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News from Montana FWP MONTANA — Deer and elk hunters took to the field Oct. 24 for the general big game season and they’ll all need to keep in mind a few important pieces of information from bears to poaching. Be bear aware Grizzly bear populations are continuing to expand in western Montana, and though we often say that anywhere in the western half of the state is grizzly bear country, not all recreationist, particularly hunters are ready to encounter a grizzly bear. Here are some tips: Carry bear spray, be prepared and know how to use it. Hunt with a partner and let someone else know your plans. Pay attention to fresh bear si...
News from CSKT Mack Days helps the ecological balance of Flathead Lake by thinning the mackinaw (also called lake trout) populations. Anglers help manage the lake by harvesting over abundant lake trout.
News from CSKT FLATHEAD LAKE — Up to $200,000 in cash and prizes, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, will be awarded to participating anglers at the conclusion of the 2020 Fall Mack Days event, which ends Nov. 15. Mack Days are used as a tool by CSKT to reduce the ...
News from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Park MONTANA — In early October, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks was notified of 18 deer from across the state that tested positive for chronic wasting disease. The positive deer all come from areas where CWD was previously known to exist, including hunti...
ST. IGNATIUS — It has been cold outside, and I hope everyone is staying warm. Menu for the week: — Friday, Oct. 30: stir fry with rice, Asian slaw, fruit, rolls, brownies — Tuesday, Nov. 3: chicken tacos with fixings, Mexican salad with beans, fruit, Jell-...
POLSON — We are open with masks and social distancing, but we cannot guarantee your safety from COVID-19. Use your best judgment before participating in activities or meals. We are in dire need of lunch delivery drivers. You do not need to be a senior. One day a week for about one hour is all ...
News from Montana VA MONTANA — Over 6,200 Montana veterans have received flu shots at Montana VA Health Care System sites in the past month. Veterans have received flu shots at walk-in and drive-thru clinics at 14 sites from Plentywood to Billings and Hamilton to Kalispell. “I encou...
News from Montana VA MONTANA — With over 9,100 female veterans in Montana, the Montana VA Health Care System is encouraging veterans to be proactive with breast cancer screenings during October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. “Women have a larger presence in our military than ever ...
POLSON – When kids flew off the first bus parked in front of Polson’s brand new Boys and Girls Club on Monday, they opened doors to “a dream come true,” says executive director Aric Cooksley. “For me personally, the biggest thing is that we, as adults within this commun...
Lake County has posted its highest number of COVID-19 cases since the pandemic began last spring. As of Sunday, the county posted 179 active cases, up 25 from Friday, with two deaths since the pandemic began. The uptick mirrors an increase in coronavirus infections across the state that has many hea...
