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St. Ignatius seniors Jan. 31, 2023

ST. IGNATIUS —There will be an increase in the cost of the meals by $1 in February due to the increased cost of food supplies, power, heat, and more.    If you would like a take-out meal, call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays and by 2 p.m. on Wednesdays. Mealtimes  are listed below. Menus for the month are available in the entryway of the center. —  Friday, Jan. 26: noon - chili with fry bread, mixed fruit, carrot cake — Tuesday, Jan. 30: noon - chicken casserole, biscuits, broccoli/ cauliflower, dessert — Friday, Feb. 2: noon - stuffed cabbage rolls, cooked carrots, peaches, cinnamon rolls — Tuesday Feb. 6: ...


Clapp earns top firefighter award at annual banquet Clapp earns top firefighter award at annual banquet

News from the Polson Rural Fire District POLSON — Firefighter Grant Clapp was awarded Firefighter of the Year at the recent Polson Rural Fire District firefighter appreciation banquet.  Matt Dougherty was awarded the Fire Chief’s award for his overall contributions to the department ...


Shelly Fyant announces HD 91 candidacy Shelly Fyant announces HD 91 candidacy

ARLEE — Longtime community leader, Shelly Fyant, launches her campaign for House District 91 this week. The district includes urban and rural communities in Lake, Sanders and Missoula counties. Shelly has worked a lifetime supporting important community issues, from voting rights, environmental qual...


Briefs for Jan. 24, 2024

Legislative Listening Tour to stop in Ronan News from the Democratic Montana Legislators RONAN — On Thursday, Jan. 25, at 6 p.m., at the Ronan Mission Valley Senior Center, 528 Main Street W, Senate Democratic Whip Susan Webber (D-Browning), Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Ma...


Governor Gianforte issues executive order to ensure Montanans stay warm

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA — On Friday, Jan. 19, Governor Greg Gianforte issued Executive Order 2-2024 declaring a state of energy emergency to make it easier for carriers to supply much-needed propane, heating oil, and diesel fuel during harsh winter conditions.  &l...


BLM invests $6M for ecosystem restoration

News from U.S. Dept. of the Interior, BLM  MONTANA — The Bureau of Land Management recently announced nearly $6 million for ecosystem restoration projects in seven western states and Florida. The funds are available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a signature feature of the Biden-H...


Livestock reports, payments due March 1

News from the MT Dept. of Revenue MONTANA — Montanans have until March 1 to report the number of each type of livestock they own and to pay the per capita fees set yearly by the Montana Board of Livestock. This is the first year the payment due date has been March 1. The Board of Livestock has ...


Livestock reports, payments due March 1

News from the MT Dept. of Revenue MONTANA — Montanans have until March 1 to report the number of each type of livestock they own and to pay the per capita fees set yearly by the Montana Board of Livestock. This is the first year the payment due date has been March 1. The Board of Livestock has ...


Outfitter, guide permit reauthorizations begin Outfitter, guide permit reauthorizations begin

News from Forest Service Department of Agriculture HELENA — Starting this month, the Forest Service is accepting comments on reauthorization of existing outfitter and guide permits for the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex.  “We are working with a team of specialists from the Helena-Le...


FDA detects chromium in recalled applesauce

News from DPHHS MONTANA — Federal, state, and local health officials continue to urge Montanans to check their homes, childcare facilities, and schools for recalled cinnamon-containing applesauce or apple puree products (listed below) and discard them immediately. Recent FDA product testing sho...


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