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Democrats wrap up listening tour

News from the MT Democratic Party HELENA — Saying that democracy means listening to people, Montana Democrats recently completed a series of well-publicized, open public meetings in 13 different towns and rural communities across Montana to receive input directly from citizens about how their government can better serve them and help create opportunities for their families and businesses. “Montanans deserve the chance to meet their legislators face-to-face to discuss issues important to them, their families, and their communities,” said Representative Mary Caferro, D-Helena. “We’ll take what we heard—about property taxes, continuing expanded Medic...


Births for July 31, 2024 Births for July 31, 2024

Felix Windrum RONAN — Felix Stephen Windrum was born on July 22, 2024, at the St. Luke New Beginnings Birth Center. He measured 7 pounds, 6 ounces and 20 inches long. Parents are David and Stephanie Windrum of Polson. Paternal grandparents are RoseAnne Detterer of Polson and Frank Windrum of Belfa...


Library hosts ‘Animal Wonders’ Library hosts ‘Animal Wonders’

Jessi Castañeda of Animal Wonders Inc. introduces her animal ambassadors to attendees of a July 25 program at the North Lake County Public Library. Castañeda holds a red-footed tortoise named Titus, left, and allows children to touch a Patagonian cavy, right. According to their website, “...


State-Tribal Relations Committee meetings scheduled

News form MT State Legislature PABLO — The State-Tribal Relations Committee will meet on Aug. 7 in Browning (Blackfeet) and on Aug. 8 in Pablo (Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes).  Zoom will not be available since these meetings will be off-site, but the committee always accepts wr...


Governor announces $50M investment in MT forests, agricultural lands

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA — Governor Greg Gianforte recently announced the State of Montana received a nearly $50 million investment in Montana’s working and natural lands from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Montana is one of just 25 recipients across...


Ronan seniors for July 21, 2024

RONAN — The Mission Valley Senior Center is located across from St. Luke’s Hospital. Any age is welcome to come enjoy our meals. You don’t have to be a senior citizen. We are open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for lunch and other activities. Our menu is: —  Wednesday, Ju...


Polson seniors for Juy 31, 2024

POLSON — Many hands make light work. Give us a hand. Volunteer.  Nominations for officers and board members are now open for our next fiscal year starting Sept. 1. You can look forward to events for dues paying members in August (banana splits?). Dues are only $15. The Polson Senior Center&r...


St. Ignatius seniors for July 31, 2024

ST. IGNATIUS — Thank you to all that came to the pancake breakfast, played bingo, bought 50/50 and bid in our silent auction. Your support of the St. Ignatius Senior Center is greatly appreciated. Thank you to Ninepipes Lodge for hosting the Super Hero Bingo and the donation you gave us. We have ...


St. Ignatius seniors for July 31, 2024

ST. IGNATIUS — Thank you to all that came to the pancake breakfast, played bingo, bought 50/50 and bid in our silent auction. Your support of the St. Ignatius Senior Center is greatly appreciated. Thank you to Ninepipes Lodge for hosting the Super Hero Bingo and the donation you gave us. We have ...


Old fashioned fun heralds 41st annual Good Old Days Old fashioned fun heralds 41st annual Good Old Days

ST. IGNATIUS — The town of St. Ignatius celebrated its 41st annual Good Old Days last weekend with plenty of good old fashioned fun - including foot races, dog races, lawn mower races, a parade, fly-in and more.  Each day, July 19-21, was filled with events. Friday started with the Little Miste...


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