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SOCKtober needs socks

POLSON — This is the fifth year for Socktober, and we are looking forward to adding more socks to our four-year total of 26,990 pairs of socks in our Montana, Idaho and Wyoming offices. Socks for Lake County will go to Casa and The Bunkhouse of Ronan.


Polson High dance team needs funds Polson High dance team needs funds

News from Jeff Platt POLSON — A handful of girls at Polson High School have started a brand-new dance club to promote school spirit and support student-athletes through halftime performances. The girls are full of Pirates pride and want to share that with the entire school and community at-large. ...


October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

News from DPHHS MONTANA — The Department of Public Health and Human Services reports that breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among Montana women, accounting for 31% of new cancers. Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control, and these cells can al...


Zero to Five enters second year

News from Zero to Five Flathead Reservation - Lake County Coalition FLATHEAD RESERVATION — Promoting a safe, healthy, and thriving community is key to the work being carried out by the 0-5 Flathead Reservation-Lake County Coalition.  Established in 2021, the group is an extension of the Yo...


Governor, DPHHS honors Montana centenarians Governor, DPHHS honors Montana centenarians

News from DPHHS BUTTE — Montana Centenarians were honored in Butte at the Copper King Hotel and Convention Center during a special luncheon on Oct. 4. The luncheon was part of the 53rd annual Governor’s Conference on Aging with the theme “Rock Your Age: Communities of Strength.&rdqu...


Governor plans to cut biz taxes

News from the office of Governor Gianforte   KALISPELL — On Oct. 5, Governor Greg Gianforte announced his plans to cut taxes for Montana’s small businesses, farmers, and ranchers. The governor unveiled his plan to reform the business equipment tax in the 2023 Legislative Session, buildin...


St. Ignatius seniors for Oct. 12, 2022

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Senior Citizen Center is busy with many fall activities.  The Fall Bake Sale and Yard Sale will be this weekend. We have many tasty items for the Bake Sale and numerous fall/winter items in the Yard Sale. Activities: Bake sale - Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come ...


Ronan seniors for Oct. 12, 2022

RONAN — Moving into fall, we hope all are enjoying the cooler days and the beautiful fall colors. The Mission Valley Senior Center has a number of things planned for fall. Starting in October bingo will be played every Wednesday starting at 1 p.m. Come for lunch and stay for the fun. Also on Saturda...


Polson seniors for Oct. 12, 2022

POLSON — I shop early for Christmas. We will have See’s Candy by the box for sale again starting at the end of October. It’s never too early to get a head start by treating myself to one candy a day for the next 60 or so days. I’m ordering three boxes for me. My wife will have to wait...


More pheasants released prior to opener Oct. 8 More pheasants released prior to opener Oct. 8

News from MT Fish, Wildlife and Parks HELENA — Pheasant season opens this Saturday, Oct. 8. To increase hunters’ opportunity for success, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will release pheasants at four wildlife management areas (WMA). The birds will be released in the days prior to Oct....


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