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DPHHS submits P-EBT Plan for 2021-22 school year

News from DPHHS MONTANA — Department of Public Health and Human Services Director Adam Meier announced on May 13 the agency has submitted for federal approval a plan to receive Pandemic Electronic Transfer (P-EBT) benefits for the 2021-22 school year and thus making Summer 2022 P-EBT a reality. “We’re pleased that federal requirements now include flexibilities that will make it practical for DPHHS to effectively offer P-EBT in Montana for the current school year and over the summer,” Meier said. “This program has been a valuable resource for thousands of Montana families in helping to supplement their food budgets, in a time when grocery costs continue ...


Council on Aging searches for new director, volunteers Council on Aging searches for new director, volunteers

RONAN — The Lake County Council on Aging has been serving local senior citizens for decades, and now is reaching out to the community for help finding a new executive director.  A nonprofit started in 1977 as a transportation hub to give senior citizens rides to everything from doctors appoints...


Administration announces $68M+ to conserve, strengthen ecosystems, economies

News from the U.S. Department of the Interior WASHINGTON — The Biden-Harris administration recently announced that 125 ecosystem restoration projects in over 20 states, Tribes and territories will receive nearly $68.4 million in fiscal year 2022 funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infr...


Governor praises education board

News from the office of Governor Gianforte  RONAN — On May 12, Governor Greg Gianforte praised the Montana Board of Public Education (BPE) for streamlining educator licensing in the state. “Montana has long struggled to recruit and retain K-12 educators, and it’s impacted our s...


Births for May 18 2022 Births for May 18 2022

Arcadian Shull RONAN — Arcadian Sterling Shull was born on May 1, 2022 ,at the St. Luke New Beginnings Birth Center. He weighed 5 pounds, 1 ounce. Parents are Charles Schull and Allison Norton of Polson. Paternal grandmother is Lisa Adams of Polson. Arcadian joins siblings, Lyniza and Theseus.&nbs...


No Coward’s Epitaph returns to stage

News from the Port Polson Players POLSON — The Port Polson Players are continuing our 47th season with the encore performance of No Coward’s Epitaph. This musical by Port Polson Players Co-Producer Neal Lewing returns to the stage after its critically acclaimed world premiere. It tells th...


Co-op Brewery hosts more fundraisers Co-op Brewery hosts more fundraisers

RONAN — The Co-op Brewery in Ronan has another appreciation event coming up to help support the local community.  Much like the successful collaboration with the Ronan Volunteer Fire Department last month, on Friday, May 20, the brewery will host a teacher appreciation and fundraising event. Ta...


Mission Valley Ag Days teaches the next generation of food producers Mission Valley Ag Days teaches the next generation of food producers

News and Photos from Lake Farms, Inc. RONAN — Over 350 fourth graders from across the county spent a day at the Senecal Ranch recently for Mission Valley Ag Days. The Northwest Counties Farm Bureau and the Western Montana Stockgrowers both teamed up with the Lake County Conservation District, MSU ...


Polson seniors for May 18, 2022

POLSON — We are seeking applicants for a Director of Nutrition a full-time position starting mid June. Contact the center or look for posting at Job Service for more information. We are also in need of a cafeteria cook for lunch shifts and experience is preferred. Call or visit to pick up application. ...


Dixon seniors for May 18, 2022

DIXON — Dixon Senior Center continues to serve our community and hopes everyone is staying happy and healthy. All are invited to come enjoy dinner. Meals will be served Monday and Thursday evenings at 5 p.m. Meals are $4 per serving and are deliverable to Dixon residents upon request. We are also accep...


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