WESTERN MONTANA — Here's a look at Western Montana's top news stories for Thursday.
Democratic State Senator Jonathan Windy Boy announced he's restarting his U.S. House campaign after suspending it last month, calling sexual misconduct allegations against him "a coordinated political smear." The Montana Democratic Party and legislative leadership oppose his return, with party leaders urging voters to choose other candidates. (Read the full story)
Missoula voters approved both elementary and high school levies for Missoula County Public Schools — ensuring continued funding for operations, staffing and extracurricular activities. The elementary levy costs $6.21 annually per $100,000 in property value, while the high school levy costs $2.77 a year for every $100,00. (Read the full story)
Eureka voters narrowly rejected a $22.5 million bond proposal to replace outdated school buildings by 123 votes. Superintendent Joel Graves said the district's middle school core is over 100 years old and deteriorating, requiring costly emergency repairs from the general fund. (Read the full story)
