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“Going out with a Bang”

Not many motorcyclists are hit head on by a car at 130 miles per hour impact, thrown 150 feet and live to tell the tale.

Legals December 30, 2016

GRANT S. SNELL ASHLEY A. DI LORENZO CROWLEY FLECK PLLP 1667 Whitefish Stage Road P. O. Box 759 Kalispell, MT 59903-0759 Telephone: (406) 752-6644 Facsimile: (406) 752-5108 Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY Hon. James B. Wheelis District Court Judge Cause No.: DP-16-66 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CAROL HELEN JONES, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Brian Jones, Personal Representative, certified return receipt requested, at c/o Grant S. Snell or Ashley A. Di Lorenzo, Crowley Fleck PLLP, PO Box 759, Kalispell, Montana 59903-0759, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. Dated this 5th day of December, 2016. BRIAN JONES, Personal Representative Carol Helen Jones Estate CROWLEY FLECK PLLP P. O. Box 759 Kalispell, MT 59903-0759 By GRANT S. SNELL ASHLEY A. DI LORENZO Attorneys for Personal Representative Published In The Western News December 30, 2016 January 6, 13, 2017 MNAXLP

Christmas Eve miracle and Montana Angels

When you live in the Pacific Northwest you know it can get snowy and I have learned to drive in the snow.

Kirkwood pleads not guilty to drug charges

By SEABORN LARSON

Man charged in assault incident

Travis Robert Schopp, 26, on Dec. 28 pleaded not guilty to felony charges of negligent vehicular assault.

$100,000 lottery ticket sold in Troy

After a winning powerball ticket was sold in Libby less than a month ago, another ticket, this time worth $100,000, was sold in Troy.

Man pleads no contest to felony endangerment charges

A Libby man pleaded no contest on Dec. 28 to charges of criminal endangerment after allegedly firing a rifle at his wife’s vehicle.

2016 in review

JANUARY

County Commissioners agenda for 2017

Everything from the nonpartisan-election change to the EPA leaving, the upcoming year seems packed for the Lincoln County Commissioners.

Libby Dam update

Due to a shift in priority of power needs, Libby Dam will reduce outflow and target the flood risk management elevation target of 2,411 feet, set by the December Water Supply Forecast of 8.9 MAF. In early January, flows will increase back to powerhouse capacity of approximately 26 kcfs. The daily flow changes are described below:

Kenneth L. Frost

Kenneth L. Frost, 77, of Eureka, died on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016 at Brendan House in Kalispell.

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Dec. 20, 10 a.m. — Libby Volunteer Fire responded to a 911 of a chimney fire on Westland Road.

Troy School District spring semester calendar

Jan. 3 — 8:15 a.m. — College Panel Assembly-Morning Assembly Schedule

Libby Greenchain wins against Bonners Ferry

Buddy Doolin (103), Dylan Yeadon (113), Trey Thompson (126), Reed Christensen (132) and Tim Carvey (152) all posted pins to guide Libby to a nonconference dual win over Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Bluehawks def. Trojans 63-39

The Troy Trojans made their way to Thompson Falls last week, but were defeated by the Bluehawks.

Lady Trojans rally against Bluehawks

The Troy Girls basketball team managed to defeat Thompson Falls, despite having a close first and final quarter.

Turner Mountain opens for the season: A time to laugh, a time to ski

Submitted by Jay Forsyth

Lady Loggers “C” Team goes into the holiday season undefeated

Submitted by Coach Tony Smith

Clay Hunter Edgmon

Clay Hunter Edgmon, 20, is at peace after passing on Dec. 22, 2016.

Mary Adelia Rouhier

Mary Adelia Rouhier, 87, passed away on Dec. 21, 2016 at the Libby Care Center. She was born on July 14, 1929 in Nampa, Idaho. She was the first of five children. Her parents were Leo F. Hostetler and Katie B. (Easter) Hostetler.

Wayne Haines to retire after 58 years of service

The First Montana Bank in Missoula announced on Dec. 22 that Board Director, Wayne Haines, will retire on Dec. 31, 2016, after 58 years of service to the organization, according to a press release.

FVCC steadily growing

The spring semester at Flathead Valley Community College in Lincoln County is set for Jan. 17, with a deadline to apply on Jan. 9.

John C. Navarro

John C. Navarro, 32, of Libby passed away at his home on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016 of natural causes. Services for John will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016 at Schnackenberg & Nelson Funeral Home, 422 W 2nd St in Libby. A full obit will follow in a later edition.

Local students feeling the spirit of giving

Recently, the Christian Logger Athletes at Libby High School participated in a “Be E-Free” campaign. Through the campaign, they gave up all of their electronic devices, even cell phones, and were able to raise just over $2,200 to shop for their fellow students who may have not gotten Christmas presents without their help. So far, they’ve been able to purchase and wrap 17 gifts through their campaign.

Troy Snowmobile Club 10 years strong

The Troy Snowmobile Club, one of the four snowmobile clubs in the county, has been around for over 10 years.

Food pantry gives out over 100 Christmas baskets

The Libby Food Pantry gave out over 100 Christmas baskets on Wednesday to families in the area.

Elizabeth (Betty) Streckel

Elizabeth (Betty) Steckel, 82, long time Libby resident, left this world to be with her Lord on Dec. 20, 2016 at the Libby Care Center after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on Oct. 8, 1934 at Stevens Point, Wisconsin to Rudolph and Elizabeth (Galloway) Steckel.

Bobcat season to close in Trapping District 1, fisher season to close in portions

By order of the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission the season for trapping of all bobcats in Trapping District 1 in northwestern Montana will close at midnight on the evening of Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016. The season for taking fisher in portions of Trapping District’s 1 and 2 of northwestern Montana will also close at midnight on the evening of Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016.

Gregory Deloss Harrison

Gregory “Greg” Deloss Harrison, 69, of Libby, passed away on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 2016. He was born on July 27, 1947 in Missoula. In 1960, the family moved to Libby where his father, Floyd, managed Johnie’s Auto Parts and his mother, Marcella, operated Marcy’s Beauty Shop. Greg attended Asa Wood Elementary and graduated from Libby High School in 1965.

Legals December 27, 2016

NOTICE The Montana Department of Revenue, Liquor Licensing, announces the availability of one Montana Retail On-Premises Consumption Restaurant Beer and Wine License for the Libby area. The Libby area includes the incorporated city/town of Libby and that portion of Lincoln County situated within five miles of the incorporated city/town limits. The license cannot be used to conduct any gaming or gambling activity on the premises. 16-4-420(1)(c), MCA If we receive more applications than there are available licenses, we will hold a lottery drawing. If you want to apply for one of the licenses, you must submit a lottery application. The lottery application is online at revenue.mt.gov under Liquor Control. On the application, list the name of the applicant(s) including all potential owners, corporate stockholders, all partners of a partnership, and all members of a limited liability company. This application is due no later than January 6, 2017. We will not consider late, unsigned, or incomplete applications. ARM 42.12.406 We can accept only one lottery application per person for this area. A "Person" as defined in the Administrative Rules of Montana is any individual, firm, partnership, limited liability company, corporation, or association. If a lottery is necessary, the drawing will take place in Helena to determine who can apply for this license. We will notify applicants of the date, time, and place for the drawing. Applicants do not need to be present to be chosen. Those chosen in the lottery drawing must to submit a license application within 30 days. The license application needs to have ownership information identical to what was listed on the lottery application. ARM 42.12.406(7). New licensees must meet the legal criteria of a license as outlined in the Montana Alcoholic Beverage Code and the Administrative Rules of Montana. Questions, Call toll free (866) 859-2254 (in Helena, 444-6900). Mail or fax your completed Lottery Application to: Montana Department of Revenue Liquor Control Division PO Box 1712 Helena, MT 59624-1712 Fax 406-444-0722 http://revenue.mt.gov/home/ liquor Published In The Western News December 6, 13, 20, 27, 2016 MNAXLP

Ada M. Krizan

Our beloved mother/grandmother/great-grandmother, Ada M. Krizan, 89, of Libby was called home to be with our Heavenly Father on Dec. 17, 2016. She was born June 26, 1927. She passed in the arms of her loving granddaughter, Becca. She is now soaring with the eagles as Heaven’s gained a new angel. She is survived by her brother Art Foxford; sons John and Doug Reimiller; daughters Rebecca Olney and Paula Krizan; grandchildren Rebecca and Nicole Krizan, Alexandria Grover, Amber Groves, Zach Ranahan, Jeff Reimiller and his two sons; and the “Sunshine’s of Her Life” Caleb Krizan, Xander Olney-Davidson, Daenerys Nash, Starlynn Skye Mayberry, Anthony Cocavalie, Jr. and many more grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Archery Club to meet

Libby Archery Club will be holding a meeting Jan. 5 at 7p.m. at the archery range at Lincoln Lanes.

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“Dear Santa” Letters from Troy Elementary students

Dear Santa,

Health board officially restructured

All three cities have appointed members to the recently-restructured Lincoln County City-County Board of Health as of Wednesday.

Winners of FSPW photo contest announced

Submitted by Sandy Compton, FSPW coordinator

Area students feel the spirit of giving

Recently, the Christian Logger Athletes at Libby High School participated in a “Be E-Free” campaign. Through the campaign, they gave up all of their electronic devices, even cell phones and took pledges for a sacrifice. Through the campaign, they were able to raise just over $2200 to shop for their fellow students who may have not gotten Christmas presents without their help. So far, they’ve been able to purchase and wrap 17 gifts through their campaign.

State reps ready for spring term

With the tightening budget for Montana on everyone’s mind, Representatives Steve Gunderson and Mike Cuffe are already bracing for the long session ahead.

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Dec. 16, 12:05 a.m. — A caller reported a bay door open a building on Michigan Avenue, unable to contact responsible, will continue patrol in area.

Libby Loggers defeat Troy Trojans

On Tuesday, the Libby Loggers were able to hold down the court for a 51-26 victory against the neighboring Troy Trojans.

Lady Loggers take win over Troy, 47-46

The crowds on both side were making all kinds of noise when the time ran out on Troy’s clock on Tuesday. The game ended with the Lady Loggers having a one-point lead 47-46 over the Lady Trojans, handing the Troy girl’s team their first loss of the season.

Letters to Mr. Grinch from Libby Elementary School

Dear Mr. Grinch,

Overwhelmed by kindness and generosity

It is with grateful hearts we thank the beautiful people of the Libby-Troy community for the response to “O Come All Ye Faithful”, our Christmas presentation last weekend at the Maki Little Theater. Those in attendance were full of the giving spirit of Christmas from their glowing compliments to performers to generous monetary donations. We are overwhelmed by this kindness as we dedicate over $1,000 to the Troy Food Pantry in memory of Sue Grabinski. Thanks, also, to those on stage and off who graciously shared their time and talents to make such a delightful performance possible by telling the Christmas Story in music and the Spoken Word.

Legals December 23, 2016

AFTER RECORDING, PLEASE RETURN TO: Hendrickson Law Firm, P.C P.O. Box 2502 Billings, MT 59103-2502 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at Trustee's Sale on the 21st day of February, 2017, at 1:30 o'clock p.m., at the front door of Lincoln County Courthouse, Libby, Montana, is the following property: Lots 12, 13 and 14 of Block 3, Leonard Addition to Libby, according to the map or plat thereof in file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana; together with all buildings, fixtures and improvements thereon and all water rights, rights-of-way, easements, rents, issues, profits, income, tenements, hereditaments, privileges and appurtenances thereunto belonging, used or enjoyed with said property, or any part thereof. Pennie L. Gustin, as Grantor, conveyed the above-described property to First American Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to United States of America acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture, as Beneficiary, by Trust Indenture, dated October 4, 2005, and recorded on October 4, 2005, in Book 299, on Page 401, under Document No. 188425, records of Lincoln County, Montana. The Trustee in the Trust Indenture was replaced by a Successor Trustee, namely, Mark E. Noennig, the undersigned. The default in the obligation, the performance of which is secured by the aforementioned Trust Indenture, and for which default this foreclosure is made, is the failure by the Grantor, or other person owing an obligation, or by their successors-in-interest, to pay the monthly installments of $570.06 each due thereunder on the 4th day of each of the months of April, 2016, through May, 2016, and to pay the monthly installments of $643.71 each due thereunder on the 4th day of each of the months of June, 2016, through October, 2016, which is applied to principal and interest and to an escrow account if established for other obligations under the Trust Indenture, late charges which are 4.00% of principal and interest more than 15 days in arrears, currently $50.58, attorney's fees and foreclosure costs, currently $1,236.00, advances for obligations under the Trust Indenture, currently None for a current total default of $5,645.25, together with accruing late charges, advances, and expenses of foreclosure, including attorney's fees and costs. There is presently owed on the obligation secured by the Trust Indenture the principal sum of $76,051.88 plus interest thereon at the rate of 5.375% per annum from the 4th day of March, 2016, until paid, or $11.1994 per day, currently a total of $2,396.66, late charges and advances for obligations under the Trust Indenture, currently 1,010.24, payoff fee in the amount of None, together with recapture of total subsidy granted, currently in the amount of $8,393.71; attorney's fees and costs, currently $1,236.00, for a current total indebtedness of $89,088.49. Other expenses to be charged against the sale proceeds include accruing late charges, escrow shortages, if any, attorney's fees and costs, and expenses of foreclosure and sale. The Beneficiary has elected to sell the above-described property to satisfy the aforementioned obligation and has instructed the undersigned Trustee to do so. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash. The conveyance will be by a Trustee's Deed, made "as is," without representations or warranties, express or implied, including warranties of title, possession or encumbrances. The purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The sale may be postponed up to 15 days for any reason by public proclamation at the scheduled sale. If there is a stay by bankruptcy or court order, the sale may be postponed up to 30 days at a time by public proclamation, for a total of no more than 120 days. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, may pay to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the Trust Indenture and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney's fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default theretofore existing. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED this 4th day of October, 2016. MARK E. NOENNIG, Trustee P.O. Box 2502 208 North Broadway, Suite 324 Billings, Montana 59103-2502 STATE OF MONTANA ) :ss County of Yellowstone ) On this 4th day of October, 2016, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public for the State of Montana, personally appeared MARK E. NOENNIG, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity as Trustee. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my Notarial Seal the day and year first above written. SARAH LACEY ROSE Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at Billings, Montana My commission expires: 6/27/2018 Published In The Western News December 16, 23, 30, 2016 MNAXLP

Libby Tennis team earns a spot on the Wall of Fame

The State B Boys Tennis Champs 2016 flag, the only one of it’s kind on the wall of the Loggers’ gym, was unveiled during the Libby Loggers basketball games on Saturday.

FVCC will change your life

I recently completed a certificate course at Flathead Valley Community College, Lincoln County Campus. There are many different certificate courses to choose from and you can complete them right here in Libby.

A thank you

Merry Christmas and a big thank you to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department, Libby Police Department, Libby Volunteer Fire Department, Libby Volunteer Ambulance and Search and Rescue. How well they respond when needed 24/7 all year round.

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Dec. 14, 6:00 a.m. — A woman dialed 911 asking the time. Dispatch asked if she was OK and she then hung up.

Man pleads guilty to pot-related charge

A 27-year-old Libby man has pleaded not guilty to drug charges after Montana Highway Patrol reportedly found more than 120 grams of marijuana in his car.

Eugene L. Scalf

Eugene L. Scalf, 75, died on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016 at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby. He was born on May 28, 1941 at Weed, California to Clifford and Thelma (Reese) Scalf. Gene attended schools in Redding, California. He enlisted in the U.S. Army 4th Infantry Division. Gene started working in construction after his military service. He married Sandra Shepard, Sept. 4, 1966 in Reno, Nevada. They moved to Libby in late 1967 and Gene went to work on the Libby Dam. He worked for Morrison Knudsen Construction for over 40 years. He retired in 1994. Gene loved fishing and hunting.

Troy Trojans hold off Noxon

The Troy Trojans battled against the Noxon Red Devils last week, walking away winners with a final score of 59-40.

Trojans hand Red Devils a crushing defeat

Although the Troy teams did not get to play their games against Loyola on Saturday, they did rule the court in their games against Noxon on Thursday.

Loggers win one and lose one over weekend

The Libby Loggers triumphed over Thompson Falls on Friday, with a final score of 51-42, but lost to Bigfork 50-67.

Lady Loggers split matches over weekend

On Thursday, the Lady Loggers took down Thompson Falls, with a final score of 47-29.

Officials sworn in this week

Three county officials were sworn in on Monday, sparking the dawn of a new era for the County Commissioners and District Court.

Shop with a Cop brings smiles to children

This year marked the fourth year law enforcement from Libby and Troy came out to shop with kids from the Libby and Troy elementary schools for Shop with a Cop.

Turner Mountain expected to open soon

Turner Mountain is all geared up for opening day, estimating they will open this weekend.

Situation Trump

Former CIA Chief Mike Morell has deemed newly elected President Donald Trump an “unwitting agent” of Russian President Vladimir Putin. ISIS leaders and the Shia Iran have collectively stated that Trump will weaken America and allow the Islamic domination of the west. The Russian Kremlin and a few European leaders have declared that Trump will make America more like Russia.

Birding: It's not just about the birds

“I’m a birder till death,” Gene Reckin said the day before he ventured out for an entire day of bird watching. The low temperature he’d see the next day would be negative eight, and he’d be outside from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thank you, Flathead Electric

On behalf of the Heritage Museum in Libby, I would like to thank all the businesses and individuals who have contributed to Flathead Electric’s “Roundup for Safety” program. This program fosters a safe environment for our communities. The Heritage Museum’s fire alarm system was inspected this year and found to be not in compliance with the 2012 International fire Code approved fire protection plan. The Museum needed $3,877 to complete the work to make the building compliant. Upon application to the Roundup for Safety Program, Flathead Electric awarded $2,000 toward the Museum’s total bill. The work on the alarm system has now been completed and the Museum building is again in compliance with code. Visitors to the Museum, during the recent Holiday Bazaar and Open Houses, were in a safer environment. In addition, the artifacts that are preserved in the Museum, for the historical education of future generations, are adequately protected.

Legals December 20, 2016

NOTICE OF SALE FOR STATE SCHOOL TRUST LAND The Dept. of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) will offer the following parcel of state land located in Lincoln County, for sale at public auction on January 25, 2017 at 1:00 p.m., at the DNRC Unit Office located at 177 State Lands Office Road, Libby, MT, under terms and conditions provided herein. Sale No. 832 Acres: 1.00 Legal Description: Lot in NW1/4NW1/4NW1/4NE1/4, Section 36, T34N-R25W Minimum Bid for Land: $12,000 Value of Improvements on Property: $75,000 Location: 19483 US Highway 93 South, Stryker, MT 59933-0049 BID PARTICIPATION A bid packet containing an Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form and Invitation to Purchase State Land at Public Oral Auction and General Terms & Conditions for Sale is available on the website: http://dnrc.mt.gov/cabinsitesales or from DNRC upon request. For Open House dates go to http://dnrc.mt.gov/cabinsitesales. All persons wishing to participate in the auction, on or before January 5, 2017, must submit a bid deposit in the form of a certified check made payable to DNRC equal to five percent (5%) of the minimum bid indicated for that parcel. In addition, an Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form must be completed and submitted with each bid deposit. Failure to submit the Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form as provided herein will prohibit participation in the auction. All Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Forms and payments must be sent to the address shown below. DNRC, Attn: Alex Ceaicovschi, PO Box 201601, 1539 11th Ave., Helena, MT 59620-1601, (406) 444-1445 or aceaicovschi@mt.gov. TERMS OF SALE for SALE No. 832: 1. The improvements and any other personal property on the cabin/home sites are owned by the lessee or other 3rd party. The successful bidder shall be required to pay the appraised value of the improvements in addition to the purchase price of the cabin/home site determined by the highest bid at the auction in accordance with M.C.A. 77-2-318. 2. The minimum acceptable bids for the land are the values indicated above. 3. The parcel will be sold to the high bidder of that parcel. However, the current lessee of the parcel shall retain the option to exercise their preference right for purchase by matching the high bid for that parcel. If that right is exercised, the lessee will be deemed the purchaser of the parcel. If the preference right is not exercised, the high bidder shall be deemed to be the purchaser. The high bidder will be responsible to pay the lessee for the value of improvements located on the property. 4. In addition to the purchase price for each parcel and the purchase of the improvement, the purchaser shall also be responsible for the following costs (if applicable to that particular sale) including, but not limited to: Advertising, Appraisal, Filing fees, Water Right Transfers, Cost of Closing. All inquiries, bid deposits, or requests for forms are to be sent to: DNRC, Attn: Alex Ceaicovschi, PO Box 201601, 1539 11th Ave., Helena, MT 59620-1601, (406) 444-1445 or aceaicovschi@mt.gov. Published In The Western News November 29, December 6, 13, 20, 2016 MNAXLP

Longest Night Candle Light Service

Submitted by Pastor Caron Disney

A local young wrestler earns title at multi-state championship

Libby couple open intimate restaurant

An experienced chef and Libby local has announced the completion and opening of his and his wife’s new Mediterranean, intimate restaurant.

Wrestlers roll their way to two wins

On Tuesday, the Libby Greenchain came away with two victories.

Forest management project draft available

The Fortine Ranger District on the Kootenai National Forest has developed a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Ten Lakes Travel Management Project. The project area is located north and east of Eureka, Montana and includes 64,177 acres. The project boundary contains the Ten Lakes Wilderness Study Area (WSA).

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Dec. 9, 2:30 a.m. — A caller advised that there was a loud party in the parking lot on Commerce Way.

Libby saxophone player to join northwest All State band

A local musician has received top honors by being selected to participate in a multi-state divisional band.

Jimmie Powell Rogers

Jim Powell Rogers passed away suddenly on Dec. 9, 2016 in his sleep of natural causes. He was born on Sept. 15, 1942 to Warren and Sarah Powell Rogers in Tacoma, Wash.. At that time he had one older sister Beatrice (Bea) with a younger sister Deanna (Dea) born seven years later. He always joked that we were the bookends and he wouldn’t argue with the bookends.

2017 Capitol Christmas Tree will come from the Kootenai

It’s official: Northwest Montana will supply an extra member to the Treasure State’s delegation in Washington, D.C., next Christmas.

Man pleads not guilty to theft, drug charges

A Eureka man on Monday pleaded not guilty to felony theft and drug possession.

Celebrating and wondering

Many people are celebrating the recent introduction of a bill into Congress that would protect the Idaho portion of the Scotchman Peaks area as Wilderness. Idaho Senator Risch introduced the bill into Congress on Dec 8. There is good reason to believe it will pass into law next year, with the support of the entire Idaho delegation of four Republicans.

A little history on the U.S. Electoral College

Back in 1969, by a whopping vote of 339 – 70, Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives united to pass legislation to do away with the Electoral College.

President-elect Trump: The new Whig president

As someone who served as a Republican delegate from Pennsylvania during the 2016 election, and as a professor of political science and presidential history, I have some fresh political-historical observations untangled from partisan gossip about Donald Trump and his future presidency. It seems likely that Donald Trump, based on his policy announcements for his first 100 days, is very much in line with Whig presidents of the 1800s.

Lawrence “Larry” Edgar Hutton

Lawrence “Larry” Edgar Hutton died peacefully at home on Dec. 11, 2016 in Anchorage, Alaska at the age of 79.

Larson retires after two years as County Commissioner

This week marked the last time County Commissioner Greg Larson of the Troy District would ever sit at the table during Lincoln County Commissioner meetings.

World champion unicyclist imparts life lessons at KVCS

Spinning in circles, dancing, riding down a flight of stairs backwards, juggling fire, all the while riding unicycles that range in height from five to 10 feet in front of a room full of elementary-school kids.

Retiring IT Director gives county a to-do list

In his last “hoorah,” the Lincoln County IT Director handed in his “recommendations for future IT Initiatives.”

Legals December 16, 2016

AFTER RECORDING, PLEASE RETURN TO: Hendrickson Law Firm, P.C P.O. Box 2502 Billings, MT 59103-2502 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at Trustee's Sale on the 21st day of February, 2017, at 1:30 o'clock p.m., at the front door of Lincoln County Courthouse, Libby, Montana, is the following property: Lots 12, 13 and 14 of Block 3, Leonard Addition to Libby, according to the map or plat thereof in file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana; together with all buildings, fixtures and improvements thereon and all water rights, rights-of-way, easements, rents, issues, profits, income, tenements, hereditaments, privileges and appurtenances thereunto belonging, used or enjoyed with said property, or any part thereof. Pennie L. Gustin, as Grantor, conveyed the above-described property to First American Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to United States of America acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture, as Beneficiary, by Trust Indenture, dated October 4, 2005, and recorded on October 4, 2005, in Book 299, on Page 401, under Document No. 188425, records of Lincoln County, Montana. The Trustee in the Trust Indenture was replaced by a Successor Trustee, namely, Mark E. Noennig, the undersigned. The default in the obligation, the performance of which is secured by the aforementioned Trust Indenture, and for which default this foreclosure is made, is the failure by the Grantor, or other person owing an obligation, or by their successors-in-interest, to pay the monthly installments of $570.06 each due thereunder on the 4th day of each of the months of April, 2016, through May, 2016, and to pay the monthly installments of $643.71 each due thereunder on the 4th day of each of the months of June, 2016, through October, 2016, which is applied to principal and interest and to an escrow account if established for other obligations under the Trust Indenture, late charges which are 4.00% of principal and interest more than 15 days in arrears, currently $50.58, attorney's fees and foreclosure costs, currently $1,236.00, advances for obligations under the Trust Indenture, currently None for a current total default of $5,645.25, together with accruing late charges, advances, and expenses of foreclosure, including attorney's fees and costs. There is presently owed on the obligation secured by the Trust Indenture the principal sum of $76,051.88 plus interest thereon at the rate of 5.375% per annum from the 4th day of March, 2016, until paid, or $11.1994 per day, currently a total of $2,396.66, late charges and advances for obligations under the Trust Indenture, currently 1,010.24, payoff fee in the amount of None, together with recapture of total subsidy granted, currently in the amount of $8,393.71; attorney's fees and costs, currently $1,236.00, for a current total indebtedness of $89,088.49. Other expenses to be charged against the sale proceeds include accruing late charges, escrow shortages, if any, attorney's fees and costs, and expenses of foreclosure and sale. The Beneficiary has elected to sell the above-described property to satisfy the aforementioned obligation and has instructed the undersigned Trustee to do so. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash. The conveyance will be by a Trustee's Deed, made "as is," without representations or warranties, express or implied, including warranties of title, possession or encumbrances. The purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The sale may be postponed up to 15 days for any reason by public proclamation at the scheduled sale. If there is a stay by bankruptcy or court order, the sale may be postponed up to 30 days at a time by public proclamation, for a total of no more than 120 days. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, may pay to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the Trust Indenture and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney's fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default theretofore existing. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED this 4th day of October, 2016. MARK E. NOENNIG, Trustee P.O. Box 2502 208 North Broadway, Suite 324 Billings, Montana 59103-2502 STATE OF MONTANA ) :ss County of Yellowstone ) On this 4th day of October, 2016, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public for the State of Montana, personally appeared MARK E. NOENNIG, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity as Trustee. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my Notarial Seal the day and year first above written. SARAH LACEY ROSE Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at Billings, Montana My commission expires: 6/27/2018 Published In The Western News December 16, 23, 30, 2016 MNAXLP

Should Trump impose tariffs on China and Mexico?

Should Donald Trump impose a 35 percent tariff on the importation of goods from China and Mexico as he proposes to do once inaugurated? The short answer, for two reasons, is NO.

A Turner Mountain trip

By Brian Baxter

What I am thankful for

The 2016 Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner was such a wonderful dinner that we wanted to make sure to thank each and every one who took part. An undertaking like this would be impossible were it not for all the many people who contributed their time, food, and money to make the event such a success. Our thanks and appreciation also goes to the VFW for the use of their facility, Libby Senior Center for the use of their tables, the Libby Ministerial Association and area churches whose members provided much of the food and volunteer effort, Thrivent Financial for an action team grant, local merchants, and all who helped in any way to make this year’s dinner possible. We both consider it a privilege to be part of such a caring and generous community.

Love, life, and the pursuit of Happy's

Many owners have come and gone, making their mark on a historic, landmark inn, and the current owner is ready to pass on the torch.

CPMC, we thank you for your service

Thank you is all we can say to the excellent care we have received at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. As local residents for 25 years we are indebted to those who have given so much to the vision of such a great facility.

Lady Loggers C Team dominates

The host Lady Loggers went undefeated in the Freshman Basketball Tip-Off Tournament held in Libby on Saturday, Dec. 12. The Loggers, led by nine points from Bridgette Carvey and Syd Geir each, defeated the Troy Lady Trojans 32-9, and later in the day won over the Sandpoint Bulldogs 36-11. In the second game, the Loggers were led by Syd Geir with 17 points, and another nine points from Bridgette Carvey. Sheyla Gallagher and Zoie Spady each contributed five points against Sandpoint. In the first contest Ali Synder shot 100 percent from the field, scoring four points.

Lady Loggers lose twice over weekend

On Friday and Saturday at the Shelby tip-off tournament, the Libby Lady Loggers took two defeats in their games against Florence and Belt

Lady Trojans slay Cougars

The Troy Lady Trojans dominated over Stillwater Christian last Thursday.

Loggers take down Huskies in overtime

By BETHANY ROLFSON

Trojans lose to Cougars

The Troy Trojans were ultimately defeated by Stillwater Christian last Thursday after retaliating in the third quarter.

Troy man held on $500,000 bail after drug charges

A Troy man is being held on $500,000 bail after he was arrested last week for allegedly distributing dangerous drugs.

And so, winter arrives in Montana

Just found out a friend is fishing in the Bahamas.

Libby business sells $50,000 powerball ticket

The winning $50,000 Montana Powerball ticket was sold at Rosauers in Libby.

Insurance agency recognized for charity

Thomas J Wood Insurance Agency Inc. in Libby has earned a 2016 Safeco Insurance Make More Happen Award for its community work with Wings Regional Cancer Support, according to a press release issued Friday.

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Road department expanding in Troy

Lincoln County officially purchased a property in Troy for the county road department to expand.

Local business owner is happy to be back home

A love of baking and of Libby came together at last for this new business owner.

Wresting team takes home big win at tourney

Libby’s wrestling season is looking up this year, as they take home a big win from a tournament this weekend.

An old mistake comes back to haunt commissioners

“It’s messy — government is messy.”

Chamber luncheon at Venture Inn

There will be a Chamber Luncheon at the Venture Inn on Dec. 14 at noon. They will have the Libby High School Jazz Band, Christmas Carols.

Legals December 13, 2016

NOTICE OF SALE FOR STATE SCHOOL TRUST LAND The Dept. of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) will offer the following parcel of state land located in Lincoln County, for sale at public auction on January 25, 2017 at 1:00 p.m., at the DNRC Unit Office located at 177 State Lands Office Road, Libby, MT, under terms and conditions provided herein. Sale No. 832 Acres: 1.00 Legal Description: Lot in NW1/4NW1/4NW1/4NE1/4, Section 36, T34N-R25W Minimum Bid for Land: $12,000 Value of Improvements on Property: $75,000 Location: 19483 US Highway 93 South, Stryker, MT 59933-0049 BID PARTICIPATION A bid packet containing an Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form and Invitation to Purchase State Land at Public Oral Auction and General Terms & Conditions for Sale is available on the website: http://dnrc.mt.gov/cabinsitesales or from DNRC upon request. For Open House dates go to http://dnrc.mt.gov/cabinsitesales. All persons wishing to participate in the auction, on or before January 5, 2017, must submit a bid deposit in the form of a certified check made payable to DNRC equal to five percent (5%) of the minimum bid indicated for that parcel. In addition, an Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form must be completed and submitted with each bid deposit. Failure to submit the Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form as provided herein will prohibit participation in the auction. All Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Forms and payments must be sent to the address shown below. DNRC, Attn: Alex Ceaicovschi, PO Box 201601, 1539 11th Ave., Helena, MT 59620-1601, (406) 444-1445 or aceaicovschi@mt.gov. TERMS OF SALE for SALE No. 832: 1. The improvements and any other personal property on the cabin/home sites are owned by the lessee or other 3rd party. The successful bidder shall be required to pay the appraised value of the improvements in addition to the purchase price of the cabin/home site determined by the highest bid at the auction in accordance with M.C.A. 77-2-318. 2. The minimum acceptable bids for the land are the values indicated above. 3. The parcel will be sold to the high bidder of that parcel. However, the current lessee of the parcel shall retain the option to exercise their preference right for purchase by matching the high bid for that parcel. If that right is exercised, the lessee will be deemed the purchaser of the parcel. If the preference right is not exercised, the high bidder shall be deemed to be the purchaser. The high bidder will be responsible to pay the lessee for the value of improvements located on the property. 4. In addition to the purchase price for each parcel and the purchase of the improvement, the purchaser shall also be responsible for the following costs (if applicable to that particular sale) including, but not limited to: Advertising, Appraisal, Filing fees, Water Right Transfers, Cost of Closing. All inquiries, bid deposits, or requests for forms are to be sent to: DNRC, Attn: Alex Ceaicovschi, PO Box 201601, 1539 11th Ave., Helena, MT 59620-1601, (406) 444-1445 or aceaicovschi@mt.gov. Published In The Western News November 29, December 6, 13, 20, 2016 MNAXLP

Oil company to resolve violations

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality announced that Moore Oil Inc. has agreed to resolve violations of the Montana Underground Storage Tank Act that occurred at Moore Oil Inc. Keylock in Libby, according to a press release issued on Tuesday

Howard and Katherine Roush

Howard Allen and Katherine Kay Roush of Libby recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on Dec. 1. with a small family gathering at their home.

Margaret Faye Matthews Schoknecht

Margaret Faye Matthews Schoknecht went home to be with her Lord on Dec. 6, 2016. She was born on Feb. 10, 1928 in Latham, Kansas to Ben and Dorothy Matthews. A Kansas Sunflower Girl born in a Little House on the Prairie with her sister Inez.

Thank you, Nan Miller

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Deadline to Enroll for Jan. 1 Health Insurance Coverage Nears

Montanans seeking individual and small-group health insurance plans have until Dec. 15 to enroll in a plan that will take effect on Jan. 1 and Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance is urging Montanans to shop around now for the plan that best fits their needs and budgets.

The math from Carrier job-saving deal shows the truth

It is interesting to me that no one has done all the math on the Carrier job-saving deal in Indiana.

22nd Annual Festival of Trees Festival Gala

On Saturday, December 10 the Libby Memorial Events Center will host the annual Holiday Gala Fundraising Event.

Snow fall expected this weekend in Libby and Troy area

According to the National Weather Service on Wednesday, south Lincoln County could see anywhere from four to eight inches of snowfall this coming weekend.

A quote for thought

At this time of year, we remember the wonderful Christmas quote from Peter Riga of Houston, Texas: “Jesus did not come to Earth to explain suffering nor to make us understand it nor to take it away. He came to endure it with us to the bitter end and to assure us that we are not alone and that evil does not and cannot have the last word.”

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Many people in the United States are expressing concern over the rise of hatred, hate crimes, bigotry, racism, sexism, and Islamophobia. At the same time, a number of creative nonviolent responses have arisen for addressing discrimination and hatred on the ground. Here are a few stories from the past few weeks.

Tuesday night's fire leaves resident with severe injuries

On Dec. 6, at 11:15 p.m., the Lincoln County Dispatch received a 911 call of a fire on Paul Bunyan Lane. The Libby Volunteer Fire Department and Libby Volunteer Ambulance responded to the occupied house which was fully engulfed in flames.

Understanding grizzly bear management

In some ways, 2016 will go down as a landmark year for grizzly bear management.

Juvenile Detention Facility scrambling with full house

The Juvenile Detention Facility is still suffering from a long string of turnover, and are still working on what the next step is going to be.

Public health reporting increase in norovirus outbreaks

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Dec. 5, 9:30 a.m. — An ambulance and extrication was paged to the Port Authority for a male with his arm caught in conveyor belt. According to Sheriff Roby Bowe, the man was in stable condition when officers arrived on the scene.

Bussiness going 'all out' for Girls Night Out

The fourth annual Ladies Night Out is looking to be the best one yet, according to event organizer Linda Remp.

D*** Confused

While I am d*** mad, why don’t we reexamine our failed effort to create federally funded native nations within our own United States borders. We, tax payers, have supported the native population in a practically perpetual welfare state since the late 1800s. How about just dissolving reservations and assimilating the sovereign native into the rest of America, with all the same rights and privileges as the rest of us Americans. Of course, this would require the removal of special privileges for people whose ancestors were here prior to civilization coming to America. I have English, French and Choctaw native blood, but that gives me no special rights that any other American is not entitled to. Think about it, how long can we continue to be divided by arguments over water, fishing, hunting and land control rights between so called sovereign nations within our nation and the rest of our nation? Are we all Americans or should I use my passport whenever I enter or leave the sovereign reservations? If so, they should have to have a passport to leave their sovereign (countries) reservations!

Lawrence Morrill

Lawrence Morrill, 81, died Nov. 26, 2016 at the Immanuel Lutheran Home in Kalispell. Larry was born April 12, 1935 in Canada and was naturalized in Libby. His first two years of school were at the Manicke one-room schoolhouse near McGinnis Meadows. Later he moved to Troy where his stepfather, Kyle Beebe, was assistant forest ranger in charge of the German prisoners of war. He remembers watching them play soccer, and rescuing him and two other Troy boys from the Kootenai River after they swam to a sandy island and couldn’t get back. His education continued when he moved, during fifth grade, to Libby where he graduated from high school in 1953.

USFS amendment recalled after lawsuit

A recent Forest Service decision in Helena put to end a controversial forest plan amendment that could have set a precedent for other neighboring national forests, including the Kootenai, according to a press release issued by the Western Environmental Law Center on Dec. 6.

Richard “Dick” Lee Nelson, Sr.

Richard “Dick” Lee Nelson, Sr. lost his battle with Alzheimer’s on Sunday Dec. 4, 2016. Dick was born April 4, 1938 in Minnesota, where he lived until he graduated and later married.

Libby man arrested on felony drug charges

William Early Cheney, 34 of Libby, was charged with two counts of criminal possession of dangerous drugs, both felonies, and criminal possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor. If convicted, he could face up to 10 years and six months in Montana State Prison and a maximum $100,5000 in fines. A preliminary hearing has been set for 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 14.

Skiers eager for opening day

Far off the beaten path to ski hills in Northwest Montana, Turner Mountain near Libby offers a relaxed atmosphere with just one lift, a glaring lack of crowds and welcoming vibes from the local ski community.

Libby man sentenced to 30 years for assault, drug charges

(Editor’s note: an incorrect version of this story ran on Dec. 6. That story has been retracted and replaced with this story, which is correct.)

Libby man accused of writing bad checks

A Libby man arrested last month is accused of writing fraudulent checks worth more than $1,000 to businesses in the area.

Legals December 9, 2016

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust ("Deed of Trust") dated 03/12/09, recorded as Instrument No. 217648 Book: 324 Page: 528, mortgage records of LINCOLN County, Montana in which Anna S Tope, a single person was Grantor, Edward Jones Mortgage, LLC was Beneficiary and Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. as Successor Trustee. The Deed of Trust encumbers real property ("Property") located in LINCOLN County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Lot 65 of Pine Bay No. 2, according to the map or Plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk & Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana. Plat #2567 By written instrument recorded as Instrument No. 217649 Book:324 Page:529, beneficial interest in the Deed of Trust was assigned to Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note ("Note") secured by the Deed of Trust because of Grantor's failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust. According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note ("Loan") is now due for the 06/01/16 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter. As of October 13, 2016, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $232,986.32. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $225,508.96, plus accrued interest, accrued late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary's security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction Lincoln County Courthouse, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923, Outside the North door steps, City of Libby on February 27, 2017 at 2:00 PM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier's checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee's deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee's sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee's and attorney's fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all non-monetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee's termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. Tope, Anna S. (TS# 7023.117253) 1002.289092-File No. Published In The Western News December 9, 16, 23, 2016 MNAXLP

Officials still trying to locate missing person

David Thompson Search and Rescue is still looking for an Idaho man who fell into the Kootenai River near the Kootenai Falls, according to Lincoln County Undersheriff Brandon Huff.

From 'Not Trump' to 'Why not Trump?' to 'Let's go, Trump'

I was not an early Trump supporter — as I said many times, I preferred Sen. Rubio — nor was I enamored with his adolescent behavior and thin skin during the campaigns.

When free speech skips school

In 2006, I clipped a “Non Sequitur” cartoon that captured perfectly the mystique that surrounds our nation’s universities. The cartoon pictured a professor ensconced in a cubicle surrounded by an alligator-infested moat — drawbridge up — while one outsider, gazing across the moat, says to another: “We have no idea what he does, which, of course, is one of the great perks of tenure.”

AG joins lawsuit challenging endangered species rules

Montana Attorney General Tim Fox on Nov. 29 joined 16 other states in a federal lawsuit challenging new endangered species regulations they say exceed federal wildlife agencies’ rule-making authority.

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Ella Marie Mann

Ella Marie Mann was born on Oct. 31, 2016 at North Valley Hospital in Whitefish to Kerry Munro Mann and Lucas Mann.

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Community Prayer Group this Thursday

Electric company launches research on solar systems

Flathead Electric has launched an innovative new research project to evaluate the impacts of residential solar systems.

Libby Loggers ready to make it to state

The Libby Loggers basketball team is looking to make it to the state tournament this season with their experienced and versatile team.

Libby man gets 3-year sentence for stalking

A Libby man on Monday was sentenced to three years for stalking a state legislator. As part of a plea agreement, Lincoln County District Judge James Wheelis sentenced Dustin Rounsville to five years in the Department of Corrections with two suspended.

Wrestling team takes third at tip-off tournament

The high school wrestling team took third place during their Havre invite two-day tournament.

90 youth skiers are taking to the hills

Habitat for Humanity celebrating twenty years of building homes

Kootenai Stakeholders still looking to get legislation passed

After a series of open houses in the area, the Kootenai Stakeholders Coalition is still cohesively and collaboratively working to get legislation passed.

Winning based on the popular vote: a new system

The debate has started again as to whether the U.S. Constitution should be amended in order to change the presidential election process. Some promote eliminating the Electoral College in favor of a direct popular vote for president while others believe the Electoral College should remain unchanged. Just as compromise solved the initial problems of the framers so it is that compromise can solve this problem. The solution is to change the electoral votes to electoral points and reward each candidate a percentage of points based on the percentage of popular votes received in each state. This would eliminate the “winner take all” system thus allowing for all the votes to count. A voter is more apt to believe their vote counted when a percentage of popular votes are taken into account rather than the “all or nothing” system currently in existence. Further, this new system would integrate the desire for a popular vote for president with the need for the individual states to determine who actually gets elected.

Christmas Carnival brings Yuletide cheer

While the Libby Christmas tree lighting didn’t go as expected, parents and their kids overlooked the technical difficulties for a chance to have fun.

Silvia Rae

Silvia Rae, was born to Benjamin and Amanda Montgomery on Nov. 20, 2016, in their own home.

Legals December 6, 2016

65-16 609686 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE'S SALE on March 09, 2017, at 10:00 o'clock A.M. (recognized local time) at the Main Door of the Lincoln County Courthouse, located at, 512 California Avenue, Libby, Montana, the following described real property, situated in Lincoln County, Montana: A tract of land in the W 1/2 SE 1/4 of Section 24, Township 31 North, Range 32 West, P.M.M., Lincoln County, Montana and more particularly described on Irregular Plat 600. AND A portion, piece or part of HES No. 444, centrally situated in the SE 1/4 of Section 24, Township 31 North, Range 32 West, P.M.M., this tract is situated in the space between the Southwest boundary of Great Northern Railway right of way and the Northeast boundary of US Highway No. 2, the same extends from the center line of Cedar Creek; thence, Westerly by the original Rankin siding, and is more particularly bounded and described on Irregular Plat #549. Commonly known as: 28057 US Highway 2, Libby, MT 59923 Ernest J. St. Pierre and Helga Cary, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to First American Title Company of Montana, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Jerry D Walden and Debra J Walden, as Beneficiary, by Trust Indenture dated September 13, 2011, and recorded September 16, 2011, in Book 338 Records at Page 773 as Document No. 234738. The Beneficial interest is currently held by Jerry D Walden and Debra J Walden. Ernest J. St. Pierre and Helga Cary have defaulted in the performance of said Trust Indenture by failing to 1) Comply with Paragraph 5 of said Trust Indenture, to pay before delinquent, all taxes, insurance premiums, and assessments affecting the property. Specifically, the second half of 2015 taxes are delinquent 2) Make the monthly payment in the amount of $532.50 due for the 13th day of February, 2016 and a like sum of $532.50 due for the 13th day of each and every month there after, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation, and other charges against the property or loan. As of September 28, 2016 there is due and owing on the loan an unpaid principal balance of $15,804.00, accrued interest in the amount of $536.21, and late fees in the amount of $184.31., for a total amount due of $16,524.52. Interest accrues on the Note at the rate of 4.8% per annum with a per diem rate of $2.08 after September 28, 2016. Interest continues to accrue. All delinquencies are now due together with any late charges, advances to protect the security, and fees and costs associated with this foreclosure. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disperse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. if such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligation secured by the Trust Indenture. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee's fees and attorney's fees, costs and expenses of the sale, and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash at the time of sale. The conveyance will be made by Trustee's Deed. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The Grantor, successor in interest to the Grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, may pay to the Beneficiary to the successor in interest to the Beneficiary the entire amount then due under the Trust Indenture and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney's fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee's sale may be postponed by publication proclamation up to fifteen (15) days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to one-hundred twenty (120) days by public proclamation at least every thirty (30) days. DATED: November 03, 2016 /s/ Kaitlin Ann Gotch, Assistant Secretary for First American Title Company of Montana c/o Title Financial Specialty Services PO Box 339, Blackfoot, ID 83221 STATE OF Idaho ) SS. COUNTY OF Bingham ) On this November 03, 2016, before me, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared Kaitlin Ann Gotch, known or identified to me, to be the Assistant Secretary of First American Title Company of Montana, who is named as the Trustee in the above described Trust Indenture and executed the instrument on behalf of said Trustee, and acknowledged to me that said Trustee executed the same. /s/ Rae Albert Notary Public of Idaho Residing at: Blackfoot, Idaho Commission Expires: 09/06/2022 Published In The Western News November 22, 29, December 6, 2016 MNAXLP

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Nov. 28, 11 a.m. — On U.S. Highway 2, a resident called to report two hound dogs coming over to their residence and they didn’t know who the owners were.

Lady Trojans are back and ready to win

Lady Trojans basketball team is ready to take energy, experience and teamwork to the court this season.

Troy Trojans looking to work hard and have fun

Man charged after allegedly harassing family

By SEABORN LARSON

Resources available for abused women

We need everyone’s help in stopping the senseless violence and deaths in our county. If you hear screaming and possibly physical fighting, call 911! Keep calling every time you hear it.

Christmas tree lighting this weekend

The Libby Christmas Tree was cut down and taken to its location on the end of Mineral Ave. on Tuesday this week.

Cold weather just around the corner

Next week’s temperatures will drop significantly, mixing with the snowfall accumulation over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

Apartment dwellers deserve smoke-free homes, too

Everyone needs a safe, healthy place to live.

FWP to hold public hearings on Quiet Waters Initiative

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will hold public comment meetings around the state in January on proposed rules to limit motorized watercraft use on some of the state’s water bodies.

Fire damages, an estimated $15,000

A fire at a local apartment complex cost an estimated $15,000 in damages when the resident left items on the heating register.

Local “pitiful” theater troup is rich in cheer

This weekend, the Pitiful Players are staging Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.”

Guiding students through conversation

“Youth can never have too many strong mentors in their lives,” Troy High School Principal and Superintendent Dr. Jacob Francom said in March of last year while Troy High School was planning on instituting an adult mentoring program for the high school seniors.

Clerk of Court retires after decades of service

Her name is printed on marriage licenses across the county, her signature on hundreds of court documents, but this week, she embarks on a new journey — retirement.

Dean C. Miller

Dean C. Miller passed away on Nov. 29, 2016 at the age of 87. He was born on July 12, 1929 to Neil and Elsie Miller in Sioux City, Iowa. He had one sister, Darlene and a half brother, Charlie O’Conner. Dean stayed in Sioux City until he graduated from High School in 1947. After graduation, he joined the Marine Corps. He was stationed on the air craft carrier USS Valley Forge as a guard. While the carrier was docked in San Diego, Cali., Dean went to a USO dance in Long Beach. There he met Carolyn Chandler. On September 18, 1949, they were married. Dean and Carolyn had four children, Chris, Kirk, Dane and Sheri.