MISSOULA — Here's a look at Western Montana's top news stories for Wednesday.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed an $8 million ruling for two Montana families who lost loved ones to mesothelioma linked to Libby asbestos. The appeals court sided with BNSF Railway — finding the company was protected under the common carrier exception. (Read the full story)
Missoula County commissioners recently approved the Swan Valley Neighborhood Plan — a framework built on community values to guide future development across roughly 250,000 acres. The plan, updated from a 1996 version, now sets the stage for creating new regulations that reflect the area's rural character. (Read the full story)
A Pablo-based Crow artist is beading belts for country singer Ian Munsick and his father ahead of his Friday night concert at the University of Montana. Rachal Malebear Stone, an enrolled member of the Crow Tribe, has made a name for herself through intricate beadwork that's been worn in Germany, Australia, Canada and beyond. (Read the full story)
Scattered rain and snow showers will continue for southwest Montana early this morning, with clearing skies through the day. Highs this afternoon top out in the upper 30s to low 40s. Thursday and Friday, gusty winds from the northwest will keep scattered snow in the forecast, primarily in the mountains across Northwest Montana. (Read the full story)
It was an action-packed District 14C tournament last week with the St. Regis boys and Charlo girls taking home championship trophies. For the Tigers, this moment has been manifested all year with an undefeated record in their district. Their coach, Jesse Allan, has played a large part in that success. (Read the full story)
