host Gary Cooper program

North Lake County Public Library in Polson will host the Montana Conversations program “Gary Cooper: First, Last and Always” presented by Neal Lewing Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the library meeting room. The presentation is free and open to the public.

Griz legend to headline Boys and Girls Club event

Legendary retired University of Montana women’s basketball coach Robin Selvig will headline the Boys and Girls Club Great Futures Breakfast Feb. 15.

Authorities seize drugs in back-to-back busts

Local law enforcement agencies seized more than 1 1/2 pounds of illegal drugs early this week, after arresting two suspected traffickers within a span of 24 hours, according to a press release from Lake County Sheriff Don Bell.

Man sentenced for high-speed chase

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Man braves ice to rescue dog in Indian Bay

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FLIC fills Polson with films, festivities

The 2017 Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, or FLIC, drew to a festive close Sunday afternoon with its awards show and dessert reception. Local film-lovers, sponsors, volunteers and filmmakers from across the nation converged over the weekend for a rich, moving celebration of film and people.

Agency moves to transfer bison range to tribes

Two days before the official end of Barack Obama’s presidency, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced it was initiating an environmental review to consider returning the National Bison Reserve to the Flathead Indian Reservation.

Camel cousins crushing competition

Ronan Maiden forward Lee Camel knew something about her cousin, Alicia Camel, that she was unaware of about herself going into Thursday night’s contest against Mission.

Polson eyes water infrastructure projects

Water and money dominated the discussion at the Polson City Commission meeting on Jan. 18, as officials received updates on the status of two major infrastructure projects.

Tribes discuss proposed law enforcement change

Lake County’s recent push to withdraw from an agreement to prosecute felony crimes involving tribal members on the Flathead Indian Reservation drew criticism last week, as officials with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai tribes held a public hearing discussing the implications of the jurisdiction change.

Runners brave cold at half marathon

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Willard (Bill) Raynold Anderson

WILLARD (BILL) RAYNOLD ANDERSON

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Kaysen Charles Jeppesen was born Dec. 28, 2016 at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan. He weighed 8 pounds 12 ounces and joins his brother Jayden Harris Jeppesen. Parents are Jay & Karolyn Jeppesen of Ronan. Paternal grandparents are Harris & Cecilia Jeppesen of Charlo. Maternal grandparents are Joseph & Karolyn Weist of Powafiac, Mich.

Ronan center offering meals, arts and crafts

Welcome to the middle of winter (almost). Spring will be here soon. (We hope).

New movements poised to unite nation

We’ve all known about movements, everything from bowel to politics. Well, there is a new one gaining great strength ‘as we speak’. Its name is “Indivisible”.

Local couple admits to tax fraud

A St. Ignatius couple admitted in federal court on Wednesday to not reporting years worth of income to the federal government.

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From the bench of Justice Randal L. Owens

County votes to withdraw from law enforcement agreement

POLSON – Lake County officials took initial strides last week to withdraw from an agreement to prosecute felony crimes involving tribal members on the Flathead Indian Reservation.

Iconic activist recognized at MLK Day event

PABLO – In recognition of the holiday celebrating one the country’s most revered civil rights leaders, students and faculty at the Salish Kootenai College took time to learn about the iconic American Indian activist Russell Means.

Cinemafest to feature local, international films

POLSON – The fifth annual Flathead Lake International Cinemafest kicks off this weekend in Polson with a large offering of local films.

Polson football standout signs with Montana Tech

POLSON — Three-year varsity Polson Pirates offensive lineman and outside linebacker Jonah Burke signed a letter of intent with NAIA school Montana Tech this past week.

Pirates grapplers hobble in second half

Pirates boys split last two games

Polson Pirates boy’s basketball coach Randy Kelley had a discussion with his team about their under performance in the third quarter of recent games.

Lady Pirates shooting for strong second half

The Lady Pirates lost back-to-back contests against Frenchtown and Libby this past week. Polson fell to Frenchtown 59-32 Thursday nightat Linderman and lost 64-40 Saturday night at Libby High School.

Lady Vikings, Scarlets renew rivarly

The Arlee High School girls basketball team was able to hold off a late third-quarter charge by its cross-county conference rival Charlo to a 36-24 conference victory Saturday night at Charlo High School.

Bulldogs aim to ride wave of momentum with first win

Mission boys basketball coach Gus McDonald and his Bulldogs both achieved milestones in their 76-56 victory over Troy Saturday at Troy High School.

Chiefs drop two conference games

Ronan High School boys basketball coach Mitchell Wassum knew the critical conference showdowns with Florence and Anaconda could send his team’s season in two different directions.

Warriors continue to roll, prepare for rematch with Plains

CHARLO — Arlee High School boys basketball coach Zanen Pitts is “grateful” when his team makes mistakes.

Legals January 19, 2017

Rebecca Henning-Rutz HENNING, KEEDY & LEE, P.L.L.C. 723 5th Ave East, Suite 100 Kalispell, MT 59901 P: (406) 752-7122 becky@grizzlylaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, FLATHEAD COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF HAROLD D. GREINER, Deceased. Cause No. DP-16-260B NOTICE TO CREDITORS ROBERT B. ALLISON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Decedent. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Debra K. Bronner, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Henning, Keedy & Lee, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. DATED this 27th day of December, 2016. /s/ Debra K. Bonner Debra K. Bronner, Personal Representative Published on January 5, 2017, January 12, 2017, and January 19, 2017. MNAXLP

Polson mayor gives birth to first baby of the year

Quaid Mitchell Walter was born at 8:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 3, at the Nesting Place in Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson, making him the first baby born in Lake County in 2017. Quaid’s parents are Polson Mayor Heather Knutson and Brad Walter. Quaid was 20 inches and weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces.

Judges needed for speech and debate tournament

From Ronan High School

Polson center to offer tax help

The difference between a cat and a comma: One has claws at the end of its paws and the other is a pause at the end of a clause.

Ronan center hosting pork roast

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Moving ahead in dangerous times

“Moving ahead in dangerous times” means more to America and our whole world than ever before. Nationally, we have a new administration influenced by fear and retribution. Internationally, the collection of nations are so much more dependent upon each other than ever before regardless of size and wealth.

Business exemplifies Christmas spririt

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Justice Court proceedings

Russell, Kristy M., 32, was fined $50 for failure to have a child less than 6 years old and less than 60 pounds properly restrained in a motor vehicle. She was assessed $35 in court costs.

Community Notes

PACHYDERM CLUB MEETING

Births for 1-12-17

Sassa Sofia Repnak-Shourds was born December 12 at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan. She weighed 8 pounds and joins siblings Kaylynn, Jessy, Cole & Rueben of Pablo and Coly & Caylix of Washington and Carleish & Tamerack Jr. of Florida. Parents are Tamerack Shourds and Amanda Dalke of Pablo. Paternal grandparents are Kerry Shourds and Jamie Howlett of St. Ignatius. Maternal grandparent is Don Repnak of Dixon.

Roy Milton “Pat” DeLong

ROY MILTON “PAT” DELONG

Patricia “Pat” Anne Krahn

PATRICIA “PAT” ANNE KRAHN

Elizabeth (Betty) Alexine McGiffin

ELIZABETH (BETTY) ALEXINE MCGIFFIN

Polson police facing personnel shortage

The Polson Police Department is facing a personnel shortage after several officers have left the force.

Neighborhood unites to block subdivision

Residents of a Polson neighborhood banded together last week to oppose the development of a subdivision in the area known as Gray’s Acres.

Lake levels returning to normal

While the ice blocks clinging to dock pilings high above the Flathead Lake may look out of place, they signal a return to normal as water levels continue to drop.

Pirates wrestlers plagued by injuries headed into second half

The Polson Pirates wrestling team has had three key injuries to key players that has Coach Bob Owen concerned as postseason rapidly approaches.

Class C basketball roundup

Arlee 94, Seeley-Swan 41

Japan National team visits Ronan

The Japan National team navigated its way through the Montana Western Duals and the United States without much knowledge or command of the English language.

Pirates go back-to-back to start second half

Polson Pirates basketball coach Randy Kelley has seen a significant change in his team’s swagger after the winter break and it’s resulted in back-to-back victories to start the second half of the season.

Lady Pirates capture first victory of season

The Polson Lady Pirates basketball team got its first victory of the season with a 50-43 win over Stevensville Tuesday night only to have their established momentum slightly dissipate with a 68-19 loss to Columbia Falls Thursday.

Charlo-Mission wrestlers roll at Western Duals

The Mission-Charlo High School co-op wrestling team got much needed mat time at the Western Montana Duels Friday and Saturday at the Ronan High School Events Center.

Chiefs finish second at Western Montana Duels

The Ronan High School wrestling team didn’t quite finish where they wanted to by finishing second in the Montana Western Duals Friday and Saturday at the Ronan Events Center but that hasn’t hampered their focus moving forward.

Legals January 12, 2017

CLINTON J. FISCHER LAW OFFICE, P.C. Professional Center Building P.O. Box 879 Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: (406) 883-4395 Attorney for Petitioner Montana Twentieth Judicial District Court, Lake County In the Matter of the Adoption, of G.L.S., A Minor child, Thomas John Anderson, Petitioner. Cause No. DA-16-22 Summons for Publication State of Montana Sends Greetings to Jerry Allen Savage: You the Natural Father, are Hereby Summoned to respond to the petition in this action which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your response and serve a copy thereof upon the Petitioner's attorney within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, and in case of your failure to respond, judgment will be taken against you by default, for the relief demanded in the Petition. Further, failure to appear at the hearing of this matter constitutes a waiver of your interest in the custody of the child in this matter and will result in the court's termination of your rights to the child. Witness my hand and the seal of said Court, the 9th day of Dec., 2016. (COURT SEAL) /s/ Casey L. Emerson Casey L. Emerson, Attorney for Petitioner Lyn Fricker Clerk of District Court By: /s/ Mary Rensvold, Deputy Clerk Published on December 29, 2016, January 5, 2017, and January 12, 2017. MNAXLP

Chiefs ready to host Montana Western Duals

The Ronan High School wrestling team is looking to build on its tradition that dates back to the late 1960s when it prepares to host its 48th annual Montana Western Duals Friday at 11 p.m. at the Ronan Event’s Center.

Maidens hope to remain perfect

Ronan High School girls basketball coach Ron Hanson said his Maiden’s team is looking to improve in the second half of the season in spite of its undefeated record in the first half of the season.

Warriors go to 'school' over winter break

Arlee High School boy’s basketball coach Zanen Pitts challenged his team to improve its weaknesses during the winter break.

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Tuesday Moonlighters

Lady Pirates prep for conference schedule

The Lady Pirates (0-6) started to show signs of improvement in their non-conference 64-50 loss to Ronan on Dec. 20.

Lady Bison prepared for second half of 2017 season

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Legals January 5, 2017

CLINTON J. FISCHER LAW OFFICE, P.C. Professional Center Building P.O. Box 879 Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: (406) 883-4395 Attorney for Petitioner Montana Twentieth Judicial District Court, Lake County In the Matter of the Adoption, of G.L.S., A Minor child, Thomas John Anderson, Petitioner. Cause No. DA-16-22 Summons for Publication State of Montana Sends Greetings to Jerry Allen Savage: You the Natural Father, are Hereby Summoned to respond to the petition in this action which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your response and serve a copy thereof upon the Petitioner's attorney within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, and in case of your failure to respond, judgment will be taken against you by default, for the relief demanded in the Petition. Further, failure to appear at the hearing of this matter constitutes a waiver of your interest in the custody of the child in this matter and will result in the court's termination of your rights to the child. Witness my hand and the seal of said Court, the 9th day of Dec., 2016. (COURT SEAL) /s/ Casey L. Emerson Casey L. Emerson, Attorney for Petitioner Lyn Fricker Clerk of District Court By: /s/ Mary Rensvold, Deputy Clerk Published on December 29, 2016, January 5, 2017, and January 12, 2017. MNAXLP

Pirates sting Yellowjackets in non-conference win

POLSON — The Polson Pirates boys basketball team won its first game back from the winter break with a 58-44 non-conference victory over Stevensville Thursday night at Linderman Elementary Gymnasium.

Lakeside man killed in grisly crash

A 22-year-old Lakeside man is dead following a head-on collision along U.S. Highway 93 near the Ninepipes Lodge the day before Christmas Eve, according to Montana law enforcement authorities.

State, tribal leaders join voices against hate

Montana public officials have come together in unified opposition of the recent intimidations made against the Jewish community in Whitefish.

County considering law enforcement change

Citing significant financial burdens, Lake County is proposing to withdraw from a long-standing agreement to hold criminal jurisdiction over felony crimes on the Flathead Indian Reservation.

Criminal justice reinvestment needed

Last legislative session, we served on the budget subcommittee tasked with overseeing the budget of the Department of Corrections. We became concerned with significant growth in this agency’s budget and created a Sentencing Commission that, for the first time in more than 20 years, took an entry-to-exit look at our criminal justice system. Why the big growth in our inmate population when our crime rate has been stable and relatively low for years? Our goals were to improve public safety and service to victims, hold offenders accountable and be better stewards of your tax dollars.

Recognizing the power of love

What about love? Consider this word in today’s world. Love is pretty well “sought and practiced” in our intimate relationships. Love is less “sought and practiced” in our personal interactions with those outside our intimate relationships. Love seems to be totally not “sought and practiced” in our national and international political, social and economic relationships. Love has endless opportunities for expressing in our lives.

City of Polson looking forward to 2017

Happy New Year, Polson. I don’t know about you, but I love ringing in a new year. It offers a clean slate, an opportunity to do and be better, a chance to set fresh goals and start the process of achieving those.

Polson center offering meals, games

Life isn’t easy but it does include free trips around the sun. Another trip completed. Have a safe and happy new year.

Ronan center welcoming new year

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Polson to host international film fest

The Flathead Lake International Cinemafest (or FLIC for short) is unspooling its fifth annual winter film festival Jan. 20-22, at the Showboat Cinema on Main Street in Polson.

Two injured in Paradise plane crash

A small twin propeller airplane crashed Tuesday at about 9:15 a.m. approximately 200 yards behind the Montana Rail Link railroad in Paradise.

Community Events

RONAN HIGH SCHOOL HOLDING CLOTHING DRIVE

Toy train show breaths life into historic Ravalli Depot

Dozens of Mission Valley residents enjoyed a real life “Polar Express” on Sunday, as they braved blizzard conditions to visit the annual Toy Train Show outside St. Ignatius.

County proposing withdraw from Public Law 280

Citing significant financial burdens, Lake County is proposing to withdraw from a long-standing agreement to assume criminal jurisdiction over felony crimes on the Flathead Indian Reservation.

Val Milo Holms

VAL MILO HOLMS

Roy H. Winslow Jr.

ROY H. WINSLOW JR.

Gerald “Jerry” Leroy Gates

GERALD “JERRY” LEROY GATES

Business burns in suspicious fire

A long-time Polson business is in ruins after it was robbed and lit on fire early Thursday morning.