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Loggers fall in opening round of football playoffs

Libby High School's football season came to an end Friday night with a 19-14 loss to Stevensville.

Sports Weekend: Loggers to battle Belgrade for soccer title

For the past 12 years since most of this year’s seniors began playing organized soccer together, there have been both triumph and heartbreak on the field of battle.

Diabetes, eyesight program coming Nov. 9

Libby Diabetes Awareness and Support and St. John’s Lutheran Hospital are sponsoring a program on Tuesday, Nov. 9 entitled, “Seeing Cleary: Taking Special Care of Your Eyes If You Have Diabetes.”

Program design to help qualified rural students

The Lincoln County Credit Union announced the availability of the Rural Montana Saves program to help families save for college, obtain career training and help pay for employment expenses through matched savings accounts.

Death Notice: Edith I. Pival

Edith I.  Pival, 101, died Oct. 27, 2010 at Libby Care Center.

Thieves target Woodway Park

A rash of opportunity thefts were recently reported in the Woodway Park area west of Libby.

Hunting season's opening weekend in NW Montana sees solid numbers

Opening weekend for the general hunting season turned up relatively solid numbers at check stations across northwestern Montana.

Letter: Positive Tickets support appreciated

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Vaccination best way to stop pertussis

The recent pertussis (or whooping cough) related deaths of children in Washington have raised concerns among some Lincoln County residents.

Birth: Angel Emiliano Araiza Ramirez

Maria Guadalupe Ramirez Soto and Miguel Angel Araiza Sainez announced the Oct. 19, 2010 birth of their son, Angel Emiliano Araiza Ramirez.

Gabriel Trotter Sutton

Erin and Ben Sutton announced the Oct. 13, 2010 birth of their son, Gabriel Trotter Sutton.

Hospital hopes to break ground in spring

The first artist’s rendering of a new future hospital in Libby was released back in January 2009. Now, St. John’s Lutheran Hospital officials say blueprints are being drawn up for the $33.5 million project with plans to break ground in spring.

Troy council, mayor trade jabs at meeting

Though 15 items were on the agenda, the Troy City Council made it only to number nine before adjourning last week’s meeting in protest.

Polar Bear Club ready for first swim

The Libby Polar Bear Club invites the public to its first dip of the year in the icy cold water of Libby Creek. The swim begins at 2 p.m., on Sunday, Oct. 31.

Seniors Calendar: Oct. 27-Nov. 2

Senior Menus: Oct. 27-Nov. 2

Donna Rose Kilgore

Donna Rose Kilgore, 67, died on Monday, Oct. 25, 2010 at the Libby Care Center.

VFW ladies seek addresses of personnel overseas

The Libby VFW Post No. 1548 Ladies Auxiliary seeks addresses of local personnel serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.

George 'Tim' Enders

George “Tim” Enders, 69, of Libby passed away on Oct. 14, 2010 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Positive Tickets program seeks participants

The Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic in Libby and the Troy Police Department are teaming up to spotlight Troy youth through the Positive Tickets program and want to involve as many people in the community as possible.

LHS all-'60s reunion organizers need help

Libby High School’s Classes of 1960 through 1969 are planning an all-’60s class reunion next summer on July 29-30.

State soccer title game up next for Libby boys

The Loggers would not be denied.

Lady Loggers' serving key in win over Eureka

Stepping up to the service line in a tight match against Eureka, Libby senior Alex Kulbeck proved that she can do a whole lot more than make kills and blocks at the net.

Library showing Poe-related films

The Libby Library plans to continue its Big Read celebration on Saturday, Oct. 30 with the screen adaptation of  Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven.” The 1935 film starring Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff begins at noon.

Town Pump's food bank fundraiser now under way

The Town Pump Charitable Foundation seeks to raise a record $2 million this year during its ninth annual fundraising campaign for Montana food banks, including the Libby Food Pantry and the Troy Food Pantry.

'Big Pink Blast' coming to Libby on Friday

The Paint It Pink fundraiser, organized by St. John’s Lutheran Hospital and Glacier Bank, will celebrate with its “Big Pink Blast” at 10 a.m., on Friday, Oct. 29 in front of the hospital.

Events Calendar: Oct. 27-Nov. 2

Jamin Faith Smith

Sarah Carpenter and Robert Smith announced the Oct. 11, 2010 birth of their daughter, Jamin Faith Smith.

Zane William St. Onge

Maura Rucker and Austin St. Onge announced the Oct. 11, 2010 birth of their son, Zane William St. Onge.

Kenadie Jaynes

Erin and Cody Jaynes announced the Oct. 15, 2010 birth of their daughter, Kenadie Jaynes.

Birth: Talon Eli Nordwich

Jessica and Quinn Nordwich announced the Oct. 22, 2010 birth of their son, Talon Eli Nordwich.

Engagement: Thompson & Roach

Melinda Burnadette Roach and Timothy Alexander Thompson – both of Troy – announced their engagement.

Logger boys advance to soccer finals

The Libby High School boys soccer team advanced to the Class A state championship game on Saturday afternoon with a 1-0 victory over Livingston.

Death Notice: Hannah Chandler-Shaw

Hannah M. Chandler-Shaw, 27, died Oct. 21, 2010 at her home in Libby.

School bond issue to go before voters

The Libby School Board approved a resolution Monday to ask voters in a February mail ballot election for permission to issue $12 million in bonds. If passed, the funding would pay for additions and renovations to accommodate consolidating schools into two buildings and closing Asa Wood Elementary.

Lady Trojans sweep Bigfork

Down 11-3 in the opening game of a key District 7-B match against Bigfork on Friday night, the Troy High School volleyball team looked like it just might not find the groove in its final home appearance.

Volunteers needed for free tax assistance sites

The Internal Revenue Service and Lincoln County Credit Union will again bring the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program to Libby.

Election 2010: Ballot includes several candidates running unopposed

Seven of the nine Lincoln County positions up for vote in the Nov. 2 election are in unopposed races, as well as one office on the Montana Supreme Court.

Register for Upward hoops, cheer

The final opportunity to register for Upward Basketball and Cheerleading for the 2010-11 season is coming up on Monday, Nov. 1, organizers announced.

Troy pool league plans Oct. 25 meeting

The Troy Ladies Pool League will hold a meeting at the Troy VFW on Monday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m.

Reserve spot in LHS College and Career Day

Libby High School College and Career Day organizers would like to hear from locals to reserve a spot in this year’s event – scheduled for Dec. 15.

LHS band raising money with wreaths

The Libby High School band is finalizing its orders for the annual sale of holiday wreaths.

Author to sign books Oct. 28 at Troy Library

Author Doris Knowles Pulis plans to be on hand for a book-signing event on Thursday, Oct. 28 at the Troy Library.

Big Read kicks off at Libby, Troy libraries

The Big Read in Lincoln County kicks off on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at the Troy Library from 3-5 p.m., and at the Libby Library from 6-8 p.m.

Kootenai Karacters haunted house returns

The Kootenai Karacters, a local nonprofit entertainment troupe, returns this Halloween season with a haunted house.

Museum's holiday bazaar coming up Nov. 5-6

The Heritage Museum’s annual holiday bazaar is coming up Nov. 5-6.

Birth: Colten Michael Nelson

Joshua M. Nelson and Katherine M. Dedrick of Superior announced the Sept. 22, 2010 birth of their son, Colten Michael Nelson.

Birth: Gabriella Palafox

Winter Haugen and Domingo Palafox announced the Oct. 11, 2010 birth of their daughter, Gabriella Palafox.

Birth: Sonja Swatman

Samantha Swatman announced the Oct. 1, 2010 birth of her daughter, Sonja Swatman.

Birth: Presley Lynn Lambright

Brandon Lambright and Cassandra Alexander announced the Oct. 7, 2010 birth of their daughter, Presley Lynn Lambright.

Thelma Marie Smith

Thelma Marie Smith (Falk), 61, passed away Oct. 18, 2010 in Libby at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital due to natural causes.

Evelyn I. Anderson

Evelyn I. Anderson, 92, of Troy died Oct. 5, 2010 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital in Libby.

Letter: Stealing from gravesites a disgrace

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Driver safety program available

An AARP Driver Safety Program course, sponsored by St. John’s Lutheran Hospital, is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 25 at 8:30 a.m., at Libby Christian Church.

Libby fifth-graders raising money

Libby’s fifth-grade class is selling raffle tickets to raise money for a trip to Blacktail Ski Hill in Lakeside.

Loggers advance to state soccer semifinals

A header by Cree Maloney in the final minutes and goals by Ricardo Macaes and Talus Martin in overtime lifted the Libby High School boys soccer team to a 3-1 victory over Hamilton on Saturday in the first round of the Class A state playoffs.

Election 2010: GOP hopes to pick up seats in Legislature

Doorbells and phones are ringing across Montana as candidates battle for the 125 seats up for grabs in the next Legislature.

Troy students bond through 'Three Cups'

First cup as strangers, second cup as friends and third cup as family.

Early-morning fire destroys Eureka's Glacier Bank

As firefighters and law-enforcement officials responded to a fire at Glacier Bank in Eureka early Thursday morning, a pharmacy was burglarized less than a mile away.

Events Calendar: Oct. 20-26

Woman in Parsons case back in jail

A woman accused of killing a former Troy man with her car nearly three years ago in East Missoula is back in jail with raised bail.

County issues info on burning in control area

The Lincoln County Environmental Health Department issued an outdoor burning reminder for residents who live within the Libby Outdoor Burning Control Area.

Wayne L. Hartly

Wayne LeRoy Hartly, 82, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010 at his home in Libby.

Military: Capt. Nathan J. Gilden

Libby native Nathan J. Gilden was recently promoted in rank with the U.S. Army.

Noted evangelist coming to area church

The Three Lakes Community Bible Church plans to host a program by author/evangelist Eric Barger of “Take a Stand Ministries” on Sunday, Oct. 24 at 9:15 a.m., 11 a.m., and 7 p.m.

Family Birth Services remodeling center

Family Birth Services announced no class will be held this month because of the birth center’s remodeling project.

CARD plans to offer flu shots on Thursday

The Center for Asbestos Related Disease announced this week that a flu shot clinic for its patients will be staged on Thursday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m.

Seniors Calendar: Oct. 20-26

Aid-in-dying program set for Wednesday

A public presentation on end-of-life care and issues by Dr. Tom Preston, Washington physician and medical director for Compassion and Choices of Washington, is coming to Libby on Wednesday, Oct. 20.

Senior Menus: Oct. 20-26

Pioneer Society to meet Sunday in Libby

The Libby Pioneer Society plans to meet on Sunday, Oct. 24 at 1 p.m., at the Libby Senior Citizens Center.

Constitution class meets every Wednesday

A free class on the U.S. Constitution and Montana Constitution meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m., at the Libby Volunteer Ambulance barn.

1-Year-Old: Charlie Anders Larson

Charlie Anders Larson, son of Anders and Jessica Larson of Belgrade, celebrated his first birthday on Sept. 21.

Troy High School girls upend Mission

The Troy High School volleyball team tightened up the race in District 7-B on Saturday with a 20-25, 26-24, 25-17, 25-15 win on the road over Mission.

Care center invites public to events

The Libby Care Center plans to hold three public events over this week and next week.

Rural Development staff available in Libby

The USDA Rural Development field staff will be available in Libby for one-on-one appointments at Flathead Valley Community College-Lincoln County Campus, room 120, on Thursday, Oct. 21 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Election 2010: Access pits hunters against outfitters

It was last fall, after seven days of hard hunting, that Sydney Tucker Grant shot his first elk. The massive beast sported six points on each side. Grant heard it bugling and waited until the bull broke into the open. He took the shot at 175 yards.

Forum spotlights candidates

Seven candidates in the upcoming general election are scheduled to participate in a public forum hosted by the Libby chapter of the Society of American Foresters on Tuesday, Oct. 19 in the Ponderosa Room at Libby City Hall.

Election 2010: Lincoln County Sheriff

Meeting to examine 'working in woods'

The Yaak Valley Forest Council plans to host a meeting about Forest Restoration Workforce opportunities at 6 p.m., on Monday, Oct. 18 at the Hot Club in Troy.

Election 2010: Lincoln County Commissioner

Death Notice: Gordon H. Belmont

Gordon H. Belmont, 80, of Troy, died on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010.

U Serve Libby remains in hunt for Pepsi grant

U Serve Libby Inc., reported last week that it is moving closer to winning a $25,000 grant through the Pepsi Refresh Project.

Parents, talk to child about sex

“Let’s talk …” These are two very simple words, but for many parents, they are not so simple when the rest of the sentence is “… about sex.”

Church group hosting magic show

The Amazing Truth Ministries will make an appearance in Libby on Monday, Oct. 18 with its “Because Salvation is No Illusion” Magic Show.

Brain injury group focus of fundraiser

A local nonprofit is raising money this month to continue programs to raise awareness about and support people with brain injuries.

Local hospital plans flu shots

St. John’s Lutheran Hospital will host flu shot clinics from 3-6 p.m. on Oct. 21 and Oct. 28 at Rosauer’s in Libby.

Troy Writing Workshop Group plans meeting

The Troy Writing Workshop Group plans to meet at 6 p.m., on Wednesday, Oct. 20 at the Troy Library.

Group raises money for scholarships, projects

The Troy VFW Ladies Auxiliary reported that $2,248 was raised for scholarships and projects through the organization’s Clyde E. Mason Jr. Scholarship and Memorial Fundraiser on Oct. 9.

Libby School Board to act on campus issue

The Libby School Board plans to meet on Monday, Oct. 18 at 7 p.m., in the Central Administration Building’s Little Theatre.

Book discussion groups review 'Poe Shadow'

The Libby and Troy book discussion groups will meet this month to talk about Matthew Pearl’s historical thriller, “The Poe Shadow.”

Book lover donates collection to Lincoln County Libraries

Art Williams of Kalispell, a lifelong lover of books, recently made a large donation of books to the Lincoln County Public Libraries.

Election 2010: State House District 1

Election 2010: State House District 2

Birth: Nicholas Isaiah Stutzman

Landis and Michelle Stutzman of Kalispell announced the Sept. 9, 2010 birth of their son, Nicholas Isaiah Stutzman.

Alvin 'Charlie' Robinson

Alvin “Charlie” Robinson, 86, passed away on Oct. 6, 2010 at the Libby Care Center.

Thomas E. O'Neil

Thomas E. O’Neil, 77, died on Oct. 6, 2010, at his residence in Troy.

Libby Public Schools surveying parents

Libby Public Schools are giving parents the opportunity during parent-teacher conferences to take a short survey to collect data about how they perceive what is going on in the schools.

Purchase scrips to help schools

The community is invited to purchase Rosauer’s grocery store dollars at the Libby elementary and middle schools to help raise funds for the district.

Events Calendar: Oct. 13-19

Fine Arts group to meet Oct. 14

The Libby Fine Arts Inc., plans to meet at 1 p.m., on Thursday, Oct. 14 at the Lincoln County annex building.

School committee plans meeting

Libby Public Schools announced that a Wellness Committee meeting is coming on Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 3:45 p.m., at the Central Administration Building.

New recycling program set to begin

Lincoln County will begin a new recycling program in Libby and Troy on Wednesday.

Public radio grant to expand coverage to Libby

The U.S. Department of Commerce awarded Montana Public Radio three federal grants to expand coverage to Libby and Polson and improve service in the north Flathead area, officials announced last week.

Senior Menus

Seniors Calendar: Oct. 13-19

Grant designed to improve health care for veterans

Rural health care in Montana just got a whole lot better based on the approval of a new initiative.

Mental health conference slated

Flathead Valley Community College-Lincoln County Campus in Libby will host the Fall 2010 Mental Health Conference on Thursday, Oct. 14.

Trojans stun previously unbeaten Florence

Judging from the game’s first play, one might think Troy would be in for a long night. Instead, the Trojans rolled in one of their most thrilling triumphs in recent memory.

Corner kicks haunt LHS in setback

Two corner kicks – that was enough to lift Polson to victory.

Asa Wood hosting book fair, conferences

A book fair will be taking place at Asa Wood Elementary in Libby this Thursday and Friday, corresponding with some parent-teacher conferences.

Gardening club elects officers

The Avid Gardeners, a local club for green thumbs, recently announced the naming of its new officers.

Family history event set for Bonners Ferry

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites the public to a family history conference on Saturday, Oct. 16, at its church in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Lady Trojans split 2 at home

The Troy High School volleyball team split a pair of matches on Saturday with a marathon loss to Ronan followed by a four-game victory over Plains.

Lady Loggers drop conference match to Maidens

Trying to slip into the top three teams in the Northwestern A, the Libby volleyball team suffered a setback on Saturday night with a 25-20, 21-25, 25-13, 25-18 loss to Ronan.

Troy council, mayor challenges continue

The atmosphere and effectiveness of a work meeting next week may be a litmus test for how well the Troy City Council and mayor will collaborate in the future.

Local VFW hosting essay writing contests

The Libby VFW Post No. 1548 and the ladies auxiliary are sponsoring the annual Patriot’s Pen Essay Writing Contest for sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade students, and the Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Competition for high-school students.

Letter: Stimson enters into easement agreement

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Letter: Questions about dam on Lake Creek

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Libby spikers down Flathead JV in 4

The Libby High School volleyball squad took the floor on Tuesday night with a match against Kalispell Flathead’s junior varsity. The Lady Loggers took the match in four games, 25-16, 25-18, 20-25, 25-21.

THS girls fall on road in 3 games to Stillwater

The Troy High School volleyball team took to the road again on Tuesday and fell in a nonconference match to Stillwater Christian, 25-22, 25-9, 26-24.

LHS soccer boys tie Whitefish on road

In less than two weeks, the Libby High School boys soccer team has rewritten the record book against rival Whitefish.

Presentation on neuropathy slated

The Libby Diabetes Awareness and Support Group along with St. John’s Lutheran Hospital are sponsoring the program, “Revisting Neuropathy,” at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, Oct. 12 at Christ Lutheran Church.

Whitefish takes 9-3 girls soccer victory over LHS

The Libby High School girls soccer team couldn’t keep up with the conference’s top team on Tuesday with a 9-3 loss at Whitefish.

Troy Friends of Library plan meeting

The Troy Friends of the Library plans to meet at 1 p.m., on Wedneday, Oct. 13.

Ski, snowboard swap coming Oct. 16

Turner Mountain Ski Area’s annual ski and snowboard swap in the Asa Wood gymnasium is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 16 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

1-Year-Old: Hudson Lily Carolina Bauer

Hudson Lily Carolina Bauer, daughter of George and Traci Bauer of Libby, celebrated her first birthday on Sept. 18.

Become part of tobacco prevention display

Lincoln County tobacco prevention specialist Barb Guthneck is encouraging the public to participate in a visual display planned next year for the Capitol Rotunda.

Election 2010: 19th District Court Judge

Learn to speak Norwegian at free class

The Sons of Norway in Libby plans to host a Norwegian language class on the third Saturday each month from October through May.

THS parent-teacher conferences Wednesday

Troy High School plans to host parent-teacher conferences on Wednesday, Oct. 6.

Events Calendar: Oct. 6-12

Senior Menus: Oct. 6-12

Seniors Calendar: Oct. 6-12

Dwane D. Monroe

Dwane D. Monroe passed away Sept. 29, 2010 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center due to complications from acute mesothelioma.

Memorial Service: Charles F. Hudler

Charles F. Hudler, 67, of Troy passed away at home on Oct. 2, 2010.

Margaret P. Decker

Margaret P. Decker, 88, a longtime Libby resident, died of natural causes on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Henry O. Melich

Henry O. Melich, 76, of Libby died at home of natural causes on Thur-sday, Sept. 30, 2010.

Women's Aglow meetings to begin Thursday

Women’s Aglow plans to start monthly meetings on Thursday, Oct. 7 at the home of Ruth Hedge in Troy, organizers announced.

Recognition goes to Libby firewise effort

Over the past seven years, a local effort to increase awareness on the threats of wildfire has taken hold. Through various projects and activities, the Libby area has made progress on being prepared if a wildfire rips through the region.

Mixed Pool League plans Oct. 13 meeting

The Mixed Pool League plans to hold an organizational meeting at 7 p.m., on Wednesday, Oct. 13 at the VFW Hall in Libby.

Breast Health Awareness Dessert coming

The annual Breast Health Awareness Dessert is coming on Monday, Oct. 18. The event, sponsored by St. John’s Lutheran Hospital, will begin at 6 p.m., at Libby Christian Church.

Wolf impact panel includes Bennett

Montana Rep. Gerald Bennett of Libby will be among the panelists taking part in a wolf impact hearing with U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg on Wednesday in Kalispell.

THS falls just short in home-turf thriller

Clinging to a two-point lead past the midway point of the fourth quarter, Troy would need a strong finish to hold off visiting Superior. Unfortunately for the Trojans, a series of miscues helped their nonconference opponent escape town with a 14-8 victory.

LHS spikers down Bonners Ferry

Trailing 24-20 in the fourth game of a Friday night match against Bonners Ferry, Libby called timeout to regain its composure.

LHS offense rolls over Bulldogs, 38-25

The Libby High School football team wrapped up a four-week road trip and evened its record on Friday night by downing conference rival Whitefish, 38-25.

Logger boys blank Bigfork in soccer

Patience in the first half … unrelenting attack in the second. It all added up to a 6-0 rout over Bigfork on Thursday for the Libby boys soccer team.

Cielak competes at state golf meet

Libby High School junior Louis Cielak had hopes of putting together a couple of good rounds at last weekend’s Class A state golf meet in Laurel. But the shots just wouldn’t fall in the right spots.

Elks Hoop Shoot for youth coming up Oct. 16 in Libby

Local girls and boys ages 8-13 are invited to register for the annual BPOE Hoop Shoot on Saturday, Oct. 16 at the Libby Middle School gym.

St. John's employees continue fund drive

St. John’s Lutheran Hospital employees have now contributed more than $150,000 through payroll deductions to a fund to help pay for the new hospital.

'Step For Health' program begins soon

The Montana Athletic Club, St. John’s Lutheran Hospital and the Northwest Community Health Center are joining forces to sponsor a community fitness motivations program.

Montana wildlife agency appeals Molloy decision on wolves

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks filed an appeal Friday with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit to overturn the District Court ruling by Judge Donald Molloy that returned the region’s recovered wolves to the federal endangered species list.

LHS soccer girls fall in 2 league games

The Libby High School girls soccer team dropped back-to-back conference games last week with losses of 3-0 to Bigfork and 5-0 to Columbia Falls.

Cielak, Farrell take first place in golf tourney

Joe Cielak and Charlie Farrell claimed top honors in the final tournament of the season at Cabinet View Golf Club.

Florence spikers down Lady Trojans

The Troy High School volleyball team stepped out of the conference on Saturday for a road trip to Florence. The Lady Trojans came up short in four games, 25-18, 15-25, 28-26, 25-19.

Libby City Council to meet Monday evening

The Libby City Council plans to meet at 7 p.m., on Monday, Oct. 4, at City Hall.