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Allen Roger Sloan, 78
Allen Roger Sloan, 78, of Ronan, passed away surrounded by his family on July 10, 2025, at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula. A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. July 25 at the Ronan Cemetery. Light refreshments will follow at the North Crow Clubhouse.
Arlee Schools receive grant for school gardens
The Arlee School District was among 22 Montana projects that recently received community grants from the Montana Farmers Union Foundation. The award of $2,000 will be used to purchase equipment for school gardens.
Time Capsule: From the archives of local weeklies
Stories harvested from the Stories harvested from the Lake County Leader, June 6, 2016
Polson sophomore organizes summer football camp
A Polson High School student is stepping up to give local athletes a big opportunity — and support a worthy cause. Incoming sophomore Case Cox is organizing the “More Than a Game Football Camp,” set to take place June 30–July 1 at Polson High School. The camp will feature youth and high school sessions led by a roster of experienced coaches and former pros, including Jim McElwain, Greg Peach, Sammy Akem, Mac Mallohan, Mike Cutler, and Tyler Whittier.
Linda Werdin, 84
Linda Dee (Roseleip) Werdin, 84, passed away on June 30, 2025, in the hospital in Lewistown, Mont., after entering an assisted living facility in October 2024.
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.
Lake County runners shine at Missoula Marathon
Lake County runners delivered standout performances at the 2025 Missoula Marathon and associated races over the weekend, with top finishes from athletes young and old across multiple events.
Mission discus champ aims high for senior year
When Ryan Sharbono stepped into the discus ring at the MHSA Class B/C State Track and Field Championships in Missoula this May, he wasn’t just competing against a field of strong athletes – he was competing against his past self.
Ronan grad joins next generation of elite Navy rescue swimmers
Airman Adriana Tatukivei, a native of Ronan, is serving in the U.S. Navy assigned to Aviation Rescue Swimmer School (ARSS) where the next generation of Aviation Rescue Swimmers (AIRRs) are taught to execute life-or-death rescues in the most extreme conditions imaginable.
Lake County Conservation District awards $1,000 Scholarship
The Lake County Conservation District selected Hot Springs High School senior Nick McAllister as the recipient of its annual scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior demonstrating a strong interest in conservation, natural resources, or agriculture.
Lake County seniors selected for inaugural Montana Shrine Baseball Classic
Three standout seniors from Lake County high school baseball programs will suit up for the West in the inaugural Montana Shrine All-Star Baseball Classic, set for August 16 at Three Legends Stadium in Butte.
Mission Valley Events Roundup
Your guide to Mission Valley events
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.
Layton Smith, 14
Layton, our boy born with the biggest blue eyes and the kindest soul, passed away at age 14 in a boating accident on June 18, 2025, in Harrison, Mont. Born in Laguna Hills, Calif., and raised in Bozeman since 2012, Layton embraced more in his 14 years than most do in a lifetime.
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.
Michael Munson takes helm at Salish Kootenai College
Dr. Michael M. Munson returned to Salish Kootenai College this month to serve as the institution’s next president, following an extensive national search and approval by the SKC Board of Directors.
Work resumes on Third Ave. and 93 intersection in Ronan
Improvements to the intersection of U.S. Highway 93, Old Hwy. 93 and Third Ave. in Ronan resumed this week after the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Riverside Contracting received materials from the supplier.
Open house slated Aug. 9 for Dave Stipe Annex
The Lake County Commissioners have scheduled an open house Aug. 9 for the newly constructed Dave Stipe Annex.
United We Stand is theme of Charlo parade
The Marine Honor Guard will lead the United We Stand-themed parade through Charlo at noon July 4. Long-time business and community members Sandy and Curt Coulter are the honored grand marshals. The couple recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
William Owen Lambson
An affinity with water flowed through William Owen Lambson’s life, from his childhood in Lexington, Ky., to his death July 7, 2025, at his home near the edge of Flathead Lake.