Valley Journal
Valley Journal

Articles Written By: Kent Luetzen

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Arlee After finishing last season with their only loss in the state championship football game, the Arlee Warriors are looking for redemption. Head Coach Todd Yocum is hoping the younger players can step up and take on the challenge. “We lost seven of the top eight players from last year,&rdquo...

Pirates, Lady Pirates soccer teams kick off fall season

POLSON — The Polson Pirates are returning nine starters from last season’s conference championship team. With a strong, experienced squad, Head Coach Adam Fansher is hoping to build off of last years’ success. “They have been working hard all summer,” Fansher said. “The...

Local youth learn importance of gardening Local youth learn importance of gardening

PABLO – Learning to garden connects children to their community, the food they eat, and encourages a healthier lifestyle, according to Salish Kootenai College Community Health and Development Coordinator Mike Tryon. SKC earned a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture that led to a co...

Conservationists work to improve pastures Conservationists work to improve pastures

RONAN — Board members for the Lake County Conservation District had the opportunity to spend their Thursday, July 28, afternoon touring an agricultural project being implemented in the Mission Valley by the District in collaboration with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The three main goa...

Building a future for skateboarders Building a future for skateboarders

Skateboarders of all ages gathered for the 20th annual Skate Jam on Saturday, Aug. 20, to show their best tricks and raise money for an expansion of the Seventh Avenue Skatepark with a $222,000 goal. “Having a skatepark is really important in a community,” said Jesse Vargas, Polson Skatepark c...

One last splash for area triathletes One last splash for area triathletes

POLSON – Training in the clear water of a pool as a competitive high school lap swimmer is where 16-year-old Missoula native Matthew Fritz spends most of his time and energy, but during the Fifth Annual Polson Triathlon, he swam 1.5km in the open water. “It was a lot different than a pool and ...

Ronan preps for Friday night lights Ronan preps for Friday night lights

RONAN — The Ronan Chiefs have every reason to be excited about the 2016 football season, despite showing a 2-6 record at the end of last year. “We had a strong summer in the weight room and that has led to some good team unity,” Head Coach Matt Detwiler said. “We have been putting ...

Lady Pirates begin season with solid all-around talent Lady Pirates begin season with solid all-around talent

POLSON – With four returning seniors, the Polson Lady Pirates are hoping for a strong offensive showing in the 2016 volleyball season. Second-year Head Coach Patty Luetzen lost her top defensive line, but preseason practices look promising in this area. “After looking at our physical testing, ...

Pokémon makes a comeback Pokémon makes a comeback

POLSON — Nostalgia has overcome Pokémon fans as Pikachu, Weedle and the squad have taken the streets of cities across the United States and around the world. The new Pokémon GO phone app has revolutionized the gaming industry by creating a new form of exercise that gathers people of all a...

Fair fashion: contestants show off their catwalk creations Fair fashion: contestants show off their catwalk creations

RONAN — Fashion hit the stage at the Lake County Fair with eight contestants showing off their unique style in front of family and friends on Thursday, July 28. While the designers strutted their stuff down the catwalk, judges made final notes about each outfit and eventually picked their top winners: ...


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