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Libby’s Blues Fest set to host Buster’s one-man band – Libby’s 16th annual Riverfront Blues Festival kicks off this weekend, featuring harmonica virtuoso Brody Buster performing both Friday and Saturday. 🎶
One dies in Lost Prairie Boogie skydiving accident – A tragic mid-air collision during the Lost Prairie Boogie near Marion resulted in one parachutist’s death; the incident remains under investigation. 🪂
Montana health insurers propose double-digit rate increase for 2026 – Insurers Blue Cross Blue Shield and Mountain Health Cooperative are seeking average premium hikes of 28% and 25%, respectively, for ACA plans. 💸
Feds violated Endangered Species Act in denying gray wolf protections, court rules – A federal court ruled that the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service must re-evaluate its 2024 decision to lift protections on gray wolves, citing violations of the ESA. 🐺
Libby man charged with assault after July 4 fireworks dispute – A 60-year-old Libby man faces two felony assault charges after allegedly brandishing a firearm and nearly striking two people with his vehicle during a fireworks-related confrontation. 🚔
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