Polson Tennis strives to rebuild with young, eager squad

As the 2025 spring tennis season gets underway, the Polson Pirates and Lady Pirates find themselves in an unfamiliar position – rebuilding. For the first time in 19 years, the program lacks a returning all-conference player, but head coach Bob Hislop remains optimistic about the potential of his young squad.

Polson Baseball looks to rebound in 2025 season

After a 2024 campaign that ended short at the state tournament, the Polson Pirates baseball team is looking to turn the page and make another run at postseason success in 2025. Head coach Brad Fisher believes the team has the talent to compete but acknowledges there are areas where improvement is needed.

Glittery talent ushers in new era for Pirate track team

Thanks to young talent, familiar faces, and a little bit of glitter it’s a new era for Polson track and field.

Polson Softball aims for State in 2025

Expectations and Polson Softball go hand in hand. With plenty of state hardware in the trophy case, they added a third-place finish in last year’s campaign. Head Coach Jami Hanson believes the Lady Pirates are poised to make another strong run toward a state championship this spring.

Commissioner praises dealership expansion

I am writing this letter to congratulate Don Aadsen Ford in Ronan on their acquisition of Ronan Motors. This is a large investment in their continuing goal of providing great products and service to the residents of Lake County and the Mission Valley. Ford, Chevrolet, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep will all be available under one dealer.

Internet access aid should help Montanans not Musk

Monica Tranel has started publishing on Substack under Monica Tranel from Montana Connections. Her article on broadband access caught my eye as at times I am frustrated with my internet access.

Donald "Don" Lake, 89

Donald William Lake of Ronan, who was 89, joined Jesus and his beloved wife, Bernadine, on Feb. 13, 2025.

Anglers brave rough water during week two of Mack Days

With the second week of 2025 Spring Mack Days in the rearview mirror, anglers still have seven more weekends to enter before the final day on May 10.

B-I-N-G-O: Polson seniors host weekly game

Bingo is a regular Friday night event at the Polson Senior Citizens Center. About 30 people were seated in the main room of the center recently as Randy Burley called out the letter and number combo, and players quickly scanned the rows on their cards.

Legals for March, 27 2025

Amelia Cronk: A natural leader

Not only does Amelia Cronk participate at St. Ignatius High School, she excels.

St. Ignatius Seniors: Food assistance help available

With the price of food today, people need additional help.

Sheryl Ann (Knudsen) Kain

Sheryl Ann Kain passed away early Sunday, March 16, 2025. True to her nature, she gave her battle with cancer everything she had, facing it with the same strength, resilience and determination that defined her life. The family is planning a Celebration of Life on July 19 at 2 p.m. at Leon Hall in Charlo.

Emma L. Roberts, 99

Emma L. (Evans) Roberts of Polson went home to heaven peacefully on March 17, 2025. There will be a visitation on Friday, March 28, from 4-6 p.m. at The Lake Funeral Home in Polson. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 29, at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, followed by burial in the Ronan Cemetery at 2:30 p.m.

Comments sought for non-member hunting regs

The Flathead Indian Reservation Advisory Board is seeking comments on the draft 2025-2026 hunting seasons, shooting hours and limits for migratory waterfowl, pheasants and gray partridge for hunters who are not members of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.

Lynnette Marie Haug Hintze, 68

Lynnette Marie Haug Hintze passed away on March 17, 2025, at the age of 68 in Houston, Texas where she was recovering from a bone marrow transplant after being diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

“Among the best”: Ronan Chiefs claim fourth at State

The Ronan Chiefs capped off a trophy year at the 2025 State A Boys Basketball Tournament with a fourth-place finish, battling through the grueling three-day event at MetraPark’s First Interstate Arena and Lockwood High School Gym from March 13-15.

Cherry growers convene April 5

The 87th annual cherry growers’ meeting, presented by the Flathead Lake Cherry Growers Association, begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 5, at the Yellow Bay Community Clubhouse, 23429 MT Hwy. 35.

Legislators hear from constituents at Ronan forum

The six members of Lake County’s legislative delegation heard from constituents last Wednesday during a forum at the Ronan Community Center.

Lake Monsters make waves at Montana Swimming Championships

The Lake Monsters Swim Team showcased their talent and tenacity at the 2025 Montana Swimming Short Course Championships in Butte, delivering an impressive performance against stiff competition.