Valley Journal
Valley Journal

Articles Written By: Taylor Davison

Burlesque, drag bring self-expression to Mission Valley

POLSON — Last weekend, the Diamonds and Heels Burlesque and Drag Show made waves at the KwaTaqNuk, bringing in world renown performers from all over the country to entertain and spread messages of inclusivity, community, and acceptance. Co-sponsored by SAFE Harbor, Spirit of Many Colors, and Violet ...

Co-op Brewery prepares for September Co-op Brewery prepares for September

RONAN — As the seasons start to change the Ronan Cooperative Brewery is lining up its fall events, including its second anniversary.  On Friday, Sept. 23, the Co-op will close down the street to throw a combination Oktoberfest and anniversary celebration, complete with live music, food trucks, ...

Flathead River Rodeo qualifies national competitors Flathead River Rodeo qualifies national competitors

POLSON — The Flathead River Rodeo lit up Polson Aug. 25-27 with its second largest ever event, 599 entries.  This was the seventh rodeo put together by S&K Gaming LLC, a company created in 2006 by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes to provide general gaming management oversight. No...

A Taylor’d Approach for Aug. 31, 2022

As I helped my 83-year-old grandfather set up his new VR headset recently, I thought about how much technology has changed in the last 30 years alone.  As a ‘90s kid, I was a child of the “Tech Boom,” exposed to constantly and rapidly changing technology at a key time in my developm...

SKC offers 50% reduced tuition, installs new ‘health’ message board SKC offers 50% reduced tuition, installs new ‘health’ message board

PABLO — As the Salish Kootenai College (SKC) opens its doors for another school year, a number of developments have been put in place to enhance student education. This year will see the continuance of the 50% tuition reduction for all students, tribal and non-tribal alike, across all levels from ce...

Day of Hope makes back to school easy Day of Hope makes back to school easy

POLSON — The annual back to school block party and health fair, Day of Hope, returned to Polson last weekend, this time with the addition of an entire semitruck load of goods to give away. A combined effort by numerous organizations and nonprofits throughout the valley, including the New Life Church...

Co-op brewery puts on fundraiser for fellow cooperative Co-op brewery puts on fundraiser for fellow cooperative

RONAN — The Ronan Cooperative Brewery will hold another street closure event on Aug. 26, this time to raise money for the other cooperative in town, the Western Montana Musicians Co-op.  The co-ops have been working together for some time, the musicians filling every Wednesday at the brewery wi...

New equine therapy available in Ronan New equine therapy available in Ronan

RONAN — With an equine rehab facility on the way once a barn is constructed, projected to finish in late 2023, the Infinity Appaloosa Ranch has expanded the offerings for horse care in Ronan.  The ranch, owned by Mistelle and Michael Lewis and managed by business partner Diana Whitworth, opened...

Child support awareness celebrates families Child support awareness celebrates families

RONAN — As part of Child Support Awareness Month, the Tribal Child Support Enforcement Program held a Fun Day event to bring families together and provide support for kids and parents in need. An annual event for current participants to recognize and acknowledge both those paying and receiving child...

‘The Maverick’ to host grand opening Friday ‘The Maverick’ to host grand opening Friday

POLSON — After a successful opening on June 15, The Maverick men’s clothing store on Main Street invites the community to join them for their official grand opening on Friday, Aug. 19.  Owned by Valley Journal proprietors Boone and Summer Goddard, The Maverick went from idea to reality th...


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