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Local named to dean’s list at Crown University

POLSON — Elisabeth Bjorge, daughter of Marvin and Laura Bjorge of Polson, received a letter of congratulations for her academic success and placement on the Dean’s list of Crown University where she is a sophomore studying business administration as her major and entrepreneurship as a minor.

POLSON — Temperatures weren’t the only thing taking a plunge on New Year’s Day. On Saturday afternoon, a few more than 50 spirited chill seekers made an icy plunge into Flathead Lake’s frigid waters, making a big splash into the 2022 New Year during the Polson Polar Plunge. In i...

Submit nominations for Polson Community Awards

News from the Polson Chamber of Commerce POLSON — It’s been another year of challenges, achievements, inspirations, and successes here in Polson, and there are so many of you out there who deserve the utmost recognition for all that you’ve done to make our community a better and bright...

Polson seniors for Jan. 5, 2022

POLSON — The Polson Senior Center, located at 504 Third Ave. E, is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is available from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekdays for $5. Dine-in, take-out, and delivery to shut-ins are also available.  Individuals and small groups are always welcome to lounge, w...

Polson seniors for Dec. 29, 2021

POLSON — This year is the 50th Anniversary of our Polson Senior Center. We are looking forward to a great celebration. If you have stories or pictures to share from previous years, let us know. Our historian and directors are beginning to compile a display for us to share. If you had or have relatives ...

Head Over Heels reopens after pandemic shutdown Head Over Heels reopens after pandemic shutdown

POLSON — A local gymnastics gym, Head Over Heels, has reopened after being shut down due to the pandemic.  What began as a few private classes at the Mission Valley Christian Academy in the summer of 2010 by owners Jessica and Jason Edwards and their four children, grew to a full-fledged busine...

Hilton pleads guilty as part of plea agreement

POLSON — A Great Falls woman admitted to breaking into the Montana State University Flathead Reservation Extension office during a change of plea hearing at District Court in Polson Dec. 15. Crystal Gayle Hilton, 41, was initially charged with two counts of felony burglary. She entered a plea of gui...

Christy-Lacounte sentenced to six years Christy-Lacounte sentenced to six years

POLSON — A St. Ignatius man was committed at District Court in Polson Dec. 15 to the Montana Department of Corrections for a total of six years with none of that time suspended for a string of high-speed pursuits with law enforcement. Shonko Christy-Lacounte, 24, pleaded guilty in District Court in ...

Washburn accepts plea agreement Washburn accepts plea agreement

POLSON — Judge James Manley set a sentencing date of March 30 for a Ronan man convicted on felony charges of assault on a peace officer and criminal mischief. Billy Washburn, 42, entered a no contest plea to the charges at District Court in Polson Dec. 15 by way of mental disease or defect. The plea wa...

Elks host annual Hoop Shoot Elks host annual Hoop Shoot

POLSON — Mission Valley Elks Lodge #1695 held its annual Elks Hoop Shoot on Saturday at the Linderman Gymnasium. “We were very excited by such a strong turnout. We had a total of 45 boys and girls participate in the free throw competition this year,” said event coordinator David Rensvold...


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