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Polson man sentenced for beating girlfriend to death
July 19, 2022 noon

Polson man sentenced for beating girlfriend to death

A 21-year-old Polson man residing in Aurora, Colo., was sentenced to prison July 12 for the brutal killing of his girlfriend last year.

History, family celebrated during annual Arlee Powwow
July 12, 2018 1:09 p.m.

History, family celebrated during annual Arlee Powwow

Summer heat was no match for the crowds at the annual Arlee Pow Wow last week, as dozens of people dressed in their regalia.

March 23, 2021 1:11 p.m.

MHSA announces spring sports guidelines

The Montana High School Association released recommendations for spring sports Friday.

Davis costume contest champ
August 2, 2018 2:46 p.m.

Davis costume contest champ

Jackson Davis of Ronan has a knack for coming up with prize-winning costumes for the Lake County 4-H Fair.

Ol' Man Winter makes it tough on Mack Days anglers
April 18, 2022 12:05 p.m.

Ol' Man Winter makes it tough on Mack Days anglers

Kolton Turner of Kalispell continues to lead the Top Ten category with 836 entries.

A living history of Lake County schools
October 25, 2010 9:56 a.m.

A living history of Lake County schools

LAKE COUNTY — Thirteen years and hundreds of personal interviews later, Joyce Decker Wegner’s dream has finally become a reality. Next week, the retired Lake County Superintendent of Schools and Flathead Reservation Area Historical Society President will have copies of her authored work, the 524 page “Lake County School History: Volume 1, Once in Missoula County: One Large District Becomes Many” on sale at various locations county-wide.

Fair Ranch Rodeo fun for everyone
August 2, 2018 2:45 p.m.

Fair Ranch Rodeo fun for everyone

Six hard-working teams competed for honors, or just for the fun of it, at the Ranch Rodeo during the Lake County Fair on Saturday afternoon at the Ronan Fairgrounds arena. The youth and adult rodeos were sponsored by the Lake County Fair Board.

Nash gives update on Polson at chamber meeting
December 14, 2018 3:32 p.m.

Nash gives update on Polson at chamber meeting

During a State of the City Address at the monthly Polson Chamber of Commerce meeting last week, Polson Police Chief and interim City Manager Wade Nash said that despite some setbacks within the last month, the city will be okay.

A lifetime of hitchhiking
August 22, 2019 4:43 p.m.

A lifetime of hitchhiking

Hitchhiking is perceived by most people to be a risky endeavor.

February 29, 2024 midnight

Polson Seniors: On the cusp of March

March has been described as coming in like a lion and out like a lamb. Although March 19 is the first day of Spring (9:06 p.m. MST), it is okay to say March 20 is the first daylight of Spring.

March 20, 2012 7:30 a.m.

Man admits to pointing gun at partner's head

POLSON — Arnold McDonald pleaded guilty in Lake County District Court last Thursday to charges of Partner or Family Member Assault and tampering with or fabricating physical evidence after allegedly holding a gun to his partner’s head, then asking her to lie about it later and hiding the weapon under his residence.

Lady Bulldogs finish third at Divisionals
March 6, 2025 midnight

Lady Bulldogs finish third at Divisionals

The Mission Lady Bulldogs wrapped up their Western B Divisional run with a strong 56-34 victory over Thompson Falls in the consolation final, securing third place in the tournament on Saturday, March 1.

Week 1: Mack Days angler lands 38-inch lake trout
March 19, 2025 midnight

Week 1: Mack Days angler lands 38-inch lake trout

The 2025 Spring Mack Days Fishing Event on Flathead Lake started out with anglers saying “fish on” many times over the first few days of the event.

Community Showcase in spotlight at St. Ignatius
May 2, 2019 4:24 p.m.

Community Showcase in spotlight at St. Ignatius

St. Ignatius School District 28 hosted its annual Community Showcase last Thursday, April 25.

August 25, 2011 11 a.m.

Running strong for 100 miles

Ronan cross country team embarks on overnight relay run to get

March 7, 2021 8:50 a.m.

View from the Library: We're open longer these days

I am very pleased to announce that we have expanded our hours. We now have regular, year-round hours.

Mission Creek black bear makes a house call
October 7, 2021 12:45 a.m.

Mission Creek black bear makes a house call

Last week, a large black bear took the family thing a little too far.

August 31, 2023 midnight

Rebate is a scam

OK, armed and ready, I sat down with a computer, a postcard and letter from Governor Gianforte and two letters from his Revenue Department on how to get a property tax rebate.

Mack Days update, Week 2
March 26, 2014 5:21 p.m.

Mack Days update, Week 2

FLATHEAD LAKE — Spring Mack Days fishing boats were covered in ice for much of the second weekend of the 2014 Spring Mack Days Fishing Event.

October 20, 2022 8 p.m.

Mack Days passes five-week, 10,000 trout mark

These beautiful fall days are flying by fast, and if you love fishing, Flathead Lake is the place to be!