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Stream Work? Start Here First.

For Landowners Outside the Flathead Reservation: Lake County Conservation District  64352 US Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864 Phone: (406) 676-2811 ext. 102 Website: lakecountyconservationdistrict.org Email: lakecountycd@macdnet.org   Common 310 Permit Activities: Building or replacing a bridge or culvert Streambank stabilization Excavating or grading near a stream Cleaning out debris or beaver dams Diverting or altering water flows   For Landowners Within the Flathead Reservation: Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes – 87A ALCO & 64A Permits CSKT Natural Resources Department Phone: (406) 883-2888 Website: cskt.o...


Show watercraft inspectors appreciation this week

News from WMCC HELENA — The Western Montana Conservation Commission (WMCC) today invited Montanans to celebrate the Fifth Annual Watercraft Inspector Appreciation Week from Aug. 4 to 8. Watercraft inspectors protect Montana’s waters by preventing the spread or introduction of aquatic invasiv...


American Heart Association recognizes St. Luke for quality care

News from Whitney Liegakos, St. Luke Community Healthcare RONAN — St. Luke Community Healthcare has been nationally recognized by the American Heart Association for its commitment to delivering high-quality, guideline-directed care for both stroke and heart attack patients, earning five prestigiou...


Community members show classic cars at Pioneer Days Car Show Community members show classic cars at Pioneer Days Car Show

  As part of Ronan Pioneer Days festivities, a classic car show was held near Glacier Bank on a warm and sunny Saturday, drawing car enthusiasts and curious spectators alike. The event ran from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring more than 10 eye-catching vehicles and over 20 entries up for voting in the &l...


Broncs, bulls, barrels conquered at Pioneer Days rodeo Broncs, bulls, barrels conquered at Pioneer Days rodeo

The second night of the Ronan Pioneer Days Open Rodeo kicked off at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2 under a clear, warm August sky. The evening began with a moment of patriotism as a single horseman rode into the arena carrying the American flag during the national anthem. The crowd stood silent, hats over hearts, as the f...


West Nile virus activity confirmed in Montana

News from Montana DPHHS MONTANA — State and local health officials confirmed the first detections of West Nile virus (WNV) in Montana for summer 2025. WNV activity appears to be widespread across the state, and the Department of Public Health and Human Services is urging all Montanans to take incr...


FLBS research professor awarded FLBS research professor awarded

News from the Flathead Lake Biological Station YELLOW BAY — The FLBS Open House is free, family-friendly, and open to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 8. It provides members of the media and local communities excellent opportunities to meet and engage FLBS scientists and educators re...


Join FLBS for annual open house

Biological Station YELLOW BAY — The FLBS Open House is free, family-friendly, and open to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 8. It provides members of the media and local communities excellent opportunities to meet and engage FLBS scientists and educators regarding all aspects of their resear...


St. Ignatius seniors for Aug. 6, 2025

ST. IGNATIUS -  According to the CDC, every year, one in four older adults report falling and it is estimated 41,000 elderly die because of a fall. Foot problems are usually associated with falls: Increased foot pain, reduced flexibility in the ankle joint, reduced muscle strength, reduced sensation, bu...


Polson seniors for Aug. 6, 2025

POLSON - We have five drivers delivering up to 14 meals per driver, with routes up to 10 miles. We are doing what we can to deliver meals in a timely fashion, as always. Medical appointments are always our priority for taxi services if 24-hour notice in advance of your appointment is requested. We only have ...


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