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Libby traffic accident draws local first responders

First responders were at the scene ...

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Libby convict accused of using treatment for dating service

In a court filing that sought to revoke his original sentence, authorities said he struggled with his addiction issues and …

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Ross Creek Cedars closed to motorized traffic in 2026

While the road is closed to motorized vehicles, it remains open for public access via hiking or biking.

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Community briefs

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Troy man found guilty in road-rage incident

O’Toole was first charged with one felony count of...

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One dead, two injured after national park bear attacks

The last human fatality caused by a bear in Glacier occurred in 1998 in the Two Medicine Valley.

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Libby Legion Auxiliary gearing up for Poppy Day, Memorial Day events

Auxiliary volunteers will be distributing poppies from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at Ace Hardware, Empire Foods, …

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Friends of Scotchman Peaks launches new hike challenge

To celebrate the end of the challenge and kick off summer trail season, FSPW will host National Trails Day celebrations …

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Montana man killed in UTV crash in Lincoln Co.

The single-vehicle crash happened on Mt. Marston Road...

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Troy's Haggerty chosen to coach in VFW Softball Classic

Haggerty will be joined by two assistant coaches...

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U.S. Sen. Sheehy tours south Lincoln County

District 3 Commissioner Noel Duram talked about the importance of forestry...

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Eureka school bond fails

According to the preliminary final results on the county Election Results page, 1,021 voters said no to the bond while …

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Wildfire forecast, part 1: The heat is on

Calls to consolidate Forest Service, Interior firefighters stalled in 2025, but may revive as 2026 weather forecasts heat up.

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More changes in the works for NW Montana fishing regs

FWP will host a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14 at the Region 1 office, 490 North Meridian …

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Short seeks third term as Lincoln Co. sheriff

Short said furthering the efforts of building a new jail and mountaintop repeaters in the...

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