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Libby Legion Auxiliary donates military service animal books to library
The Auxiliary pays tribute to the sacrifices and heroic deeds of service animals and their handlers throughout Wor…
Gov. Gianforte signs MEPA bills into law
Bills Republicans sponsored in the wake of the Held v. Montana youth climate enter the state’s legal framework.
Libby man accused of witness tampering
On March 31, the assault victim informed Lincoln County Sheriff’s deputies that...
Local’s Eagle Scout project in honor of those who served
After getting the unanimous support of councilors at the April 21 Libby City Council meeting...
Troy High School hosting annual art show May 20
Christina Hammer and Bella O’Day will showcase works from their entire school career.
Howell returns to work as county elections seek stability
Howell spoke to The Western News on Election Night, Tuesday, May 6, about the situation and her return to the job she was hired to do in May 2023.
Libby woman sentenced for selling meth, prescription drugs
Rowe, who entered and left the courtroom with the aid of a...
Title III money buoys county first responders
Retiring county Forester Jennifer Nelson began squirreling away...
CARD, feds fight back against BNSF's effort to collect on lawsuit
The federal government joined CARD’s effort to keep its doors open, serving the patients who have grown to rely on its treatment and support for 25 years.
Libby's Heritage Museum set to open Saturday
Opening day events will include a special presentation by local historian Jeff Gruber. He will share the story of the Libby Dam, which is celebrating its 50th …
Dozens battle large wildfire in Lincoln Co.
Fire officials said dry and windy conditions apparently allowed a slow simmering fire to grow quickly Friday and Saturday.
Pied-in-the-face principals highlight Libby Spirit Assembly
Capping the school week Friday, sixth-grade students in the Libby Educational...
FWP hosts workshops to get input for new mule deer management plan
The new Statewide Mule Deer Management Plan will reflect public concerns...
Lincoln County voters pick school trustees; dump Libby levy
Libby School District voters defeated the request by a more than two to one margin.
Libby's CARD Clinic closed following court ruling
BNSF’s involvement relates to asbestos-contaminated vermiculite in the rail yard that a 2024 federal jury said was a considerable factor in the negligent death…