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Kootenai National Forest Trail Closures (July 31, 2007)
Spar Peak, Cub Creek, Little Spar Lake trails closed due to fire activity
Due to fire activity on the west side of Spar Peak the following trails on the Three Rivers Ranger District, Kootenai National Forest, are closed until further notice. The Spar Peak/Cub Creek Trail #324 is closed from the trailhead (T29N, R34W, SE ¼ SE ¼ Secti
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Vermilion Road Reconstruction (July 31, 2007)
Trout Creek, MT – The Vermilion River Road is undergoing reconstruction through August 30. This will result in temporary delays. The Resource Advisory Council of Sanders County approved funding for the Kootenai National Forest and Sanders County to reconstru
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Revett Minerals Reports on Mine Fatality (July 31, 2007)
Editor's Note: Revett Minerals sent out the media release posted below on Tuesday afternoon, July 31. We spoke with Scott Brunson, Chief Finanacial Officer with Revett in Spokane, Washington on Tuesday morning. We asked if the company had plans yet for service
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Troy mine accident kills one miner (July 31, 2007)
An accident at the Troy Revett mine has killed one miner. The accident occurred about 11:30am Monday morning, July 30 and confirmed by the Revett General offices in Spokane, Washington. The name of the miner is being withheld.
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MountainJam in Libby August 4 (July 31, 2007)
J. Neils Memorial Park
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 4th, for the MountainJam concert! The show will headline Kelly Joe Phelps (from Portland, Oregon). Other performers include Broken Valley Road Show (from Montana) and Alan Lane w/Frank Chiaverini (Troy, Montana). Music
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American Cancer Society Relay for Life (July 22, 2007)
Asa Wood School: August 3-4
Do you want to have a good time and help out a great cause? Then come to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life! The event starts Friday, August 3rd and runs till Saturday, August 4th at Asa Wood School here in Libby. This promises to be a party you won’t
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Kootenai River Rodeo (July 27, 2007)
The fourth annual Kootenai River Rodeo, sponsored by the Libby Area Chamber of Commerce, was held this weekend at J. Neils Memorial Park. Friday's PRCA rodeo saw plenty of action, with more contestants and a longer show than in previous years.
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Fire damages Libby home (July 26, 2007)
An accidentally started fire has done 15,000 to 20,000 dollars damage to the home of Al Hughes Wednesday (July 25th) evening about 10:00 pm.
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Stage ll Fire Restrictions take effect Monday, July 30 (July 25, 2007)
Stage II fire restrictions will apply to all lands in Northwest Montana under the protection of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Flathead National Forest, Kootenai National Forest, Glacier National Park, Lake County, Sanders
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Fires reported on Kootenai National Forest (July 25, 2007)
Current fire danger rated Very High
Libby, MT - Kootenai Forest officials report nine additional fires on the forest. Initial attack crews and other resources have been dispatched to the fires and more resources are being ordered. All fires are reported to be small at this time.
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Yaak Wilderness Festival July28 (July 25, 2007)
The 4th annual Yaak Wilderness Festival will be held on Saturday, July 28th at the Dirty Shame Saloon. There will be live music beginning at 1:00 PM by bands Live Wire Choir, Sol Jibe, the Sheldon Mountain Boys and Alan Lane. Several items will be raffled off
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Stage l Fire Restrictions in NW Montana (July 20, 2007)
Effective Monday, July 23
Fire managers for local land management agencies, including the Flathead and Kootenai National Forests, Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, Glacier National Park, and Flathead, Lincoln, Lake and Sanders Counties are implementing Stage I F
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Libby Dam eagles have successful nesting season (July 20, 2007)
Eagle Cam follows the event
This is a big "thanks" to everyone who has been with us for the 2007 nesting season. For all the behind the scenes people "great job", and of course all you Eagle viewers thanks for the contributions in making our site such a success. We have heard from eagle
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Storm causes damage across NW Montana (July 19, 2007)
Libby drive-in movie theater screen blown over
A string of severe thunderstorms hit Northwest Montana late Wednesday evening, July 18, bringing strong winds, lightning, hail and heavy rains. The winds blew down trees and causing flash flooding in Lincoln County.
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Risk of Botulism Poisoning from Chili Products (July 19, 2007)
Check your cupboards for these cans and Best By date
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning of a national risk to consumers from chili products that may have botulism contamination. Two children in Texas and an Indiana couple who ate these products have reportedly become seriously ill and have been hos
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Two Rivers Rendezvous July 20-22 (July 17, 2007)
Hosted by the Kootenai Muzzleloaders
The Kootenai Muzzleloaders will be hosting their annual Two Rivers Rendezvous this weekend, July 20-22. This annual event brings together modern day mountain men and women for a weekend of camaraderie with other like-minded individuals. Authentic clothing and
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Muzzle shooting cancelled - Two Rivers Rendezvous (July 16, 2007)
Due to Very High fire danger
Attention Two Rivers Rendezvous attendees: Due to Very High fire danger on the Kootenai National Forest, the muzzle shooting events scheduled in conjunction with the upcoming Two Rivers Rendezvous have been cancelled. The other Rendezvous events will take plac
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Storm Damage (July 19, 2007)
Libby Drive-In Movie Screen Demolished
What is left of the Libby Drive-In Movie Theater screen after the storm Strong winds blew over the movie screen at the Libby Drive-In movie theater along U.S. Highway 2 in downtown Libby last night. The storm blew over trees, fences and caused flash flooding.
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Libby Storm Damage (July 19, 2007)
Libby drive in movie theater screen blown over
by LibbyMT.com
A string of severe thunderstorms hit Northwest Montana late Wednesday evening, July 18, bringing strong winds, lightning, hail and heavy rains. The winds blew down trees and causing flash flooding in Lincoln County.
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning (July 18, 2007)
Strong winds, hail, heavy rain hit NW Montana
11:30 PM Update: Doppler radar continues to show a line of severe thunderstorms capable of producing destructive winds in excess of 70 mph along a line extending 9 miles NE of Fortine to 10 miles North of Libby, moving at 30 mph. Sever thunderstorms expected a
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Fire starts in Northwest Montana Zone (July 16, 2007)
Recent lightning activity and human actions have created several fire starts across Northwest Montana in the last week. Initial attack strategies by fire management personnel from Flathead and Kootenai National Forests, Glacier National Park, Montana Departm
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Fall Turkey applications due by August 1 (July 16, 2007)
Hunters planning to pursue wild turkeys in certain areas of northwestern Montana this fall must apply for a special permit by August 1. The fall turkey season runs from September 1, 2007-January 1, 2008.
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Revett exploration finds more minerals (July 15, 2007)
Troy mine could be expanded
Revett Minerals says it has obtained encouraging preliminary results from its underground diamond drill program at its Troy Mine. This program was designed to explore the area below the currently defined mineral reserve in an effort to extend the current 6 ye
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It's Hot and Dry - Please Use Caution!!! (July 10, 2007)
No fire restrictions...YET
Fire managers for local land management agencies, including the Flathead and Kootenai National Forests, Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, Glacier National Park, and Flathead, Lincoln, Lake and Sanders Counties, ask Northwest Montana res
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Lemonade on the Lawn (July 11, 2007)
Marge Kroeger entertained with folk songs at Wednesday's Lemonade on the Lawn at the library. The entertainment continues on Wednesdays at noon through July, with free lemonade served by Friends of the Library. Bring a sack lunch and enjoy the performances.
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Wolf injures domestic calf in Pleasant Valley (July 10, 2007)
2nd depredation incident in the county in June; by wolves in different packs
In late June a wolf injured a domestic calf in the northwest Pleasant Valley area of northwest Montana between Kalispell and Libby. USDA Wildlife Services, who have the responsibility for livestock protection, confirmed the depredation.
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McGregor Lake Access Fuels Reduction Project (July 10, 2007)
EA finalized
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP), Region One, has completed an environmental assessment (EA) for McGregor Lake FAS in Flathead County (T26N, R26W, S1 and T26N, R25W, S9) for the purpose of a fuels reduction project.
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'Libby, Montana' airs August 28 on PBS (July 10, 2007)
Documentary on Libby asbestos health crisis
The award-winning feature documentary “Libby, Montana”, produced by High Plains Films, will have its North American television premiere on August 28, 2007, on the PBS series Point-of-View. Produced by Doug Hawes-Davis and Drury Gunn Carr for High Plains Films,
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Thompson River has fishing restrictions (July 10, 2007)
Mandatory closure between 2 pm and midnight
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) has established a mandatory time-of-day fishing closure on the entire Thompson River between the hours of 2 p.m. and 12 midnight. The closure takes effect beginning 12:01 am on Wednesday, July 10. The closure is necessary
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City of Eagles (July 7, 2007)
Gateway Sculpture Dedication
by Duane Williams, KLCB Radio
Libby "City of Eagles" gateway sculpture dedication Dignitaries and supporters turned out for the dedication of the new “City of Eagles” gateway sculpture on Mineral Avenue on Saturday morning. The sculpture is one of a series now in Libby done by Todd Berget.
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Troy's 4th of July (July 4, 2007)
Troy's Old Fashioned 4th of July enjoyed great success with a variety of family-friendly events, including the parade highlighting antique cars. For more photos, visit Troy's 4th of July 2007 photo album.
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Libby City of Eagles (July 8, 2007)
New Mineral Avenue Gateway Sculpture
by KLCB 1230 AM Libby News Radio
Dignitaries and supporters turned out for the dedication of the new “City of Eagles” gateway sculpture on Mineral Avenue on Saturday morning. The sculpture was one of a series now in Libby done by Todd Berget. The project was part of the Libby Mainstreet Progr
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Quilter of the Year (July 3, 2007)
Judy Strong, president of Troy's Tender Lovin' Quilters, is this year's Quilter of the Year. The guild sponsors an annual quilt show held at Morrison Elementary School in conjunction with Troy's Old Fashioned 4th of July.
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Troy's Old Fashioned 4th of July (July 4, 2007)
Troy's Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration featured a variety of events, including a parade, featuring the Northern Region Pack Train; antique car show, quilt show, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, live music, kids' games, food and craft vendors, tug-of-war, a
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Little McGregor Lake (July 1, 2007)
Area lakes will certainly be popular for the upcoming July 4th holiday. Wednesday and Thursday's temperatures are predicted to be in the 90's, with Friday hitting 100 degrees. The Kootenai Forest has raised its fire danger level to "High," so caution with fire
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