Ellington

Stinger problems continue, facing Port Authority suit

The Western News

Birth: Collin Amato

Collin Amato, son of Nichole Fairbrother and Joshua Amato of Libby, was born Sept. 19 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Birth: Hudsen Ryan Wood

Birth: Lillie Louise Stacy

Lillie Louise Stacy, daughter of Helen Midgley and Dennis Stacy of Libby, was born Oct. 11 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Birth: Woody Watts

Woody Watts, son of Joy and Kyle Watts of Libby, was born Oct. 10 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Birth: Alessandra Marie Lysiak

Alessandra Marie Lysiak, daughter of Alanna Cornell and Brandon Lysiak of Libby, was born Oct. 11 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Birth: Anderson E. Montgomery

Birth: Trevor Levi Mast

Trevor Levi Mast, son of Celesta and Steven Mast of Libby, was born Oct. 18 at the Mast’s Libby home.

Board is versed on mill levies

Attorney conducts session to aid board on procedures

As Libby School District 4 looks toward the possibility of a property-tax increase to address its anticipated deficit, board members on Monday effectively “went to school” to learn the do’s and don’ts of proceeding with a mill levy request.

Birth: Kylina Ray Spoonmore

Birth: Ryan Michael Wells

Ryan Michael Wells, son of Amie and Michael Wells of Libby, was born Oct. 3 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Postal rate increase is coming Jan. 27

As the U.S. Postal Service faces a debt of more than $9 billion, prices will be rising shortly to try to increase revenue.

School Board, attorney discuss Curtiss' return

The Libby School District is still looking for avenues to take regarding the Mort Curtiss case.

People Profile: Sarah Barrick

Recognition: Educator Libby Middle/High School.

PIP Winn

Patti Winn crosses the finish line Saturday during the Paint It Pink Run.

PIP White in Pink

Officer Nathan White in pink.

VBT Lundin

Kellie Lundin kill shot vs. Eureka 10-27-12 (District tourney in Bigfork)

VBL Wepprecht

Lauren Wepprecht, left, and Dalyn Germany react as the Lady Loggers defeat the Lady Pirates in the last conference game Friday at Ralph Tate Gymnasium. 22-25, 25-16, 17-25, 25-18, 15-6

VBL Quinn

Taylor Quinn reacts at 14-6, a time out and one minute later Libby defeats Polson 15-6 in fifth game.

VBL Craig

Sophomore Hailey Craig kill and point makes it 13-8 Loggers second game vs. Whitefish 10-25-12. In first game, first serve of the evening, Hailey had an ace.

VBL Johnston

Coach Cindy Ostrem-Johnston reacts to the 15-6 fifth game win over Polson Friday night.

TOPS

Donna Shriner

Sprinkle

Gloria Sprinkle confers with her attorney Monday in District Court.

Old Photo 10-31

Heading for the Barn Bill Dorrington, right, retiring chief of the Libby Volunteer Fire Department, tugs on the lanyard to toll the highly polished bell symbolic of completion of a fire run. The bell, an anachronism in this age of wailing sirens and flashing colored lights, was removed by the firemen from the 1954 Mack fire truck, which they hope to replace soon, and mounted for permanent display in the fire hall. In bygone days, it was traditional to sound a siren as a warning signal en route to a fire. After the blaze was controlled, clanging of the bell announced that the fire apparatus was returning to the station. Photo from the Oct. 12, 1972, files of The Western News.

Dan Wendt

Troy Superintendent Dan Wendt addresses persons during the informational meeting last week. Persons gathered at Troy High School to hear the pros and cons about going to a four-day work week.

X Cntry Topaz

Cody Barrick, left, Billy Topaz and Eli Miller compete at state 10-20-12

X Cntry Mossburg

Krysten Mossburg competes at state 10-20-12

VBL Team

Time out vs Glacier Sept. 11

VBT Curry

Senior Michaela Curry passing first game vs. Bigfork 9-22-12

VBL England

Hannah England passing vs Troy 9-18-12

RP Pennock Bull Lake

Bull Lake from rod and gun club near mine.

Recycle Two

Ron Ahlgren, Pesticide Container Recycling Technician for the Montana Department of Agriculture, displays the result of his work Thursday.

Recycle One

Ron Ahlgren, Pesticide Container Recycling Technician for the Montana Department of Agriculture, displays the result of his shredding work Thursday.

Post Office

Theresa Muniz helps a customer at Libby’s post office. Cutbacks aren’t expected to affect Muniz’s job.

CARD Roberts

Board Member Gary Roberts, left, and Senator Max Baucus discuss the future of the CARD Clinic Wednesday afternoon.

CARD Baucus

Senator Max Baucs meets CARD Board Member Leota Brooks Wednesday afternoon.

Troy loses to talented conference rival

Senior night was spoiled by an excellent Thompson Falls volleyball team, which swept Troy 3-0; 26-24, 25-20, 25-23.

Harlem Ambassadors defeat Hometown Stars

Hickman geared up for next season

Gabe Hickman can hardly wait til next year.

Buck Tindall

Giana Tindall downed this 5x5 whitetail using a 25-06 on Oct. 20 while out hunting with her boyfriend Cody Benefield and friends Auston and Justin Stoller.

Estimated 100,000 sportsmen took to the forests for opening weekend

Caravans of more than 100,000 hunters departed for secret spots and the hallowed promise of a fulfilling elk and deer season opener Saturday, and many since have returned home. 

A tale of two centers: Anderson 'wows' crowds at both venues

Heritage Museum's Holiday Bazaar scheduled for Nov. 2, 3

Event is annual fundraiser that pays for winter heating and more

The Heritage Museum’s Holiday Bazaar traditionally kicks off the holiday season, so mark your calendar for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 2 and 3.

Auxiliary purchases vein illuminator

The St. John’s Lutheran Hospital Auxiliary is at it again, having recently provided money to the hospital to aid in the purchase of a vein illuminator.  

Broderick receives bachelor's degree

David Broderick, Registered Technologist and the Imaging Department Manager at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital, recently graduated with his bachelor of science in Advanced Radiologic Sciences from the Apollo College of Phoenix.  

Police Blotter: Sept. 28 - Oct. 8

4-H project draws praise for STEM

A filmmaking and robotics project of the Montana 4-H Youth Development program was selected as one of eight “promising science programs” from among 70 in a national report on best practices in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) initiatives for youth.

Haunting 'Karacters'

Shanda Jennings and Cindy Curtiss are scared by members of the Kootenai Karacters. The group will host a haunted house in DeShazer Realty’s basement this weekend.

Former Libby Scout leader among those named in 'files'

The Western News

Legacy Project to address toxicology

Next session set for this Thursday

The Western News

Edith Sausedo, 85, of Libby

Edith Alta Sausedo, 85, of Libby passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct.16, 2012, at her home.  

Donna Cosgriff, 66, of Libby

Donna J. Cosgriff, 66, died on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, at St. John Lutheran Hospital in Libby. 

Faith Bache, 98, formerly of Libby

On Oct. 7, 2012, Faith Bache passed peacefully from this earth into eternity. 

'Whisperin' Bill' thrills residents with visit to Libby Care Center

Anderson’s appearance grants ‘last wish’ for terminally ill man, 70

“Whisperin’ Bill” Anderson performed for and delighted hundreds Saturday evening at the Memorial Center, but it was the showing he made hours before at the Libby Care Center that both he and the seniors he thrilled will remember most of Libby.

Wyoming native fills game warden position

Will work area during hunting season before attending academy in January

For the first time in more than a year, Libby is the home of a game warden.

Jobless number declines

At 10.7 percent, county still tops list

Do or die games for Loggers, Trojans

Important weeks are in place for the local high school football teams.

Nash nets conference nod after playoff season

The Lady Logger soccer team turned around last year’s winless campaign and made the play-in round of playoffs.

County election officials explain the absentee ballot process

As Election Day approaches and the recent mailing of absentee ballots, Lincoln County officials have been deluged with questions.

VBT Silva

Alanah True-Silva serves up an ace in second game vs Thompson Falls 10-18-12

VBT Higgins

The Lady Trojans may have fallen to Thompson Falls Thursday but there was a happy moment or two. This one came in the first game when Troy went up 24-23. Holli Higgins hugging Kellie Lundin...Alanah True-Silva left, and Jordan Williams right.

Old Photo 10-24

LHS Twirlers First row: Tina Moe, left, Kelly Moe, Brenda Mellem, Donna Sichting. Second row: Sandy Walton, Kathy Erlandson, Debbi Bledsoe, Sue Cook, Linda Swanson, Lynn Auger, Cindy Lee. Third row: Patty Sauber, Kelley Brewster, Ranna Widdicombe, Jody Brewster, Traci Brewster, Khristi Wilson, Mary Jo Sauber. Photo from the Oct. 5, 1972, files of The Western News.

Harlem Winslow

Rotary Roundballer Wally Winslow passes to Creede Garcia in third quarter action.

Harlem Kehn

Ken Kehn winner of the Harlem Ambassadors signed basketball.

Harlem Jenkins

Zahne Jenkins gets his shirt signed by Harlem Ambassador Cherie Hughes Sunday at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.

Harlem Jake

Second quarter action finds Rotary Roundballer Jake Swartzendruber down for the count in the wrestling match with Harlem Ambassador Cherie Hughes Sunday at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.

Harlem Garrison

First Montana Bank President Jackson Garrison presents a $2,500 check to Rotary President Darren Coldwell.

Harlem Coldwell

Cherie Hughes presents a certificate of appreciation to Rotary President Darren Coldwell as First Montana Bank President Jackson Garrison looks on.

Harlem Bean

Rotary Roundballer Josh Bean tackles Derick Echols in a game of football basketball.

FBT Roach

Ricky Roach, left, and Luke Haggerty post game celebratory mud slide vs. Thompson Falls 10-19-12

FBT Opland

Sean Opland drives for a first down third quarter 10-19-12

FBT Carr

Assistant Coach Dallas Carr gets a dousing post game Friday.

FBT Hickman

Junior quarterback Gabe Hickman post game vs. Thompson Falls 10-19-12

FBL Nelson

Senior Kraig Nelson vs. Columbia Falls 10-19-12

Explain health care

Letter to the Editor,

Family is grateful to agencies responsible for the cleanup of their property

Letter to the Editor,

In tough economic times, writer questions expense of moving the shuttles

Letter to the Editor,

Now is time to contribute to Libby Food Pantry, its secretary requests

Letter to the Editor,

Trade agreement could hurt U.S. companies, reader contends

Letter to the Editor:

With increasing demand, Food Pantry needs our help

Rita M. Orr, 57, formerly of Libby

Rita Marlene Orr, 57, of Belgrade, Mont., went to be with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 16, 2012, in Phoenix Ariz., with her family at her side. 

Calvin R. Smith, 84, of Libby

Calvin R. (Kayo) Smith, 84, passed away Oct. 12, 2012, at his daughter’s home in Libby. 

Veterans unveil memorial plans

Hope to finish project by Vets Day 2013

City Council members on Monday heard proposals for two monuments, the first that would honor veterans and the second that commemorates Libby as the City of Eagles.

People Profile: Darren Coldwell

Recognition: Troy civic leader, business owner.

Board hears about levy; staff expresses concern

Libby School District 4 members on Monday received an explanation about mills, how they are calculated and then had an exchange about district finances.

Anderson performs 8 p.m. Saturday

Libby’s Memorial Center will welcome “Whisperin’ Bill” Anderson to its stage 8 p.m. Saturday to entertain Lincoln County residents before the snows come.

FBT Scott

Pate Scott on the carry vs. Florence 9-15-12

Leak Masters is hired to study city's water leaks

Undefeated Polson rolls over Libby during final home game

Libby is weary, let them rest.

Runners head to state

It becomes obvious in talking with Rod Tempel, head coach of the Libby cross-country team, that he loves his job.

Libby plays hard in Missoula

Libby didn’t look pretty this weekend at the Missoula Invitational volleyball tournament, but it showed grit in playing tough schools while ultimately going 6-14.

Troy takes tough conference loss; faces Thompson Falls

The athletic Eureka Lady Lions volleyball team took Troy all the way to the fifth set before pulling away.

Trojans beat Plains 50-0 for first win

The Trojans earned their first win this season, and boy what a way to do it.

Dr. Heppe retires from hospital staff

After 14 years of dedicated service to St. John’s Lutheran Hospital and the people of Lincoln County, Dr. Mark Heppe is retiring.  

SJLH Jeans Day gives to Troy VFD

On the last Thursday in September, the employees of St. John’s Lutheran Hospital once again supported a local non-profit agency with their monthly Jeans Day.  

Imaging Department recognized

For 10 years, St. John’s Lutheran Hospital has conducted its recognition program for outstanding quality improvement team projects.  

Minimum wage will increase on Jan. 1

Montana workers earning minimum wage will see an increase from $7.65 per hour to $7.80 per hour on Jan. 1.  

W.R. Grace clouding issue, senators contend

Western News

Ground broken for new hospital

Ceremony begins new SJLH phase

In front of a backdrop of earth-moving excavators that have been bustling for nearly two weeks, St. John’s Lutheran Hospital officials broke ground Friday, formally kicking off the much-anticipated new phase in the medical facility’s 60-year history.

Curtiss wins arbitration; may soon return

With a final and legally binding arbitration, it appears as if Mort Curtiss, the 55-year old Libby High School teacher terminated for allegedly distributing drugs, will report to the high school for work, but when that happens remains to be seen.

Libby falls to T-Falls; hopes to fix hitting at Missoula

A tough Thompson Falls team handed Libby’s volleyball team another loss Tuesday, sending the Lady Loggers to the Missoula Tournament a frustrating 2-8.

Logger teams experience brief playoff runs

Both Libby soccer teams overachieved this year, making playoffs. Unfortunately, that first round was where both seasons ended.

Luke Haggerty shines for Trojans

Luke Haggerty, the football Trojans’ junior standout wide receiver and defensive back, has had a familiar teammate all his life in older brother Andrew. 

Police Blotter: Sept. 21 - Sept. 27

Extension decision not discussed, Roose says

Letter to the Editor,

Work along Highway 2 is a waste of tax funds, reader says

Letter to the Editor,

Reader urges sportsmen to look beyond the banter in election

Letter to the Editor,

Obama well on the way of turning country into welfare state, Payne says

Letter to the Editor,

Wife of injured city worker tells story of the last day he was on the job jured

Letter to the Editor,

Study stresses the importance of getting the sheepskin

Birth: Wesley John Hale

Wesley John Hale, son of John and Regina Hale of Kalispell, was born Sept. 8.

Triplets celebrate their first

Nathan Allen Noble, Matthew Ray Noble and Adam James Noble turned 1-year-old on Sept. 11, 2012. 

Vera Johnson, 83, of Libby

Vera Maxine Johnson, 83, of Libby, passed away on Sept. 25, 2012, at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital after a brief illness.

Catherine Parsons, 91, formerly of Libby

Catherine June Parsons, 91, of Hamilton passed away Monday, Oct. 1, 2012, at Meadowlark Haven Assisted Living Home in Corvallis.  

District sets special meeting to hear, discuss mill levy

Libby District 4 School Board members will gather for a special meeting Monday for the purpose of researching the possibility of taking a mill-levy request to voters this spring.

District ponders 4-day school week

Citing declining enrollment, the Troy School District is looking into the possible benefits and disadvantages of going to a four-day school week.

People Profile: Christi Ellwood

Recognition: Business owner, community servant.

VBT Williams

Senior Jordan Williams passing fourth game vs. Eureka 10-11-12

VBT Higgins

Senior Holli Higgins setting second game vs. Eureka 10-11-12

Troy at Plains One

Garrett Chapel blocking and QB Gabe Hickman vs Plains 10-12-12

Old Photo 10-17

Clubhouse Bee Volunteers last weekend completed most of the work of closing in the clubhouse building at Cabinet View Country Club. Here a crew prepares to hoist into place the last strip of steel roofing. Papering the exterior of the 44x18-ft. building was completed so sheeting may be applied next. Subflooring was also completed. Building committee chairman Don Roberts said that from 15 to 20 volunteers were on the job most of the weekend. Workers shown here are Jack Puckett, Jack Brown, Ted Rollins, Lee Gehring, Ove Larson and Al Morin. Photo from the Sept. 28, 1972, files of The Western News.

Jeans Day

Kate Stephens, Tanya Goyen, Barb Dumont, Abbe Heemeier, Dennis Langton, of the Troy Volunteer Fire Department, Anne Nicks, Susan Horelick, Gayl Smith, Mellissa Lott, KC Hoyer, Cathy Wolfe, Erin Leighty, Cindy Peek, Sue Graham, Amy Reynolds and Janeen Lewis.

Ground Break Too

St. John’s Lutheran Hospital Board of Trustees on Friday participated in the ground breaking. Board members include, from left, Kerry Beasley, Board Vice President John Konzen, Board President Steve Sorensen, Chari Lucas, CEO Bruce Whitfield, Secretary/Treasurer Sara Dinning, Medical Chief of Staff Dr. Jay Maloney. Board members Russ Barnes, Bob Castaneda and Past President Kathy Nelson were not present. 

Ground Break Cake

Julie MacDonald cuts the groundbreaking cake.

Football Seniors

The Libby seniors, from left, Danny Leggins, Lane Luscher, Will Reichel, Barak Lapka, Kraig Nelson, Marcel Getz, Bryce Gustin, Tyler Aycox and Patrick Valentine take their senior walk in Logger Stadium, an emotional, slow walk remembering the times they’ve suited up for Libby.

FBL Valentine

The Loggers Patrick Valentine returns a kickoff Friday to the Libby 20-yard line in the first quarter.

FBL Bowers

Touchdown saving tackle by Josh Bowers in second quarter vs Polson 10-12-12 (Colton Lenz 22)

Crews detonate dynamite

EPA cleanup crew discovers cache of volatile explosives

A lot of luck and a lot of cool heads were able to keep a dangerous situation safe for safety workers this week.

Lady Trojans win again, face Eureka

Troy volleyball continued its winning ways with a sweep of the Ronan Maidens to end Troy’s homecoming week. The Lady Trojans won 25-18, 25-12, 25-17.

Friends of Scotchman Peaks repeats as finalist for zoo grant

Each fall, Zoo Boise Conservation Fund narrows a big field of animal research grant applicants down to nine, and then lets the public vote on which of them to fund. 

CARD Rally slated Thursday at Center

The Center for Asbestos-Related Diseases invites the public to join it for the Third Annual Research Rally on Thursday, Oct.  11, at the Memorial Center in Libby from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.  

Homecoming game ends in tough loss for winless Trojans

Troy loses sixth in a row; looks to Plains

Mission established a potent ground game to beat the Trojans on Homecoming night, 24-14.

Runners get PRs before Divisionals

The cross country team has improved from a scrappy bunch of kids having a good time to a young group with the potential for some fast years to come.

Both soccer teams earn playoff berths

Volleyball gets crucial league win

Libby volleyball won its second match of the season, and its second against Frenchtown.

County joblessness drops to 11.9 percent; state at 6.3 percent

Montana’s unemployment rate decreased slightly to 6.3 percent in August while the jobless rate in Lincoln County dropped to 11.9 percent.

Annual 'Bow Wow Bash' is Saturday

Event at VFW aids KPFL, pets it serves

Kootenai Pets for Life volunteers are busy getting ready for the the group’s 11th annual Bow Wow Bash, which is this Saturday.

U Serve Libby, groups improve tennis facility

It’s been a long time, 11½ years to be exact, since the first mention of the need for new tennis courts in Libby. Since April 2001, U Serve Libby, Inc. has been on a mission to provide community tennis courts in a convenient, safe location.

Senior Menu - October

Luke J. Dial, 18, formerly of Libby

Luke James Dial, 18, from Clackamas, Ore., passed away in a car accident, Sept. 29, 2012, in Oregon. 

Michael T. Marozzo, 27, formerly of Libby

Michael Thomas Marozzo, 27, died in a single-vehicle motorcycle accident in Hill City, S.D., on Sept. 29, 2012.  

Huntsberger, Libby and Grizzly standout, inducted into Hall

Vince Huntsberger still leads the Montana Grizzly record books with the most all-time tackles, at 393.

Timber harvest totals about 39 mmbf

Rangers offer Commissioners forest assessment during meeting

In the absence of Kootenai National Forest Supervisor Paul Bradford, rangers from area districts stepped up and apprised Lincoln County Commissioners last Wednesday, assigning a number to this year’s timber harvest of more than 39 million board feet. 

Bunk is named as publisher

Returns to TWN to take the reins

The Western News

White House

The white house at 603 California Ave. came down Tuesday to make room for the new Glacier Bank building. Once known as the "Mitchell" house it was built in 1915.

White House Too

The white house at 603 California Ave. came down Tuesday to make room for the new Glacier Bank building. Built in 1915 and known as the "Mitchell" house, it was once occupied by Fred and Marvel Thompson.

Soccer Kyle

Senior defensive back Ceara Kyle vs Whitefish 10-6-12

VBT Curry

Senior Michaela Curry blocking first game vs. Ronan 10-6-12

VBT Higgins

Senior Holli Higgins passing second game vs. Ronan 10-6-12

VBT Spirit Stick

Troy High School seniors prevail in the quest for the much-coveted Spirit Stick. Michaela Curry, left, Alanah True-Silva and Holli Higgins. It was the freshmen with 68 points, sophomores, 73; juniors, 58 and seniors 80.

Cross Country Barrick

Cross country Cody Barrick competing at Whitefish 10-6-12

Old Photo Too 10-10-12

Mrs. Karen Johnson, Troy school secretary, examines damage done during a burglary Friday night or early Saturday morning. The school safe was pried open, and the door split in the process. Photo from the Nov. 1, 1962, files of The Western News.

Old Photo 10-10-12

THS Royalty Homecoming King Scott Johnson and Queen Jessica Hedge ride in a convertible driven by principal John Konzen after being crowned during the half-time ceremony. King Scott and Queen Jessica were attended by king and queen candidates Jason Walker and Anna Drury, Jeff Matsushita and Shana Lippert, and Tom Chapel and Angela Harris. Greg Van Tighem photo from the Sept. 30, 1992, files of The Western News.

Ricky Roach

Senior running back Ricky Roach carries the ball in the first quarter of Troy’s Homecoming loss to Mission, 24-14. Roach was just a yard short of the first down after this run.

Breezy the Trojan

Troy senior Breanna Opland in Trojan garb watches her Trojan football team in Friday’s Homecoming game.

Chili Zimmerman

Chili judge Linn Zimmerman cleanses her palate Saturday between taste tests.

Chili Thompson

Steam rises Saturday morning as Bill Thompson stirs a pot of Chili to Go. (No. 9)

Chili Spice

One of the many secret ingredients of Holly McKenzie's American A-Bomb Chili.

Chili McKenzie

A No. 10 Wagner skillet holds the sauce of Holly McKenzie's Chili No. 5, American A-Bomb chili to be added to the rest of her secret ingredients.

Chili Race

Jayce Irwin, left and Jairdan Chandler race their cucumbers Saturday at the Heritage Museum's 7th Annual Chili Cook-off.

Movie theaters face closure

Costly conversion to digital format may doom local businesses

It’s the death of the small-town movie theater, and even remote northwest Montana isn’t immune from the plague.

Chili Desch

Heidi Desch with Chili No. 6: Campfire Chili

Chili Band

Beyond Help members Tim Harcourt, left, Mike Powell and Lee Tonner.

Police Blotter: Sept. 17 - 21

Reader believes article questioned a former forest supervisor's allegiance

Commissioners neither listening nor voting per their constituents, a reader suggests

Letter to the Editor,

Chili Cook-off at Heritage Museum offers right 'mix'

Come and get it!

EPA pushes tough asbestos standard for Libby

The Daily Inter Lake

David Curtiss, 62, of Fortine

David “Marc” Curtiss, 62, died Friday, Sept. 28, 2012, at his home in Fortine.  

CARD sets rally and two-day symposium

The Center for Asbestos Related Diseases invites the public to join it for the Third Annual Research Rally on Thursday, Oct.  11, at the Memorial Center in Libby.

St. John's ground-breaking Oct. 12

With a government-supported HUD loan in hand, things are beginning to fall into place as the St. John’s Lutheran Hospital Board of Trustees now has scheduled a ground-breaking for Oct. 12.

Herrig, former librarian, honored Saturday

An influential member of Libby’s history is going to be honored for her work posthumously Saturday in Missoula.

Extension Office post is halved

Commissioners split vote; tightening budget is cited

Two Lincoln County Commissioners on Wednesday, citing the need for tighter fiscal responsibility, voted to cut the Extension Service position from full-time to half-time despite the wishes of about 30 people who crowded the meeting room in opposition.

People Profile: Craig Schultz

Recognition: Libby Volunteer Ambulance President for six years, served LVA for 29 years

Soccer Rios

Midfielder Juan Rios, right, gets congrats from Johnny Davidson for scoring in the first half vs. Polson 10-4-12.

Soccer Nash

Senior striker Sarah Nash controls an inbound pass in first half action vs. Polson

Soccer Miller

Junior midfielder Jonathan Miller soccer header first half vs. Polson 10-4-12

Inez Retires Too

Library Open House The doors kept swinging ope Friday afternoon at the Lincoln County Library where dozens of area residents came to honor Inez Herrig who is retiring after serving as county librarian for 60 years and, at the same time, welcome new county librarian Greta Chapman. Staff photo from the Aug. 9, 1989, files of The Western News

Inez Retires

Inez Herrig retires. From the June 21, 1989, files of The Western News

Inez Graduates

Inez Herrig as a graduating member of the Libby High School Class of 1926. (yearbook photo) From the June 21, 1989 files of The Western News.

Ground-breaking site

A Noble Excavating employee walks the site where the new St. John’s Hospital will be built. A ground-breaking is scheduled for noon Oct. 12.

Boys secure playoff spot; girl soccer team waits for the nod

   The playoff picture became very clear for the boys soccer team as the Loggers notched a 3-0 win over the Polson Pirates. Libby is third in conference and will play second place Bigfork 4:30 p.m. Tuesday on the road for a play-in game.

Sports in Brief: Volleyball 1-7; XC runs in Missoula

Chili Cook-off scheduled Saturday

OK, chili-lovers, your taste buds are beckoning.

Paint It Pink begins

Campaign focuses on breast cancer tests

The Western News

Golfers return from state

Libby’s three state golfers had a mixed bag of results this weekend at the state golf tournament at Old Works in Anaconda.

Becca brings team a punch of attitude

How do you turn around a winless team?

Troy Homecoming

Troy High School’s annual Fall Homecoming occurs next week. Major public events taking place Wednesday, Oct. 3, include the senior parent tailgate party at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per plate. 

Elks Hoop Shoot scheduled for Oct. 12

The Elks Hoop Shoot will be Oct. 12 in the Libby Elementary Gym. 

Spoilers: Frenchtown snubs Homecoming

Loggers, now 3-3, hope to get back on winning track this weekend against Havre

Here’s some numbers. 568. 59. 5. Those, respectively, are the rushing yards gained by Frenchtown, how many points the Broncs rang up in a 59-37 win over the Loggers on Homecoming, and how many passes were attempted by the winners.

Computers spook you? Come to session to chase the demons

In October, the Troy Branch of Lincoln County Public Libraries will be giving readers the treat of a full calendar of fun, informative, and exciting programs.  

Friends of Libby Library hosts a book sale this Friday, Oct. 5 xx

Events at the Libby Library of the Lincoln County Library System kick off the month with the Friends of the Library’s  monthly book sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5.

Peter A. Bond, 77, of Libby

Peter Arnold Bond, 77, passed away suddenly on Sept. 22, 2012. 

Floyd W. Johnson, 82, of Libby

Floyd W. (Bill) Johnson passed away Sept. 28, 2012. He was 82. 

Bonnie E. Rebo, 75, of Libby

Bonnie E. Rebo, 75, died on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012, at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital in Libby.  

David Curtiss, 62, of Fortine

David “Marc” Curtiss, 62, died Friday, Sept. 28, 2012, at his home in Fortine.  

George W. Beeks, 64, formerly of Libby

George W. Beeks, 64, former resident of Libby, passed away at his home in Penn Valley, Calif., on Sept. 23, 2012, with his family by his side.

Jack L. Short, 74, formerly of Libby

Jack L. Short, a Navy veteran and retired barber, passed away Sept. 24, 2012, at the Hi Line Retirement Center from cancer.

Thomas Huchala, 87, formerly of Libby

Dr. Thomas James Huchala passed away peacefully Sept. 23, 2012. 

Logger royalty stresses importance of reading

Graduation matters. It may seem obvious to many of us reading this, but to kids in elementary, middle and even high school, it may seem to be a stretch.

Agency to book Center attractions

The Western News

Council OKs sewer rate hike

Facing budget deficit, city negotiates a fee swap to lessen effect

To combat the $34,000-plus debt that Troy has accrued in its Sewer Department, City Council agreed to move forward on rate changes.

Bravettes earn scrappy win over Libby volleyball

Libby volleyball had a shot at stealing away a non-conference win over class-AA Flathead’s junior varsity, but things didn’t pan out as serving took a hit.

Sports In Brief

Police Blotter: Sept. 7 - Sept. 17

Law school ranked No. 7 in nation

The University of Montana School of Law has been ranked the seventh “Best Value Law School” in the nation by National Jurist magazine. 

Grant solicitation would improve heating in schools

Troy Schools has been looking for ways to improve its facilities, and a grant opportunity now appears to be a terrific way to achieve this.

UM rated among top four-year colleges

The University of Montana once again was named one the top four-year colleges and universities in North America by the Princeton Review.

Reader is critical of the EPA dirt milestone

Letter to the Editor,

Reader supports Extension Service office and its programs

Congress has done nothing; oust the incumbents of both parties, reader says

Letter to the Editor,

Reader believes presidential debates will reveal much about candidates

Letter to the Editor,

Visitors discover/rediscover state parks in record numbers

Often, some interesting mail comes across my desk, and this week, moved a piece from the state about the number of folks who have visited Montana state parks in 2012.

Dan Story, 63, of Kalispell

Dan Story, 63, died suddenly at his home in Kalispell on Monday morning, Sept. 24, 2012.  

Mee quickly finds success as a pro

It’s been a long time coming, but Jim Mee, local golf whiz, is going to try his luck on the professional golf circuit after showing he has the chops to play with the pros. 

Western wildfires cause air-quality level concern

Are you finding your eyes are just a bit drier, more irritated?

Evans resigns his position as city attorney for Troy

Just when you thought the furor over Troy’s City Attorney was settled, another wrench in the works comes along. 

Accused arsonist alters plea

Deal allows for restitution; gets ‘Boot Camp’ not prison

The 23-year-old man who is charged with arson in the fire that burned the McGrade Center has had both a change of heart and a change of plea.

People Profile: Viola Rambo

Recognition: Gold Star Mother; loss of child serving in military. National Gold Star Mother’s Day is Sunday, Sept. 30.

Soccer Kyriss

Great effort by Logger keeper Rebecca Kyriss nearly stopping a C-Falls goal on a penalty kick first half 10-5-11

Old Photo 10-3-12

Yaak Post Office Icie Betzer and one of her patrons stand in front of the old Yaak Post Office. Mrs. Betzer opened the post office in 1920 and was postmistress for 33 years until all fourth-class post offices were closed in 1953. Photo from the Oct. 25, 1962 files of The Western News.

Homecoming KQ

Danny Leggins and Danielle Faris

Homecoming Gallery

Wayne Baker leads the volleyball gallery in a round of "Give me an L."

FBT Troy Coaches

Dallas Carr, left, Jim Dasios and Jeff Hawk

FBL Jenkins

Kathy Jenkins jumps for joy as Danny Leggins finds the end zone in second quarter vs. Frenchtown 10-3-12

FBL Leggins

Long bomb to Danny Leggins in first quarter vs. Frenchtown 9-28-12

FBL Higareda

Skylar Higareda on the carry fourth quarter vs. Frenchtown 9-28-12

Chili Tarbert

Helen Tarbert and her secret chili recipe.

Chili Hutton

Libby's Montana Hutton patiently stirs his Texas style "Montana Chili" during Saturday's sixth annual chili cook-off at the Heritage Museum.

Leggins Reading

Libby High School Homecoming King Danny Leggins read to kindergarteners during homecoming week. 

Charlene Merz, 77, of Libby

Charlene Merz, of Libby, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012, at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital of natural causes.