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News from Sara Beksinski, Salvation Army LAKE COUNTY — The Salvation Army in Polson has a proud tradition of bell ringing each Christmas season at RED kettles. The proceeds from kettles benefit Lake County’s people in need throughout the year. Thank you to the many donors for helping The Salvation Army carry out their mission of doing the most good. Each donation to an iconic Salvation Army RED kettle stays local to support Lake County neighbors - $.84 of every donated $1 goes directly to emergency services for Lake County individuals or families. These generous donations provide hope throughout the year. This Christmas, The Salvation Army is happy to host our RED kettle...
News from The Montana Historical Society HELENA — The Montana Historical Society is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the second wave of its History and Civics Travel Grant program. Thanks to generous support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana, the Society has already awar...
News from Carroll College HELENA — Carroll College is proud to announce the appointment of Jennifer Glowienka, Ph.D., as its 20th president, effective July 1, 2026. This historic decision makes her the first woman to hold a fully appointed presidential role in the college’s 116-year history....
News from the Port Polson Players POLSON — The Port Polson Players kick off their 51st season with a regional premiere and out-of-this-world production, of “Closer.” A new play by Teresa Hu, part II of the Route 66 Trilogy is loosely based on the 1951 hit movie, “The Day The Eart...
New mayors have been elected for Polson and Ronan, according to the unofficial results of the nonpartisan municipal general election held Nov. 4. Both have a history of community involvement and serving in municipal government. Laura Dever, a Polson City commissioner, won the race for mayor against Marlow...
POLSON — The intent of the P.E.O. Chapter CA is to help our local community during the holiday season and so chapter members voted to give new clothing to Cherry Valley and Linderman Schools instead of buying gifts for each other. The school nurses gave a list of emergency items to Ramona Mahoney and J...
News from CSKT Communications Director Robert McDonald POLSON -The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are pleased to announce that the CSKT Food Sovereignty Program has been selected as a host site for Community Health Corps Montana, a statewide AmeriCorps service program coordinated by the Montana...
News from CCL Montana A mom concerned about energy costs, a forester, a doctor, and former Miss Montana USA are among the many Montana residents who will share compelling stories and perspectives with members of Congress this month. At least 25 people from the Montana chapters of Citizens’ Clim...
News from Senate Democratic Caucus MONTANA — After a hiatus following the conclusion of the legislative session, we are pleased to announce the return of the Montana Senate Democrats Monthly Newsletter. Every month, we will bring you updates on the hard work Montana’s Democratic senators are...
News from the office of Governor Greg Gianforte HELENA – Governor Greg Gianforte and the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Charlie Brereton recently announced that Montana has officially submitted its application for the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RH...
