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New police officer joins City of Libby force
Luthey retired from the Ripon Police Department in October 2020 after a 26-year career. Ripon is a small town lo...
Libby woman dies after exiting moving vehicle on U.S. 2
The 32-year-old Libby woman, the passenger in the Tahoe, was upset and wanted to stop and get out at Happy’s Inn.
Libby cross country hosts Wilderness Run
Libby cross country runners Carmen Kohler and Rowen Sherbo...
Libby cross country hosts Wilderness Run
The event, with the Cabinet Mountains as the backdrop, last Saturday proved to be the same and top five finishers also received hand-made medals courtesy of ...
Locals experience the wonder of Messiah's Mansion
The museum came to Libby last week where area residents and school groups got the opportunity for an unique learning experience.
USS Montana Committee receives Heritage Guardian Award
The committee, with diverse stakeholders from across the state, played a critical role in imprinting the submarine’s shared spaces with iconic Montana imagery.
Nashville Nights events features country music stars
The son of legendary County Music Hall of Famer, Charley Pride, Dion has inherited his father’s talents.
Troy man accused of arson, burglary in R Place fire
Joseph Michael Haughton, 41, is charged with three felonies including two for arson and one for burglary.
Public meeting Sept. 18 for forest management near OU3 site
The purpose of the public meeting is to discuss potential Forest Service fuels and forest management activities on lands encircling the former zonolite mine and OU3.
Time running out to claim property tax rebates
About 70% of estimated potential claims have been approved.
Man charged, woman hospitalized after Libby bar stabbing
David Kenneth Reid, 38, is lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center after allegedly stabbing a woman in the Pastime Bar on Mineral Avenue.
Free lunch and learn event about life insurance
Toni-Lynn Backen Insurance Agency in Libby is hosting a free lunch and learn session at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 at Dorio’s Restaurant on California Avenue.
Troy VFW, first responders remember 9/11
Nearly 3,000 people died in the attacks carried out by 19 terrorists from al-Qaeda who hijacked four commercial airplanes and crashed them into the Twin Towe...
County commissioners question state's property tax calculations
According to MACo’s calculations, the total property tax for the governor’s Helena home in 2022 was $7,837.15; whereas in 2023, it is projected to be $7,407.55, which is a decrease of $429.60. Overall, Gov. Gianf...
Local residents hear county office relocation proposals
Increased parking and convenience for county residents were the main talking points from county employees who made their cases for consolidation.
Growth continues at organic certified Hoot Owl Farms
Rudy and Bonnie Geber expand their business into a secondary location in only a seven year span and host a Community Support Agriculture event.