Tuesday, February 28
New Libby dispensary offers alternative relief
Over recent years, it’s been a slow-going back and forth for medical marijuana in Montana, but since voters and the courts approved medical marijuana last year, a new dispensary has set up shop near Libby and they’re looking to stay.
Stitching community ties
A winter pastime for many women of Lincoln County, quilting has become much more than a hobby for the members of Tender Lovin’ Quilters in Troy. The club, founded in 1993, hosted it’s annual Quilting 101 class on Saturday morning at the Troy Methodist church.
Lady Trojans, coaches, celebrating despite loss
Despite the Lady Trojans elimination from the Divisional Tournament, basketball coach Justin Young, who was recently selected to coach a girls all-star team, is proud of his team.
Kallista Quinn James
Kallista Quinn James was born on Dec. 3, 2016 at 6:50 p.m. to Mindy and Kyle James. She weighed 5 pounds, 6 ounces at birth. She was delivered by Dr. Gregory Rice and Sherry Bushnell. Kallista joins older brother Connor James, 24. Her paternal grandparents are Larry and Cheryl James of Libby and maternal grandparents are Don and Marcie Redeker of Minden, Nevada.
Lady Loggers end season at Divisionals
The Lady Loggers had a slow start at Divisionals that they never recovered from.
Trojans fall short of state
Entering the Divisional Tournament, the Trojans fell right away against Missoula Loyola on Thursday, 45-89.
Loggers fall at Divisionals
The Loggers’ season came to a close at the Divisional Tournament on Friday.
Local high schooler nominated for award
By ELKA WOOD
Man who alledgedly stabbed girlfriend with butter knife pleads not guilty
Daniel Leggins, 21, pleaded not guilty to assault with a weapon, a felony in court on Monday.
Stakeholders bring conservation and harvest together
I grew up the son of a logger in the timber industry. Since I was 12 years old, I would be out there working, first with a branding hammer and paint, all the way up to running the processor. During those years, I saw the two factions at war: conservation vs. harvest, and knew that neither side could afford to look beyond their own agenda for fear of losing too much ground and never being able to recover. But things are very different now.
Get behind the Blackfoot Clearwater Stewardship Project
It is refreshing to see such a home-grown Montana solution to what could have been — and is sometimes in other places — a messy and contentious forest management situation. I’m referring to the collaborative solution of the Seeley-Ovando area called the Blackfoot Clearwater Stewardship Project.
Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness bring the midwinter movie back
Submitted by Sandy Compton
Hunter Education classes scheduled for Troy, Plains, and Polson/Ronan/Pablo
Spring Hunter Education Classes have been scheduled for a number of communities in northwest Montana. All hunter education classes are free of charge.
Lincoln County Library schedule
Submitted by Rick Ball
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center named 2017 top 100 critical access hospital
Submitted by Kate Stephens
New Rodeo Committee formed
Join the Libby Chamber of Commerce, as they discuss the new Kootenai River Stampede on March 2, 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Libby Chamber of Commerce
Libby man sentenced for having marijuana
A Libby man pleaded guilty Feb. 15 to having a marijuana pipe without a medical license.
Eileen M. Morey
Eileen M. Morey, 85, of Libby, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 at home. She was with family and friends and will be missed for a lifetime.
Some late season endings need 2016 hunting and trapping licenses
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds wolf and mountain lion hunters, and some trappers, who still plan to head afield that they need a 2016 hunting or trapping license to close out the seasons that are now in progress.
Spring turkey license application deadline
Montana’s spring male turkey hunting season begins April 8 this year. The deadline to apply for a Montana spring turkey license in some Montana counties is March 2.
Lady Trojans advance, Trojans fall
While no further stats were available by press time for the Troy Trojan and Lady Trojans District Basketball games, the boy’s team lost to Loyola 89-45, and the Girls team won to Loyola 67-47.
Family-run restaurant with black bear twist
Small town eateries provide a place to linger over a cup of coffee, a place to meet friends even when you didn’t know you were going to, a place to mourn, contemplate and celebrate.
Troy elementary students become 'super for a day'
By ELKA WOOD
Local fire chief celebrates 45 years of service
He is loved by his crew, has responded to thousands of fires throughout his career, and has no plans for retirement - even after 45 years .
HB2 will cut Medicaid
My name is Antoinette Newman and I live in the Good Samaritan Society Mountain View Manor nursing home in Eureka. Right now our State House of Representatives is considering House Bill 2, Section B.
Abestos lawsuit claimants voice frustration over settlements
After the recent announcement that Cascade County District Court Judge John Kutzman approved the $24 million settlement for 1,000 amphibole asbestos victims in the area, claimants from that settlement and past settlements have voiced how little comfort the money gives them.
Liberals are going through the 'terrible twos'
So what did you expect from the liberals after Trump was elected? Did you think they would act like good sports and, while not affirming the President’s agenda, they would be deferential to the will of the citizens of the U.S. allowing the President to go forward on his agenda with some sort of courtesy and respect? Not a chance! The “swamp” has too much money, power and control inside of it and the “swamp critters” who have feasted there for decades will not give up their comfy confines easily. Their “temper tantrums” will pass but not before they do unending damage to their own political party and our nation in general.
Chester Glen Fifield
Chester Glen Fifield, 88, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 21, 2017. He passed away at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby after a long struggle with heart disease and asbestos.
Sandra Lee Blow
Sandra Lee Blow passed away on Feb. 18, 2017 at her home in Libby Mont. surrounded by her family, after a short battle with cancer. She was born on Aug. 11, 1946 to Ralph and Rene Hildreth in Shelby, Mont. She was the middle daughter of Ralph and Rene. She attended schools in Shelby, where she met Herb Cook. They were married and had four children. Sandy and Herb moved to Libby, where she lived out the rest of her life. They later divorced. Sandy then met and married Gary James Blow and they had one son, blending two families into one.
Jerry Robert Johnston
Jerry Robert Johnston, known by many of his family and friends as “JJ” passed away on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 from Esophageal Cancer. JJ was born on December 10th, 1950 in Libby, Montana to parents, Joseph Lindsay and Lillian Beatrice Evert Johnston.
Ellen Rose Day
Ellen Rose Day, 65, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017 at her home on Angel Island in Troy. She was born on Sept. 15, 1951 at Spokane, Wash. to George and Nancy Dodge. She grew up in the northwest part of the United States. She graduated from West Valley High School in Spokane in 1969.
Unite for youth represents Lincoln County at national leadership forum
Lincoln County Unite for Youth (UFY) Chairman Dave Ginther joined thousands of substance abuse prevention and treatment specialists from across the country in Washington D.C. Feb. 6-9 for CADCA’s (Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America) 27th National Leadership Forum.
Vote by mail legislation causes a debate
In the upcoming special election to replace Ryan Zinke’s seat, a new ballot is being considered by the state legislature that would allow people to vote through the mail.
Interview with the husband of murdered woman
It’s apparent that at least one party in a recent murder investigation isn’t, or wasn’t telling the truth — but one party can no longer speak up.
Libby woman charged with two assaults
A Libby woman has been charged with assaulting her mother and neighbor.
Woman arrested in Libby for drug charges
A Billings woman was arrested in Lincoln County Sunday and charged with driving with a suspended license and possessing a marijuana pipe.
Paul Fredrick Fred Henke
Paul Fredrick “Fred” Henke, M.D. passed away at home unexpectedly on Feb. 15, 2017, from complications of pneumonia in the arms of his beloved “Ms. Jinger.”
To anyone who will stop long enough to read this
The storm expected to meet or exceed previous records had already launched its first wave sometime during the early hours of Feb. 3 and by first light of that same day, I was admitted to Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. I watched for the next six nights and seven days as the unrelenting snows obliterated the grids which had defined streets from sidewalks and rooftops from landscapes. Then came the winds and the ice and collapsed roofs and fallen trees and power outages.
The target of the Border Adjustment Tax is you
“On life support,” says U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX)of the “Border Adjustment Tax,” proposed during last year’s GOP presidential primaries by U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) and backed by Speaker of the House Paul Ryan (R-WI). If the idea is indeed dead, American workers and consumers should heave a sigh of relief. It’s a very bad idea, in more ways than one.
Legals February 28, 2017
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Intent to Transfer Location of Air Quality Permit (Pursuant to Section 75-2-211, MCA, and ARM Title 17, Chapter 8, Subchapter 7, PERMIT, CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF AIR CONTAMINANT SOURCES). SCHELLINGER CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. (Name of Applicant) will file on or about 2/24/17 (Date) a notification of intent to transfer location of an air quality permit with the Permitting and Compliance Division/ Air Resources Management Bureau of the Montana Department of Environmental Quality. Applicant seeks approval of its transfer of location of Crusher #2 (Brief Description of the Equipment for Which the Permit was Issued) Air Quality Permit #4070, 2624, 3257, 4207 to Section 27, T33N, R34W, Lincoln County (location, section, township, range & county) 1/2mile east of HWY 2 near the turn off to Yaak River Road. (physical address or general location) The division must approve or disapprove the permit transfer within 30 days of receipt of a complete notice of intent. Any member of the public with questions or who wishes to review a copy of the permit and the division's analysis of it, or to submit comments on the change of location must contact the division at 1520 East Sixth Street, P.O. Box 200901, Helena, Montana 59620-0901 - phone (406) 444-3490. Any comments on the location transfer must be submitted to the division within 15 days after the date of this publication. Published In The Western News February 28, 2017 MNAXLP
Friday, February 24
Yaak murder update: Three search warrants executed in Idaho
Three search warrants have been filed regarding the suspected murder of Travis Gillett — whose body was found on Jan. 16 in the Yaak and deemed a homicide shortly after.
Legals February 24, 2017
Donna Anderson PO Box 873 Troy, MT. 59935 (406)295-7809 Montana 19th Judicial District Court Lincoln County Cause No DG-16-13 Notice of Hearing on Guardianship of Minor Child In the Matter of the Guardianship of E.T.A. Paul Anderson, Donna Anderson Petitioner(s) This is notice that Petitioner(s) asked to become the guardian(s) of a minor child. The hearing will be on 3/6/17 at 11:00a.m. The Hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lincoln County Date: January 27, 2017 Tricia Brooks Clerk of District Court By: Jen Brown Deputy Clerk of Court Published In The Western News February 10, 17, 24, 2017 MNAXLP
Wednesday, February 22
Meeting for lunch for over 20 years
By BETHANY ROLFSON
Fire department receives high rating
By BETHANY ROLFSON
Operation Flower Creek complete
Residents, county officials and the town can take a breath of relief after a flood threat has passed.
Yaak Winterfest draws a crowd
The Yaak Winter Festival attracted spectators from near and far alike, mostly for the famouse outhouse races on Sunday afternoon.
Three Troy Schools employees win awards
Three locals, who have dedicated their time and effort to education, have been honored with three separate awards.
Dewey L. Counts
Dewey L. Counts passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on Monday, Feb. 13, 2017. He was born July 30, 1936.
June Arline Cotter
June Arline Cotter, 90 of Glasgow, Mont. passed away peacefully in Billings. on Wednesday Feb. 15, 2017. Bell Mortuary is assisting the family and services will be held at a later date.
Bits of Montana Wisdom Part 3 of 5
Do you sometimes think the state is being inundated with new ways, and we are losing the real Montana? In some places perhaps yes, but most of the state is still the Montana we have always known and perceived. It is only in a small percentage of the state’s mass where this change has actually taken place.
Lady Trojans take tournament title
Lady Trojans come home with Championship Trophy in District Tournament
Trojans lose twice, will advance to divisionals
Although the Lady Trojans defeated the Bigfork Valkyries on Saturday, the Trojans lost to the number one team in the district 21-68.
Loggers split matches at districts
The Loggers are going onto divisionals after splitting their matches during districts last week.
Lady Loggers edged in both games during districts
The Libby Lady Loggers lost by a hair on Saturday night against the Lady Lions, bringing them to fourth place going into districts.
Senior Center March menu
Mar. 1 — Lunch: Grilled tuna sandwich, tomato soup, salad and cookies.
Rod and Gun Club meeting Tuesday
A Libby Rod and Gun Club meeting will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the clubhouse, where elections will be held and discussion on the Grizzly Bear delisting.
GasBuddy update for February 20
Average retail gasoline prices in Montana have not moved in the past week, averaging $2.31 per gallon yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 615 gas outlets in Montana.
Library to host book sale
The Libby Friends of the Library monthly Book Sale will be held on Friday, March 3 at the Libby Library from 10:15 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Fine arts to meet Thursday
The Libby Fine Arts will meet from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday Feb. 23 at the Treasure Manor meeting room, 610 Treasure Ave.
Prayer group monthly meeting this week
The Community Prayer Group will meet Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the upstairs community room at First Montana Bank, 504 Mineral Ave., Libby.
'Sonshine Concert' coming to Assembly of God
The Libby Ministerial Association will be sponsoring their bi-annual mid-winter Sonshine Concert Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church.
Author of 'An Air That Kills' dies at 74
Andrew Schneider, 74, acclaimed investigative reporter and public-health journalist, died Friday.
Juanita May Randolph Hudson
Death is inevitable. It is what one does with the gift of life that matters. Juanita May Randolph Hudson entered this life on December 17, 1929 in Edgerton, WY. She was one of five children born to Gertrude and Glenn Randolph. She attacked life with a sense of adventure and strength. She married Douglas Sheffler when she was a young girl and worked beside him on the little piece of property overlooking the Kootenai River.
Area elk management meetings scheduled
A series of public meetings in Northwest Montana will focus on elk hunting regulations and season setting. Region One Wildlife Program Manager Neil Anderson noted that the meetings are part of an early start to the hunting season setting process. The meetings will include:
Fed up with lack of compensation for ARD
We are former residents of Libby, we spent 10 years there. Like with most folks there Jeff was diagnosed with an ARD, we have been going through the legal process to get some relief for this condition, we were wondering how everyone else feels about the dollar amounts being offered. It doesn’t seem right to be offered so little for a condition that effects so many. With me I was pulled from work in March of 2016, I had to forfeit my CDL due to being on oxygen during any phisycal activity. I don’t know about the rest of you but when this condition gets you, you would think that the companies we worked for would give a damn about us, but as we are learning our lives aren’t worth much.
Weakness is always conquered
Do socialists, communists and/or Islamists have the right to conquer America by whatever means?
Chamber of Commerce announces two new board members
The Libby Area Chamber of Commerce announced on Friday the addition of two new members, Liz Whalen and Kaide Dodson, to the Chamber’s board of directors.
Public lands are worth fighting for
On Jan. 30, more than 1,000 Montanans squeezed into the Capitol building to tell our elected officials in Helena and Washington, D.C.: Keep public lands in public hands.
Mike Cuffe: notes from Helena on govenor's proposals
Infrastructure funding ranks high on the list of bills rolling through the 65th Legislature, and they remain big in my life at the Capitol. Bridges, roads, water and sewer systems, school projects and more.
Friday, February 17
Officials rally to stop ice jams
Operation Flower Creek commenced on Tuesday, and all week excavators have been travelling up the channel to dig away ice formations which have, at intervals, stopped the creek from flowing into the Kootenai River.
Former Western News owner McMahon passes away
Former Western News owner Howard Markley “Mark” McMahon, 88, died Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017, in Davis, Calif., with his family at his side.
Historic old high school roof collapses
Just shy of its 100th birthday, a building that’s been a high school, elementary school, community college and once promised to become condos — a building that was once spared from a wrecking ball and the source major lawsuit — had part of its roof collapse this week.
Man held on $100,000 bond for assault charges
A Libby man is being held on $100,000 bond after allegedly stabbing his girlfriend with a butter knife.
No headline
Feb. 14, 5:30 a.m. — Caller advised that the garbage truck hit her parked car.
Local high school students Create Radio PSA
Submitted by Amy Fantozzi, Lincoln County Public Health Educator Specialist
Glacier Insurance sponsors motivational speaker
Submitted by Kim Peck
Reports from around the globe
Having read on a blog about the arrest of a 62-year-old breeder and trainer of dogs for handicapped people and children in Libby, I repeated the blog and got responses from people in about seven different countries who had read the news. Cathie, a 35 year veteran breeder/trainer was arrested and jailed for allegedly running a puppy mill. During the raid there was one puppy on premises and it was not for sale.
Lady Loggers C-team ends series with a win
Submitted by Tony Smith
Kathryn Krueger
Our beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Kathryn Lee Krueger, died Feb. 10, 2017 in Noxon, Mont. Born March 30, 1951 to Florence(Cis) and Ronald Nelson, she would later be adopted by Elroy Herrmann and became a child of a blended family of eight. She attended Whitefish Public Schools and graduated high school in 1970. She then attended cosmetology school in Spokane, Wash.
Troy Trojans make divisional cut
Less than a week after the Lions defeated Troy 49-34, the Trojans came back with a vengeance which helped them move on to the district tournament.
Rachel Hendrickson
Rachel Hendrickson was born on Feb. 11, 2017 at 9:25 p.m. to Amanda Gasdova and Rory Hendrickson. Rachel weighed 8 pounds and 6 ounces at birth and was 20 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Brian Bell.
Connor Maroney
Connor Maroney was born on Feb. 9, 2017 at 9:00 p.m. to Chanel and Joe Maroney. Connor weighed 9 pounds and 6.9 ounces at birth and was 21 inches long. He was delivered by Dr. Brian Bell.
Keeley Radakovich
Keeley Radakovich was born on Feb. 7, 2017 at 9:39 a.m. to Chelsi and Roby Radakovich. Keleey weighed 7 pounds and 6.8 ounces at birth and was 18 1/2 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Jana Hall.
Sophia Ehlenfeldt
Sophia Ehlenfeldt was born on Jan. 26, 2017 at 4 a.m. to Cassandra Alexander and Tyler Ehlenfeldt. Sophia weighed 5 pounds and 5 ounces at birth and was 18 3/4 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Brian Bell.
Choice Card Program held on March 2
Choice Card Program will be held at the Libby VFW Post 1548 on March 2, 2017, at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Kevin Ginter, Spokane Veterans Affairs, Choice Champion.
Yaak Winter Festival coming this weekend
In the long winter, a local Yaak business has been putting on a “very-Yaak” event for the past four years that promises music, spaghetti, a pageant and cross-country skiing, but it wouldn’t be complete without outhouse races.
Quilting 101 comes to Troy
Submitted by Tammy Anderson
Bits of Montana wisdom part 2
Have you ever wondered how certain Montana places, rivers and towns got their unusual or just plain unfathomable names?
Ice-fishing class for women in Kalispell
The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program is sponsoring an ice fishing class on Feb. 17 and 18.
Troy kindergarten enrollment 2017-2018
Submitted by Diane Rewerts, W.F. Morrison Elementary Principal
Former Commissioner reappointed to state board
Marianne Roose, retired Lincoln County Commissioner was just reappointed to serve on the Montana Board of Public Assistance.
Legals February 17, 2017
Donna Anderson PO Box 873 Troy, MT. 59935 (406)295-7809 Montana 19th Judicial District Court Lincoln County Cause No DG-16-13 Notice of Hearing on Guardianship of Minor Child In the Matter of the Guardianship of E.T.A. Paul Anderson, Donna Anderson Petitioner(s) This is notice that Petitioner(s) asked to become the guardian(s) of a minor child. The hearing will be on 3/6/17 at 11:00a.m. The Hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lincoln County Date: January 27, 2017 Tricia Brooks Clerk of District Court By: Jen Brown Deputy Clerk of Court Published In The Western News February 10, 17, 24, 2017 MNAXLP
Tuesday, February 14
Rapunzel comes to Troy
The Missoula Children’s Theatre came to Troy last week to put on a production of “Rapunzel.”
Greenchain finishes seventh, comes home with state champion
It’s official: a name will be added to the wall at Libby High School.
Libby senior appointed to U.S. Air Force Academy
Last Wednesday, U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester congratulated Colin Maloney, a Libby High School senior on his appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy.
KNF unveils Capitol Christmas Tree logo
By BETHANY ROLFSON
Boxers pave way to produce Libby's first olympic athlete
Two Libby boxers went down to Hamilton this weekend to fight in the third annual Dean Walrod Smoker, their first match affiliated with team U.S.A.
Darlene Faye Louise Wall
Darlene Faye Louise Wall was born on Feb. 3, 2017 to Kimberly Vargas and Johnathan Wall.
Libby woman caught with large amount of drugs pleads not guilty
By BETHANY ROLFSON
CC's ice cream shop to host soft openning
Jim Hayes, former Libby Chamber of Commerce President, has announced the soft opening on Tuesday of CC’s ice cream and old fashioned candy shop right on Mineral Avenue.
Libby man pleads not guilty to drug charges
A Libby man pleaded not guilty on Monday to criminal possession of dangerous drugs, a felony, and possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor.
United by Our Public Lands Legacy
The end of the election season and the beginning of the year offer a welcome opportunity to put politics aside and work across the aisle on what matters most to Montanans. While we may not always agree on the details, Montanans believe in sharing the responsibility for developing strong, vibrant communities while protecting what sets our state apart from so many others — a wealth of public lands and wild places.
Free the land
The forest stakeholders or whatever they call themselves, are nothing special, since all citizens of the U.S. are stakeholders of all U.S.F.S. lands.
Come to our cancer support group
I am hoping that you will run this open letter to cancer patients of Libby and Troy in my attempt to start a Cancer Support group. This group is a vital importance to those of us who need someone to lean on for support. Someone who knows what they are going through on a daily basis. Anything you can do to assist me in this effort will be deeply appreciated.
Storm shows thankfulness
They say Being an Emergency Manager, a public servant, is a thankless job — after what I have seen during this Snowstorm, I am utterly THANKFUL that I live here in Lincoln County and I work with the folks that I work with because the snow event has proven that we are a true community and that we do care about all those in Lincoln County.
No headline
Feb. 10, 12:15 a.m. — An individual reported his girlfriend missing. She was last seen around 9 p.m. and all of her belongings are still in the hotel.
Shopko announces diaper give-away
Submitted Megan McCarl, Shopko Associate
Mission rolls past Trojans
Despite a comeback in the second half, the Troy Trojans were ultimately outscored by Mission on Saturday 82-65.
Loggers fall to Pirates in close game
By BETHANY ROLFSON
Lady Loggers dominate against Polson
By BETHANY ROLFSON
Smart Driver Courses for March
A Smart Driver Course will take place at the Summit in Kalispell from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 18. Walk-ins welcome. For a reservation, call 751-4500.
Locals named to MSU-Northern's Dean's List
Zachary Crace and Ryan McCabe of Libby achieved honors on the Montana State University-Northern’s Fall semester Dean’s List. They are listed alongside 373 students.
Gas prices suspected to rise
Average retail gasoline prices in Montana have risen 0.3 cent per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.31 per gallon yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 615 gas outlets in Montana.
Foodie Film Fundraiser for Troy Farmers Market
Submitted by Shawna Kelsey
Blood drive scheduled for Feb. 16
The next American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Feb. 16, 11 a.m.— 5:30 p.m. at the VFW, 114 West 2nd Street. To schedule an appointment, call Gloria Byrnes 293-5233. Walk-ins are welcome.
Legals February 14, 2017
PUBLIC OPPORTUNITY TO PROTEST TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP MONTANA ALL-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSE Red Dog Saloon, LLC. (Members: Bruce Edward Mohr, Lisa Ellen Mohr) has applied to transfer a Montana All-Alcoholic Beverages License No. 56-999-4325-001 to be operated at Red Dog Saloon, 6788 Piper Creek Road, Libby, Lincoln County. The public may protest this license in accordance with the law. Who can protest this license? Protests will be accepted from residents of the county of the proposed location (Lincoln), residents of adjoining Montana counties (Flathead, Sanders), and residents of adjoining counties in another state if the criteria in 16-4-207(4)(d), Montana Code Annotated (MCA), are met. What information must be included? Protest letters must be legible and contain (1) the protestor's full name, mailing address, and street address; (2) the license number (56-999-4363-001) and the applicant's name (Red Dog Saloon, LLC.); (3) an indication that the letter is intended as a protest; (4) a description of the grounds for protesting; and (5) the protestor's signature. A letter with multiple signatures will be considered one protest letter. What are valid protest grounds? The protest may be based on the applicant's qualifications listed in 16-4-401, MCA, or the grounds for denial of an application in 16-4-405, MCA. Examples of valid protest grounds include: (1) the applicant is unlikely to operate the establishment in compliance with the law; (2) the proposed location cannot be properly policed by local authorities; and (3) the welfare of the people in the vicinity of the proposed location will be adversely and seriously affected. How are protests submitted? Protests must be postmarked to the Department of Revenue, Office of Dispute Resolution, P.O. Box 5805, Helena, Montana 59604-5805 on or before February 24, 2017. What happens if the license is protested? Depending on the number of protests and the protest grounds, a public hearing will be held in Helena or Libby. All valid protestors will be notified of the hearing's time, date and location. Hearings typically are scheduled within 90 days. A protester's hearing testimony is limited to the grounds in the protester's letter. Following the hearing, the Department of Revenue will notify the public whether the license transfer is approved or denied. How can additional information be obtained? The cited MCA statutes are online at leg.mt.gov/bills/mca_toc/. Questions may be directed to Patty Kautz, Compliance Specialist for the Department of Revenue's Liquor Control Division, at (406) 444-0017 or PKautz@mt.gov. Published In The Western News February 7, 14, 2017 MNAXLP
Monday, February 13
Flower Creek Task Force mobilizing
As of noon, Feb. 12, 2017, the Flower Creek Task Force made up of responders, elected officials, city/county employees, law enforcement officers, contractors among other officals met to discuss options for ice jam mitigation measures, according to a press release issued Monday by the Lincoln County Emergency Management
Friday, February 10
State of emergency declared in Lincoln County
Governor Steve Bullock issued an executive order on Friday declaring a state disaster to exist on the Blackfeet Nation and in Glacier and Lincoln Counties, and authorized the National Guard and expenditure of funds to assist with community health and safety.
South Lincoln County weather creates hazards
A portion of Troy’s Bull Lake Fire District station’s roof collapsed on Wednesday, according to Gerald Wallace, treasurer of the Bull Lake Fire District.
Bringing Christmas trees to the Capitol: The grand endeavor
By BETHANY ROLFSON
Domestic abuse survivor channels past pain into helping others
Editor’s note: The Western News published an article on Jan. 31 titled “Lincoln county domestic violence in numbers.” Susan Berry, a survivor of domestic violence, came forward to The Western News this week wanting to tell her story of abuse and a 15-week class called “Her Journey” she’s bringing to Libby and Troy to help others in abusive relationships.
Lady Loggers rally to win against Thompson Falls
Seeing that Thompson Falls was leading 13-12 in the first quarter, the Lady Loggers rallied and piled on 23 points in the second, entering the second half 35-18 and leading them to a 59-34 victory Tuesday night.
Lady Trojans' finish top regular season, the first time in over 10 years
The Lady Trojans’ 37-33 victory over Eureka on Tuesday night locked up a district title for the girls.
Trojans fall to Lions
The Trojans may have gained some momentum in their home game against Eureka on Tuesday night, but the Lions defeated the Trojans once again — 49-34.
Loggers edge Thompson Falls
Despite Thompson Falls catching up to the Libby Loggers in the fourth quarter, the Loggers secured the win with a final score of 48-45.
Bits of Montana wisdom Part one
With winter gripping Montana, let us point out that the national record for cold in the lower 48 states – 70 degrees below zero – was documented right here in Montana at 2 a.m. on Jan. 20, 1954, on the west side of Roger’s Pass near Helena. It’s also worthwhile to mention that the chilliest time of any day is just prior to sunrise, so there’s a good chance that by 6 a.m. it was significantly colder, but minus 70 was the thermometer’s lowest mark. So we were close to and may have even have tied the U.S. national record of negative 80 established at Fort Yukon in Alaska.
KVCS Honor Roll for Second Quarter
First Grade
Students perform at All Star Choir
Kristen Lindgren, Karley Kurle, Mikalyn Zeiler, Jasmin Snyder, Raiven Mathiason and Ashlee Willett were selected to attend the University of Montana All Star Honor Choirs event in Missoula Feb. 3-5. The students sang and performed under the direction of Dr. David Edmonds (U of M Vocal and Choir Director) and Dr. Christopher Aspaas from TSU (Tarleton State University) in Ft. Worth, Texas.
Acacia Webb
Acacia Webb was born on Jan. 30, 2017, at 3:07 p.m. to Maggie Henry and Ryan Webb. She was 7 pounds at birth and was 19 1/4 inches. Acacia was delivered by Dr. Jana Hall.
Skylar Stone
Skylar Stone was born on January 31, 2017, at 6:05 a.m. to Alanna Cornell and Jared Stone. She weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces at birth and was 20 inches long. Skylar was delivered by Dr. Brian Bell.
Howard Howie Jacob Schnackenberg
Howard “Howie” Jacob Schnackenberg was born Monday, Jan. 16, 2017 (arriving on his daddy’s birthday) to Jared and Christina Schnackenberg at 11:21 a.m. at St. Peter’s Hospital in Helena.
Dear residents of Swanson Lodge Road
This letter is to the concerned residents on Swanson Lodge Road; Shelly Warrick, Rainy Roth, Kim Flasche, Monica Carter and Rich Alvarado. While all of your concerns are valid, I have to ask if you have gone to meet Dan Silberman and his family? Have you tried to befriend them and get to know them?
Libby woman arrested for intent to distribute drugs
A Libby woman is being held on $100,000 bond for two counts of criminal possession of dangerous drugs with intent to distribute after a significant amount of meth and heroin was allegedly found in her backpack.
Astronomy club meeting scheduled
The Kootenai Stargazers Astronomy Club will meet Friday, Feb. 17, 6 p.m. at the McGlasson home at 324 White Ave, Libby.
Pioneer Society to meet Sunday
The Pioneer Society will meet on Feb. 19 at 1 p.m. at the Nazarene Church Fellowship Hall.
Libby locals make it on Montana Tech Dean's List
Isaak Jones and Wyatt Postlethwaite of Libby have been placed on the Honor Roll Dean’s List for the fall semester 2016 at Montana Tech in Butte, Mont.
Troy Schools Honor Roll
7th Grade
No headline
Feb 1, 9:15 a.m. — A caller reported someone hit her vehicle and left the scene.
Troy Mine seeks to reduce soil cap
Troy Mine Inc. has submitted an application to amend their mine operating permit with the Department of Environmental Quality. The proposed amendment would adjust the reclamation requirements for the tailings storage facility of the Troy Mine. The current reclamation plan requires placement of 18 inches of soil on the tailings storage facility. The proposed amendment would reduce the required soil cap to 8 inches.
Daines disgraces Montana
Twice in one day, Senator Steve Daines has disgraced Montana.
Dig Out Day
A red-shafted flicker was drumming outside as I left to go ice fishing early Friday morning. They say each one has it’s own drumbeat. It had started snowing early that morning, and it did not stop for several days. The fish weren’t biting real good, and the snow kept coming. I laid one beautiful rainbow on the ice and lost one.
Reasons not to elect Gianforte
As many of you already know we have an upcoming special election to choose Rep. Ryan Zinke’s successor. This will be the first U.S. Congressional race in the Trump era and Montana voters have a unique opportunity to have their voices heard nationally.
Legals February 10, 2017
Donna Anderson PO Box 873 Troy, MT. 59935 (406)295-7809 Montana 19th Judicial District Court Lincoln County Cause No DG-16-13 Notice of Hearing on Guardianship of Minor Child In the Matter of the Guardianship of E.T.A. Paul Anderson, Donna Anderson Petitioner(s) This is notice that Petitioner(s) asked to become the guardian(s) of a minor child. The hearing will be on 3/6/17 at 11:00a.m. The Hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lincoln County Date: January 27, 2017 Tricia Brooks Clerk of District Court By: Jen Brown Deputy Clerk of Court Published In The Western News February 10, 17, 24, 2017 MNAXLP
Tuesday, February 7
Top-tier snow event hits Lincoln County
On Monday morning, many Lincoln County residents woke up to nearly three feet of new snow.
From 'hero' to 'monster' Domestic abuse survivor tells story
Editor’s note: The Western News published an article on Jan. 31 titled “Lincoln County domestic violence in numbers.” Lynette Haines, a survivor of domestic violence, came forward to The Western News last week wanting to tell her story of abuse and how she was saved by law enforcement. She wanted to tell her story in hopes of commending the law enforcement officers who saved her life and to remember Sheena Devine, a victim of domestic violence who was murdered by her boyfriend last year.
Libby man pleads not guilty to assault charges
A Libby man pleaded not guilty on Monday for a third or subsequent offense of partner or family member assault, a felony.
Troy man pleads not guilty to assault, drugs charges
A Troy man pleaded not guilty this week to partner family member assault, a misdemeanor, and possession of dangerous drugs, a felony.
Greenchain advances to state tournament
The Libby Greenchain came home with third place in the Divisional Seeding Tournament and seven of their wrestlers are going to state.
Loyola outscores Loggers
Despite Ryggs Johnston scoring four three-pointers for the Loggers, Loyola ultimately took home the win on Friday in a close game of 53-60.
Lady Loggers shoot past Loyola
The Libby Lady Loggers continually piled on points during their 55-34 victory against Loyola Friday.
Trojans fall to Bigfork
The Troy Trojans suffered a 70-18 loss over the weekend against the division’s top team, Bigfork.
Lady Trojans roll past Valkyries
Despite the Valkyries upping their game in the second half, the Lady Trojans took hold of the win on Saturday 46-35.
Shannon Thomas
Shannon Thomas went to be in the Arms of Our Savior on Jan. 31, 2017. She was born May 20, 1966, in Libby. She enjoyed working as an EMT and with the Ambulance Crew. She loved to visit the lake house, shooting traps and spending time with family. She was a great cook and loved gourmet cooking.
No headline
Feb 1, 9:15 a.m. — A caller reported someone hit her vehicle and left the scene.
Libby Fine Arts meeting this Thursday
The Libby Fine Arts will hold their meeting on Thursday, Feb. 9 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Treasure Manor meeting room at 610 treasure Ave.
UM Jazz Ensemble cancelled due to weather
Submitted by Patty Rambo
Bow and arrow license requirements reminder
Submitted by Joleen Tadej
Open Fields enrollment open in nearby counties
Submitted by Joleen Tadej
Local students place in district and regional spelling bees
The following students competed in the Association of Christian Schools International District and Regional Spelling Bees on Friday, Jan. 27.
CMPC gives back in more ways than healthcare
Submitted by Sydney Williams
Kenneth Charles Burdick
Kenneth Charles Burdick passed away at his home in Eugene, Ore. on Jan. 28, 2017, at the age of 69. Ken was born Oct. 3, 1947, in Fort Benton to Robert Ford (Bob) and Gladys Elizabeth (Betty) Burdick. He grew up in Libby graduating from Libby High School in 1965. He attended Montana State University earning a B.A. in philosophy in 1969. While attending MSU he met his beloved wife, Kay. They were married in June 1969. He went on to attend Boston University School of Theology, earning a Master of Divinity degree in 1972. He subsequently served United Methodist churches in Townsend and Whitehall, Mont. In 1979 Ken and Kay moved their family to Eugene, Oregon. He was employed by Eugene Coin and Jewelry for the past 35 years. Throughout his years in Eugene, he was an active member in the Trinity United Methodist Church.
Legals February 7, 2017
PUBLIC OPPORTUNITY TO PROTEST TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP MONTANA ALL-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSE Red Dog Saloon, LLC. (Members: Bruce Edward Mohr, Lisa Ellen Mohr) has applied to transfer a Montana All-Alcoholic Beverages License No. 56-999-4325-001 to be operated at Red Dog Saloon, 6788 Piper Creek Road, Libby, Lincoln County. The public may protest this license in accordance with the law. Who can protest this license? Protests will be accepted from residents of the county of the proposed location (Lincoln), residents of adjoining Montana counties (Flathead, Sanders), and residents of adjoining counties in another state if the criteria in 16-4-207(4)(d), Montana Code Annotated (MCA), are met. What information must be included? Protest letters must be legible and contain (1) the protestor's full name, mailing address, and street address; (2) the license number (56-999-4363-001) and the applicant's name (Red Dog Saloon, LLC.); (3) an indication that the letter is intended as a protest; (4) a description of the grounds for protesting; and (5) the protestor's signature. A letter with multiple signatures will be considered one protest letter. What are valid protest grounds? The protest may be based on the applicant's qualifications listed in 16-4-401, MCA, or the grounds for denial of an application in 16-4-405, MCA. Examples of valid protest grounds include: (1) the applicant is unlikely to operate the establishment in compliance with the law; (2) the proposed location cannot be properly policed by local authorities; and (3) the welfare of the people in the vicinity of the proposed location will be adversely and seriously affected. How are protests submitted? Protests must be postmarked to the Department of Revenue, Office of Dispute Resolution, P.O. Box 5805, Helena, Montana 59604-5805 on or before February 24, 2017. What happens if the license is protested? Depending on the number of protests and the protest grounds, a public hearing will be held in Helena or Libby. All valid protestors will be notified of the hearing's time, date and location. Hearings typically are scheduled within 90 days. A protester's hearing testimony is limited to the grounds in the protester's letter. Following the hearing, the Department of Revenue will notify the public whether the license transfer is approved or denied. How can additional information be obtained? The cited MCA statutes are online at leg.mt.gov/bills/mca_toc/. Questions may be directed to Patty Kautz, Compliance Specialist for the Department of Revenue's Liquor Control Division, at (406) 444-0017 or PKautz@mt.gov. Published In The Western News February 7, 14, 2017 MNAXLP
Friday, February 3
Former city attorney facing possible suspension
By BETHANY ROLFSON
Coldwell hired as county administrator
As of Tuesday afternoon, Troy Mayor Darren Coldwell is the new county administrator.
ARP funding granted
As of Friday, the freezing of new grants on the Environmental Protection Agency was lifted, and on Monday the EPA granted the Asbestos Recourse Program a 60 day extension on their current grant that was set to expire at the end of January.
Local spreads smiles with a snow creation
A snow sculpture has been turning heads on Louisiana Avenue.
Lincoln County Libraries receive new vehicle for interlibrary loan program
This month is National Library Lovers month, and the local libraries are celebrating more than just books.
Lady Trojans dominate against Stillwater
On Tuesday, the Troy Lady Trojans came out firing in the first quarter against Stillwater Christian, and kept piling on through the game, finishing 56-38.
UFY to host film on drug abuse
Submitted by Amy Fantozzi
Montana Athletic Club under new ownership
The Montana Athletic Club is under new ownership as of Feb. 1.
Libby middle and high school first quarter honor roll
7th Grade
MWA offers free, guided hike for veterans
Submitted by Grete Gansauer
Yaak Winter Festival schedule of events
Following is the schedule of events for the Yaak Winter Festival on Feb. 17-19.
No headline
Jan. 26, 8:30 a.m. — A caller reported they had information on someone who may be an absconded sex offender.
Aven Jay Munro-Arnold
Aven Jay Munro-Arnold was born on Jan. 25, 2017 at 6:52 a.m. to Shae Munro and William Arnold at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. He weighed 8 pounds, 2.5 ounces and was 20 and ½ inches long at birth. He was delivered by Dr. Brian Bell.
Murray Smith, Jr.
Murray Smith, Jr. was born on Jan. 17, 2017 at 6:53 p.m. to Murray and Nikiesha Smith at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. He weighed 8 pounds and was 20 inches long at birth. He was delivered by Dr. Jana Hall.
Self Help Law Program February schedule
The representative from the Self Help Law Program will be at the Lincoln County Courthouse, second floor, in the law library on Feb. 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to provide free forms and information on legal resources to self-represented litigants in the areas of divorce, name change, stepparent adoption, custody, child support, debt collection, eviction and more. Walk-ins are accepted but appointments are encouraged. Please call (406) 758-2496 to schedule an appointment to see the representative.
Former Troy principal receives award
Mr. John Konzen from Troy was recently named by the Montana Association of Elementary and Middle School Principals (MAEMSP) as the recipient of the 2017 Friends in Education Award at the 66th annual MAEMSP Winter Conference held Jan. 25-27, in Great Falls.
Students chosen for mentorship program
Submitted by Kate Stephens
David L. Bennett
Former 16-year Libby resident, David Lefever Bennett, 82, passed away Dec. 5, 2016 in Longview, Wash. He was born July 5, 1934 in Pontiac, Mich, to James Blaine Bennett and Lois Lefever Bennett.
Wildlife do overgraze
In the guest column “Bison should be able to roam, not reduced”, the author argues that wildlife does not overgraze, only cows. Further, the author demonstrates an apparent belief in the hypothesis of “Natural Regulation” or intra specific competition. A hypothesis that, an overwhelming amount of documentation, demonstrates is not working in Yellowstone National Park.
Gunderson lays out Montana's Action Plan
Legislative Day 22 has come to a close! The Legislature is running “full steam ahead” right now, bills are coming into the committees and onto the Floor faster and faster. If it’s busy for me and getting harder to keep track of all the bills here in Helena, I can only imagine what it is like for those of you back home watching and keeping track over 300 miles away. Maybe I can help a bit by condensing what we are doing into a smaller sound bite.
Mugshots are public information
Submitted by Jim Rickman of the Montana Newspaper Association, written by Missoulian staff
Legals February 3, 2017
C. Mark Hash Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP Attorneys at Law 136 1st Ave. W., P. O. Box 1178 Kalispell, MT 59903-1178 (406) 755-6919 Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY In The Matter of The Estate of PANSY JUANITA HURD, Deceased Cause No. DP-16-80 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be either mailed to Emily Heil, Personal Representative by certified mail, return receipt requested, c/o Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP, Attorneys at Law, P.O. Box 1178, Kalispell, Montana 59903-1178, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED December 3, 2016. Emily Heil, Personal Representative Personal Representative's Attorneys: Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C. Mark Hash Published In The Western News February 3, 10, 17, 2017
