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St. Ignatius seniors for Jan. 15, 2025

ST. IGNATIUS  -   We finally got some snow … and it stayed!  Upcoming Events: Craft Day – Introduction to Cut Stained Glass - Jan. 16 at 1 p.m. This is an introduction class to cutting glass and soldering. A free will offering is requested to participate. Call the St. Ignatius Senior Center at 406-745-4462 and leave your name if you are interested. There will also be a sign-up sheet at the center.   Movie night takes place on Jan. 30 at 2 p.m. We will announce the movie at later date. A free will offering will be taken and we will have popcorn, hot chocolate, and coffee. Menu: -  Friday, Jan. 17: scalloped potatoes w/ham, peas, pears, rolls/...


Polson seniors for Jan. 15, 2025

POLSON - Monday, Jan. 20th is Martin Luther King Day! We will be open as usual. Banks, government offices, and some other businesses will be closed for this federal holiday. AARP’s Tax Preparation Assistance mandatory pre-registration begins now. You must make a reservation by calling or visiting th...


Many Hands in the community leading with heart

News from Helping Hands of the Mission Valley POLSON - We at Helping Hands would like to take this opportunity to thank all those special volunteers and donors for their generosity in 2024. The time, effort & selfless giving from our donors and partners have allowed us to provide services to over 75...


In court, media outlets argue for access to legislative records In court, media outlets argue for access to legislative records

MONTANA — Concealing the back-channel communications between lawmakers, lobbyists and stakeholders when drafting bills amounts to the Legislature violating the state’s Constitution, a coalition of media outlets including Montana Free Press argued in court Friday.  Appearing before Distric...


Briefs for Jan. 8, 2025

Applications, nominations for 20th Judicial District judgeship sought News from the Office of the Governor HELENA  – Governor Greg Gianforte is now accepting applications and nominations to fill a district court vacancy in the Twentieth Judicial District. The chief justice of the Mont...


St. Luke welcomes first baby of 2025 St. Luke welcomes first baby of 2025

News from St. Luke Community Healthcare RONAN — St. Luke Community Healthcare is thrilled to announce the arrival of the first baby of the New Year at the New Beginnings Birth Center. Jordan Clovis Simpson, a healthy baby boy, was born on January 1st at 4:10 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. 5 oz. and measuri...


New children’s programming underway at library

News from the North Lake County Public Library POLSON — Join our Youth Services Librarian, Julie, for our new line-up of programs. Thursdays, at 10 a.m. will be our new “Toddler Time.” This brand new program will be for 2-3 year-olds. This program is all about movement, where we will r...


UM Museum hosts faculty gallery talks UM Museum hosts faculty gallery talks

From UM News Service MISSOULA — The Montana Museum of Art and Culture will host a series of faculty gallery talks January through March at the University of Montana. Titled “Reflections,” the series will focus on conversations with members of the UM faculty reflecting on aspects of ...


Arlee resident crowned Mrs. Grand International Arlee resident crowned Mrs. Grand International

ARLEE – In a remarkable achievement that transcends age and celebrates empowerment, Estela Fullerton, a resident of Arlee, Montana, has been crowned Mrs. Grand International 2024 at the prestigious competition held in Myanmar from Nov. 23-28, 2024. From her humble beginnings as a rancher’s wife o...


Lone Pine State Park hosts winter activities

KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting several outdoor education programs at Lone Pine State Park in January. Welcome In The New Year With A Forest Bathing Walk Date: Saturday, Jan. 11, 10-11:30 a.m. Meeting Place: Lone Pine Visitor Center Begin the new year with the re...


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