Western News

May 16, 2025 7 a.m.

2025 Montana Budget: Balanced, Responsible and Delivering Tax Relief

Our $3.5 billion annual General Fund budget prioritizes what I call the “Big Three”:...

May 16, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

May 16, 2025 7 a.m.

Montana’s growth depends on smart investment policy

That’s why recent discussions in Washington about raising taxes on investments, specifically carried interest, are so concerning.

May 16, 2025 midnight

Legals for May, 16 2025

May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby Loggers celebrate Senior Night with big wins

Libby honored Peyton Waggoner, Madison Vincent and Rachel Kosters...

May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

Pied-in-the-face principals highlight Libby Spirit Assembly

Capping the school week Friday, sixth-grade students in the Libby Educational...

May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

Title III money buoys county first responders

Retiring county Forester Jennifer Nelson began squirreling away...

May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

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 anniversary this year.