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Young man’s legacy of connection lives on through organ donation Young man’s legacy of connection lives on through organ donation

News from About LifeCenter Northwest HELENA — Carter Herne, 25, renewed his organ donor registration only a week prior to the tragic motorcycle accident that took his life. His family honored his donation decision, and he left Earth a hero, saving five lives through the donation of his heart, liver, lungs and kidneys.  “Even though we never thought this would happen to us, everyone in our family is proud to be a registered organ donor,” says Sonja. “This huge impact that Carter has on others — and continues to have — is part of his purpose. It’s what he wanted.” Carter is one of the 38 Montana organ donors whose collective gift...


Veto override push on long-debated marijuana money bill falls short Veto override push on long-debated marijuana money bill falls short

A veto override effort on a much-debated marijuana revenue bill that initially passed the Montana Legislature with overwhelming bipartisan support last year has failed, according to poll results released Friday afternoon. The override poll, conducted by a mail ballot by the Montana secretary of state&rsqu...


Polson seniors for April 24, 2024

POLSON — This is National Volunteer Month. If you, or someone you know, has volunteered to serve at the Polson Senior Center as a board member, driver, activities leader, etc., call us with their name, and any information about their service.     Two positions are available with the Nutrit...


St. Ignatius seniors for April 24, 2024

ST. IGNATIUS — Mark your calendar for bingo on May 4 at 2 p.m.     If you want to have fun and lots of laughter, watch for the next Painting Class. We had eight painters on April 19, and we all completed a masterpiece. AARP’s Safe Driving Course will be held on May 21, from 1-5 p....


Ronan seniors for April 24, 2024

RONAN — The Mission Valley Senior Center is located across from St. Luke’s Hospital and open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for lunch and other activities. Our menu: —  April 24: soup, sandwiches, salad, dessert —  April 26: birthday dinner – roast beef, pota...


PHS welcomes Heather Howell as head girls soccer coach PHS welcomes Heather Howell as head girls soccer coach

News from Sean Dellwo, PHS Activities Director POLSON — Polson High School is delighted to announce the appointment of Heather Howell as the new head girls soccer coach. A proud alumna of the Polson Lady Pirates, Heather Howell brings a deep understanding of the game and a passion for mentoring yo...


PHS welcomes Randy Kelley as head boys basketball coach PHS welcomes Randy Kelley as head boys basketball coach

News from Sean Dellwo, PHS Activities Director POLSON — Polson High School proudly announces the appointment of Randy Kelley as the new head boys basketball coach, pending board approval. A seasoned coach with a storied history at Polson, Randy Kelley returns to the sidelines after a two-year hiat...


FWP seeks public comment on proposed conservation easement

News from Montana Fish, Wildllife & Parks KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public input on a potential project that would place nearly 33,000 acres of private timberland in northwest Montana under a conservation easement and protect working lands, public recreation acc...


Join Polson Schools Summer Activity Expo on May 7

POLSON — Polson School District #23 and Families First present “Family Engagement Night and Summer Activity Expo” on Tuesday, May 7. There will be dinner and fun for the whole family. This event is for K-12 students and their families and includes family cultural activities. You can also le...


Montana Wildlife Federation welcomes groundbreaking new rule

News from Frank Szollosi, Executive Director, Montana Wildlife Federation MONTANA — (April 18) marks a historic shift in the management of America’s public lands with the U.S. Department of the Interior’s finalization of the Public Lands Rule, redefining the management of approximately...


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