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Celebrate excellence in Polson

News from the Polson Chamber of Commerce POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce is calling on our community to recognize the extraordinary individuals, businesses, and organizations making a difference in Polson. These awards honor those who have generously given their time, energy, and resources to positively impact our community in 2024. Award categories: -  Polson Leadership Award: Recognizes outstanding leadership and dedication to community betterment. -  Citizen of the Year: Honors a visionary and service-driven individual who uplifts Polson through integrity and voluntary efforts. -  Volunteer of the Year: Celebrates a passionate volunteer whose...


Torrin Ellis named to Fall 2024 Dean’s List at Dickinson State University

DICKINSON, NORTH DAKOTA — Torrin Ellis of Ronan, has been named to Dickinson State University’s Dean’s List for the 2024 fall semester. At the end of each regular semester, Dickinson State recognizes those students named to the Dean’s List. Eligible students must be enrolled full-t...


SKC’s Postsecondary Success Program wins recognition

News from Salish Kootenai College PABLO - The U.S. Department of Education (Department) recently announced the winners of the first-ever Postsecondary Success Recognition Program (PSRP). Launched in April 2024 by U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, the program celebrates institutions of higher e...


$121M to help Tribes build climate resilience

News from the Department of the Interior WASHINGTON — The Department of the Interior recently announced a $121 million investment from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to help Tribal communities prepare for the most severe climate-related environmental threats to their homelands...


13th annual FLIC film festival is Feb. 14-16 13th annual FLIC film festival is Feb. 14-16

News from FLIC Now in its 13th year, the Flathead Lake International Cinemafest (FLIC) screens full-length narrative and documentary features, shorts, animation, and student films. FLIC 2025 once again offers a diverse selection of domestic and international films, featuring entries from 18 countries as...


Many Hands in the community leading with heart

News from Helping Hands of the Mission Valley POLSON - We at Helping Hands would like to take this opportunity to thank all those special volunteers and donors for their generosity in 2024. The time, effort & selfless giving from our donors and partners have allowed us to provide services to over 75...


St. Luke welcomes first baby of 2025 St. Luke welcomes first baby of 2025

News from St. Luke Community Healthcare RONAN — St. Luke Community Healthcare is thrilled to announce the arrival of the first baby of the New Year at the New Beginnings Birth Center. Jordan Clovis Simpson, a healthy baby boy, was born on January 1st at 4:10 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. 5 oz. and measuri...


New children’s programming underway at library

News from the North Lake County Public Library POLSON — Join our Youth Services Librarian, Julie, for our new line-up of programs. Thursdays, at 10 a.m. will be our new “Toddler Time.” This brand new program will be for 2-3 year-olds. This program is all about movement, where we will r...


UM Museum hosts faculty gallery talks UM Museum hosts faculty gallery talks

From UM News Service MISSOULA — The Montana Museum of Art and Culture will host a series of faculty gallery talks January through March at the University of Montana. Titled “Reflections,” the series will focus on conversations with members of the UM faculty reflecting on aspects of ...


Arlee resident crowned Mrs. Grand International Arlee resident crowned Mrs. Grand International

ARLEE – In a remarkable achievement that transcends age and celebrates empowerment, Estela Fullerton, a resident of Arlee, Montana, has been crowned Mrs. Grand International 2024 at the prestigious competition held in Myanmar from Nov. 23-28, 2024. From her humble beginnings as a rancher’s wife o...


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