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Thinking of working near a stream? Talk to the experts first
Whether you're a longtime landowner or new to rural life in Lake County, it’s important to understand how water is…
CSKT Division of Fire warns residents of high fire danger
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Division of Fire sent out a press release warning residents of high fire danger on the Flathead Indian Reservation on Aug. 12.
Corrections
In last week’s front-page story, “Commissioners told farmers market should stay put,” we incorrectly identified Steve Sherick, who is a member of the Polson Flathead Lake Museum Board, and spoke at the Polson Commi…
MDT seeks community input on Hwy. 93, Polson-Somers
Montana Department of Transportation has recently completed a comprehensive long-range plan for management and development across the Highway 93 corridor from …
Time Capsule: From the archives of local weeklies
Stories harvested from the Flathead Courier, Aug. 6, 1981
Seattle woman charged with felony burglary, endangerment
A Seattle woman is accused of breaking into a house and leading law enforcement on a dangerous pursuit. Diamond Rochelle Nabors, 34, entered a plea of not guil…
Polson Seniors: Meals on Wheels drivers keep busy
We have five drivers delivering up to 14 meals per driver, with routes up to 10 miles. We are doing what we can to deliver meals in a timely fashion, as always.
St. Ignatius Seniors: Bingo is Saturday, Aug. 9
According to the CDC, every year, one in four older adults report falling and it is estimated 41,000 elderly die because of a fall. Foot problems are often the culprit.
SNAP cuts create “big gap” in food assistance
The Montana Food Bank Network reports 12,000 Montanans at "immediate risk” for losing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility after the U.S. Hous…
Mission Valley Events Roundup
Your Mission Valley events guide
Polson Chamber hosts Business Pulse Block Party Aug. 21
The Polson Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Business Pulse Block Party, 5-8 p.m. Aug. 21 on Third Ave. E. The theme of the free, family-friendly celebration is “Grow Together: Land, Business and Community.”
Boots, grit, and super nachos: Pioneer Days rodeo and big parade
Pioneer Days was a packed weekend with a fishing derby, live music, classic cars and two open rodeos, plus Bulls and Broncs on Friday. Jamie Buhr, a member of …
Spring Creek Kitchen comes to fruition
The Spring Creek Kitchen is in the process of becoming a reality thanks to a 2024 Montana Department of Commerce grant for $100,000, according to Jan Tusick, executive director of Mission West Community Development…
Flathead Lake to remain near full pool
Dam operators predict that Flathead Lake will remain within 12 inches of full pool throughout August following a month of unusually wet weather.
Commissioners told farmers market should stay put
More than 40 people crowded into the Polson City Commission chambers and the adjacent hallway for Monday night’s meeting. Most were there to speak on behalf of…