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Softball Opland

Breanna Opland connects on a 2-2 pitch with the bases loaded and scores two to tie the game at 8 bottom of the sixth with no outs vs. Plains. (first of a doubleheader)

Softball Hight

Base hit Megan Hight bottom of the fourth vs. Plains, first of a doubleheader.

Softball Johnston

First baseman Caitlin Johnston third out top of the fourth on a throw from shortstop Breanna Opland vs. Plains. (first of a doubleheader)

Old Photo 4-30-13

The first throw of the 1993 Little League season came during the parade Sunday, as hundreds of baseball players, including Megan Moen, 7, of the T-ball playing Robinettes, marched up Mineral Avenue tossing candy to younger children and parents. Roger Morris photo from the April 28, 1993, files of The Western News.

Connie Wood

Connie Wood, a co-founder of Wings, holds her dog Tucker, as son Joe Wood, looks on. 

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Troy Tennis

The Trojan doubles team of Gunner Jordan and Austin Duve defeated Mission's Nate Doll and Jamie Mullins at No. 1 doubles Friday 6-2, 6-2.

Mining may resume in June

Revett aims to begin ore extraction in six weeks; staffers leave

Crews at Troy Mine are expected early next month to complete the Mine Safety and Health Administration-approved effort to remove rock-shaft debris that for months has halted mining operations.

Tribute to a Hero

Libby woman memorializes late husband’s military service

Police Blotter: April 15 - April 19

Vets Check

Barbara Tripp stands with veterans, from left, Ken Mancuso, Brent Teske, Dennis Osborne, Larry Pitcher and Terry Andreessen.

Montana Senate

Senate Minority Leader Jon Sesso, right, talks to Sen. Jonathan Windy Boy on Wednesday, April 24, 2014, in Helena, Mont. Windy Boy was the only holdout Democrat on a vote to back Gov. Steve Bullock's budget deal with House Republicans.

Glacier Demolition

Environmental Restoration excavator operator Travis Breiland loads debris into a waiting dump truck Tuesday as demolition of the old Glacier Bank continues.

Baseball Rundown

Head Coach Kelly Morford goes through rundown drills with a few players at preseason practice Wednesday afternoon.

Baseball Reichel

Pre-season interview with Will Reichel at the "Lumber Yard."

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Prep Tennis: Trojans romp at Bigfork tourney

The Trojan tennis teams crushed Valley Christian last Thursday 5-1 for the girls and a 6-0 sweep for the boys on their way to the Bigfork Tennis Tournament.

Eagle Valley community auction held May 18

Beginning at 9 a.m., May 18, a community auction and Amish-style meal will be held at 50 Meadowlark Lane.

Wings Week begins May 4; Mexican dinner on the menu

Events include a poker run, bowling, fun run, wings dinner

During the last 16 years, Wings has raised more than $1.579 million and helped 2,380 afflicted with cancer in three counties.

Gerald Kenelty, 80, of Libby

Gerald G. Kenelty, 80, died on Friday, April 19, 2013 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital in Libby.

Softball: Libby lets Blue Devils slip away

Despite outhitting Corvallis 7-to-5, the Libby softball team failed to score in a home match-up Saturday, losing to the Lady Blue Devils 2-0, partly because of two errors committed by the Lady Loggers.

Prep Track: Loggers place third

Whitefish teams dominated the Libby Track and Field Invitational held at Logger Stadium on Saturday, while the hosting Logger squads each placed third.

Troy school board hopefuls discuss issues

As voters go to the polls on May 7 to elect members to the Troy School board, three candidates vie to fill two positions. Here are their responses.

CARD continues its long history of treating for asbestos-related diseases

 At the Center for Asbestos Related Disease (CARD), we are committed to providing holistic healthcare, research, outreach and education related to Libby amphibole asbestos. 

District finance software purchase is a neccessary, planned expense

The School District is currently using an accounting software called Comprehensive Information Management for Schools or CIMS.

Logger baseball camp held this Saturday

All local baseball and softball players are welcomed to the Libby Logger baseball camp from 8:30 a.m. to noon this Saturday, April 27.

Hospital name change consistent with industry trend

While doing a little research on St. John’s Lutheran Hospital, I decided to type “hospital and name change” into Google to see what would come up. I figured a few other hospitals might be considering name changes. 

Birth: Zona Riise Penzotti

Zona Riise Penzotti, daughter of Cressey Rice and Doz Penzotti, of Mount Vernon, Wash., was born April 4 at home.

Raymond W. Sampson, 90, of Troy

Raymond W. Sampson, 90, of Troy died Sunday, April 21, 2013, at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital in Libby.

Donna Grilley, 85, of Great Falls

Donna Ethel-Belle Gay Grilley, 85, of Great Falls died Wednesday, April 17, 2013, of natural causes. 

City committees weigh cemetery plot options

Plan could allow additional cremains

Libby city officials are considering a plan that would change the burial rules for gravesites at Libby Cemetery.

Sen. Baucus announces retirement

WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic Sen. Max Baucus, the powerful Senate Finance chairman who steered President Barack Obama's health care overhaul into law but broke with his party on gun control, has decided to retire, Democratic officials said Tuesday.

Walking for the Fallen

Chuck Lewis, a U.S. Marine sergeant from 1970 until 1974, is walking from Everett, Wash., to The Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C. Lewis, who spent Monday evening in Libby, began his walk on Easter Sunday, and he expects to wrap up the trek in late September. En route to Libby on Monday, Lewis talked to Alizabeth VanWorner who lives just west of Libby. She waited for Lewis to approach on Highway 2, recalling her grandfather’s service in the Marines.

Tennis Metz

Bruce Metz vs. Valley Christian's Phillip Manuel at No. 1 singles.

Softball Peterson

Hailey Peterson of Troy pitches against Loyola in a 19-4 loss to the Heart Breakers.

Knights of Columbus

Members of the Knights of Columbus from various councils in Montana enter St. Joseph Catholic Church in Libby on Saturday evening for Mass. The representatives were part of a statewide convention held in Libby during the weekend.

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Sixteen of the 28 members of the Troy Volunteer Ambulance crew pose after a training session for their new communications system at the ambulance barn Sunday afternoon. Pictured standing are Daniel Schurg, left Clinton Stone, Charles Simpson, Dennis Hedge, Ross Thatcher, Ben DeLeo, Jr., Don Dennison, Roger Brewer, Robert Swartz, Jack Templin, John Konzen and David "Buck" Smith. In the front are Grace Thatcher, Jo Chapel dispatcher Ida Templin and Trucy Thatcher. Members not pictured are Arthur Mautz, Marilyn McDouglall, Bill Brackett, Dee Savage, Jack Templin, Jr., LaVaur Scow, Jo Ann Kyriss, Frank Phillips, Johnnie Ledum, Dick McCallum and Bruce Davis, ambulance maintenance. Photo from the March 22, 1973, files of The Western News.

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Eagle

This American bald eagle Thursday at about the 1.2 mile marker on Pipe Creek Road. The raptor was eating from a carrion and lept upon the stump sensing the photographer. The image was captured using a 300mm Canon lens at an F-stop of 5.6, a shutter speed of 1/500th second at an ISO of 1,600.

EPA probes cleanup tactics

Internal investigation blames agency for asbestos study delays

BILLINGS — Internal investigators faulted the Environmental Protection Agency for years of delays in completing health studies needed to guide the cleanup of Libby where hundreds of people have died from asbestos exposure.

Birth: Calvin Timothy Anderson

Calvin Timothy Anderson, son of Christy and Chad Anderson of Libby, was born April 2 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Zachreson- McLaughlin

Dan and Jerrile Zachreson, of Eagle Mountain, Utah, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Emma Ruth Zachreson, to Nathan Alan McLaughlin of Eagle Mountain.

Prep Roundup: Tennis teams surge, Libby track places fourth

Libby and Troy’s tennis teams continue to improve, picking up three wins of the four matches played.

Libby, Troy softball come up short

Darkening skies prevented Troy’s softball team from earning a conference win over a solid Eureka team Tuesday night. Instead the second game of the double-header was called off as a 12-12 tie.

Birth: Eli Jay Allen Barry

Eli Jay Allen Barry, son of Hannah James and Justin Barry of Libby, was born April 11 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Police Blotter: April 5 - April 6

Lincoln County

Birth: Sophia Rose Rice

Sophia Rose Rice, daughter of Katherine and Nick Rice of Libby, was born April 11 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Libby School Board candidates discuss qualifications, issues

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Shickel-Boulware

Mark and Kendra Shickel, of Crawford, Va., are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kathryn Shickel, to Brock Boulware, son of David and Myresa Boulware of Libby.

School board reaches agreement with two more unions

Libby School Board members on Monday agreed to contracts with two more of its five unions, clearing the way for approvals of the final two in the coming weeks.

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Tami R. Koehler, 55, of Spokane

Surrounded by her loving family and faithful dog, Oscar, Tami Renee Koehler, 55, passed away at home peacefully on April 4, 2013.

John L. Beebe, 90, of Libby

John L. Beebe, 90, a longtime Libby resident, died peacefully at home Monday, April 15, 2013.  He was born July, 6 1922, in Eureka to Russell and Julia (Haitt) Beebe. John spent his early years in Eureka.  

Local four-wheeling club disbands, cites inaccessibility

Kootenai Ridge Riders call it quits, contribute its assets to David Thompson S&R

Citing lack of membership, a local off-roading club has disbanded and donated its treasury to local non-profits.

A River Threatened

Kootenai River among 10 most endangered, group says

The Kootenai River, the lifeblood of Libby, has been named one of the nation’s 10 Most Endangered Rivers, primarily because of pollution from coal mining in southeastern British Columbia.

Engaged Zachreson

Nate McLaughlin and Emma Zachreson

Softball Kyriss

Rebecca Kyriss sends the ball to short left for a base hit bottom of sixth with two out vs. Frenchtown.

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Tami Koehler

MOS Willis

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MOS Parker

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MOS Murer

Kootenai River Overview

From high upon the Haul Road, the Kootenai River winds through Lincoln County above Libby. A conservation group says the river is among the country’s most endangered as a result of the run-off of selenium from open-pit coal mines from British Columbia, Canada, that flow into Lake Koocanusa. 

Food pantry grateful for aid

Letter to the Editor, 

Joseph L. Coleman, 78, of Troy

Joseph Lawrence (Felts) Coleman passed away on April 13, 2013, from a heart condition. 

Troy reader is grateful for support of family

Letter to the Editor,

Feds deny bombing suspect in custody

BOSTON (AP) — Federal officials denied a suspect was under arrest Wednesday in the Boston Marathon bombings.

Loggers face windy conditions in Cut Bank

The Libby tennis teams faced challenging teams and even more challenging weather at the Cut Bank Invitational this weekend.

Reader now concerned about diabetes care

Letter to the Editor,

Cabinet View FD officials explain district intent

The group of Cabinet View residents who seek to start a fire district in the old Cabinet View Fire Service Area vow transparency as it moves forward.

District is recognized for its improved lunches

Libby Elementary School was recognized recently for earning a Bronze Award in the USDA’s Healthier School Challenge program.

Birth: Jacob Michael Ogburn

Jacob Michael Ogburn, son of Kristina and Michael Ogburn of Trout Creek, was born April 8 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Paul G. Evans, 95, of Libby

Our precious father, Paul G. Evans, 95, passed peacefully in the evening, Thursday, March 28, 2013, in the home of his daughter, Adrian Evans, in Libby.

Family of veteran killed by stun-gun files lawsuit

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Relatives of a 77-year-old Korean War veteran with Alzheimer's disease have filed a lawsuit after the family says he died from injuries sustained when shocked by a police stun gun after wandering away from the Montana Veterans Home.

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Weather forces cancellations

Libby and Troy’s track teams lost a meet from their schedule this weekend as the Bigfork Invitational was canceled because of snow.

Libby beats Whitefish 12-2

Libby rolled over conference rival Whitefish 12-2 Saturday to improve its record to 2-2.

Police blotter: April 4 - April 5

County erred by denying the Health Department's home-visiting grant

Letter to the Editor,

How much civilization does your tax money buy

Montana runners unscathed in Boston bombing

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — None of the Montana runners participating in the Boston Marathon were injured when two explosions rocked the area near the finish line, but several who were nearby described the chaos and relief they felt because they and their loved ones were safe.

Boston bombs were made of pressure cookers

BOSTON (AP) — The two bombs that ripped through the crowds at the Boston Marathon, killing three people and wounding more than 170, were fashioned out of pressure cookers and packed with shards of metal, nails and ball bearings, a person briefed on the investigation said Tuesday.

Birth: Teegan James Gillespie

Teegan James Gillespie, son of Jamie and Bobby Gillespie of Libby, was born April 7 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Phil O'Neill, 77, of Troy

Phil O’Neill passed away at home on April 12, 2013, after enduring many years of heart problems.  

Seven locals coronated at Saturday's Nordicfest dinner

Tennis Schnackenberg

Jason Schnackenberg

Tennis Rose

Kira Rose battles Whitefish last Thursday.

Old Photo 4-16-13

Collector's Item Libby's Bob Burrell paid $58 for a license plate prefixed 59 instead of 56. He plans to keep it even though the Lincoln County Treasurer's Office has told him to return it. There are only 56 counties in Montana, not 59 as this plate indicates. Burrell is shown with the vehicle he purchased the plate for. Photo from the March 22, 1973, files of The Western News.

Obit Evans

Paul G. Evans

Jackie Real Estate

Jackie DeShazer, a realtor at DeShazer Ryan Realty, shows a home on the Kootenai River. DeShazer said she has seen improvements in the housing market.

Nordicfest Group

Nordicfest royalty, from left, Annie Wilkinson, co-princess, Kathy and Gary Wood, Mrs. and Mr. Knute, Marvel Thompson, parade marshal, Dave and Barb Swenson, King and Queen, and Keeli Green, co-princess, were coronated at Saturday’s dinner.

Tribes say legal action may be only water-rights option

HELENA — The Montana Legislature’s failure to ratify a water-rights compact has left the Confederated Salish and Kootenai tribes no choice but to take legal action, a tribal spokesman said.

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Lady Pirates best Libby 11-1

The Libby High School softball team ran into a wall Thursday night, as reigning state champion Polson took advantage of errors and smashed their way to a 11-1 win in a mercy-rule shortened game.

Flathead Time Trials prove challenging for Loggers

In Tuesday’s Flathead Time Trials meet at Kalispell Legends Stadium, the Libby track and field teams struggled to get on the board.

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Florence Larson, 94, of Troy

Florence Marie Larson, 94, of Troy died April 8, 2013, at the Libby Care Center of natural causes.  

Common Core can stymie intellectual growth

Letter to the Editor,

Neil J. Dodge, 81, of Columbia Falls

Neil Joseph Dodge peacefully passed from this world into the arms of God on Friday April 5, 2013. Dodge died at home with his wife, Carol, by his side.

Commissioners deny Health Department grant app

Lincoln County commissioners on Wednesday voted to reject a request to further allow for funding for the Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting program.

Hunters prepare for bear season

Veteran hunter, first-timer, biologist discuss black bears

Hunters experiencing withdrawal after a long winter will be able to get their fix as black bear hunting begins Monday.

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Edward Yankey III, 43, formerly of Libby

Edward “John” Yankey, III, formerly of Libby, died April 6, 2013. He was born Jan. 6, 1970.

Outburst may cause rule change

HELENA — Republican leaders want to change Montana Senate rules to prevent a handful of legislators from halting a floor session when one senator is absent.

Cash hound's owner learns lesson

HELENA — The Montana man whose dog ate $500 says he’s going to find a better place to stash his cash when he travels.

Why change the name? How about St. John's Lutheran Hospital?

Letter to the Editor,

For most pets, large and small, it is necessary to check their nails, hooves

The companion animals that we enjoy have a lifestyle quite different from their wild counterparts.  

The Alternative School is a necessary educational outlet for our students

The conservation of energy law states that energy cannot be created, nor destroyed, it can only change its form. This is true for students in the Libby public schools.

New restrooms are coming to Riverside Park

World War II veterans to take Honor Flight

Two local vets to make D.C. trip

Two local men, born worlds apart, will share a flight April 21 to Washington, D.C. It’s the least they’ve earned for their service to their country.

Clinton I. Hagen, 85, of Libby

Clinton Ives Hagen, 85, a longtime Libby resident, died from natural causes Tuesday April 9, 2013, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Nuala Ostman, 54 days, of Libby

Nuala Johanna Ostman, 54 days, died on March 23, 2013.

Tennis Silva

Alanah True-Silva vs. Eureka's Beth Bahlmann at No. 2 singles.

Vet Sells

World War II veteran Ernie Sells is presented pins by Troy VFW Quartermaster Jerry Erickson as Junior Vice President Robert Herman looks on. The Troy VFW and Ladies Auxiliary gave Sells $200 to spend while he is in Washington, D. C.

Crow Coal

FILE - This May 9, 2008 file photo shows production at the Westmoreland Coal Mine northeast of Hardin, Mont. Signal Peak Energy, a mining company, plans to start exploratory work this spring on an estimated 400 million tons of coal beneath Montana’s Crow Indian Reservation, adding to a spate of recent interest in the region’s huge coal reserves despite flagging domestic demand for the fuel. (AP Photo/Billings Gazette, David Grubbs, File)

Softball Benefield

Auria Benefield base hit scores one bottom of two vs. Polson.

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John Yankey

3 to join LHS Hall of Fame

Doctor, naval officer, educator to be recognized during ceremony

Nineteen people will be honored Monday evening during the National Honor Society’s Induction Ceremony at Libby High Schools Ralph Tate Gymnasium. Three are graduates who rose to accomplish great things and the balance are current students who aspire to do the same.

Bear Hunt Mercer

Taxidermist and hunter Gerry Mercer with bear handiwork.

Bear Hunt Swagger

Cerria Swagger and her father, Bill, have hunted black bears. In 2013, Cerria will have her own tag for the first time. In the photo, Cerria holds a letter acknowledging her certification to teach bow-huning classes.

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Proposed Cabinet View Fire District meeting Saturday morning

There will be a meeting 10 a.m. Saturday morning at the Cabinet View Fire Station at 240 Luscher Drive to share information about the remains of Cabinet View Fire Service Area and how they are trying to start a Fire District.

Johnston wins Rocky Mountain Shoot Out

Ryggs Johnston, 12, of Libby, won the boys 10-12-years age division at the Rocky Mountain Jr. Golf Shoot Out at Sandia Tourney in Albuquerque, New Mexico on March 30-31.  

Troy boys nearly pull upset at Eureka Invitational

The boys of Trojan track and field continue to flex their muscles, as a few stellar athletes almost single-handedly stole the Eureka Invitational away from the home team. The Lions edged Troy 132-119.

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Habitat for Humanity effort breaks ground for new home

Despite an ominous beginning under drizzly skies Sunday, home ownership for the Hopfinger family of Libby looks bright.

Young Libby team splits opening games

Libby split its opening games at the Libby Invite on Saturday afternoon, besting Priest River, Idaho, by a score of 8-3, before falling under the mighty bats of Frenchtown, 18-0.

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Surprising Lady Loggers control field events

Libby Head Track Coach Jim May wasn’t sure what to expect from his youthful girls team this season. It’s safe to say that after their showing at the Eureka Invitational, the bar has been raised.

April Senior Menu

Absent Democratic senator returns but acrimony lingers

Associated Press

Police Blotter: April 2 - April 3

Legislature has resorted to mayhem to disrupt the government's work

Letter to the Editor,

Birth: Noah James Baker

Noah James Baker, son of Meriah and Rob Baker of Salmon, Idaho, was born March 19 in Missoula at the Community Medical Center.

Birth: Emma Mae Soete

Emma Mae Soete, daughter of Ashley Massie and Sheldon Soete of Libby, was born March 31 at St. John’s Lutheran Hospital.

Wedding: Cummings-Scullin

Terry and Cindy Cummings of Troy announce the marriage of their daughter, Megan Ranae Cummings, to Justin Thomas Scullin, son of Steve Scullin of McMinnville, Tenn. and Shannon Hall of Petal, Miss. 

LHS grad to lead Texas Tech

1972 graduate says Libby was foundation for him to excel in life

Libby High School graduate M. Duane Nellis is going back to the Big 12 Conference, and he couldn’t be happier about it.

Honor Flight to reward World War II veterans

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — About 90 World War II veterans from Montana are making final plans for their Big Sky Honor Flight, a "thank-you" trip to tour war memorials in Washington, D.C.

VanWorth-Rogers is approved 6-0, signs $88,096 contract

Glacier International tower may close on May 5

The Flathead Municipal Airport Authority that owns and operates Glacier Park International Airport has asked a federal court to reverse the Federal Aviation Administration’s recent decision to close Glacier’s air-traffic control tower because of sequestration budget cuts.

Track Gilder

Kaitlyn Gilder hands the baton off to Krysten Mossburg on the anchor leg of the 4x100-meter relay at Saturday’s Eureka Invitational. The Libby girls placed third in the race.

Softball Rebo

Second baseman Rachel Rebo backs up Devon Gallagher at first for the second out top of 2 vs. the Priest River Spartans. The Lady Loggers went on to win the 7-inning contest 8 to 3 on a very soggy field.

VanWorth-Rogers Signs

Flanked by Superintendent K.W. Maki and Board President Tracy Comeau, new Libby High School Principal Ruth Ann VanWorth-Rogers signs her one-year contract.

Senate Protest

Montana Senate Democrats stand in protest on Friday, April 5, 2013, in Helena, Mont. Republicans ignored Democratic attempts to stall votes until all members are present, allowing key GOP-backed legislation to clear a procedural deadline. (AP Photo/Kathryn Haake)

Old Photo 4-9-13

Icy Search Lincoln County Deputies and David Thompson Search and Rescue members Sgt. Kirk Kraft and Lt. Daryl Anderson give diver Brent Teske a hand in searching the icy waters of Horseshoe Lake Monday for a vehicle. A 1987 pickup, owned by Kinniburg Bros. logging of Marion, was recovered from 25 feet of water. Company owners had not realized the truck was missing. Bill Kemp of Libby spotted debris floating in a small circle of open water at the east end of the lake. A heavy chain was found secured to the steering wheel and column. Roger Morris photo from the April 7, 1993, files of The Western News.

Glacier Bank completes move; opened new facility Monday

Operations Supervisor Deborah Gidley on Friday was busy arranging things in her office at the new Glacier Bank.

Habitat Group

Habitat for Humanity board members line up behind the Hopfinger family. 

Habitat Family

The Hopfinger family consists of Justin, Shannon, Justin, Jr.,  Anthony and James. The contract calls for the family to perform at least 200 hours of service toward their home.

Glacier Wagner

Brett Wagner of Western Signs of Kalispell applies a vinyl sign to the front door Friday.

Couple starts candy business

Pair expands into sweets and cookies

So, are you feeling a little withdrawal since your favorite chocolate candy maker has closed? You know, the one that offered deliciously covered berries.

Glacier Swimley

Carol Swimley

New Candy Company

Randie, Randy and Josh Burch display some of the many chocolates, cookies and breads they are making as part of Nanny’s Cookies and Candies at Lake Koocanusa Marina.

Trojans look toward personal bests

The Trojan track team has some great athletes. The only problem is there aren’t many of them.

Loggers track will count on experience

The Loggers track program didn’t have an ideal opening weekend, as they were forced to compete in what Head Coach Jim May lightly referred to as monsoon conditions.

Police Blotter: March 28 - April 2

Couple grateful for Troy community support

Letter to the Editor,

Disappointed in low support for health center

Letter to the Editor,

Fire agency lawsuits are silly

Letter to the Editor,

Where does Sheriff Bowe stand on gun rights?

Letter to the Editor,

Couple is grateful for help during their fire

Letter to the Editor,

CARD Clinic has grown during the years to integral part of the community

Letter to the Editor,

Remember, civility on the blog posts is best

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'Pitiful Pirates,' an original script performed next weekend in Libby

The Western News

Ronald J. Fagg, 66, of Yaak

Ronald James Fagg, 66,  resident of Yaak died March 30, 2013, at Spokane, Wash. He was born Aug. 22, 1946, to Eldridge and Virginia (Hulett) Fagg at Seattle,  Wash.

Frank L Schwindt, 31, of Florence

Frank L Schwindt, 31, of Florence passed away Saturday, March 30, 2013, as a result of a motorcycle accident.  

Patricia K. Winn, 76, of Libby

Patricia K. Winn, 76, went to be with the Lord Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013.  

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LHS senior is recognized for her writing, earns a trip to Carnegie Hall

It isn’t often a Libby student gets recognized on a national level. It is perhaps even less often that one gets acknowledged at Carnegie Hall for a national writing contest.

Olsen files court papers on Roll conflict-of-interest case

Libby City Councilman Allen Olsen is proceeding with a conflict-of-interest lawsuit against Libby Mayor Doug Roll, and the first-term city official last week filed papers in district court alleging wrongdoing.

BLRFD plans new station

Chief vows to continue self-dispatching

Bull Lake Rural Fire District is planning a new fire station just a stone’s throw across Highway 56 from the district’s old fire station.

Track Jones

Asia Jones competes at Columbia Falls March 28.

Scott Lennard Guitars

Local sculptor and guitar-builder Scott Lennard recently took some of his guitars to a Nashville, Tenn., convention, and one of the persons who stopped by the Lennard booth was country music artist Troy Gentry of the band Montgomery Gentry. Lennard, who is known for his bronzes, has been building high-end guitars for years now. In the photo above, Willmon was trying one of Lennard’s Montrose guitars.

Bull Lake FD

Bull Lake Rural Fire District Board Chairwoman Sylvia Maffit shares a moment with Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe on Thursday during a ceremony that announced the fire district’s plans to build a new station. Also pictured are Treasurer Gerald Wallace, Past Chief and current Board Member Mike Casey and current Chief Clyde Miller.

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Miller points across Highway 56 to the location for the planned station.

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Lincoln County joblessness drops slightly

Lincoln County’s unemployment rate was 16.3 percent in February, reflecting a decrease of nearly a full percentage point compared to January’s figures.

Access to charter schools can improve education for all pupils

Letter to the Editor,

HB 590 would have helped her

Letter to the Editor,

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New movie rental store offers gamers, buffs another outlet

There is another choice movie-lovers have from which to choose.

'Tis the season for the emergence of rabies; know the symptoms, signs

Few diseases grip us with such dread as does rabies.  Rabies can be transmitted to humans by many warm-blooded animals.  

E. Boyd Hartman, 89, of Dallas, Ore.

E. Boyd Hartman, 89, died March 27, 2013, in Stayton, Ore. 

School board adopts mandate for driver's education program

Libby High School Principal Rik Rewerts may be looking toward semi-retirement upon the conclusion of the current school year, but his commitment to Libby education will not end when he walks out of school on graduation night.

House funding cut could leave 26,000 without health care

Associated Press

Revett awaits MSHA approval

Stock options offered to current employees

Revett Minerals officials are expecting approval of their plan this week from the Mine Safety and Health Administrationa to begin clearing groundfall within the silver and copper mine.

There are many benefits to smoke-free moms

Letter to the Editor

School district improving the process for teacher evaluations

In Libby school district, the process of supervision and evaluation is a cooperative effort between teachers and supervisors in which they share the responsibility for improving the quality of education provided our students.  

Cyber security: It's the hacks vs. the hackers (and vs. you)

Engagement: Scheer-Welcome

Debbie Welcome of Troy is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter, Angelique Welcome, to Derek Scheer, son of the late Kim and Ordean Scheer of Libby. 

Zonolite Mountain

From the Thursday, June 9, 1960, edition of The Western News

Fern W. Crystal, 102 of Libby

Fern W. Crystal, 102, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at Libby Care Center.  

Old Photo 4-2-13

Trojans Win Again In a scene reminiscent of the state basketball tournament in Lewistown four moths ago, the Lady Trojans crowd around coach Rich Ramondelli after their stunning state volleyball championship victory against Choteau on Saturday. Ed Hanson photo from the March 24, 1993, files of The Western News.

MIB Silver Screen

Store owner Monica Schultz opened the Silver Screen at the Libby Shopping Center. The new store offers the latest movies, game rentals and snacks.  

Kite Garrison

Silas Garrison, 7, watches as his kite heads skyward Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park.

Easter Wood

Hadleigh Wood, 3, picks out a balloon Saturday during the Easter egg hunt at Troy's Roosevelt Park.

Easter Todd

Knox Todd, 3, loads up his Easter basket Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park. There were bounce houses, balloons, cotton candy, snow cones, hot dogs, raffles, face painting and prizes.

Easter Stafford

Roosevelt Park was the place to be Saturday as four-year-old Micah Stafford exits the bouncy house in fine fashion.

Easter Smith

Ahhhhhh, the anticipation! Aryanah Smith, 2, takes delivery of a Saf-T-Pop Saturday from Geneis Smith after the Easter egg hunt at Roosevelt Park.

Police blotter: March 26 - March 28

Easter Bikes

Tucker James, Dakota Allen, Rosanna Troyer and Ashlyn Monigold won bikes, with Raymond Duran playing Easter bunny. Monigold received her golden egg from friend Dillon Yeadon, who didn’t need a new bike and gave it up.

Attorneys to get $4.9 million for work in Libby Medical case

Despite written pleas from family members and those suffering the effects of asbestos exposure, attorneys will receive 25 percent of the money earmarked for victims.

Montanore suffers setback in lawsuit

Wheelis grants motions in case involving Montanore mineral rights

The Montanore mining project has hit another snag, perhaps delaying it further on its path to permitting.

Tennis teams split weekend results

The mighty Pirates showed no mercy to Libby’s tennis teams, as both boys and girls teams lost to Polson.

CARD Clinic to commemorate 10th anniversary

The 10th anniversary for the Center for Asbestos Related Disease (CARD) takes place April 1, the same day as National Asbestos Awareness Day and the beginning of Global Asbestos Awareness Week. 

Valentine, Nelson commit to Dillon

Two Libby High School football players recently signed letters of intent to play at University of Montana – Western in Dillon.