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Wild weather welcomes Polson’s first annual half-marathon Wild weather welcomes Polson’s first annual half-marathon

Battling double-digit wind gusts and unusual January rain, runners came from all around to participate in Polson’s first annual half-marathon. Dubbed “Sorry ‘Bout That,” the 13.1 mile run boasted 51 runners, one biker and even included an enthusiastic escaped mule who joined in on the...

Lady Pirates in dark on road

  KALISPELL – The Lady Pirates are pressing for a first win but struggling to find it. At Kalispell on Tuesday, the Lady Pirates took a 20-64 loss against Kalispell Glacier. Nichole Lake netted seven points for her team and Monika Frame added six to the books. On Friday the Lady Pirates suff...

Pirates looking for ‘W’

  POLSON – The Pirates are fighting young team jitters while searching for a win after winter break. On Tuesday the Pirates faced a tough game at home as they fell to Kalispell Glacier, 42-74. Andrew Weltz led the Pirates with double digits, scoring 23 points. Thursday brought the Pirates to...

People brave icy waters in New Year's Polar Plunge People brave icy waters in New Year's Polar Plunge

Like lemmings barreling off a cliff into the great unknown, dozens of people decided to face the start of another year’s uncertainty together, by charging from the shoreline of Riverside Park, into the icy 39-degree waters of Flathead Lake, in the annual Polar Plunge on Jan. 1.  “It felt ...

Proposed threatened species listing could affect wolverines Proposed threatened species listing could affect wolverines

MISSION MOUNTAINS – In many ways the wolverine is nature’s original mountaineer. The large weasels rarely exceed 35 pounds, but have the capability to ascend entire mountains in a couple hours’ time, crush bone that is frozen solid, strangle polar bears to death, and nestle into homes const...

Providence St. Joseph Medical Administrator to speak at Pachyderm Club

News from the Lake County Pachyderm Club POLSON — James Kiser, CEO of Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, will be the featured speaker at the Friday, Jan. 10 meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club. He will speak on the state of healthcare and St. Joseph’s position in regard to a new clini...

Pirates secure much-needed win, mature on court Pirates secure much-needed win, mature on court

POLSON – The Polson Pirates began the season with some growing pains on the basketball court. With only two seniors on the roster, “young team” is the very definition of the Pirates’ club.  Yet Head Coach Brad Pluff is taking it all in stride as he nurtures his team to victori...

Maidens' hoops overtake Polson

POLSON – The Ronan Maidens led the Lady Pirates in Polson on Saturday from the first quarter and then held on tight to secure the 41-30 win.  Raymi Clairmont top scored for the Maidens, putting up 12 points while Malia Hamel was right behind with 11. The Maidens will play host to Deer Lodge ...

Lady Pirates learning ropes Lady Pirates learning ropes

POLSON – The Lady Pirates are struggling to find themselves on the court, but not without conviction. While still searching for that magic W, first year Head Coach Jay Krantz is positive that things will turn around.  “We have very little varsity experience,” he said. “But we&...

Auditions for ‘Heidi’ to be held

News from Port Polson Players POLSON — The Port Polson Players will hold auditions for their annual kids production on Wednesday, Jan. 15. This year’s show is “Heidi.” There are roles for students K-8th grade. Everyone gets a part and two groups will be cast.  Auditions wil...


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