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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…
Cooperative solution lifts closure of Mollman Pass Tr. Road
The temporary closure of Mollman Pass Trail Road, south of Ronan, was lifted last Thursday thanks to an agreement between the Confederated Salish and Kootenai …
Rolfe named Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year
Exhibits such as a tower of leafy green lettuce and flats of other plants, wooden bowls and turned items, art pieces, and sewing projects were on display durin…
Last bill standing: County awaits final decision on funding PL 280
House Bill 479, a bill originally introduced by Ronan Rep. Joe Read and Bigfork Rep. Bob Keenan, has passed the House and advanced out of the Senate Finance and Claims Committee by executive action, 19-0, Monday.
State and Tribes consider tax agreement for sharing marijuana revenue
Several state representatives, including Lt. Gov. Kristen Juras, were in Polson last Wednesday for a public hearing on a proposed agreement between the Tribes and State of Montana regarding marijuana taxation.
Filing opens for municipal elections
Candidates for municipal elections in Lake County can file for office through June 19. The general election is Nov. 7.
Lake County officer involved shooting
The Lake County Sheriff's office announced Tuesday that an officer was involved in a fatal shooting on Monday near St. Ignatius.
Glacier Brewing brings home the iron from Bigfork Brewfest
The Bigfork Brewfest’s People’s Choice Award for Best Beer went to Glacier Brewing Company in Polson for its Snowpack Limoncello Seltzer.
Washington man convicted of drug trafficking
A federal jury recently convicted a Washington man of trafficking methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine in Lake County last year.
Landslide alert issued for Missions
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes announced last week that recent landslides have occurred in the areas of McDonald Lake and Mission Reservoir.
Elks donate to local fire departments
Montana State Elks Association delivered two checks March 14 to local fire departments as part of a major project program, "Aid to Rural Fire Departments."
Polson rancher honored for contributions to range management
Polson cattle rancher Greg Gardner received the Sustained Lifetime Achievement Award at the Society for Range Management’s 76th Annual Meeting in Boise, Idaho,…
After a successful run "The Year of Dog" goes digital
The Polson-based entertainment distributor originally signed the film for nine screenings, but now it's been shown in over 100 theaters.
20th Judicial District Court News
News from the 20th Judicial District Court in Polson:
Swimming Horse Distillery awaits city review
Construction on Swimming Horse Distillery, to be located on the corner of First Street East and Hwy. 93 in Polson could begin soon, according to Pat McCarthy, one of the four owners.
Bond issues on the ballot in Polson
Last Tuesday night, about 35 volunteers took to the streets of Polson, before flooding the community with around 3,000 brochures that explain the two bond issu…