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St. Ignatius Seniors: Inexpensive egg substitutes
To replace eggs in baking and cooking, try the following: applesauce or mashed banana can be used in quickbreads, muffin and pancakes – use 1/4 cup for each egg in the recipe.
Blackfeet tribal members sue to stop Trump tariffs against Canada
On Friday in federal court, Jonathan St. Goddard, along with state Sen. Susan Webber, D-Browning, filed a lawsuit in federal court asking a judge for an injunction against Trump’s tariffs on Canada, arguing that it violates the treaty rights of Indigenous people across the nation, and saying that only Congress can approve tariffs, not the president, according to the U.S. Constitution.
John (Jack) Cram, 81
John (Jack) Harry Cram was born May 9, 1943, to Hiram and Pauline (Laurich) Cram in Big Bay, Mich. He passed away peacefully at age of 81 at the VA Hospital in Reno, Nev., on Jan. 15, 2025, surrounded by family.
Time Capsule: From the archives of local weeklies
Stories of yore, harvested from the archives of the Mission Valley News, Jan. 20, 1977
Doreen Trusler, 96
Doreen Margaret Trusler of Polson passed away peacefully during the early morning hours of March 26, 2025, in Ronan.
Scammers try to impersonate police chief
According to a press release from the Polson Police Department, a phone scam is currently circulating in the community with the caller masquerading as Chief George Simpson.
Richard ("Dick") Wells Banghart, 89
Richard (“Dick”) Wells Banghart, 89, of Grinnell, Iowa, and formerly of Polson, passed away on Feb. 9, 2025, under hospice care at his home in Grinnell.
Lady Pirates fall to Kalispell Emeralds
Polson fell to the Kalispell Emeralds-Vivian on Sunday, June 9, in bracket play at the 2024 Emeralds SMASH at the KidsSports Complex in Kalispell, but beat teams from Canada and Utah.
Where is the outrage, Republicans?
The demented and dangerous actions of President Elon Musk and King Donald Trump, two of the richest men in the world, take aim at the poorest children in the world by dismantling the AID programs.
Time Capsule: From the weekly archives
Headlines of yore, harvested from the archives of local weekly newspapers.
Time Capsule: From the archives of local weeklies
Stories gleaned from the archives of local weekly newspapers. This week: The Flathead Courier, Sept. 1, 1949
Who are the real tyrants?
I have seen an ad in the Advertiser for several weeks now, recommending a book titled “Tribal Tyranny.” I have not read it, so I am not aware of the author’s issues, but based on the title, I feel it necessary to respond.
Polson biochemist earns Green Chemistry Award
Polson biochemist Ed Gannon nudges a nondescript gray chunk of rock, and then shakes a pile of round pellets into his hand. Both contain phosphate – a nutrient formed millions of years ago that’s described as the backbone of DNA, and is vital for plant growth, photosynthesis and all life on earth.
Swanky Sisters moves to Creamery Mall
Owner Beverley Osterwyk and her crew moved Swanky Sisters Mercantile to a new location in the Creamery Mall in Ronan three weeks ago, and they’re still unpacking boxes of fabric, notions, baby items and gifts.
Polson Boxing Club fighters gear up for regional events
Three young fighters from the Polson Boxing Club are gearing up for a busy April in the ring.
Marsha Frey, 79
Marsha Joy McDonald Frey, “Ms. Frey” to all her students, at age 79 passed away in her home in St Ignatius on Dec. 24, 2024.
Robert Sigurd "Bob" Syvrud, 89
Robert (Bob) Sigurd Syvrud, age 89, of Polson passed away on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, of natural causes. He was born to Sigurd and Marion Syvrud on Oct. 23, 1935, in Mandan, N.D.
Playing with words
I love words. I love to play. Here is some wordplay of shock and awe:
Cherry crop damaged by January deep freeze
January’s cold spell has returned to haunt Flathead cherry growers. “It’s something I’ve known since the day after the hard freeze,” said Finley Point orchard owner Brian Campbell of the impact the cold had on cherry trees.
Robert Wilson Smith, 92
Robert (Bob) Wilson Smith, a longtime resident of Lakeside, recently passed away after losing his fight against pneumonia and is now with our Lord Jesus. A graveside service will be held at Lakeview Cemetery in Polson, at 1 p.m. Aug. 31, 2024.