Ellington

Zonolite Mine

Zonolite MineÐ After you cross the new Kootenai River bridge and drive northeast from Libby along the magnificent Kootenai River, you will pass within a few miles of this big indistrial installation which crowns Vermiculite Mountain. This is the Zonolite Co. mine and mill where the raw material for its wide variety of products is scooped from Mother Earth and given the initial processing steps.

Zonolite Conveyor

Leaping the RiverÐ The Kootenai River separates the Zonolite Co. installation from the tracks of the Great Northern Railway. This suspended conveyor belt carries the vermiculite across the Kootenai and into the waiting freight cars. In the background are the Zonolite storage bins, Highway 37 and the road leading to the vermiculite mine.

Youth and Electronic Aggression

X Country

Joni, left and Robin Schiferl, right, venture out onto "Shorty's Loop" for some late season cross country skiing at South Flower Cross Country Ski Trail Saturday afternoon.

Library

Weather 100 Years 2-29-12

Rocky Shore

Snowshoe Peak

Old Photo 4 2-29

Bend Guard Ranger Station

Old Photo 3 2-29

Old Photo 2 2-29

Old Photo 1 2-29

Obit Hackett

Obit Nelson

Obit Maltby

KPFL McCrohan and Whitehouse

KPFL Holthaus and Compos

KPFL Wise and Newstrom

Families in Partnership

Shyla Stevenson

Freshman Shyla Stevenson at Divisional Tourney vs. Whitefish Feb. 23

Taylor Quinn

Sophomore Taylor Quinn up for a shot against the Wildkats Saturday, Feb. 25

Cyberbullying Hurts

Cyberbullying

Wilderness group begins annual scholarship program

Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness once again is soliciting entries for its annual scholarship contest.

Junior-varsity Ladies win their third consecutive game

Lady Loggers JV

Ryggs' Hoop Shoot

Elks Hoop Shoot winner Ryggs Johnston advances to the next level after his win at the State Contest in Livingston, Mont., on Feb. 4. Johnston will head to Regionals in Rapid City, S.D. on March 3. Jay Beagle, also of Libby, competed at State but he will not advance to Regionals. Past champs include Hannah England, Jared Winslow and Jackie Mee.

Trojans beat Lions at home, triumph over rival Vikings

Sometimes, the team that wins championships is the one that is peaking just at the right time, tournament time.

Law-Enforcement Blotter: Jan. 31-Feb. 14

Lincoln County

UM study: State logging industry still faces many challenges

University of Montana researchers found that key factors for Montana’s forest products industry improved little during 2011.

Benefiting St. John's

St. John’s Lutheran Hospital Auxiliary President Jan Kendall hands a check to Steve Chavez, Hospital CFO for $5,000 toward the purchase of a ZOLL patient monitor, which will be used in the transport of critical patients to other healthcare facilities.  Cathy Wolfe, Vice President of Nursing Services at SJLH stands by with the new equipment, which is the top of the line in Monitor Defibrillators.

Richard Chase, 73, of Libby

Richard Chase, 73, of Libby died Friday, Feb. 17, 2012, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. 

Kenneth A. Foy, 78 of Libby

Kenneth A. Foy, 78, of Libby passed away Friday, Feb. 17, 2012, at his home in Libby after a courageous battle with cancer.  

Judge grants restraining order to halt election to oust mayor

District Judge James Wheelis granted a temporary restraining order against Lincoln County Clerk and Recorder Tammy Lauer on Feb. 14 to temporarily stop the special election in Troy.

District makes hirings

Troy School Board members approved contracts for 2012-’13 for district employees including teachers, administrators and coaches during a recent meeting.

District envisions shortfall

The 2011 closure of Asa Wood Elementary School and the subsequent consolidation of District 4 students into two campuses helped to trim expenses, but board members were advised at their last meeting declining enrollment could mean a shortfall of $249,000 for the 2012-’13 year.

Greenchain duo chosen for Tournament of Champions

Libby Greenchain wrestlers Kyle Leir and Mitch Haugen have been selected to participate in the 4th Annual Tournament of Champions all-star wrestling event.

Loggers beat Lions, Pirates; reserve players check-in

The Libby Loggers boy’s team dominated the competition last week, winning over the Eureka Lions on Feb. 7, 50-48, and Saturday at 70-58 against the Polson Pirates.

Libby Rod and Gun Club: Feb. 11 Scattergun Scores

Libby Scattergun

Some hints for being safe fishing the 'hard water'

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks does not monitor the thickness of the ice or the wind velocity on the state’s fishable lakes and reservoirs.

New deer, elk guidelines are available

Along with the new March 15 deadline to apply for 2012 deer and elk hunting permits, the new streamlined eight-page application packet — that contains all the information residents need to apply — is now available at all license providers, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks offices and online at fwp.mt.gov.

Lincoln Lanes Leagues: Feb. 1 & Feb. 8

Lincoln Lanes

Troy Basketball 2011-'12

Anniversary: Wagner, 58 years

Lloyd Wagner, aka Willie B the Balloon Man, formally proposed to his wife, Judy, in December after 58 years of marriage. On Valentine’s Day they celebrated another anniversary. Lloyd put the ring on his wife’s finger at what was then Hall’s Jewelry.

Aidan Elletson celebrates first birthday

 Little Aidan Elletson, whose grandparents are here in Libby, didn’t quite know what to think of the birthday cake on his first birthday, Feb. 1, but he had a good time.

Birth: Colton R. Oedekoven

Colton Russell Oedekoven, son of Amanda and Weston Oedekoven of Kalispell, was born on Jan. 3, 2012.

Birth: Tanner J. Freebury

Tanner James Freebury, son of Bethany and Chris Freebury of Libby, was born Feb. 11, 2012.

Birth: Jackson S. McDougall

Jackson Scott McDougall, son of Krista Roll and Jordan McDougall of Billings, Mont., was born Jan. 1, 2012.

Birth: Noah P. Scofield

Noah Patrick Scofield, son of McKenzi and Nate Scofield of Libby, was born Feb. 10, 2012.

Birth: Kobe N. Trujillo

Kobe Nicholas Trujillo, son of Sharon Smith and Tim Trujillo of Libby, was born Feb. 10, 2012.

A plan for our National Forests

An author of the U.S. Forest Service’s Draft Forest Proposal, a 28-year veteran with the agency, said Friday the plan is diverse enough to meet the needs and interests of all the entities.

Back Adit show was well worth the admission, reader says

Letter to the Editor,

Troy reader takes exception to Councilman Art's Letter

Letter to the Editor,

Troy resident says there is a political agenda in seeking the recall of Mayor Banning

Letter to the Editor,

Norovirus making rounds in the area

Norovirus, more commonly referred to as the stomach flu, is making the rounds in Lincoln County, said County Communicable Diseases Director Marci Johnson.

Banning retains attorney, will fight

Troy Mayor Don Banning has retained Attorney James Reintsma to represent him against the recent petition to recall his election.

School district makes plans for May 8 election

District 4 School Board members on Monday unanimously approved May 8 as the date for trustee election.

Kinniburgh burglary suspect to get evaluation

The second of two men charged with the repeated burglary of the Dale and Catherine Kinniburgh home was in District Court on Monday as prosecutors sought to move the case along.

Planning a defense

The attorney for Kristina Lynn Welch, the 52-year-old woman charged with the deliberate homicide slaying of her husband Dec. 8 in their Granite Lake Road home, is planning a defense that Welch’s act was “a justifiable use of force.”

Troy Trojans Boys Divisional Summary

The Western News

People Profile: Richard Buti

Occupation: Co-owner of Gene’s Body Shop in Libby.

Superintendent Wendt

Doug Roll

Marianne Roose

Cory Orr Championship Game

Unstoppable Cory Orr lays one up in Troy's 38-36 triumph over Bigfork securing the 7-B District Championship

One Yr Old Schulte

Obit Mason

One Yr Old Hannah

Hudson Hannah

Obit Verdon

Karen Alexander Kay Urdahl

Johnston

Stinger Welding Spool

Stinger Track Torch

Stinger Overhead Crane

Stinger Grinder

Stinger Brushing Steel

Stinger Weld

Stinger Band Saw

Stinger Span on Crane

Stinger Patrick Explains

Stinger Lunch

Stinger Welder in Box

Stinger Labeled Steel

Stinger Kari Explains

Stinger Floor Supervisor

Choir LHS

Stinger Beam Writing

Bee Too

Bee Three

Bee

Cliff Bara

Vic White

Paul Verdon, 85

Paul Verdon, 85, a longtime Montana newspaper editor and a former researcher at the state Legislative Council, died Friday at St. Peter's Hospital in Helena. He suffered from Parkinson's disease.

Ryggs Johnston

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Senior Night

Pep Band and cheerleader senior night during half time of Libby/C-Falls boys basketball game Saturday.

Kiwanis Choir Kids

Libby Elementary Choir members, under the direction of Lorraine Braun, performed Friday at the Elks Lodge during the Kootenai Kiwanis banquet. The young choir, who normally perform with many more, sounded terrific during the four numbers they performed. In this photo, the group is singing, “You.”

Kiwanis Donation

Kira Stehlik, 7, inspired by Kiwanis Lt. Gov. Pam Peppenger’s plea to donate to Kiwanis’ effort to fight Neonatal Maternal Tetanus, gave $1 to the cause during Friday evening’s Kootenai Kiwanis Banquet at the Elks Lodge. About 70 people attended the annual fundraiser.

Old Photo 2-22

Logger Greenchain Libby High School wrestlers (front from left) Jeff Parker, Shawn Michalkiewicz, Jason Kumle, Keith Johnson, Bob Schnetter; (back from left) Chris Miller, Drew Casey, Adam Carr, Kyle Roslin and Cory Miller left Wednesday for the state tournament in Billings. Photo from the Feb. 14, 1992, files of The Western News.

Old Photo Too 2-22

Proprietors The operators of the new food store in south Libby are Lloyd Corbett, left, and Merritt Dutton. Corbett, who formerly conducted a logging operation, is the owner of the South Libby Market, the grocery portion of the business, and Dutton, who has 15 years of experience in the meat cutting trade, is the owner of Merritt's Guaranteed Meats. The business, located in the old South Libby store building at 1202 Utah Ave., opened last Friday.

Hannah England

Freshman Hannah England with her eye on the hoop vs the Wildkats Feb. 16. C-Falls' Tori Price left.

Speech and Drama

Libby High School Speech and Drama Coach Cindy Curtiss, second from right, was named Divisional Coach of the Year in January. Curtiss and her students, from left, Billy Topaz, Brittany Maamood and Jordan Holder, right, entertained Kootenai Kiwanis members and guests Friday at the Elks Lodge during the annual banquet.

CHC Kara Matthews, left, Dusti Thompson and Jessica Conrad

Kara Matthews, left, Dusti Thompson and Jessica Conrad

CHC Shannon Ostrowski

Shannon Ostrowski and state wrestling champion Mitch Haugen

CHC Eileen Carney

Eileen Carney looks over the "goodie" table.

CHC Wendy Chopyak

Wendy Chopyak gets advice on her poker hand from her husband Joe

CHC Dr. Stephen Becker

Dr. Stephen Becker looks over the "goodie" table

Trophy 7-B District Champions

7-B District Champions

Ryan Rayson

Senior Ryan Rayson drives in for two on a Eureka turnover in the first quarter, 9-8 advantage Troy.

Cory Orr

Cory Orr drives the baseline to score on a reverse layup in fourth quarter, 63-50 Troy

Cody Orr

Cody Orr vs. Bigfork divisional championship 2-18-12

Creede Garcia

Senior guard Creede Garcia drives the lane past Eureka's 6'5" Tanner Peterson in 4th quarter action vs. Eureka Thursday

Andersen Jube

Ryan Rayson gets a triumphant hug from Coach Corey Andersen after defeating Bigfork 38-36 Saturday for the 7-B District Championship

Jazmine Bienek

Troy cheerleader Jazmine Bienek during Eureka game 2-16-12

Will Reichel

Will Reichel drives for the hoop during fourth quarter action vs. C-Falls Saturday at Ralph Tate Gymnasium

James R. Locke 72, of Troy

James “Jim” Ronald Locke passed away Feb. 10, 2012, in Libby, Mont. 

Brian C. Stewart 72, of Libby

Brian C. Stewart, Sr., 72, of Libby passed away of natural causes on Feb. 4, 2012, at the Libby Care Center. 

Responding to 911, leads to another

Simultaneous 911 calls were dispatched Friday afternoon for various reasons. However, one dispatch call resulted in another 911 call being made.

SJLH Board picks Schwartz as interim

A chief executive officer with experience at small critical-access hospitals has been tabbed as interim CEO at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

City-County Health Committee applies for EPA grant funding

Have you ever thought about what group or organization will hear asbestos concerns after the Environmental Protection Agency completes its duties here in Libby?

Council OKs dam road plan

During a special meeting Thursday, Libby City Council members, staring at an $8.1 million expense of a dam reservoir construction project, bit the bullet and opted to have city and Lincoln County crews construct a new access road to allow equipment to a site where the dam will be built.

Lincoln Lanes Leagues: Jan. 25 scores

*Lincoln Lanes

Libby Rod and Gun Club: Feb. 4 Scattergun Scores

Libby Scatterguns Scores

Libby Greenchain secures spot at state

Libby Greenchain will advance to the final round — state championship in Billings, Mont., on Feb. 10, 11.

Improving Lady Loggers win two of their last three contests

As the high school basketball season nears the end, the Lady Loggers win at home Feb. 3 — Ladies 48, Whitefish, 27.

Savage returns home after attack that hospitalized

Disc-jockey for the VFW bar in Troy, “D.J.” Dan Savage Jr. returned home Tuesday after he was beaten after leaving Jan. 30.

There is help for those hurting

Letter to the Editor,

Cabinet View Golf Club Board President explains the board's position

Letter to the Editor,

Reader writes on socialism, communism, other '-isms'

Letter to the Editor,

Troy City Councilman addresses mayor recall

Letter to the Editor, and the Citizens of Troy,

Birth: Brianna M. Strand

Brianna M. Strand

Birth: Jake Roberts

Jake Roberts

Birth: Gavin R. Thomas

Gavin R. Thomas

Birth: Christina Goucher

Christina Goucher

Birth: Grey Herman

Grey Herman

Birth: Ashira C. Mast

Ashira C. Mast

Troy Kids

Coaches and players from the Troy Middle School basketball team. Boys eighth- grade team.

Troy Girls

Kara Sevalstad, also Tony Smith’s varsity assistant, led the girls jayvee squad.

Troy Girls Varsity

Tony Smith returned to coach the girls junior varsity squad.

Troy Boys

Coach John Bower led the junior varsity squad to a good season.

Troy Varsity

The Troy Boys Varsity basketball team is having a great year under coach Cory Andersen.

One Yr Old Elletson

Aidan Elletson

Birth Oedekoven

Colton Russell Oedekoven

Program recognizes youth, works to promote civic pride

Troy Police Chief Bob McLeod developed the Positive-Ticket Program to promote positive interaction with kids in the community.

Carol Cady

Occupation: Owner of Mountain Meadows Gifts & Espresso in Libby

Student doctor joins Libby Clinic

Welch hearing continued

Council hears dam costs

Wrestle Leir

Kyle Leir

Weather 100 Years 2-15-12

From the Feb. 15, 1912, files of The Western News

Troy Band

The baritone and alto saxophones of Troy Pep Band members Jeremy Helmrick, left, Gage Tallmadge and Nathan Olds kept the crowd fired up during Friday's match-up with the Stillwater Christian Cougars.

Old Photo Too 2-15

Ernest F. Bivins, superintendent of the Troy schools, has notified the Board of Trustees of School District No. 1 and Troy High School District, of his resignation, effective July 1, 1962. From the March 8, 1962, files of The Western News.

Old Photo 2-15

Trophy Winners These five members of the Libby Boxing Club returned from Bonners Ferry last Saturday night with six trophies. Each was awarded a trophy for winning his boxing match, and Charlie Edwards, center, was awarded the "outstanding boxer" trophy for those under 100 pounds. Other trophy winners are John Atchley, left, Rick Graves, Gary Rantala and Curt Jones. Some of them will be fightng again Sunday in matches at Memorial Gymnasium.

Little Cheer

The "Little Cheerleaders" entertained the crowd during halftime of the boys game Saturday night.

LHS Jerseys

Libby High School seniors made miniature jerseys replicating their Loggers-basketball jerseys to display in the gym.

Caitlin O'Brien

Sophomore Caitlin O'Brien pulls down an offensive rebound in the second quarter in Friday's game against the Stillwater Christian Cougars.

Kim Tangen

Kaitlyn Gilder consoles Kim Tangen after she fouls out late in the fourth quarter vs Polson Saturday.

Coach Jim May

Lady Loggers Coach Jim May signals instructions to his team during Saturday's matchup with Polson.

Rebecca Kyriss

Rebecca Kyriss prepares to pass to Hannah England in first quarter action vs. the Lady Pirates

Ryan Rayson

Opening tip of the Troy/Stillwater Christian match-up. Ryan Rayson, right and Josh Topp left.

Dalton Krause

Senior Dalton Krause competes with Stillwater's Josh Topp for a rebound in the first quarter.

Jennifer Hoffman

Jennifer Hoffman breaks the sound barrier Friday evening during the Troy/Stillwater Christian match-up.

Cielak and Zimmerman

Louis Cielak and Sawyer Zimmerman check in with 15 seconds remaining in 4th quarter vs. Polson

Trojans fall to Vikings in hoop slugfest

The Trojans' varsity basketball game with the Bigfork Vikings on Friday was like two Super Bowl teams vying against the clock for that winner-take-all opportunity in the last moments, and despite multiple changes, the local boys came out on the short end, 51-44.

Lady Trojans overpowered by Vals, 42-25

At first, the Lady Trojans varsity basketball team found it difficult to find the bottom of the net, but then improved in the second and third quarters, but it was too little too late as they fell to the Bigfork Vals, 42-25, Friday night.

Female-downy woodpecker

A female downy woodpecker searches for lunch in a dead larch tree near Pipe Creek

Looking for lunch: Downy Woodpecker

A female downy woodpecker searches for food recently in a dead larch tree near Pipe Creek.

Law-Enforcement Blotter: Jan. 19 - Feb. 4

Lincoln County

Rotary, 'Libby Ready or Not' start reading program

The Libby Rotary Club, in conjunction with "Libby Ready or Not," a local civic group that promotes youth reading, soon will be making resources available for low-income preschoolers.

Minding our Business

Libby now has a new jewelry store, Helen's Jewelry, LLC, located at 219 E. Ninth St.

Robert E. Powell 81, of Libby

Robert E. "Bob" Powell passed away on Feb. 3, 2012, at St. John's Lutheran Hospital in Libby.

Two years of making strides

Burglary suspect is arraigned

Faction seeks to recall election of Mayor Banning

Seeks to expand service area

Cabinet View Fire Service Area Board members have made an agenda request to Lincoln County Commissioners for today's meeting to present a petition with signatures that would triple its service area.

Have a story? Know a couple?

Valentine's Day is here:

DJ Savage

Family friend, Misty Yeadon, left, visits with Savage just days before his release from Kalispell Medical Center. Savage was attacked Jan. 30, his face was shattered by two males kicking his face and head with their steel-toe boots.

Shyla Stevenson

Shyla Stevenson drives in low past Eureka's Alex Holland in first quarter.

Hailey Craig

Freshman Hailey Craig and Eureka's Alyssa White battle for a rebound in fourth quarter action Tuesday night at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.

Kelsey Klin

Sophomore guard Kelsey Klin looks to pass in third quarter action vs. Eureka.

Taylor Quinn

Taylor Quinn sinks the go-ahead free throw to put Libby on top 24-23 late in fourth quarter vs. Eureka.

Wrestle Leir

Kyle Leir wrestles C-Falls at C-Falls Divisionals Feb. 4 at 145

Wrestle Haugen

Mitch Haugen wrestles Polson at Divisionals in Columbia Falls 2-4

Weather 100 Years 2-8-12

From the Feb. 8, 1912 files of The Western News

Old Photo 2-8

Northwestern B Champs Coach Bill Racicot and the first five of the Libby Loggers basketball team were a happy bunch Sunday when they returned from Kalispell with two big trophiesÐthe awards for the conference championship and for the divisional tournament title. Pictured are Sam Browne, left, Racicot, Jim Starry, Ronnie Scott, John Tushaus and Ben Vaughn. MillerÕs photo from the March 1, 1962, files of The Western News.

Rotary

Libby Rotarian George Gerard  is presented a check for the literacy program from Terri Granger, right, as Sandy Elmore looks on.

Helen's Jewelry

Helen Clark-Barr, right, and her assistant Lynn Specht.

Breanna Opland

Junior Breanna Opland looks to pass in fourth quarter action against Bigfork Friday at the Activity Center

Taylor Quinn

Sophomore Taylor Quinn tries to save the ball from going out of bounds but comes up short in second quarter action in Troy Jan. 27

Cody Orr

Senior guard Cody Orr has the ball knocked away by Bigfork's 6'2" Chris Landon in third quarter action Friday night.

Troy Police

Troy Police officers, from left, Nathan White, Chief Bob McLeod and Colin Barnett mark the second anniversary of the new department.

High-school basketball player, diagnosed

Engagement: Schauss and Baker

Tester supports Montana-firefighter relief

People Profile: Amanda Houser

Notoriety: Special award

Robert I. Schliep 96, of Libby

Romney, Gingrich; debate conspiracy

Trojans win by one at home, 43-42

Boys basketball this season has been far from disappointing - each game has had it's own special flare.

'We need to move from the “us vs. them” mentality'

Greenchain continues struggle

Libby locals were happy to see the Greenchain back home for Friday’s wrestling duals against the Frenchtown Broncs and the Glacier Wolfpack.

Lady Loggers feel the bite at home, 62-41

The Lady Loggers basketball team, after being outscored nearly 2-to-1 in the early going against the Columbia Falls Wildkats on Thursday, rallied to within three points at halftime but the comeback came up short, eventually losing 62-41.

Zumba fitness craze catching on; MAC adds instructors

Looking for a great aerobic workout so you look your best in the spring?

Arraignment: Bonifas

James Louis Bonifas, 75, was arraigned Monday morning for allegedly killing his daughter, Suzanne Campbell, 41, on Jan. 6.

Noble files to expand existing quarry

Noble Excavating, Inc., has filed an application with the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) for an operating permit under the Metal Mine Reclamation Act.

Duane A. Whitehouse 93, of Libby

Duane Alfred Whitehouse, 93, passed away unexpectedly Jan. 29, 2012 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital of natural causes. 

Dick D. Sharp 63, of Libby

Dick D. Sharp, 63, of Libby died Sunday January 22, 2012, at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital from natural causes. 

Mavis L. Potter 71, of Libby

Mavis L. Potter, 71, a long time Libby resident died Friday Jan. 27, 2012 from injuries sustained from a motor vehicle accident near Troy. 

Klepfer: August remains a target

Eric Klepfer, the environmental consultant for the Montanore Project, told Lincoln County Commissioners recently he is optimistic the project will meet a projected August deadline for approval.

Collision injures two, claims one life

A head-on collision Friday afternoon, involving two vehicles several miles west of Troy, resulted in the injuries of two males and the death of a female.

Hall's Jewelry

The former storefront for Hall's Jewelry store

'Coin Caper' found innocent

Raise, release program; planned for May 15

Landowners interested in raising and releasing ring-necked pheasants this year through the state Upland Game Bird Enhancement Program have until May 15 to submit an application.

Land designated for caribou habitat

After weeks of study and consultation, Boundary County Commissioners invoked a federal law to be included as participants in the process currently underway to designate over 600-square-miles of North Idaho and eastern Washington as a critical caribou habitat.

Obit Schliep

Robert Schliep

Houser

Amanda Houser, assistant manager at Pizza Hut

Cielak

Louis Cielak

BBT Randall

Justin Randall, left, congratulates Cody Orr for scoring the go-ahead hoop to put Troy up 43-42 to win the game.

BBT Orr

Troy senior guard Cory Orr drives low for the lane past Libby's Nolan Broden in fourth quarter action Friday night. Broden was responsible for keeping Orr's 3-point hoops to a minimum.

BBT Andersen

Coach Cory Andersen cheers after Cody Orr nails the winning hoop with 4.5 seconds remaining on the clock.

BBL Winslow

Coach Wally Winslow during third quarter action vs. Troy

BBL Lapka

Troy's Ryan Rayson attempts to strip the ball away from Elias Lapka but Libby manages to retain, third quarter.

BBL Broden

Nolan Broden in the key jockeys for position with Gabe Hickman on guard during first quarter.

Recent crisis center calls surge 23 percent

A recent string of acts of violence to families has led to a 23 percent increase in the number of calls from persons who either are domestic violence victims or fear they are in a situation where they may be, according to the director of the Lincoln County Crisis Solutions.

$28 million grant aids students

The U.S. Department of Education recently awarded the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education a seven-year, $28 million GEAR-UP grant.

Islam is critical of women's rights

Letter to the Editor,

The act of executive pardons has gotten way out of hand, reader contends

Letter to the Editor,

High-School Band Concert

The Libby High School Band Concert will be performing at the Memorial Center at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6.

Birth: Uithof twins

Birth: Riley Sather

Riley Sather, son of Carmin and Joel Sather of Libby, was born Jan. 14, 2012.

Jean K. Struck 91, of Libby

Jean Kathryn (Wolters) Struck, 91, passed away of natural causes at her home in Libby on Jan. 23, 2012. 

Hall testifies at trial

A Libby jury seeks a verdict Friday for a case, originating more than a year ago, resulting in the arrest of a former Hall’s Jewelry goldsmith, Randal Johns.

Reintsma offers opinion on stalemate

Libby City Council members should formalize a plat application it began five years ago with the Cabinet View Golf Club on its planned subdivision, writes Libby City Attorney James Reintsma in an opinion that seeks to end a stalemate.

People Profile: Tracy Rebo

Residents voice Plan concerns