Coach Brittany Katzer shared with The Western News that distance runner Capri Farmer and teammates Hadleigh Wood, Alli Clemons and Vivian Cole worked to put four new marks on the record board. Farmer set three new individual records this season. Her time of 1:07.79 in the 400-meter run at the Whitefish meet is a new Libby standard.George Booth George Leon Booth, 86, passed away on June 19, 2023, of natural causes at Libby Care Center. George was born in Zortman, Montana, on July 22, 1936, to Burl Booth and Alice Lee Seaford.News, sports, special events and outdoors video shot by The Western News Libby's leading news source.Dec. 30—Two of the three former Libby police officers who resigned on the same day last month spoke with the Western News recently to shed more light on their motivations for …Hecla forging ahead with Northwest Montana mines. Tour of Montanore Mine adit June 7, 2011. (Paul Sievers/The Western News) Officials with an Idaho-based mining company developing two large copper and silver mines in Northwest Montana said they are undeterred by a recent ruling that could let the state label its CEO a "bad actor" because of a ...The Western News | December 5, 2023 7:00 AM. The search continues for a missing Lincoln County man. Seventy-two-year-old Johnnie Lee Hantz was reported missing on Nov. 29. He was last seen leaving Libby on Tuesday, Nov. 28, driving northbound on Highway 37 in a camo-colored CAN-AM side by side with Montana license plate AAMX0486.Spokane Valley, Washington's John and June Sine show off the People's Choice winner, a 1936 Chevy Tudor sedan, at the 2023 Ignite the Nites Car Show. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The 62nd Annual Ignite the Nites Car Show in Libby will be remembered a a smoky one, but cooler temperatures were also a benefit to the …The Western News | June 16, 2023 7:00 AM. A quarter century of dedicated service on the job and as a volunteer has earned Jon Obst recognition from the Governor’s Office. Sgt. Obst has worked as a Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Game Warden since the fall of 1998. Last week, Gov. Greg Gianforte was in Libby and he presented the …Jan. 19—A Libby woman involved in a standoff with law enforcement last year and charged with witness tampering was sentenced in Lincoln County District Court on Jan. 8. Katherine Margaret Dedrick, 35, pleaded guilty on Nov. 14 in Lincoln County District Court to one felony count of witness tampering. District Judge Matt Cuffe sentenced her to a three-year deferred term, following the ...The latest news and headlines from Yahoo News. Get breaking news stories and in-depth coverage with videos and photos.Get reviews, hours, directions, coupons and more for Western News. Search for other Newspapers on The Real Yellow Pages®.Aug. 11—A Libby man who is suspected of attempting suicide in the Lincoln County Detention Center on Aug. 4 has died from his injuries. According to a press release from the sheriff's Office, 59-year-old Hilton William "Bill" Bowers, died at 10:30 p.m. Thursday at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. According to Sheriff Darren Short, detention officers found Bowers ...Shawna J. Green, 32, of Libby, Montana passed away May 19, 2023, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. She was born June 19, 1990. Services will be at noon Friday, May 26, 2023, at the small pavilion in Riverfront Park, along the river. There will be a minimal amount of chairs provided, so please bring your lawn chairs. A full ...A 32-year-old Libby woman died in a two-vehicle traffic accident and another person was injured Friday evening on Bull Lake Road. According to Montana Highway Patrol, a 77-year-old Troy man driving a Chevy Silverado was in the northbound lane of Montana 56 at milemarker 12 attempting to make a left turn into a private driveway at about 5:27 p.m.A Libby woman who was involved in a standoff with law enforcement earlier this year has been charged with witness tampering. Katherine Margaret Dedrick, 35, is charged with two felony counts of tampering with witnesses and informants. She is currently lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $50,000 bail.The Western News | June 9, 2023 7:00 AM. A group of Lincoln County residents living along Montana 37 are asking other citizens to share their thoughts about lowing the speed limit. ... In the Montana 37 study, which begins at the intersection of U.S. 2 in Libby and ends at Libby Dam, it showed average annual daily traffic volume in 2021 range ...The Western News | January 10, 2023 7:00 AM. Libby got a much-needed shot in the arm with the recent announcement that Nomad GCS is coming to town. The 21-year-old company based in the Columbia Falls area is expanding its operations into Lincoln County because of the demand for its products and what it says is a skilled and driven …The Western News | January 20, 2023 7:00 AM. The Libby High School wrestling team hosted the No. 2 Class A team in the state, Columbia Falls, Tuesday night and the MatCats rolled to a 51-18 win. The MatCats have eight grapplers ranked in the Jan. 17 Class A coaches poll. They won the first six matches before Jace DeShazer pinned …Dec 13, 2023 · LIBBY — Authorities have found the body of a man who was reported missing late last month in the Libby area. Lincoln County Sheriff Darren Short reports the body of Johnny Lee Hantz was found ... Dec 5, 2023 · The Western News | December 5, 2023 7:00 AM. The search continues for a missing Lincoln County man. Seventy-two-year-old Johnnie Lee Hantz was reported missing on Nov. 29. He was last seen leaving Libby on Tuesday, Nov. 28, driving northbound on Highway 37 in a camo-colored CAN-AM side by side with Montana license plate AAMX0486. The Western News | June 23, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby couple accused of drug trafficking recently received deferred sentences after appearing in Lincoln County District Court. Judge Matt Cuffe delivered five-year terms to Amber Patterson Martin, 38, and Christopher Wayne Martin, 34, on June 12. Each pleaded guilty this spring to use or possession ...Libby Elementary School girls basketball. Members of the Libby Elementary School basketball teams played at halftime of the Feb. 10 game between Libby and Browning. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) | February 16, 2024 7:00 AM. Members of the Libby Elementary School basketball teams played during halftime of the boys game on Feb. 10 ...The Western News, a twice weekly newspaper located in Libby, was one of the first Montana newspapers to go online - the first among smaller publications. The first online issue appeared in early Spring 1995 with our Spring and Summer Visitors Guide. The Western News reaches roughly 3,000 households with every edition and is the largest paid ...The 2023 Libby Homecoming Court included Gaige Bache, David Beck, Jace DeShazer, Trent Riddel, Cy Williams, Ellie Andreessen, Katelyn Huff, Alyssa Nordwick, Macie Sichting and Jocelyn White. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) Previous Next | September 26, 2023 7:00 AM. Gaige Bache and Alyssa Nordwick were crowned King …The Western News is a twice-weekly newspaper in Libby, Montana.Its coverage area is southern Lincoln County, which includes the communities of Libby and Troy. The Western News was founded in 1902, and is owned by Duane Hagadone and the Hagadone Newspaper Group.The newspaper carries publication dates of Wednesday and Friday, though copies are available as early as Tuesday and Thursday ...Libby ex-con accused of pistol whipping resident. Guy Eric Waldron appeared in Lincoln County District Court on Monday, Aug. 8. (Paul Sievers/The Western News) A career criminal from Libby is facing several felony charges after two recent incidents last month. Guy Eric Waldron, 44, is charged with robbery, assault with a weapon, theft and ...The Western News | August 11, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby man who is suspected of attempting suicide in the Lincoln County Detention Center on Aug. 4 has died from his injuries. According to a press release from the sheriff's Office, 59-year-old Hilton William "Bill" Bowers, died at 10:30 p.m. Thursday at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in ...Jun. 30—In just a year's time, the LOR Foundation has made a remarkable difference in the Libby community. As they close in on $500,000 in grants to dozens of community projects, LOR's Tabitha Viergutz took some time to briefly reflect on what's happened in the last 12 months. "I lived here for several years and I'm still learning about our community because of this work," Viergutz said. ...We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us.Dec. 29—A Libby woman is facing charges after she allegedly bit her boyfriend and had bloody syringes in the presence of her 16-month-old child during a recent incident. Cricket Ann Orsborn, 34, was initially held on $35,000 bail in the Lincoln County Detention Center on charges including child endangerment, criminal possession of dangerous drugs, partner or family member assault, causing ...Obituaries. To find information regarding local obituaries, see below. We share today's obituaries as well as a local obituary search option.The Western News, Libby, Mont. Fri, Jan 26, 2024, 11:16 AM · 4 min read Jan. 26—Senior Night can be a bittersweet experience with so many emotions, but Tuesday's home wrestling matches in Libby ...Services. Automotive Services 0 Carpet Flooring 0 Chimney Cleaning 0 Cleaning/Recycling 0 Concrete 0 Electrical 0 Excavating 0 House Cleaning/Sitting 0 Moving/Transportation 0 Pet Care 0 Plumbing/Heating/Cooling 0 Roofing 0 Roto Tilling 0 Small Engine Repair 0 Window Services 0 Business 0 Child Care 0 Construction/Contract Work 0 Education ...The Western News | June 30, 2023 7:00 AM. In just a year's time, the LOR Foundation has made a remarkable difference in the Libby community. As they close in on $500,000 in grants to dozens of community projects, LOR's Tabitha Viergutz took some time to briefly reflect on what's happened in the last 12 months.Western News Home. 13.0°F Local News Sports Events Obituaries Submit Obituary Letters to the Editor Classifieds Best of Kootenai Valley ... Four members of the Libby Cheer team were honored during Senior Night festivities. Updated 1 week, 1 day agoWestern News | 2 followers on LinkedIn. Serving the Communities of Libby and Troy Since 1902.Jan 12, 2024 · The Western News | January 12, 2024 7:00 AM. State investigators are looking into a complaint against a Libby City Police officer. Kyler Nerison, the Communications Director for the Montana Attorney General’s Office, confirmed in an email on Jan. 9 to The Western News that the Department of Criminal Investigation (DCI) accepted a request to ... April 6, 1952 - June 2, 2023. Georgina Woody, age 71, went to heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on June 2, 2023, peacefully while surrounded by her family after a long, hard fought battle with ...Libby woman dies in traffic crash on Bull Lake Road. The driver and the passenger, the 32-year-old woman, were ejected from the Wrangler. She was taken by air transport to …The Western News | January 19, 2024 7:00 AM. First responders in South Lincoln County answered the bell once again last weekend as they dealt with extreme cold and slick roads, among other things, while answering a variety of calls. Libby Volunteer Fire Department crews battled a structure fire Saturday night while enduring temperatures 20 ...Western News Home. 13.0°F Local News Sports Events Obituaries Submit Obituary Letters to the Editor ... Libby Senior Night walk Talan Glenn-Woody. Previous Next | February 16, 2024 7:00 AM Libby Senior night walk Cy Williams. ...The Western News | October 20, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby woman is in custody on drug charges after a manhunt for her boyfriend last month. Katherine Hoffman Mutrie, 42, is charged with criminal possession of dangerous drugs and obstruction. She appeared in Lincoln County District Court on Sept. 25 and pleaded not guilty to both offenses.Rob Dufficy. (Photo courtesy of Rob Dufficy) | October 15, 2021 7:00 AM. In anticipation of the November municipal election, The Western News sent questionnaires to all Libby and Troy candidates. Each candidate received the same questions and word limits. Libby City Council candidate responses will appear in alphabetical order in subsequent ...The Western News reached out to Libby City Council candidates running in the Nov. 7 municipal election. The information below was provided by the candidates and edited for spelling and punctuation. ... A letter was published in the Western News and I have been vocal on Facebook explaining the reasons and actions taken. On my end the reasons ...The Western News | January 26, 2024 7:00 AM. Senior Night can be a bittersweet experience with so many emotions, but Tuesday's home wrestling matches in Libby was about as sweet as it can be. The Greenchain hammered Polson, 60-18, and topped Columbia Falls, 39-33. The performances left head coach Dean Thompson feeling pretty good as the ...The Western News | November 2, 2021 7:00 AM. A bear forages near where bear specialists trapped a grizzly south of Libby last week. (Photo courtesy of Martin Dunbar) ... Residents should report bear activity around Libby to Wayne Kasworm, with USFWS, at (406) 293-4161, ext 205, or Kim Annis, with FWP, at (406) 293-4161, ext. 207. ...Walter Brazington Sr. Former Libby Resident, Walter E. Brazington Sr. passed away peacefully with family on September 5, 2023 in Creston, WA. ... Published by The Western News on Sep. 29, 2023.(Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) | March 21, 2023 7:00 AM. Crews from the Libby Volunteer Fire Department battled a house fire on Idaho Avenue for about two hours Saturday afternoon. According to Second Assistant Fire Chief Ryan Andreessen, they were called out shortly after noon. He said the fire began on the second story and caused ...News, sports, special events and outdoors video shot by The Western News Libby's leading news source.Western News Home. 13.0°F Local News Sports Events Obituaries Submit Obituary Letters to the Editor Classifieds Best of Kootenai Valley Subscriptions. Libby Pep Band Senior Night. Share Print Libby Senior Night walk Jared Iliff. ... Libby Senior Night walk Jared Iliff.Legals for May, 2 2023. 12-23 / 1086306 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE'S SALE on August 15, 2023, at 10:00 o'clock A.M. (recognized local time) at the Main Door of the Lincoln County Courthouse, located at, 512 California Ave, Libby MT 59923, the following described real property, situated in Lincoln County ...The Western News | May 5, 2023 7:00 AM. A beautiful Friday afternoon last week was the perfect setting in Libby's Fireman Park for dozens of community members to celebrate Arbor Day and the 30th anniversary as a member of Tree City USA. Libby Mayor Peggy Williams led the ceremony and shared some of the history of Libby becoming a Tree City ...In western museums Africans continue to be depicted as warrior tribes, with superstitious beliefs, and homogenous, unchanging cultures A large number of artifacts held in Western m...Libby racers accounted for six wins in the 18 events. Jaxon Uithof won two races, including the 250 Beginner and 450 Beginner classes. Libby also saw Cash Remp win the 50cc, 7-8-year-old class, Alli Clemons took the Girls 14-and-under event, Sidney Clemons won the Women's class event and Skyler Higareda was tops in the 250 Junior class.Unprincipled men. When Jared Kushner and Donald Trump buried the details of Mohammed bin Salman’s brutal murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi in exchange for $3 billion, the GOP said nothing. Updated 4 months, 3 weeks ago. The Western News | January 20, 2023 7:00 AM. The Libby High School wrestling team hosted the No. 2 Class A team in the state, Columbia Falls, Tuesday night and the MatCats rolled to a 51-18 win. The MatCats have eight grapplers ranked in the Jan. 17 Class A coaches poll. They won the first six matches before Jace DeShazer pinned …The Western News | August 17, 2021 7:00 AM. When Earl Stanley moved into the Libby Care Center after an injurious fall in early July, his family expected him to be back on his feet within a few months. Though Stanley was 89 years old and suffered a broken shoulder and hip, his niece Karen Wickersham said he had lived independently …James Smart. | July 22, 2022 7:00 AM. James W. “Jim” Smart, 91, passed on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at his home in Libby, Montana. He was 15 days from his 92nd birthday. He was born on July 28, 1930, in Missoula, Montana. The second oldest of five boys of Stan and Lois Smart, he graduated from Hellgate High School.The Western News | February 2, 2024 7:00 AM There were three buzzer-beating shots in Monday's game between the host Libby Loggers and visiting Whitefish. The last one proved to be a heartbreaker for the Loggers when Mason Kelch's 3-pointer with two seconds left lifted the Bulldogs to a 56-55 win.The Western News | July 25, 2023 7:00 AM. Libby's CARD Clinic is on the hook for nearly $6 million in damages and penalties after a judge's ruling last week in federal court in Missoula. U.S. District Judge Dana Christensen issued the order July 18 following a June trial in which a jury said the Center for Asbestos Related Disease had ...April 6, 1952 - June 2, 2023. Georgina Woody, age 71, went to heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on June 2, 2023, peacefully while surrounded by her family after a long, hard fought battle with ...Libby's Jace DeShazer pinned Ronan's Masyn Wayman at 205 pounds on Tuesday, Dec. 19, in Libby. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The Libby Loggers Greenchain wrestling squad split two matches with Stevensville and Ronan Tuesday night in the home opener. The Greenchain dumped Stevi, 48-27, before falling to the Chiefs, 48-28.Western News Home. 4.0°F Local News Sports Events Obituaries Submit Obituary Letters to the Editor Classifieds Best of Kootenai Valley Subscriptions. Santa arrives in Libby ... To the delight of all, Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived in Libby last weekend.The Western News | September 22, 2023 7:00 AM. The City of Libby has hired a new police officer. Continuing its efforts to rebuild the city police force, Don Luthey was sworn in by Chief Cody Ercanbrack at Monday's city council meeting. Luthey retired from the Ripon Police Department in October 2020 after a 26-year career.After 92 years of living in the shadowlands, Patricia Alys (Busby) Warrington breathed her last breath on July 19, 2022, and in the 'twinkling of an eye' was guided into the Land of the Life by Jesus. Born and raised in Billings and Laurel, the third of four sisters, she moved to Libby after the class of 1948 graduated. There she met ...The Western News | August 4, 2020 8:30 AM. It's been more than 70 years since Marshall Warrington, 91, started putting out blazes for the Libby Volunteer Fire Department. On July 30, he donated his uniform back to the service, returning the garb during an annual barbecue that active members host for retired firefighters.by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | December 8, 2022 12:00 PM. Three Libby City Police officers quit the force on Monday, Nov. 21, and Chief Scott Kessel has been placed on paid administrative leave. The startling news was not announced by city officials until after a social media post revealed the information in the last few days.Clyde E. Ross Jr, 57. Clyde E. Ross Jr, 57, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, at his home in Libby. He was born to Clyde Sr. and Betty (Hutton) Ross in Libby. Clyde was a current employee for the State of Montana as an appraiser, and had previously been a longtime employee of the Lincoln County Clerk and Recorder's Office.The Libby Friends of the Library will have its next book sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, June 2 in the book sale room downstairs at the library. There are several special features, including a selection of items for Father's Day and an assortment of books from popular authors to help you kick off your summer reading.Legals. To find legal records, see below. We'll share information regarding legal record retrieval for all of your research needs. The Western News | August 17, 2021 7:00 AM. When Earl Stanley moved into the Libby Care Center after an injurious fall in early July, his family expected him to be back on his feet within a few months. Though Stanley was 89 years old and suffered a broken shoulder and hip, his niece Karen Wickersham said he had lived independently into his old ...Authorities respond to truck accident east of Libby. There were no injuries in an accident Tuesday afternoon on U.S. 2, just east of Paul Bunyan Lane in Lincoln County. The truck was headed west when it left the right side of the road and ended up on the passenger side. Montana Highway Patrol, the Libby Volunteer Fire Department and Lincoln ...Johnnie Hantz, 72 Johnnie (John) Hantz, a Vietnam veteran and intrepid outdoorsman, was found deceased on Huson Peak near Libby, MT on December 14th, 2023, following a two-week search. Born in 1951Police situation continues to rankle Libby City residents. Members of Libby City Council at the Dec. 20, 2022, meeting. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The saga surrounding the resignation of three Libby City Police officers continued Tuesday night with a report that Chief Scott Kessel has been on sick leave for the last few weeks.Western News Home. 13.0°F Local News ... News. For more information regarding today's news, check out our latest news articles below. ... 1 day, 3 hours ago Libby Cheer Team Senior Night Four members of the Libby Cheer team were honored during Senior Night festivities. Updated 1 day, 3 hours agoThe Western News, Libby, Montana. 8,744 likes · 702 talking about this. The Western News is the community newspaper in Libby, Montana. Publishes twice a week on Tue & FriKevin Richard Young. Kevin Richard Young. Updated 3 months, 4 weeks ago.Western News Home. 26.0°F Local News Sports Events Obituaries Submit Obituary ... Sadly it can, and almost did in Libby almost 30 years ago. In the mid 1990s, in what ended up being my son's last day of school in Libby, he awoke in tears. Ready to walk out of the door, armed with his father's loaded .45 semi-automatic pistol.Kats notch win over Libby. Addy Bowler plays for the Wildkats against Libby Tuesday, Feb. 13. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The game was a makeup game for bad weather, for sure. But Columbia Falls' 78-43 victory over Libby on Tuesday, Feb. 13 was also a solid warm-up before the Western A Divisional tournament in Butte.News, sports, special events and outdoors video shot by The Western News Libby's leading news source.There were 68 deer distributed to the local Libby Christian Church food pantry, Chilton-Radandt said. That's about 9%. Estimates for prevalence in that area include the area in city limits and surrounding Libby, which have dropped in recent years. In 2019, the pilot year for the capture project, the prevalence was 14%.by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | December 15, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby man is facing a second felony charge this year after being accused of writing bad checks to a local business. Daniel James Devine, 41, is charged with issuing a bad check after he allegedly wrote two checks on June 27 for a total of $729 to a welding …Western news libby, addus homecare reviews, f1 games unblocked
James R. Hendrickson passed away June 10, 2022, in Surprise, Arizona, after a short illness. Jim was born September 13, 1929, in Libby, Montana. He attended Libby schools graduating from Libby High School in 1947. He married his lifelong friend and love of his life, Wilma E. McRell in October 1950. Jim was a lumberman all his life starting in .... Western news libby
evansville indiana jobs indeedArizona State University graduate Ryggs Johnston qualified for the U.S. Amateur Championship. (Photo courtesy Alex Gelman, ASU Athletics) CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, Colo. — Libby native Ryggs Johnston lost his Round of 32 match at the U.S. Amateur Golf Championship on Aug. 16, 1-up. Johnston, an Arizona State standout, won in the round of 64.Libby Trick or Treat. Four-year-old Collin Anderson enjoyed trick or treating on Mineral Avenue in Libby Tuesday afternoon. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The temperatures were a bit chilly, but sunny skies were all that were needed for Libby area Halloweeners needed to enjoy a pleasant evening of trick or treating and other festivities.The Western News | February 10, 2023 7:00 AM. Three people are behind bars after a search of a mobile home in Libby turned up dangerous drugs where children were found living in squalid conditions. James William Deloach, Tonya Lynn Deloach and Matthew Manfred Priebe are lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center on various …A career criminal from Libby who hoped for acceptance in treatment court will instead spend time in prison after a hearing last month in Lincoln County District Court. ... According to a 2010 story in The Western News, Waldron received a federal prison sentence in 2008 after pleading guilty to selling stolen guns and using meth.by CYNTHIA INES The Western News. | May 3, 2022 7:00 AM. Cabinet Peaks Medical Center held their annual Health Fair April 30 at the Memorial Center in Libby. The center was filled with booths of volunteers, nurses, doctors and more, sharing information with Libby locals and visitors. Cabinet Peaks Medical Center provided lab vouchers throughout ...The term westernization refers to the conversion to or adoption of Western traditions and customs. This very broad definition reveals that westernization can mean different things ...by The Western News. | June 20, 2023 7:00 AM. Two Libby residents were injured in a fatal, three-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in the McGregor Lake area. According to a report by Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Jason Fredenberg, a 77-year Polson man driving a BMW 325I was turning from Violet Bay Drive on to U.S. 2 at about 2:47 p.m. when he ...Daily Inter Lake | March 2, 2021 7:00 AM. When Dr. Gregory Rice arrived in Libby, advancements in medicine were undergoing a revolution. His biggest fear in those first years was not keeping up with the outside world. "In about 1982 or '83, I remember having this panic attack feeling that I was getting completely out of date," said Rice.Daily Inter Lake | June 7, 2022 7:00 AM. A portion of $2 million in federal funding will go toward a pair of potential redevelopment projects in Libby. The Environmental Protection Agency announced late last month that the Montana Department of Environmental Quality will receive a portion of a Brownfields Program grant to complete environmental ...Jan 9, 2024 · A Libby woman is facing multiple felony drug charges, including smuggling meth into the county jail, after a series of events that occurred in the last few weeks. Rochelle Denise Styles, 44, is charged with three felony counts of transferring illegal articles (dangerous drugs), criminal distribution of dangerous drugs and a misdemeanor count of ... “This is the history of Libby and I think it needs to preserved,” Zach McNew said. According to a March 26, 1964, story in The Western News, high school students last attended the old brick building on East Lincoln Boulevard that year before beginning classes in the then-new structure on the west side of Libby.The Western News | January 19, 2024 7:00 AM. A Libby woman involved in a standoff with law enforcement last year and charged with witness tampering was sentenced in Lincoln County District Court on Jan. 8. Katherine Margaret Dedrick, 35, pleaded guilty on Nov. 14 in Lincoln County District Court to one felony count of witness tampering.by The Western News | June 23, 2023 7:00 AM. The Libby Rod and Gun Club recently hosted the 13th annual Safari Rifle Challenge at the Lincoln County Shooting Complex. The big bore rifle competition drew shooters from Montana, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Colorado and Canada. They were armed with everything from .375 and ...The Western News | November 3, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby resident involved in a standoff with law officers earlier this year has pleaded guilty. Chase Austin Butala, 36, who remains in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $100,000 bail, pleaded to an amended charge of criminal endangerment in front of District Judge Matt Cuffe on …The election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 7, according to Howell. In Libby, there are six candidates for three, four-year seats. They include incumbents Brian Zimmerman, Zach McNew and Hugh Taylor, as well as a former councilor, Darrel "DC" Orr and newcomers Brad Nelson and Ian Smith. McNew was appointed in September 2021 to fill a vacant ...The event will take place Saturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1 at the Memorial Center in Libby. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Resources will support hundreds of veterans in Northwest Montana and statewide. Stand Downs are typically one- to three-day events during which VA staff, veteran service organizations ..."This is the history of Libby and I think it needs to preserved," Zach McNew said. According to a March 26, 1964, story in The Western News, high school students last attended the old brick ...A 32-year-old Libby woman died in a two-vehicle traffic accident and another person was injured Friday evening on Bull Lake Road. According to Montana Highway Patrol, a 77-year-old Troy man driving a Chevy Silverado was in the northbound lane of Montana 56 at milemarker 12 attempting to make a left turn into a private driveway at about 5:27 p.m.Libby Police Chief Cody Ercanbrack told The Western News that Buckner is currently on paid leave of absence pending the review of employment matters. Buckner's leave began on Dec. 6.The Western News | November 3, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby resident involved in a standoff with law officers earlier this year has pleaded guilty. Chase Austin Butala, 36, who remains in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $100,000 bail, pleaded to an amended charge of criminal endangerment in front of District Judge Matt Cuffe on Monday, Oct. 30.Daily Inter Lake | May 21, 2021 7:00 AM. A March traffic stop initiated after a Lincoln County Sheriff's Office deputy recognized a woman without a license driving a pickup in Libby led to an arrest on drug charges. Brittany Cook, 22, faces a felony count of criminal possession of dangerous drugs and a misdemeanor charge of criminal ...by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | May 16, 2023 7:00 AM. A disturbance involving a gun at a residence on Farm to Market Road at the end of March led to a felony charge against a local man. Kody Andrew Roberts, 31, of Libby pleaded not guilty to one count of felony criminal endangerment on April 10 in Lincoln County District Court.Many of the credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which ThePointsGuy.com receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and whe...The Western News | July 27, 2023 8:00 AM. Two men are dead after a shooting Wednesday afternoon at the Rexford Bench boat launch. At approximately 3:15 p.m., deputies and detectives from the sheriff's office and officers from the Eureka Police Department were dispatched to the Rexford Bench boat launch for a report of a shooting. According to ...Libby Loggers football player Cy Stevenson signs his letter of intent on Monday, Jan. 30, to play with the University of Montana Grizzlies. Stevenson was joined by his father, Jeff Stevenson, and Loggers coach Neil Fuller. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News)The Western News | October 27, 2023 7:00 AM. The Libby Loggers cross country team wrapped up a record-setting season last Saturday at the Montana High School Association Class A Championships in Kalispell at Rebecca Farm. "We had two runners break the previous 5k record of 17:39 previously held by John Cheroske," Libby head coach Brittany ...The Western News | May 19, 2023 7:00 AM. A northwest Montana man is facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop last fall. Barry Rosenlund, 66, of Kalispell and formerly of Libby, pleaded not guilty to one felony count of criminal possession of dangerous drugs with the intent to distribute on April 17 in Lincoln County District Court.Unprincipled men. When Jared Kushner and Donald Trump buried the details of Mohammed bin Salman’s brutal murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi in exchange for $3 billion, the GOP said nothing. Updated 4 months, 3 weeks ago. The Western News | July 14, 2023 7:00 AM. A game of Russian roulette involving two Libby men on Memorial Day weekend has left one man dead and another jailed on felony charges. Keigan I. Ball, 22, is in the Lincoln County Detention Center facing charges of negligent homicide and criminal endangerment after a May 27 incident south of Libby.Dec 26, 2023 · A Libby woman is faced with a federal criminal charge after she was accused of stealing mail from customers in the Troy area. Haley Rushel Hickman, 23, of Libby, is charged with one felony count of theft of mail. If convicted of the most serious crime, Hickman faces a maximum of five years in prison, a $250,000 fine and three years of ... by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | June 13, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby man has pleaded guilty to felony possession of methamphetamine following a joint law enforcement operation. Kevin J. Michael Simmons originally faced felony charges of possessing methamphetamine and fentanyl. He was also charged with three misdemeanors, including ...The Western News, Libby, Mont. Nov. 14—Libby's Bill Lafrance saw more than his fair share of hairy moments while serving our country as a U.S. Marine in the Vietnam War. Last Friday, the highly decorated soldier who still has a bullet lodged in his back from the war shared some of those stories with students at the Troy Junior Senior …Keigan Isaiah Ball. by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | February 2, 2024 7:00 AM. A Libby man who pleaded no contest to his involvement in the death of another during a game of Russian roulette was sentenced Monday in Lincoln County District Court. Keigan I. Ball, 22, made his plea to a felony count of criminal endangerment on Dec. 4.The Western News | December 5, 2023 7:00 AM. The search continues for a missing Lincoln County man. Seventy-two-year-old Johnnie Lee Hantz was reported missing on Nov. 29. He was last seen leaving Libby on Tuesday, Nov. 28, driving northbound on Highway 37 in a camo-colored CAN-AM side by side with Montana license plate AAMX0486.Police situation continues to rankle Libby City residents. Members of Libby City Council at the Dec. 20, 2022, meeting. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The saga surrounding the resignation of three Libby City Police officers continued Tuesday night with a report that Chief Scott Kessel has been on sick leave for the last few weeks.The Western News | January 20, 2023 7:00 AM. The Libby High School wrestling team hosted the No. 2 Class A team in the state, Columbia Falls, Tuesday night and the MatCats rolled to a 51-18 win. The MatCats have eight grapplers ranked in the Jan. 17 Class A coaches poll. They won the first six matches before Jace DeShazer pinned Tucker Gonzalez ...Libby's Madison Vincent scored 16 points against Corvallis in a Dec. 22 game. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The Libby girls and boys basketball teams each lost to Corvallis on Dec. 22. In the girls game, the Lady Loggers trailed by just three points at halftime, 18-15, but the Blue Devils won the third quarter, 13-4, to take control ...Award-winning ABC Sport presenter Karen Tighe announces she is leaving the organisation to focus on her health.Feb. 2—The postseason is now for the Libby Loggers Greenchain wrestling squad as it travels to Hamilton this weekend for the Class A Western divisional tournament in Hamilton. Wrestling begins ...Wednesday, January 24: Ham and cheese sandwich, potato soup, salad and cookie. Friday, January 26: Beef stew, dinner roll, salad and dessert. Tuesday. January 30: Country-fried steak, mashed potatoes, dinner roll, vegetable, salad and dessert. Wednesday, January 31: Biscuits and gravy, sausage links, scrambled eggs, salad and cookie. Meals are ...Western News Home. 13.0°F Local News Sports Events Obituaries Submit Obituary Letters to the Editor Classifieds Best of Kootenai Valley Subscriptions. Libby girls basketball Senior Night. Share Print Libby Senior Night walk Ellie Andreessen. ... Libby Senior Night walk Ellie Andreessen. ...The latest articles and videos from The Western News. The Western News, a twice weekly newspaper located in Libby, was one of the first Montana newspapers to go online - the first among smaller publications. The first online issue appeared in early Spring 1995 with our Spring and Summer Visitors Guide. The Western News reaches roughly 3,000 …Randy David Resch was born March 29, 1959, in Libby, Montana and died Dec. 14, 2023. He attended Plummer Elementary and Libby Junior/High School before moving to Scio in 1973 and attended Scio High School. He was a hard worker that included working in oil fields in Montana and various jobs in Oregon. After his disabling accident at …Clyde E. Ross Jr, 57. Clyde E. Ross Jr, 57, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, at his home in Libby. He was born to Clyde Sr. and Betty (Hutton) Ross in Libby. Clyde was a current employee for the State of Montana as an appraiser, and had previously been a longtime employee of the Lincoln County Clerk and Recorder's Office.Jan 9, 2024 · A Libby woman is facing multiple felony drug charges, including smuggling meth into the county jail, after a series of events that occurred in the last few weeks. Rochelle Denise Styles, 44, is charged with three felony counts of transferring illegal articles (dangerous drugs), criminal distribution of dangerous drugs and a misdemeanor count of ... The emotions were strong as Libby area residents packed city council chambers Tuesday night for its regular bi-monthly meeting - the first of 2023. Seven of the dozens who attended the meeting publicly shared their feelings about the situation regarding the city police force. Three of the force's officers - Chris Pape, Ian Smith and Cody ...Walter Charles Morkert. Walter Charles Morkert. Updated 1 month, 1 week ago.Sheriff Office Blotter. The law roundup is compiled from the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office incident log from Nov. 21 to Nov. 26. It is not meant to serve as an exhaustive account. An officer responded to a animal complaint in the area around Fireman Park, Libby. Robert Chad was arrested on warrant with intent and use of property subject to ...The Montanian covers local and state news, events, and classifieds for Libby and Troy, Montana. Find stories about quilting, car shows, museums, restaurants, and …. Escort service seattle, foxy png