Western News
Serving as the primary source of local news for Libby and Lincoln County, Montana, this long-standing publication chronicles regional events, community developments, and regional politics. It is noted for its deep roots in the Kootenai Valley, providing residents with essential coverage on local government, outdoor recreation, and the unique challenges of this rural mountain community.
MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN MONTANA
Defined by vast geography and sparsely populated counties, the local press in this region relies heavily on historically significant daily publications alongside an enduring network of rural weeklies. The Billings Gazette, owned by Lee Enterprises, stands as the largest daily circulating paper and covers a massive geographic footprint. The Bozeman Daily Chronicle serves the rapidly expanding Gallatin Valley, while the Daily Inter Lake, owned by the Hagadone Corporation, has operated in the Flathead region since 1889. Native American journalism holds an established presence through publications like the Char-Koosta News, the official news source of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. Paperboy indexes 39 Montana newspapers — browse the full directory below.
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