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Friday, August 31

August 31, 2018 4:24 p.m.

New Sanders County blaze under investigation

A new wildfire sparked Thursday, Aug. 30, approximately 10 miles northeast of Hot Springs in Sanders County, according to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Division of Fire.

Thursday, August 30

Pirates fall to Stevi in season opener 28-18, prepare for Dillon
August 30, 2018 11:59 a.m.

Pirates fall to Stevi in season opener 28-18, prepare for Dillon

When Polson High School football coach Pat Danley comments that he’s never seen a game quite like the season-opening 28-18 loss to Stevensville Friday night at Polson High, he has 18 years of Pirates’ football reference.

August 30, 2018 11:59 a.m.

Bulldogs topple Victor

The Mission High School football team got its desired result with a 44-12 victory over Victor to start the season and overcame a slow start to the season to get the win.

Maidens' volleyball still modifying rotations after debut at Browning Tip-Off Tourney
August 30, 2018 11:58 a.m.

Maidens' volleyball still modifying rotations after debut at Browning Tip-Off Tourney

Ronan High School volleyball coach Charla Lake is still in the process of solidifying her team’s roster after getting a chance to further analyze her team after the Browning Tip-Off Tournament.

August 30, 2018 11:57 a.m.

Vikings, Lady Vikings runners ready to kick off season

The Charlo High School cross country team will be without one of the top-notch hall of fame caliber team coaches, who has been the Vikings and Lady Vikings’ head coach since Charlo become a MHSA-sanctioned cross country team in 2012.

August 30, 2018 11:57 a.m.

Lady Pirates have strong debut at Browning Tip-Off Tournament

Polson High School volleyball coach Lizzy Cox is still in the process of sculpting her team and finding the right combinations as her team started the season at the Browning Tip-Off Tournament Friday and Saturday.

August 30, 2018 11:57 a.m.

Hobbs, Kelley create competitve atmosphere for Pirates golf

Polson High School boys golf coach Bill Owen is always putting an emphasis on the competitive dynamics not just against their opponent, but with his own team.

Vikings blast Plains in season opener, aim for Arlee
August 30, 2018 11:57 a.m.

Vikings blast Plains in season opener, aim for Arlee

The Charlo High School football team was not intimidated by their early conference test when they were pitted against a more physical Plains High School football team that outsized their line.

August 30, 2018 11:56 a.m.

Arlee gets ready to face Charlo after win over Troy

Arlee High School football coach Chuck Forgey knows with the changing dynamics of the Class C 8-man conferences, he can’t get too excited about his team’s 66-19 home season-opening win over Troy Friday night at Arlee High School.

Chiefs prepare for Maroons in season opener
August 30, 2018 11:56 a.m.

Chiefs prepare for Maroons in season opener

The last couple of season, the Ronan High School football team hasn’t had a quarterback controversy as they’ve prepared to head into the fall season.

August 30, 2018 11:55 a.m.

Pirates, Lady Pirates cross country gets ready for action

The Polson Lady Pirates cross country team will return one of the most decorated runners in the state — Bea Frissell — as they prepare to enter the 2018 fall cross country season.

Chiefs, Maidens cross country runners get ready for 2018 season
August 30, 2018 11:54 a.m.

Chiefs, Maidens cross country runners get ready for 2018 season

The Ronan High School boys and girls cross country teams will be changing the dynamics of their teams headed into the 2018 cross country season.

August 30, 2018 4:40 a.m.

Legals August 30, 2018

CLINTON J. FISCHER LAW OFFICE, P.C. Professional Center Building P.O. Box 879 Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: (406) 883-4395 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF STEVEN LLOYD SMITH, Decedent. PROBATE NO. DP 18-43 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. A written statement of the claim indicating the name and address of the claimant, the basis of the claim and the amount claimed may be filed with the Clerk of the District Court, Lake County, Montana, or mailed, return receipt requested, to the Personal Representative at the following address: Wilma M. Smith c/o Clinton J. Fischer Law Office, P.C. P.O. Box 879 Polson, MT 59860 DATED this 2nd day of August, 2018 /s/ Clinton J. Fischer Clinton J. Fischer, Attorney for Personal Representative /s/ Wilma M. Smith Wilma M. Smith, Personal Representative PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE'S ATTORNEY: Clinton J. Fischer CLINTON J. FISCHER LAW OFFICE, P.C. Professional Center Building P. O. Box 879 Polson, Montana 59860 Published on August 23, 2018, August 30, 2018, and September 6, 2018. MNAXLP

Wednesday, August 29

Stubble fire near Polson  knocked down very quickly
August 29, 2018 1:32 p.m.

Stubble fire near Polson knocked down very quickly

Firefighters quickly knocked down a stubble fire south of Polson last week that began while a rancher harvested a field.

Boys & Girls Club receives $1 million donation
August 29, 2018 1:31 p.m.

Boys & Girls Club receives $1 million donation

Construction will remain a constant for The Boys & Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County for the foreseeable future, when it was announced the organization would receive a grant to go toward a new clubhouse.

August 29, 2018 1:30 p.m.

Mission schools secure new bus company

A new transportation company will oversee bus routes for the St. Ignatius Public School District for the 2018-19 school year.

Tickets for MVAS Puppy Party II on Sept. 7 going fast
August 29, 2018 1:30 p.m.

Tickets for MVAS Puppy Party II on Sept. 7 going fast

If you’re thinking about going to Puppy Party II on the first Friday of September and you don’t yet have tickets, don’t wait until the last minute. It won’t be long before all 200 tickets to the Mission Valley Animal Shelter event will be sold out.

Richard Torosian
August 29, 2018 1:29 p.m.

Richard Torosian

Richard “Dick Nick” Torosian, 29, passed away on Aug. 15, 2018, in Cusick, Wash.

Julie Wright
August 29, 2018 1:28 p.m.

Julie Wright

On the eighth of Aug., 2018, our wonderful Wife, Momma, Grammy, Daughter and Sister decided to leave her earthly home. Surrounded by her family Julie Linthacum Wright quietly and peacefully left us.

Everitt Foust
August 29, 2018 1:28 p.m.

Everitt Foust

Everitt Dale Foust, 91, of Charlo, passed away on Monday, Aug. 27, 2018 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson.

Thursday, August 23

Polson gets the Blues
August 23, 2018 1:22 p.m.

Polson gets the Blues

The sky was the limit for sound and creativity during the eighth annual Flathead Lake Blues & Music Festival over the weekend.

MV Animal Shelter preps for Puppy Party II
August 23, 2018 1:21 p.m.

MV Animal Shelter preps for Puppy Party II

They say, “Dog is man’s best friend.” But let’s not leave out the ladies’ appreciation for pets, and that includes the family cats.

Baldwin assumes superintendency at Arlee
August 23, 2018 1:21 p.m.

Baldwin assumes superintendency at Arlee

Arlee Joint School District 8 has a new superintendent for the 2018-19 school year, and he is certainly familiar with the small-school scene.

August 23, 2018 1:20 p.m.

Does character trump selfishness in House and Senate?

Does character count? Looking at our present legislative and executive branches of government, does character trump selfishness? Do members of our Republican House and Senate act out of high morality, unselfishness, and good character? Does our White House and various executive branch appointees act out of high morality, unselfishness and good character?

August 23, 2018 1:20 p.m.

Candidate Rosendale has Montana values in mind

Recently there has been a lot of negative and untrue things being said about Matt Rosendale in newspaper articles, TV ads and in letters-to-the-editor.

Michael Weber Jr.
August 23, 2018 1:17 p.m.

Michael Weber Jr.

Michael Joseph Weber Jr. passed away Tuesday morning, Aug. 14, 2018, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Polson, Mont.

Trenton Axtell
August 23, 2018 1:16 p.m.

Trenton Axtell

Trenton Lee Axtell passed away at home on Monday, Aug. 13, 2018, at the age of 70.

Deputies patrol water during festival
August 23, 2018 1:12 p.m.

Deputies patrol water during festival

While law enforcement was stationed in and around the Flathead Lake Blues Festival over the weekend, a group of officers took to the water, further offering their services if needed.

SKC hosts Active Threat Intervention Symposium
August 23, 2018 1:12 p.m.

SKC hosts Active Threat Intervention Symposium

The Salish and Kootenai College campus was busy last week, and not just because students were in and around the buildings.

Best of Bannack plays benefits, impromptu show
August 23, 2018 1:11 p.m.

Best of Bannack plays benefits, impromptu show

A couple of weeks ago, five men in similar plaid shirts and jeans filled the Lake County Courthouse atrium with music.

Biological Station holds open house
August 23, 2018 1:11 p.m.

Biological Station holds open house

A young fox sheepishly walked around a tank filled with tiny aquatic life, watching her parents as they assured her it was okay.

Vikings prepare for opening season conference game
August 23, 2018 12:55 p.m.

Vikings prepare for opening season conference game

Charlo High School football coach Mike Krahn knows every single game is essentially a crucial playoff game.

Warriors get ready to kick off 2018 season with Troy
August 23, 2018 12:54 p.m.

Warriors get ready to kick off 2018 season with Troy

Arlee High School coach Chuck Forgey knows his Warriors football team will have to play football with an edge night in and night out in order to have a chance to qualify for the Montana High School 8-man playoffs.

Pirates football looks to overcome adversity to start the 2018 season
August 23, 2018 12:54 p.m.

Pirates football looks to overcome adversity to start the 2018 season

The Polson High School coaching staff is already faced with a precarious situation pertaining to their quarterback situation before the opening snap of the 2018 season.

August 23, 2018 12:54 p.m.

Polson boys, girls golf begin year strong

Polson High School golf coach Bill Owen is still in the process of solidifying his three through five spots on his boy’s golf team and as usual on the Pirates golf team, the competition for spots is fierce.

Newly appointed Lady Pirates' coach has state aspirations
August 23, 2018 12:54 p.m.

Newly appointed Lady Pirates' coach has state aspirations

Newly appointed Polson High School volleyball coach Lizzy Cox will have some big shoes to fill in what will be her first-ever high school coaching gig.

Charlo hosts successful parent tutorial
August 23, 2018 12:54 p.m.

Charlo hosts successful parent tutorial

Charlo High School athletics have become synonymous with athletic excellence in the Mission Valley and one reason could be the community’s commitment to helping field a top-notch product.

Polson skatejam  provides positive outlet for their youth
August 23, 2018 12:53 p.m.

Polson skatejam provides positive outlet for their youth

Skate jam organizer Jesse Vargas has become one of the key ambassadors in the Mission Valley towards building and sustaining a skate community, and one of the key components year after year of hosting a skate jam.

August 23, 2018 4:40 a.m.

Legals August 23, 2018

City of Polson, Montana NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Polson City Commission has completed the preliminary annual budget for the fiscal year 2018 - 2019 (FY19). The Commission has called for a public hearing on the budget and permissive medical levy pursuant to Section 7-6-4021 and 2-9-212 M.C.A. The PRELIMINARY budget and permissive medical levy hearing will be held on Monday August 27, 2018 at 6:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers. The public hearing may be continued from day to day. Any taxpayer or resident may appear at the public hearing and be heard for or against the proposed budget. The Commission is scheduled to adopt the FINAL budget and make appropriations during the regular City Commission meeting on September 5, 2018 in the City Hall Council Chambers at 7:00 pm. The proposed budget is on file and open to inspection at City Hall, 106 1st Ste E, Polson, Montana in the City Clerk's office. For further information contact Cindy Dooley, Finance Officer, 883-8204, or by e-mail at finance@cityofpolson.com. Published on August 16, 2018, and August 23, 2018. MNAXLP

Friday, August 17

Bulldogs thinking postseason headed into 2018 season
August 17, 2018 5:05 p.m.

Bulldogs thinking postseason headed into 2018 season

Mission High School football player Isaac DuMontier admitted his team is motivated after falling one victory short of qualifying for the Class C 8-man playoffs in 2017.

Young Pirates golf team eager to build on Polson's rich tradition
August 17, 2018 5:04 p.m.

Young Pirates golf team eager to build on Polson's rich tradition

The Polson High School boys’ golf team will try to fill the void of their departing seniors and competitors this season.

Vikings eye Class C 8-man championship in 2018
August 17, 2018 5:04 p.m.

Vikings eye Class C 8-man championship in 2018

The Charlo High School football team has arguably one of the top players in the Montana High School Association Class C 8-man football in their quarterback Landers Smith.

August 17, 2018 5:03 p.m.

Warriors hope high summer participation translates into wins in 2018

Arlee High School football coach Chuck Forgey is optimistic that last season’s playoff experience will translate his football team into a seasoned team as his Warriors prepare to head into the season home opener against Troy next Friday.

Wilson accepts position with the MHSA
August 17, 2018 5:03 p.m.

Wilson accepts position with the MHSA

Former Polson High School football coach Scott Wilson resigned from his post as Polson’s High School principal this spring to accept a new position with the Montana High School Association as one of the assistant directors of the MHSA.

Young Pirates prepare to kickoff 2018 season
August 17, 2018 5:03 p.m.

Young Pirates prepare to kickoff 2018 season

The Polson High School football team isn’t in limbo about their most key position on offense as they prepare to head into the 2018 Class A Montana High School Association season.

Lady Pirates golfers get ready to tee off the 2018 season
August 17, 2018 5:03 p.m.

Lady Pirates golfers get ready to tee off the 2018 season

The Polson High School girl’s golf coach Bill Owen hopes to build off their second-place finish in Montana High School Association Divisionals in 2017.

August 17, 2018 5:02 p.m.

Locals shine on the regional Zootown softball team

The host Missoula-based Zootown had swept through their pool play competition to secure the No. 1 seed with a 6-0 record, having defeated Hawaii, Oregon, Montana (Billings), Southern California (SoCal), Arizona and Northern California by a combined score of 85-10. Featured among the Zootown roster are a pair of players with Mission Valley area affiliations, Grace Hardy (Charlo descendants) and Morgan Holmes (Ronan descendants). Zootown was playing host because they won the West Regional last summer. A win this year would make it their fifth trip in a row to the Senior League Softball World Series held in Delaware, the team having won it all back in 2015.

Thursday, August 16

Local doctor brings affordable care to Lake County
August 16, 2018 12:04 p.m.

Local doctor brings affordable care to Lake County

A Polson doctor is offering patients an alternative way to gain access to healthcare on a regular basis.

Bop-A-Dips rock the house at regatta
August 16, 2018 12:03 p.m.

Bop-A-Dips rock the house at regatta

Ready for some rock n’ roll and beach party music? Then you should attend a Bop-A-Dips concert.

Support shown for Dayton School
August 16, 2018 12:02 p.m.

Support shown for Dayton School

Music and food were enjoyed by about 150 people over the weekend at The Idle Spur in Dayton, supporting one local school district.

August 16, 2018 12:01 p.m.

One man dead in Kerr Dam crash Road crash

One man is dead following a crash last week just outside of Polson.

Huckleberry Festival celebrates 37 years
August 16, 2018 12:01 p.m.

Huckleberry Festival celebrates 37 years

Another festival in the county was held over the weekend, with strong attendance and many vendors attending this year.

Rotary Chili Cook-off highlights best chefs
August 16, 2018 noon

Rotary Chili Cook-off highlights best chefs

The smoke and heat didn’t scare off hundreds of attendees who visited Riverside Park in Polson Saturday for the annual Polson Rotary Chili Cook-off event.

Sandpiper Art Fest vendors offer plethora of unique wares
August 16, 2018 noon

Sandpiper Art Fest vendors offer plethora of unique wares

Whenever you browse through booths at an arts and crafts show, there is always something new and unique to see. And some exceptional values.

Leonard LaHaye
August 16, 2018 11:57 a.m.

Leonard LaHaye

Leonard Ronnie LaHaye, 71, passed away on July 31, 2018, at his home in Ravalli, Mont.

Jerry Bisson
August 16, 2018 11:57 a.m.

Jerry Bisson

Jerry Leonard Bisson was born Aug. 11, 1947, and left us to be with the Creator and walk among the angels on Aug. 11, 2018. Beloved brother, uncle and friend... We were not ready for him to go but his wings were.

Mary Hoversland
August 16, 2018 11:56 a.m.

Mary Hoversland

On July 7, 1918, four months before the end of World War I, a baby girl was born to Anton and Bessie Gamma on a ranch west of Kalispell at Ashley Lake. They named her Mary.

F. A. 'Flick' Riebe
August 16, 2018 11:56 a.m.

F. A. 'Flick' Riebe

F.A. “Flick” Riebe, 96, passed away Aug. 9, 2018.

August 16, 2018 4:40 a.m.

Legals August 16, 2018

Craig Mungas State Bar No. 6746 Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC 2809 Great Northern Loop, Ste 100 Missoula, Montana 59808 Telephone: 406-721-8896 Telefax: 406-541-8037 Email: craig@bjornsonlaw.com Attorneys for Myrna Crawford, Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOHN CHRISTOPHER CRAWFORD, a/k/a J. Chriss Crawford, and Chriss Crawford Deceased. Dept. No: Deborah Kim Christopher Cause No.: DP-18-37 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to MYRNA CRAWFORD, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at c/o Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC, 2809 Great Northern Loop, Suite 100, Missoula, MT 59808, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 24th day of July, 2018. /s/ Myrna Crawford Myrna Crawford Personal Representative Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC By:/s/Craig Mungas Craig Mungas Attorneys for Myrna Crawford, Personal Representative Published on August 2, 2018, August 9, 2018, and August 16, 2018. MNAXLP

Wednesday, August 15

Community meeting held for Garden Creek Fire
August 15, 2018 1:38 p.m.

Community meeting held for Garden Creek Fire

More than 50 people attended an hour-long community meeting Friday morning at the Hot Springs Senior Center to listen to officials share updates on the Garden Creek Fire, located two miles north of Hot Springs.

Friday, August 10

Mission murals receive facelifts
August 10, 2018 8:44 p.m.

Mission murals receive facelifts

Visitors traveling to the St. Ignatius Mission parish will see the structure under construction while open to the public.

Bridge project in Ferndale staying on schedule
August 10, 2018 8:43 p.m.

Bridge project in Ferndale staying on schedule

Construction continues on the Montana Highway 83 bridge in Ferndale.

August 10, 2018 8:43 p.m.

Vaile pleads not guilty in Harris case

One of four suspects linked to the death of a Ronan woman in late June was in court last week, entering her plea to a negligent homicide charge.

Meeting held for Garden Creek Fire
August 10, 2018 8:42 p.m.

Meeting held for Garden Creek Fire

More than 50 people attended an hour-long community meeting Friday morning, Aug. 10 at the Hot Springs Senior Center to listen to officials share updates on the Garden Creek Fire, located two miles north of Hot Springs.

Fishing Derby fun for youngsters
August 10, 2018 5:46 p.m.

Fishing Derby fun for youngsters

Dozens of children and their parents, friends and family members made the most of Friday morning and fished in the creek at PARK in Ronan in the Arnie Armstrong Memorial, kicking off Ronan Pioneer Days festivities.

Family cats wake owner during Ronan house fire
August 10, 2018 5:45 p.m.

Family cats wake owner during Ronan house fire

There were no injuries to people following a house fire in Ronan last week.

No major injuries in Charlo crash
August 10, 2018 5:44 p.m.

No major injuries in Charlo crash

There were no life-threatening injuries as a result of a crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 93 and Montana Highway 212 last week, according to officials.

Wet and wild
August 10, 2018 5:44 p.m.

Wet and wild

Two law enforcement officers dove into Flathead Lake to save a suspect after he jumped in the water to flee.

Bureau, 14, swims from Narrows to Slacks Point
August 10, 2018 5:44 p.m.

Bureau, 14, swims from Narrows to Slacks Point

On the evening of Sunday, July 22, Aubrey Bureau told her dad and mom that she wanted to swim from The Narrows to Slacks Point at Flathead Lake. Her dad Joe informed her it was approximately 4.5 miles across. Undaunted, she was adamant that she could do it. Her parents, Joe and Tara Bureau, told her to set her alarm and the family would meet her down at the boat the next morning at 7 a.m.

Thursday, August 9

Chiefs get ready to kickoff the 2018 season
August 9, 2018 12:59 p.m.

Chiefs get ready to kickoff the 2018 season

Ronan High School football coach Matt Detwiler prides himself on never falling victim to complacency on and off the field.

Pioneer Days hosts another succesful 3-on-3 tourney
August 9, 2018 12:57 p.m.

Pioneer Days hosts another succesful 3-on-3 tourney

Polson resident and former Pirates’ basketball player Derek Peel participated in his fifth consecutive Pioneer Days 3-on-3 tournament in the Ronan High School parking lot.

Vikings, Chiefs get ready for football under the lights
August 9, 2018 12:56 p.m.

Vikings, Chiefs get ready for football under the lights

For the past two season, the Charlo Vikings’ football team has found themselves in the championship conversation as favorites to capture the Montana High School Activities Association Class C 8-man football title.

Five Mission Valley softballers compete at Veterans Memorial Classic
August 9, 2018 12:56 p.m.

Five Mission Valley softballers compete at Veterans Memorial Classic

by John Heglie, special for the Leader

Revamped Mission Mountain golf course hosts successful scramble
August 9, 2018 12:55 p.m.

Revamped Mission Mountain golf course hosts successful scramble

The golf scramble has become one of the events that highlight the annual Ronan Pioneer Days year after year.

Pioneer Days volleyball tournament has another large turnout
August 9, 2018 12:54 p.m.

Pioneer Days volleyball tournament has another large turnout

There is a cliché that is applicable when referring to summer outdoor athletic tournaments such as the Ronan Pioneer Days volleyball tournament Sunday afternoon at the Ronan City Park.

August 9, 2018 4:40 a.m.

Legals August 9, 2018

Craig Mungas State Bar No. 6746 Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC 2809 Great Northern Loop, Ste 100 Missoula, Montana 59808 Telephone: 406-721-8896 Telefax: 406-541-8037 Email: craig@bjornsonlaw.com Attorneys for Myrna Crawford, Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOHN CHRISTOPHER CRAWFORD, a/k/a J. Chriss Crawford, and Chriss Crawford Deceased. Dept. No: Deborah Kim Christopher Cause No.: DP-18-37 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to MYRNA CRAWFORD, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at c/o Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC, 2809 Great Northern Loop, Suite 100, Missoula, MT 59808, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 24th day of July, 2018. /s/ Myrna Crawford Myrna Crawford Personal Representative Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC By:/s/Craig Mungas Craig Mungas Attorneys for Myrna Crawford, Personal Representative Published on August 2, 2018, August 9, 2018, and August 16, 2018. MNAXLP

Softball participants have a 'blast' at Pioneer Days tourney
August 9, 2018 4 a.m.

Softball participants have a 'blast' at Pioneer Days tourney

Former Mission Valley Mariners player Jacob Harrod had an opportunity to be around the game admits he loves at the Ronan Pioneer Days Softball Tournament Saturday at Mink Fields.

Friday, August 3

August 3, 2018 12:13 p.m.

Stage I fire restrictions in Sanders County

Late Thursday afternoon, Aug. 2, the Sanders County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution stating that Stage I fire restrictions be in place on all land in the county, effective at 1 a.m. Friday, Aug. 3. The decision was made due to extremely dry conditions in Sanders County.

Thursday, August 2

Pioneer Days gets ready to host 3-on-3, rodeo
August 2, 2018 3:26 p.m.

Pioneer Days gets ready to host 3-on-3, rodeo

Steve Woll admits has lost count of how many 3-on-3 tournaments he has organized.

spectrUM Discovery Area visits Elmo
August 2, 2018 3:24 p.m.

spectrUM Discovery Area visits Elmo

The spectrUM Discovery Area in Missoula had interactive display booths sets up as part of the 3-on-3 tournament and as an extension of the Elmo PowWow Saturday in Elmo.

Bobcats optimistic headed into 2018 football season
August 2, 2018 3:13 p.m.

Bobcats optimistic headed into 2018 football season

Montana State University coach Jeff Choate was very candid about what he thought of the so-called experts that picked his Bobcats to finish 8th in the Big Sky Conference in 2018 on the Shadowboat Ride Friday afternoon at the KwaTaqNuk Resort.

Bulldogs have successful football camp
August 2, 2018 3:12 p.m.

Bulldogs have successful football camp

Mission High School football coach Tyler Murray knows building a successful football program starts with generating interests with the younger age groups.

Vikings get ready for fall season with successful summer turnout
August 2, 2018 3:11 p.m.

Vikings get ready for fall season with successful summer turnout

Charlo High School coach Mike Krahn has found himself in a situation where he was forced to fuse together young talent in 2016.

Pirates solidify offseason question marks at key positions
August 2, 2018 3:11 p.m.

Pirates solidify offseason question marks at key positions

Polson High School football coach Pat Danley knows Class A Montana High School Activities Association football championships start in the spring and summer.

August 2, 2018 3:10 p.m.

Mariners find success under first-year skipper

Mission Valley Mariners’ coach Tim Rausch learned with his players in his first year as manager the “A” and “B” American Legion Teams.

August 2, 2018 3:09 p.m.

Mission Valley Ice Arena makes progress towards ultimate goal

Hilary and her husband Mike Lozar together tried to develop creative ways to raise additional funds for the Mission Valley Ice Arena in the summer.

Janice Durant
August 2, 2018 3:06 p.m.

Janice Durant

Janice M. Durant, 71 of Polson, died July 26, 2018.

August 2, 2018 2:52 p.m.

Kudos to Lewings, theater

Editor,

August 2, 2018 2:52 p.m.

Rosendale using 'tricks'

If there’s one thing Montanans care about, it’s honesty. We like being able to take folks at their word. When those who represent us sneak around behind our backs, it raises red flags. Matt Rosendale is using dirty accounting tricks to allow his out-of-state, wealthy friends to contribute more to his campaign than legally allowed.

David Nowotny
August 2, 2018 2:50 p.m.

David Nowotny

David LeRoy “Uncle” Nowotny, 68, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 24 at his home in Polson.

George Lockwood
August 2, 2018 2:50 p.m.

George Lockwood

George W. Lockwood, 18, formerly of Ronan, passed away on Aug. 9, 2017, in Tracy, Calif.

Dylan Lyam Repnak-Shourds
August 2, 2018 2:49 p.m.

Dylan Lyam Repnak-Shourds

Dylan Lyam Repnak-Shourds was born July 3, 2018 at St. Luke Community Hospital. He weighed 9 pounds, 8 ounces.

Hudson Charles Irvine
August 2, 2018 2:49 p.m.

Hudson Charles Irvine

Hudson Charles Irvine was born June 30, 2018, at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan. He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce.

Three grizzlies struck, killed on highway
August 2, 2018 2:48 p.m.

Three grizzlies struck, killed on highway

A grizzly sow and two cubs died as the result of an accident last week on U.S. Highway 93.

Local artist Eyre creates guitars
August 2, 2018 2:47 p.m.

Local artist Eyre creates guitars

As dozens of people passed through vendor tents at Sacajawea Park Sunday for the fourth annual Flathead Lake Festival of Art, one local man perched himself on a stool — playing chords on a handmade guitar.

Tiny tot trots  in barrel race
August 2, 2018 2:47 p.m.

Tiny tot trots in barrel race

In the Sunday morning sun, a little blonde-haired toddler bravely sat atop a gray horse.

Quilt Guild Show featured in Ronan
August 2, 2018 2:47 p.m.

Quilt Guild Show featured in Ronan

The gymnasium at K. William Harvey Elementary in Ronan was filled with quilts last week for an annual show.

Hendrickson, Evelo tops in show
August 2, 2018 2:46 p.m.

Hendrickson, Evelo tops in show

Mission Valley Ranch Hands 4-H club members took the top two honors in Senior Beef Showmanship on Friday at the Lake County Fair in Ronan.

Davis costume contest champ
August 2, 2018 2:46 p.m.

Davis costume contest champ

Jackson Davis of Ronan has a knack for coming up with prize-winning costumes for the Lake County 4-H Fair.

Fair Ranch Rodeo fun for everyone
August 2, 2018 2:45 p.m.

Fair Ranch Rodeo fun for everyone

Six hard-working teams competed for honors, or just for the fun of it, at the Ranch Rodeo during the Lake County Fair on Saturday afternoon at the Ronan Fairgrounds arena. The youth and adult rodeos were sponsored by the Lake County Fair Board.

SAMHSA event addresses suicide ideations
August 2, 2018 2:45 p.m.

SAMHSA event addresses suicide ideations

SAMHSA is an acronym unfamiliar to most people. But the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has important meaning to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) of the Flathead Nation.

Hair today, gone tomorrow
August 2, 2018 2:44 p.m.

Hair today, gone tomorrow

Long hair rested on the shoulders of a Lake County Sheriff’s Office narcotics detective early last Thursday morning.

Community celebrates Paradise Center opening
August 2, 2018 11:20 a.m.

Community celebrates Paradise Center opening

{Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of articles about the Paradise Center in Paradise, a depiction of some local history, and the future of the arts in the community.}

August 2, 2018 4:40 a.m.

Legals August 2, 2018

Craig Mungas State Bar No. 6746 Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC 2809 Great Northern Loop, Ste 100 Missoula, Montana 59808 Telephone: 406-721-8896 Telefax: 406-541-8037 Email: craig@bjornsonlaw.com Attorneys for Myrna Crawford, Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOHN CHRISTOPHER CRAWFORD, a/k/a J. Chriss Crawford, and Chriss Crawford Deceased. Dept. No: Deborah Kim Christopher Cause No.: DP-18-37 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to MYRNA CRAWFORD, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at c/o Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC, 2809 Great Northern Loop, Suite 100, Missoula, MT 59808, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 24th day of July, 2018. /s/ Myrna Crawford Myrna Crawford Personal Representative Bjornson Jones Mungas, PLLC By:/s/Craig Mungas Craig Mungas Attorneys for Myrna Crawford, Personal Representative Published on August 2, 2018, August 9, 2018, and August 16, 2018. MNAXLP