ARTICLES BY EMILIE RICHARDSON

Walk the line

POLSON – I was not quite sure what I was “prissy walking” into on a chilly Monday night as I entered the Linderman gymnasium to partake in an evening of line dancing. But, with the help of my fellow line dancers I was scuffing in no time. Hazle Heth, who …
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Arlee man pleads not guilty to assault charges

POLSON — Keith Edmonson appeared in District Court before Judge Christopher on Jan. 3 to answer to charges of assault with a weapon and family member assault for allegedly beating his stepson with a belt.
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Lake County's most wanted

POLSON — Lake County law enforcement, firefighters and “distinguished citizens” were honored on Jan. 9 at the Elk’s Lodge in Polson as the Marine Corps League Hellroaring Detachment 1041 (MCL) presented awards to outstanding officers in their respective fields.
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Lady Bulldogs fall for the Heart Breakers

ST. IGNATIUS — The Lady Bulldogs fought hard in their battle against the Loyola Sacred Heart Breakers Thursday evening, and despite a number of drives to the basket by star players Loren Erickson and Stephanie Lewandowski, Mission fell short to Loyola 59-40.
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Pirates defeated by Loyola in Class B matchup

POLSON — It was a close one at Polson Saturday night as the Pirates lost by a mere 3 points to the Loyola Sacred Heart Rams 57-54.
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Sheriff's sergeant resigns

POLSON — Lake County Sergeant Dan Duryee who admitted more than two years ago to lying about military service has officially resigned.
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Leaving an impression

POLSON — The plethora of artwork adorning the walls adds to the coziness the Big Sky Bistro on Main Street is known for.
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Now that's the spirit

POLSON — Christmas filled the air and ears at the Mission Valley Choral Society’s (MVCS) Annual Christmas Concert on Sunday afternoon. Although which annual year is up for debate. MVCS Director Mason Niblack chuckled, “it is around 50,” he stated during his introduction, “but it can be whatever year you …
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'Tis the season

ST. IGNATIUS — St. Ignatius second-graders from Mrs. Schock’s and Mrs. Hout’s classes were in the holiday spirit Monday afternoon as they helped prepare chili packets for the Mission Valley Food Pantry.
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Mobile mammography coach receives donation from Ford

RONAN — Employees of Don Aadsen Ford in Ronan awaited the arrival of the Winkley Women’s Center Mobile Mammography Coach on Friday morning. The 40-foot coach provides free mammograms, breast ultrasounds and bone density screenings to communities throughout western Montana, and was the recipient of a $25,000 grant from Ford …
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Let there be lights!

POLSON — Twinkling lights lit up Main Street Friday night as trailers filled with holiday cheer passed through the gathering crowd. The Annual Lake County Leader Parade of Lights showcases floats represented by a variety of local businesses and organizations. The parade is followed by the lighting of the Christmas …
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Soldier presents students with flag

RONAN — It is not everyday that students of the Firm Foundations Preschool in Ronan get to look at pictures of camels and airplanes, but Wednesday morning was an exception.
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JP-elect cleared on allegations of illegal campaigning

HELENA — The Commissioner of Political Practices Jim Murry dismissed electioneering charges against Justice of the Peace-elect Joey Jayne on Nov. 21.
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A community gives thanks

RONAN — Those familiar Thanksgiving smells filled the senses Thursday afternoon as the 9th Annual Ronan Community Thanksgiving Dinner was under way. Although, making it to the serving area might take a bit longer than expected with the pleasant hum of old friends catching up and new ones being made, …
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Butler pleads not guilty to all charges

POLSON — Nathan Butler, the Arlee teen accused of allegedly stabbing three people on Nov. 12, appeared in District Court on Nov. 21 for arraignment. Butler pled not guilty to the offenses of deliberate homicide, attempted deliberate homicide, and assault with a weapon.
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