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The Western News – August 5, 2025 Local Digest
Libby man charged after July 4 fireworks dispute 🎆 A 60-year-old Libby man faces two felony assault charges after reportedly confronting someone over Fourth of July fireworks, using a weapon during the incident.
When judge changes mind, defendant reconsiders options ⚖️ After a plea deal in May, a Libby man expected a suspended sentence for criminal endangerment. The judge overturned the agreement, handed a three-year term, prompting the defendant to consider withdrawing his plea.
Remains of Great Falls World War II POW brought home 🕯️ Decades after Pvt. Leonard R. J. Jackson died as a POW on the Bataan Death March, his remains were identified in December 2024 and are now set to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery.
Sheep Creek Mine – Why risk another Libby asbestos disaster? ⛏️ An opinion piece warns of potential asbestos contamination from actinolite at the proposed Sheep Creek mine, urging testing to avoid repeating Libby’s tragic vermiculite legacy.
United Forest Products closing Bonner facility, 100-worker layoff 🏭 A Missoula-area building materials plant will shut down in September, laying off about 100 workers. A rapid response event has been scheduled to help affected employees.
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