briefs for Aug. 6, 2025
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16-year-old dies in single-vehicle crash
News from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office
RONAN — The identity of the person who died in a single vehicle crash on July 26, 2025, in the Hammer Dam area of Canal Road, east of Ronan, is 16-year-old, Keykem Lozeau, of Ronan. The Montana Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. Lozeau was transported to the Montana State Medical Examiner for autopsy and the Lake County Coroner’s Office is investigating the cause and manner of death. The Lake County Sheriff and Coroner’s Office send our condolences to the family of Mr. Lozeau.
Daines lauds wins for Montana veterans, farmers, ranchers in Senate appropriations bills
News from the office ofSenator Daines
U.S. SENATE — U.S. Senator Steve Daines recently released the following statement after the Senate passed appropriations bills funding the Departments of Veterans Affairs and Agriculture:
“Today is a win for Montana’s veterans, farmers and ranchers. We protect the 2nd Amendment rights of our veterans and provide funding for a number of programs that will benefit Montana’s agriculture industry. This is also a step in the right direction for funding the government through a bipartisan and transparent process, which is a win for the American people,” said Daines.
Race to Remember
POLSON - Join community members for a special event to honor the lives of those who have passed away. This is a tribute event to celebrate their lives and keep their spirits alive in our hearts. Bring a banner, poster, or T-shirt with the names of loves ones who have passed away. Arrive at Linderman Gym by 8:40 a.m. to sign a waiver. Run, walk, skip or hop in this free family event. No pets and no bicycles. If you have questions, call 406-212-9463.
Dessert potluck held in Big Arm
BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host a dessert potluck on Friday, Aug. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at our historic Big Arm School. Please bring a dessert to share. Our guest speaker will be Police Chief George Simpson. He will be speaking about his book, “The Odyssey of the Flathead Indian Reservation.” Please join us for an informative evening. For more information email: thebigarmassociation@gmail.com
