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Cherry Valley Elementary focuses on behavioral issues

Faculty at Cherry Valley Elementary are investing extra time in their youngsters now with the goal the kids grow up, applying what they’re learning.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

'A personal connection' Jewish culture celebrated at Polson film festival

While she produces the Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, also known as FLIC, Jessica King also introduced a movie near to her heart.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Mission school bond may have trickle-down effect

Since a bond was passed in the St. Ignatius School District last November, county officials say that some residents have questioned the tax.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

St. Ignatius man graduates from drug court and 'keeps head up'

While court can be a somber or intimidating experience for some, that wasn’t the case last week for Nick Stasso.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Stockmen's Association awards scholarship heifers

Cows “moo-ing” filled the frigid air last Saturday morning as eight area youths stood with eight heifers at the Cody and Libby Sherman ranch just south of Pablo.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

International film festival back in Polson this weekend

This year, the quality of content as well as the filmmakers themselves are contributing to make this year stand out for the Flathead Lake International Cinemafest.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Polson police officer saves child

The day began like most other days for Polson Police Officer Aaron Sutton.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Aquatics director makes splash with changes

A recent series of changes that have started at the Mission Valley Aquatics Center in the Ridgewater subdivision in Polson have been going swimmingly, according to the new executive director.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Traffic counts at Ridgewater discussed at meeting

During the Jan. 7 Polson Commissioners’ meeting, officials shared an update regarding the Ridgewater master plan time extension/developer’s agreement.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New CSKT flags fly in Ronan

Moments after the first bell of the week rang at Ronan High School, a group of students from the Native American Culture Club stood outside in the gloom, wearing smiles.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

For library director, the position is a dream job

For Abbi Dooley, working at a library wasn’t a dream realized until she read a job description.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Brr ... It's cold out there But that doesn't stop Polson Polar Plunge!

St. Ignatius resident Marina Kestner-Pavlock enjoys swimming so much, she’s usually the first in in water and the last one out.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Christopher sworn in for fourth term

While her boys stood watching, Deborah “Kim” Christopher took her fourth oath as she was sworn in as the District 20 Court Judge in Helena on Jan. 2.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Area youth compete in Mission Valley Elks Hoop Shoot

Six area students participated in the Mission Valley Elks Hoop Shoot last Sunday in Polson, leading mostly everyone to advance to the district competition this weekend.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

No injuries during livestock trailer fire

There were no injuries following a trailer fire over the weekend west of the Pablo reservoir.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Assistant Chief Stevens patrols for the last time

Looking back on his career, newly retired Polson Police Assistant Chief John Stevens said the entire experience was memorable.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson resident 'making strides' after summer crash

Gerry Ouellette says he may be a little biased, but he feels that his wife’s story should someday be told by Hollywood.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson-based travel program ILE celebrates first 10 years

The “travel bug” bit Polson resident Taryn Harrison when she first went to Ireland when she was a student at Polson High School.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Update on Linderman gym nearly year after wall fails

For nearly one year, officials from the Polson School District have been discussing weight with an insurance company.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Charlo students hold annual auction

While the schools that were in session on Friday, Dec. 21 were filled with anxious kiddos waiting to start their holiday break, the second-grade classroom at Charlo Elementary was boistrous, but for a different reason.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson's Holiday Raffle gets updated

Bundled in a long white winter coat with stylish boots was Becky Riebe, holding onto a microphone as she sang “O Holy Night” to a crowd of about 50 people.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson High School shop & art students make wooden horses for local youth

Twenty shiny, smiling rocking horses sat patiently as they waited for their new homes, where children will ride them for years to come.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

For one Polson girl, it's a 'blue Christmas'

After an early morning, Charlotte Kinnamon slowly grabbed a piece of pizza, her eyes heavy.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Plea agreement reached for Big Arm man

A plea agreement left a jury trial vacated that was scheduled earlier this week.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Lake County CDC looking for new director

The Lake County Community Development Corporation (LCCDC) is looking for a new executive director.

VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Good Samaritan honored for swift actions at summer crash

Two men have been recognized for their efforts during an August crash on a rural roadway that left one person dead and another with extensive injuries.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

No plans for felon to speak at Ronan Boys & Girls Club

Donnovan Sherwood will not be presenting at the Boys & Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Nash gives update on Polson at chamber meeting

During a State of the City Address at the monthly Polson Chamber of Commerce meeting last week, Polson Police Chief and interim City Manager Wade Nash said that despite some setbacks within the last month, the city will be okay.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Pablo man killed in weekend hit-and-run incident

Officials have released the name of the victim of a fatal hit-and-run that occurred over the weekend.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

The Barn in St. Ignatius gets new roof

The Barn in St. Ignatius is making a comeback in 2019.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Boys & Girls Club celebrates Ronan opening

For the first time in about a year, the former Total Home Store in Ronan was once again filled, but not with furniture.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Stereotypes, rights discussed at screening of movie

Picking a comfy seat at the Johnny Arlee and Vic Charlo Theater on Pablo’s Salish Kootenai College campus last week were 15 people for discussion and a movie stemming from people’s rights.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Polson schools to host program over winter break

Officials with the Polson School District are offering a new program to students during the upcoming holiday break.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Nash stays on as interim city manager

Polson city commissioners unanimously agreed that Polson Police Chief Wade Nash should continue as interim city manager.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Ronan girl, 14, dies in weekend crash

One teen is dead following a weekend crash just south of Pablo, according to Montana Highway Patrol.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

School bus route added in Polson

Focusing on student safety, the Polson school district has added an additional bus route.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bond issue for St. Ignatius Schools allows for updates

Facility improvements and construction will be underway in the next year on the St. Ignatius Schools.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Polson Police welcomes K-9 Jäger

Polson Police recently welcomed a new officer to the force, who already has sniffed out some arrests.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Weekend bazaars kick off holiday season in Lake County

Above the tranquil sounds filling The Hanging Art Gallery & Cafe in Arlee was a happy little voice, belonging to four-year-old Ellie Couture.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Polson's Cameron Milton honored for youth golf programs

When Polson resident Cameron Milton accepted an award last week, it wasn’t just a milestone in his career.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Incumbents Decker and Christopher to remain in office

Voter turnout was what county officials called “excellent” as ballots were being counted into Wednesday morning for the general election Tuesday, Nov. 6.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Arlee School District reviews policy after input about weapon incident

Although a band of snow wreaked havoc just before and during an Arlee school board meeting, it didn’t deter at least 100 people from attending.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Group of schools receive suicide prevention grant

When one door closes, another opens.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Mission store celebrates 15 years

License plates on cars parked at the Mission General Store in St. Ignatius read from as far as Arizona Saturday, as patrons took part in the 15th anniversary celebration of the community staple.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Arlee student removed after taking gun to school

An investigation in the Arlee School District is ongoing after it was discovered a high school student took a gun to school on Wednesday, Oct. 31, according to officials.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Arlee student removed after taking gun to school

An investigation in the Arlee School District is ongoing after it was discovered a high school student took a gun to school on Wednesday, Oct. 31, according to officials.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Rally held in Ronan for Republican candidates

About 200 people lined up outside the Ronan Community Center Saturday for what many said was their first political rally.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

City manager of Polson does not renew contract

The city of Polson is currently operating without a city manager.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Pablo crash leaves one dead, others badly injured

One Montana man is dead following a weekend crash that left others injured.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Murders in Agency, Missoula under investigation

A teenager with ties to Polson is being sought in connection with a double homicide in Missoula earlier this month.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Murders in Agency, Missoula under investigation

Sanders County Sheriff’s Office stays firm on public safety after backlash resulting in a Missoula double homicide to which some have said the sheriff’s office is to blame.

VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Junkin' the Jocko

Inside the Arlee Brown Building was excitement earlier this month as community members showed off the structure during an openhouse.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Patient says research a link to treatment

Kathy Devlin-Collicott knows her body.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Polson updates its strategic plan

Officials with the city of Polson say that the 2016 strategic plan saw some positive outcomes, although not everything in the document has been immediately completed.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Big Sky Lights begins set-up

It may not be Halloween yet, but the holiday season is already on one group’s radar.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Zumba-thon benefits local animal rescue organization

The Elks Lodge in Polson was filled with loud, booming music while 50 people filled the dance floor, dancing on Saturday afternoon.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Outcome for opioid lawsuit unknown

The outcome for a county lawsuit against opioids is unknown, according to counsel.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

New economic position coming to Polson

A collaboration within Lake County will bring a new position to Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Skyline Drive, Caffrey Road speed limits raised

Lake County officials passed a resolution last week that will increase the speed limit on two county roads.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Oncology nurse aims for patient comfort

Making sure her patient was comfortable, Lisa Bertoglio, RN-OCN, fluttered around the room in brightly colored scrubs.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Charlo student handbook discussed at special meeting

During a special Board of Education meeting Monday evening in Charlo, students, parents and community members voiced their opinions and asked questions regarding what was described as “the perfect storm” as more than 20 students were suspended from athletics.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Cancer, positivity, make new relationship strong

On Sept. 30, 2016, Corena “Corey” Brock had no idea what the future held for her when she and her new boyfriend confirmed their relationship status.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Annual bison roundup at refuge

The National Bison Range corral was open to the public last week, providing an opportunity for visitors to see how personnel monitor the beasts.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Lake County takes part in opiate lawsuit

Lake County is joining the fight against opiates.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Over the last seven years, employees at St. Luke Community Healthcare in Ronan have helped Mission Valley women receive screenings they need.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Garlic Festival brings flavor to market

As patrons visited the Mission Falls Farmers Market last week, they were treated to the sounds of local music and a visit from the Garlic Fairy.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Cyclists enjoy scenery and local food

Dozens of bicycle enthusiasts didn’t let the threat of rain and cooler weather get in the way of making a 40-some-mile trek around the greater Ronan area over the weekend.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Golfers raise money for Toys for Tots

On the first day of autumn, Christmas was on one group’s mind.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Walk helps mother and community cope

Yvette Makescoldweather felt that bringing the community together would help her continue to heal nearly two years after the death of her daughter, Ashley Lozeau.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Hands-on learning

As the school year kicked off, so did a unique internship in the valley.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Reflex Protect Training

Teachers at Polson schools will be armed against threats to students in the future, but not with lethal force.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

C-Falls' Gil and Erma Prier 'always in tune'

Wearing color-coordinated clothing, Gil and Erma Prier stood surrounded by instruments hung neatly on walls as they played the Liechtensteiner polka.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Parenting Self Care Day at TER

Parents were provided an opportunity to focus on themselves for a brief while during a “Parenting Self Care Day” at Two Eagle River High School in Pablo.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

'Polson Graffiti' under watchful eye

The city of Polson has announced a program to assist those battling graffiti vandalism.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Farm to Table Feast raises funds for LCCDC

Over the bleats of sheep roaming their pasture, music and chatter carried from a dinner at Glenwood Farms outside Polson last Friday evening.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Food pantry benefits from Back to School Party

Louise Mitchell is challenging the communities of Lake County.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

The masses rush to Dayton for annual fundraiser

The Chief Cliff Volunteer Fire Department held yet another successful fundraiser this year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Uniquely-named gallery offers art, workspace

One local artist celebrated the grand opening of his gallery, which has been operating for about a year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

SKC hosts Active Threat Intervention Symposium

The Salish and Kootenai College campus was busy earlier this month, and not just because students were in and around the buildings.

VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Stubble fire near Polson knocked down very quickly

Firefighters quickly knocked down a stubble fire south of Polson last week that began while a rancher harvested a field.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Boys & Girls Club receives $1 million donation

Construction will remain a constant for The Boys & Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County for the foreseeable future, when it was announced the organization would receive a grant to go toward a new clubhouse.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Mission schools secure new bus company

A new transportation company will oversee bus routes for the St. Ignatius Public School District for the 2018-19 school year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Polson nonprofit receives $1M donation

Construction will remain a constant for The Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County for the foreseeable future, after it was announced the organization received a $1 million grant to go toward a new clubhouse.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Polson nonprofit receives $1M donation

Construction will remain a constant for The Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County for the foreseeable future, after it was announced the organization received a $1 million grant to go toward a new clubhouse.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Polson gets the Blues

The sky was the limit for sound and creativity during the eighth annual Flathead Lake Blues & Music Festival over the weekend.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Deputies patrol water during festival

While law enforcement was stationed in and around the Flathead Lake Blues Festival over the weekend, a group of officers took to the water, further offering their services if needed.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

SKC hosts Active Threat Intervention Symposium

The Salish and Kootenai College campus was busy last week, and not just because students were in and around the buildings.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Best of Bannack plays benefits, impromptu show

A couple of weeks ago, five men in similar plaid shirts and jeans filled the Lake County Courthouse atrium with music.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Biological Station holds open house

A young fox sheepishly walked around a tank filled with tiny aquatic life, watching her parents as they assured her it was okay.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Meeting held for Garden Creek Fire

More than 50 people attended an hour-long community meeting Friday morning, Aug. 10 at the Hot Springs Senior Center to listen to officials share updates on the Garden Creek Fire, located two miles north of Hot Springs.

VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Local doctor brings affordable care to Lake County

A Polson doctor is offering patients an alternative way to gain access to healthcare on a regular basis.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Support shown for Dayton School

Music and food were enjoyed by about 150 people over the weekend at The Idle Spur in Dayton, supporting one local school district.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

One man dead in Kerr Dam crash Road crash

One man is dead following a crash last week just outside of Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Huckleberry Festival celebrates 37 years

Another festival in the county was held over the weekend, with strong attendance and many vendors attending this year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Rotary Chili Cook-off highlights best chefs

The smoke and heat didn’t scare off hundreds of attendees who visited Riverside Park in Polson Saturday for the annual Polson Rotary Chili Cook-off event.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Mission murals receive facelifts

Visitors traveling to the St. Ignatius Mission parish will see the structure under construction while open to the public.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Meeting held for Garden Creek Fire

More than 50 people attended an hour-long community meeting Friday morning, Aug. 10 at the Hot Springs Senior Center to listen to officials share updates on the Garden Creek Fire, located two miles north of Hot Springs.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Fishing Derby fun for youngsters

Dozens of children and their parents, friends and family members made the most of Friday morning and fished in the creek at PARK in Ronan in the Arnie Armstrong Memorial, kicking off Ronan Pioneer Days festivities.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Family cats wake owner during Ronan house fire

There were no injuries to people following a house fire in Ronan last week.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Local artist Eyre creates guitars

As dozens of people passed through vendor tents at Sacajawea Park Sunday for the fourth annual Flathead Lake Festival of Art, one local man perched himself on a stool — playing chords on a handmade guitar.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Tiny tot trots in barrel race

In the Sunday morning sun, a little blonde-haired toddler bravely sat atop a gray horse.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Quilt Guild Show featured in Ronan

The gymnasium at K. William Harvey Elementary in Ronan was filled with quilts last week for an annual show.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Hair today, gone tomorrow

Long hair rested on the shoulders of a Lake County Sheriff’s Office narcotics detective early last Thursday morning.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

History comes alive at Miracle of America Museum

An old green military tank weaved its way around a fairly narrow path, its driver watching out for pedestrians and other vehicles.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

St. Ignatius Fly-In a family affair

Standing with their backs to the blazing sun, a mother and her two children anxiously awaited for their turn to see the Mission Mountains up close late Sunday morning.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Invasion of kids ... and bugs in Polson

Swarms of children filled Elks Lodge 1695 in Polson last week during an annual race, held by the North Lake County Public Library District.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Kids 'shining stars' in Good Old Days pageant

Standing with her “entourage,” 5-year-old Mylee Udall appeared relaxed before she went on stage.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

All About Cherries

A Helena family swept the “Cherry Olympics” held at The Cove in Polson during the 19th annual Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival last week after two children and their father claimed their titles.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

First responders called in to Mission Falls area

First responders are en route to a man who has fallen in the Mission Falls area, according to Lake County Sheriff Don Bell.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

County commissioners intend to adopt growth policy

Lake County Commissioners unanimously passed a resolution for an intent to adopt the growth policy, about a year after discussions on the document started, during a public hearing this week.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

James sentenced to 100 years

In what was a year in the making, Vaughn James was sentenced last week.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

History, family celebrated during annual Arlee Powwow

Summer heat was no match for the crowds at the annual Arlee Pow Wow last week, as dozens of people dressed in their regalia.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ronan police swear in officer White, K-9 Sandor

The Ronan City Council meeting last week, for one officer, was a homecoming.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Polson chamber event funded fireworks

Pops of guns and occassional bursts of laughter could be heard over steady rain last week at Big Sky Sporting Clays.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Local author celebrates release of second book

The center of attention wasn’t the colorful array of flowers at South Shore Greenhouse last week, but rather one person who sat perched on a colorful chair.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Dialysis Center now accepting Medicare

Last week, approximately 50 people attended a ribbon cutting for a Polson organization that has been in use for more than a year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Pause for a Great Cause

Standing in the middle of the road wearing overalls, a smile and his tattoos, a shirtless Rhett Burland greeted the cars as they put change in a boot he held up to their windows.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Justice sought during protest at county courthouse

Friends, neighbors and strangers gathered on the Lake County Courthouse lawn late Monday morning, occassionally offering support with hugs, hand holding and holding their signs for others to read.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Manager of Polson pantry steps down

Chatter and laughter filled Polson Loaves & Fish as volunteers and friends celebrated a bittersweet milestone Wednesday, June 27.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Food & fun at Crab Fest

As they enjoyed the sounds of classic rock and chatter from nearby people, the Ross family sat under a tree at Bockman Park in Ronan where they ate a collect five pounds of crab legs last Friday evening.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Longtime Ronan business closing doors

In August, a local business will be closing its doors after six decades of serving avid outdoorsmen.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Local carpenter Jackson crafts cabinetry for a living

Carpenter Bob Jackson has worked with sharp tools most of this life, but his hands show otherwise.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Turning lanes on Jette Hill part of Sunny Slope project

The Montana Department of Transportation is anticipating construction on U.S. Highway 93 to be completed in the next month.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Turning lanes on Jette Hill part of Sunny Slope project

The Montana Department of Transportation is anticipating construction on U.S. Highway 93 to be completed in the next month.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Police investigating series of burglaries in Ronan

The Ronan Police Department is investigating a series of breakins reported to local authorities.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Polson Police K-9 Brody retiring this year

The community listened to the Polson Police Department when it was announced late last year that the K-9, Brody, is close to retirement.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Good company, food at cookout

The aroma of barbecue accompanied laughter and music at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Ronan last week during the Ronan Cowboy Cookout.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Old Glory honored with ceremony in Polson

Old Glory was honored in Polson last week for Flag Day with a two-part ceremony.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Turning lanes on Jette Hill part of Sunny Slope project

The Montana Department of Transportation is anticipating construction on U.S. Highway 93 to be completed in the next month.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Results on St. Ignatius bus, office received

The office of a bus garage in St. Ignatius will need cleaned following the release of test results last week, after the owner of J.C. Bussing Inc. was arrested on drug charges last month.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Elections counts took longer due to write-ins

While operations were generally smooth during the federal primary election last week, Elections Administrator Katie Harding said that the counting process took longer than anticipated because of voters submitting write-ins.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Pizza and peeling party held in Ronan

It was a pizza and peeling party in Ronan last week in the yard of one local business.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Skatepark unveils new banner

A new banner was erected at the 7th Avenue Skatepark Tuesday morning, marking a milestone in an organization’s journey to expand the park.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ronan student heads to Houston

Ronan freshman Lexie Gauthier will be headed to Houston July 30-Aug. 4, but first, she’s going to hold a summer camp to help pay her way.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Incumbent Bell wins primary over Coffman in sheriff race

Lake County Sheriff Don Bell was reelected in the June 5 primary, winning against challenger David Coffman.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Former Polson resident saves neighbors

It was an otherwise normal early morning last week for former Polson resident Juan Armando Garcia, who now lives in Des Moines, Washington.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Further investigation into buses needed

St. Ignatius schools have been working with law enforcement and a Missoula business to address concerns related to the recent arrest of the president of a company contracted to run buses.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Long-time educator retires in Mission

St. Ignatius Middle School teacher and coach Lloyd Phillips has started a new chapter in his life: retiree.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Teen dies in weekend crash

An investigation into a fatal crash that left one teenager dead is ongoing, according to officials.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Bell wins primary

Lake County Sheriff Don Bell received the most votes in the June 5 primary, winning against challenger David Coffman.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

No headline

During the Great Depression, two Rollins families were involved in a bitter feud.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Local man remembers brother, father on Memorial Day

As they listened to the speaker, Barbara Legoo and Tom Needham stood close to one another at Lake View Cemetery, their memories scanning back to one person, among many on Memorial Day.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Ronan officer back to work following collision

An officer with the Ronan Police Department is back at work after his work vehicle was crashed into twice by an impaired driver last week.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

St. Ignatius business owner charged with dealing meth

A St. Ignatius man who owns the company that provides bus transportation for the St. Ignatius School District has been arrested on a drug charge following an investigation.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

St. Ignatius business owner charged with dealing meth

A St. Ignatius man who owns the company that provides bus transportation for the St. Ignatius School District has been arrested on a drug charge following an investigation.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

St. Ignatius business owner arrested on drug charge

A St. Ignatius man who owns the company that provides bus transportation for the St. Ignatius School District has been arrested on a drug charge following an investigation.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Polson holds annual bike auction

Dozens of people turned out to the Polson City shop last week, in hopes of claiming or buying a new bicycle.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Cherry Blossom Festival offers local art, products

Since 1974, Pat and Gary Bonners have owned property on the lakeshore in Yellow Bay, but as Pat explained, the couple is usually in California this time of the year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

New Ronan K9 defends city

May 1 wasn’t just the start of a new month this year, but also a debut of a new officer in town.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

St. Ignatius ends year celebrating community

Keeping in time with the cadence, the sound of jingles filled the St. Ignatius High School gym last week as dozens of girls and young women danced in regalia.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Charlo graduates honor classmate, father

Standing in the back of a hot gymnasium packed with hundreds of people, Max Krantz watched as one of the high school graduates walked toward him.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Local skatepark receives funding

A local nonprofit is another step closer to its goal of expansion.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Charlo hosts rally ahead of summer games

Booming applause and shrieking laughter filled the Charlo High School gymnasium Monday afternoon as students and faculty gathered for the district’s first Respect Rally.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Dam management keeps Flathead Lake low

As temperatures warm up and rain in the immediate forecast, officials with SKQ Dam are working to keep Flathead Lake at the lowest elevation possible.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Family bonds over bear cam

As she explained some history of her family’s hobby, Stacey Thoft-Plimmer’s cell phone kept buzzing and dinging.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Polson High senior dies during weekend hike

A Polson High School senior died over the weekend following injuries he sustained while hiking at Mud Lake near Polson.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Polson High senior dies during weekend hike

A Polson High School senior died over the weekend following injuries he sustained while hiking at Mud Lake near Polson.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Westland Seed hosts Gianforte

U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte, R-Bozeman, made a stop at a Ronan business last week as part of his Small Business Tour.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Open house displays history

As she listened to local fiber artist Donna Peck explain the process of how wool was spun years ago, Carli Nordberg’s newly purchased beaded earring danced in the breeze.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Local group flies high in the sky

To anyone cruising U.S. Highway 93, your last thought would be that small planes are being flown over an acre of farmland.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Boardwalk Cafe finds new home

The Boardwalk Café has a new home in Pondera County after five decades in Boettcher Park in Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Lions Club donates to Polson Middle School band

Last week, the Polson Middle School band received a check from a local group, making it possible to purchase more instruments.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

St. Ignatius schools receive grant

St. Ignatius District #28 was recently named as one of 15 communities that were selected for the iGraduate Montana Challenge Fund grant, receiving $10,000.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Students apply lessons during STEAM night at Linderman Elementary

Linderman Elementary was filled with excitement during STEAM night, held on Thursday, April 26.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Idaho residents facing charges after Lake County crash

Two Idaho residents are facing charges following a crash in Lake County on Wednesday, April 25.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Torch Run Event lights way for upcoming Special Olympics

Just as the sky was darkening and rain began to spit from the clouds, Forrest Niemeyer was smiling as he stretched against a gray pickup truck.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

South Shore Greenhouse celebrates 40 years

As patrons walked in browsing through rows of plants, Kathy Shore walked with them, asking about their families and what type of plant arrangement they were thinking of this year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Pantry celebrates volunteers

Saturday was a little busy at the Bread Basket in Ronan, as volunteers and a board member were honored for their work.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Hundreds turn out for Cowboy Ball

For the last 28 years, Polson Fairgrounds, Inc., has hosted an event largely supporting itself on its mission through the year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Polson Rural Fire District fundraising facilitates equipment upgrade

Once a year, the Polson Rural Fire District sends out donation letters for their largest fundraiser of the year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Professionals provide insight to Polson students

Students at Polson High School got acquainted with various careers during the first Career Connection Day on Monday, April 23.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

No headline

In a room full of computers with peers their own age, two young women typed away, sometimes giggling at their screens.

HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

St. Ignatius gears up for future with Career Day

Students at St. Ignatius High School started the conversation about their futures last week during the annual spring Career Day, held at the high school.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Sheriff releases annual report

Among multiple points highlighted in the 2017 Lake County Sheriff’s Office annual report, Sheriff Don Bell outlined various points ranging from staffing to the amount of calls reported.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

College hosts ChickTech program

In a room full of computers with peers their own age, two young women typed away, sometimes giggling at their screens.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Polson named to adventurer's list

Polson has been named one the Most Beautiful U.S. Towns: Adventure Edition, by CarRentals.com.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Historical Craft Offered at Museum

Sparks shimmered in the air as Chuck Thuemler pounded a piece of white-hot metal, showing a crowd of about 15 “what not to do.”

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

State saw four-week stretch without fatal injuries

Between Feb. 26 and March 30, there were no fatal crashes in the state of Montana, according to a press release from the Montana Department of Transportation.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Suspect in pursuit shooting back in court

A woman involved in a high speed chase in December was back in court last week to enter a change of plea.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

As tourism picks up, so do boat inspections

Sandwiched between Arlee and St. Ignatius is a watercraft inspection site in Ravalli, on U.S. Highway 93.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Shelter handling large rescue

Nearly two weeks ago, the Mission Valley Animal Shelter received nine dogs that were rescued from the Mission Mountains.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

McDonald's sets up kiosks

The McDonald’s in Polson may look a little different to patrons.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Communities unite for Easter activities

Old Man Winter refused to lessen his grip and give way to spring over the weekend, causing one local event to cancel on a short notice.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ronan resident clowns around town

Just before he took a gulp of fresh air, Travis Bynum commented on how windy it had become.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Body of missing hiker found

A search and rescue effort in St. Ignatius commenced Tuesday when it was confirmed the individual was found deceased.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Elmo man dies in single-vehicle crash on U.S. 93

An Elmo man is dead following a single-vehicle crash north of Polson.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Elmo man dies in single-vehicle crash on U.S. 93

An Elmo man is dead following a single-vehicle crash north of Polson.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Easter show raises funds for Mission murals

Silence accompanied with an electric anticipation filled St. Ignatius Mission parish last week along with hundreds of spectators just moments before musicians began the first notes of their performance.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Relay for Life a community event

The Joe McDonald Health and Fitness Center was filled with children and music last week for the annual Lake County Relay for Life.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

District maintains facilities through permissive tax

St. Ignatius School District Superintendent Jason Sargent said that in retrospect, it would have made more sense to approach bond issues as a partnership and explain the needs, rather than just ask for money.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Woman walks reservation for a cause

Bracing herself with eight others, Marita GrowingThunder pressed on into the biting wind on U.S. Highway 93 in Pablo Monday afternoon, as vehicles occasionally honked their horns.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Middle school in need of instruments

A local school is asking the community for help in hopes of continuing musical education.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Districts give students voice

A handful of students at Lake County schools took part in a protest last week in the wake of the Florida shooting that left 17 victims dead last month.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ronan hosts Ghost Out ahead of Prom

First responders worked against the clock to free victims from wreckage as a cold rain fell in the early afternoon last week while more than 300 teenagers watched.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ronan library reopens

Piles of books were stacked around the children’s section of the Ronan Library Monday as employees worked on organizing the stacks.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Family part of equation for science and math night

K. William Harvey Elementary School in Ronan was filled after hours with excited children last week.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Native hoop dance wins valley talent show

Thunderous applause greeted Robert Parot, Jr. after he performed a dance in front of nearly 530 people last week.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Arlee resident suspect in Missoula shooting

An Arlee resident is currently being held at the Missoula County Jail on a $1 million bond, facing a charge of attempted deliberate homicide.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Striving for safer product standards

A former Charlo resident recently made a trip to Washington, D.C., to talk with legislators about regulations for personal care products.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Unfounded threat cancels school

A threat cancelling class at the Charlo School District was unfounded last week following an investigation.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Arlee Cheers on Warriors

It felt like a holiday in Arlee last week, as the community and school district celebrated the high school boys’ basketball team’s journey to Butte for the Montana High School Association state title, on March 1.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Animal shelter director shares updates for 2018

This year the Mission Valley Animal Shelter has some new ideas that staff members are going to try.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Polson hosts snowshoe invitational

A booming voice over a loudspeaker was heard over cheers of students and families from local schools at the Polson High School field at the end of February.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Boys and Girls Club hosts breakfast

A crowd of 200 people comfortably sat together, laughing and enjoying breakfast at the Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation’s new site on Wednesday, Feb. 28.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Books land principal in a box

It wasn’t a fox in socks inside a box at St. Ignatius Elementary last week, but instead a principal.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Polson officer takes on the Torch Run

Polson Police Officer Oscar Garcia is taking a new responsibility in the department and running with it.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Health fair held at Ronan High for Special Olympics

As he concentrated on his throw, Chance Hoover explained the game of bocce.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Ronan Chamber to host awards

The Ronan Chamber of Commerce is trying something new this year in regards to recognizing outstanding citizens.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Students swarm Ronan for spelling bee

As he sat in concentration for more than an hour, John Paca suddenly smiled when he realized he won a nearly two-hour competition.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

No life-threatening injuries in Pablo crash

There were no life-threatening injuries following a crash in Pablo last week.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Body of missing Polson man recovered

The body of a missing Polson man was found Tuesday afternoon.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Body of missing Polson man recovered

The body of a missing Polson man was found Tuesday afternoon.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Body of missing Polson man recovered

The body of a missing Polson man was found Tuesday afternoon, his mother confirmed.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Rescue teams search near SKQ Dam for missing man

Lake County Search and Rescue teams on Monday were looking for a Polson man who went missing over the weekend near the SKQ Dam in Polson.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Rescue teams search near SKQ Dam for missing man

Lake County Search and Rescue teams on Monday were looking for a Polson man who went missing over the weekend near the SKQ Dam in Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Rescue teams search near SKQ Dam for missing man

Lake County Search and Rescue teams on Monday were looking for a Polson man who went missing over the weekend near the SKQ Dam in Polson.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Firefighters fundraising for cure

Over the course of the next couple of weeks, get ready to see members of a local fire department out and about, raising funds for a worthy cause.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Polson, Ronan police to welcome new K-9s

When the Polson Police Department set a goal to purchase a new K-9 toward the end of last year and reached out to the public, no one anticipated that in a few short months that goal would be reached.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

School broken into over weekend

Officials with the Polson School District are trying to piece together an alleged burglary that took place at Linderman Elementary over the weekend.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Storm not as harsh as predicted

The weekend storm that blew through the county didn’t pack quite the punch that was originally projected.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Permits for non-Tribal members

As spring is just around the corner, non-Tribal members who are Flathead Reservation residents as well as non-residents will be looking to get permits for various outdoor activities.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

County braces for weekend wallop

Lake County road crews are cautioning motorists to stay put this weekend, ahead of a winter storm.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Local Girl Scouts troop busy with activities

Girl Scout Troop 3364 has had a busy few years since its inception.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Annual art auction in Charlo

Laughter, music and chatter filled the Leon Community Center in Charlo Saturday evening.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Officials weigh in on snow daze

Some students were afforded a late start or the coveted snow day last week when a winter storm blew through the area.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Chocolate lovers unite for fundraiser

More than 150 chocolate enthusiasts attended an event celebrating their favorite food, raising money for the Arlee community.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kiwanis holds annual dinner

A low hum of conversations could be heard as the smell of burgers filled the air at the Elks Club in Polson Monday evening.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Club receives grant

The Boys and Girls Club in Ronan will be moving to the former Total Home location following renovations to the building.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Health fair in Polson

Approximately 70 people attended the third annual Health Fair, held Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Red Lion in Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Reporter tackles ice fishing

When people ask me why I moved to Montana from Ohio, I just say that it was a calling.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Non profit helps better community

For the last decade, the non profit Greater Polson Community Foundation has helped other local non profits achieve their goals.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Memo lists reasons for non-renewal of park cafe

The Polson city manager and director of parks and recreation have supplied a memorandum to city commissioners in response to a local eatery that is facing non-renewal.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Influenza reports on the rise

Influenza is packing a punch this season, leading to hospitalizations in Lake County.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Hospital donates money to help community

Polson residents may see a little more assistance between the schools and food pantry in the coming months.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Development Corporation receives grant

A group of citizens in Ronan started the week off with positive news when they were told they have raised one-third of their goal for a community project.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Ronan police department celebrates achievements, full staff

The Ronan Police Department will have a lot of things to celebrate throughout 2018.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Down with the old

Demolition began on Linderman Elementary gymnasium Tuesday, following part of the wall caving in earlier this month.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Results from jail assessment released

Results from an assessment conducted on the Lake County Jail in Polson have been released, reiterating what most officials and citizens already know.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Boettcher Park eatery faces closure

Tiecha Broussard, owner of the five-decades-old Boardwalk Outdoor Café located at Boettcher Park, was informed earlier this month that the business’ lease with the city of Polson won’t be renewed.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Swan Mission Search & Rescue trains on frozen lake

On a damp Sunday morning, overcast skies and rolling fog added to a somber feeling that hung heavily in the air, over Swan Lake and up into the mountains.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

County growth policy closer to completion

The Lake County Planning Board will meet in February to further discuss the second of the draft growth policy and accompanying density map.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Mail diverted due to Big Arm post office fire

The Big Arm post office is closed following a late-night fire in which the Montana State Fire Marshal was called to investigate.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

St. Ignatius neighbors help those in need

When fires ravaged eastern Montana last summer, St. Ignatius resident David Tammen knew he wanted to help ranchers.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New mayor, council member ready for duty in Polson

Polson has a new mayor, who began his leadership role Wednesday, Jan. 3.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

No headline

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office last month began publicly posting a list of people who are wanted for jail, but not incarcerated at the facility that is operating at maximum capacity.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Snowstorm damages wall at Polson elementary school

Officials with Polson School District started the New Year with a surprise when they learned one of their buildings is in need of repair following the recent winter storm.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Snowstorm damages wall at Polson elementary school

Officials with Polson School District started the New Year with a surprise when they learned one of their buildings is in need of repair following the recent winter storm.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Officials working to fix wall of Polson school

Officials are working to pick up the pieces after receiving word over the weekend that part of Linderman Elementary School in Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson police focusing on drug-endangered kids

Polson Police Chief Wade Nash wants one thing for drug dealers in the city: paranoia.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Dreams came true for library director

Marilyn Trosper is welcoming the New Year by beginning a new area of exploration: retirement.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Snowplowing in Polson has many facets

Just hours before last week’s snowstorm, Polson street crews were out, maintaining roadways.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Local company announces agreement with the Navy

A partnership between Adelos, Inc., a Polson-based company, and the United States Navy was announced last week, working together to improve homeland security.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Ronan firefighters help Santa pass out presents

Fire engines made their way around Ronan on Wednesday, Dec. 20, but the firefighters inside weren’t patrolling for fire.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Group aims to double size of Polson skatepark

Younger skaters will soon have a place to go to learn the fundamentals of the craft.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

No headline

Residents in Northwest Montana can expect snow and arctic winds to push out 2017 as a series of systems take their turn pummeling the region.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson woman victim in fatal crash

A Polson woman was killed and two others injured in a head-on wreck Dec. 26 on U.S. 93 near Ravalli.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson woman killed in wreck on U.S. 93

A Polson woman was killed and two others injured in a head-on wreck Dec. 26 on U.S. 93 near Ravalli.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson woman killed in wreck on U.S. 93

A Polson woman was killed and two others injured in a head-on wreck Dec. 26 on U.S. 93 near Ravalli.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Discussion underway for Ronan arch

During a monthly meeting in Ronan, organizers and volunteers of a committee divided up work to be done before next month’s meeting, where they will be one step closer to determining how much it will cost to replace the wooden arch in Ronan.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Discussion underway for Ronan arch

During a monthly meeting in Ronan, organizers and volunteers of a committee divided up work to be done before next month’s meeting, where they will be one step closer to determining how much it will cost to replace the wooden arch in Ronan.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson church gathers merchandise for those in need

Last week, children and adults scampered around Polson, giggling as they collected bags placed at residences the night before.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Tips for safe travel during the holiday season

As Christmas and New Years approach, the American Automobile Association is anticipating heightened road travel.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Hand washing, shots are best defense against illness

To help thwart off illness this season, the best thing anyone can do is wash his or her hands.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Former Polson resident talks Christmas album

Sipping gingerbread lattes while a song by the same name played, four women spent an early December morning reminiscing.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Discussion underway for Ronan arch

During a monthly meeting in Ronan, organizers and volunteers of a committee divided up work to be done before next month’s meeting, where they will be one step closer to determining how much it will cost to replace the wooden arch in Ronan.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Ronan business receives grant, creating jobs

A local business has received a grant, which will allow them to build staff and equipment.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson settles lawsuit over water main

A settlement between Sandry Construction and the city of Polson has been reached, according to city officials.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Police training hits high voltage

Two men were at either side of Oscar Garcia, as his eyes suddenly sealed shut and his body arched backward as he received a jolt of 50,000 volts.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Polson mayor, manager, give update on city

The December Polson Chamber of Commerce meeting marked the first and last State of the City address by Mayor Heather Knutson, who decided not to run for a second term.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Santa Claus is comin' to Ronan

For the last two years, the Ronan Chamber of Commerce has sponsored the Parade of Lights in December.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Town hall reviews visit

Officials from the National Institute of Corrections wrapped up a three-day visit to the Mission Valley last week with a town hall meeting, reviewing what they noted during their stay.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Polson Insurance agent has fun with his local agency

Walking into a little white building with “Harmsen” on the front, posters of the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin are immediately noticed.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Ronan resident to partake in Grizzly study

University of Montana graduate student Kari Eneas is hoping to help raise Grizzly bear awareness within the next couple of years.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Law enforcement shot at during high-speed chase

There were no injuries as a result of a high-speed chase that began late Wednesday morning in Missoula and ended in Lake County Wednesday afternoon, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Local businesses take part in Small Business Saturday

Taking part of Small Business Saturday were local vendors who set up shop at the Ronan Community Center.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Dayton elementary students learn math, culture

On the day before Thanksgiving, a classroom of second graders at Dayton Elementary followed directions as best as they could, anxious for the long weekend.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Hallmark store marks milestone anniversary

This weekend coming weekend will mark a milestone for Polson Hallmark.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Annual pow wow celebrates family, communities

Sitting together about halfway up the bleachers and off to the side were three girls dressed in Salish regalia, taking in the scene they know so well.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

'Mom-and-pop' company grows into something more

Nearly 30 years ago, Linda and Dean Knutson sat with their children, Heather and Cory, at the Rancho Deluxe in Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Local organizations work together for Christmas season

For two decades, a local organization has helped to make sure county children have the best Christmas possible.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Retail associates prepare for Black Friday

While classic rock music played in the background, Bob Stover stood by cases of firearms, deciding how he wanted to hang a strand of colorful lights.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Band students gather for festival

For the seventh year in a row, students from smaller schools in the area were provided an opportunity to perform together for the Mission Valley Band Festival.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Veterans among county's first responders

On a chilly fall evening a week before Veteran’s Day, a small group of men sat at a local restaurant on what could loosely be described as a lunch break.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Ronan's Glacier View School hosts area veterans

Students from Glacier View School in Ronan hosted guests for an annual luncheon, showing their appreciation toward their visitors.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Marines celebrate birthday with annual awards dinner

Veterans and civilians alike attended an annual event in Polson, weaving tradition and recognition together through the evening.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Smoke alarm saves Polson couple displaced by fire

An early morning fire Saturday in Polson left no major injuries and is still under investigation.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Threats that lead to school lockdown unfounded

Following a call to the county’s emergency dispatch last week, law enforcement and school officials worked swiftly to investigate hostage claims that turned out to be “unfounded.”

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Negligent homicide charge recommended in Pablo shooting

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is recommending new charges in connection with a fatal shooting in Pablo in September after an initial charge of deliberate homicide was dismissed without prejudice due to a lack of evidence.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Negligent homicide charge recommended in Pablo shooting

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is recommending new charges in connection with a fatal shooting in Pablo in September after an initial charge of deliberate homicide was dismissed without prejudice due to a lack of evidence.

BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Cjhargerecommended in Pablo shooting

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is recommending new charges in connection with a fatal shooting in Pablo in September after an initial charge of deliberate homicide was dismissed due to a lack of evidence.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Lake County dispatch shares important tips for calling in an emergency

At any given time at the county’s 911 dispatch, located at the Lake County Courthouse, at least two dispatch employees can be found, multitasking.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Local veteran trains dogs for others

Sometimes when he’s out and about in Lake County, resident Bill Austin is spotted talking with people while his canine counterpart stands at attention, watching each person passing by.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Students win bench-decorating contest with interactive display

When third grade teacher Brittany Simonich chose the bench outside of the North Lake County Public Library in Polson, she let the Linderman Elementary students design a project that would involve the community.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man's best friend celebrates Halloween

Standing out in the crisp morning air Saturday was a group of dogs of all sizes, dressed in Halloween costumes, alongside their humans at the Polson location of Murdoch’s Ranch Supply.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Former Polson property manager to return to court

A hearing for Douglas Dennis Lichte has been continued until the New Year after his counsel reported in court last week that he is trying to pay a large amount of restitution.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Arkansas man sentenced for July DUI that sparked fire

An Arkansas man was sentenced to 10 days in jail with credit for one day served following a July incident where the vehicle he was driving caught on fire in Judge Deborah Kim Christopher’s court last Thursday.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Polson student preparing for Junior Iditarod

Charmayne Morrison is not a typical 16-year-old.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Ronan event remembers those lost to suicide

The sky was aglow in Ronan Friday night for the second annual Light the Night at the track at Ronan High School.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Man to be sentenced for 2014 burglaries

Alex Doxtater will be sentenced on Nov. 30 after he entered a guilty plea last week on 10 counts involving burglary and theft.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Lake County sex offender set to stand trial in March, 2018

A Lake County man will face trial after he pleaded not guilty to a charge stemming from an arrest in Polson last month.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Mission General Store celebrates 14th anniversary with sale

Mission General in St. Ignatius was humming with excitement as customers and staff celebrated the store’s 14th year in business Saturday.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Students attend first Heads Up Camp in Ronan

Last week, Lake County high school students attended a program at St. Luke Community Healthcare in Ronan.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Polson organization providing help for cancer patients

For the last 15 years, an organization in Polson has helped patients with errands and companionship.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Local woman encourages patients to adapt and use humor

Willingness to make changes to accommodate those resulting from chemotherapy is something that one local breast cancer patient says is a must.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Polson resident urges regular mammogram tests

Marret Christ-iansen didn’t know she was sick when she went to a routine doctor’s appointment in 2011.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Polson officer recounts Las Vegas shooting

Two jumbotrons situated on either side of a stage on South Las Vegas Avenue faded to black after a camera on one side fell.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Video recognizes St. Ignatius graduation rate

Administration with the St. Ignatius school district has taken a new approach to keeping students in high school, and recently was sought after for their work.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Murdoch's teams up with Marines Corps for fundraiser

Hundreds of people lined up outside Murdoch’s Ranch and Home Supply in Polson Saturday over the span of two hours for hamburgers and hot dogs that were cooked up for a good deal.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Volunteers bake pies ahead of Apple Fest

Smells of apples and spices filled the basement of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Polson Saturday as volunteers worked to assemble hundreds of apple pies.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Candy destination closes in Arlee

Driving northbound on U.S. Highway 93 sits a small building on the left, usually buzzing with activity.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Two-time cancer survivor stays upbeat

Helen Sorenson is a two-time cancer survivor. She was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 1996, then, after a routine mammogram nearly five years ago, Sorenson said the doctors found something of concern.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Proposal marks unveiling of bench honoring Polson officer

Monica Cleveland was asked to sit on a soaked bench at Riverside Park Monday afternoon, just moments after it was unveiled.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Investigation ongoing in fatal Pablo shooting

An investigation following a fatal incident in September is still ongoing, according to the county attorney.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Students learn about Native American culture

Students from around the Flathead Reservation took part in celebrating culture last week in Pablo.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

October marks start of open debris burning season

Autumn has begun, bringing with it open debris burning season on Oct. 1.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Club brings diverse foods to Polson sports events

Before halftime at the Polson High School home football games, a new aroma fills the concession stand area.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Workshop helps local tribal artists with marketing

Patrick Matt, Jr. has been an artist since he was a child.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Commissioners adopt new budget

Two of the largest differences between the current budget versus and newest budget adopted by county officials are due to healthcare and a “court room issue.”

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Ronan group aims to light up the Big Sky for holidays

One group within the county is looking to light up the Big Sky incorporating family traditions this holiday season by giving residents a place to make memories.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Area veteran uses fame to raise awareness

When Bill and Janet Austin went back to Delaware for a reunion earlier this month, they didn’t expect to make international news.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Ronan celebrates Harvest Fest

While six teams competed in the Dutch oven cookoff at Saturday’s Harvest Fest in Ronan, one family took home the first place prize.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Unseasonable weather pauses bison roundup

The annual bison roundup at the National Bison Range in Moiese will be postponed indefinitely, according to a press release.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Local CEO set to retire this month

Following a decade of leadership, the chief executive officer of a company in Lake County will be retiring at the end of the month.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Much-needed rain finally falls in valley

Much-needed precipitation graced the area last week, ending a nearly 100-day dry spell.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Polson man cited with two counts of intercourse without consent

A Polson property manager has been cited for sexual intercourse without consent, according to court documents, with an arraignment scheduled for Sept. 13.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Residents encouraged to be aware of air quality as fires continue to burn

Although the wildfire smoke generated from surrounding fires isn’t as thick as it was in late August and early September, residents should still be mindful of the air quality, according to a local medical professional.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Polson officials expect increase in new budget

Polson City Commissioners accepted the 2017-18 budget, which was submitted to State officials last week, and a projected surplus is expected.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

St. Ignatius Volunteer Fire Department hosts open house

Volunteer firefighters from the St. Ignatius Fire Department were onhand Saturday, Sept. 9 to answer questions from the public.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

'Hay' there! Decorated bales line U.S. 93 for Harvest Fest

Driving along Highway 93 in Pablo and Ronan, motorists see the Monster of Frankenstein and Smokey Bear, along with a big cow that is lounging in green grass.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

None injured after grill causes Polson house fire

There were no injuries following a fire in Polson last week, after a good Samaritan pounded on a man’s window, alerting him to the fire.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

County officials declare emergency

Lake County officials declared an emergency last week after surrounding fires took off over the Labor Day Weekend, pushing thick smoke into the Mission Valley.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Officials to weigh public opinion on Bison Range

Federal wildlife officers presented residents information during a meeting in Polson last Wednesday morning regarding a management plan for the National Bison Range.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

New fires keep crews busy

New fires caused by lightning added to already-low crews from the north of the county to the south on Wednesday, Aug. 30, with the fires spotted within minutes of each other.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Officials update residents on Blue Bay Fire

Officials confirmed Monday evening that the Blue Bay Fire has a price tag of approximately $1.8 million, with about 80 percent due to aircraft costs.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Local business to close its doors after 45 years

Following 45 years of work, one Ronan couple is taking an offer that will allow them to play.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Polson PD able to locate suspect in crowded room

Officers with the Polson Police Department moved swiftly Wednesday evening, picking their suspect out of a crowded room.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Car charred in drive through

There were no injuries as the result of a vehicle that caught fire at a local drive-through Sunday evening, according to officials.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Carson speaks at UNAHA

Secretary of Department of Housing and Urban Development Dr. Ben Carson visited Polson Monday afternoon where he spoke about helping the Native American population, before taking a tour on Flathead Lake.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Coutts resigns as Polson Ward 1 commissioner

During the Aug. 21 Polson City Commission meeting, officials unanimously passed multiple resolutions with assertion and confidence, except one.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Polson entities offer safety seat inspections

For the second year in a row, two local entities teamed up to ensure car seats are properly installed.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Solar party eclipses other events in Polson

Staff at the North Lake County Library District estimated that “at least” 1,000 people showed up Monday for the solar eclipse.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Affordable housing coming as ground breaks on Polson Landing

State and local officials were on hand for the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Polson Landing housing units Wednesday morning.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Carson sees 'moral duty' to give Native Americans a chance at prosperity

Ben Carson, secretary of housing in the Trump administration, visited Polson on Monday afternoon and said there is a “moral duty” to ensure Native Americans have the same opportunity to prosperity as others.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

State moves to be compliant with IDs

Officials with the Department of Justice are urging residents to continually check the department’s website for current information regarding Real I.D. compliant identification.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Judge remarks man lucky to be alive

During a change of plea hearing Wednesday, a judge shared his surprise that the defendant lived through the ordeal for which he accumulated three charges.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

New dog park coming to Polson

Residents will soon have a new park to enjoy in Polson, although it will be the second of its kind in the city.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Bugs swarm Polson VFW

Creepy crawlers were hovered over by children last week at the VFW in Polson, as the insects participated in a race.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Lightning sparks fires in Blue Bay area

During a public meeting Monday at the Blue Bay campground regarding the Blue Bay fires along Highway 35, an outline for the next few days was explained by Operations Chief Bob McCrea from the Division of Fire.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

No one hurt in Finley Point structure fire

There were no injuries resulting from a fire Aug. 9 on Finley Point Lane toward “the end of Finley Point,” according to officials.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Child dies in crash involving Polson resident

One person was killed in a crash in Beaverhead County early Tuesday, Aug. 1 and three more were injured after the car, driven by a Polson resident, flipped, partially ejecting a 2-year-old boy.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Barbecue event sees name and location change

Barbecue enthusiasts enjoyed the smells and tastes at the Polson fairgrounds Saturday, July 29, for Smokin’ on the River.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Brave pilots take to the skies to fight area wildfires

Along with smoke, air traffic is a bit heavier during wildfire season.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Thousands celebrate Pioneer Days in Ronan

Over the course of the last four decades, Ronan Pioneer Days has welcomed thousands of people to the city of Ronan, and this year’s celebration was no different.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Deputy uses personal experience to make difference

Long blonde hair pulled back into a ponytail and the sun glaring off her aviator sunglasses, Lake County Sheriff Deputy Korren Fehrenbach conducts herself as someone who has done the job for years.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Meeting updates Arlee residents on Liberty Fire

As Type I management teams worked in smaller groups behind him, Operations Chief Bob McCrea said fighting the Liberty fire is an uphill battle.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Menacing grizzlies caught in Mission Valley

Three grizzly bears have been caught since Friday, July 21, and one had to be euthanized according to an official.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Friendly family feud at Lake County Fair talent show

Ronan’s Cammy Maughan won over a crowd of about 30 and the judges of the Lake County Fair talent show Friday evening.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Team assembles to fight Liberty fire east of Arlee

Extremely dry and breezy conditions over the weekend fanned the Liberty fire that has burned for more than two weeks.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Charlo resident fulfills dream of running restaurant

Walking into Stella’s Bakery & Deli, a cozy feeling is fueled by fresh flowers on each table and the smells wandering from the kitchen, filling the air.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Southerland resigns as city commissioner

Last week during the Polson City Commissioner’s meeting, one commissioner announced her resignation while another shared he will be resigning in August.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Motorist identified in fatal crash

A motorcycle crash killed one and injured another Friday night, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Program helps Big Arm student realize potential

Coby Rodriques said looking back, he realizes he was his own fork in the road.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Polson police officers spend time with kids

Shortly after 5 p.m. Friday, three local boys were taking a breather in the shade after playing basketball at Polson High School.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

None injured as fire burns Arlee salvage yard

It was a close call for residents on Red Tail Lane in Arlee on Thursday afternoon as multiple crews battled a blaze in a junkyard.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Polson's Walter Morigeau claims identity at 85

Walter left the Lake County Courthouse a changed man last Thursday, but also walked out as the same man he has always been.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Polson officer keeps incident from escalating

Polson Police Officer Hazeez Rafiu was doing his job when he helped to keep a situation from escalating.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Warm weather ignites extreme fire alert

Stage II fire restrictions will go into effect on Federal, Tribal, State and Private lands in the Missoula Area effective 12:01 a.m. Thursday, July 27.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

High-speed chase stretches 65 miles, over county line

A high speed chase late Wednesday night began in St. Ignatius and ended more than 60 miles north in the Lakeside area in Flathead County.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Camp teaches students through art and technology

At about 9:30 a.m. Thursday, 12 tribal teenagers settled into a conference room in the library at Salish Kottenai College in Pablo, on their last day of summer camp, to listen to a speaker in the gaming industry.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Standing Arrow Powwow celebrates 40 years

A steady cadence was kept by drums Friday evening as the sun slowly began to set, marking the second night of the 40th annual Standing Arrow Powwow.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

State approves loans for Polson wastewater system

The city of Polson has been approved for loans to help improve water quality, according to Governor Steve Bullock.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Residents asked for input on new county growth policy

Lake County residents were asked for input regarding a growth policy rewrite last week at the county courthouse in Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Polson Rural Fire Department selects new chief

A new fire chief has been named for the Polson Rural Fire District following a regular monthly meeting July 12.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Cherry Fest puts fun within 'spittin' distance'

The “Cherry Olympics” were held for the sixth year in a row Saturday afternoon at the Cove Deli & Pizza, 11 3rd Ave. West as part of the annual Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Hanson named new AIS coordinator

A new director has been named to help with preventative measures against invasive mussel species in Flathead Lake, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes have announced.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Autopsy results pending after fatal Jet Ski accident

Results from an autopsy are still pending after a Florida man was found unresponsive near a Jet Ski in Flathead Lake last week, according to officials.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Summer visitation leads to traffic congestion

Residents in Polson have noticed an uptick in traffic, mainly on U.S. Highway 93.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Dam undamaged by weekend earthquake

A few minutes after 12:30 a.m. on July 6, Polson resident John Freemole was sleeping when things suddenly began to move about.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

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