Graduation 2026, in photos
CHRIS PETERSON | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 3 hours, 51 minutes AGO
Veteran, coach and local businessman Jesse Mann was the keynote speaker.
Music instructor Emily Hackethorn directs the choir.
Cosley Payne is all smiles after getting his diploma.
Will Cincis and Jack Harris hug after graduation ceremonies Saturday.
Parents Coni and Patrick Muzi congratulate daughter Gwen Bjelland after the graduation ceremony Saturday.
Alston Olson receives his diploma. He was the student body president.
Chris Peterson is the editor of the Hungry Horse News. He covers Columbia Falls, the Canyon, Glacier National Park and the Bob Marshall Wilderness. All told, about 4 million acres of the best parts of the planet. He can be reached at [email protected] or 406-892-2151. | June 10, 2026 7:50 AM
Scenes from Columbia Falls graduation ceremonies on June 6, 2026
Veteran, coach and local businessman Jesse Mann was the keynote speaker.
Music instructor Emily Hackethorn directs the choir.
Cosley Payne is all smiles after getting his diploma.
Will Cincis and Jack Harris hug after graduation ceremonies Saturday.
Parents Coni and Patrick Muzi congratulate daughter Gwen Bjelland after the graduation ceremony Saturday.
Alston Olson receives his diploma. He was the student body president.ARTICLES BY CHRIS PETERSON
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