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Missing Middle: County looks for solutions to housing shortage
The “missing middle” is how housing advocates sometimes describe the lack of affordable housing for middle income …
Ronan woman accused of drunk driving, injuring officer
A Ronan woman is accused of driving drunk and injuring a law enforcement officer. Danielle Madlyn Appleton, 41, entered a plea of not guilty in District Court …
Polson woman admits to setting carport fire
Judge Molly Owen set a sentencing of Feb. 26 for a Polson woman who admitted to intentionally setting a fire in the carport of a Polson residence. Shyann Brook…
Teen charged with homicide in Christmas murder
A 17-year-old teen is charged with murder in the Christmas morning shooting death of Sheldon Fisher.
Storms improve snowpack across region
Water year 2025 got off to a dry start, but storms in late December and early January helped bring snowpack closer to normal.
Polson Chamber seeks Community Award nominations
The Polson Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its annual Community Awards, which recognize the individuals, businesses and organizations making a difference in Polson.
Ronan council considers PAL Memory Care, gravel pit subdivision
Keith Deaville, who owns PAL Memory Care in Ronan, Polson and St. Ignatius, approached the Ronan City Council at last Wednesday’s meeting to make them aware of…
Lawmakers hear proposal urging feds to fully fund law enforcement in Indian County
Tribal leaders and lawmakers are supporting legislation that would urge the federal government to fully fund law enforcement in Indian Country in Montana, wher…
Ronan Hall of Fame: Distinguished Athlete Terry Camel Brown
Profiles of new inductees into the Ronan Hall of Fame concludes with Terry Camel Brown – another member of a long list of Camel family athletes who excelled in…
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Man accused of attempting to pass contraband to jail inmate
A former Great Falls man now living in Lake County is accused of attempting to get illegal contraband into the Lake County Jail.
Library starts year with new children's programs
The North Lake County Library launches the New Year with a new line-up of children’s programs.
Deputy jailed on assault, domestic abuse charges
A deputy with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office is facing felony charges stemming from a domestic disturbance on Dec. 15. Todd Russell Adams, 37, entered a plea of not guilty in District Court at Polson Jan. 2 to fe…
Polson man accused of assaulting officer
A Polson man is accused of punching a Ronan Police officer who responded to a report of a drunk and disorderly person at the local hospital. Gavin Dean Knutson…
Polson Seniors: Register now for tax assistance
Pre-registration begins now for AARP Tax Preparation Assistance and continues through April 15. You must make a reservation for assistance by calling or stopping by the Polson Senior Community Center.