General News
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Libby man admits violating order of protection
The order was served to Miles Nov. 9 by county Sheriff’s Office Deputy Andrew Smith.
Libby woman dies in traffic crash on Bull Lake Road
The driver and the passenger, the 32-year-old woman, were ejected from the Wrangler. She was taken by air transport to Logan Health in Kalispell where she died of her injuries.
Canada wildfire smoke generating unhealthy local conditions
National Weather Service predictions for Troy and Libby say haze and hot weather through Sunday afternoon. Areas of smoke will persist on Thursday and Friday w…
Lincoln Co. gets failing grade for short-term air pollution
Most of the pollution detailed in this year’s report stems from small “particulate matter.” That is smoke and microscopic debris found suspended in the air from the fires.
Rosendale proposes defunding conservation land programs
Four bills would zero out Land and Water Conservation Funding for National Park Service, BLM, USFS and Fish and Wildlife Service
Local expert explains unique form of communication: Morse Code
Pretty much everyone knows the familiar sound of Morse code when they hear it, but not everyone knows what is being said.
County residents can win cash in Montana Meth Project's art contest
Three $10,000 grand prizes to be awarded to teen, adult and popular vote winners. One winner could win up to $20,000.
County gets money to continue treatment court
Costing a fraction of incarceration, treatment courts help non-violent offenders rebuild their lives through treatment, recovery, counseling, education and job…
Former Libby man accused of drug trafficking
The traffic stop allegedly turned up nearly one pound of methamphetamine in a vehicle Rosenlund was driving on Nov. 14, 2022.
North Idaho's Silverwood Theme Park celebrates 35 years
The park, about 20 miles north of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, just off U.S. 95, has more than 70 rides, slides, shows and attractions.
Libby Food Pantry still providing for its community
After about one year the pantry has settled into a new building but it has also noticed new costs.
Libby man gets suspended sentence for DUI conviction
Lincoln County Attorney Marcia Boris and Ague’s defense attorney, Sean Hinchey, made a deal that called for a 5-year suspended sentence and that’s what Lincoln…
Yaak WINGS event raises $55k for cancer victims
The generosity of the Lincoln County community continues year after year to help local cancer patients with expenses related to their treatment.
Good times at the Lil Anglers Fishing Derby
There aren't too many better ways to spend a warm, sunny day than fishing.
Libby City Council renews contract to plan recreation
Over the last five years, and likely even 10 years, recreation has become a major driving factor in where people would like to live, Petrusha said.
Boaters should be prepared for high water dangers this spring
The combination of high water and high expectations can be deadly when conditions are too extreme for safe bo