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Solution Welding Equipment Creates Career Pathways for Libby Students and Residents

Local Champion:: Libby K-12 Schools
Date funded:: April 23, 2025
Grant Amount:: $13,900

Solution Water Stations Help Libby Farmers Market Visitors and Vendors Stay Hydrated

Local Champion:: Farmers Market at Libby
Date funded:: April 18, 2025
Grant Amount:: $1,500

Solution Portable Power Improves Access to Local Libby Produce

Local Champion:: Farmers Market at Libby
Date funded:: April 18, 2025
Grant Amount:: $1,538

Solution Firewood Storage Ensures Libby Residents Stay Warm During Winter

Local Champion:: Love INC of South Lincoln County
Date funded:: April 16, 2025
Grant Amount:: $8,100

Solution A Refrigerator Keeps a Libby School Lunch Program Going

Local Champion:: Libby K-12 Schools
Date funded:: April 16, 2025
Grant Amount:: $6,798

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Upgraded Equipment Helps Libby Volunteers Feed the Community April 2025

Improvised tables were taking a toll on volunteers with the Libby Food Pantry. A small solution is helping them continue to serve the community.

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Spare Equipment Keeps Libby’s First Responders Safe and Ready April 2025

It takes the Libby Volunteer Fire Department three to four hours to clean a single set of contaminated gear. A simple solution is helping firefighters stay protected and prepared.

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Research Project Creates a State-Wide Map of Local News for Montana April 2025

By Ilana Newman, The Daily Yonder

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Clean Sweep: An Infield Grooming Machine Smooths Libby Field Upkeep March 2025

An army of coaches and volunteers maintains Libby's baseball and softball fields. Now they're getting a little help.

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A UTV Aids Libby Search and Rescue March 2025

Libby's terrain can pose challenges for emergency responders, but volunteers with David Thompson Search and Rescue are keeping locals and visitors safe with a new tool.

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