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Coats for Kids continues until February

News from Valley Banks MISSION VALLEY — The Coats for Kids event will continue until February 2025. Drop off new or clean and gently used coats for kids at any Valley Bank location Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cash and gift donations are also accepted. Funds will be used to purchase c...

Public asked for help in finding missing Ronan woman Public asked for help in finding missing Ronan woman

News from Lake County Sheriff Don Bell LAKE COUNTY — On Oct. 14, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office took a report that 54-year-old Dnette Tenas, of Ronan, had not been heard from by friends or family since Oct. 8. Lake County Sheriff’s Office personnel and Tribal Police officers were abl...

Pumpkins, barrel train rides, baked goods, more offered at Monter’s pumpkin patch Pumpkins, barrel train rides, baked goods, more offered at Monter’s pumpkin patch

­­­ST. IGNATIUS — Mission Valley residents can experience a variety of outdoor, autumn activities at Zachary Monter’s you-pick pumpkin patch. Located near St. Ignatius right off US Hwy. 93 to the west, the Monters offer over 30 varieties of pumpkins to choose from including medium-siz...

Back Road Bikers Back Road Bikers

A 48-mile bike tour was a feast for the senses as 175 cyclists wove their way through area back roads sampling locally sourced foods and learning about area history at stops along the way.  The scenic ride took cyclists over mostly paved, mostly back roads, to a farm, flower and vegetable gardens and...

Polson, Ronan, Pablo Hunters Education class announced

News from CSKT & Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks  MISSION VALLEY —  ­­Students interested in hunter education are required to register online now at: fwp.mt.gov. A parent or guardian must accompany students under 18 to the sign in. Please bring signed forms from online reg...

St. Luke awarded for efforts to improve rural stroke care

News from Whitney Liegakos, St. Luke Public Relations Manager   RONAN — People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than their urban counterparts. They have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality &mda...

Briefs for June 5, 2024

Cancer Support Group meets twice monthly  POLSON — Anyone affected by cancer is invited to a support group that meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month from noon to 1 p.m. in the Chapel at St. Joseph Medical Center. The Cheerful Heart Cancer Support Group is led by Matthew Conn...

Local students earn Montana University System honor scholarships

News from the Montana University System MISSION VALLEY — The Montana University System has awarded the prestigious Montana University System Honor Scholarship to students in the local area (see students below that have provided permission to publish their names). The MUS Honor Scholarship is a ...

Free Masons award scholarships

News from Mission Valley Lodge #78 MISSION VALLEY — Mission Valley Lodge #78 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons in Polson is pleased to announce the award of five $10,000 scholarships to five seniors, one at each of the public high schools in Lake County. The scholarships are administered through the ...

Calling all artists: help ‘Small Art for Big Art’

News from Sandpiper Art Gallery MISSION VALLEY — “Small Art for Big Art” is our innovative fundraising initiative supporting the development of our new Polson community public art outreach. Here’s how it works: visit the Gallery to pick up a special brown bag containing a 5x5 bla...


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