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$6M investment in Rapid Workforce Training announced

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA — Governor Greg Gianforte recently announced a $6 million investment to develop Montana’s workforce and equip hardworking Montanans with in-demand skills.   “As our economy grows, so are opportunities to work in a good-paying job right here in Montana,” Governor Gianforte said. “By making smart, targeted investments in rapid training programs, we can equip hardworking Montanans with the skills they need to thrive in today’s workforce and help Montana employers meet their workforce needs.”  The $6 million grant was awarded to Accelerate Montana, a collaborative partnership led by ...


Births for March 2, 2022 Births for March 2, 2022

Freya Peel POLSON — Freya Ann Peel was born on Jan. 31, 2022, at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center’s Nesting Place, measuring 19 inches long and weighing 6 pounds, 10 ounces. Freya’s parents are Hope and Samuel Peel of Polson. Maternal grandparents are Kurt and Traci Johnson. Patern...


Polson seniors for March 2, 2022

POLSON — The Polson Senior Center serves the senior citizens of the Polson area and beyond.  Our organization is committed to serving citizens in their ‘golden years.’ It sure sounds better than ‘graying’ or ‘sagging’ years. Activities:    We are ha...


Dixon seniors for March 3, 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...


MT Shakespeare in the Parks celebrates 50th season

News from the MSU News Service BOZEMAN — Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, a program of Montana State University, has announced the plays the troupe will perform for its 50th season. The season officially kicked off in February with Montana Shakes! performing “Bottom’s Dream” fo...


Coats for Kids in need of a new operator Coats for Kids in need of a new operator

POLSON — For the last 23 years, Coats for Kids has operated out of the Port Polson Inn. Now, the important community service project needs someone new to take it over.  Started by Port Polson Inn manager Anne Engebretson back in 1999, she and her staff have helped to give away hundreds of coats...


Snowbird Fund doubles grants for missing Indigenous people

News from the Montana Community Foundation HELENA — Marking its one-year anniversary, the Snowbird Fund announced that it is doubling the amount available per grant to help families and friends searching for missing Indigenous people in Montana. Just a year ago in February, the Snowbird Fund wa...


Crow’s Nest Gallery celebrates 50 years before closing doors Crow’s Nest Gallery celebrates 50 years before closing doors

POLSON — Members of the community showed up in waves on Feb. 14 to show some love to the Crow’s Nest Gallery and Framing as they celebrated their 50th anniversary before closing their doors at the end of the month. Opened in 1972 by owner Lou Marchello, the Crow’s Nest has gone through a...


Briefs for Feb. 23, 2022

Scholarships available to PHS students News from the PSEF POLSON — Twenty-six different scholarships for Polson students will become available this spring. These scholarships, 13 for high school seniors and 13 for Polson High School graduates, are provided by Polson Scholarship and Education ...


DPHHS urges Montanans to check for recalled infant formula

News from DPHHS MONTANA — Department of Public Health and Human Services officials announced today a voluntary recall of several specific products for infants and babies has been issued by Abbott, the maker of Similac formulas and other nutritional products, due to a concern over possible contamin...


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