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Governor still mum on tribal law enforcement in Lake County Governor still mum on tribal law enforcement in Lake County

Officials in Lake County say the clock is ticking for the state to assume felony law enforcement duties on the Flathead Indian Reservation, but so far they’ve heard nothing from Gov. Greg Gianforte.  In November, the Lake County Commission sent a letter to Gianforte informing him that the local sheriff’s office and criminal justice system would no longer handle felony law enforcement on the reservation under what is called Public Law 280. The agreement between the state and tribe is one-of-a-kind in Montana. Under the law, the governor has six months to make a proclamation releasing Lake County of its duties. But more than two months after notifying the governor that it ...


Polson seniors for Feb. 14, 2023

POLSON — Applications are now being accepted for the position of Program Director for Nutrition, wage DOE. Forms are available at the center. Shifts are Monday-Friday; 7 a.m.–3 p.m. …  full-time cook starting mid-April. The Polson Senior Center is providing AARP Tax Assistance thro...

St. Ignatius seniors

ST. IGNATIUS — There will be an increase in the cost of the meals by $1 in February due to the increased cost of food supplies, power, heat, and other supplies.    If you would like a takeout meal, call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday and by 2 p.m. on Wednesday. Times of meal...

Ronan seniors for Feb. 14, 2024

RONAN — The Mission Valley Senior Center is located across from St. Luke’s Hospital. We are open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for lunch and other activities. Our menu: —  Wednesday, Feb. 14: hamburger vegetable or cream of tomato soup, sandwiches, dessert  — &nbs...

‘Biggest baby shower’ supports families, children ‘Biggest baby shower’ supports families, children

PABLO — In support of families and their babies, CSKT Early Childhood Services held their annual Baby Fair at the Salish Kootenai College on Saturday, Feb. 3. CSKT Early Childhood Services Director and event founder Jeanne Christopher said: “ I wanted to start the largest baby shower to help s...

Filmmakers, enthusiasts to converge at 12th annual FLIC film festival Filmmakers, enthusiasts to converge at 12th annual FLIC film festival

News from FLIC Publicity POLSON — Now in its 12th year, the Flathead Lake International Cinemafest (FLIC) offers a diverse selection of domestic and international films, featuring entries from a dozen countries as well as many homegrown Montana films. FLIC 2024 is presented throughout the weekend ...

St. Ignatius seniors for Feb. 7, 2024

ST. IGNATIUS — There will be an increase in the cost of the meals by $1 in February due to the increased cost of food supplies, power, heat, and other supplies.    If you would like a takeout meal, call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday and by 2 p.m. on Wednesday. Times of meal...

Polson seniors for Feb. 7, 2024

POLSON — The Senior Center is providing AARP Tax Assistance through April 15 on Mondays or Thursdays. Call for an appointment time: 10 a.m.-11 a.m.-1 p.m.-2 p.m.-3 p.m. Pick up your packet and forms and fill out prior to your appointment. Activities: —  Wood Carving for beginners. Sign...

Ronan seniors for Feb. 7, 2024

RONAN — The Mission Valley Senior Center is located across from St. Luke’s Hospital. We are open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for lunch and other activities. Our menu: —  Wednesday, Feb. 7: sausage/peppers, salad, dessert —  Friday, Feb. 9: meatloaf, mac & ch...

New Hall of Fame inductees recognized New Hall of Fame inductees recognized

RONAN — On the afternoon of Saturday, Jan. 27, community members gathered at the Ronan Community Center to see the new Hall of Fame Inductees honored as distinguished community members. Some attendees jokingly said they were there for the potato bar and the good cookies served prior to the main even...

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