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Kilty Edwards achieves spring 2023 Dean’s List

News from University of Dallas IRVING, Texas — Kilty Edwards of Polson was named to the spring 2023 Dean’s List at the University of Dallas for earning a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher. Edwards is a sophomore mathematics major. Undergraduate students at the University of Dallas must complete two years of fundamental coursework in the humanities, sciences, politics, mathematics and fine arts. Students must also complete coursework in Ancient Greek, French, German, Italian, Latin or Spanish. 


Superintendent submits Montana Indian language preservation rules

News from OPI HELENA — Following collaboration with Tribal leaders in Montana, Superintendent Arntzen submitted newly proposed rules on the Montana Indian Language Preservation (MILP) program to the Montana Secretary of State. During the 68th legislative session, HB 287, sponsored by Representativ...


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...


Art festivals come to Polson

POLSON — The Flathead Lake Festival of Art comes to Polson on July 22 and 23 for the first time in two years due to COVID-19. Held in Sacajawea Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, the eighth annual Flathead Lake Festival of Art is put together by the nonprofit, Sandpiper Art Gallery and Gifts, br...


Thunder Road Farm hosts raspberry jam farm party Thunder Road Farm hosts raspberry jam farm party

News from the Arlee CDC ARLEE — Thunder Road Farm in Arlee is hosting a Raspberry Jam Farm Party on Sunday, July 30 from 5:30 - 9 p.m. The event includes picking fresh raspberries to take home, followed by a farm-to-table dinner made with local ingredients and live music by John Floridis and Jen...


Governor secures $1,350 in property tax rebates for Montanans Governor secures $1,350 in property tax rebates for Montanans

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA — Joining Representative Tom Welch, R-Dillon, Governor Greg Gianforte this week celebrated a new law which provides Montana homeowners up to $1,350 in property tax rebates over the next two years. “Property taxes are too high, which is why...


Arlee artist receives award for beadwork Arlee artist receives award for beadwork

News from Eiteljorg Indian Market  INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA — The 31st annual Eiteljorg Museum Indian Market and Festival was celebrated June 24-25, with more than 4,000 guests enjoying performances and shopping for exquisite art from 122 Native artists from 60 cultures across the U.S. and Canad...


Five ways to lower MT residential property taxes

MONTANA — Homeowners across Montana received a nasty shock in the mail last month, coming in the form of state property reappraisal notices that generally indicated the 2023 valuations used to calculate property taxes have spiked over the two-year reappraisal cycle. It’s unlikely those valuati...


Port Polson Players announce new production Port Polson Players announce new production

News from the Port Polson Players POLSON — Hopeless nerd Rick Steadman (Kai McDonald) takes a ride on the wild side as the Port Polson Players continue their 48th season with Larry Shue’s masterpiece, “The Nerd.” But wait – there’s so much more to this riotous upside-...


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...


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