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program. Double SNAP is offered at markets in Polson, Ronan and Mission Falls. Seniors in the community can also get access to senior farmers market coupons through Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. The Ronan market has developed an online market so customers can order their groceries and pay through a website. The market will pack items up and deliver them to the customer’s car for contactfree pickup. “It’s always good to support
our local folks and make sure we’re thriving together,” Neskey said. “Keeping our dollars local is important.” The Arlee Farmers Market postponed its start for the season. The Mission Falls Market in St. Ignatius is held every Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the pavilion in the Good Old Days park. The Ronan Farmers Market is held every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. behind the Visitor’s Center. The Polson Farmers Market happens each Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on 3rd Avenue West.
Story by Mary Auld for the Valley M O N TA N A S U M M E R
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