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Live theater returns to Polson after COVID hiatus

Prepare to boo the villain and cheer the hero when the Port Polson Players, in association with Mission Valley Friends of the Arts, reopen Polson’s Theatre on the Lake June 11 with “Dirty Work at the Crossroads.” The melodramatic comedy ushers in the Players’ 46th season and welcomes audiences back after a year and a half of pandemic-induced closure.“COVID-19 was everyone’s villain and will eventually get its ‘come-uppance,’ just as the scoundrel in ‘Dirty Work’ gets his,” promise producers Neal and Karen Lewing.  Although “Dirty Work” is the first melodrama that the Port Polson Players have staged in more...


Arlee celebrates success despite pandemic Arlee celebrates success despite pandemic

ARLEE — On Sunday afternoon the Arlee community gathered together to congratulate the newest group of Arlee graduates.  The outdoor ceremony proceeded with slightly windy weather that included a brightly shining sun without a cloud in the sky.   The COVID-19 pandemic created an unusual ...

Ronan High School celebrates 80 graduates Ronan High School celebrates 80 graduates

RONAN — The jumbotron made its return to the middle of the football field as Ronan High School honored the class of 2021 with an outdoor commencement ceremony on Sunday.  The ceremony was opened with an honor song by Bigcrane Drum, and the members of the RHS choir performed the national anthem....

LCCD thanks scholarship applicants

News from LCCD LAKE COUNTY – The Lake County Conservation District wanted to congratulate our scholarship finalist for this year who is Berkley Ellis, of Polson. Berkley is passionate about making the world a better place and is deeply inspired by the beautiful environment and natural resources ar...

Ronan seniors for June 2, 2021

RONAN — Happy Spring. Enjoy today. There may be snow tomorrow. We are seeing a few new faces every meal so hope people will keep on coming in and eating with us and enjoying company and good food. Hope you had a safe and happy Memorial Day and remember all our veterans.    Menu:  W...

Dixon seniors for June 2, 2021

DIXON ­­— The Dixon Senior Center continues to serve our community and hopes everyone is staying happy and healthy.  We have opened the doors for eating in, continuing to adhere and follow social distancing precautions so our friends and neighbors can spend some time visiting with each ...

Two Eagle River School kicks off graduation season Two Eagle River School kicks off graduation season

PABLO — On a sunny Saturday afternoon, community members gathered with drummers ready and waiting for the 2021 Two Eagle River School graduation.  This year’s outdoor ceremony was framed by pine trees as nine graduates crossed the stage to receive their diplomas. The day was made even ...

Graduation celebrations continue Sunday with 16 Graduation celebrations continue Sunday with 16

The Charlo High School graduating senior class of 2021 were encouraged to “be gritty” and “call your mom” during Sunday’s commencement ceremonies held in the high school’s gymnasium.  Guest speaker Jared Miller, a former Charlo Elementary school teacher, defined th...

Lake County road work project needs public vote Lake County road work project needs public vote

With 1,200 miles of gravel and paved roads, Lake County has more roads to maintain than either of its neighboring counties – Missoula to the south and Flathead to the north – at a fraction of the budget.  To help the county road department keep pace with maintenance needs, on May 13 the c...

Zoning change gets initial green light, despite public opposition Zoning change gets initial green light, despite public opposition

With a 2-1 vote, the Lake County Commissioners gave a preliminary green light on May 18 to a controversial zoning amendment that would affect more than 4,000 acres within the Upper West Shore zoning district on Flathead Lake. In doing so, the commissioners voted against the recommendation made by the Lake Co...

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