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July 2, 2025 midnight

Legals for July, 2 2025

Peter Walther, 95
July 3, 2025 midnight

Peter Walther, 95

Peter Eugene Walther, died on June 20, 2025, wore many hats during his 95 years. A memorial service and reception will be held at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 130 S. 6th St. E. in Missoula, on July 11 at 10:30 a.m.

July 3, 2025 midnight

Legals for July, 3 2025

July 3, 2025 midnight

Polson Seniors: Happy Independence Day

Happy Independence Day! Down with the King! We are closed the 4th of July.

July 3, 2025 midnight

St. Ignatius Seniors: Pancake breakfast is July 12

July 4 is already here! I hope everyone has a great Fourth of July! The center will be closed.

Mission Valley Events Roundup
July 3, 2025 midnight

Mission Valley Events Roundup

Your guide to events and public meetings in Lake County

Bruce Agrella, 83
July 3, 2025 midnight

Bruce Agrella, 83

There will be an informal gathering on Friday, July 11, to remember Bruce Agrella of Polson, who passed away on May 4, 2025.

Fourth festivities flourish from Arlee to Polson
July 3, 2025 midnight

Fourth festivities flourish from Arlee to Polson

Lake County communities are gearing up for Fourth festivities, which promise parades and fireworks from Arlee to Polson.

July 3, 2025 midnight

Ronan council limits number of dispensaries to one

At last week’s Ronan City Council meeting, members agreed that Ronan’s population – estimated at 1,955 – doesn’t warrant the licensing of a second marijuana provider within the city limits.

MaryJane (MJ) Taylor, 96
July 3, 2025 midnight

MaryJane (MJ) Taylor, 96

MaryJane Taylor, 96, of Lakeside, passed at home on June 4, 2025. Known to many as MJ she loved spending time with many special friends.

Dennis Schliep, 85
July 3, 2025 midnight

Dennis Schliep, 85

Dennis “Denny” LeRoy Schliep, 85, of St. Ignatius, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 23, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Ronan, surrounded by love. A graveside service to honor Denny’s life will be held on Monday, July 7, at 10 a.m., with military honors recognizing his service to the nation at St. Ignatius Pleasant View Cemetery, followed by a gathering at the Longhouse.

Michael Erickson, 54
July 3, 2025 midnight

Michael Erickson, 54

Michael Dwayne Erickson passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 26, at 2 p.m. at the Valley View Clubhouse.

July 3, 2025 midnight

Ronan church hosts revival meetings

Morning Star Baptist Church of Ronan will host special revival services July 11-13 with evangelist John Van Gelderen of Ann Arbor, Mich.

July 3, 2025 midnight

Time Capsule: From the archives of local weeklies

Stories harvested from the Flathead Courier, July 4, 1940

July 3, 2025 midnight

Citizens celebrate Old Glory on Flag Day

On Saturday, June 14, in Polson, more than 60 citizens, many of them veterans, waved flags and signs to celebrate the importance of the day. The city fire department participated by flying a huge Old Glory flag.

Summer Reading Program promotes learning
July 3, 2025 midnight

Summer Reading Program promotes learning

Boats are out on the lake, people are walking around, and the traffic is getting a bit denser. These are all the tell-tale signs of summer in the Mission Valley. Another sign of summer can be found away from the heat of July and indoors at libraries, where both Polson and Ronan are running their annual summer reading programs.

Polson Commission selects new city judge
July 3, 2025 midnight

Polson Commission selects new city judge

The Polson City Commission selected retired law enforcement officer Joe May as incoming city judge during a meeting last Wednesday, June 26. There were four candidates for the job, including incumbent judge Mike Larson, retired Lake County chief juvenile probation officer Barbara Monaco, and head of maintenance for Lake County, Dale Ramesar.

Thirteen homes evacuated in Early Dawn fire
July 3, 2025 midnight

Thirteen homes evacuated in Early Dawn fire

Local firefighters were busy again this weekend, containing the Early Dawn Fire near Big Arm. The blaze started last Friday, June 27, and was ignited by fireworks according to Polson Rural fire chief Will Woodger. He said 13 homes were immediately evacuated.

Readers choose Koda King as Athlete of the Year
July 3, 2025 midnight

Readers choose Koda King as Athlete of the Year

Koda King was one of four candidates, selected by athletic directors across Lake County and voted upon by Leader readers, for the Leader's inaugural Athlete of the Year. He won with 246 votes. Nominees also included: Ryan Sharbono, St. Ignatius, with 104 votes; Samantha Rensvold, Polson with 93 votes; and GG Hawk, Charlo, with 87 votes.