Thursday, December 26
Legals December 26, 2019
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON FY19 BUDGET AMENDMENTS The Polson City Commission will conduct a public hearing on January 6, 2020 at 7:00 pm in the City Hall Commission Chambers for the purpose of amending the FY 2018-2019 budget pursuant to Montana law at MCA 7-6-4021. Any taxpayer or resident may appear at the meeting and be heard for or against any part of the proposed budget amendments. The City Commission will take action immediately following the public hearing to approve the resolution to amend the fiscal year 2018-2019 budget. The proposed budget amendments are on file and open to inspection in the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 106 1st St. East, Polson, Montana. The proposed budget amendments may also be found on the City's website at http://www.cityofpolson.com. Please contact Cindy Dooley, Finance Officer at 883-8204 for additional information. Published on December 26, 2019 and January 2, 2020. MNAXLP
Tuesday, December 24
Mission-Charlo Wrestling to host Christmas Clinic
Mission-Charlo Wrestling is hosting its first Christmas Clinic, alumni reunion and food drive Saturday.
Thursday, December 19
Charlo's long-range shooting carries it past Mission
At St. Ignatius in a county cross classification clash on Friday the 13th, the visiting Lady Vikings of Charlo dialed the operator long distance and completed the call on a trio of triples that contributed to relegating the host Lady Bulldogs to a double digit deficit when their shots fell short of crafting a comparable response in kind.
Pirates drop hard-fought game to Browning; Mission tops Charlo
At Browning, the visiting Pirates held an edge on the bookend frames, but it was inbetween that the outcome would fall off the shelf.
A few gems, some diamonds in the rough at Mining City
At Butte this past weekend, Polson and Ronan grapplers were among several Class A teams in attendance at the Mining City Duals held at the Civic Center. The tournament was structured into multiple pools during first day action with the top teams advancing to champion pool competition and the bottom half competing against each other in consolation duals.
Mission Valley grapplers place 10 at Clark Fork tourney
At Superior this past weekend, Western BC wrestlers from Mission-Charlo and Arlee competed at the Bob Kinney Classic. Mission-Charlo had eight placers, while Arlee notched a pair. The Bulldogs came within one bout of overtaking Cutbank in the team standings.
It's no joke, shrimp farm operating in Mission Valley
Shrimp, freshly harvested from the Sea of Mission Valley, went on sale last weekend.
Harry Edward Vanbouchaute
On Dec. 8, 2019, Harry Edward Vanbouchaute went to be with the love of his life and forever soulmate Penny Vanbouchaute. He passed away peacefully at his home in Pablo, Montana.
Wayne K. Erickson, 84
A Celebration of Life was held at the home of Wayne K. Erickson, 84, who peacefully passed away Oct. 10.
Ninepipes' Tour of Lights is a hit
Christy Bockman is a natural for her position as Events Coordinator at Ninepipes Lodge on U.S. 93 north of St. Ignatius — she loves to plan a party.
Polson High School choral group
Murder suspect seeks bail reduction
A former Lake County resident accused of murdering her boyfriend is hoping to have her bail reduced.
Lake, Sanders commissioners oppose water settlement
Daines' bill would end water dispute
In a new bill introduced by Montana’s senators, the federal government would transfer control of the National Bison Range to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes in exchange for ending a century-old water dispute.
Elections office announces candidate filing dates
Candidate filing periods for Lake County Special Purpose Districts and school board positions opened Dec. 12, according to Elections Administrator Katie Harding.
Big Arm Christmas concert
The Big Arm and surrounding area residents were treated to a wonderful Christmas concert by the Polson High School choral group directed by Kaylee Schubert this past Friday evening, Dec. 13 at the Big Arm historic one-room schoolhouse.
Marine Corps League thanks county citizens for their support
The officers and members of the Marine Corps League Hellroaring Detachment 1041 would like to say thanks to all the citizens of our communities throughout Lake County for all your support this past year.
Lake County Births
Are we spiritually bankrupt?
I have been reading through the Books of the prophets in the Old Testament. I can’t help but ask myself a question. Is our nation today as spiritually bankrupt as Israel was then?
Legals December 19, 2019
Montana 20th Judicial District Court Lake County In the Matter of the Name Change of Jordan Trey Baldwin, Sydnee Clairmont, Petitioner Cause No.: DN-19-245 Dept. No.: 2002 Notice of Hearing on Name Change of Minor Child This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court to change a child's name from Jordan Trey Baldwin to Jordan Trey Clairmont. The hearing will be on 01/16/2020 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Date 11/22/19 /s/ Lyn Fricker Clerk of District Court By: Deputy Clerk of Court Published on November 28, 2019, December 5, 2019, December 12, 2019, and December 19, 2019. MNAXLP
POLSON HIGH SCHOOL CHORAL GROUP
The Polson High School choral group, directed by Kaylee Schubert, treated Big Arm and surrounding area residents to a Christmas concert Dec. 13 at the Big Arm historic one-room schoolhouse.
Thursday, December 12
Lake County Court Report
- A Lake County jury was unable to come to consensus in the Dec. 4 trial of William Rossbach.
Mission Valley wrestlers place eight at Owen Invite
Dozens of Mission Valley wrestlers began the new season by competing in two tournaments this past weekend.
Ronan Maidens win two at Frenchtown
At the NWA/SWA Tip-Off in Frenchtown, the Ronan Maidens prevailed by perservering to the end against two very tough SWA opponents.
Polson Pirates split tip-off games
At the NWA/SWA Tip-Off in Frenchtown, the Polson Pirates drew a split on their pair of season opener contests.
Polson Christmas parade
St. Ignatius Christmas Festival
State considers Dayton site for fishing access
At Flathead Lake, where public access is greatly limited and land for sale along the 185 miles of shoreline is nearly impossible to find, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is looking into the possible purchase of a privately owned 15-acre parcel on the west shore after the agency was approached by the property owner.
Polson butcher shop is a meat-lovers paradise
A carnivore’s dream just opened up across the bridge from Polson.
SKC member honored for work at American Indian Graduate Center
American Indian Graduate Center Executive Director Angelique Albert (Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes) was honored with the President’s Making an Impact Nationally award from the Salish Kootenai College Foundation at their inaugural President’s Alumni Dinner.
Woman accused of stealing from children's group
A St. Ignatius woman is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from a group that works on behalf of children with special needs.
Grayson Jesse Mitchell
Early on July 24, 2019 you decided it was time to grace us all with your presence. Grayson, you came out crying like any other baby and when your grandma first spoke to you and held you, you stopped crying and looked at grandma and cuddled in.
Donna Marie Lovich Rowold, 67
Donna Marie Lovich Rowold passed, as she said, “from the arms of a loving family to the arms of a loving Savior” Dec. 5 in Polson, Montana.
Community Calendar
The Flathead Indian Reservation Division of Fire Prevention announced that debris burning closed Nov. 30. Open debris burning will open back up March 1, 2020. For more information, visit the csktfire.org website, like them on Facebook, CSKT Division of Fire, or call C.T. Camel or Devlin LaFrombois at 406-676-2550.
Legals December 12, 2019
City of Polson Sale of surplus property to government entity At the November 18, 2019 City Commission meeting, the Commission declared the following vehicles as surplus property to be sold: 1990 Central States Fire Engine and 1998 International Truck. It is now the intent of the City to sell these two vehicles to the Chief Cliff Volunteer Fire Department which is a political subdivision of Lake County, Montana for the sum of $35,000.00. Per MCA 7-8-101(2) the City can sell property directly to another governmental entity without an ordinance, public notice, public auction, bids or appraisal. For additional information contact Fire Chief Clint Cottle at 883-8220. Published on December 5, 2019, and December 12, 2019. MNAXLP
Tuesday, December 10
View from the Library: North Lake Co. Public Library
It’s beginning to feel a lot like winter. Is there a better time to snuggle up under a cozy blanket with a cup of hot chocolate (with whip cream of course) and settle into a good book?
Fire damages building
Thursday, December 5
Geraldine M. McVey
Geraldine M. McVey (Gerry) passed away peacefully at her home in St. Ignatius, Montana Nov. 29, 2019.
Jacqueline Jackie K. Baldwin, 76
Jacqueline “Jackie” K. Baldwin, 76 of Big Arm, Montana passed away of natural causes on Thursday Nov. 21, 2019 surrounded by family at St. Patrick Hospital.
Pirate grapplers aspire to contend with state elite
Polson placed third at state last season while capturing the Western A crown with a first place finish that just edged Frenchtown by a single point.
Girls basketball previews: Ronan Maidens poised for big season
Basketball opponents scheduled to face Ronan girls this season might be advised to take out one of those insurance policies to protect themselves against mayhem of the variety that Maidens are capable of inflicting upon those they face on the hardcourt this upcoming season.
Mission Valley boys basketball previews: Polson top scorer Graham returns
Last season, the Polson Pirates could have easily flipped the script on their 9-14 record as they came out on the short end of a quintet of contests by a mere two possessions or less. Formulate some fixes to a few fractured fundamentals and they were capable of contending with the likes of the best.
Mission Valley gridders receive postseason honors
The Mission Valley area had 13 football players who were acknowledged with postseason accolades this past fall, a quintet from Mission, a quartet from Ronan and a pair from Arlee as well as Polson.
Mission Valley FFA performs well at John Deere Ag Expo
Local family made Christmas merrier for thousands
After decades making the holidays jolly with Christmas trees for thousands of Montanans, Steve
Flathead Lake flowering rush meetings planned
There is a public meeting scheduled regarding flowering rush in Flathead Lake.
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It’s time to kick off the season with Mission Valley Choral Society’s annual Christmas concerts. They will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Mission at St. Ignatius, and at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Polson.
Festival of trees open for public preview after parade
The long-running Polson gala fundraiser, Festival of Trees, sells out of tickets quickly, and this Saturday’s affair is no exception.
Dixon School announces honor roll
Here is the honor roll for Dixon School first trimester students.
Polson woman named to state banking board
Governor Steve Bullock recently announced the following appointments.
Driver faces homicide charge in fatal DUI crash
A Lake County woman was arraigned on DUI by homicide charges in Lake County Court.
Big Sky State full of night-time tourism activities
One doesn’t need to be in love to see what spring is like on Jupiter or Mars, as is suggested by Bart Howard’s 1954 melody “Fly Me to the Moon,” a tune later made famous by Frank Sinatra. Instead, starry eyes can be traded for a clear night in Montana, a good telescope and a pinch of pragmatism.
Legals December 5, 2019
City of Polson Sale of surplus property to government entity At the November 18, 2019 City Commission meeting, the Commission declared the following vehicles as surplus property to be sold: 1990 Central States Fire Engine and 1998 International Truck. It is now the intent of the City to sell these two vehicles to the Chief Cliff Volunteer Fire Department which is a political subdivision of Lake County, Montana for the sum of $35,000.00. Per MCA 7-8-101(2) the City can sell property directly to another governmental entity without an ordinance, public notice, public auction, bids or appraisal. For additional information contact Fire Chief Clint Cottle at 883-8220. Published on December 5, 2019, and December 12, 2019. MNAXLP
MISSION VALLEY FFA PERFORMS WELL AT JOHN DEERE AG EXPO
The Mission Valley FFA recently traveled to Bozeman to compete in the eighth annual John Deere Ag Expo.
Wednesday, December 4
Polson school bond votes fail
Voters in the Polson School District have rejected two bond issues for the elementary and high schools.
