A coalition of media outlets is challenging the concealment of communications between lawmakers, lobbyists and stakeholders that happen when bills are being written.

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 outl...

Polson Lady Pirate Skyla Nielsen wrestles a Ronan Maiden opponent at the Western Montana Duals in Ronan on Jan. 3. The Lady Pirates wrestling team finished first with 94 points. The Ronan Maidens came in third with 85 points.

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Jan. 3-4 Western MT Duals Wrestling, Ronan

Legislative Notes

An effort to honor a young man from Libby who heroically died on the battlefield in Vietnam prompted the creation of one of the first bills coming before the 69th Legislative Session in Helena. SB59 is poised to unit...

Lawrence pleads not guilty to homicide

POLSON — James Phillip Lawrence of Polson pleaded not guilty to felony charges of deliberate homicide and tampering with or fabricating physical evidence in the death of Edwin “Ed” Loder of Ronan. Lawrence was arraigned in Lake County District Court on Wednesday, Sept. 18. ...

14C District Tournament

Annie Garbagnati remains productive while social distancing.

Wild photo for April 22, 2020

Bird watching: Come rain, sun or snow, birds are getting ready for their busy season.

Wild photos for April 15, 2020

Wild photos for March 18, 2020

Finley Point Grill head chef Pedro Vera and owner Dirk De Coninck encourage community members to participate in their annual Christmas Community Toy Drive.

Holiday toy drive underway at local restaurants

POLSON — The third annual Christmas Community Toy Drive, sponsored by the Finley Point Grill, East Shore Smokehouse and the Lounge, is now underway. Community members can drop off new, unwrapped toys at any of ...

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Polson Schools Superintendent shares plans for remote learning, grab & go meals

March 16, 2020 Dear Polson School District Families, We certainly understand that we all are in uncharted waters with much uncertainty. Our best-developed plans today most likely will change in hours as the Nation, Montana, and Polson School District adjusts to meet the needs of our students, sta...