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Rodeo returns to Polson Rodeo returns to Polson

POLSON — The 81st Mission Mountain Rodeo is scheduled for this weekend, June 24 and 25, at the Polson Fairgrounds.  With general seating and admissions of $10 for adults, $5 for kids ages five to 12, and no charge for kids under five, the rodeo will kick off this summer with a variety of mens, ladies, juniors, and youth events. Youth events begin at 6 p.m. with the main rodeo starting at 7 p.m. Sanctioned by the Northern Rodeo Association, attendees of the main rodeo will get to see all the classics from bareback riding to steer wrestling. Ladies and juniors events include break-away roping and barrel racing, while the youngest competitors will be busy with mutton busting, ...


Joe Durglo named CSKT Tribal Health Director

News from the CSKT Public Affairs & Communications PABLO — The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) announce Joe Durglo as Tribal Health Department Head.  Prior to being named the Department Head, Durglo was the Director of the CSKT Tribal Health Business Office. He brings a ...


Pollinator week in full swing with chalk walk Pollinator week in full swing with chalk walk

RONAN — The Lake County Conservation District has brought national Pollinator Week to Ronan with trivia, a block party and a competitive chalk walk.  Pollinator Week was initiated by the Pollinator Partnership and according to their website, 14 years ago the U.S. Senate unanimously approved the...


NLCLF announces $2 million renovation

News from the North Lake County Library Foundation  POLSON — The North Lake County Library Foundation is leading “The Next Chapter Campaign” to raise $2 million to renovate the North Lake County Public Library District’s facility. Through simple modifications, the current li...


Dixon School Term 3 Honor Roll

Grade 4 Abraham Boyd, 3.6 Joey Matt, 3.53 Alyra Porter, 3.54   Grade 5 Frederick Elverud, 3.17 Denzel Howard, 3.84 Delilah Liberty, 4.0 Sonny Matt, 3.67 Sheray Rossbach, 3.42   Grade 6 Alyson Bigcrane, 3.61 Lucy Metcalf, 3.61   Grade 7 ...


Bison now included in hunting opportunities

News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks HELENA — Hunters interested in participating in game damage hunt opportunities need to register online for the Hunt Roster through MyFWP. The roster is used by Fish, Wildlife & Parks to quickly respond to landowners who are eligible for game damage assis...


FWP seeks proposals for 2023 hunting license auctions

News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks HELENA — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Licensing Bureau is soliciting proposals from conservation organizations that are interested in conducting a competitive auction or lottery for some 2023 licenses. Licenses available for auction include b...


Dr. Irwin receives Lifetime Achievement Award for 50 years in medicine Dr. Irwin receives Lifetime Achievement Award for 50 years in medicine

News from Providence St. Joseph’s Medical Center POLSON — In 1972, Dr. Steve Irwin graduated from Indiana University Medical School in Indianapolis. Many things have changed in these past fifty years, but one thing that has clearly remained the same is Dr. Irwin’s steadfast love of pra...


Births for June 22,2022 Births for June 22,2022

Royal Henifin POLSON — Royal Harley-Michael Henifin was born June 13, 2022, at the St. Luke Community Healthcare New Beginnings Birth Center. He weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces. Parents are Tyler Henifin and Ashley Eastman of Polson. Paternal grandparents are Dennis and Nikki Alexander of Polson. Mate...


Open mic planned for WMMC

RONAN — An open mic event will take place on Friday, June 24 from 7-9 p.m. at Western Montana Musicians Cooperative, 1 Eisenhower St. SW.    This event is open to all ages and provides a venue to learn about, enjoy and play music outside of the bar and club scene.  Most events are ...


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