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New hire and retirements

POLSON — James Lapotka has been sworn in as the top prosecutor of Lake County. Former Lake County Attorney Steve Eschenbacher’s last day was June 30. Lapotka was sworn-in as the new Lake County Attorney that afternoon by District Judge Molly Owen.  Also retiring this week was Barbara Mars...

Providence recognized for environmental excellence Providence recognized for environmental excellence

POLSON — Providence medical centers in Polson and Missoula have both received awards this year for environmental excellence from the national organization Practice Greenhealth.  According to their website, Practice Greenhealth is the leading membership and networking organization for sustainabl...

Afterschool conference highlights need Afterschool conference highlights need

POLSON — Educators from around the state gathered in Polson on June 27 and 28 to learn ways to bolster and support their afterschool programs at the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Summer Training conference.  21st CCLC is a program that provides federally funded five-year grants...

Locals named to Rocky Mountain College dean’s list

BILLINGS — Rocky Mountain College is pleased to announce the 2022 spring semester dean’s list which includes students who maintained a 3.60 to 3.99 grade point average (GPA). High honors students who maintained at 4.0 GPA will be noted with an asterisk (*). Local students are: Shyanne Reum* of...

‘Home Games’ kicks off season at Theatre on the Lake ‘Home Games’ kicks off season at Theatre on the Lake

  POLSON — The Port Polson Players kick off their 47th season of summer productions this week at the scenic Theatre on the Lake, adjacent to Boettcher Park in Polson.  Helmed by actors, producers and directors Karen and Neal Lewing – both Governor’s Arts Award recipients &nd...

Polson seniors forJuly 6, 2022

POLSON — Enjoy July. It is one month of Summer …  plus September. August doesn’t count as summer. I just call it the season of fire. Exercise for Mobility: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Tai Ji: begins Aug. 2, Tuesdays and Thursdays,  Bridge:...

Polson data center still in preliminary discussion Polson data center still in preliminary discussion

POLSON — Despite numerous press reports announcing future plans to build a 50-megawatt data center in Polson, it’s clear that the project is in very preliminary stages.   The announcement came June 3 during the Montana “On The Rise” Economic Summit, cohosted by Sen. Steve Dain...

Montana Tobacco Quit Line launches new behavioral health program

News from Lake County Public Health POLSON — In Montana, tobacco use among those with behavioral health conditions remains high compared to the general population. According to the 2020 Montana Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, the smoking prevalence is more than two times higher among a...

Register to be in July 4 parade

News from the Polson Chamber of Commerce POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce is now accepting entries for the 4th of July Parade. Cost for each entry is $20, all proceeds of which directly support our 4th of July Weekend costs. To register for the Parade, stop by our Chamber office anytime bet...

The library is pleased to present Cheryl Heser as Annie Oakley The library is pleased to present Cheryl Heser as Annie Oakley

News from the North Lake County Public Library District POLSON — Annie Oakley is coming to our area to share a fascinating part of American history, including not only the most famous woman sharpshooter but also historic figures who crossed her path, including Buffalo Bill Cody, Chief Sitting Bull...


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