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Polson seniors for Oct. 19, 2022

POLSON — Register and vote on Nov. 8 and then sit back and wait for the losers to claim a rigged election. If you are tired of campaign ads, just wait. But not for long. They will probably start up again on Nov. 9. Good income for papers, radio and T.V. See’s Candy will be available again starting next week. We ran out last year and a number of people were disappointed. We ordered more candy this year. It is never too early to get a head start on Christmas. We offer this candy at very near our cost. Activities: Bowling: fun league, pay by the day - non- sanctioned, no-tap, Tuesdays, 1 p.m.  weekly  Bridge: Tuesdays and Fridays - open for all - 12:30 p.m. - ...


St. Ignatius seniors for Oct. 19, 2022

ST. IGNATIUS — Fall colors are painting our landscape, Enjoy the cool weather and beauty that surrounds us. Menu: Wednesday, Oct. 19: dinner at 5:30 - barbecue pork, potato salad, orange dream salad, rolls, strawberry crisp Friday Oct. 21: lunch at noon - fish, veggies, rice fruit, lemon bars ...


Democrats, Republicans debate at political forum Democrats, Republicans debate at political forum

POLSON — On Oct. 3, all Democrat and Republican candidates from HD 12, HD 15, HD 93 and SD 8 were invited to participate in a political forum hosted by the Montecahto Club. Of the nine total candidates, five were able to attend the forum, with Jill Read presenting  prepared answers for Linda Rekst...


Polson commissioners discuss road improvement options Polson commissioners discuss road improvement options

POLSON — On Oct. 3, the Polson City Council discussed the potential use of TIF or Gas Tax funding to improve and repair roads throughout the town. City Finance Officer Kim Sassaman presented to the council a potential application for the Gas Tax Distribution Program by the state, which required a re...


Lake County Justice of Peace candidates speak on qualifications

LAKE COUNTY — After eight years on the bench, Justice of the Peace Randy Owens has decided to leave the position at the end of his term. This leaves locals Michael Larson and Rick Schoening as the two candidates for the nonpartisan position. Each answered questions to help voters better understand thei...


Mission Valley Youth Foundation holds Festival of Trees

POLSON — It’s Festival time! Festival of Trees that is. This will be the Festivals 22nd year in Polson. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Dec. 3.  The Festival generates funds for the Mission Valley Youth Foundation. Mission Valley Youth Foundation would like the community to reach out to ...


Program grant deadline is Nov. 15

News from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks HELENA — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds landowners, watershed groups and others that this winter’s deadline to apply for Future Fisheries Improvement Program grants is Nov. 15. The goal of FWP’s Future Fisheries Program is to ...


Tribal sovereignty supported through 477 Program

News from the Dept. of the Interior WASHINGTON — Following robust Tribal feedback, today the Department of the Interior and 11 federal agencies entered into an updated Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on implementing Public Law 102-477 to better support Tribal sovereignty. Public Law 102-477 reduces ...


New small dog park on its way to Polson New small dog park on its way to Polson

POLSON — The City of Polson is in the process of gathering materials to erect a park exclusively for small dogs, 20 pounds or less.  The whole project got its start thanks to local Wanda Heintz, who has three small dogs under ten pounds and has struggled to find appropriate places to take them ...


Support staff appreciation

News and Photos from Polson Scool District POLSON — The school day is a special time for kids. They arrive at school, enter the doors of knowledge, receive morning greetings, and engage in exploration and learning. Yet a lot goes on behind the scenes that further enriches the school experience for...


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