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Ryggs Johnston storms to Australian Open title
December 3, 2024 7 a.m.

Ryggs Johnston storms to Australian Open title

The 24-year-old carded a closing 68 at Kingston Heath to finish 18 under par while taking home the Stonehaven Cup.

Rexford man pleads to assaulting girlfriend
December 3, 2024 7 a.m.

Rexford man pleads to assaulting girlfriend

The victim, who has a 2-year-old child with...

December 3, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby OKs safety measures; considers distracted driving

Libby City councilors approved a number of new traffic restrictions during Monday’s meeting aimed at making Mineral Avenue a safer place for pedestrians and motorists.

Eureka man pleads guilty to felony drug charge
December 3, 2024 7 a.m.

Eureka man pleads guilty to felony drug charge

Dunsing first appeared in Lincoln County District Court and pleaded...

Libby man hospitalized following house fire
December 3, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby man hospitalized following house fire

Fire crews, Libby Volunteer Ambulance, Libby Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and Flathead Electric were on the scene...

State OKs $ for natural resource work in county
November 29, 2024 7 a.m.

State OKs $ for natural resource work in county

Locally, state officials held a meeting in Libby earlier this summer and accepted written comments suggesting how the money should be spent.

November 29, 2024 7 a.m.

Former Libby man accused of custodial interference

The grandmother then had to obtain a court order to...

LHS choir members named All-Northwest performers
November 29, 2024 7 a.m.

LHS choir members named All-Northwest performers

Long-time music teacher Lorraine Braun lauded senior Keyera Haischer, Caleb Hart and freshman Vivian Cole for...

Boswell Jr. takes over as new Troy mayor
November 29, 2024 7 a.m.

Boswell Jr. takes over as new Troy mayor

Councilor Tyler Roland Boswell Jr. was sworn in Monday, Nov. 18.

November 29, 2024 7 a.m.

Warrant issued for Troy man accused of partner assault

But Kelso missed a pre-trial conference on...

Mineral Avenue business owners seek safety changes
November 26, 2024 7 a.m.

Mineral Avenue business owners seek safety changes

Also talked about were the failure of motorists to stop at the crosswalks...

Gehring Memorial Field cameras lead to burglary arrest
November 26, 2024 7 a.m.

Gehring Memorial Field cameras lead to burglary arrest

The coach had security video of the incident and believed items were stolen.

One man dead in Frazey Loop incident
November 25, 2024 10:30 a.m.

One man dead in Frazey Loop incident

Based on statements from the victim, witnesses and...

Answering the call: Six new EMTs join Libby Volunteer Ambulance
November 22, 2024 7 a.m.

Answering the call: Six new EMTs join Libby Volunteer Ambulance

To become an EMT, individuals must be certified by...

November 22, 2024 7 a.m.

LOR hosting second volunteer drive Saturday at Memorial Center

Pastries from the Amish Farm to Market, Tiffany's, Coffee from Camp Creek Roasters and an assortment...

November 22, 2024 7 a.m.

County announces new info on Green Box sites

The new hours of operation begin Monday, Nov. 25 and the schedule, provided by county...

November 22, 2024 7 a.m.

Two jailed after alleged separate police chases

Allen is facing several misdemeanor charges, including...

Libby's government study commission ready for work
November 22, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby's government study commission ready for work

D.C. Orr, Karen Dinkins and Vince Backen will spend the next...

New felony charge for Washington man convicted of indecent exposure
November 19, 2024 7 a.m.

New felony charge for Washington man convicted of indecent exposure

A Washington man hauled off an Amtrak train in Libby after...

Libby's Johnston earns European Tour card for '25
November 19, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby's Johnston earns European Tour card for '25

The DP World Tour is known as the PGA European Tour and features the top pro golfers in Europe.

Libby Elementary School students enjoy Red Ribbon festivities
November 19, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby Elementary School students enjoy Red Ribbon festivities

Children of parents who talk to their teens regularly about drugs are 42% less likely to use drugs than those who don’t.

November 19, 2024 7 a.m.

Montana DEQ stops public review of Montanore Mine permits

According to a news release from DEQ, Public Notice No. MT-24-13 incorrectly indicated that the purpose...

November 19, 2024 7 a.m.

Green Box sites affected in county deal to haul trash

Evergreen did agree to a two-year deal to take care of garbage pickup until the county is ready to take over.

November 19, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby man takes Alford plea in road rage incident

According to the alleged victim, Swartzenberger pulled on to U.S. 2 near...

Elderly Libby man accused of exposing himself
November 15, 2024 7 a.m.

Elderly Libby man accused of exposing himself

Paxson was taken into custody Oct. 13.

Libby man facing two felony charges following alleged drunken incident
November 15, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby man facing two felony charges following alleged drunken incident

The alleged victim said she got the formula...

Area youth learn about wildlife, nature at Libby Dam Youth Hunt
November 15, 2024 7 a.m.

Area youth learn about wildlife, nature at Libby Dam Youth Hunt

Two of the teachers included Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks game wardens, Sawyer Johnson and Jacob Haberlock.

Finding a healthy balance between trappers and dogs
November 15, 2024 7 a.m.

Finding a healthy balance between trappers and dogs

Montana K9 Safety, based in Bigfork, has partnered with FWP and trappers in an effort to minimize the risk and educate dog owners...

Hecla moving forward with efforts to operate Montanore mine
November 12, 2024 7 a.m.

Hecla moving forward with efforts to operate Montanore mine

According to a press release from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, it has drafted a new...

Libby’s Ron Adamson pens first book
November 12, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby’s Ron Adamson pens first book

Adamson will be at Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co. from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday night to sell and sign copies of the book.

Lincoln County honors its military veterans
November 12, 2024 7 a.m.

Lincoln County honors its military veterans

The presentation saw performances by the high school choir and band, a presentation of colors by members of the Harper Erdman...

November 12, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby woman charged with assault following police shooting

According to the charging document filed...

Yaak residents fundraising to fix community hall
November 8, 2024 7 a.m.

Yaak residents fundraising to fix community hall

The structure, built in 1925, will see its 100th year next July 4 and...

Noel Duram claims county Commissioner seat
November 8, 2024 7 a.m.

Noel Duram claims county Commissioner seat

QQQDuram, a Republican, collected 66% of the votes...

Several events planned in county for Veterans Day
November 8, 2024 7 a.m.

Several events planned in county for Veterans Day

At 6:30 p.m. Friday, the Kootenai Valley Christian School will hold its annual program at the Libby Christian Church.

High-speed chase suspect back in jail following alleged violations
November 8, 2024 7 a.m.

High-speed chase suspect back in jail following alleged violations

Covey, who pleaded not guilty Feb. 26 to multiple felony charges following the...

Libby woman, toddler son escape home fire
November 8, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby woman, toddler son escape home fire

According to Libby Volunteer Fire Chief Steve Lauer, the woman suffered...

New city park mural adds to Libby's beauty
November 8, 2024 7 a.m.

New city park mural adds to Libby's beauty

Twenty-one students played various roles in the mural...

November 5, 2024 7 a.m.

Troy man jailed on two counts of felony arson

According to the probable cause statement by Troy Police Chief Travis Miller...

Northwest Montana man gets prison time for violating probation
November 5, 2024 7 a.m.

Northwest Montana man gets prison time for violating probation

Wilson sentenced him to a six-year deferred term on May 15, 2024, but court documents indicate Heil continued to struggle...

November 1, 2024 7 a.m.

County residents prepare to cast their votes Nov. 5

Polls will close at 8 p.m. There are three polling locations in the county, including...

CASA of Lincoln County welcomes six new special advocates
November 1, 2024 7 a.m.

CASA of Lincoln County welcomes six new special advocates

The volunteers completed 30 hours of pre-service training and took an oath to...

Libby's Farmer, Watson medal at state cross country championships
November 1, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby's Farmer, Watson medal at state cross country championships

The Loggers last had multiple medalists in...

Libby man pleads not guilty to knife assault
November 1, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby man pleads not guilty to knife assault

According to charging documents, the incident occurred...

October 29, 2024 7 a.m.

County seeks to increase landfill while debating haul costs

The proposed expansion includes approximately 17.4 acres of property located...

Eureka man accused of magic mushroom grow operation
October 29, 2024 7 a.m.

Eureka man accused of magic mushroom grow operation

Davis was arrested at his home Oct. 9 on Therriault Creek Road...

Troy seeks new mayor after Ekstedt resigns
October 25, 2024 7 a.m.

Troy seeks new mayor after Ekstedt resigns

Current Mayor Chuck Ekstedt resigned at...

October 25, 2024 7 a.m.

Meth left behind in room leads to drug charge

The next morning, an employee saw...

Libby's Bailey a straight shooter at Montana Skeet Championships
October 25, 2024 7 a.m.

Libby's Bailey a straight shooter at Montana Skeet Championships

The titles were firsts for Bailey, a registered skeet shooter for 15 years.

County inks deal with Forest Service to increase WUI work
October 25, 2024 7 a.m.

County inks deal with Forest Service to increase WUI work

In a nutshell, the Master Stewardship Agreement opens the door for the county to thin stands of trees on national forest lands adjacent to developed private properties.