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Sex offender sentenced to 40 years
A Lake County man was sentenced in Polson District Court April 10 to the Montana State Prison for 60 years, with 2…
Arlee man accused of raping 15-year-old girl
An Arlee man is accused of raping a 15-year-old girl as she slept. Michael Charlo, 62, entered a plea of not guilty in Polson District Court March 14 to sexual…
Polson man accused of assaulting partner and fleeing from police
Harry P. Medland III, 35, entered a plea of not guilty in Polson District Court March 13 to felony charges of criminal endangerment, criminal mischief and assa…
Flathead Basin dam managers defend management decisions
Dam managers in Northwest Montana reiterated in a public presentation last Thursday that reservoir operations during drought years require a delicate balance o…
Judge Christopher announces resignation
In a letter dated March 15, District Court Judge Kim Christopher informed Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike McGrath that she is officially stepping down from he…
MREC: Still no resolution in sight for Ronan parcel
Lake County Commissioners met with Ronan Pioneer Days representatives Kim Aipperspach and Mike Bartel Monday afternoon to discuss the future of the Mission Ran…
Box sentenced for car theft, bail jumping
A Polson man admitted to stealing a car and skipping court. Charlie Corbin Box, 20, entered a plea of guilty in Polson District Court March 6 to felony theft a…
Polson woman admits to pointing gun at spouse
A Polson woman, accused of pointing a gun at her husband, will avoid more jail time. Elizabeth Simone Richard, 36, entered a plea of guilty in Polson District …
Kalispell man enters Alford plea to indecent exposure
The trial for a Kalispell man accused of exposing himself to a minor has been avoided after Cole Michael Jacob, 33, entered an Alford plea in Polson District C…
Kunekune: Round Butte couple raises affable pigs
Kunekune (pronounced KOOnee KOOnee) sows and gilts bask in the sunshine or nibble on the remnants of their morning hay. On the other side of the fence, the Kun…
Little Shop Montana finds new home on Main Street
The Little Shop Montana, which recently moved from Highway 93 to Polson’s Main Street is a pleasure to explore.
Commission candidate alleges Decker doesn’t reside in Ronan district
Josh Senecal, a candidate for Commission District 3, filed a complaint with the Commissioner of Political Practices Feb. 29, alleging that incumbent Lake Count…
Water managers host meeting on water supply outlook
With the official first day of spring less than a week away, farmers, ranchers and recreationists are paying close attention to weather forecasts and snowpack …
County officials look for answers from U.S. Attorney
Frustration seemed to be the tenor this week at the Lake County Courthouse as public officials contemplate their withdrawal from Public Law 280, which has give…
More candidates enlist before Monday deadline
Monday’s deadline evoked a last-minute flurry of candidate filings at the local election office and with the Secretary of State.
Harbor Light Furniture: Still a family affair
Harbor Light Furniture and Flooring will celebrate a big anniversary this year: 75 years as a Main Street business and 50 years with the Fisher/Whisman family.