Montana Morning State News Headlines for Friday, August 27

NBC Montana mayoral debate brings harsh criticism of incumbent Mayor John Engen's policies from his three opponents; Jacob Elder, Shawn Knopp and Greg Strandberg.

State Auditor and Air Force veteran Troy Downing leveled criticism at the Biden Administration's handling of Afghanistan, saying the U.S. should have a permanent presence in that country.

FWP spokesman Dillon Tabish said Stage 2 fire restrictions have been rescinded over all of western and northwestern Montana.

A 70 percent chance of rain in western Montana today, with highs in the upper 60's.