Philipsburg
Philipsburg, MT · Education
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Corvallis student earns spot on world dance stage
A chance conversation backstage at a dance competition in Great Falls has turned into an international opportunity for 15-year-old Madi Needles of Corvallis. The Corvallis High School sophomore will represent the United States at the International Dance Organization’s World Jazz Championships, November 26-29, in Podčetrtek, Slovenia. It started...
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Lake County Leader
Polson's season ends with playoff loss to defending state champion Frenchtown
The Polson Pirates saw their football season come to an end Friday night, falling 56-19 to defending State A champion Frenchtown in the opening round of the Class A playoffs. Despite the loss, the Pirates received a boost from the return of quarterback Case Cox, who had missed the previous six games. Cox threw for 241 yards and three touchdowns, connecting with Ben Aldridge for two scores and Eli Emerson for another. Frenchtown wasted little time taking control, as Eli Nahapation returned the opening kickoff 90 yards for a touchdown to give the Broncs an immediate 7-0 lead. The Broncs extended their lead to 14-0 on a 40-yard touchdown run by Cooper Hardy before quarterback Cody Forthofer added a 9-yard scoring run early in the second quarter to push the advantage to 21-0. Polson answered with its first touchdown of the night when Cox connected with Aldridge on a 25-yard scoring pass. Roman Sawyer added the extra point, cutting the deficit to 21-7. Frenchtown responded with a 25-yard touchdown pass from Cody Forthofer to his brother, Jake Forthofer, giving the Broncs a commanding 28-7 lead at halftime. The Pirates continued to battle in the second half, with Cox finding Aldridge
Bigfork Eagle
Lake County Leader
Salish Kootenai College becomes Séliš Ksanka Ql̓ispé University
Salish Kootenai College formally announced on Friday, Oct. 30, that it will begin its 50th anniversary celebration next fall by rebranding as Séliš Ksanka Ql̓ispé University. SKC President Michael Munson said this name change recognizes all the tribes of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Nation and reflects the growth of an institution built through “vision, determination and care of those who came before us.” She said it also creates a wealth of opportunities for both students and the institution. “Our founders were driven by our ancestors' charge that the education necessary to strengthen our people would be rooted in our cultures, our languages and our homes,” Munson said. “That commitment guides us today.” Munson explained that this change reflects what SKC is already offering. The college has functioned like a university, offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees and cutting-edge research. She added that this change recognized what it intends to be. The college’s mission and vision remain unchanged. “Thank you for helping carry this institution forward. Its story belongs to generations of people who believe in what education could make possible for our communities,” she said. “We are proud to honor that legacy as we begin the next chapter together.” Board
Valley Press - Mineral Independent
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Salish Kootenai College announces transition to university
RONAN, Mont. — Salish Kootenai College, SKC, announced they will be moving from a college into a university, gaining the recognition as a university educational institution. Salish Kootenai college will transition to Sélis, Ksanka, Ql̓ispé University. The proposed name recognizes the Salish and Kootenai nation's culture and language.
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Char-Koosta News
SKC Founders Remembered During Week Long Celebration
PABLO — Salish Kootenai College kicked off its annual Founders Week with “Honoring Our Roots,” a talking circle where community members, elders, and longtime staff swapped stories about the people who built the tribal college. October 26th at SKC’s Johnny Arlee/Victor Charlo Theater. The event, started...
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Whitefish Pilot
Photos: Senior night and a final walk across Memorial Field
Memorial Field, the home of Whitefish High School football since 1956, hosted its final regular season game on Friday, Oct. 23, marking the end of 70 years of memories. During halftime the senior football and golf players had the last senior night held at the venue. At the conclusion of the game, alumni and current players gathered for a final walk across at the field. Golf player Saige Smith at the last senior night at Memorial Field on Oct. 23. (Kelsey Evans/Whitefish Pilot) Golf senior night at Memorial Field on Oct. 23. (Kelsey Evans/Whitefish Pilot) Rhylee Scott at the last senior night at Memorial Field on Oct. 23, 2026. (Kelsey Evans/Whitefish Pilot) Wyatt Scott at the last senior night at Memorial Field on Oct. 23, 2026. (Kelsey Evans/Whitefish Pilot) Golf senior night at Memorial Field on Oct. 23. (Kelsey Evans/Whitefish Pilot) Senior Austin Alton at the last senior night ever held at Memorial Field on Oct. 23. (Kelsey Evans/Whitefish Pilot) Senior Jayke Thew at the last senior night ever held at Memorial Field on Oct. 23. (Kelsey Evans/Whitefish Pilot) Senior Keenan Curtiss at the last senior night ever held at Memorial Field on Oct. 23. (Kelsey Evans/Whitefish Pilot) Senior Keonye
Whitefish Pilot
New Whitefish High School track will get boost thanks to donor
The Whitefish School Board last week accepted a $50,712 donation from the Whitefish Community Foundation on behalf of an anonymous donor to support the high school track expansion, specifically for improvements to the long jump runway and pit. The board has discussed “beyond the bond” opportunities for donors before, but noted that this was an exciting, more specific donation. The budget for the Whitefish High School expansion is on track with 38% spent or $13,696,975. The athletic project is about 65% complete, and the academic phase is about 35% finished. The wrestling room is tracking to be complete in mid-November. Owner’s representative Luke Hamman said there shouldn’t be any exposed openings to classrooms as winter approaches. The athletic field buildings should continue to see progress throughout the winter. “Aside from landscaping, things won't stop unless they have to,” he said. The contingencies are healthy, Hamman said. There are generally fewer contingency uses on the back end of the project than in the beginning, and there could be funds leftover which could affect options like the field’s scoreboard choice, he said. Whitefish High School Principal Kerry Drown noted synergy in the community with another successful homecoming. Nearly 3,000 people attended the