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Allen Roger Sloan, 78
July 17, 2025 midnight

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.

July 10, 2025 midnight

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.

Linda Werdin, 84
July 10, 2025 midnight

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
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.

Lake County runners shine at Missoula Marathon
July 3, 2025 midnight

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
July 10, 2025 midnight

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.

July 3, 2025 midnight

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.

July 10, 2025 midnight

Mission Valley Events Roundup

Your guide to Mission Valley events

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.

Layton Smith, 14
July 3, 2025 midnight

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
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.

Michael Munson takes helm at Salish Kootenai College
June 26, 2025 midnight

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.

July 10, 2025 midnight

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
July 17, 2025 midnight

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.

June 26, 2025 midnight

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
July 17, 2025 midnight

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.

Mission Valley Events Roundup
July 3, 2025 midnight

Mission Valley Events Roundup

Your guide to events and public meetings in Lake County

Mission Valley Events Roundup
June 26, 2025 midnight

Mission Valley Events Roundup

Your guide to events in the Mission Valley

Arlee parade celebrates "Home of the Free"
July 10, 2025 midnight

Arlee parade celebrates "Home of the Free"

The weather was overcast with occasional spits of rain; but it was the Fourth of July, and Arlee celebrated with a parade – number 76 to be exact. The 2025 theme was “Home of the Free Because of the Brave.”

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.