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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…
20th Judicial District Court News
Bockman sentenced to five years for felony theft; Carpenter receives deferred sentence for partner endangerment.
Roundtable focuses on houseless issue, business protection
Interim Polson Police Chief George Simpson gathered with Main Street business owners at City Hall last Friday morning to discuss strategies for handling a grow…
News Briefs
Zachary Conko Camel was recently appointed the new general manager of Mission Valley Power; fire officials with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Division of Fire, have restricted outdoor burning starting…
Community Notes
The Arlee Community Development Corporation has received a $18,369 Community Challenge Grant; the Miracle of America Museum in Polson was among 44 organizations in 31 Montana communities to recently receive a Histo…
New appraisal notices sting taxpayers
“People are up in arms” about the appraisal notices that recently arrived from the Department of Revenue, says Lake County Treasurer Erika Jennison.
Zinke, Daines want water released from Hungry Horse
Flathead Lake’s low water level this summer has drawn the attention of Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke, who called the situation an “oncoming crisis.”
Teen injured in ATV accident on U.S. 2
The ATV, driven by a teen from Ronan, collided with a Toyota pickup truck.
Zinke wants water released from Hungry Horse Reservoir to fill Flathead Lake
Flathead Lake’s low water level this summer has drawn the attention of Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke, who called the situation an “oncoming crisis.”
20th Judicial District Court News
Judge Molly Owen hears cases involving bail jumping and burglary, child endangerment and felony drug possession.
Ronan Middle School students earn Alaskan trip
Bill Becker’s fourth period class at Ronan Middle School is called Advanced Academic Elective, a new class offered for the 2022-23 school year. The target is …
New treasurer, clerk & recorder take office
In the past few weeks, oaths of office were administered to a new clerk and recorder and a new treasurer/assessor, who are each replacing elected Lake County o…
Dick Erb: “Brilliant, humble and inclusive”
Moiese Valley rancher Dick Erb brought a wise and generous spirit to life’s challenges – whether it was fine-tuning the sprinklers in his hay fields, helping s…
The Chalkboard: News about education
Hope Morrison heads to UM Davidson Honors College; Forward Montana seeks fellowship applicants.
On the Agenda
City council and school board meetings
Lake level drops prematurely
If people have noticed that the level of Flathead Lake appears to be dropping much sooner than normal, it’s not a figment of their imaginations. Instead, says …