Stories for August 2016

August 31, 2016 1:45 p.m.

Motorcycle vs. deer

The headlight still worked after colliding with a deer Thursday a little after noon on M.T. Highway 37 just north of Libby. The rider was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 31, 2016 10:10 a.m.

Libby man gets 30 months for child pornography possession

A U.S. District Judge last week sentenced a Libby man to two and a half years in prison for possession of 755 images of child pornography.

August 30, 2016 10:42 a.m.

Atlin Adventure

A poster for "Atlin Adventure," filmed by Glenn Titus in British Columbia in 1964. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 30, 2016 10:41 a.m.

Glenn Titus

Glenn Titus, 86, with his Excellence in Craft Award at his home near Troy on the Kootenai River. The Outdoors Writing Association of America honored Titus with the award earlier this month. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 30, 2016 10:40 a.m.

Remembering a wild career

August 30, 2016 10:39 a.m.

Calgary man sentenced to life in prison

August 30, 2016 10:37 a.m.

Birth Ewing

Auria Eve Ewing

August 30, 2016 10:37 a.m.

Woman pleads not guilty to animal cruelty

August 30, 2016 10:32 a.m.

Libby schools weighing biomass plant proposal

August 30, 2016 10:31 a.m.

Harlynn Rose Phillips

August 30, 2016 10:31 a.m.

Owen Desch

August 30, 2016 10:29 a.m.

Ken and Marsha Preston

August 30, 2016 10:28 a.m.

William Louis Hanley, 68, of Tok, Alaska

August 30, 2016 10:25 a.m.

Boy Scouts continue community repairs

August 30, 2016 10:23 a.m.

Troy closes in on preliminary budget

August 30, 2016 10:21 a.m.

Loggers shutout Yellowjackets in season opener

August 30, 2016 10:08 a.m.

Libby volleyball tops Polson tournament

August 30, 2016 10:07 a.m.

Loggers drop season opener 58-6

August 30, 2016 9:31 a.m.

Cross country: C-Falls claims Libby Invite

August 30, 2016 9:28 a.m.

Bigfork coasts to 62-0 victory over Troy

August 30, 2016 9:25 a.m.

Lady Loggers soccer 0-1 after forfeit

August 29, 2016 6:27 p.m.

Soccer Maloney

First half congrats for Colin Maloney, center, after scoring the first goal in the match vs. Stevensville Friday afternoon with Giovanni Cano, left, and Cody Wood, right. Final score, 4-0, Loggers (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 29, 2016 5:51 p.m.

Birth Nelson

Holley Nelson

August 29, 2016 4:20 p.m.

Birth Desch

Owen Desch

August 29, 2016 4:12 p.m.

Birth Phillips

Harlynn Rose Phillips

August 29, 2016 2:56 p.m.

Court Ilk

Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe, left, and Michael Gilbert Ilk. After sentencing Monday, Aug. 29, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 29, 2016 2:43 p.m.

Football Carvey

Junior running back Tim Carvey on the carry vs. Loyola Aug. 27. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 29, 2016 2:06 p.m.

Football Winn

Senior quarterback Tucker Winn to the Troy 47-yard line for a first down, first quarter vs. Bigfork Aug. 26. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 29, 2016 12:58 p.m.

Fun Run CPMC Two

(Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 29, 2016 12:19 p.m.

Fun Run CPMC One

(Bethay Rolfson/The Western News)

August 29, 2016 11:40 a.m.

Playground Repair

Jarun Graziano, of the Libby Boy Scout Troop 1970, pressure washing the playground equipment at the Kootenai Valley Head Start. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 29, 2016 8:44 a.m.

X Country Goodman

Logger Cross Country team member Tim Goodman competes during the Libby Invite at J. Neils Park Aug. 27, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 29, 2016 8:28 a.m.

X Country Zeiler

Mikaylin Zeiler competes during Libby Invite at J. Neils Park Saturday, Aug. 27. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 26, 2016 11:36 a.m.

Daines hosts economic roundtable

August 26, 2016 10:49 a.m.

Commissioners approve health board restructuring

August 26, 2016 10:44 a.m.

Animal cruelty charges filed against dog breeder

August 26, 2016 10:43 a.m.

Leroy Douglas Nixon, 74, of Libby

August 26, 2016 10:42 a.m.

Raymond Calvin Johnson, 74, of Libby

August 26, 2016 10:37 a.m.

Troy upgrades community, schools

August 26, 2016 10:36 a.m.

Troy man dies after motorcycle accident near Bull Lake Road

August 26, 2016 10:34 a.m.

45 still evacuated as Copper King Fire slows

August 26, 2016 10:33 a.m.

Fire still burning in industrial park

August 26, 2016 10:30 a.m.

'Richard III draws 100 to Libby amphitheater

August 26, 2016 10:29 a.m.

Libby cross country opens season with hometown invitational

August 25, 2016 11:41 p.m.

Libby Mayor recall can proceed until Roll files $25,000 bond

The effort to recall Libby Mayor Doug Roll is back in motion after a district judge on Thursday filed an order to delay an injunction on the recall until Roll files a $25,000 bond required of anyone who files an injunction.

August 25, 2016 7:50 p.m.

Daines Meeting

Lincoln County Commissioner Mark Peck, left, Senator Steve Daines and HD2 Representative Mike Cuffe. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 7:32 p.m.

Hearing Brown

Tammy Brown (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 7:26 p.m.

Hearing Roll

Libby Mayor Doug Roll. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 6:29 p.m.

CPMC Cable

Janice Cable was the lucky winner of a Kindle Fire complete with pink case in the first of two Paint It Pink Mammography drawings at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. Any patient who had a mammogram between October 2015 and April 2016 were invited to enter their name in a drawing for the first kindle. A second kindle and pink case will be given away for all patients who have a mammogram between May and October of 2016! The Paint It Pink committee ran this promotion as a way to encourage and thank women for having their screening mammograms. Pictured: Winner Janice Cable centered between CPMC Mammography Technologists Hannah Huck and Allye Anderson.

August 25, 2016 6:22 p.m.

CPMC Hardwick

Dick Hardwick

August 25, 2016 6:14 p.m.

Shake Nine

Richard III (Sam Pearson) trying to convince Lady Anne (Maeve Moynihan), that he loves her and that he did not kill her husband. "Thine eyes, sweet lady, have infected mine.” (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 6:07 p.m.

Shake Eight

Richard III (Sam Pearson) kissing the hand of Lady Anne (Maeve Moynihan). "I'll have her; but I will not keep her long.” (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 5:54 p.m.

Shake Seven

The Duke of Buckingham, and Richard’s right-hand man (Michael Gonring), consults with the Duke of Gloucester. "My other self, my counsel's consistory,/ My oracle, my prophet! My dear cousin,/ I, like a child, will go by thy direction.” (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 5:44 p.m.

Shake Six

Late afternoon Monday, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks puts on William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” at the Libby Elementary School Amphitheater. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 5:35 p.m.

Shake Five

After being crowned king, Richard III (Sam Pearson) still feels alarmed that prince Edward is still alive. "O bitter consequence, / That Edward still should live! 'True, noble prince!” (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 5:13 p.m.

Shake Four

Elizabeth (Sasha Kostyrko) being convinced by King Richard III (Sam Pearson) that she should let him marry her daughter. "Shall I be tempted of the devil thus?" "Ay, if the devil tempt thee to do good.” (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 5:04 p.m.

Shake Three

The final battle scene between Richard and the Earl of Richmond’s armies. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 4:49 p.m.

Shake Two

Richard III (Sam Pearson) crying out for help during the final battle scene. “A horse! A horse! My kingdom for a horse!" (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 4:38 p.m.

Shake One

The Earl of Richmond (Nate Cheeseman) addresses his men after the final battle. "Now civil wounds are stopp'd, peace lives again." (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 4:23 p.m.

Daines Tisher

Paul Tisher, center, during meeting with Senator Steve Daines Thursday. (Paul Sievers/The Wester News)

August 25, 2016 12:41 p.m.

X Country

Logger cross country coach Rodd Zeigler. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 11:57 a.m.

Obit Johnson

Raymond Calvin Johnson, 74

August 25, 2016 11:47 a.m.

Obit Nixon

Leroy Douglas Nixon, aged 74

August 25, 2016 11:33 a.m.

Biomass

Superintendent of Libby Public Schools Craig Barringer and Johnson Controls, Inc Public Sector Account Executive Jake Terzo listen as Libby Ranger District District Ranger Nate Gassmann (right) explain why he thinks the benefits outweigh the obstacles of the biomass plant Tuesday afternoon. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 11:13 a.m.

Troy School Four

Morrison Elementary Principal Diane Rewerts complimenting the clothes pins above the students’ hallway lockers. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 11:03 a.m.

Troy School Three

The Morrison Elementary School main hallway. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 10:56 a.m.

Troy School Two

New murals of mountains and trees in the main lobby at Morrison Elementary School. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 10:47 a.m.

Troy School One

The brand-new Troy High School wall murals and tile, complete with the Troy Trojan design. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 9:52 a.m.

Engaged Vincent

Vance Vincent, left, and Jacalyn Beardsley.

August 25, 2016 9:42 a.m.

Troy Three

New handicap-accecible dock overlooking the Troy Fish Pond. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 9:02 a.m.

Troy Two

New rock wall in Roosevelt Park. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 8:55 a.m.

Troy One

The new shaded picnic-area at Roosevelt Park. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 8:36 a.m.

Teacher Boehmler

Andrea Boehmler, new Libby second grade teacher. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 25, 2016 8:25 a.m.

Accident

(Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 23, 2016 6:48 p.m.

CARD Clinic study: asbestos exposure linked to autoimmune diseases

August 23, 2016 6:39 p.m.

Fugitive caught after six-hour chase

August 23, 2016 6:36 p.m.

Probation violation earns Eureka man five-year sentence

August 23, 2016 6:35 p.m.

Libby train depot getting a facelift

August 23, 2016 6:30 p.m.

Libby chamber gets county support in digital rebranding campaign

August 23, 2016 6:23 p.m.

Drivers, enthusiasts and community celebrate classic cars

August 23, 2016 6:22 p.m.

Libby boys soccer looks to build on last season's success

August 23, 2016 6:16 p.m.

Libby volleyball defining strengths in preseason

August 23, 2016 9:35 a.m.

Volleyball Team Libby

Back row left to right: Alli Collins, Samantha Miller, Sammee Bradeen, Jayden Winslow, Emily Mossburg, Mehki, Sykes, Brooklyn Rainer, Khalyn Hageness, Haylee Cannon. Front row left to right: Emma Gruber, Linsey Walker, Emily Carvey, Marissa Wood, Kylee Quinn, Jessika Jones, Sheyla, Gallagher. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 3:39 p.m.

Obit Winfrey

Alice Helen McRell Winfrey

August 22, 2016 3:27 p.m.

Obit Judkins

Vickie Kay Judkins, 72

August 22, 2016 2:36 p.m.

Copper King Fire doubles in size overnight

August 22, 2016 2:35 p.m.

Ignite Wieners

Another classic from Ignite the Nites weekend, free wieners tossed into the crowd. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 2:10 p.m.

Ignite Cuda

Spectators surveyed classic cars through the smoke of burnt rubber Friday night on Mineral Avenue. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 1:51 p.m.

Ignite Vette

Corvettes from all eras made the Friday night cruise this weekend. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 12:59 p.m.

CARD Clinic

Center for Asbestos Related Disease Clinic, Monday afternoon. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 9:44 a.m.

Depot Three

Inside look at the construction of the new bathrooms at the depot. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 9:35 a.m.

Depot Two

In the depot’s main lobby, the ceiling has been torn down to make room for a brand-new one. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 9:27 a.m.

Depot One

On the outside, old, rotten boards are taken off to make room for new siding Friday afternoon. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 9:13 a.m.

Ignite Pinkal

Mark Pinkal burning the rubber off his 1926 Model T Ford. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 22, 2016 9:04 a.m.

Ignite Carter

Jeff Carter in a 1972 Chevelle during the 30 second time limit burnout competition. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 19, 2016 4:05 p.m.

Sheriff Short

Pattrick James Kennedy, left, and Deputy Steve Short. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 19, 2016 11:34 a.m.

Montana's oldest car club 55 years strong

August 19, 2016 11:31 a.m.

EPA: ARP funding decision delayed

August 19, 2016 11:29 a.m.

Richard III to return at Libby school amphitheater

August 19, 2016 11:28 a.m.

Trial set for next week in assault case

August 19, 2016 11:26 a.m.

Two Libby natives return from military training in Romania

August 19, 2016 11:25 a.m.

Sheriff's office purchasing new patrol car, detective vehicles

August 19, 2016 11:24 a.m.

Lincoln County Sheriff's Blotter, Aug. 15-17

August 19, 2016 11:20 a.m.

Troy council announces finished playground, approves businesses

August 19, 2016 11:16 a.m.

Pasture Pickin' organizers pass gathering to new director

August 19, 2016 11:01 a.m.

New Lady Loggers soccer coach brings experience to the pitch

August 19, 2016 10:14 a.m.

Soccer Petersen

Libby High School boys soccer coach Mark Petersen. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 18, 2016 12:04 p.m.

Soccer Forsyth

New girls soccer coach Jay Forsyth. (Seaborn Larson/The Western News)

August 18, 2016 10:35 a.m.

Soldiers

Miguel Hernandez, left, and Tucker Zimmerman of the Army National Guard, stand uniformed in front of the Veterans Memorial at Riverfront Park.

August 18, 2016 10:21 a.m.

Volleyball Walker

Sophomore Linsey Walker during practice Aug. 16. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 18, 2016 9:01 a.m.

Shakespeare Too

Sam Peterson as Richard III (courtesy of Ben Barker with the Montana Shakespeare in the Parks).

August 18, 2016 8:54 a.m.

Pickin One

Gary Kent from Burlington, Wash. and Rich Gregg from Lewiston, Wash. playing on Wednesday afternoon at the Pasture Pickin'. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 18, 2016 8:46 a.m.

Pickin Two

Annie Erickson and Gary Kent of Burlington, Wash., Rich and Carol Gregg of Lewiston, Wash. and Mark and Teri Rex of Newport, Wash. playing classic bluegrass music on Snyder’s Field Wednesday afternoon. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 18, 2016 8:09 a.m.

Shakespeare

Riley O¹Toole, left, Michael Gonring, Sam Pearson and Maeve Moynihan in Richard III (courtesy of Winslow Studio and Gallery)

August 16, 2016 10:34 a.m.

Troy student's Thailand travels offer lessons in culture, zoology

August 16, 2016 10:28 a.m.

Recall hearing continued

August 16, 2016 10:27 a.m.

Woman pleads guilty in fire hall embezzlement

August 16, 2016 10:25 a.m.

Woman pleads not guilty to stealing drugs from nursing home

August 16, 2016 10:21 a.m.

101 cyclists tour Kookanusa

August 16, 2016 10:14 a.m.

Award Two

Ignite the Nites N.T.S. Award, created out of engine parts by Brent Teske of the Igniters Car Club (courtesy of Dee Teske).

August 16, 2016 10:14 a.m.

Troy local to put experience to work as new shop teacher

August 16, 2016 10:12 a.m.

Lincoln County Sheriff's blotter, Aug. 12-14

August 16, 2016 10:09 a.m.

Community looks good, feels good at blues fest'

August 16, 2016 10:07 a.m.

Award One

Ignite the Nites People's Choice award, created out of engine parts by Brent Teske of the Igniters Car Club (courtesy of Dee Teske).

August 16, 2016 10:04 a.m.

FOOTBALL: Libby Loggers look to improve after 2015 season woes

August 15, 2016 5:16 p.m.

Osborn Four

Sarah Osborn, third from right.

August 15, 2016 5:03 p.m.

Osborn Two

Sarah Osborn

August 15, 2016 2:46 p.m.

Blues Chris

The Friday version of the eighth annual Riverfront Blues Festival inclued the Chris O'Leary Band with Chris O'Leary, left, Chris DiFrancesco and Matt Raymond. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 2:25 p.m.

Blues Hale

The Hale family from Sandpoint, Idaho with Jason Hale, left, Poli'ahu Hale and 'Ohi'a Hale. Cost of admission, $0, the tickets were won on a radio contest. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 1:52 p.m.

Blues Kelly

Teri Kelly, left, and Sue Hjort enjoy an evening of blues during the eighth annual Riverfront Blues Festival Friday. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 1:40 p.m.

Blues OLeary

Chris O'Leary of the Chris O'Leary Band Friday at Riverfront Park. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 1:15 p.m.

Ignite Rantala

Gary Rantala, left, and Ivan Troyer. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 1:08 p.m.

Ignite Room

New Igniters Club meeting room. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 12:58 p.m.

Blues Ross

Kalispell residents Cheryl Ross, left, and Greg Iverson dance to the tunes of the Chris O'Leary Band Friday evening during the eighth annual Riverfront Blues Festival. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 12:45 p.m.

Color Run

Riley Havens, right, throwing color on Aspen Anderson, left, at the CHC Color Run, Friday, Aug. 12. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 11:19 a.m.

Le Tour Bogdan

Avid mountain-bikers Andre Bogdan, 58, and Rick Maunsell, 61, of Calgary, Alberta, finishing the race. (Bethany/Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 11:11 a.m.

Le Tour Williamson

Jim Williamson of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, followed by the Baddlands Cycling Club bicyclists. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 11:03 a.m.

Blues Lane

Jimmy D. Lane playing a cover of the 1968 song “White Room” by Cream. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 10:54 a.m.

Blues Venters

Luke Venters, stage manager and board member of the Flathead Lake Blues Festival. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 10:41 a.m.

Blues Cranmer

Solveig Cranmer dancing to the Jimmy D. Lane band. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 10:31 a.m.

Teacher Thill

Jeff Thill, new Troy shop teacher. (Bethany Rolfson/The Western News)

August 15, 2016 10:06 a.m.

Golf Winslow

Jared Winslow with a hole-in-one on No. 11 Aug. 13, 2016. Distance was 131 yards, pitching wedge used. Wintesses were Tony Rebo, Jim Germany and Micah Germany.

August 15, 2016 9:50 a.m.

Golf Beckman

Member guest champions for 2016 Dylan Beckman, left, and Ryggs Johnston on hole No. 11 after Dylan's Hole in 1. (133 yards pitching wedge used witnesses - Ryggs Johnston, Jonny Cielak, Joseph Potkonjak)

August 15, 2016 9:07 a.m.

Practice Two

First day of Logger football practice with Coach Neil Fuller. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)

August 12, 2016 3:05 p.m.

Kids Camp

1st row – sitting for Left to Right Weslee MacDonald, Elry Hall, Waylon Katzer, Trevor Mast, Cody Katzer, Landon Knapp, Bradon Mast, Braydun Barnes, Bridger Rebo, Alli Clemons, Halle Nixon, 2nd row – Paxton Caro, Levi Harmon, Aiden Harris, Aspen Anderson, Lilee Cosgriff, Tryp Lysle, Jaxon Uithof, Emmah Barnes, Leah Matthews, Cadence Rebo, Talon Nordwick, Payton Anderson, Gabriel Collins, 3rd row – Rylee Thompson, Emily Harmon, Riley Havens, Rylin Uithof, Ryelie Lysle, Kale Hall, Sidney Clemons, Hailey Matthews, Annie Barnes, Alex Cure, Paislee MacDonald, Kayla Mast.

August 12, 2016 11:09 a.m.

Le Tour de Koocanusa set for Saturday

August 12, 2016 11:05 a.m.

Riverfront Blues Fest returns this weekend

August 12, 2016 11:03 a.m.

Raines steps down from city council seat

August 12, 2016 11 a.m.

Trail work

Montana Conservation Corps crew members clear fallen brush from the new Snowshoe Pipeline Trail Thursday. (Photo courtesy of Micah Miller)

August 12, 2016 10:58 a.m.

KNF breaking new trail to Snowshoe Lakes

August 12, 2016 10:55 a.m.

Eureka man charged with assault, leaving the scene

August 12, 2016 10:54 a.m.

Clifford Eugene Auge, 54, of Libby

August 12, 2016 10:46 a.m.

Diana Maria Allen, 72, of Libby

August 12, 2016 10:45 a.m.

Arnold Eugene Kelly, 85, of Libby

August 12, 2016 10:37 a.m.

Libby local hired as fifth-grade teacher

August 12, 2016 10:29 a.m.

Libby School District renews interlocal agreement

August 12, 2016 10:18 a.m.

Lincoln County Sheriff's blotter

August 12, 2016 10:16 a.m.

Troy schools lower mill rate for coming year

August 12, 2016 10:12 a.m.

HUTTON HOEDOWN: History revived through family reunion

August 12, 2016 10:11 a.m.

Troy Public School schedule

August 12, 2016 10:09 a.m.

Libby Public School schedule

August 11, 2016 6:21 p.m.

Ell View

View from the "L" April 16, 2016. (Jennifer Hock/for The Western News)

August 11, 2016 5:38 p.m.

Hutton Six

The road leading from the house to the county road which now faces Rawlings Tracts.

August 11, 2016 4:08 p.m.

Le Tour Keck

The mother-daughter team of Madison Keck, left, and Tammy Keck aboard a Giordano Viaggio tandem approach the turnout on the Forest Development Road overlooking Libby Dam 2.8 miles into their 83-mile ride. (From Missoula) (Le Tour 2014) (Paul Sievers/The Western News)