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Polson schools host public meetings about grade realignment Polson schools host public meetings about grade realignment

Polson Schools Superintendent Mike Cutler announced during a July 24 public forum that he will recommend to school board trustees a realignment of grades for the 2025-26 school year. Specifically, Cutler will recommend moving fifth grade down from the middle school to Linderman and second grade from Linderman to Cherry Valley. To make room for the addition of second grade to Cherry Valley Elementary (which currently houses K-1 and pre-k classrooms) Cutler will simultaneously recommend a building addition of three new classrooms to the west wing of the current school building. A modular building currently located west of the school would be moved to make room for the new classrooms. The mone...


Legendary lake monster takes up permanent residence in Polson park as sculpture Legendary lake monster takes up permanent residence in Polson park as sculpture

POLSON — A 25-foot bronze sculpture of the Flathead Lake monster serenely gazes toward the Flathead River and the Polson bridge from its new riverfront home in Sacajawea Park. The creature appears to be surfacing as its neck and head, body, side fins and tail are all visible above ground level. The &ld...

Ronan seniors for July 21, 2024

RONAN — The Mission Valley Senior Center is located across from St. Luke’s Hospital. Any age is welcome to come enjoy our meals. You don’t have to be a senior citizen. We are open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for lunch and other activities. Our menu is: —  Wednesday, Ju...

Polson seniors for Juy 31, 2024

POLSON — Many hands make light work. Give us a hand. Volunteer.  Nominations for officers and board members are now open for our next fiscal year starting Sept. 1. You can look forward to events for dues paying members in August (banana splits?). Dues are only $15. The Polson Senior Center&r...

St. Ignatius seniors for July 31, 2024

ST. IGNATIUS — Thank you to all that came to the pancake breakfast, played bingo, bought 50/50 and bid in our silent auction. Your support of the St. Ignatius Senior Center is greatly appreciated. Thank you to Ninepipes Lodge for hosting the Super Hero Bingo and the donation you gave us. We have ...

St. Ignatius seniors for July 31, 2024

ST. IGNATIUS — Thank you to all that came to the pancake breakfast, played bingo, bought 50/50 and bid in our silent auction. Your support of the St. Ignatius Senior Center is greatly appreciated. Thank you to Ninepipes Lodge for hosting the Super Hero Bingo and the donation you gave us. We have ...

Old fashioned fun heralds 41st annual Good Old Days Old fashioned fun heralds 41st annual Good Old Days

ST. IGNATIUS — The town of St. Ignatius celebrated its 41st annual Good Old Days last weekend with plenty of good old fashioned fun - including foot races, dog races, lawn mower races, a parade, fly-in and more.  Each day, July 19-21, was filled with events. Friday started with the Little Miste...

Cherry Festival is this weekend

News from HandMade Montana Explore the rich history of cherries and indulge in a delightful shopping experience featuring a carefully curated selection of talented artists, unique vendors, and freshly baked treats. Relax, cool down under the tent by the food court, and take it all in. Stroll down the st...

Ronan seniors for July 24, 2024

RONAN — The Mission Valley Senior Center is located cross from St. Luke’s Hospital. Any age is welcome to come enjoy our meals; you don’t have to be a senior citizen. We are open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for lunch and other activities. Our menu: —  Wednesday, July 17...

St. Ignatius seniors for July 24, 2024

ST. IGNATIUS — Remember to come to our Pancake Breakfast for Good Old Days on Saturday, July 20, from 7-11 a.m. We will serve pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice, coffee, and tea. There will also be a silent auction and a raffle chance at a 50/50. We play bingo at 2 p.m. Come and enjoy some fun. We have ...

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