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Libby woman accused of stealing pickup truck
When Huff contacted the owner of the truck, he was...
New charge for Washington man accused of indecent exposure
Brown had another felony case filed against him recently for an assault in the Lincoln County Detention Center.
Kootenai Klassic a true measure of Libby civic pride
We rely heavily on wrestling families and community members to volunteer their time and energy to make the tournament a success.
Local briefs
In addition to the school assemblies, they will perform for the public in the Libby Elementary School Gym at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12.
Man wounded in accidental shooting
The caller reported that an adult male at the residence had accidentally shot himself in the lower leg while handling a pistol.
Advocates speak as county commissioners ponder library system future
The commissioners will hold a final meeting at 11 a.m. Monday, March 11 and accept public comment before deciding if they’ll put it on the ballot.
Sheriff's Office blotter
A deputy responded to the site of illegal dumping on U.S. Forest Service land on Pipe Creek Road.
Suspect in Libby police chase appears in court
Covey is being held in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $2.5 million bail.
Man accused of Gravel Pit Fire still waiting on mental health evaluation
According to charging documents, Eutsler previously lived in Williamstown, New Jersey. But he was described as living in his van at the time of the offense.
Arrest warrant issued for Yaak man who assaulted his wife
Cuffe granted a two-week continuance, but following a second consecutive no-show, issued a $15,000 arrest warrant.
Cabinet Peaks introduces physician-based hospitalists program to enhance patient care
This innovative approach ensures that patients receive specialized, round-the-clock attention from skilled medical professionals throughout their hospital stay.
Flathead Electric participates in project aimed at improving power grid
As part of the study, participating cooperatives, including Flathead Electric, will pilot distributed energy resource (DER) programs that utilize software to shift or reduce electric demand from participating membe…
Libby Ranger District seeks comment on roadside fuel break plan
The project area occurs in the Granite Creek, Big Cherry Creek, Lower Libby Creek and Flower Creek drainages.
Sen. Bob Brown appointed to run state lottery
Before entering public service, Brown spent most of his professional career as a general contractor in the construction industry and five years as a special ne…
Fire destroys three Noxon businesses
Fire departments from Noxon, with mutual aid provided by Trout Creek and Heron fire departments, battled the fire in the small town’s main business district.
County changes course for replacing hot water boilers
Lincoln County Maintenance Director Joe Nagle brought the matter of the leaking hot water boiler, installed in 1978, to the commissioners on Feb. 7.