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St. Ignatius seniors for Oct. 19, 2022

ST. IGNATIUS — Fall colors are painting our landscape, Enjoy the cool weather and beauty that surrounds us. Menu: Wednesday, Oct. 19: dinner at 5:30 - barbecue pork, potato salad, orange dream salad, rolls, strawberry crisp Friday Oct. 21: lunch at noon - fish, veggies, rice fruit, lemon bars Tuesday Oct. 25: lunch at noon - spaghetti, corn, green salad, Halloween cupcakes Friday Oct. 27:lunch at noon - pizza, green salad, Jell-O with fruit, no bake cookies Our fall yard sale was on Oct. 7 and 8. Thank you to all that donated items for the yard sale, those that provided baked goods as well as all that came and made purchases. We had a good turnout. On Oct. 27 Havi...


Democrats, Republicans debate at political forum Democrats, Republicans debate at political forum

POLSON — On Oct. 3, all Democrat and Republican candidates from HD 12, HD 15, HD 93 and SD 8 were invited to participate in a political forum hosted by the Montecahto Club. Of the nine total candidates, five were able to attend the forum, with Jill Read presenting  prepared answers for Linda Rekst...

Polson commissioners discuss road improvement options Polson commissioners discuss road improvement options

POLSON — On Oct. 3, the Polson City Council discussed the potential use of TIF or Gas Tax funding to improve and repair roads throughout the town. City Finance Officer Kim Sassaman presented to the council a potential application for the Gas Tax Distribution Program by the state, which required a re...

Lake County Justice of Peace candidates speak on qualifications

LAKE COUNTY — After eight years on the bench, Justice of the Peace Randy Owens has decided to leave the position at the end of his term. This leaves locals Michael Larson and Rick Schoening as the two candidates for the nonpartisan position. Each answered questions to help voters better understand thei...

New small dog park on its way to Polson New small dog park on its way to Polson

POLSON — The City of Polson is in the process of gathering materials to erect a park exclusively for small dogs, 20 pounds or less.  The whole project got its start thanks to local Wanda Heintz, who has three small dogs under ten pounds and has struggled to find appropriate places to take them ...

St. Ignatius seniors for Oct. 12, 2022

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Senior Citizen Center is busy with many fall activities.  The Fall Bake Sale and Yard Sale will be this weekend. We have many tasty items for the Bake Sale and numerous fall/winter items in the Yard Sale. Activities: Bake sale - Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come ...

Ronan seniors for Oct. 12, 2022

RONAN — Moving into fall, we hope all are enjoying the cooler days and the beautiful fall colors. The Mission Valley Senior Center has a number of things planned for fall. Starting in October bingo will be played every Wednesday starting at 1 p.m. Come for lunch and stay for the fun. Also on Saturda...

Polson seniors for Oct. 12, 2022

POLSON — I shop early for Christmas. We will have See’s Candy by the box for sale again starting at the end of October. It’s never too early to get a head start by treating myself to one candy a day for the next 60 or so days. I’m ordering three boxes for me. My wife will have to wait...

Montana made film offers special screening at Showboat Montana made film offers special screening at Showboat

POLSON — A Montana-made film, The Year of the Dog, is offering Montanans a special sneak preview of the film at local theaters, including Polson’s own Showboat Cinema, throughout the state before it becomes commercially available.  “We’re always looking for independent films t...

Woods arrested for assault with a weapon Woods arrested for assault with a weapon

POLSON — At approximately 10:45 a.m. on Sept. 28, officers executed a search warrant that led to the arrest of a Polson man.  According to testimony provided in court, Christopher Woods, 26, allegedly shot his mother-in-law multiple times with a BB gun with the encouragement of his wife earlier...

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