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Gehring Memorial Field cameras lead to burglary arrest
The coach had security video of the incident and believed items were stolen.
Voices in the Wilderness: The grizzly ate my lunch
“Wait a minute!” I said to myself, “That’s not yesterday’s track. It snowed last night. He’s still bleeding, he’s still here, and I’m guessing pretty mad.”
Birth announcement
Shawn and Aleta Davis, along with Family Birth Services, are pleased to announce the birth of Elowen Dill. Baby Elowen was born May 17, 2024.
State officials will host local public meeting on OU 3 plan
The public meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, in the Ponderosa Room, Libby City Hall.
Community briefs
To be included on the dean’s list, a student must receive...
Troy Public Schools gets grant to keep kids fed during summer
No Kid Hungry is also helping families find summer meals near them through our Free Meals Finder map and texting hotline. Parents and caregivers can text the word “FOOD” (or “COMIDA”) to 304-304 to find sites in th…
Birds of prey enthrall local nature lovers
Janie Veltkamp opened Birds of Prey Northwest and celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2023.
Libby man accused of assaulting infant son
Payne made his initial court appearance on May 28...
Northwest Montana sees four fatal accidents in last week
According to a press release, callers said the vehicle crashed into some trees and burned.
Health officials issue alert for Diamond Shruumz products
Ten patients were hospitalized and several patients required intubation, mechanical ventilation and admission to an intensive care unit.
Wildfire season arrives in northwest Montana
The Pine Creek Fire, caused when a tree fell on a powerline, is located on the Three Rivers Ranger District, northwest of Troy in the Yaak Hill area.
Multi-year black bear population and habitat study expands to more areas around state
While genetic sampling will occur in northwest Montana, GPS collaring efforts will be replicated not only in northwest Montana but several other areas around t…
Mystery snails turn up in Flathead Lake
Earlier this spring, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks personnel identified two species that were the result of aquarium dumps.
Managers confident Flathead Lake will fully fill, but late summer could pose challenges
Assistant state climatologist, Energy Keepers representative present to Water Policy Interim Committee.
Sheriff's Office blotter
A mother called to report an explosive in her son’s bedroom in the 1200 block of Big Bend Road, Libby.
Elementary school lunch running club piles up the miles
These students enjoyed earning special charms for each mile they completed.