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St. Ignatius seniors for Aug. 13, 2025

ST. IGNATIUS - Everyone enjoying the weather?  We have been getting much needed rain. Do you have any interests, hobbies, talents you would like to share/teach at our center?  Please call us to set up a day/time to schedule.  Phone number – 406-745-4462 Menu -  Friday, Aug. 15: fish, coleslaw, rice pilaf, biscuit, huckleberry pie -  Tuesday, Aug.19: tuna noodle casserole, peas, pears, rolls, choc zucchini cake -  Wednesday, Aug. 20: grilled ham & cheese, zucchini slices, fruit salad, ice cream sundaes -  Friday, Aug. 22: split pea soup, cauliflower, fruit, bread, almond butter cookies If you would like a takeout meal, call 40...


Polson seniors for Aug. 13, 2025

POLSON - The annual membership meeting of the Polson Senior Center, LLC will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 22, at the Polson Senior Community Center. The meeting is open to the public, but only members prior to July 1, 2025, will have voting privileges. The annual report, nomination and election of o...

Animal shelter still full despite successful adoption event Animal shelter still full despite successful adoption event

Jacky Boy and Pierre are two happy dogs. These two best buds get to start their new adventure together side by side in a loving home. They were the first of 14 animals adopted last week during a special adoption event at Mission Valley Animal Shelter funded in part by a $1,000 Kia Pet Adoption Grant from ...

Polson Booster Club unveils ‘The Shirt’ Polson Booster Club unveils ‘The Shirt’

PHS senior Emma Boogerd and PHS teacher Brett Owen created “The Shirt” for the 2025-’26 school year. This is a new idea for the Polson Booster Club as it is the only apparel that we will sell this year. Mr. Owen had students in one of his classes come up with a design that they thought woul...

Youth visitors make big connections at American cultural exchange Youth visitors make big connections at American cultural exchange

From July 16-23, the town of St. Ignatius became a hub of cultural exchange as young adults from across the country spent a week in Montana as part of the American Exchange Project — a program designed to connect students with different communities across the United States. The program’s missi...

Community members show classic cars at Pioneer Days Car Show Community members show classic cars at Pioneer Days Car Show

  As part of Ronan Pioneer Days festivities, a classic car show was held near Glacier Bank on a warm and sunny Saturday, drawing car enthusiasts and curious spectators alike. The event ran from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring more than 10 eye-catching vehicles and over 20 entries up for voting in the &l...

Broncs, bulls, barrels conquered at Pioneer Days rodeo Broncs, bulls, barrels conquered at Pioneer Days rodeo

The second night of the Ronan Pioneer Days Open Rodeo kicked off at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2 under a clear, warm August sky. The evening began with a moment of patriotism as a single horseman rode into the arena carrying the American flag during the national anthem. The crowd stood silent, hats over hearts, as the f...

St. Ignatius seniors for Aug. 6, 2025

ST. IGNATIUS -  According to the CDC, every year, one in four older adults report falling and it is estimated 41,000 elderly die because of a fall. Foot problems are usually associated with falls: Increased foot pain, reduced flexibility in the ankle joint, reduced muscle strength, reduced sensation, bu...

Polson seniors for Aug. 6, 2025

POLSON - We have five drivers delivering up to 14 meals per driver, with routes up to 10 miles. We are doing what we can to deliver meals in a timely fashion, as always. Medical appointments are always our priority for taxi services if 24-hour notice in advance of your appointment is requested. We only have ...

Typical Montana home value up 66% in four years Typical Montana home value up 66% in four years

Montana’s typical home value has increased by two-thirds in four years, according to new valuations published this month by the Montana Department of Revenue. The department estimates that the median residential property in Montana was worth $378,000 as of the beginning of last year. Four years prev...

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