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Flower Lake Road paving enhances access to recreation
September 5, 2023 7 a.m.

Flower Lake Road paving enhances access to recreation

Thanks to the perseverance of the Libby Outdoor Recreation Association, a section of Flower Lake Road is now paved.

September 5, 2023 7 a.m.

The brouhaha over BORZ designations in Lincoln Co.

What are BORZ and what do these designations mean?

Libby gears up for chainsaw carving competition
August 25, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby gears up for chainsaw carving competition

The event begins in downtown Libby on Thursday, Sept. 7.

August 25, 2023 7 a.m.

City's spoils pile removal proposal receives no bids

After years of trying to reimagine the pile's potential, it seems it will be left alone.

Tease photo
August 25, 2023 7 a.m.

Young professional spends summer aiding Libby Clinic

The disparity between urban and rural healthcare is something that organizations are trying to bridge with exposure.

Experts expect drought conditions to worsen in northwest Montana
August 15, 2023 7 a.m.

Experts expect drought conditions to worsen in northwest Montana

Tribal entities are implementing water use restrictions, and the rots of the drought lie in last winter's snowpack.

Dollar General stores coming to Libby, Eureka
August 11, 2023 7 a.m.

Dollar General stores coming to Libby, Eureka

Dollar General will become the third such store in Libby with an opening set for possibly later this year.

August 8, 2023 7 a.m.

State approves Cabinet Heights water main expansion

Six to eight homes are waiting on water after a moratorium was issued in response to an overburdened water pipe.

Fire restrictions moved to stage 2 in Lincoln Co.
August 4, 2023 7 a.m.

Fire restrictions moved to stage 2 in Lincoln Co.

After prolonged drought and little moisture, fire conditions are now extreme.

Libby native realizes long-time dream
July 28, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby native realizes long-time dream

A former Libby Logger will go on to serve her country and join the nursing profession.

Heritage Museum celebrates 45th anniversary with new exhibit
July 28, 2023 7 a.m.

Heritage Museum celebrates 45th anniversary with new exhibit

The museum is home to a vast collection of local, regional and U.S history.

July 18, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby welcomes new police officer; looks to extend memorandum

The memorandum of agreement, signed in April, is expected to be extended for one year by the city council.

Unite for Youth continues youth support efforts
July 14, 2023 7 a.m.

Unite for Youth continues youth support efforts

The organization has helped bring SEEDS training to schools.

July 7, 2023 7 a.m.

New parking requirement for residential builds

After drawing on past experience, city council decided that at least two parking spaces will be required for new residential buildings.

Jury determines CARD Clinic submitted false asbestos claims
July 4, 2023 7 a.m.

Jury determines CARD Clinic submitted false asbestos claims

False claims enrolled hundreds in Medicare when they were not eligible.

Troy educator nominated for teacher of year award
June 23, 2023 7 a.m.

Troy educator nominated for teacher of year award

She is being considered alongside other teachers throughout the state.

June 23, 2023 7 a.m.

Grant awarded to improve police health

New equipment will help keep new officers in shape.

June 20, 2023 7 a.m.

EPA recaps progress, looks at former mine site

Recreation activities in the area are not seen as a risk and the EPA hopes to clean up the area enough for other activities.

June 16, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby has a new definition for yard sales

Spring cleaners, estate sales and those moving should take note of the new definition of yard sale.

June 9, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby Police Chief outlines long road to hiring new officers

Becoming a police officer is a long and complicated process.

Libby educator studies how to retain teachers
June 2, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby educator studies how to retain teachers

A local school councilor looks into the issues facing schools in rural Montana.

June 2, 2023 7 a.m.

Environmental groups file suit over Koocanusa selenium levels

Environmental groups have filed suit against groups accused of working together to change the state's water standards.

May 30, 2023 7 a.m.

City code discussion draws plenty of comment

Proposed Libby ordinances aimed at clarifying the city code were changed after public involvement.

May 26, 2023 7 a.m.

Deadline looming to register to run in 2023 elections

There are three seats up coming up for election on the Libby City Council.

May 23, 2023 7 a.m.

Schools, police continue battle against teen nicotine use

The use of vapes is so prevalent that 'we never see cigarettes anymore,' school official says.

Libby Food Pantry still providing for its community
May 19, 2023 7 a.m.

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.

CARD wants increased role in Riverfront Park
May 16, 2023 7 a.m.

CARD wants increased role in Riverfront Park

In order to create a memorial and better facilitate public events CARD would like to help the city rent the pavilion at Riverfront Park.

May 16, 2023 7 a.m.

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.

Pink Bench Distilling hopes to open soon in Troy
May 12, 2023 7 a.m.

Pink Bench Distilling hopes to open soon in Troy

From the founders of the Troy Apple Festival comes a new way to enjoy Troy's fruits.

Libby's O'Rourke sets his sights on space
May 9, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby's O'Rourke sets his sights on space

Thankful for early learning from both high school classes and a childhood on a ranch, Isaac O'Rourke will spend the next school year working for the Borealis program funded by NASA.

Ercanbrack sworn in as new Libby Police of Chief
May 5, 2023 7 a.m.

Ercanbrack sworn in as new Libby Police of Chief

On Ercanbrack's first official day of duty, Monday, May 1, he attended the Libby City Council meeting and thanked Sergeant Ron Buckner.

April 28, 2023 7 a.m.

Housing costs attributed to local hiring challenges

At the last city council meeting one member of the public who spoke noted housing difficulties, which other organizations have noticed.

April 28, 2023 7 a.m.

State gives update on CWD numbers for the Libby area

Feeding wildlife is illegal for a number of reasons, including insurance rates, it brings in predators, and it has an impact on native deer.

April 25, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby approves new law enforcement agreement with county

A pay raise will allow for the policing of the city and provide support for county officers until the end of June.

City of Libby approves Ercanbrack as new Chief of Police
April 25, 2023 7 a.m.

City of Libby approves Ercanbrack as new Chief of Police

Ercanbrack, a former Libby High School student, will work to rebuild the police force.

Libby Logger concert band lauded in Seattle
April 21, 2023 7 a.m.

Libby Logger concert band lauded in Seattle

The band performed two pieces which were judged.

April 18, 2023 7 a.m.

2008 homicide conviction involving Troy man overturned

A Troy man was killed in a hit-and-run on New Year's Eve in 2008 and Katie Garding was charged for the homicide in 2013.

April 7, 2023 7 a.m.

Biden, Trudeau signal time has come to address pollution

The announcement comes after years of lobbying from stakeholder groups.

April 4, 2023 7 a.m.

Public hearings held to update local fire plans

Updates to mapping, priority designations and organization have been prepared by a diverse group of stakeholders.

March 31, 2023 7 a.m.

A blast of information from the past

After two years of uploading documents the Troy school has reconnected with its history.

City says its making progress on police situation
March 28, 2023 7 a.m.

City says its making progress on police situation

Chisholm also said that after the independent review, no criminal charges were referred to the attorney general.

March 24, 2023 7 a.m.

Tester asks Biden to tackle selenium pollution

As the president travels to Canada, Tester asks he keep Montana in mind.

Teck appeals $16 million in fines for Columbia watershed pollution
March 21, 2023 7 a.m.

Teck appeals $16 million in fines for Columbia watershed pollution

Shortly after the fines were levied the company announced they would restructure and they appealed the fines.

Lifelong climber brings sport to new generation
March 17, 2023 7 a.m.

Lifelong climber brings sport to new generation

The climbing gym will also have a 24-hour fitness area for members.

Grant supplies extra uniforms for Libby firefighters
March 10, 2023 7 a.m.

Grant supplies extra uniforms for Libby firefighters

Without an extra uniform some firefighters faced wearing contaminated clothing.

Tease photo
March 7, 2023 7 a.m.

Kootenai National Forest welcomes deputy forest supervisor

McRoberts brings plenty of expertise to the position, which has never been permanent before.

City to lose another police officer, OKs deal with county for administrative help
March 7, 2023 7 a.m.

City to lose another police officer, OKs deal with county for administrative help

In the latest city council meeting the council worked to provide administrative aid to the police department.

Libby School District honors persons of the year
March 7, 2023 midnight

Libby School District honors persons of the year

Breaking with tradition, the Libby School District chose to honor two individuals.

Troy partnership will result in more first responders
March 3, 2023 7 a.m.

Troy partnership will result in more first responders

The school and local emergency officials are working together to train nine new EMTs.

February 28, 2023 7 a.m.

City looks to spur development near golf course

By increasing the amount of water available in the area new housing opportunities could become available.