Reminiscing: White Elephant goes away, the new comes in
White Elephant Second Hand Store, owned by Brian and Donna Corum, will be demolished as Tractor Supply Co., a large nationwide farm store chain, takes its place. Ronan Mayor Ryan Corum, Brian and Donna’s son, said they have to be out of the building by May 18.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 0 MINUTES AGO
400 Horses: New casino plans grand opening for May 5
After dreams, concepts and plans for different sizes and locations over the years, S&K Gaming announces the grand opening ceremony of 400 Horses Casino on May 5 at 2 p.m.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 0 MINUTES AGO
Polson City Manager resigns
Meece explained that this is an opportunity for him and his wife, Karen, to move closer to their family in Washington. He also describes it as a great opportunity to continue working in local government.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 DAYS, 14 HOURS AGO
Polson Rural Fire requests levy to keep pace with growth
On the ballot this year for Special Purpose Elections is the Polson Rural Fire District’s request for a $250,000 annual levy to maintain safety and equipment as the outskirts of Polson continue to grow.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 7 HOURS AGO
Ranchers ask city to act on tumbleweed infestation
Ranchers Steve and Susie Speckert, who own a 400-acre ranch off Highway 35, approached the Polson City Commission on Monday, April 6, to bring awareness to the tumble mustard causing havoc to their ranch.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 7 HOURS AGO
Six candidates file for two openings on Arlee School Board
Six candidates are vying for two openings on the Arlee Joint School District School Board. Candidates are Alfred Deroche, Brandon O’Brien, Cammie Dupuis-Pablo, Justin Curtiss, Kristine Gardner and Whitney Larson.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 7 HOURS AGO
Mission police receive surprise gear upgrade
St. Ignatius Police Chief Jason Acheson was surprised and grateful when he stopped by Gambles Hardware to check on his rifle order and found out that the owner, Clay McCready, had ordered out-of-budget rifles for the department.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 DAYS, 7 HOURS AGO
One incumbent, three newcomers file for Mission school board
The St. Ignatius School board has two board seats open, and four candidates have filed.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 5 DAYS AGO
Tribal water resources division will move to new building in Ronan
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Natural Resource Department is constructing a new building for the Division of Engineering and Water Resources. Completion of the spacious new structure, located west of the Boys & Girls Club in Ronan, is estimated for the end of October.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 5 DAYS AGO
Easter Haul
St. Ignatius Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Easter egg hunt at the St. Ignatius High School Football Field on Saturday, April 4.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 5 DAYS AGO
Lake County jail commander charged and booked in Missoula jail
Lake County Detention Commander Joel Shearer was arrested and charged with a first offense misdemeanor for alleged partner or family member assault that caused bodily injury, according to the Lake County Justice Court filing from Monday, March 30.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 5 DAYS AGO
County Commissioners proceed with plan to reassign jail administration
After posting an administrative position to take charge of the Lake County Detention Center on the county’s job website in February, the county commissioners held a public meeting on Tuesday, March 24, with a resolution of intention to reassign control of the jail.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Polson Fire responds to two fires last week
In the early morning hours of Wednesday, March 25, the Polson Fire Department was responded to a report of a possible burning building on Fourth Avenue East near the Lake County Courthouse.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Two Republicans compete to represent Polson in the statehouse
Lake County’s primary Republican race for House District 13 is between three-term incumbent Linda Reksten and 20-year-old newcomer Finley Warden.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Arlee superintendent to resign June 30
At the most recent Arlee School Board meeting on Thursday, March 26, the board voted to accept Superintendent Cory Beckham's resignation letter, effective June 30.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
City Commission hears proposal from golf association
The Polson Bay Golf Association, a local non-profit, presented a draft proposal during a Polson City Commission Workshop on Thursday, March 18, to lease the Polson Bay Golf Course.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Polson Commission honors retired chief
Polson Police Chief George Simpson nominated and gifted retired Police Chief Ron Buzzard the Polson Treasure Award for his service to the Polson community during the Polson City Commission meeting on Monday, March 16.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Polson Restaurant Recap: New eateries on the way
Andrew Perkins, the owner of Salt Cafe, received $64,800 from the Polson City Commission during its meeting on March 2, which will help him complete work on his Salt Cafe and hopefully open the establishment before the onset of Polson’s hectic summer.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 5 DAYS AGO
Pinewood Derby cars fly to the finish in Ronan
Fourteen Polson and Ronan Cub Scouts brought their creativity and innovation to a block of wood and wheels, creating a speedy and colorful car to race down the track.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Ballots for special purpose and school trustees go out next month
Mail-in ballots for the Lake County Special Purpose Districts and School Districts will be sent out April 15 and must be returned to the Lake County Election Office by election day on May 5.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Pinewood cars fly to the finish
Fourteen Polson and Ronan Cub Scouts brought their creativity and innovation to a block of wood and wheels, creating a speedy and colorful car to race down the track.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
New garbage hauler comes to county
At the beginning of March, Grizzly Disposal and Recycling began serving Lake County and, within 10 days, had secured 300 customers. Just like its competitor, Republic Services, Grizzly had to apply for a carrier license with the Montana Public Service Commission (PSC). This allows commercial haulers to haul municipal solid …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Landfill rate changes
Following the recent expansion of the Lake County landfill, the county commissioners made minor adjustments to some of the waste fees.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Police seek suspects in attempted ATM grab
Around 4 a.m. on Thursday, March 12, the driver of a Ford F-350 appeared to intentionally back into the front door of Wilson Foods in Arlee, and two suspects attempted to remove the ATM inside.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Mission Valley Animal Shelter plans for the future
Mission Valley Animal Shelter hopes to build a new home and expand its capacity over the next three years to better serve a community without animal control.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Attempted ATM theft at Wilson Foods
Early Thursday morning, a truck backed into Wilson Foods in Arlee, and two individuals attempted to remove the ATM.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Animal control: A problem without a clear solution
As of March 3, Mission Valley Animal Shelter had a waitlist of owner surrenders that included 41 cats or kittens and 28 dogs awaiting placement in the shelter, which is funded by donations.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Mission Town Council amends the McCready subdivision
The St. Ignatius Town Council made an amendment during their last meeting to the previously granted preliminary approval for phases one and two of the McCready subdivision off Airport Road.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
MME brings home winners from first Winter Olympics
Mission Mountain Empowerment athletes, who call themselves the Mission Mountain Grizzlies, attended their first Special Winter Olympics on the slopes and brought home multiple medals after years of lessons at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Lake County drops first load of trash into expanded landfill
Lake County hosted a ribbon-cutting last week to commemorate the first load of trash being dumped into the expanded Lake County Landfill.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Polson commissioners hear plan for reducing E. coli in Flathead Lake
Representatives from the Flathead Lakers and the Polson Bay Golf Course presented a plan to the Polson City Commission last Wednesday to reduce stormwater runoff, which had caused increased levels of E. coli in Flathead Lake near Boettcher Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
A VOICE celebrates 20 years of consistency
A unique art program, A VOICE, celebrates 20 years as a nonprofit serving youth on the Flathead Indian Reservation.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
City Commission finalizes Salt Cafe grant, hears from market vendors
The Polson City Commission council chambers were full of support Monday night for Andrew Perkins, owner of Salt Cafe, who has been awaiting funding from the Tax Increment Finance District grant he received nearly three years ago.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Arlee school board votes against K-8 building
Last Wednesday, the Arlee Joint School District School Board voted against consolidating the junior high students into the newly built elementary to create a K-8 building.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Mission grants preliminary approval for McCready subdivision
The St. Ignatius Town Council granted preliminary approval for phases one and two of the McCready subdivision off Airport Road, with two amendments, during its most recent meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Foundation established for Polson Police
A non-profit called the Polson Police Foundation was launched at the end of 2025 to support the department by contributing to training, officer wellness, critical equipment and community initiatives.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 2 WEEKS AGO
Community pushes back on MIXT golf proposal
The City of Polson hosted two full-capacity meetings on Tuesday, Feb. 17, to discuss the draft proposal from MIXT Industries to lease the Polson Bay Golf Course. Both received pushback and criticism from the community.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
County drops first load of trash into expanded landfill
Lake County hosted a ribbon-cutting last week to commemorate the first load of trash being dumped into the expanded Lake County Landfill.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Polson commissioners hear plan for reducing E. coli in Flathead
Representatives from the Flathead Lakers and the Polson Bay Golf Course presented a plan to the Polson City Commission last Wednesday to reduce stormwater runoff, which had caused increased levels of E. coli in Flathead Lake near Boettcher Park.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Homeschooler claims another county spelling bee win
Green or red signs with correct or incorrect flew up as contestants spelled their way through the Lake County Spelling Bee, last Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the Charlo High School Gym.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Lake County commissioners approve spending for architectural report for jail expansion
The Lake County commissioners approved an estimated $70,000 for an engineering and design report for the expansion of the Lake County Jail on Feb. 2. The detention center is located on the lower level of the courthouse in Polson.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 4 WEEKS AGO
Mission airport receives nearly $500,000 improvement grant
The St. Ignatius Airport received a $495,000 grant, and Polson Airport received $30,960, with a $5,040 loan, from the Montana Aeronautics Board to fund infrastructure and safety improvements.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners approve architectural design proposal for jail expansion
The Lake County Commissioners approved an estimated $70,000 for an engineering and design report for the expansion of the Lake County Jail on Feb. 2. The detention center is located on the lower level of the courthouse in Polson.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Dedicated Polson senior earns leadership award
Polson High School senior Raya Lucas was recently presented the Winslow Nichols Leadership Award for being “committed and community-minded.”
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Dam restoration planned for Kicking Horse
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes Division of Engineering and Water Resources is undertaking an eight-figure, multi-year project to restore Kicking Horse Dam and improve water flow discharge.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Mission airport receives nearly $500,000 improvement grant
The St. Ignatius Airport received a $495,000 grant, and Polson Airport received $30,960, with a $5,040 loan, from the Montana Aeronautics Board to fund infrastructure and safety improvements.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
City Commission discusses protest vote against new Montana law
The Polson City Commission discussed voting against adopting the new Montana zoning laws into the city code, even though the city would still have to comply with state law, during the latest commission meeting on Monday, Feb. 2.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Citizens express frustration with City Hall
Polson residents have often expressed frustration when approaching the Polson City Commission, feeling that their concerns or questions are not addressed.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Mission Council selects new town judge
The St. Ignatius Town Council elected its new town judge, Leslie Martin, at its latest meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
FLIC brings a stream of films to Polson
Flathead Lake International Cinemafest kicks off its 14th year of presenting a wide range of domestic and international films on Feb. 13-15 at the Showboat Stadium 6 theater in Polson.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Ninepipes Museum launches expansion campaign
The Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana Board of Directors created a foundation board early this year as part of its campaign to expand, and the board has already received a $100,000 donation.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Mission Valley Animal Shelter plans for the future
Mission Valley Animal Shelter hopes to build a new home and expand its capacity over the next three years to better serve a community without animal control.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Two proposals come forward for Polson Bay Golf Course
MIXT Industries presented a draft proposal to lease the Polson Bay Golf Course from the City of Polson during the Polson Commission’s Monday night meeting on Feb. 2. Simultaneously, the Polson Bay Golf Association has been discussing a management option with City Manager Ed Meece.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Mission Council plans special meeting for annexation
The St. Ignatius City Council will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24, with a special guest and updated maps of the areas they’d like to annex.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
City commissioners advocate for unique tribal partnership
The Polson City Commission reinstated a cooperative agreement with the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes to continue management and development of Salish Point Park during their commission meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 21.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Academy gives homey feel to classroom experience
Tucked away in the wilderness, with a homey feel, away from the fluorescent lights, noise, and sometimes chaotic environment of public schools, is the home of John and Connie Doty, where 19 students learn at Flathead Valley Academy.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
St. Ignatius honors 2025 Citizens of the Year
A typically almost empty council chamber was filled with a crowd last Tuesday, deservedly to honor St. Ignatius community cornerstones Barb and Gary Plouffe.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Mission town councilor's criticism of fire chief sparks heated debate
Voters returned former mayor and councilman Steve McCollum to the St. Ignatius Town Council, and during his first meeting back, his questions sparked some heated debate with the fire and police chiefs.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Bill containing funding for Mission sewer and police headed to president’s desk
The U.S. Senate passed a $12.2 million funding bill that included federal appropriations for both the town of St. Ignatius and the St. Ignatius Police Department, which was pushed by U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
St. Joseph hosts mock emergency training
Simulation in Motion Montana hosted a realistic training at St. Joseph Medical Center on Tuesday, Jan. 6. Multiple agencies were on hand to build connections, relationships and preparedness.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Bill containing funding for Mission sewer and police headed to president’s desk
The U.S. Senate passed a bill that contains $12.2 million in funding for several Montana projects, including appropriations for both the town of St. Ignatius and the St. Ignatius Police Department.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Fishing access near Dayton gains septic system approval
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks plans to finish the Conclow Fishing Access near Dayton this spring and moved one step closer with a variance granted by the Lake County Board of Health on Jan. 7.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Local Government Review Commissions move forward
In the June 2024 primary election, voters approved local citizen study commissions for St. Ignatius, Ronan and Polson governments, and after one year of public meetings, the commissions are all up to something different.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Bill containing funding for Mission sewer and police headed to president’s desk
The U.S. Senate passed a $12.2 million funding bill that included federal appropriations for both the town of St. Ignatius and the St. Ignatius Police Department, which was pushed by U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners give preliminary approval for Pablo subdivision
The 58-lot Pablo Mill Village subdivision proposal received preliminary plat approval from the Lake County Commissioners on Tuesday, Jan. 6, with conditions.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Making History: Most women, first tribal member take commission seats
During its first meeting of 2026, the Polson City Commission welcomed new mayor Laura Dever and two new commissioners, Lori Schrader-Young (Ward 2) and Tracie McDonald Ward 3). Returning commissioner is Jake Holley (Ward 1), who was also elected as commission chair, meaning he’ll preside over meetings when the mayor …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Mission's deteriorating sewer pipes pose health, safety threat
It was an eventful meeting for the St. Ignatius Town Council on Tuesday, Jan. 6, with a presentation on the town’s dire sewer situation, possible United States Department of Agriculture grant opportunities as well as a discussion of other agenda items (see separate story).
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
Mission council member sparks fiery debate
Voters returned former mayor and councilman Steve McCollum to the St. Ignatius Town Council, and during his first meeting back, his questions sparked some heated debate with the fire and police chiefs.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO
CSKT uses Water Compact settlement to benefit Charlo irrigation
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes are using the Water Compact settlement to restore the Crow Creek Pumping Plant, which will benefit irrigators in Charlo and conserve water by this October.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
City crew works to fix broken water main
On Tuesday afternoon, as daylight whittled away, a water main broke on Skyview Lane in Polson, leaving a minimum number of people affected.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
CSKT uses Water Compact settlement to benefit Charlo irrigation
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes are using the Water Compact settlement to restore the Crow Creek Pumping Plant, which will benefit irrigators in Charlo and conserve water by this October.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Timber sale near Swan Lake approved
The Montana Land Board recently approved an estimated $312,007 timber sale by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, located about 9 miles southeast of Swan Lake.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Public meeting is Jan. 6 for Pablo Sawmill subdivision
The Lake County Commissioners will hold a public meeting for the Pablo Mill Village, a proposed 58-lot subdivision, on Jan. 6 at 2:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Chambers at the Lake County Courthouse.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Year in review: Sports highlights of 2025
Throughout 2025, The Lake County Leader provided 336 stories of Lake County athletes fighting hard and battling for championships and divisional and state titles.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Camper engulfed by flames in Mission
At around 9 a.m. on Sunday morning, St. Ignatius Fire and Police departments were dispatched to a 20-foot camper in flames, which was being lived in and parked in the backyard of a house on Third Avenue in St. Ignatius.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Land Board approves $312,000 timber sale in Lake County
The Montana Land Board recently approved an estimated $312,007 timber sale by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, located about 9 miles southeast of Swan Lake.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
New Mexican restaurant will open in 4B’s
Veterans of another Polson Mexican restaurant will open one of their own early next year.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Polson Commission updates impact and general fees
During the Polson City Commission meeting on Monday, Dec. 15, the second reading to change residential impact fees to fixture-based calculations was passed.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
LES Haven Ranch provides sanctuary for blind horses
For Louise Schmidt, the co-founder of LES Haven Ranch, the mission began with a college equestrian club and a horse.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Mission Council discusses expanding city limits
Mission Town Council invited James Steele Jr., the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes councilman and St. Ignatius representative, to their meeting last Tuesday, Dec. 16, to begin an open dialogue about annexing land south of Mission Creek.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Win, win: Mission Council discusses annexation of ‘Indian Town’
Mission Town Council invited James Steele Jr., the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes councilman and St. Ignatius representative, to their meeting last Tuesday, Dec. 16, to begin an open dialogue about annexing land south of Mission Creek.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Windstorm caused heightened dispatch calls, thousands of outages
The western Montana windstorm on Wednesday, Dec. 17, kept emergency personnel and linemen busy as nearly 200 calls rang out for downed trees and power lines, leaving 3,866 Mission Valley Power customers without power.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
LES Haven Ranch provides sanctuary for blind horses
For Louise Schmidt, the co-founder of LES Haven Ranch, the mission began with a college equestrian club and a horse.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
St. Ignatius Town Council moves closer to letting golf carts back on the road
The St. Ignatius Town Council passed the first reading of its golf-cart ordinance on Dec. 2.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Inquisitive Ronan senior earns leadership award
Ronan High School senior, Carter Gainan was recently awarded the Winslow Nichols Leadership Award for his “intellectual curiosity, leadership and character,” stated his nominator and mathematics teacher, Bonnie Eva.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Three incumbents retain seats on Tribal Council, two ousted
Polls across the Flathead Reservation were open all day on Dec. 13 to fill the five seats open on the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Tribal Council.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Owner of submerged truck charged with DUI
The driver and owner of the submerged truck in Flathead River faces several charges after an investigation by the Polson Police Department determined that Kobe Schamp “drove and exited himself” from the truck.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Ronan City wrap-up: Infrastructure, annexation & new businesses
Ronan council members Larry Hall and Lindsay Myers, along with Public Works director Dan Miller, presented an end-of-year recap at the Ronan Chamber of Commerce Luncheon on Thursday, Dec. 4.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Trees and power lines down as hazardous winds hit county
Dispatch sounded off Wednesday morning across Lake County with reports of multiple down trees from Polson to Ronan.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO
Tour of Asia restaurant headed to Polson
Missoula restaurant owners will bring a variety of Asian food to Polson soon and plan to open a dine-in option once they complete renovations on the former Thai Hot Spot Cafe.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Performances showcase echoing chimes and harmony
The Mission Valley Choral Society sang out at St. Ignatius Mission and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in a time-honored tradition during their annual Christmas concerts on Dec. 6 and Dec. 7.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Christmas cheer fills St. Ignatius with holiday festivities
On a chilly Saturday evening, St. Ignatius was home to Christmas cheer with a side of hot cider, holiday tunes, a live reindeer and a visit from Santa at Good Old Days Park.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Mission council passes golf-cart ordinance, swears in council members
The St. Ignatius Town Council passed the first reading of its golf-cart ordinance and swore in the returning council members during last week's meeting on Dec. 2.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Polson Commission discusses new well, changes residential impact fees
After 25 years of underperformance and failed revival attempts, Polson City Well No. 5 will be replaced with a new well, planned for O’Malley Park.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Small fire departments battle big equipment costs
As firefighting equipment increases in price since the pandemic, small departments such as those in Ronan, Arlee, Charlo and St. Ignatius struggle to find funding, navigate the cost and look for other resources.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Tour of Asia restaurant headed to Polson
Missoula restaurant owners will bring a variety of Asian food to Polson soon and plan to open a dine-in option once they complete renovations on the former Thai Hot Spot Cafe.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Confirmed CWD leads to more sampling on the reservation
A recent confirmed case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) south of Ninepipes Lodge has led the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Wildlife Program to increase hunter check stations to better understand how widespread it is across the reservation.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Vehicle submerged in Flathead River
Around 3:30 p.m. on Dec. 3 a call rang out over dispatch for a vehicle in the Flathead River on the corner of 7th Avenue and Kerr Dam Road in Polson.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Polson City Commission amends chicken ordinance to include ducks
The Polson City Commission added ducks to the domestic chicken ordinance, swore in a new fire chief, and filled a vacancy on the Polson Golf Course Board during the Nov. 17 meeting.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Mission council passes cannabis ordinance and seeks new librarian
The St. Ignatius City Council completed the second reading of the cannabis ordinance, looked for a new librarian and authorized laptop purchases for the council on Nov. 18.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
CSKT hires a new disaster and emergency coordinator
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes hired a new Tribal Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Services coordinator this summer, who is embracing the role by connecting with the community, learning as much as she can and updating disaster plans for the community.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
City loses revenue on Bunkers but unsure what’s next
After the City of Polson lost its restaurant manager for Bunker's Bar & Grill earlier this month, City Commissioner Jake Holley questioned during last week’s meeting if the city should still be managing the grill.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
MDT finalizes study, access management plan for Polson to Somers Corridor
The Montana Department of Transportation has published the final U.S. Highway 93 Polson to Somers Corridor Study and Access Management Plan, which includes a 70-page appendix compiled from public comments.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO
Ronan School Board selects new superintendent
Ronan School District School Board selected the current director of curriculum, Sandra Beal, as the new superintendent during a special meeting on Nov. 10. She’ll step into her new role on July 1, replacing current superintendent Mark Johnston.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO
City of Polson department heads recap year
During the Polson City Commission meeting on Nov. 3, multiple city departments gave presentations on projects, accomplishments, and policy development and implementation from the dates of July 2024 to November 2025.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
St. Ignatius Town Council tweaks cannabis ordinance
The St. Ignatius Town Council approved the first reading of the cannabis ordinance, approved fire department equipment purchases and drafted a golf cart ordinance on Nov. 4.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
American Red Cross Lifesaving Award presented to Polson firefighter
Representatives from the American Red Cross joined the Polson City Commission meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, to award Polson firefighter Casen Elmore the National Lifesaving Award for his quick action while off duty.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Eyewitness to History: WWII veteran witnessed Japan’s historic surrender
From the moment he heard about Pearl Harbor at 15 years old, Jim Sivelle said he knew he would join the service and “go fight.”
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Book offers a look at the transitional American West
Award-winning author Sally Thompson has written a book intertwining the lives of Jesuit missionary Father De Smet and Chief Charlo in the Rocky Mountains.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Polson grad and aspiring astrophysicist earns scholarship
Aspen McKee, a graduate of Polson High School class of 2023 recently earned the Montana Learning Center Awards Founders’ Scholarship.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Woman charged with deliberate homicide in Polson shooting
Last Thursday’s shooting in Polson resulted in the death of Adam Mowatt, 39. A woman, 33-year-old Ashley Whitmore, is in custody at the Lake County Detention Center and has been charged with deliberate homicide.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Woman charged in fatal Polson shooting
A 33-year-old woman has been charged in a shooting death in Polson last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Male killed in possible homicide
At approximately 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 6 the City of Polson Police were dispatched to Fifth Street East and 15 Street Avenue East regarding a male with a gunshot wound.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease deaths could cause increased bear activity
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Wildlife Management Program suspects Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease is causing an uptick in white-tailed deer deaths in the Mission Valley. Consequently, recreators are warned of possible increases in bear activity near waterways as bruins feed off these deer carcasses.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Book offers a look at the transitional American West
Award-winning author Sally Thompson has written a book intertwining the lives of Jesuit missionary Father De Smet and Chief Charlo in the Rocky Mountains.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Jocko Pipelines Project moves forward in the off season
The Jocko K Canal irrigation service area is under construction as the Flathead Indian Irrigation Project puts almost 18 miles of pipe into the ground to rehabilitate, better and modernize water delivery to the area.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
“Potential move” dismissed for Polson Farmers Market
The Polson mayor attempted to “provoke a thought” for the Polson Farmers Market to consider moving during a meeting held Oct. 28 in the community room of the North Lake County Public Library.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Town Pump grants $2 million to combat Montana hunger
The Town Pump Charitable Foundation is providing $2 million in grants this fall to combat hunger in Montana, including local Ronan and Polson food banks.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
City of Polson Police Officer awarded a Distinguished Service Medal
Polson Police Officer Michael Wharton was awarded a Distinguished Service Medal at the Polson City Commission meeting last week after a routine traffic stop earlier this year turned into a chase with shots fired towards Wharton.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Musicians Co-op hosts a day concert for local senior citizens
The Western Montana Musicians Co-op hosted a day concert for local senior citizens last Friday at the Pearl Theater in Ronan.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Smith pleads guilty to disorderly conduct after St. Ignatius High School incident
On Monday night Nathaniel Luke Smith appeared before Judge Mary Leishman in St. Ignatius after a disturbance at Mission High School on Oct. 8.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
SKC kicks off their basketball season
Salish Kootenai College Bison kicked off basketball season on Friday with an alumni game.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Ronan Native American Club attends Black Hills Powwow
The Ronan High School Native American Club traveled to the 37th annual Black Hills Powwow for a unique experience. The celebration in Rapid City was a three-day extravaganza with dancers, singers, artists, and vendors. According to the Visit Rapid City website, the powwow draws in spectators from across the country …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
RHS Native American Club attends Black Hills Powwow, works on fundraising efforts
The Ronan High School Native American Club traveled to the 37th annual Black Hills Powwow for a unique experience. The celebration in Rapid City was a three-day extravaganza with dancers, singers, artists, and vendors. According to the Visit Rapid City website, the powwow draws in spectators from across the country …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Proposed beaver transplant program could restore waterways
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is considering a new program that provides guidance on how beavers could be transplanted to different areas and ecosystems across the state and is asking for public comment.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Post Creek Hill project continues with partial grant funding
The Montana Department of Transportation announced the US Highway 93 Post Creek Hill project is continuing with new grant funding, but the project still exceeds available funding.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Unused and unmanaged lakeview property pushed again by Polson City Commission
Kootenai Avenue Right-of-Way situated above Salish Point on Flathead Lake has been left unmanaged and has become a point of discussion and confusion at the Polson City Commission meetings a handful of times.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
Polson alumni and aspiring astrophysicist earns scholarship
Aspen McKee, a graduate of Polson High School class of 2023 recently earned the Montana Learning Center Awards Founders’ Scholarship.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
The Mission Valley's invasive chorus of American Bullfrogs
In the dark of night, a kayak glides along the shoreline. Headlamps cut through the darkness and reflect their beams off two emerald-green eyes of an American Bullfrog. As the light freezes the frog in place, the Montana Conservation Corps crew draws their spears. A quick thrust pierces the frog’s …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO
A repair turned to a community effort
Paul Watrous, the owner of the Polson Cert-A-Roof branch and president of Cert-A-Roof overall, got a call for a small roof repair. Watrous started explaining his process to the homeowner's friend, and it was clear that the cost was out of reach.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Five acres burn on Jette Hill
Polson Rural Fire responded to a report of a control burn on top of Jette Hill and US Highway 93 last week, which resulted in a five-acre brush fire and home evacuations.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
First Montana football game and a coin toss make a dream come true
Polson local Elijah Crick was chosen by the Montana Hope Project in partnership with Dream Come True, to celebrate with the Griz homecoming last weekend and be their coin tosser.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Thelen seeks Polson mayor position to resolve financial and quality-of-life issues
47-year-old Phil Thelen is running for Polson mayor and aims to resolve the financial challenges and address the quality-of-life issues that face the community.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Powwow celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes celebrated Indigenous Peoples' Day with a Beartracks Celebration Powwow in Missoula at Caras Park on Monday.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Dever seeks Polson mayor to prioritize communication and push public involvement
57-year-old Laura Dever aims to encourage public participation and build the city's communication across all platforms as Polson mayor.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Small fire inside Western Bee
Around 10 a.m. on Oct. 14 a report of a building fire at Western Bee Supplies Inc. rang out across dispatch and quickly the City of Polson Fire Department arrived on scene.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
A highway dedication to war hero Laverne Parrish
About a three-mile stretch of Highway 93 between Ronan and Polson was officially designated as the “Laverne Parrish Memorial Highway” last week.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
A donation in honor of Ed Loder
A year after the community mourned the loss of 67-year-old Ed Loder, who was killed on Aug. 30, 2024, Loder was honored by a large donation to Lake County Search and Rescue.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Purple and gold spirit prevails during homecoming week
The Pirate spirit was strong and widespread for the week of homecoming. From the volleyball game cheering to wacky dress-up days, Polson Pirates showed up.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Gearing up for CSKT Tribal Council primary election
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are having their primary election on Oct. 11 to consolidate the candidates to two for each of the four districts in preparation for the general elections.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Pumpkin’s splat at St. Ignatius Airport
By the side of the runway at the St. Ignatius Airport people gathered, waiting for a plane to fly low and throw a pumpkin to the ground. The game was to guess which of the 100 squares outlined on the airport grass the pumpkin would land on and buy a …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Councilman Heffern aims to keep building a better St. Ignatius
Fifty-four-year-old Chris Heffern, who grew up in Great Falls, is hoping to be elected to his third term on the St. Ignatius Town Council to continue making the town a better place.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Farmer aims to bring a creative viewpoint to council
Thirty-eight-year-old Shay Farmer is running for St. Ignatius Town Council and hoping to bring a new creative viewpoint.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Four St. Ignatius candidates for town council
Shay Farmer, Steve McCollum, incumbent Daniel Thompson, and incumbent Chris Heffern are running for two open seats on the St. Ignatius Town Council. The Lake County Leader was unable to reach Steve McCollum for an interview before the deadline for publication.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Thompson looks for new revenue streams, not high taxes
Daniel Thompson is running for his second full term on the St. Ignatius Town Council in hopes of finding new revenues sources for the town, while also making improvements.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
The Mission Valley's invasive chorus of American Bullfrogs
In the dark of night, a kayak glides along the shoreline. Headlamps cut through the darkness and reflect their beams off two emerald-green eyes of an American Bullfrog. As the light freezes the frog in place, the Montana Conservation Corps crew draws their spears. A quick thrust pierces the frog’s …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Tips on keeping hungry bears at bay
As the temperatures chill and the crisp leaves start to fall to the ground, the burly black and brown creatures known as bears start to enter hyperphagia. Gorging and foraging through the berries and cherries, they’re on the hunt for anything to stuff their faces and fat reserves before winter.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Another record year for Ronan Harvest Festival
Fifty vendors, selling everything from jewelry, to food, to woodworking, filled downtown Ronan Saturday for the annual Chamber of Commerce Harvest Festival.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Charlo Vikings celebrate homecoming week
The Charlo Vikings marked homecoming week with spirited events, a bonfire and tough competition against strong defensive teams.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Polson mourns death of Charlie Kirk
Flowers, posters and American flags filled the courthouse lawn in honor of Kirk as people shed tears and offered prayers. A variety of speakers, including Lake County Commissioners Bill Barron and Gale Decker, along with several community pastors shared their respect and admiration for Kirk.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Parents say homeschool offers more freedom to students
Across the Mission Valley about 400 homeschoolers head back into their academic year with opportunities for sports, jobs and a new online program.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Mission Bulldogs enjoy triumphant homecoming
With a parade, tailgate and a dominating game against Plains (54-12), homecoming in St. Ignatius was declared a success.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Rollover on McDonald Lake Road kills driver
On Sept. 11, 28-year-old Lindsey Tryon of St. Ignatius overcorrected her truck on McDonald Lake Road, which caused her vehicle to skid and head off the road.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners pass $67 million budget
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners adopted their final operating budget Sept. 4 for Fiscal Year 2026 with some adjustments such as lower property taxes, a Polson airport project and lower dump costs.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Parents say homeschool offers more freedom to students
Across the Mission Valley about 400 homeschoolers head back into their academic year with opportunities for sports, jobs and a new online program.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Devious, decorated & colorful: Villain hay bales invade Ronan
Fifty bales cover the sides of the road from the drive just north from Crow Creek through Ronan to Pablo.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
“Never Forget”: Remembering the firefighters who died on 9/11
From dawn to dusk the St. Ignatius Fire Department firefighters stood outside Allard's Stage Stop in full gear with empty gear lying below the American flag to represent the lost lives of first responders during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO
Family and community members march for justice after toddler’s death
As the anniversary for four years since the death of Aniyah Star Charlo approaches, her family and members of the community marched to the Lake County Court House to demand justice on Sept 5.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Mission Mountain Empowerment celebrates 50 years of serving people with disabilities
Mission Mountain Empowerment, a non-profit agency for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is celebrating 50 years with a community party at their location on Polson Hill.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Cattle, Herding & Haulers: FFA stockyards renovated and open for business
The stockyards, which provide local producers and 4-H members with a livestock scale and loading chutes, were built around the 1950s. With old wooden beams holding the yards together, the FFA alumni decided it was time for some improvements.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
School tuition bill could force rural districts to close
The tuition bill (House Bill 203) enacted by the 2023 state legislature is taking full effect this year as K-12 schools are billed for last year's out-of-district student attendance.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Arlee heads back to school with leadership changes, new building
At the Arlee School District, Anne Tanner is taking over the reins of grades K-8 and an Arlee veteran, Jake Bosley, is moving into a new role as high school principal.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
MSU names new athletic facility after star Polson athlete
Rob Stark, a three-sport star from Polson High School and the University of Montana, was also a legendary MSU track and field coach. His illustrious history was recently honored when Montana State University named its new athletic facility after him.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Rail enthusiast fundraises for college by train
Zach Wilde is visiting his great-grandfather, Gil Mangels, the founder of the Miracle of America Museum, and while he’s in town he’s giving away free train rides and raising funds for the start of his college career.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
PHS Athletics hosts third annual Purple and Gold Day
Polson Pirate athletes filled Linderman field Aug. 21 for Purple and Gold Day with the goal of meeting and interacting with the next generation of Pirates.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Sćilíp Skatepark: Proposal that felt impossible comes to fruition
With music, food and skateboards, the Sćilíp Skatepark’s grand opening kicked off Aug. 23 in Sćilíp, the community formerly known as Dixon.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
St. Ignatius skatepark vandalized
On the night of Aug. 21 an individual or possibly individuals threw rocks, a metal pole, garage and other debris into the St. Ignatius Skatepark bowl along with filling it with three to four feet of water.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Chamber of Commerce hosts Business Pulse Block Party
On Third Avenue East, the street filled with live music, small businesses and kids with cotton candy as the Polson Chamber of Commerce kicked off a new concept on Aug. 22.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Ronan School District kicks off the year with new teacherages
On Tuesday, Ronan School District started off the year with four newly built teacherages and already has them fully occupied.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Powered by melons: Dixon thrives during harvest season
The storied Dixon Bar is under new but familiar management and the changes – along with the harvest of the fabled Dixon melons and a coffee shop in the mercantile – are drawing a crowd to the small town.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
SKC to start the semester with a new president
Salish Kootenai College heads into the fall semester on Sept. 15 with a new president taking the reins.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
St. Ignatius schools add more than 100 new students
St. Ignatius Schools start classes next week with a significant increase in enrollment of more than 100 new students.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
SKC starts the semester with new president, construction and $75,000 grant
Salish Kootenai College heads into the fall semester on Sept. 15 with a new president taking the reins.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Powered by melons: Dixon thrives during harvest season
The storied Dixon Bar is under new but familiar management and the changes – along with the harvest of the fabled Dixon melons and a coffee shop in the mercantile – are drawing a crowd to the small town.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Enrollment, upgrades and hot lunches: Rural schools get in gear
In the small school of Dayton Elementary, there is no lunch program or gym but the community has rallied together to provide hot and cold lunches for the upcoming school year.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
CSKT Division of Fire reports new fire starts
Four fires started on or near the Flathead Reservation Sunday, burning along Hwy. 200. The Mile Marker 91 was at 308 acres and Knowles (which is off the reservation) had leapt to more than 2,000 acres by Wednesday. The Magpie Creek fire, west of Dixon, remained small at 2.5 acres …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Regardless of summer rainfall, Lake County is still declared a drought area
The USDA has declared Lake County in a natural disaster area due to drought, regardless of the nearly 12 inches of precipitation hitting both Ronan and St. Ignatius since the beginning of the year.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Friends of the Children-Flathead Nation celebrates first anniversary
Friends of the Children-Flathead Nation celebrates a year of serving the Flathead Indian Reservation with impact to families and children.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Regardless of rainfall, Lake County still impacted by drought
The USDA has declared Lake County in a natural disaster area due to drought, regardless of the nearly 12 inches of precipitation hitting both Ronan and St. Ignatius since the beginning of the year.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County cuts ribbon, welcomes public to Dave Stipe Annex
On Saturday the Lake County commissioners held an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Dave Stipe Annex to welcome the public into the newly built space on the corner of First St. E. and Fifth Ave. W. in Polson.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Charlo Schools start year with interim superintendent
Charlo School District 7J kicks off the year on Aug. 20 with veteran superintendent Jim Baldwin taking the reins on a one-year contract.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Mission town council considers annexation
Four private properties around the St. Ignatius Airport were asked if they would be willing to annex into the city limits of St. Ignatius at the city council meeting on Aug. 5.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Bio Station declares wastewater treatment plant ‘open for pooping’
The Flathead Lake Biological Station held an open house and unveiled its new innovative wastewater treatment plant on Aug. 8.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
CSKT Division of Fire and Polson Rural Fire warn residents of fire danger
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Division of Fire sent out a press release warning residents of high fire danger on the Flathead Indian Reservation on Aug. 12.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
SNAP cuts create “big gap” in food assistance
The Montana Food Bank Network reports 12,000 Montanans at "immediate risk” for losing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility after the U.S. House passed its reconciliation bill on July 4.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Musician’s Co-op brings music back to the Entertainer
The Western Montana Musician's Co-op has found a new acoustic space to suit their needs at the Entertainer Theatre in Ronan.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Boots, grit, and super nachos: Pioneer Days rodeo and big parade
Pioneer Days was a packed weekend with a fishing derby, live music, classic cars and two open rodeos, plus Bulls and Broncs on Friday. Jamie Buhr, a member of the Pioneer Days group, said it’s been a good year with all activities being well attended.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
MDT seeks community input on Hwy. 93, Polson-Somers
Montana Department of Transportation has recently completed a comprehensive long-range plan for management and development across the Highway 93 corridor from Polson to Somers. The study evaluated existing conditions, projected growth, safety and environmental impacts to create recommendations for the corridor's needs through 2045
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
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