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Celebrate Ronan event is June 25

News from YWAM Tribal Waves RONAN - Come celebrate the amazing small town of Ronan on Friday, June 25. This 4th annual family-friendly event requires donations to make it happen: 600 hot dogs & buns, mustard & ketchup, 1000 napkins, ice, water bottles, 1000 paper bags for popcorn, popcorn butter, popcorn seeds, 1000 plastic small drinking cups for sno-cones, sno-cone syrup, hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, 5 free prize giveaways, arts & crafts kids, 2 bouncy houses, outdoor games, porta potties. For more information call 406-249-9802 or go to: ywamtribalwaves.com. Lunch and kids’ activities take place from noon-4 p.m. A pig roast picnic happens from 5-6:30 p.m. ...


Municipal candidate filings named

News from the Lake County  Election Office LAKE COUNTY — The following individuals have filed for positions in the Sept. 9 Municipal Primary Election.  Mayor of St. Ignatius - Daren Incashola Town Judge of St. Ignatius - Mary Leishman City Commissioner of St. Ignatius (At Large...


Multiple needs balanced as projected lake levels lower

News from CSKT, EKI POLSON – At a critical time to capture water in Flathead Lake, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and Energy Keepers Inc. are implementing a solution to balance the multiple needs of the community. EKI will implement a 45 percent reduction in the license required minim...


Salish Kootenai College announces new president

News from Salish Kootenai College PABLO — Salish Kootenai College (SKC) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Michael M. Munson as the institution’s next president, following an extensive national search and approval by the SKC Board of Directors. Dr. Munson will assume the role effect...


Crowds step back in time at 2025 Fort Connah Rendezvous

ST. IGNATIUS — Beneath sunny skies and the sound of cannon fire, the Fort Connah Restoration Society welcomed guests to its annual Rendezvous this past weekend, a lively and educational celebration of Montana’s frontier past. The 2025 Fort Connah Rendezvous delivered a vibrant mix of historica...


Ronan highway, Third Ave. project postponed

News from Sloane Stinson, MDT RONAN -The Montana Department of Transportation  (MDT) and Riverside Contracting Inc. have postponed the start of the project that will enhance the intersection of US Highway 93 (US 93) with Third Ave. and Old US 93. The delay is due to project materials not being d...


Pickleball Club erects bench in honor of beloved member

News from Polson Pickleball Club POLSON — Members of the Polson Pickleball Club put a bench at the O’Malley Park courts on June 8 in memory of a club member who recently died of cancer. Dennis LaBonty was an active pickleball player who shared the love of this sport with all. The bench was b...


Free Summer Feeding Program locations named

News from Helping Hands of  Mission Valley MISSION VALLEY - All Children ages through 18 years of age are welcome. Nutritious no cost breakfast and lunch. Please visit the following locations now through Aug. 8. Ronan/Pablo: In June eat at locations only. In July and August, grab and go meals and m...


Going-to-the-Sun Road projected to open Monday, June 16

News from Glacier National Park WEST GLACIER – The full length of Going-to-the-Sun Road is expected to open to motorized vehicles Monday, June 16, for the 2025 summer season. As a reminder, timed entry vehicle reservations are required to enter Going-to-the-Sun Road from the west side of the pa...


Polson Independence Day events announced

News from Lori Abramson, Polson Chamber Administrator POLSON — There’s no better place to celebrate the 4th of July than Polson, where lake views, community pride, and local traditions come together on one unforgettable weekend. This year’s festivities include a brand-new kids’ e...


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