Valley Journal
Valley Journal

Articles Written By: Karen Greene

School stacks up awards School stacks up awards

ST. IGNATIUS – The Mission School District received an unprecedented number of prestigious awards this summer for academic achievements, behavioral accomplishments, and outstanding data scores. “I’m super proud to be a Bulldog,” Superintendent Jason Sargent said. Every school in...

Fire burns over Ravalli Hill Fire burns over Ravalli Hill

ST. IGNATIUS – Fire burned hot through the brush on Ravalli Hill starting along U.S. Highway 93 on Thursday, June 30, at about 6 p.m. “The cause of the fire is still under investigation,” CSKT Fire Prevention Specialist C.T. Camel said from the scene in a phone interview. Flames grew ...

Water compact needs more negotiation

The CSKT-Montana Water Compact flowed into the Senate Indian Affairs Committee hearing as Senate Bill 3013 on Thursday, June 29, in Washington, D.C. and hit a slight hurdle. The Department of Interior recognized the support for resolving Indian Water Rights claims in Montana but they could not support the...

Volunteers assemble school playground Volunteers assemble school playground

It was one of the largest volunteer projects the town had ever seen. Within six hours, more than 100 volunteers built a playground for the Mission Elementary School students on Saturday. “This will give us more stuff to play on,” said Madisyn Evelo, 10. The play equipment is similar to what...

Ronan Police Department gets new officer Ronan Police Department gets new officer

  RONAN – Police Chief Ken Weaver swore in a new full-time officer during the last city council meeting on Monday, June 20. Corey White was hired to replace Officer Patrick Nobles. Chief Weaver said that White passed a background check and psychological evaluation before being hired. Weaver als...

Parade route soon to be closed to parking

RONAN — The city council meeting on Monday, June 20, was full of discussion about the closure of Main Street, a mill levy proposal, solicitor licensing, and issues with utility hookup fees. The parade route through town will get a bit wider once the council approves an ordinance to close Main Street...

Community shows up to support firefighters Community shows up to support firefighters

ST. IGNATIUS – Kay Kelly looked at silent auction items that were donated by businesses and community members at the 21st annual Fireman’s Picnic on Saturday at the Old Town Field. “I always want to help support volunteer firemen,” she said as she thought about where to place a bid...

118th annual Arlee powwow begins Wednesday 118th annual Arlee powwow begins Wednesday

Arlee Esyapqenyi (Celebration) starts on Wednesday, June 29, with a week full of traditional dance contests, drum groups and honor ceremonies. “The committee works hard all year to let everyone come and enjoy this celebration whether they dance, sit and visit, eat food or buy gifts,” said Will...

‘Not guilty’ says married couple accused of homicide ‘Not guilty’ says married couple accused of homicide

POLSON —  A married couple denies charges associated with killing a man in Arlee and burying him in their trailer shower under articles of clothing and furniture. Stephen Seese is charged with deliberate homicide, a felony, and he pleaded not guilty on Wednesday in Lake County District Court in...

Addiction to meth centers in brain Addiction to meth centers in brain

LAKE COUNTY — It’s not like trying a beer. “Methamphetamine changes brain chemistry,” said Dr. Paul Gochis of St. Luke Community Healthcare. Methamphetamine abuse is a problem, according to health professionals, law enforcement, and county attorneys in Lake County, and in an eff...


Sponsored by: