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February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Inmate seeks better educational opportunities at Warm Springs

By investing in such initiatives, we can help patients develop new skills, improve their mental health and increase their chances of successful reintegration into the community.

February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Application deadline for Smith River permits is Feb. 15

Applicants can apply for a Smith River float permit online through the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Online Licenses Service...

Dale Alfred Gerald Gardner
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Dale Alfred Gerald Gardner

Dale Alfred Gerald Gardner


FWP expands study of South Fork elk herds to Bob Marshall Wilderness
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

FWP expands study of South Fork elk herds to Bob Marshall Wilderness

FWP biologists are conducting this effort in response to declines in elk numbers and poor calf recruitment...

Lloyd Esbon Bache
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Lloyd Esbon Bache

Lloyd Esbon Bache

Louis (Louie) L. Jenkins
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Louis (Louie) L. Jenkins

Louis (Louie) L. Jenkins


Rexford man sentenced for partner assault
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Rexford man sentenced for partner assault

She told the deputy she was sleeping on the couch when Sims started...

Local health care providers get training in sepsis
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Local health care providers get training in sepsis

Wednesday, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center hosted a special training event for its...

February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Berm jumping leads to felony charge

After getting a description of the man from the employee, Pitman spoke to...


February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Sheriff's Office blotter

A citizen reported a neighbor pointing a gun at her as they drove past each other on Othorp Lake Road, Rexford.

February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Trump energy policy aims to unplug Endangered Species Act

Executive orders direct agencies to minimize consultations, giving priority to energy, mining permits.

February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Report: If Medicaid expansion ends, be prepared to pay more for private insurance

The study says more than half of Montana could become uninsured.


Libby man pleads not guilty to violating protective order
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby man pleads not guilty to violating protective order

According to charging documents, Judge Cuffe issued a Temporary Order of Protection Nov. 7, 2024, against...

Yaak Outhouse races offer a cure for cabin fever
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Yaak Outhouse races offer a cure for cabin fever

Sunday, Feb. 16, the Yaak will celebrate winter with the annual Yaak River Tavern and Mercantile Outhouse Races.

County officials continue effort to improve animal shelter
February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

County officials continue effort to improve animal shelter

The commissioners were unanimous in their support for the county to run the facility.


February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Are passenger trains entering a golden age or reaching the end of the line?

Amid shifting political winds in Washington, D.C., and aging equipment across the country, passenger rail in Montana faces an uncertain future.

February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby Public School holding trustee election

For those interested in serving as a trustee, they will need to obtain a declaration of intent form at the Libby Public Schools Business Office at 724 Louisiana Ave., Libby.

February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

The Lever said Musk’s move, reportedly approved by Trump’s new Treasury Secretary, gave him access to $6 trillion in annual federal transactions, and access to his business competitors’ info and Americans’ personal info.


February 7, 2025 7 a.m.

Montana leaders are ignoring the real priorities facing the Treasure State

These representatives are not paying attention to the people they represent enough to even know our basic needs.

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Legals for February, 7 2025