After a successful run "The Year of Dog" goes digital
The Polson-based entertainment distributor originally signed the film for nine screenings, but now it's been shown in over 100 theaters.
St. Ignatius man wages anti-compact ad campaign
Opponents to CSKT compact eye courts as the remedy after not being successful politically.
Reservation-wide housing survey completed
The information discerned from the housing survey will be released to the Tribal Council in a matter of weeks.
Rep. Read's bill to shift compact oversight tabled in committee
In what opponents see as another effort to restrict tribal water rights, HB 726, sponsored by Rep. Joe Read, aimed to change which regulatory agencies oversee water compacts in Montana. It was tabled last week after resounding opposition, much of which focused on the legislation's incompatibility with state, tribal and federal law.
Food and community: one organization's mission
A food pantry, art classes and business development all come together under one roof.
House proposes state-wide lot mandate
A new bill aims to increase housing supply to keep up with demand.
Lake County objects to CSKT water compact
After originally having the objection on the agenda in December the commissioners voted to file it on Feb. 8.
A look inside the Lake County jail
Federal emergency funds help with jail improvements, but lawsuits challenge the county to address alleged inhumane conditions.
Arlee school district signs with architect firm
Arlee Public Schools are entering the planning process to build a new building to house grades 3-6.
Fire in youth home prompts fundraising efforts
The 'outpouring' of support from the community following the fire will aid the youth in their housing transition.
Lake County grapples with overpopulated jail, lawsuits
After five inmates filed suit in 2021 many more have continued to do so.
The Wrap: Stories we’ll continue to cover in the New Year
Lake County was bursting with news in 2022, from the establishment of a new Water Management Board last January, to a move by Lake County in December to remove itself from Public Law 280. Here are the stories we’ll continue to track in the New Year.
Arlee gravel mine permit delayed, again
Now, the Garden of a Thousand Buddhas released a letter asking the state to reconsider the application.
Water Compact objection period extended
After over 250 people filed objections, the Montana Water Court extended the deadline for 60 days.
County governments pressured to object to CSKT compact
As the deadline approaches to file objections to water rights claims set out in the Flathead Water Compact, some local officials are considering the effects of the landmark deal.
Mike Perry of Arlee named Superintendent of the Year
The award recognizes Dr. Mike Perry's 25-year education career, dedication to kids and commitment to staff.
Proposed open-pit gravel mine controversial among Arlee residents
After a summer of Jocko valley residents' attempts to have their concerns formally heard, it's a waiting game to see if further stages of review will be triggered.
Polson City Commission plans road improvements
The Polson City Commission met on Oct. 17, and voted to request funds from the 2022 Bridge and Road Safety and Accountability (BaRSAA) program for road improvements.
Arlee business home to all things Bigfoot
A new family run gift shop and restaurant brings the mystery of Bigfoot to Arlee.
Polson company brings indy film to Montana theaters
An independent film shot in Montana will screen at theaters across the state thanks to a local distribution deal for Rob Grabow’s “The Year of the Dog.”