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St. Ignatius for Nov. 8, 2023

ST. IGNATIUS — Now that we are going to get some snow and you need something to keep you busy and in a warm place, come and pick up a book to read or a puzzle to put together. We have many and are willing to share. Thank you to all that came and played bingo on Nov. 11. The St. Ignatius Senior Center will have a “Bake Sale” at the 4-H Bazaar on Dec. 9 at the St. Ignatius High School Gym. The center is collecting coats, scarves, mittens/gloves and socks for elementary and middle school kids.  We are accepting new and slightly used items. Help us keep kids warm during the winter. On Nov. 17, Mary B. from the Area VI Agency on Aging will be at the center to g...


Arlee seniors for Nov. 8, 2023

ARLEE — Turn back your clock: fall back - mountain time goes into effect on Sunday Nov. 5. November, the month of falling snow, which means early shoveling - do that easily and watch your heart and health. Make sure you get your flu shots, new Covid boosters and check with your doctor. Then, maybe N...

Dangers of drug use shared during Red Ribbon Week Dangers of drug use shared during Red Ribbon Week

RONAN — Red Ribbon Week activities were held every day last week in Ronan Schools to bring awareness about the dangers of drug use. “It’s never too early to start talking to kids about the dangers and how to be safe when dealing with drugs,” said Ronan teacher Madison Wassam. Re...

All but seven counties join revolt over ‘95 mill’ school tax All but seven counties join revolt over ‘95 mill’ school tax

News from the office of Senator Tester According to information supplied this week by the Montana Association of Counties, 49 of Montana’s 56 counties have chosen to buck a directive from the administration of Gov. Greg Gianforte by scaling back their collections of a state-level school funding pr...

Arlee CDC celebrates Halloween, harvest, art at community gathering Arlee CDC celebrates Halloween, harvest, art at community gathering

ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Center put on a Halloween event on Friday, Oct. 27, with food, music and art.  CDC Executive Director Marie Hirsch she shared updates about ongoing CDC projects, including the community garden. Garden For Life efforts span from Elmo to Arlee with six g...

St. Ignatius for Nov. 1, 2023

  ST. IGNATIUS — Now that we are going to get some snow and you need something to keep you busy in a warm place, come and pick up a book to read or a puzzle to put together. We have many and are willing to share. Bingo will be played on Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. Come and enjoy and have some fun. T...

Ronan seniors for Nov. 1, 2023

RONAN — The Mission Valley Senior Center is located across from St. Luke’s Hospital. We are open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for lunch and other activities. Our menu is:  Wednesday, Nov. 1: taco bar, salad, dessert Friday, Nov. 3: parmesan chicken, salad, dessert Monday,...

Polson seniors for Nov. 1, 2023

POLSON — We have added another meal delivery route and need more volunteer drivers. One day, or a few days or all week. Routes take 45-60 minutes for 8–14 meals, depending on route. Please!  Baily Insurance is offering information and assistance for Medicare, prescription drug and supplem...

Musicians Co-op marks 4-year anniversary, plans public celebration Musicians Co-op marks 4-year anniversary, plans public celebration

News from WMMC RONAN — To celebrate their 4-year anniversary, the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative (WMMC) is throwing a party and inviting all who’d like to attend. Founded by Dough Ruhman and Keith Rennie in October 2019, a small group of passionate musicians gathered with a vision ...

‘Bring Her Home’ shines light on plight of missing indigenous women ‘Bring Her Home’ shines light on plight of missing indigenous women

POLSON— The award-winning documentary “Bring Her Home” was shown the Showboat movie theater on Oct. 21 to help bring awareness to the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women. Made in Minnesota, the film highlights the challenges indigenous people have getting equal support from law ...

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