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Death Notice: Robert “Bob” Mutchler, 92

Robert “Bob” Mutchler, 92, of Polson, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 29.

Longtime Griz play-by-play man Mick Holien dies

Montana Grizzly fans are melancholy this Thanksgiving week with the news that Mick Holien passed away at age 76.

Body discovered at state park near Big Arm

A person walking a dog Wednesday afternoon discovered the body of a deceased female.

Maidens, Lady Pirates earn class A all-state volleyball honors

Five Polson volleyball players and four from Ronan recently were honored with postseason accolades.

The People’s Center moving forward with fresh start

“It will be a new beginning, starting over, picking up the pieces.”

Salomon sees opportunities with new Legislature

With large Republican majorities in both chambers and a governor of the same party, there are likely to be fewer vetoes than under the past two Democratic governors.

Time Capsule: Now that's a carrot

This week in Lake County news archives.

Letters: Please think of others

Letters for Nov. 26, 2020

Guest column: Conserving grizzly bears takes self-responsibility

Our behaviors and choices all play into the larger picture that is the future of grizzly bears in Montana.

Catching up with college cross country runners

Several Mission Valley harriers transitioned into the collegiate ranks after culminating their prep careers with area high school programs upon graduation.

Legals for November, 26 2020

Legals for November, 26 2020

Former Board of Control assistant sentenced to prison for embezzlement

A former Flathead Joint Board of Control employee accused of embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars over a span of three years has been sentenced to federal prison.

Mission's Brander lands on class B first team all-state list

Four Mission Valley volleyball players earned class B postseason awards, announced recently.

Charlo trio lands postseason nods

Three Charlo volleyball players earned first-team all-conference recognition, and two landed on the all-state list.

Local briefs: Flathead Indian Reservation outdoor burning period closes soon

ALso: Dixon Senior Center opens doors again; Polson KOA honored at international convention; State grants available for businesses ready to rehire

P.E.O. Chapter CA rolls out Ready … Set … Goals! program

Chapter CA plans to make a similar presentation to middle school eighth-graders and their parents in the spring.

Honor Rolls: Polson High School and Middle School

First quarter, fall 2020

Honor Rolls: Arlee High School Honor and Junior High School

First Quarter, fall 2020

Honor Rolls: St. Ignatius High School and Middle School

First quarter, fall 2020

Marie G. Jensen-Rustad, 96

Marie G. Jensen-Rustad, age 96, passed away Nov. 16, 2020, at St. Luke Extended Care.

COVID update: 2 more deaths, major quarantine at Polson schools

Lake County reported 58 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and two virus-related deaths during the week of Nov. 17-24.

Ronan affordable housing project receives funding boost

Meadowlark Vista has received $340,000 in federal funding through a state program.

Christmas tree permits for national forests available online

Montanans looking to chop down their own Christmas tree on national forest land can now obtain a permit online for free.

Ronan man graduates MHP trooper training

Former Lake County Sheriff’s Office deputy Steve Larson was among four student officers who graduated the Montana Highway Patrol trooper program on Nov. 19.

Cartoons: Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving.

Chronic wasting disease detected at Flathead game farm

The Montana Department of Livestock on Nov. 19 received notification that a single game farm animal in Flathead County was confirmed positive for chronic wasting disease.

Additional $200 weekly payment available for those unemployed due to virus

Montana joins only a handful of states to use CRF funding to create a new program to supplement unemployment benefits.

John F. Madrigal

John F. Madrigal of Ronan passed away Oct. 21 in Kalispell.

Photo: Starting to look a lot like Christmas

Polson's Christmas wreaths are going up.

Library foundation launches GivingTuesday campaign

This year the North Lake County Library Foundation will match each contribution, dollar for dollar, up to $5,000.

Flathead businesses sue state over COVID claims

Five Flathead County businesses accused of flouting Gov. Steve Bullock's masking and social-distancing mandates have filed counterclaims against the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services.

Animal rescues have holiday wish lists, too

Life Savers Animal Rescue (LSAR) and Mission Valley Animal Shelter work diligently to rescue lost or abandoned animals and help connect them with loving new families.

Biz Buzz: The Lake Bar's new menu hits the spot

Introducing our new business column, Biz Buzz.

Megan Rost of PHS receives TATL award

Megan was nominated for the award by guidance counselor Betsy Wade.

Local briefs: The People’s Center may have a temporary site

Also: Ronan Community Thanksgiving dinner available curbside only; Dixon Senior Center hosting Thanksgiving dinner Monday; FWP accepting comment on commercial fee schedule

Letter: Stop for school buses

Letters for Nov. 19, 2020

Legals for November, 19 2020

Glacier Park' October visitation up 60%

Glacier National Park officials on Tuesday reported a 60% increase in visitation numbers for October over the previous year.

Morigeau appointed to finish out state Senate term

The appointment was by unanimous vote of the Missoula County Commissioners.

Gov. Bullock issues new directive on statewide COVID-19 restrictions

Restaurants, bars, breweries, distilleries and casinos will be limited to 50% capacity and must close by 10 p.m. starting Friday.

COVID-19 shows no signs of slowing

Lake County reports two addtional deaths as new daily cases continue to rise.

Virus straining county’s hospitals

As COVID-19 cases rise rapidly in Lake County, the staff at both St. Luke Hospital in Ronan and Providence St. Joseph in Polson are feeling the strain.

Maidens win Lake County clash at state

Polson, Ronan drive 12 hours to play each other a fourth time this season.

Charlo wraps up rollercoaster season with 1-2 run at state

Charlo knocks off Simms on Day 2.

Polson's Trevor Lake signs to play football for UM-Western

Trevor Lake set one of the stepping stones of his future in place by signing a letter of intent to attend the University of Montana-Western in Dillon.

Football: Pirates had a unique season

Polson Pirate football experienced a unique fall 2020 season that extended far beyond playing under the cloud of a worldwide viral pandemic.

Soccer: Polson players earn postseason accolades

Mission Valley area soccer reaped a half dozen players acknowledged for their proficiency on the pitch this past season.

Soccer: Pirates showed big improvement

The fall 2020 Polson Pirate boys soccer season could be encapsulated under the double A rubric of adaptation and adjustment.

Soccer: Lady Pirates' battled through difficult season

Polson Lady Pirate girls soccer held great expectations for 2020.

Mike Benson claims top Fall Mack Days honor

Mike Benson completed his 30th Mack Days, winning the top angler place with a total of 1,036 lake trout entries.

Polson hosting resort tax forums

The next forum, scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, will be conducted remotely via Zoom.

Delivery volunteers needed for Polson Community Thanksgiving Dinner

This year’s Polson Community Thanksgiving Dinner is shaping up to be a huge success, though meals are only being offered for delivery or curbside pickup due to coronavirus concerns.

Rodger ‘Lindy’ Peek, 76

The Peek family mourns the loss of Rodger “Lindy” Peek, who passed away Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020 at home in Polson with his family by his side.

Janice Marie Marciana Schliep Cordier, 75

Janice Marie Marciana Schliep Cordier (Marciana was her confirmation name), born to Arnold Schliep and Laura Soucie Schliep on Aug. 29, 1945 at the Holy Family Hospital in St. Ignatius, died of natural causes Nov. 11, 2020 at age 75.

State Volleyball Tournament Schedules/Results

Three Lake County teams -- Polson, Ronan and Charlo -- competing for state titles.

Earl William Johnston, 76

Earl William Johnston, 76, passed away Thursday, Nov.5, 2020, a few days short of his birthday at his Ronan residence.

Artists of the Silver Dollar

There are unexpected treasures to be found inside the unassuming Silver Dollar Bar in St. Ignatius.

Reksten ready to get to work for House District 12

Reksten, who served for 34 years in public education prior to seeking office, defeated Polson Democrat Gerry Browning.

Food trucks bring a world of flavor

Enterprising Lake County residents are bringing the delights of ethnic foods to rural Montana.

Auction sale of restored wooden boat to benefit conservation project

A wooden boat restored by Polson resident Greg McCormick is for sale through an online auction to benefit the Bad Rock Canyon Conservation Project.

Birth Announcements

Nov. 12, 2020

Arlee Junior High first-quarter honors

Fall 2020

Local briefs: Ronan Chamber’s nonprofit award goes to Boys and Girls Club

Due to the recent coronavirus the chamber was unable to hold its annual awards banquet last spring.

Legals for November, 12 2020

Cartoons: Veterans Day

Honoring those who have served.

Lady Pirates hold off Ronan for trip to state

Todd posts 21 kills as Polson tops county rivals at home Friday night.

Maidens take a wild ride to state

Ronan reaches state volleyball tournament for first time in 18 years.

Home sweet home for Charlo

Lady Vikings take care of business on home court to reach class C state tournament.

Polson seizes West’s No. 2 seed

Polson advances to the state A tournament in Sidney as the No. 2 seed from the West and will face the East’s No. 3 seed Glendive in the opening round.

Bulldogs bitten, bounced from bracket

Mission faced unbeaten Anaconda in the opening round.

Fall Mack Days Week 9 Results

Mike Benson leads the anglers in the Top 10 category with 988 total entries.

Trudy Lynn Brown Nault, 72

Trudy Lynn Brown Nault, 72, of Great Falls, died Oct. 28, 2020, of natural causes.

Karen Suzzane Magini Scalf, 76

Karen Suzzane Magini Scalf passed away peacefully Oct. 24, 2020 at her home in Polson with friends by her side.

Photos: Charlo vs. Hot Springs

THe Lady Vikings swept Hot Springs at home on Saturday.

Big Arm man sent to prison for child sexual exploitation

Billy Dean Smith, 56, pleaded guilty on July 23 to sexual exploitation of a child.

Photos: Ronan visits Polson

The two Lake County teams met in a semifinal match of the Western A divisional tournament with a trip to state on the line.

Reach Higher Montana launches annual Stick with Scholarships campaign

Students from Polson, Bigfork, Billings, Missoula, and Three Forks designed this year’s stickers.

Photos: Charlo volleyball vs. Manhattan Christian

The Lady Vikings took on the defending state champion Eagles at home Thursday night.

Letters: A simple 'thank you'

Letters to the Editor: Nov. 5

Mrs. Wonderful Cafe welcomes new chef

Chef Gray Gordon comes to Polson from Whitefish, where he honed his skills as sous chef at Abruzzo Italian Kitchen.

Polson Community Thanksgiving Dinner volunteers have big goals, new format

The dinner, now in its 20th year, will be moved from the Polson Senior Center to the Elks Lodge at 512 Main St., and all meals will either be delivered or available for curbside pickup.

Legals for November, 5 2020

Stayin' alive: Maidens mow down Loggers, move on to divisionals

The Maidens will visit Southwest District top seed Corvallis on Thursday.

County sees spike in COVID-related deaths

Six of Lake County's seven fatalities have been announced since Oct. 16.

Local briefs: Free leaf pickup underway in Polson

Every Monday in November the city of Polson Streets Departments will be offering free pickup of leaves that have been placed in biodegradable leaf bags.

Lake County and statewide election results

Results according to the Montana Secretary of State's Office.

Birth Announcements

Nov. 5, 2020

Sports Calendar/Scoreboard Nov. 3-9

Lake County varsity high school athletics events and results.

Lady Vikings capture district crown

Charlo advances to divisional play, hosts Shields Valley

Lady Bulldogs head to divisionals as No. 4 seed

The Mission Lady Bulldogs went 1-2 in District 7B tournament volleyball action last week.

Wild Mission run ends at Fort Benton

The Bulldogs faced the top-ranked Longhorns in the opening round of the 8-man state playoffs Saturday, falling 61-6.

Miracle of America Museum honoring veterans with free admission Nov. 11

Any veteran coming to the museum that day is simply asked to identify themselves as a veteran to receive free admission.

Wardens derail Scarlets' postseason bid

Arlee’s volleyball season came to an end Oct. 27 with a four-set home loss to Deer Lodge in a play-in game for district play.

Suspect in 2018 Dixon killing charged with deliberate homicide

A suspect in the 2018 death of William “Bill” Conko Camel near Dixon is in custody and facing a deliberate homicide charge.

MVCA soccer wraps up season

Mission Valley Christian Academy finished its soccer season last month, placing second in the end-of-season tournament hosted at Polson.

Fall Mack Days Week 8 results

Mike Benson of Lonepine leads the Top Angler category with 918 entries.

Ada A. ‘Ma’ McCay, 78

On Oct. 1, Ada A. McCay, affectionately known as Ma, was welcomed into the loving arms of her husband and daughters.

Mary Jane (Ward) Roderick, 95

Mary passed away at her home in Helena on Oct. 27, 2020

Death notice: Karen S. Scalf, 76

Karen S. Scalf, 76, passed away in the night, Oct. 24, 2020.

Death notice: Michael Thomas Money

Michael Thomas Money passed away Friday, Oct. 30, 2020.

View from the Library: Holiday shopping time

Did you know the library has a great little gift nook with many literary inspired gifts?

One Montana’s master hunter program accepting applications

The program includes classroom and online instruction, and field work.

Photos: Halloween fun run

Trick-or-treaters tried out their costumes and got some exercise on a sunny Halloween morning Saturday in Polson.

October marriages

From Lake County District Court

Ronan High School grad awarded P.E.O. STAR scholarship

Brooklyn Olivean Kenelty is studying elementary education at Carroll College.