Race to End Cancer fundraiser Saturday in Pablo

Joe McDonald Health and Fitness Center on the Salish Kootenai College campus in Pablo will be the site of the American Cancer Society Lake County Race to End Cancer events Saturday, June 15.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Friends of Lake Mary Ronan open house June 22

Friends of Lake Mary Ronan (FLMR) will hold an open house on Saturday, June 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Proctor Community Center in Proctor.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Flag Day ceremonies Friday at Lakeview Cemetery

Polson American Legion Post 112 will hold Flag Day ceremonies on Friday, June 14 at 6 p.m. to retire flags with a burning regimen at Lakeview Cemetery. Everyone is invited to attend.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Arignola brothers share Rock Skipping crown

Lots of kids still “skip rope,” especially during school activites. However, not “rock skipping” is something for engagement for ages from toddler to the elderly. All you need are some rocks and some water — preferably lake or pond — on which to skip them.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Throngs of readers attend Friends book sale

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Women4Wellness critical to healthcare

The Women4Wellness Health Fair, held May 23 this year at the SKC Joe McDonald Health & Fitness Center, is one of the best-attended health-related events attended each year. At right are Eleanor Vizcarra, right, and Lisa Williamson, left. Eleanor Vizcarra, pictured on the right in the black, orange and whhite …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Valley View receives Masons grant CenturyLink, Carton2Garden,Town Pump awards added

Valley View Elementary was the benefactor of funding via grants and awards the last several months of the 2018-19 school year.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

RHS graduates three CNAs

A trio of Ronan High School students completed a four-and-a-half month Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Program and they attended a “pinning” with a graduation ceremony last Wednesday, May 22.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Family Pedal to Plate 'ride in the rain'

Come rain or shine, many Lake County people are primed to support a good cause. Such as the Mission Mountain Family Pedal to Plate.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Spring in full bloom in Ware's garden

The community of Polson and the surrounding areas in Lake County are filled with beautiful natural water features. We have Flathead Lake, as well as multiple rivers, streams, ponds and canals.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Spreading your wings: It's a great time to learn to fly

If you have had dreams of flying an airplane — being a pilot — perhaps this is a good time for the dreams to become reality.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Polson MS, HS earn SMART Schools recycling awards

Polson School District 23 students — as a whole — are putting forth a “super effort” with recycling programs at the middle school and high school. They are truly making a difference in helping Mother Earth.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

County woman killed in May 8 rollover

A 30-year-old Ronan area woman was killed in a one-vehicle rollover that occurred Wednesday, May 8 on a graveled road south of Ronan.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Hot Springs-area residents injured last week in crash near Elmo

Two rural Hot Springs residents escaped life-threatening injuries during a one-vehicle crash on May 9 in Lake County near Elmo.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Mee captures Lake City Open crown Wallace earns senior title; Hurlbert top amateur

Just when it looked like the championship in the pro division would be decided after 36 holes of play, the 29th annual Lake City Open golf tournament at the perfectly manicured Polson Bay Golf Course went into extended play to determine the titlist.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Science & Tech Festival 'brings out the best' in students

Salish and Kootenai College was the site of the second annual Flathead Science and Tech Festival last Saturday afternoon, May 4. It was all about STEM — science, technology, engineering and mathmatics. STEM is typically used when addressing education policy and curriculum choices in schools to improve competitiveness in science …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ronan teacher Becker honored for inspiring students

William “Bill” Becker, educator at Ronan Middle School in Ronan, was recently celebrated at Norwegian Cruise Line’s award gala event in Seattle on May 4. Becker was announced as one of 30 winners of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Giving Joy campaign who was recognized for their inspiring story and outstanding work …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Polson Schools, Ganong honored for school nutrition program achievements

Congratulations to Polson School District and Nutrition Director Lindsay Ganong for being recognized by Governor and First Lady Bullock for outstanding achievements in the school nutrition program. Polson School District has been awarded an Honorable Mention in the Wholesome School Menu Award category of the First Lady School Nutrition Awards …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Community Showcase in spotlight at St. Ignatius

St. Ignatius School District 28 hosted its annual Community Showcase last Thursday, April 25.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Career Connection Day key for PHS seniors

Monday, April 29 was in impactful day for Polson High School students, especially the seniors who will walk across the state and accept their diplomas just six weeks from now.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Torch Run Law enforcement supports Special Olympics

Lake County supporters of Special Olympics played a role in a special and significant event last Thursday and Friday, April 25 and 26.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LC Search and Rescue there 'in time of need'

Lake County Search and Rescue (LCSAR) is worth it’s weight in gold, and it’s been part of the county for going on for nearly five full decades. In fact, LCSAR will celebrate its golden anniversary of 50 years in operation in 2020.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Merwin awarded Veteran Commendation by Gianforte

Ron Merwin of Ronan was honored by receiving the 2018 Montana Congressional Veteran Commendation from Rep. Greg Gianforte during a ceremony April 17 at VFW Post 5652 in Ronan.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Drug Task Force personnel meet with Daines

Sheriffs and other law enforcement personnel from five Northwest Montana counties and the Montana Highway Patrol met with U.S. Sen. Steve Daines on April 18 in Missoula to further address the growing methamphetamine epidemic.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Buttercup Run at Arlee an 'event for all ages'

A total of 213 running and walking enthusiasts gathered in Arlee on a cool Saturday morning, April 13 to take part in the annual Buttercup Run. The event was sponsored by the Friends of Arlee School.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Buttercup Run course at Arlee 'clean and ready for action'

Saturday, April 13 is the date for the annual Buttercup Run at Arlee, and the course for the event was prepared with the effort of about 45 volunteers.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Stogner receives Navy Cross Medal in Polson

James H. Stogner, a former Polson resident who now lives in Thompson Falls, received the prestigious Navy Cross Medal during a special ceremony Friday afternoon, April 5 at the VFW in Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Flooding hits Lake County

A popular rural road about 3 miles south of Charlo has fallen victim to flooding due to several days of rainfall and already dense ground moisture.

DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Flooding hits Lake County

A popular rural road about 3 miles south of Charlo has fallen victim to flooding due to several days of rainfall and already dense ground moisture.

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Floodwater washes out Dublin Gulch Road

A popular rural road about three miles south of Charlo fell victim to flooding the middle of last week due to several days of rainfall and already dense ground moisture.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Two charged for thefts; one faces drug possession

Felony charges have been filed against two former employees of the Carquest Auto Parts store in Ronan in connection with alleged thefts from the business.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

PHS students excel at Band District Music Festival

Polson High School students achieved Superior ratings in two areas at the Band District Music Festival held April 4-6 in Kalispell at Glacier and Flathead high schools.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Drum making at the People's Center

Poeple’s Center in Pablo held its first drum making class in about three years on Wednesday, March 27, and the popular activity wound up being a full class as 20 hand drums were constructed. It was one in a series of “traditional arts” classes at the center through their Cultural …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Fundraiser for SAFE Harbor is diversified entertainment

It was a sellout crowd for Bingo Blackout and Murder at the Drag Show, a unique event held last Saturday, March 30 at the KwaTaqNuk Resort and Casino banquet room in Polson. The event was co-sponsored by SAFE Harbor, based in Ronan, and the Salish Kootenai College Spirit of Many …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Stogner receives Navy Cross Medal in Polson

James H. Stogner, a former Polson resident who now lives in Noxon, received the prestigious Navy Cross Medal during a special ceremony Friday afternoon, April 5 at the VFW in Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Hamilton confirmed as Polson High School principal

Polson High School interim Principal Peter Hamilton will have the same duties for the 2019-20 school year, but a slightly different title.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

2nd Chance Saloon is 1st at St. Patrick's Day Parade

Graced by a beautiful, sunny late-winter day, the Ronan Irish Community — known as TRIC — held their 30th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on the holiday, Sunday, March 17 on Main Street in Ronan. The parade marked three decades of color and pageantry for the event to celebrate the …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Talent rises to the top in Mission Valley

Fifteen acts competed for top honors during the Mission Valley Has Talent program held Friday, March 15 in the comfort of the Polson High School Auditorium.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Linderman students raise money for Heart Association

Linderman Elementary School students in Polson were willing to encourage gracious people to “pay it forward” during the 2019 Kids Heart Challenge.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Mat-to-mat action at Unit 2 Tourney

Ronan Wrestling Club grapplers won a combined nine championship in the Novice and Middle divisions at the Unit 2 Tournament held Friday and Saturday, March 8 and 9 at Arlee. That included five in Novice and four in Middle.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Charlo repeats as Lake County Academic Bowl victor

When the scores were all sorted and totaled, it was Charlo Middle School that successfully defended its title in the 2019 Lake County Academic Bowl.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

'No Cavity Club' team an effort of Polson Tribal Dental Clinic and Showboat Cinema

The Polson Tribal Dental Clinic and Showboat Cinema in Polson are again teaming up this year to sponsor the No Cavity Club.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

'Never Alone' in local drug recovery

As they say, “you can’t do it alone.” And many believe that applies to “kicking the drug habit.”

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

New Linderman gym to be ready for 2020-21 school year

“It’s a step in the right direction ... It was a long time coming.”

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana reopening for season

A museum is “worth it’s weight in gold” if it features items you just don’t see in other museums, and one that is a thrill to visit for all members of the family.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

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The Charlo girls’ team captured the Western C Divisional Tournament title with a 60-55 overtime victory over Arlee on Saturday night at the Maroon Activities Center (MAC) at Butte Central High School in Butte. Since Arlee cannot be challenged for the No. 2 spot at state, the Scarlets join Charlo …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

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Arlee boys’ and girls’ teams as well as the Charlo girls play for championships in the Western C Divisional Basketball Tournament on Saturday evening, Feb. 23 at the Maroon Activity Center at Butte Central High School in Butte. The Arlee Warriors begin the title game doubleheader at 6:30 p.m. by …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Champion Fritsch leads Pirates to third at state

Polson High School’s wrestling team appeared to be “peaking” at the right time, going into postseason competition.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

The Revenge takes top honors in PMS boat races at MVAC

Programs such as STEAM have certainly added to the education and excitement for students in recent years. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math. Arts is the component that was most recently added to what was known as STEM.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Pirates nip Frenchtown for Divisional crown

Wrestling coaches are a special breed. When a team title is on the line, or in doubt, they “count points,” so they know where they stand toward the end of a dual or tournament.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Polson product Feistner faces first MMA pro bout

Craig Feistner had a storied, and very successful, career on the wrestling mats during his career at Polson High School. He was part of the Class of 2013, capped by his fourth straight divisional championship as a Pirate.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Pirates, Chiefs divisional bound

If a team is on “top of its game,” it would be the Polson High School wrestling team.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

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LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Pirates earn third place at Class A duals in Belgrade

Polson and Ronan high school wrestlers got a good, long look at every Class A team in Montana during the Class A Duals last Friday and Saturday in Belgrade.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Mays paces Chiefs at big Missoula tournament

The toughest competition of the year faced Ronan High School wrestlers last Friday and Saturday at the Jug Beck Rocky Mountain Classic at Sentinel High School in Missoula, as many of the top matmen in western Montana, Idaho and eastern Washington came together for the 31-school tournament.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Fritsch 2nd at Bozeman; Pirates 4th at Ronan Duals

Polson split its high school wrestling squad last week, sending four of their matmen to the Tom LaProwse Invitational in Bozeman and the other team members to the Dave Edington Western Montana Duals in Ronan.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Gauthier owner reflects on solid real estate year

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Fitzpatrick wins Northern Rodeo Association title in bulls

Based on his success over the last several years, you’d never know that Polson cowboy Payton Fitzpatrick did not compete in high school rodeo until his senior year. He rode mini bulls when he was a youngster, but “took some time off” before getting aboard full-size bulls on a regular …

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Ronan's Cannon cards sixth hole-in-one

Most often, a casual golfer goes a lifetime without seeing his or her ball go from tee to cup in just one shot. But that has now happened to Burt Cannon of Ronan a half-dozen times.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Providence St. Joe's wins Innovation in Health Care award

High acclaim has come often to Providence St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC) in Polson, and the facility was proud to recently receive the Montana Hospital Association 2018 Innovation in Health Care award, based on their progress and positivity of the Bridge of Hope program.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Ronan arch sign down; restoration underway

When you drive west down Main Street in Ronan, you’ll notice an open space under the archway leading to the downtown. Mission Valley Power and Access Montana teamed up Wednesday morning, Oct. 17 — donating their service and manpower — to remove the large RONAN sign hanging from the arch.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Native American culture focus of international workshop

A steady cadence was kept by a group of people as they danced a Round Dance, holding hands, wrapping up two days of lectures and discussion.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Hobbs, Cannon earn Class A all-state golf honors

Polson High School’s Matt Hobbs capped an excellent senior season on the golf links, earning a share of second place at the Class A State Golf Championships last Friday and Saturday at the Hamilton Country Club course.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bulldogs top Plains; host Arlee Friday

It took a full four quarters to determine the outcome of the Mission-Plains high school football game last Friday night in Plains.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Big Arm Association serves hearty breakfast

There is a lot of history in the small community of Big Arm, on the southeast shore of Flathead Lake. And there was plenty of opportunity to share memories of the area’s 100-plus year history during a well-attended breakfast at the former Big Arm School.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Kislers new owners of Vine & Tap Bar

It was a “coming home party,” of sorts to the Flathead and Mission valleys for Dusty and Mandy Kisler in mid-August. Dusty grew up in Kalispell, while Mandy was raised in Eureka.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Polson IT specialists, custodians key personnel

Early in the 2018-19 school year, Polson School District Superintendent Rex Weltz took time to talk about maintenance issues and upgrading of the interior of buildings.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month events in Ronan

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and there is no better time to focus on the issue pertaining to the Flathead Indian Reservation.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

One injury in 'chain reaction' crash

Only one minor injury occurred in a three-vehicle “chain reaction” crash during the morning drive on Wednesday near Polson.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tickets for MVAS Puppy Party II on Sept. 7 going fast

If you’re thinking about going to Puppy Party II on the first Friday of September and you don’t yet have tickets, don’t wait until the last minute. It won’t be long before all 200 tickets to the Mission Valley Animal Shelter event will be sold out.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

MV Animal Shelter preps for Puppy Party II

They say, “Dog is man’s best friend.” But let’s not leave out the ladies’ appreciation for pets, and that includes the family cats.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Baldwin assumes superintendency at Arlee

Arlee Joint School District 8 has a new superintendent for the 2018-19 school year, and he is certainly familiar with the small-school scene.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Bop-A-Dips rock the house at regatta

Ready for some rock n’ roll and beach party music? Then you should attend a Bop-A-Dips concert.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpiper Art Fest vendors offer plethora of unique wares

Whenever you browse through booths at an arts and crafts show, there is always something new and unique to see. And some exceptional values.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Hendrickson, Evelo tops in show

Mission Valley Ranch Hands 4-H club members took the top two honors in Senior Beef Showmanship on Friday at the Lake County Fair in Ronan.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Davis costume contest champ

Jackson Davis of Ronan has a knack for coming up with prize-winning costumes for the Lake County 4-H Fair.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Fair Ranch Rodeo fun for everyone

Six hard-working teams competed for honors, or just for the fun of it, at the Ranch Rodeo during the Lake County Fair on Saturday afternoon at the Ronan Fairgrounds arena. The youth and adult rodeos were sponsored by the Lake County Fair Board.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

SAMHSA event addresses suicide ideations

SAMHSA is an acronym unfamiliar to most people. But the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has important meaning to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) of the Flathead Nation.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Scouts, Elks member erect downtown flag brackets

Wasp nests in light pole boxes in downtown Polson did not deter a group of Boy Scout Troop 1947, their scoutmaster and a Mission Valley Elks member from erecting new brackets to hold American flags last weekend.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Fire early Monday consumes home on Mollman Pass Trail

No one was injured during a house fire that consumed a single-story structure early Monday morning, July 16 southeast of Ronan

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Cherry Festival Quilt Show winners announced Thursday

Quilting is a popular hobby in the Mission Valley, and some of the best handmade projects have surfaced during the 10th annual Cherry Festival Quilt Show in Polson. The show is sponsored by All In Stitches, the downtown quilt shop.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Stipe addresses issues at Pachyderm meeting

Lake County Commissioner Dave Stipe addressed the county’s stance on trust land and the county budget while serving as the guest speaker at the Lake County Pachyderm Club meeting last Friday, July 13. The meeting was held at the Polson Rural Fire Hall on Regatta Road near the fairgrounds.

LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO