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New court filings in Port suit allege more wrongdoing by county
And some of it could potentially lead to criminal charges against...
Residents endorse state plans to add acreage to conservation easement
At a March 5 public meeting, long-time Happy’s Inn resident Mark Maskill praised the plan as a “common sense solution” to combat the subdivision and developmen…
Local performers, students excel in 'High School Musical'
Karacters President Brian Bell decided the previous collaboration with...
Transient man gets state prison time for police chase conviction
Lee, who was held in the Lincoln County Detention Center before being taken to the facility...
From the ashes: Noxon faces uncertain future
Kevin Johnson sidles up to the stretch of countertop by the entrance to his Noxon store and flashes a friendly, but tight smile. He knows what’s coming; he’s h…
Monthly business journal Insights to launch in April
A new journal focusing on the economic and entrepreneurial trends that shape Northwest Montana's business communities will make its debut next month.
Libby convict returned to jail after violating release terms
Erik Lynn McQueen, 41, who has multiple prior convictions for assault and...
Tax simplification changes now in effect for Montana
However, some new deductions were added, including a $5,500 subtraction for taxpayers 65 and older.
Montana Legislators offer utilities looser liability laws in exchange for increased wildfire mitigation strategies
Utility companies that “substantially followed” an approved wildfire mitigation plan may not be found civilly liable for damages resulting from a wildfire.
County awards landfill expansion contract to Washington firm
County Health Department Director Kathi Hooper said her research through GreatWest Engineering indicated...
WILD ART-Libby VFD members climb against cancer
Four members of the Libby Volunteer Fire Department...
From the ashes: The day Noxon burned down
Jim Byler can’t remember off the top of his head when the first call came in.
Libby VFD receives $7,185 Roundup for Safety grant
The Libby Volunteer Fire Department received $7,185 to fund extrication equipment.
State mobilizes ‘rapid response event’ to address federal layoffs
In Lincoln County, the Job Service center is located at 417 Mineral Ave., Suite 4 in Libby. They can be reached at 293-6282 or by email at LibbyJSC@mt.gov.
State alleges LPD officer offered underage woman alcohol, solicited sex
Buckner became the subject of a state investigation in 2024 following a complaint made against him.
Man caught following chase in Libby Dam area by county, federal law officers
The man, who a county officer said was not a local resident, was described as having a violent history.