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Drug Court: Breaking the cycle of addiction
“This is one of my proudest moments,” said Susan Pierre, standing before a crowded courtroom on the third floor of…
Polson Seniors: A more perfect Union
The great American Experience is still in the works, ever since 1776. We’re still working toward a more perfect Union, dedicated to the proposition that all men and women are created equal.
St. Ignatius Seniors: Nurse on the Go
Is it difficult for you or a loved one to trim toenails? Call “Nurse on the Go” at 406-253-5114 and schedule your 30-minute foot appointment.
Hospital shift: St. Joseph COO moves to St. Luke
Devin Huntley, chief operating officer at St. Joseph Medical Center, steps into the same role 14 miles south on July 15.
The Big Bang: Fireworks allowed, but only through July 5
Next Wednesday is the Fourth of July, a time when most Americans celebrate the Declaration of Independence, which was signed July 4, 1776. People enjoy picnics…
Leader stacks up 19 statewide newspaper awards
The Lake County Leader raked in 19 awards at the Montana Newspaper Association’s 139th annual convention and awards banquet, held Saturday in Kalispell – inclu…
View from the Library: Summer programs in full swing
We have successfully kicked off our annual Summer Reading Program with over 100 attendees at our first program and 289 registrations on the first day. It’s not…
St. Ignatius Seniors: Cooking class starts June 21
SNAP-Ed is offering a cooking class titled “Eating Smart–Being Active,” 5-7:30 p.m. Fridays, beginning June 21 and continuing for six weeks at the St. Ignatius Community Center.
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Fall Mack Days gets off to earlier start
Fall Mack Days will start earlier than usual this year.
Chowing down at the Flossie Challenge
Sam Dempsey ate his fill, and then some, last Friday at Big Arm Resort and Casino.
Harlequin ducks take center stage in Audubon presentation
"Harlequin Duck Hide and Go Seek" is the title of Mission Mountain Audubon's educational program at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 27, in the Polson Library meeting roo…
President Sandra Boham retires from SKC
Salish Kootenai College Board of Directors recently announced that President Sandra Boham has retired, effective June 7.
Arlee man believed to be victim of wreck on Hwy. 2
A man who was killed in a fiery wreck June 8 on Highway 2 near Nyack is believed to be Dalton Olson, 29, of Arlee, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
Commissioners reach out to Biden to remedy "treaty depredation"
The Lake County Commissioners sent a letter to President Joe Biden June 6, asking him to intercede “on behalf of two counties and affected U.S. citizens visiti…
Tribes receive $7.7 million from USDA for meat-processing plant
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are among eight tribal nations that recently received an Indigenous Animals Harvesting and Meat Processing Grant th…