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NEWS

Boil water order lifted for Libby customers

Officials are still urging people with severely compromised immune systems, infants and some elderly that may be at increased risk …

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Cabinet Peaks Medical Center now offering genetic testing

This testing helps identify inherited risks for certain cancers and other genetic conditions, allowing patients and providers to make informed …

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Libby man accused of threatening teens with ax

Kidwell was arrested and taken to the Lincoln County Detention Center by...

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101-year-old `elk hunter carries on a family tradition

The group thought he missed, but when Neal walked over to the area where Dick had aimed...

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December deluge improves Montana snowpack

In some parts of Northwest Montana, nearly 2 feet of rain was recorded last month, which led to the historic …

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A new species makes for an unforgettable Christmas bird count

Gene, who taught science classes for Libby Public Schools for 35 years, was peering through...

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No coliforms found following latest Libby water testing

Sikes reported water samples were hand delivered to ME Labs in Kalispell Monday...

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State warns that harmful mine material may have been released during catastrophic floods

While most of the flooding affected areas south of Libby and Troy...

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CWD identified in four new hunting districts, FWP says

Regions 3, 4 and 6 all saw new hunting districts see CWD positives.

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Cabinet Peaks Medical Center welcomes first baby of 2026

Shane’s birth marked a joyful start to the new year for his parents, Joseph and Kristin Eby.

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Local community mourns loss of county undersheriff

Undersheriff Hyslop began his law enforcement career on May 22, 2013, when he was accepted as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff …

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Wagner Memorial fishing tourney inspires new anglers

“To see Ryan’s passion of fishing passed on to our future fishermen of the area, that’s the fun part,” Sartori …

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Journal study says tolerance for wolves increasing

A new study compares Montanans’ tolerance for wolves versus their tolerance for hunting them. Its conclusions might surprise you.

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Libby's Sharp continues to lead as VFW Commander

The VFW began the local water distribution Dec. 26 for area residents affected by the boil water order following massive …

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Skiers rejoice, Turner Mountain opens Saturday

The first chair lift is at 9:30 a.m. and the last chair is at 3:30 p.m.

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Libby's boil order continues to challenge city residents and businesses

A Lincoln County Health Department spokesperson said that the order to boil water from the city reservoirs could last another …

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Big Sky Now: How the Bobcats outlasted the Redbirds in an overtime thriller for the FCS National Championship

Host Luke Schmit is joined by Daily Inter Lake sports reporter Jon Allen to immediately break down Montana State’s FCS …

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