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News Now
Lightning Strikes, Budget Hikes, and Libby Asbestos Legal Fights
In this episode, we cover a range of local news, starting with the shocking story of two high school students struck by lightning during a soccer practice, thankfully surviving the incident. We also discuss Kalispell City Council's approval of a $180.7 million budget for fiscal year 2025, highlighting the impact of property tax increases due to a public safety levy. Additionally, we delve into the legal battle surrounding a Montana health clinic fined nearly $6 million for submitting false asbestos-related claims.
Read more of these stories:
Lightning strike near Glacier High School leaves three injured, one seriously
Kalispell City Council approved $180.7 million budget for fiscal 2025
Montana asbestos clinic seeks to reverse $6M in fines, penalties over false claims
Read more local and state coverage:
Glacier Park officials identify climber who went missing near Heavens Peak
Results from the Northwest Montana Fair
Lapping it up: Columbia Falls woman logs 50 miles in city pool
Study finds pollution 350 miles downstream of Canadian coal mine
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This summer, we followed the Brist family from their fifth-generation Montana farm to the bright lights of the Northwest Montana Fair. From early morning chores to the intensity of the show ring, their journey shows the hard work, tradition, and bittersweet goodbyes that come with raising livestock. Discover Season 4 of our Deep Dive podcast, From Farm to Fair — coming Sunday, September 21st!
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