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Hot Springs man pleads not guilty to pursuit charges Hot Springs man pleads not guilty to pursuit charges

POLSON — A Hot Springs man is accused of leading police on a pursuit in the St. Ignatius area in early October. Daryl Able McDougal, 22, entered a plea of not guilty at District Court in Polson on Oct. 28 to felony criminal endangerment. According to court records, on Oct. 9, St. Ignatius Police Off...

Polson seniors for Nov. 6, 2021

POLSON — The Polson Senior Center is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Individuals and small organized groups are welcome to use the facility. We have a library nook and puzzle table available in the main hall and a semi-private space available by reservation only. Non-member use is available. We ask...

Call early for Polson’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner

POLSON — This year's Thanksgiving dinner will be prepared at the Mission Valley Elk's Lodge at 512 Main Street in Polson. Delivery or curbside pickup will be available by reservation. The number to call for your 2021 Thanksgiving meal order is: 406-471-7076. Please call and make reservations for a meal...

Polson woman jailed, charged for intentionally killing another woman with her vehicle Polson woman jailed, charged for intentionally killing another woman with her vehicle

POLSON — On Oct. 31, just before 6 p.m., Lake County 911 took a report of a vehicle vs. pedestrian crash on Huckleberry Lane, southeast of Polson. Lake County Deputies and Montana Highway Patrol were dispatched to the scene. Their investigation determined that the operator of the vehicle, identified as...

Free vaccines for pets given at local events Free vaccines for pets given at local events

POLSON — The Mission Valley Animal Shelter and Petco teamed up on Saturday to help protect the four-legged furry members of our families by holding a free vaccination event. Hosted at the Polson Skate Park, Mission Valley area pet owners were able to bring their cats and dogs to a portable clinic st...

Two vie for Polson Ward 1 commissioner seat Two vie for Polson Ward 1 commissioner seat

POLSON — Two candidates are seeking to replace Ward 1 commissioner Lou Marchello, who is stepping down after a long tenure in public service, including stints as mayor and now commissioner. The district extends across the river to Rocky Point Rd., east to Fifth Street E., and north to 11th Avenue. ...

Two candidates in running for Polson Ward 2 commission seat Two candidates in running for Polson Ward 2 commission seat

    POLSON — Two candidates are vying to fill a vacant seat in Polson’s Ward 2, an expansive district that includes Mission Bay, and residential neighborhoods bordered by 5th Street E. and the area just north of Hillcrest Drive.  David Coffman Background & Education: Gr...

St. Ignatius man sentenced for misdemeanor DUI

POLSON — A St. Ignatius man was sentenced to six months in jail with all but 40 days suspended for misdemeanor DUI. Stephen John Walters, 35, was initially facing an additional charge of felony criminal endangerment, but that charge was dismissed as part of a plea agreement. According to court re...

Meet the ‘Library apps’ with technology librarian

News from North Lake County Public Library POLSON — Come meet the library’s collection of websites and apps providing e-books, audiobooks, magazines, and more. “Meet the Library Apps” Tuesday, Nov. 9, from 3-4 p.m. in our large meeting room.  Technology librarian Sierra Ross...

Polson seniors for Oct. 27, 2021

POLSON — Check out our Book Nook with books to read here or to go. Organized activities offered by the Senior Center in Polson are open to everyone. A low fee ($0.50) is charged for exercise class for each day you attend. The class uses a video presentation and instructor for the gentle exercises...


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