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Sweet Pride in July event brings community together Sweet Pride in July event brings community together

RONAN — Ronan held its ninth Sweet Pride in July celebration on Saturday, gathering in Ronan City Park to enjoy music, food, and community activities.  With a Top Chef-style charcuterie board competition, a pavilion full of games, music, and plenty of free food, the family friendly event hosted by SAFE Harbor, SKC Spirit of Many Colors, Mission Mountain Empowerment, Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, and Journey to Wellness, drew in plenty of people to enjoy the day.  Sweet Pride in July got its start nearly a decade ago because part of SAFE Harbor’s mission is to promote a safe, inclusive, and connected community with healthy, pro-social activities for everyo...


St. Ignatius seniors for July 19, 2023

ST. IGNATIUS — Good Old Days celebration was fun, busy and had a good time visiting with old friends and meeting new friends. Saturday, July 15 was the Senior Citizen Center Pancake Breakfast and bingo.      Thanks to all that came and ate breakfast and played bingo. A big thank yo...

Polson seniors for July 19, 2023

POLSON — I volunteered as a driver for a couple of days last week. My greatest reward was when one of my 16 meal delivery clients commented: “This is the greatest part of my day!”  I told her it makes my day too. We parted ways with a smile and a giggle. As I drove away, I felt sad for...

Polson Seniors for July 12, 2023

POLSON — The Polson Senior Center is located at 504 Third Ave. E and and open from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. weekdays. Call 406-883-4735 or email us at: polsonseniorcenter@gmail.com. Submit your email address for updates and additional information from the Polson Senior Center. Thanks for all the fresh me...

Low Flathead Lake levels cause deep concern Low Flathead Lake levels cause deep concern

FLATHEAD LAKE — As lake water levels continue to dip, several political leaders have called for action to remedy the situation from both state and federal levels. According to water data gathered by U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), on Friday morning (July 7), Flathead Lake has a surface water level of...

Ronan construction continues on highway, concludes on Round Butte Road

News from Sloane Stinson on behalf of the Montana Department of Transportation RONAN — This week, paving operations on the northbound lanes of US Highway 93 (US 93) will continue. Concrete crews will also be onsite, installing curb and sidewalk in the area around Dairy Queen and the southbound cou...

Polson police, business owners meets to improve public safety

POLSON — Interim Polson Police Chief George Simpson held a round table discussion on June 30 to discuss strategies for keeping the community safe with those living and working in downtown Polson.  “I’ve been in Polson about nine years now, and every summer we have an uptick in disor...

Almost half of Medicaid recipients reviewed in April lost coverage

MONTANA — Nearly half of Montanans whose Medicaid eligibility was reviewed in April lost coverage, according to new information published Tuesday by the state health department.  In total, 15,471 Montanans assessed in April had their Medicaid coverage discontinued, with the vast majority, just ...

Lake County celebrates Independence Day Lake County celebrates Independence Day

LAKE COUNTY — Communities throughout Lake County got together on July 4 to celebrate the United States’ 247th year of independence.  In Polson, the holiday kicked off with the much-anticipated fireworks show held at dusk near Riverside Park on July 3. Community members made the event poss...

St. Ignatius Seniors for July 12, 2023

ST. IGNATIUS — Hope you had a fun and safe 4th of July.    Remember on Saturday, July 15, the St. Ignatius Senior Citizen Center will hold a pancake breakfast from 7-11 a.m. and play bingo at 2 p.m.  We will have a special “Blackout Prize.” The Good Old Day Parade with be ...

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