Friday, June 29
Complete 2012 Logger Days Results
Thursday, June 28
Festival promoters plan bigger bash for the Fourth
The massive influx of people for Troy’s Fourth of July celebration are in for surprises and thrills Wednesday, as the city has spent more time and money than ever to make Independence Day go off with a bang.
Officials hear water-rights pleas
There was more frustration and waiting for Lincoln County on Wednesday, as representatives from the county had little luck in Polson negotiating with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ water rights off the Flathead Reservation.
People Profile: Theresa Muniz
Women's League Golf Scores May 22- May 30
Late starting Loggers can't win Big Bucks, mercied 12-2
The late-start Loggers tested their luck one time too many this weekend at the Big Bucks Tournament in Libby, falling 12-2 to the Calgary Redbirds in a mercy-rule shortened championship to finish second.
Rosauers, Save-Rite South are recognized
Two Libby businesses have been recognized by the Montana Lottery officials with a Silver Anniversary Retailer Award, a special distinction reserved for Lottery retailers with 25 years of service to the Lottery.
Troy's Fourth of July Plans bring play to town
John Carter
Tribal attorney John Carter answers questions about the tribes' role and motives in the water-rights meeting in Polson.
Elder Steve Lozar
Steve Lozar, Tribal Council, explains how water is his people's lifeblood.
Seth Makepeace
Hydrologist Seth Makepeace explains water inflows both on and off the Confederated Tribes on the Flathead Reservation.
Logger Days Fun
Check out the album to see the photos from the Logger Days weekend.
Logger Lawn
Even the kids were racing lawnmowers!
Authentico Tex-Mex brings spice to west Libby
Authentic Tex-Mex is the flavor of the day on the edge of Libby’s city limits.
Firehouse Vandalism
Several windows were broken between midnight Friday and 7 a.m. Saturday at the Libby Volunteer Fire Department firehouse. Fire Chief Tom Wood said five windows were broken with rocks, three of which were readily visible from the street.
Troy's Fourth of July Celebration brings a play to town
Delano B. Drury, 77, of Libby
Delano B. Drury, 77, of Libby passed away October 7, 2011. He was born Aug. 11, 1934, in Spokane, Wash., to Bliss and Fanny (Gildon) Drury.
Generia Stutsman, 89, of Libby
Harold Nelson, Jr., 84, of Libby
Harold M. “Swede” Nelson, Jr., passed away quietly at home with his loving companion, Maria Luiza Ellis by his side.
Ethel Anderson, 89, of Libby
Ethel Joyce Gass Hemphill Anderson, 89, our borrowed angel, returned to her Lord on May 11, 2012.
Savage may face additional charges
Witness tampering, stalking could be next
During a preliminary hearing in Lincoln County Justice Court on Friday, Judge Jay C. Sheffield found sufficient probable cause of witness tampering against Dan James (D.J.) Savage.
16 city cases dismissed
When Charles Evans was unceremoniously booted by former Troy mayor Don Banning in February, the pending court cases at the time were up in the air.
Council balks at 10-hour work days
Mayor Brown questions Northern Lights agreement
Tony Brown, Troy’s new mayor, wasted no time in his first regular city council meeting Wednesday evening, diving right into his mayor’s report about what changes he was prepared to make.
Judge rules with county
Bull Lake, CVFSA rebuked; judge says county decides services
Twentieth Judicial District Judge C.B. McNeil on Thursday, rendering a decision from the Lake County Courthouse, has issued a partial judgment sought by Bull Lake Fire District and Cabinet View Fire Service Area concerning the expansion of services within their areas clearly in favor of Lincoln County.
Tuesday, June 26
Window LVFD
Broken windows at LVFD
Old Photo Too 6-27
Linda Swenson, Logger Days Queen 1962 From the July 26, 1962, files of The Western News.
Old Photo 6-27
Rocketry The students of Miss Janet KendallÕs fourth grade class at McGrade School ended the school year with a popular science project on rocketry. The project concluded with each student firing his or her rocket in the school playground, while mothers and brothers and sisters came to watch. In photo on left, Miss Kendall helps Julie Blair adjust an experimental Styrofoam nose cone before launch. At right, Denise Camp carefully hooks up the ignition wires to the rocketÕs engine before blast off. Photos from the June 8, 1972, files of The Western News.
La Enchilada
The interior of La Enchilada after the lunch rush. The manager, Gina Garcia, left, tends the register while a few stragglers finish up their meals. Authentic Mexican is La Enchilada’s deal, and pescado and camarones provide some seafood to the inland Northwest.
Logger Water Fight
Loggers Days Parade cheerleaders gave everyone a reason to cheer for the first festival of the summer.
Logger Skymaster
Ethan Beck, left, and Colton Howard aboard the "Skymaster" ride at the Paradise Carnival during Logger Days Saturday.
Logger Saw
A woman and her saw.
Logger Ramsey
Chrissy Ramsey of Naches, Wash., partnered with Lauren Bergman of Kalispell turn in a time of 17.185 in the women's double buck competition Saturday.
Logger Race
Saturday's brief rainstorm added a new dimension to the Logger Days lawnmower races, mud!
Logger Lawnmower
Chris Spangler of Bonners Ferry placed second on a Kohler 20hp lawnmower behind Buck Taggert of Viola on an Ace Hardware 18.5hp in the open class Saturday night during the Logger Days lawnmower races.
Logger Nik
Armed with a "sippy" cup, two-year-old Nik Arunachalan gathers candy during the Logger Days Parade.
Logger Lawn
Even the kids were racing lawnmowers!
Logger Cheer
Loggers Days Parade cheerleaders gave everyone a reason to cheer for the first festival of the summer.
Logger Coaster
Olivia Smith, left and Melissa Munroe (both 9) of Libby, aboard the roller coaster Saturday at the Paradise Carnival.
Logger Bergman
The newlywed team of Seth and Lauren Bergman during the Ma and Pa race Saturday.
Rewerts Punch
Eventual Bull Of The Woods Nic Rewerts, right, winds up a punch against Jake Swartzendruber at J. Neils Park.
Haines' plane
Belle Haines found the airplane ride very enjoyable.
Emergency management in Troy
Volunteers on Monday were summoned to 111 Riverside in Troy as rising water from the Kootenai River has threatened a residence there.
Winslow's walk-off
Nic Robertson, left, Andrew Haggerty, Jared Winslow, Micah Germany and Will Reichel congratulate Winslow on his walk off single to beat the Moscow Blue Devils.
Friday, June 22
Big Bucks Tournament Schedule
Thursday-
Thursday, June 21
Free lessons Tuesday set at city courts
Coaches Terry Oedewaldt and Dave Nelson will again be offering free tennis lessons on Tuesday evenings at the Libby Community Tennis Courts on East Spruce near the Montana Athletic Club.
Le Tour de Koocanusa set for Aug. 11
Le Tour de Koocanusa, an 83-mile bike ride around Lake Koocanusa that benefits David Thompson Search & Rescue, will be held on Saturday, Aug. 11.
Timberbeast Challenge is this weekend
The Ralph Stever Memorial Challenge Tournament returns to Troy and the 18-hole Timberbeast disk golf course.
Leggins finishes fourth, gets first shot at State Tournament
The road to the state tournament for junior Danny Leggins went through teammate Jason Schnackenberg in Polson at the Divisional Tournament May 17-19.
Free Gospel Concert June 23
A free Gospel concert is set at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Fireman’s Park featuring Nashville’s Keffer Family.
Fourth of July quilt show in Troy
The Tender Lovin’ Quilters invites everyone to their 20th annual Fourth of July quilt show, July 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and July 4 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at W.F. Morrison School gym in Troy.
LHS Class of '72 plans its reunion
The LHS Class of 1972 will be celebrating its 40th reunion the weekend of Aug. 3 to 5.
Radio Field Day set this weekend
The American Radio Relay League is putting on a Field Day for the public and those interested in ham radio from 9 a.m. Saturday to noon Sunday June 23-24.
THS Class of 1982 slates reunion
The Troy High School Class of 1982 Reunion is scheduled July 13 to 15.
Sewing Boot Camp
Kootenai Valley Quilt Guild is sponsoring the Third Annual Sewing Boot Camp.
St. John's, AARP to host 55+ drivers
St. John’s Lutheran Hospital has joined the American Association of Retired persons (AARP) to offer a 55 Alive Driver Safety Program.
Yaak Church hosts VBS July 1 to 6
The Yaak Community Church will be conducting a free Vacation Bible School children’s program, July 1 - 6, at the Yaak Community Hall.
St. John VBS set for next week
St. John Lutheran Church’s Vacation Bible School will be held June 25 to 29 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. each day.
Commissioners explain CVFSA decision
Letter to the Editor,
Bache owes responders an apology, reader says
Letter to the Editor,
Reader says Allen is no outsider and should serve the city
Letter to the Editor,
Group offers summer activities for varied outdoor interests
Educational opportunities, hikes, trail projects abound this summer
This month, Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness marked National Trails Day, but that was only the beginning.
Logan celebrates his first birthday
Logan Chase Merriman, son of Hunter and Jaimie Merriman of Kent, Wash., celebrated his first birthday May 4.
Heath Allen Olsen
Heath Allen Olsen, son of Allen Olsen and Jami Britton of Libby, was born June 15, 2012.
Rhet Micheal Donnelly
Rhet Micheal Donnelly, son of Rob and Stacey (Bothman) Donnelly of Sheridan, Wyo., was born on May 16, 2012.
Dillon Elliot Schruth
Ghavin Blevins
Ghavin Blevins, son of Alexandria Blevins of Libby, was born on June 5, 2012.
Madison Foss
Madison Foss, daughter of Michelle and Scott Foss of Libby, was born on June 3, 2012.
Acton Kendahl Farmer
Robert Fleshman, 89, or Libby
Robert Joe Fleshman, Sr., 89, died on June 1, 2012 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Clancy, Montana.
Logger Days Fun Run 5K or 10K
The 2012 Libby Logger Days Fun Run will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 23.
Logger Days Parade Saturday
The 2012 Libby Logger Days Parade is at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 23.
Crews drill, test dam site for construction
Actual construction on the Flower Creek Dam won’t begin until next spring, but already there is a lot of activity at the site in preparation for that project.
County joblessness dips 1.3 percent; state rate rises
Montana’s economy added 1,300 jobs in May, but that was little solace to the 1,037 in Lincoln County still looking for employment. The county leads the state with the highest percentage of workforce jobless with 13.2 percent.
People Profile: Rick Ball
Occupation: Director Lincoln County Public Libraries
Sprinkle, Bonifas to get help
Involved in separate shootings, duo see inside of Warm Springs
Two local court cases involving state psychiatric evaluations, the genesis of which happened months apart, are approaching Lincoln County Courthouse on the same day.
Troy DEQ town meeting
John Podolinsky, in red, begins his speech last Wednesday in the Troy High School auditorium. Podolinsky, a Superfund project manager with the Department of Environmental Quality, spoke about changes in Troy and took questions.
Gloria Sprinkle
Gloria Sprinkle
Leggins
Danny Leggins, in yellow, finished fourth at Northwestern “A” Divisionals. Brady Hislop and Layne Zimmerman, from Polson, and Brian Marcille, from Columbia Falls, beat him out.
Dam Treacherous Sides
A Crux Subsurface drilling platform on the west side of the canyon clings to the steep, 45-plus-degree angle terrain as it drills.
Scotchman Peaks
Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness offers many trips into the northwest, including educational forays like a pair coming up June 30.
Dam Spillway and Dam
As water spills away from the aging Flower Creek Dam, the city’s reservoir, the apparent leaching of silica through the concrete is apparent. The state has said it will not issue another five-year permit for the dam, necessitating the new construction.
Dam New Dam Site
A Crux Subsurface drilling platform on the west side of the canyon clings to the steep, 45-plus-degree angle terrain as it drills.
Dam Brian Williams Biologist
Williams displays the bedrock core samplings from 75 feet beneath the canyon floor.
Wednesday, June 20
Passes keep migrating wildlife safe
The Peoples Way, or U.S. Highway 93, as it passes through the land of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Indian Nation, sets a new standard for efforts to reduce the impact of a modern day travel route on Montana’s wildlife.
Tuesday, June 19
DEQ offers grants dispersed under federal Clean Water Act
Categories include restoration, outreach
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is issuing a Fiscal Year 2013 call for grant applications under Section 319(h) of the Federal Clean Water Act.
Women's outdoor classes scheduled
Women interested in learning the basics of fly fishing, bird watching and wild plants will want to sign up for this year’s Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshops.
SuperTag license deadline is July 5
Eight lucky SuperTag hunters will win the chance to hunt a moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, elk, deer, antelope, mountain lion and bison in any legal district open for that species next fall.
USFS employees may ask visitors to complete poll
Soon, persons may see more U.S. Forest Service employees working in recreation sites and along Forest Service roads.
Alumni wallop Loggers, 16-3, at Gehring Field
You can’t teach an old Logger new tricks… or something like that.
Rayson clears 6-4 for high jump title in Bozeman
Olds, Orr add points for Troy. Zimmerman solo point scorer for Loggers
Troy senior Ryan Rayson was thinking about not even doing track this year. His schedule was too busy. His nagging injuries would have caused more harm than it was worth. It was his senior year, and he wanted to focus on other things. All these thoughts bounced around in Rayson’s head before the season.
Dad's Weekend Fishing draws droves
Roosevelt Park was ringed with kids and families the day before Father’s Day, as the Forest Service and Fish, Wildlife and Parks put on a special event at Roosevelt Park pond in Troy.
Police Blotter: June 8 - June 15
Inspect boats to stop invasive species
“Inspect. Clean. Dry.”
Bowhunters now must apply online for this year's license
Beginning this year, all hunters interested in obtaining a bowhunting license must apply for it online from the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks department.
Local roads now earmarked for personal-use firewood collection
In an ongoing effort to meet the firewood needs of the local community, Libby District is announcing its spring firewood cutting areas that will be open.
Mendive gets award for academics
Susan Mendive, a student at Oregon State University, is among those who is recognized during outstanding student awards for the 2011-12 academic year.
Libby Legacy Program receives $4,000 grant for its efforts
The Libby Legacy Project, an effort by Libby Public Schools, is among several throughout Montana to be granted funds.
Elaine Brunette, 89, formerly of Libby
Elaine Leora was born April 15, 1923, at Lockhart, Minn., to Leo and Emma Malakowski.
Montie E. Magera, 101, of Libby
Montie E. Magera, 101, longtime Libby resident passed away with her family at her side on June 17 at Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell.
Thomas A. Lester, 83, formerly of Libby
The funeral service for Thomas Lester, 83, of Fairview, Mont., is 10 a.m., Wednesday, June 20, 2012, at the Fairview Alliance in Fairview, Mont., with the Rev. Kelly Sloan officiating.
Chamber seeks 'cycle volunteers
The Libby Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking a volunteer motorcyclist patrol for Gran Fondo Kootenai Bike Ride on June 30 and July 1 from Libby to Eureka.
LHS class of '72 plans its reunion
The LHS Class of 1972 will be celebrating its 40th reunion the weekend of Aug. 3 to 5.
Tree planting kicks off new phase at Riverfront
Officials see event as a place in history
It was a tale of redemption for one of Libby’s most toxic sites, tainted by vermiculite for decades. Now, it is supporting life.
EPA Changing its approach
The EPA has put on hold remediation of trace amounts of vermiculite found on properties of newer homes, the agency officials told Lincoln County Commissioners last week.
Monday, June 18
Weight room ventilation
Tom Winebark, of Winebark Construction, and Mike Wallace, kneeling, were bracing the ceiling recently in the weight room at Troy High School as the pair prepared to knock out a portion of the front wall to install three windows. Three new windows will be installed in the front of the room to improve ventilation. The project, which will include three 4-foot-by-4-foot windows with vents, is being paid for with grant money. Winebark said the estimated cost of the project is $4,800. The men hoped to be done by the end of the week.
Zimmerman
Sawyer Zimmerman with a 43'1" toss in the shotput at the County Meet May 1.
Mountain Lion
A mountain lion is permitted by SuperTag.
Lofty heights
Ryan Rayson clearing 6' at the County Meet May 1. Rayson jumped 6-4 to win the state title.
Old Photo 6-20
Rabbits Galore Velvet, Crystal and Autumn Lyght enjoy the company of rabbits at the Kootenai River Rabbit Club show at Memorial Gym Saturday afternoon. Participants from all over the northwest were at the show which featured dozens of breeds of rabbits. Rabbits ranging from long-haired to short-haired and in all colors and sizes were at the gym. Accredited judges from the northwest were at the show to judge the rabbits and inspect them to see if they met the exacting standards to be registered. Greg Van Tighem photo from the June 19, 1992, files of The Western News.
Foxys Chamber
Foxys #2
Fisher River
Fisher River FSA officials presented the petition of expansion of services three weeks ago.
Heavy hitters
Becky and Kaitlyn Troyer snagged this .57 pound cutthroat.
Sittin' on the dock of the pond
Kids and their parents fish, relax and play around near the dock at Troy’s Roosevelt Park pond, stocked with fish.
Family
Becky and Kaitlyn Troyer pose for the camera after Kaitlyn had snagged a .57 pound cutthroat out of the heavily stocked Roosevelt Park pond. Fish and Wildlife had stocked the pond with 120 brood stock trout, 500 cutthroat and 1,200 rainbow trout. Kids and parents weren’t the only ones to hunt for fish, as an opportunistic osprey soared above, looking for the glint of a trout’s scales.
Catch of the day
Christian Huffman laughs as he holds up his recent spoils, a small trout dancing and shimmying by his feet. Huffman won second place for catching a more than two pound fish. Prizes consisted of fishing gear to let the hobby grow.
Father and daughter
D.J. Welch shows his 3-year-old daughter Allyson the finer parts of trout fishing in her first time out. D.J. and Allyson were just one of dozens of families at Roosevelt pond Saturday morning in Troy fishing for Father’s Day weekend.
Baseball Robertson
Libby Third baseman Nic Robertson forces out the Ranger's Kade Davis during Sunday's game vs. the Kootenai Valley Rangers.
Alumni Swartzendruber
Buddies from "back in the day" No. 34 Brandon Laffoon, left and No. 11 Jake Swartzendruber.
Coaching is a habit
Coach Kelly Morford connects in the bottom of the second for a 2 RBI single. It was the Alumni over the Loggers 16-3 Saturday in the 7 inning contest.
Alumni Laffoon
First baseman Brandon Laffoon with the third out top of 7 to end the game 16-3 Alumni.
Alumni Holzer
Future star of tomorrow Bransen "Hunk" Holzer gets some practice time during the Alumni game Saturday at Lee Gehring Field.
When worlds collide
Center fielder Andrew Haggerty and right fielder Cameron Burkes collided, allowing Head Coach Kelly Morford his two RBI single in the 16-3 alumni victory.
Alumni Herbig
"Old Timer" Nate Herbig pitching top of 7 vs. the Libby Loggers Saturday during the annual Alumni Game. Alumni over the Loggers 16-3.
$200 hole for a $100 tree.
Vicky Lawrence, City Councilwoman, right, and Dave Jones, a representative of the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation from Kalispell, tell the folks at Riverfront Park for the tree planting to fill the holes to the right levels.
Friday, June 15
Loggers drop pair to loaded Mariners
Sometimes, in baseball, you just run into a team that is so very hot.
Don't touch baby wildlife
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds Montanans to leave newborn fawns and other infant wildlife where they see them. This time of year fawns and other infant wildlife are plentiful.
Register for game-damage hunts
Hunters interested in participating in game-damage hunts on private land or possible management seasons this year may register online with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks beginning June 15.
Free fishing is set for Father's Day
Montana’s Father’s Day free fishing extravaganza is on again this year, the second since the Montana Legislature signed this unique tribute to fathers into law.
VBS: Christian lessons begin soon after 'regular' school lets out
Libby Christian Church was turned into a National Park for a week as more than 175 excited children and 50 volunteers showed up for Vacation Bible School, a fun exercise to learn and make friends even after school is out. Sharon Brossman ran the event, which had a coin contest to raise money for the East African Christian Mission. The Mission is in Kenya helping install and repair wells for those on the very dry Ugandan border caught in a nasty place.
Prevent program aids pre-diabetic patients
The Prevent program at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital in Libby has been extremely successful, already helping local residents lose more than 930 pounds.
Advanced transport training aids patients
Living in paradise comes with its challenges, one of them being the distances we sometimes must travel in emergency situations.
Employees continue to fund scholarship
District grant helps establish the Logger Leadership Club
Earlier this year, the Libby School District received a $12,000 Corporation for National and Community Service grant to implement a Youth Leaders in Service program.
UM Dean's List
At The University of Montana, 3,094 students made the spring semester 2012 Dean’s List.
FVCC Local Dean's List
Flathead Valley Community College officials have announced the names of students who made Dean’s List for the spring 2012 semester.
Reader asks County Commissioners save Cabinet View FSA
Reader says some responders are just well-meaning people
Weed Board chairman questions whether officials understand program benefits
Letter to the Editor,
Cabinet View FSA resident responds to Letter by LVA board member
Letter to the Editor,
Thirty attend CAG, EPA meeting
Birth: Rhet M. Donnelly
Rhet Michael Donnelly, son of Rob and Stacey (Bothman) Donnelyy of Sheridan, Wyo., was born on May 16, 2012.
Birth: Dillon Elliot Schruth
Dillon Elliot Schruth, son of Brian and Kelly (Bothman) Schruth of Great Falls, was born April 5, 2012.
Roland E. Wallace, 79, of Libby
Roland E. Wallace, 79, died Friday at his home in Libby. He had resided in southern Idaho before coming to Libby where he has resided for the past twelve years. He was born to Benjamin and Margaret (Pascal) Wallace on October 18, 1932 at Anderson, Indiana; he had been a veteran of the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict.
People Profile: Roxanne Escudero
GEAR UP concludes first year, looks to future
When Libby School District was awarded the Montana GEAR UP grant in September, there was much discussion about how to implement — how to best help students.
School board approves boilers; may pursue levy
Libby School Board members on Monday said it was difficult, but agreed they had no choice but to approve the $519,069 expense of replacing two boilers at Libby High School.
Thursday, June 14
Panel OKs dissolution of CVFSA
Commissioners unanimous in vote to close department
It was an action that surprised no one.
Winslow takes no-hit bid into sixth; Loggers earn shutout
Jared Winslow pitched no-hit baseball for 5-2/3 innings Thursday as the Loggers defeated the Class A Lakers 4-0 in the first game of a double-header at Lee Gehring Field.
Woman, 38, turns life around, now running to benefit others
Latham-Bennett completes trek from Libby to Kalispell in two days
Kelda Latham-Bennett is alive and well, thank you.
Local man is recognized for wine-making
Wins two awards; shocked at results, he says
When it comes to wine, the most common colors are red and white. For Russell Ohm of Libby, silver and gold are new colors he can add to his palette.
Brown is new mayor
Council OKs former leader to take the helm
Troy City Council voted 3-1 on Thursday to appoint Tony Brown as Troy’s new mayor to fill the rest of former mayor Don Banning’s term, which comes to an end November 2013.
Moose project
Volunteers help fourth grade girls cut out moose heads to glue on paper bags. The “moose-bags” were fitting with the week’s theme of National Parks at Vacation Bible School, held at Libby Christian Church.
Moose Juice
Fourth grade girls cut out their moose heads to paste on the paper bags. In the adjoining room, first grade boys watch an outdoor safety video.
Bible Ranger
Sharon Brossman and “Bible Ranger J” speak about the importance of clean water. Steve and Jason Schnackenberg are volunteering in Kenya and repairing wells for villages.
Philippians 4:19
A fill in the blank worksheet asks some of the older girls at VBS to remember Philippians 4:19.
Dancing fools
The children and volunteers at Vacation Bible School show off their dance moves before breaking into groups.
Cowboys and cowgirls
The youngest group gets to dance and put on cowboy hats while singing religious tunes on stage.
Pinecone project
After the paperwork, the girls get directions to find pinecones to make their craft project. Every group had a different project or activity to keep them busy and learning.
McGrade Center project
A project included an effort to restore the McGrade Center’s park and playground.
Wild Apple Flower
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Tender Meeting
Linda Bowe took this photo on Sunday, June 10, of Jillian Stewart, 4, who is her granddaughter when they encountered a fawn. Grandma Bowe said she enjoyed seeing the photo of Jee-Jee, as she calls her, in the close encounter.
Donna Shkursky
CVFSA resident Donna Shkursky stressed the importance of the department.
The Commissioners
Tony Berget, left, Marianne Roose and Ron Downey made the final decision to do away with CVFSA.
Miller pleads for compassion
Bull Lake Fire Chief Clyde Miller pleads for compassion for what he calls the brotherhood of firefighters.
Robert Mast
Robert Mast contemplates the loss of CVFSA
Clark speaks for CVFSA
Cabinet View Fire Service Area Board of Trustees Chairman Bill Clark, standing center, addresses the commissioners. Clark asked Commissioners whether they would forego the phone number requirement for petitioners, stating some of the people out there do not have phones.
Baseball Stylin'
Loggers coach Jack Helber and Loggers turned to their rally caps in the first game, a 9-3 loss.
Baseball Meeting
Logger coach Kelly Morford talked to pitcher Creede Garcia in the first game, as Micah Germany looked on.
The Meeting
Councilman Allen Olsen, right, makes a point as City Council President Bill Bischoff, left, listens.
Sewing Boot Camp is slated for August
Campers will make three projects
Kootenai Valley Quilt Guild is sponsoring the 3rd Annual Sewing Boot Camp.
Wednesday, June 13
Police Blotter: June 3 - June 8
Soggy weather doesn't keep crowds away from bull-riding
Cold, rainy weather couldn’t dampen the spirits of Levi Hendrickson, as he won the sixth-annual Incredi-Bull Blowout on Saturday evening with a 76-point ride on Gentle Ben, a bull he knows well.
Police make temporary hire to fill need during medical leave
Troy Police Department has hired a temporary replacement for one of its officers out on medical leave to relieve the pressure on the normally three-man department.
Edna Visger, 88, formerly of Libby
Edna Visger, 88, formerly of Libby, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at Pinewood Terrace Nursing Home, Colville, Wash., on June 8, 2012.
Gail G. Little, 93, formerly of Libby
Gail Garland Little, 93, of Newcastle, died May 22, 2012 at Weston County Manor.
Charlotte Renate Schauss, 75, Libby
Charlotte Renate Schauss, 75, died in her home in Libby, of natural causes on June 7, 2012.
Health Briefs: June 8
SJLH effort addresses 'aggressive behavior'
“Aggressive behavior is becoming more and more of a problem in small rural hospitals across the nation, and having adequate staff to handle these problems as they occur is a never ending issue,” said Tony Rebo, Plant Operations Manager and Safety Officer at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital. “That’s why I attended an instructor training sponsored by MOAB (Management on Aggressive Behavior).”
Annual golf tourney to benefit local health care
The 20th Annual St. John’s Lutheran Hospital Foundation’s Playing for Fundsies Golf Tournament is just around the corner.
Incredi-Bull event comes to town on Saturday
The first big event in Libby this summer plans to kick off Saturday as the Incredi-Bull Blowout event returns to J. Neils Park on Saturday, June 9, for a night of music, games and plenty of bull riders.
High school principal secures grant; gets new landscaping
It was only a few weeks ago that Jacob Francom, principal of Troy Junior and Senior High School, received a surprising letter in the mail.
Special meeting will discuss Olsen
Libby City Council President Bill Bischoff has scheduled a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to move the dilemma with Councilman Allen Olsen forward.
Romney, Cole score victories
Presumptive Republican Presidential nominee Mitt Romney and Lincoln County Commissioner candidate Mike Cole were the big winners in Lincoln County on Tuesday in the Montana Primary.
Logger Days Royalty Candidates 2012
Logger Days royalty candidates earn their place in history by selling Logger Days Buttons. The candidates selling the most buttons will be crowned during Logger Days weekend, June 21 to 24.
Health Department slates Pertussis clinic June 25
Because of the recent whooping cough (Pertussis) cases in Lincoln County, the Health Department will be offering an adult Tdap vaccine clinic on Monday, June 25.
Upper Yaak chief contends dissolution will cause more problems
Letter to the Editor,
Reader doubts purchase of new vehicles is saving anyone taxpayers' dollars
Letter to the Editor,
Bache letter was right on, only the roles reversed, LVA member says
Letter to the Editor,
Lemonade Stand to benefit cancer fight
A little girl passed away from cancer eight years ago. Her legacy remains and has moved from her hometown of Hartford, Conn., to the mountains of Lincoln County.
Patrick Surman, 55, of Butte
Patrick Henry Surman passed away on Thursday evening, May 24, 2012, at St. James Healthcare with his devoted wife at his side.
Georgia Rae Seybold, 74, of Libby
Georgia Rae Seybold, 74, died Friday June 1, 2012 at her home in Libby. She was born to Benjamin Lambert, Jr. and Georgia Ruth (Cones) Lambert at Centerton, Ark., on Sept. 13, 1937.
Vivian M. Robbins, 96, Yaak
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Birth: Jackson Harner
Jackson Lewis Harner, son of Maj. Archibald and Catherine Watjen Harner of Bolling Air Force Base, Washington, D.C, was born on May 2, 2012.
Birth: Aubrey R. Bonderer
Aubrey R. Bonderer, daughter of Wayne Bonderer and April Bonderer of Libby, was born on May 30, 2012.
Fred A. Brown, 82, of Libby
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Monday, June 11
Hydroplane 2
SHAWN GUST/Press file Sam Cole, chairman of the H1 Unlimited Racing Series, outlines plans and expectations for the hydroplane racing event that will return to Coeur d'Alene after more than four decades as organizer Doug Miller, far left, listens on.
Hydroplane 1
SHAWN GUST/Press Billy Schumacher, center mingles with Jim Hyatt, sales manager for S & J Engines, Inc., left, and Dale Baune Friday following an announcement of the return of hydroplane racing to Lake Coeur d'Alene. Schumacher is the last Diamond Cup Regatta driver to win on Lake Coeur d'Alene in 1968.
Old Photo 6-13
Period Attire John McBride, in Union Army garb, demonstrates loading an old revolver for Mark White, in a circa 1900 forest service uniform, and Amanda and Andy Olson, also in clothing which might have been worn in LibbyÕs earliest days. All were costumed to celebrate LibbyÕs Centennial at the opening of the Heritage Museum Saturday. June McMahon photo from the June 10, 1992, files of The Western News.
Foxys Chamber
Foxys #2
Brandon Wallentine
Brandon Wallentine of Paris, Idaho
Matt Triplett
Matt Triplett of Columbia Falls garners an 83.5 ride Saturday evening.
Bul Triplett Matt
Matt Triplett of Columbia Falls garners an 83.5 ride Saturday evening.
Jesse Kardos
Jesse Kardos with a 68-point ride aboard "Huckleberry." (Jesse had an option for a re-ride)
Levi Hendrickson
Levi Hendrickson of Arlee chalks up an 80 point ride aboard "Toby" Saturday evening during the Incredi-Bull Blowout at J. Neils Park.
Baseball Haggerty
Centerfielder Andrew Haggerty 3rd out top of 2 first game of a doubleheader vs Kalispell A
Derek Kolbaba
Seventy-nine points for 16-year-old Derek Kolbaba.
Libby Runner 1
Patrick Cote/Daily Inter Lake After finishing the final leg of her 91-mile fundraising run, Kelda Latham-Bennett, right, is greeted by Special Olympics athlete Chrissy Siefke in the Flathead Industries parking lot Monday afternoon. Latham-Bennett raised more than $4,000 for Special Olympics of Montana by running from Libby to Kalispell. The two-day run started Sunday at Achievements' Parkside Thrift Store in Libby and concluded Monday afternoon at Flathead Industries in Kalispell. Monday, June 4, 2012 in Kalispell, Montana.
Baseball Garcia
Creede Garcia steals 2nd base just ahead of the tag of Lakers shortstop Justin Wallace bottom of 5 with 1 out (first game of a doubleheader)
Brown Takes Mayor
New mayor Tony Brown presides over his first meeting as mayor since 1979.
People Profile: Lee Tonner
Recognition: Violinist; cellist
Brown takes Oath
Tony Brown takes his oath of office as City Council President Phil Fisher administers it.
LVA's Kyes is searching for end to long struggle
Penny Kyes, business office manager for Libby Volunteer Ambulance, is sick and tired of all the drama, literally.
CVFSA Reaction: Conciliatory Leavell, crew await agency's fate
After Wednesday morning’s meeting at Libby City Hall with the Lincoln County Commissioners to decide the fate of Cabinet View Fire Department, many were left angry and it was clear that almost all in attendance wanted some kind of quick resolution.
CVFSA fate lies in check
For two hours 154 persons listened intently as 42 speakers took their turn during the Lincoln County Commissioners hearing Wednesday on the dissolution of Cabinet View Fire Service Area.
Dooley-Johnston team wins CVGC tournament
The Memorial Tournament at Cabinet View Golf Club on Saturday proved a tight contest for the course’s annual fundraiser, featuring Director of Golf Jeff Dooley squeaking out a two-stroke victory with partner Ryggs Johnston over the hard-charging duo of Joe and Louis Cielak.
Loggers defeat Rangers; Germany boosts Reichel to first win
Libby wins two, falls to BC Bandits
Micah Germany swatted in four runs and helped right-hander Wil Reichel earn his first victory of the season last Wednesday as the Loggers picked up a 7-2 American Legion baseball divisional victory over the Kootenai Valley Rangers.
Shame has come to Lincoln County, reader says
Letter to the Editor,
According to NIMS, the nearest emergency agency is to respond, reader says
Letter to the Editor,
Fisher River petitions county commissioners
Fire board, while updating bylaws, notices lack of formal paperwork
Fisher River Fire Service Area officials, while updating the agency’s governing bylaws and noticing inconsistencies in its operations, petitioned Lincoln County Commissioners last week for expansion of services it is already performing.
EPA officials to answer question during CAG, TAG meeting Tuesday
Let's say the EPA has finished its work cleaning up the asbestos contamination from the vermiculite mine and has left town. You need to put a new building on your property, but you know that the basement will go below the level that was excavated and you may find more vermiculite down there. What do you do?
Thursday, June 7
Dam flow is increased for sturgeon
Water managers at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, along with federal and state fish biologists, determined forecasted inflows are sufficient to provide flow augmentation, including spill, at Libby Dam for endangered Kootenai River white sturgeon in the Kootenai River downstream in Idaho.
Robert Jensen, 93, of Libby
Robert A. Jensen, 93, died Sunday, May 3, 2012, at his home in Libby with his family near.
NSFWS to conduct meeting June 7 on McGregor wetlands
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will hold a meeting on June 7 to hear comments from the public on the draft McGregor Meadows Waterfowl Production Area Stream and Wetland Restoration Project Environment Assessment (EA).
School district to begin summer lunch program
Former board member says country watching
Letter to the Editor,
Marion chief supports the CVFSA
Letter to the Editor,
Police Blotter: May 29 - June 3
Character assassination sidesteps the real issue, reader says
Letter to the Editor,
Troy craftsman creates art in metal
Kootenai Valley Metal Works
Sometimes, a person doesn’t discover a work passion until later in life.
Scores honored during LHS' spring awards ceremony
Hundreds of students, teachers and parents gathered in Ralph Tate Gymnasium at Libby High on Friday afternoon for spring awards and acknowledgements, with seniors Sawyer Zimmerman, Dylan Berget and Alyssa Walker each claiming several apiece.
Dorthie J. Scott, 61, of Troy
Dorthie J. Scott, 61, passed away Sunday, May 27, 2012, at her home in Troy.
Aiden Hibbs
Aiden Hibbs, son of John Hibbs and Chelsea Baird of Libby, was born on May 18, 2012.
Robert Fleshman, 89, of Libby
Robert J. Fleshman Sr., 89, of Libby died Friday June 1, 2012, at St. Peter’s Hospital in Helena, Mont., from natural causes.
Ryan Murray joins TWN news staff
Ryan Murray, 21, joined The Western News reporting staff Friday after a long, drizzly drive from Portland, Ore.
LHS bestows diplomas on 118
Alum urges students to 'find new beginning'
In the words of Libby High’s senior class and commencement speaker Kirk Broden, Sunday’s graduation ceremony at Libby High School was not the end of the world … it was just the beginning.
News in Brief: June 6
Former mayor Fred Brown dies
Former Libby mayor and longtime educator Fred Austin Brown has died.
Flathead Electric Co-op receives efficiency award from BPA
Flathead Electric Co-op has received Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) top honors for Excellence in Energy Efficiency.
Sweedman is Male Athlete of the Year
Police Blotter: May 21-28
St. John Lutheran Church to host VBS
St. John Lutheran Church is hosting a party from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, June 11, during its Vacation Bible School registration day.
Local tae kwon do students fare well
Students of the Libby Dae Myung tae kwon do school recently attended a tournament in Philipsburg, and the local entrants fared quite well.
Nile Cunnington, 74, of Troy
Nile K. Cunnington, 74, of Troy, died on Sunday, May 27, 2012, at his home after a long illness.
Margaret Appley, 70, formerly of Libby
Margaret Elizabeth Faulhaber Appley, 92, passed away in Chandler, Ariz., on May 24, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Wednesday, June 6
Generia Stutsman, 89, of Libby
Generia Stutsman, 89, passed away May 24, 2012, at Libby Care Center.
Mayor's e-mail to Olsen reveals agenda, Orr says.
To the Editor,
Help us save our CVFSA
To the Editor,
CVFSA now must pay consequences, reader says
To the Editor,
Sophia Carbajal
Sophia Carbajal, daughter of Aristeo Carbajal and Arial Hubbard of Libby, was born on May 16, 2012.
Leonard Wetherelt, 70, formerly of Troy
Leonard Henry Wetherelt, 70, passed away, May 27, 2012, at his home in Columbia Falls, Mont., with his family by his side.
KVHS now signing 3-and 4-year-olds
Kootenai Valley Head Start is now enrolling children ages 3 and 4, whose birthday is on or before Sept.10.
Dan Leavell
Dan Leavell
Tom Wood
LVFD Chief Tom Wood
Tony Rebo
Tony Rebo
SJLH Golf Patrick Team
It was a festive event last year, as Andy Vivian, Callie Reichow, Karen Repine and Matt Forkle can attest. This year's theme is safari.
Jacob Francom
Troy High School principal Jacob Francom holds a certificate indicating his $5.000 grant.
Comish
Lincoln County Commissioners Marianne Roose, left, Ron Downey and Tony Berget
Mayoral search now under way
With City Council President Phil Fisher presiding, Troy officials on Tuesday began the task of finding a replacement for recently recalled mayor Don Banning.
Residents dedicate park monument
A monument “honoring all those who served” was dedicated at Troy’s Roosevelt Park on Memorial Day, culminating the efforts of hundreds who sought to see it to fruition.
Missing T-Falls student readies area search crews
A Thompson Falls elementary school student, on an outing with her classmates to Ross Creek Cedars, was found last Thursday afternoon on park grounds after straying away from her group.
Hometown Variety
Father's Day Sale- Sidewalk Sale going on NOW!
People Profile: Nancy Trotter Higgins
Lincoln County Treasurer
Annual derby attracts 434 anglers
Evan Woody
Evan Michael Woody, son of James and Brandi Woody of Libby, was born May 11, 2012.
Charlie Adamson
Charlie Jeffrey Adamson, son of Jeffrey and Amanda Adamson of Libby, was born May 10, 2012.
Trojan Track Team
Members of the Troy High School Track Team include Ezra Dolezal, Micheal Demmendaal, Sarah McCloud, Alysha Mack, Zack Dolezal and Richard Roach. In the second row are, from left, Mikeal Miller, Matt Sunberg, Allie Cooper, Kinya Morrison, Pate Scott , Michaela Curry, Richie Ormiston and Gabe Hickman. In the back row are, from left, Jess Teats, Nathan Olds, Blayne Metz, Cory Orr, Cody Orr and Ryan Rayson. Coaches are Jeff Hawk, Hannah Coy and Neil Newton.
Troy Tennis
Members of the Trojan tennis team include, from front left, Creede Garcia, Andrew Haggerty, Michael Goe and Casey Graff. In the second row are, from left, coach Nancy Prieve, Emily Anderson, Katie Lundin, Holly Higgins, Kellie Lundin, Callan Peel and Alyssa Pepiot. In the back row are, from left, Coach Steve Prieve, Austin Duve, Gunner Jordan, Dominic Chiaverini, Bruce Metz, Craig Helmrick, Jeremy Helmrick and C.J. Beard.
KNF: Burn permits necessary on private land
The official State of Montana Forest fire season has arrived, and as of now, burning permits are required for any type of debris burning on all private land.
Tuesday, June 5
Legion Baseball: Logger Pitching teams to defeat the Bandits
The visiting Libby Loggers American Legion baseball team pounded out 14 hits Sunday en route to an 11-8 victory over the Rocky Mountain (British Columbia) Bandits.
Margaret Angela Holiday, 96, of Libby
Margaret Angela Holiday, 96, longtime Lincoln County Public School nurse, died on Saturday, May 5, 2012, at the Libby Care Center.
LVA, LVFD officials state their case
Agencies issue press release to explain stance before June 6
32 THS students receive diplomas
Palmer urges grads to excel in their lives
It was a ceremony, the 2012 graduating class of Troy High School will remember for their lifetimes, keynote speaker and guidance counselor Kelly Palmer told the 32 who “passed on to their next life” on Sunday at the Troy Activity Center.
Starting next month, EEGs will be available here in Libby
St. John’s Lutheran Hospital will bring another service close to home for the people of South Lincoln County.
June Senior Menu
Dinners are served at 5 p.m. – Tuesdays and Fridays.
Libby resident takes exception to mayor's response to City Councilman
Letter to the Editor,
'Twelfth Night' is coming to Libby on Aug. 19
Montana Shakespeare in the Parks will perform “Hamlet” and “Twelfth Night” during its upcoming 2012 tour throughout Montana.
Improving tennis in Libby
Eagle Scout project to build storage area
Michael Curtiss is uniting construction workers, tennis enthusiasts for the common good, all the while working to accomplish a goal less than 3 percent achieve.
Freda Howard
Recognition: Homemaker, volunteer, retired teacher
Four-time Tour winner takes home top honor at tourney
88 participants may be most-ever
Lon Hinkle, who played professional golf during the 1970s, shot a 139 to outduel all contenders this last weekend to win top honors at the Ben Graham Golf Touranment at Cabinet View Golf Club.
Lady Loggers fall to Columbia Falls; Polson ends their season
Hard-fought losses bring season to end
The Libby Lady Loggers softball team had a chance to forge an indisputable path into the playoffs Thursday had they posted a conference victory over Columbia Falls. However, that was not the case as they dropped a 6-2 contest to the Wildkats at Remp Field.
Tdap inoculations offered May 24 at the Health Department
The Lincoln County Public Health Department will be offering adult Tdap shots from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 24, at the Public Health Department office in Libby.
Bargamento-Murer
Jack and Diane Murer wish to announce the engagement of their son, Tony Murer, to Maryann Bargamento, the daughter of Marcelino and Mauara Bargamento of the Philippines.
Bryce Burns, 28, formerly of Troy
On March 30, 2012, we lost our loving son and a friend to many people.
Wesley Croucher, 41, of Libby
Wesley Brian Croucher, 41, of Libby, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2012, while on vacation in Fairmont Hot Springs.
Underwood's presentation draws many during recent three-day stay
Speaker explains dangers of drugs
John Underwood, founder, researcher and trainer for the American Athletic Institute, kicked off his three-day stay in Lincoln County by presenting to a packed house of youth and community leaders Wednesday, May 9, at the Double J Bed and Breakfast in Troy.
Reader disappointed in Obama's stand on same-sex marriage
Troy Council members should 'grow up' or resign, reader says
We must question those with whom we have given power, reader contends
Letter to the Editor,
Three Rivers: District plans prescribed burn areas
Spring is here and the Three Rivers Ranger District is beginning to implement its prescribed burn programs.
Jacob Job, 91, of Libby
Jacob ‘Jake’ Job passed away the night of Wednesday, May 9, 2012, at his home in Libby.
Robert A. Jensen, 93, of Libby
Robert A. Jensen, 93, died at his home on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in Libby with his family near.
Jean E. Guffey, 78, of Libby
Jean Ellen Guffey, 78, of Libby died Friday May 11, 2012, at her home in Libby from natural causes.
Helen Gregory, 75, of Auburn, Wash.
Helen Mayrie (Bailey) Gregory, 75, passed away peaceful of natural causes at her home in Auburn, Washington on 26 April 2012.
Edward Atchley, 78, of Libby
Edward “Eddie” Leroy Atchley, 78, of Libby passed away April 30, 2012.
Near normal water supply is anticipated
Old Photo 6-6
State Class A-B Softball Champs Shown are the players and coaches of the 1992 state champion softball team. The Libby High School team defeated Cut Bank to take the state tournament in May. Front row: Madalena Moreau, left, Dani Fansler, Lynette Kelly, Michelle Barnett, Susie Cotter, Neili Bauer. Second row: Carrie Pumnea, Liz Harris, Beth Morrison, LaDessa Croucher, Wendy Pumnea, Robyn Edgar. Third row: Assistant Coach Cindy Ostrem, Lorrie Cotter, Cari Craver, Jennifer Brown, Robin Jones and head Coach Russ Thompson. Greg Van Tighem photo from the June 5, 1992, files of The Western News.
Bill Merritt KV Metalworks
Bill Merritt, owner of Kootenai Valley Metal Works, draws upon his years in the forest as a logger for inspiration for some of his metal creations.
Grad Smith
Patty Rambo adjusts Andrew Smith's mortar board.
Grad Walker
Salutatorian Alyssa Walker receives a congratulatory hug from Vice Principal Jim Germany.
Grad Rios
Libby High School 2012 graduate Lisa Rios, with the glasses to prove it.
Grad Reintsma
Graduating with honors, Kaitlyn Reintsma, left and Lisa Rios.
Grad Holder
Vice Principal Jim Germany and Jolee Holder
Grad Germany
A very happy soon-to-be graduate Micah Germany during the processional.
Grad Cielak
Louis Cielak, left, and Valedictorian Skyanne Cosgriff during processional.
Grad Berget
Senior Class President Dylan Berget receives a hearty handshake from Principal Rik Rewerts following graduation ceremonies Sunday.
Grad Broden
Class of 2012 commencement speaker Kirk Broden.
Grad Benefield
Byron Benefield
Baseball Willis
First baseman Matt Willis on the receiving end of a throw from shortstop Will Reichel for the first out top of the second vs the Bandits. First game of a doubleheader.
Baseball Haggerty
Andrew Haggerty steals third base just ahead of the tag of Bandits third baseman Ryan Phillips in the bottom of the sixth inning Saturday in the first of a doubleheader.
Baseball Grupenhoff
Two RBI base hit for Oliver Grupenhoff in the bottom of the 2nd vs. Kootenai Valley Rangers Wednesday evening.
Awards Tabis
Wayne Baker, left, Libby High’s assistant athletic director, congratulates longtime track coach Ed Tabis after dedicating Friday’s Award Assembly to Tabis, who is retiring from teaching.
Awards Berget
Logger coach Josh Bean presented Dylan Berget with a certificate recognizing him as the White Star winner for his participation in varsity sports during his four years at Libby High School. Berget won 14 varsity letters during his four years at the school, competing nearly every season and playing football in the fall while running cross-country, too.
Sunday, June 3
Recall vote ousts Banning
Sixty percent of returned mail-in ballots seek to remove mayor
Sixty percent of voters who returned ballots on the Troy Mayoral Recall Election of last Thursday have ousted Mayor Don Banning, 190 voting in favor of removal, 123 in retention.
