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Outdoor sporting groups appeal federal court ruling on gray wolf protections
A judge this week Judge ruled that U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service must reconsider decision about relisting wolves …
Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond
Texas, which has been suffering a record-breaking heat wave, is getting backlash from a state bill, to activate in September, which would eliminate water breaks for construction workers.
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Bill aims to ease path to homeownership for volunteer firefighters
The bill allows volunteers to participate in that loan program even if their income exceeds the maximum allowable income level by up to $18,000.
State revenue department hears property tax concerns
Libby was one of many communities across Montana that has or will host local meetings where state officials attempted to allay those fears.
Plan to raise Flathead Lake level torpedoed by water management team
After deliberating for nearly two hours, members of the Columbia River Technical Management Team said the plan wouldn’t be compliant with state and federal laws, nor would it actually mitigate the negative effects …
Libby woman accused of assaulting partner with metal bucket
The person who called 911 said a man had been hit in the face with a beer bottle.
Police say Troy woman struck man with whiskey bottle
A conviction for assault with a weapon may result in a 20-year sentence.
Libby man dies in crash near Happy's Inn
The man was not wearing a seat belt and speed was a suspected factor in the crash.
Man killed in Kalispell attack was from Eureka
Bryan, 60, was from Eureka and had most recently been a tenant at the former Vacationer Motel in Kalispell, according to intake paperwork from the shelter.
State conservation license now required for some sites
Increased use of state lands — particularly fishing access sites and wildlife management areas — has pushed up maintenance costs, according to officials with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
Libby man accused of burglary, witness tampering
Daniel James Marozzo, 39, is facing three felony charges.
Unite for Youth continues youth support efforts
The organization has helped bring SEEDS training to schools.
Libby man jailed after Russian roulette turns deadly
Keigan I. Ball, 22, is in the Lincoln County Detention Center facing charges of negligent homicide and criminal endangerment after a May 27 incident south of Libby.
Libby ex-con faces more criminal charges
Joshua David Hoffman, 47, faces five counts, including one felony, after he allegedly was involved in a police chase.
Grizzly bears continue to spread across Montana
Grizzly bears haven’t lived there since the late 1800s, FWP said.