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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…
Leader intern passionate about writing and sports
Max Dupras, the Leader’s intern reporter, is passionate about at least two things: writing and sports. He’s honing his skills at both this summer, as well as t…
No Cavity Club pairs dental health with movie magic
More and more kids are showing up at Showboat Cinemas in Polson with cavity-free teeth and free tickets to a movie. The youngsters are members of Tribal Health…
“Big fruit year” say cherry growers
Flathead cherry season is here, and lots of sweet, juicy cherries are ripe and ready to eat. “Big fruit this year,” said Bruce Johnson, a board member of the F…
Charlo Schools ready for new year with upgrades, new hirees
Charlo School District 7J is preparing for a school year with lower enrollment and fewer teachers, but a revamped HVAC system represents a major improvement fo…
Big Knife Fire burns near Arlee
The first fire reported on the Flathead Reservation this summer started Monday and is burning five miles east of Arlee in steep, rocky terrain. A meeting is slated for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, at the Arlee Com…
20th Judicial District Court News
Anthony Steinebach’s suspended sentence for aggravated assault revoked; Craig Lafley’s sentence for drug possession revoked.
On the agenda
Upcoming school board & city council meetings
Community Notes
Pioneer Days, First Saturday at Ninepipes, Rotary Brew Fest and SNAP questions answered.
Polson Commission denies Immanuel Living subdivision plat
Residents from Mission Bay showed up in force at last Monday’s Polson City Commission meeting to ask commissioners to put the brakes on a proposed 19-acre subdivision.
Accused arsonist goes before judge Thursday
Craig Allen McCrea, accused of igniting the devastating Boulder 2700 fire in August 2021, and two smaller fires, will appear before Judge Robert L. Deschamps f…
Juveniles to be cited for curfew violations
Lake County Law Enforcement and Youth Court announced recently that they will be actively addressing curfew violations in response to a recent uptick in criminal activity involving juveniles.
Commissioners seek disaster declaration
The Lake County Commissioners joined the Flathead County Commissioners Tuesday in requesting a disaster declaration for both counties.
Department of Revenue hosts appraisal meeting
Taxpayers have been in an uproar since classification and appraisal notices went out in early July so it’s understandable that there was a standing-room-only c…
Ronan council gives nod to meat-plant annexation
Ronan City Council voted yes in a 4-2 decision to allow the annexation of 31 acres on Mink Lane for a new three-acre meat processing plant, as long as the City…
Young entrepreneur opens 406 Cakes and Cravings
When one girl's dreams of decorating cakes at Scottage Cakery were dashed when the owners decided to sell their business, she decided to take over and start he…