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‘Weed Warriors’ to target invasive species

News from Glacier National Park WEST GLACIER — The Crown of the Continent Research Learning Center (CCRLC) and Glacier National Park invite volunteers for a day of hands-on learning during the Annual Noxious Weed Blitz on July 19, 2022. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in West Glacier. Participants will join restoration and integrated pest management biologist Dawn LaFleur to learn about the ecological impacts of noxious weeds and how to identify and remove five targeted invasive plant species. “Bring your muscles, gloves, appropriate footwear, and drinking water,” LaFleur said. The event is free and open to the public. To register, RSVP by July ...


Local students selected to attend National Student Leadership Congress

PABLO — Salish Kootenai College Upward Bound is proud to announce that two of our students were selected to attend the Council for Education’s 33rd annual National Student Leadership Congress. The Leadership Congress took place in June on the campus of Georgetown University Campus over a span of ...


‘Chalk Walk’ contest winners named ‘Chalk Walk’ contest winners named

News from Lake County Conservation District RONAN — Lake County Conservation District celebrated pollinator week with a new event we co-hosted with Ronan Cooperative Brewery called the “Chalk Walk.” This was Ronan’s first ever chalk walk and we were beyond impressed with all of t...


Ronan celebrates pride Ronan celebrates pride

RONAN — On July 9, ‘Sweet Pride in July’ was held in the Ronan City Park, a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community.  Sponsored by Safe Harbor and The Spirit of Many Colors, an LGBTQ+ club at the Salish Kootenai College, this was the eighth year of celebration. A celebration with food, ...


Sign-up opens for Elk Hunting Access agreements

News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks HELENA — Elk hunters interested in signing up for an opportunity to hunt cow elk on private lands enrolled in Elk Hunting Access (EHA) agreements can do so today through Aug 1. The resulting EHA public hunter list will be randomized with hunters contacted se...


Arlee 4th of July Parade winners announced Arlee 4th of July Parade winners announced

News from Arlee ARLEE — ‘United We Stand’ was the theme of the 70th annual Arlee 4th of July Parade. The rain clouds held off and the sun shone brightly on the many parade entrants and happy spectators, which lined the parade route. The grand prize went to Rhonda Kinney and family h...


St. Ignatius seniors for July 13, 2022

ST. IGNATIUS — This coming weekend is Good Ol’ Days here in St. Ignatius. The St. Ignatius Senior Center is excited to host our annual pancake breakfast on Saturday, July 16. We will serve pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, orange juice, coffee and tea. Our breakfast starts at 7 a.m. and runs unt...


Polson seniors for July 13, 2022

POLSON — The Polson Senior Center has many activities to join in: Exercise for Mobility: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Tai Ji (slow movement for balance): begins Aug. 2, Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks  Bridge: Tuesdays and Fridays, sign up for seating&nbs...


Insurance may not cover a hail damaged roof

News from Commissioner of Securities & Insurance MONTANA — When it comes to insuring your home it is important to know there is a significant difference between “Replacement Cost” and “Actual Cash Value” coverage. We’ll get to that shortly. You can’t watc...


Montana Tobacco Quit Line launches new behavioral health program 

News from DPHHS MONTANA —The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has launched a new program to help persons with behavioral health conditions successfully quit tobacco products. “Many individuals with behavioral health conditions want to stop smoking but may face extra ...


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