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Dinner raises nearly $900 for local singer

A spaghetti dinner and silent auction held Wednesday at Libby High School raised around $890 toward helping Libby senior Sophie Lee with the cost for her trip to perform at Carnegie Hall in February.

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Phyllis Joanne McDonald

Phyllis Joanne McDonald, 82, passed away at her home in Libby on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Phyllis was born to the late George and Bernice McNulty on January 8, 1936. The oldest of twelve children, Phyllis was born and raised in Fergus Falls, Minn., and later moved with her family to Troy, Mont.

Mary Yvonne Klingensmith Ovnicek

Vonnie Ovnicek died on Monday, Sept. 17, 2018, in Kalispell. She was born on March 6, 1940 in Billings to Mike and Rose Klingensmith. Con, her husband of 52 years, passed away on July 23, 2018, just 56 days earlier. Vonnie was comforted by her children and brother Richard in her last days.

Legals November 30, 2018

L E G A L: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE REGULATION MONTANA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION Transportation Division P.O. Box 202601 Helena, Montana 59620-2601 NOTICE OF SALE & TRANSFER OF CERTIFICATE/DOCKET T-18.52.ST/PSC NO. 2757 Kootenai Disposal LLC, 34745 U.S. 2, Libby, Montana, requests Sale and Transfer of PSC No. 2757, including Sub A to Waste Connections dba Evergreen Disposal, Inc. A full copy of the operating authority held under PSC No. 2757, proposed for transfer in this docket, is available from the Montana Public Service Commission ("Commission") upon request. The sale may be approved unless written protests are received by the Commission on or before December 21, 2018. A copy of the protest must be mailed to the applicant. Any interested person who does not prefer to formally participate in the matter as a protestant may submit written public comments to the Commission at the above address. Public comments may also be submitted to the Commission through the web-based comment form at http://psc.mt.gov/Consumers/comments. Public comments, written or electronic, must be submitted no later than December 21, 2018. Please include the docket number of this matter in public comments. The Commission has requested further information which is pending in this matter. If additional information is required on the application, it may be obtained from the Commission, 1701 Prospect Avenue, P.O. Box 202601, Helena, Montana 59620-2601, 406-444-6180. The Montana Consumer Counsel, 111 North Last Chance Gulch, Helena, Montana 59620, 406-444-2771 is available to assist the consuming public in these matters. BY THE MONTANA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION. BRAD JOHNSON, ChairmanTRAVIS KAVULLA, Vice Chairman ROGER KOOPMAN, Commissioner BOB LAKE, Commissioner TONY O'DONNELL, Commissioner Published In The Western News November 30, 2018 MNAXLP

Now, how about Tester for president?

I was pleased to see the weight of the presidency couldn’t tip the scales against our Senator Tester, maybe the only real farmer in the Senate. Jon won because of his work record, of course, although a few more visits by the presidential entourage may have beaten authenticity and common sense. To the wary Montanan, Trump’s charisma was getting thing by the third or fourth visit. More than anything, this defeat makes Donald Trump, not the presidency, look weak. A working man from a remote state turns back an expensive political vendetta by the Republican darling Trump.

Troy Q1 Honor Roll

In addition to the 73 students from Troy High School who made the honor roll in Q1 with GPAs from 3.2 to 4.0, two Troy seniors taking college classes both exceeded a 4.0.

Troy seeks purpose for former annex

With the departure of the Environmental Protection Agency and their contracted agencies, the City of Troy is now left with almost 16,000 square feet of property and four buildings and no one to rent it.

Loggers face competitive conference in basketball

Though the Libby High School boys basketball team has only four returning players with a significant amount of varsity play time, the team has a lot of quality to offer this season.

Shopping local on Black Friday

For many locals, Black Friday was a chance to get out to local businesses for their holiday shopping.

Lady Loggers Team brings experience to season

The Libby High School Basketball team starts their season Saturday at home against Thompson Falls, and the excitement is building to face their first opponent of the season.

Koats for Kids hours change

The Koats for Kids program -- which provides free winter wear to local residents -- is changing its hours.

EPA award recognizes Libby

The Environmental Protection Agency gave special recognition Thursday to the community and those who were involved in the cleanup of the Superfund site from the W.R. Grace Vermiculite mine.

Libby Senior Center December menu

Dinners are served with salad bar at 4:30 p.m. and main course at 5 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Lunches served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday.

Wyoming mule deer tests positive for CWD

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has been informed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department that a mule deer buck in Grand Teton National Park has tested positive for chronic wasting disease.

Is grass really greener 'over there'?

A recent letter to the editor expounded on the USA’s deplorable situation compared to other nations. I can’t help but wonder if that person actually knows someone who has personally had to deal with the situation in those countries?

EPA, County Commission discuss future of Superfund site

As the Environmental Protection Agency winds down the operational phase of the Libby Superfund site, Regional Administrator Doug Benevento assured the Lincoln County Commission that future abatement will not come at a cost to home and business owners, during a meeting Thursday morning.

Logger wrestling is foward focused

The Libby High School wrestling team is working with a more lean dynamic this season, with half of the 12-man roster completely new to high school wrestling.

Tamra White

Tamra White, 59, died on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at her home in Libby of natural causes.

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E. coli outbreak linked to romaine

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are once again advising all U.S. consumers to not eat romaine lettuce as they conduct an ongoing investigation into an

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Legals November 27, 2018

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Cripple Horse Timber Sale is located within Section 2, T31N-R29W, on the State's Libby Unit. Approximately 8,030 tons, consisting primarily Douglas-fir sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on December 19, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $8,873.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Libby Unit Office in Libby, MT (406-293-2711). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published In The Western News November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2018 MNAXLP

Big kill on final day

Maverick Owens poses with his five-by-five, 7.5 year old buck taken in Region One Sunday, on the final day of the big game hunting season. The fifteen year old hunter, whose parents are Dorian Boling and Scott Hanson, shot his deer at 30 yards with a .308. This was Owens’ second deer that he has ever taken, and was one of a group the family had been pursuing for three days.

Libby to Carnegie Hall with a song Fundraiser Wednesday to help send local student to international performance

Out of 18,000 high school students from around the entire world who auditioned, a student from Libby is heading to Carnegie Hall in February as one of 200 selected for the 2019 High School Honors Performance Series.

Stabbing suspect pleads not guilty

Michael Anthony Borchardt-Robertson, 24, of Yakima, Washington, pleaded not guilty in Montana 19th Judicial District Court Monday on charges of attempted deliberate homicide and use of a weapon in commission of a crime in the stabbing of Doug Crum of Libby on the afternoon of Nov. 11.

Health Dept. looks for fair trash fees

The Lincoln County Health Department is taking a close look at how residents are assessed in order to fund the Refuse District, starting with recreational vehicles used as full time residences.

Congress: Pass a new farm bill before 2018 ends

Congress has only a few days left in 2018 to pass legislation. Adopting a strong, new farm bill should be at the top of their list.

Tamra White

Tamra J. (Tami) White, 59, passed away peacefully at home in Libby on Sunday, November 18, 2018.

FWP holding meetings on licensing system

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will be hosting a series of public meetings to hear input on replacing the current Automated License System. FWP will be requesting permission from the Legislature to replace the system.

Libby top-rated for state grant

The City of Libby has been awarded $750,000 from the Montana Treasure State Endowment Program for the 2021 biennium, which is to be used for the replacement of approximately a half mile of water main.

Grateful to serve: Churches, volunteers feed community

Libby Ministerial Association held their annual Thanksgiving community dinner at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1548 this year, serving around 250 and sending out around 100 meals.

Grizzly project update

Veteran U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologist Wayne Kasworm recently released the results of the monitoring project of grizzly bears in the Cabinet-Yaak and Selkirk Mountains.

Ezekiele VanDelden-Smith

Derreck Smith and Faith VanDelden of Troy welcomed a baby boy on November 17, 2018 at 9:59 p.m. Ezekiele VanDelden-Smith weighed 6 lbs, 10 ounces and was 19.25 inches long. He was delivered by Dr. Jana Hall at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby.

Dennis James Morgan

Dennis James Morgan, born December 9, 1945, passed away unexpectedly of cardiac arrest on October 2, 2018 in Kalispell.

Lucy Ann Campos

Kari and Alex Campos along with son Max Campos of Cameron Park, Calif., welcomed a baby girl June 28, 2018 at 5:12 p.m. at Mercy Hospital in Folsom, Calif. Lucy Ann Campos weighed 6 lbs, 9 ounces, and is the granddaughter of Elsie Kinden of Libby.

State Hail Board Meeting Wednesday

Helena -- The Montana State Hail Board will meet at 9 a.m. on Wednesday in the Missouri Room at the Heritage Inn in Great Falls. The agenda for the meeting includes a financial report, delinquencies, an actuarial report, reinsurance and a premium rate review.

Libby senior plays in All-Star match

Libby High School senior Mehki Sykes represented Western Montana as one of twelve facing the volleyball team from the East in the Montana High School All-Star match on Nov. 18. The West won in three during the game played at University of Providence in Great Falls.

Montana: home of the Frank Hervey Cook Scholarship

Few Montanans have ever heard of Frank Hervey Cook, a Montana resident from the Townsend area who spent his life running cows and ranching, or the scholarship named for him.

Libby considers moving proposed zoning back

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Legals November 23, 2018

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee's Sale on March 13, 2019, 1:30 PM at the main entrance of the Lincoln County District Courthouse located at 512 California Avenue, Libby, Montana 59923, the following described real property situated in Lincoln County, State of Montana: Lot 5 of the subdivision of Tract 4, Vanderwood "40", according to the plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lincoln County, Montana. More commonly known as 120 Forest Avenue, n/k/a 126 Forest Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Della F. Johnson and Jimmy G. Johnson, as Grantors, conveyed said real property to Dan G. Cederberg, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation, by Deed of Trust on July 17, 1995, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lincoln County, State of Montana, on July 19, 1995 as Instrument No. 117128, in Book 213, at Page 936, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: First Bank National Association Assignment Dated: October 16, 1995 Assignment Recorded: March 10, 1997 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 125955, in Book 233, at Page 604, Assignee: Green Tree Servicing LLC Assignment Dated: May 27, 2008 Assignment Recorded: June 9, 2008 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 211979, in Book 319, at Page 652, Assignee: U.S. Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Manufactured Housing Contract Senior/Subordinate Pass-Through Certificate Trust 1995-6 Assignment Dated: May 21, 2018 Assignment Recorded: May 21, 2018 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 274172, in Book 372, at Page 206, All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Lincoln County, Montana Benjamin J. Mann is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lincoln County, State of Montana, on October 4, 2018 as Instrument No. 276397, in Book 374, at Page 200, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to Grantor's failure to make monthly payments beginning September 25, 2017, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable. The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $32,392.17, interest in the sum of $4,935.88, escrow advances of $1,878.78, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $40.00 for a total amount owing of $39,246.83, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse 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 Grantor. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. 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 immediately upon the close of bidding 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, including warranty of title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. 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, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, to pay to the Beneficiary, or the successor in interest to the Beneficiary, the entire amount then due under the Deed of Trust 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 by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee's and attorney's fees. In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee's Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason. In the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 28th day of October, 2018. Benjamin J. Mann, Substitute Trustee 376 East 400 South, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. 52537 Published In The Western News November 9, 16, 23, 2018 MNAXLP

Study: Most Montanans would not walk a mile

Over one third of us would rather take an elevator than walk one flight of stairs.

Give thanks for the wild – especially the volunteers

Thanksgiving is a time to show gratitude. Each year I give thanks for our wild places. Like so many other people, hiking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, skiing in the backcountry and wilderness have brought me joy and, more importantly, taught me many lessons. I am thankful these special places are preserved for us all to experiencºe.

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Turkey Dash benefits food pantry and pregnancy center

Last Saturday, 34 runners and walkers of all ages participated in the Libby Turkey Dash 5k fun run/walk benefiting the Libby Food Pantry and Libby Pregnancy Care Center, and sponsored by various local businesses and organization.

Tips for winterizing outdoor equipment

Fall is here, and soon Old Man Winter will be knocking on your door. For much of the country it’s time to put away spring and summer outdoor power equipment, such as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers, and get out snow throwers, generators and other small engine equipment.

Meeting to discuss wildlife management

Sportsmen from western Montana will be holding their second meeting regarding elk, deer, moose and sheep populations in Region One.

Making your holiday travel a better experience

We are entering one of the busiest, and most stressful, travel periods of the year. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, travel to a destination 50 miles or more away increases by over 50 percent for Thanksgiving and by almost 25 percent for Christmas and New Year’s.

Lincoln County man sentenced to prison for DUI

A Lincoln County man who plead guilty to drunk driving in Montana 19th Judicial District Court received a 13 month prison sentence with three years suspended and recommendation to treatment on November 5.

Bits 'n' pieces from east, west and beyond

East, west or beyond, sooner or later events elsewhere may have a local impact. A recent sampling:

Montana's greatest wonder: The Missouri River

“… by every rule of nomenclature, the Missouri being the main stream and the upper Mississippi the tributary, the name of the former should have been given precedence, and the great-river should have been called Missouri from the Rocky Mountains to the Gulf of Mexico.”

Troy High School Honor Roll

Troy High School had 73 students — about half the high school — make the Honor Roll in Q1.

Libby man sentenced for April disturbance

A Libby man was sentenced Nov. 13 in Montana 19th Judicial District Court to an 18 month suspended sentence and $470 in fines and surcharges after pleading guilty to criminal mischief and fleeing or eluding a peace officer, both misdemeanors.

Legals November 20, 2018

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Cripple Horse Timber Sale is located within Section 2, T31N-R29W, on the State's Libby Unit. Approximately 8,030 tons, consisting primarily Douglas-fir sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on December 19, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $8,873.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Libby Unit Office in Libby, MT (406-293-2711). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published In The Western News November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2018 MNAXLP

Local 4-H'er first in 25 years to National 4-H Congress

Malia Thornburg, who took first place in Stir-Ups at the Montana 4-H Congress in Bozeman this year, is heading to the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia from November 23-27. Thornburg is the first Lincoln County 4-H’er in at least 25 years to go to the National 4-H Congress.

Libby Logger Veterans Assembly

It was truly a pleasure to attend the Veterans assembly last Friday. The school put on an awesome assembly and I would like to thank all involved with the operation and setup. The student reflections were good to hear.

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n I would find a turkey in the woods. I would catch it with a net. Then I would go home cook it for 10 minutes on warm. Then I would take it out of the oven. I would make ice-cream to eat after dinner. I like ice cream after dinner! My Mom, Dad, Katie, Jake, and my cousin Zurry, and Norra eat dinner with me. After dinner we ear ice-cream and play with toys.

Ski club's annual rental day is Dec. 1

The Kootenai Cross-Country Ski Club’s annual ski rental day is Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to noon at Asa Wood School.

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n I would find a turkey in the woods. I would catch it with a net. Then I would go home cook it for 10 minutes on warm. Then I would take it out of the oven. I would make ice-cream to eat after dinner. I like ice cream after dinner! My Mom, Dad, Katie, Jake, and my cousin Zurry, and Norra eat dinner with me. After dinner we ear ice-cream and play with toys.

Pine Tree Plaza owner goes to trial in March

Facing 83 misdemeanor counts of maintaining a public nuisance over the condition of the Pine Tree Plaza in Troy, owner Charles Curtis is scheduled to have a day in court on Wednesday, March 13.

General hunting season down to final week

KALISPELL — The big-game hunting season is down to the final days across Montana, and the general hunting season ends Sunday, Nov. 25.

Mt. lion management, monitoring meeting Nov. 29 in Kalispell

Kalispell — A public information-only meeting on the conservation and management of mountain lion populations in Montana is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 29 in Kalispell.

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center Gala is Dec. 8

The Cabinet Peaks Foundation’s 24th annual Festival Gala Fundraiser is Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Libby Memorial Events Center.

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Libby honors student athletic, academic achievement

At the Fall Sports Awards assembly at Libby High School on Thursday, athletes were honored for academic and athletic achievement, including both team and state awards.

Health care shows division between parties

Republicans vs. Democrats. We have recently seen an ad comparing the two in a way that showed deep bias but little reality. We only have to take one topic to see the sad divisions between the two parties: health care.

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Clearing up confusion about CARD Foundation

There is confusion about how the Center for Asbestos Related Disease (CARD) is funded and why the CARD Foundation needs to raise money.

Darlene Kay Shelton

Darlene Kay Shelton, 61, of Troy passed away Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018 at the Libby Care Center of natural causes. She was born July 18, 1957 in Spokane, Washington to Cornielious and Opal (Tallmadge) Nicolaas. Darlene married Richard Shelton on Dec. 11, 1998 at the Troy Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Irwin Denison and a sister, Donna Cody.

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Turkey Dash benefits local charities

The Libby Turkey Dash 5k fun run/walk brought out dedicated runners and walkers into the morning chill Saturday to help benefit the Libby Food Bank and Libby Pregnancy Care Center.

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EPA: Lincoln County owes over $105,000

The Environmental Protection Agency says Lincoln County owes it $105,697.93 following

CARD Clinic, Foundation due $57,441, judge rules

A judge has ordered that the Center for Asbestos Related Disease Clinic and Foundation be reimbursed for some of the costs both have incurred

Legals November 16, 2018

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee's Sale on March 13, 2019, 1:30 PM at the main entrance of the Lincoln County District Courthouse located at 512 California Avenue, Libby, Montana 59923, the following described real property situated in Lincoln County, State of Montana: Lot 5 of the subdivision of Tract 4, Vanderwood "40", according to the plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lincoln County, Montana. More commonly known as 120 Forest Avenue, n/k/a 126 Forest Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Della F. Johnson and Jimmy G. Johnson, as Grantors, conveyed said real property to Dan G. Cederberg, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation, by Deed of Trust on July 17, 1995, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lincoln County, State of Montana, on July 19, 1995 as Instrument No. 117128, in Book 213, at Page 936, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: First Bank National Association Assignment Dated: October 16, 1995 Assignment Recorded: March 10, 1997 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 125955, in Book 233, at Page 604, Assignee: Green Tree Servicing LLC Assignment Dated: May 27, 2008 Assignment Recorded: June 9, 2008 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 211979, in Book 319, at Page 652, Assignee: U.S. Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Manufactured Housing Contract Senior/Subordinate Pass-Through Certificate Trust 1995-6 Assignment Dated: May 21, 2018 Assignment Recorded: May 21, 2018 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 274172, in Book 372, at Page 206, All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Lincoln County, Montana Benjamin J. Mann is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lincoln County, State of Montana, on October 4, 2018 as Instrument No. 276397, in Book 374, at Page 200, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to Grantor's failure to make monthly payments beginning September 25, 2017, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable. The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $32,392.17, interest in the sum of $4,935.88, escrow advances of $1,878.78, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $40.00 for a total amount owing of $39,246.83, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse 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 Grantor. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. 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 immediately upon the close of bidding 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, including warranty of title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. 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, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, to pay to the Beneficiary, or the successor in interest to the Beneficiary, the entire amount then due under the Deed of Trust 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 by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee's and attorney's fees. In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee's Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason. In the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 28th day of October, 2018. Benjamin J. Mann, Substitute Trustee 376 East 400 South, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. 52537 Published In The Western News November 9, 16, 23, 2018 MNAXLP

Arnold 'Arnie' Ray McGill

Arnold “Arnie” Ray McGill, 88, went to be with his Lord on Nov. 13, 2018. He passed away peacefully at his son and daughter-in-law’s home, Marc and Peggy McGill.

Libby VFW to host free community Thanksgiving dinner

A free community Thanksgiving dinner will be served at Libby VFW Post No. 1548 at 114 W 2nd St. on Thursday, Nov. 22.

Libby Middle School Q1 honor roll

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Armand R. Hamel

Armand R. Hamel, 93, passed away on Nov. 11, 2018, at his home in Troy of natural causes. He was born on July 14, 1925 to Aurore and Adelard Hamel in Warren, Ontario, Canada. When he was six months old, his parents came to Libby, where his father was employed by the J. Neils Lumber Company.

Eleanor G. Birnie

Eleanor G. Birnie, 87, Of Libby passed away peacefully on Oct. 30, 2018, at the Libby Care Center.

Health Board presses EPA for investigation results Newly released documents shed light on inquiry into payments of attorney fees

Newly released documents shed light on inquiry into payments of legal fees

The City-County Board of Health has given the Environmental Protection Agency a Dec. 1 deadline for telling it the outcome of an investigation into the improper use of EPA grant funds.

Counseling Corner Midlife dating can actually be fun

As we reach the holiday season, it’s not uncommon for someone not in a relationship to feel a need to be with a significant other, or at least to have someone to take with him or her to that office party or family gathering. If you’re in your twenties, the stress to make this happen is often pretty low. But if you’re a bit older, it can sometimes produce lots of anxiety.

Libby 2018 signings and Fall Sports Awards

On Wednesday, Libby HighSchool seniors Ryggs Johnston and Alli Collins signed with colleges.

Donald Gene DuBry

Donald Gene DuBry passed away on Oct. 23, 2018, with his wife (Becky) of 37 years by his side at the Kalispell Regional Medical Center in Kalispell. His passing followed a massive heart attack he suffered on Oct. 21 in Libby.

Guyla Patrick

Guyla Patrick, 90 years young, passed away on Nov. 7, 2018 at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby surrounded by family. She was born in New Virginia, Iowa on Aug. 9, 1928, to Delbert and Helen Harsh. Guyla and her husband Phil Patrick lived in Osceola, Iowa, Denver, Colorado, Milford, Massachusetts and Beaverton, Oregon. They raised three children: Terry, Dee Ann and Phillip.

Troy vote final: Second Street sale defeated

With all Lincoln County votes counted and tallied, the west end of Second Street in Troy that intersects with Highway 2 will not be sold to Town Pump, after the ballot initiative was defeated by three votes.

Shop local, dine local to support your small-business heroes

Every year after Thanksgiving, Americans kick off the holiday shopping season with big stores advertising deal after deal. Not long ago, Americans during the holiday season typically would visit locally-owned small retailers in a downtown area to purchase all of their gifts. Business owners would decorate their shops with lights and ornaments or create elaborate window displays to grab the imagination of a passerby and encourage them inside. It was a magical time of year, and many of us still hold on to those memories today.

Turner Mountain Fun Night is Dec. 1

Folks can kick off the ski season during “Turner Mountain Fun Night” at the Red Dog 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1.

Man charged with attempted deliberate homicide in stabbing of Libby man

Michael Borchardt Robertson, 24, of Yakima, Washington has been charged with attempted deliberate homicide for allegedly stabbing Doug Crum of Libby last Sunday afternoon.

Legals November 13, 2018

NOTICE OF 2018 REAL PROPERTY AND MOBILE HOME TAXES DUE All 2018 real property tax bills in Lincoln County have been mailed. Please check your bills over carefully. When making payments please remit your stubs; for inquiries please provide your tax payer number from your statement. If you have not received your tax statement please contact the Lincoln County Treasurer's office immediately at 406-283-2402. The first half of the 2018 real property taxes levied and assessed will be due and payable before 5:00 p.m. on November 30, 2018. Unless the first half is paid by this date, the amount payable is delinquent and draws interest at the rate of 5/6 of 1% a month from the time of delinquency until paid and 2% will be added to the delinquent taxes as a penalty (MCA 15-16-101). The second half of all Lincoln County mobile home taxes is due and payable by 5:00 p.m. on November 30, 2018. Unless the second half is paid by this date, the amount payable is delinquent and draws interest at the rate of 5/6 of 1% a month from the time of delinquency until paid and 2% will be added to the delinquent taxes as a penalty (MCA 15-24-202). Payments may be made in person or mailed to the Lincoln County Treasurer, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Over the counter credit card payments may be made using Visa, Master Card and Discover. A fee of 1.995% plus $1.25 per transaction is charged. If you wish to make on-line payments using a credit card please call 1-800-272-9829 or log on to www.officialpayments.com and enter jurisdiction code #3612. A 3% fee is charged when using this service. Tax information is now available online at www.lincolncountymt.us/treasurer-home. Nancy Trotter Higgins Lincoln County Treasurer Published In The Western News November 6, 13, 2018 MNAXLP

Anthony Glenn Ingrum

Anthony Glenn Ingrum was born July 16, 1960, in Whitefish. He passed away Nov. 10, 2018, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. His parents Billy Ingrum and Rosalie Johnson raised him with his three siblings in Libby. He developed a great love of the outdoors and often would spend time backpacking in the beautiful Cabinet Mountains with friends, hunting and fishing.

Kootenai Valley Christian School Q1 honor roll

First Grade A Honor Roll

Kathleen Marie Sverdrup

Kathleen Marie Sverdrup, 60, passed away on Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, at her home in Libby. She was born in Anchorage, the Territory of Alaska, on Feb. 11, 1958, to Lawrence and Emily Sverdrup. She grew up in Anchorage and moved frequently as an Air Force child, until the family settled in Libby.

First court hearing held in ACLU suit against Sheriff

The initial hearing in a lawsuit the American Civil Liberties Union has filed against Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe was held Friday, Nov. 9 in Montana 19th Judicial District Court in Libby.

Libby celebrates Veterans Day 2018

Joseph W. Wade

Joseph W. Wade, 81, of Libby passed away peacefully in his home Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018. He was born in Brooklyn, New York on Oct. 25, 1937 to Ivan and Agnita Wade.

Public meetings

•Tuesday, Nov. 13: The Libby City Council Ordinance Committee meets at 6:15 p.m. at City Hall to continue reviewing and discussing recommended changes to zoning ordinances.

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Libby places fourth at State A Tournament

For their second year in a row, the Libby High School volleyball team came away from the State ‘A’ Tournament with fourth place.

Adale Naine Chew

Adale Naine Chew, 47, died on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, at Brendan House in Kalispell. She went home to the Lord after a brave battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 5, 1971, in Libby to Raymond and Lona Chew. Adale attended Libby schools and graduated in 1990. She found she had a passion for nursing and attended Flathead Valley Community College and received a medical associates degree.

John E. Kampfe

John E. Kampfe, 75, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 at his home in Troy of natural causes.

Libby man stable following Sunday afternoon stabbing

A Libby man in his seventies was in stable condition Monday after being stabbed multiple times Sunday late afternoon while out for a walk. His suspected attacker was arrested shortly thereafter.

Legals November 9, 2018

Call for bids The City of Troy, Montana will receive sealed bids up to and including 5:00 pm on Wednesday November 21, 2018, for the sale of the following property, more particularly described as follows: 2002 - 580 Super M Backhoe Loader, 4,956 hours, includes: extend a hoe, clam bucket, and rear thumb on back bucket. Located at the corner of Kalispell Avenue and 3rd Street in Troy, please call the City Hall at 406-295-4151 to schedule a time to inspect it between the hours of 9:00 AM to 3 PM. Sold "AS IS" without any warranties, MINIMUM BID IS -$22,700.00 The City will accept the highest responsible bid, but the Troy City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any technicality or informality and accept any bid which may be determined best for the interest of the City of Troy, Montana. Bids should be addressed to the City Clerk, PO Box 823, Troy MT 59935 and be plainly marked "BID". Bids will be opened November 21st, 2018 at 7:00 pm. /s/ Tracy Rebo, City Clerk Published In The Western News November 2, 9, 2018 MNAXLP

Nevaeh Brown

Nevaeh Brown was born 6:14 a.m. Oct. 22, 2018, to Thomas and Rhiannon Brown of Libby. She weighed 8 pounds and was 20.25 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Brian Bell at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center.

Libby man sentenced to prison, restitution for theft plea

A Libby man was sentenced Oct. 29 in Montana 19th Judicial District Court to eight years in prison with three suspended and $25,830 in restitution after pleading guilty by Alford plea to felony theft.

John Emerson Cobb

John Emerson Cobb passed away Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018. He was born April 16, 1930, in Beattyville, Kentucky. The family moved to Mitchell, South Dakota, when his father, Emerson Cobb, Ph.D, accepted a position teaching chemistry at Dakota Wesleyan University.

Guyla Patrick

Guyla Patrick, 90 years young, passed away on Nov. 7, 2018, at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby surrounded by family. She was born in New Virginia, Iowa on Aug. 9, 1928, to Delbert and Helen Harsh. Guyla and her husband Phil Patrick lived in Osceola, Iowa, Denver, Colorado, Milford, Massachusetts and Beaverton, Oregon. They raised three children: Terry, Dee Ann and Phillip.

Let us aim to be a best place

Days ago, I hunted up the reservoir. It had rained overnight, and larch needles and leaves had been falling. I took a road over a ridge to the south. As I reached the top, the road swung toward the southwest. Clouds brightened. I drove slowly. The landscape changed as the sun peeked through the clouds as I entered an opening. I saw a gold road, thick with larch needles. I stopped, whispering, “Oh, my God, look at this.” Every fallen log, stump, rock was gold. I was hunting, of course, but there were no tracks. I was glad. All seemed perfect, spiritual, quiet, beautiful. Peace.

Troy 2nd Street vote too close to call: 207 against, 204 for

The citizens of Troy will have to wait until at least next week before they have an official answer on the sale of a portion of Second Street after a vote that is too close to call.

Patriotic Concert

Our kids set a great example

Recently I had the honor of working the Kootenai Rotary Trunk or Treat event at Central School. My sister witches and I love doing this outreach event for our community; seeing all of the kids dressed for Halloween really makes the work and sometimes not-so-great weather worth it.

Election Night 2018

Hunters Against Hunger program taking donations

The Hunters Against Hunger program, a partnership between Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and the Montana Food Bank Network, allows hunters to donate part or all of their legally harvested big game animals to be processed free of charge. The meat is then provided directly to a nearby food pantry in the area.

Libby hunters pack out elk on mountain bikes

Little, if anything, is easy about elk hunting, but two Northwest Montana men who have hunted them together for several years came up with a creative way get their bull out of the woods after a recent hunt.

Legals November 6, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE: Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway proposes to install a 150-ft-tall communications tower at (listed by "tower name: latitude, longitude) Stryker: 48.664572, -114.769356, which will be licensed through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). As part of its responsibilities assigned by FCC for compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), BNSF invites the public to notify BNSF of any effects the placement of this tower may have on properties listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, or any concerns the public may have with regard to the potential impact the tower may have on natural and cultural resources subject to NEPA or NHPA review and consideration. Please direct your comments to Aubyn Bell at HDR, 200 W. Forsyth St., Suite 800, Jacksonville, FL 32202 or Aubyn.bell@hdrinc.com. Comments must be received within 10 days of this notice. Published In The Western News November 6, 2018 MNAXLP

Lucy Ann Campos

Lucy Ann Campos was born 5:12 p.m. June 28, 2018, to Kari (Kinden) Campos and Alex Campos of Cameron Park, California. She weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces, and was delivered at Mercy Hospital in Folsom, California. Her brother is Max Campos, 9, and her grandmother is Elsie Kinden of Libby.

FWP investigates Elk poached near Troy

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks game wardens are investigating the illegal killing of a bull elk west of Troy.

ACLU suit: sheriff illegally detaining immigrant

Bowe “not worried,” says detention is routine

The American Civil Liberties Union is suing Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe, claiming he illegally detained a man at the request of federal officials.

Commissioners Peck, Bennett to speak at Libby Chamber meeting

Lincoln County commissioners Jerry Bennett and Mark Peck will discuss the “State of the County” at the next lunch meeting of the Libby Area Chamber of Commerce.

Owen Porteus

Owen Porteus was born 1:17 a.m. on Oct. 20, 2018, to Katie and Cassidy Porteus of Libby. He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces. He was delivered by Dr. Kelli Jarrett at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center.

Gilbert Martin

Gilbert Martin, 89, died on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, at his home in Troy of natural causes. He was born on Jan. 30, 1929 in Oakland, California, to Manuel and Josephine Martin.

John Philip Lemen

John Philip Lemen, 96, of Libby passed away peacefully on Oct. 17, 2018, at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby. He was born on April 27, 1922, in Chicago, Illinois, the youngest of nine children. Phil entered the U.S. Navy in 1942 and served as a signalman third class in the Pacific. Upon his return, he earned a teaching degree from Illinois State University.

Don't let the holidays ruin your credit

(StatePoint) Looking for the “perfect gifts,” paired with enticing retail discounts and deals, can pressure holiday shoppers to spend more than they can afford. As a result, consumers may max out credit card limits or miss payments, negatively affecting credit scores. In addition, store credit cards may offer instant discounts that are tempting at the register — but that new application could decrease your credit score.

Registration open for wolf trapping certification class

Fish, Wildlife and Parks

Montana's greatest wonder: the Missouri River (part 4 of 5)

On June 16, 1805, Captain Clark of the Corps of Discovery – with an extremely ill Sacajawea accompanying him – halted below the confluence of Belt Creek and the Missouri River (“portage creek,” to the Corps), setting up what would become the base camp for their month-long assault around the “great falls.”

Musician from Ghana performs Thursday in Libby

Performing on the stage of the Libby Memorial Events Center Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. is Okaidja, a unique talent originally from the small African nation of Ghana. His sound is a spicy fusion of spirited Ghanaian music with diverse cross-cultural influences.

Troy head coach grateful, excited

The Troy High School volleyball team ended their season with a losing record, falling in three sets to St. Ignatius during the play-in game for a short postseason.

Mary A. Robertson

Mary A. Robertson, 86, died on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, at her home in Libby. She was born in Underhill, Wisconsin, to Walter and Nora (Larson) Raasch. She attended grade school in Pulcifer, Wisconsin, and Bonduel High School and graduated in 1950. She went to the Milwaukee Conservatory of Music and took voice study for two years.

Improper plate display leads to chase, 10 years in prison

A man originally stopped in Libby for improper license plate display and who attempted to run from law enforcement was sentenced Oct. 15 in Montana 19th Judicial District Court to 10 years in state prison with another 5 years suspended for theft and forgery.

Benson Ray Wicka

Benson Ray Wicka was born 3:17 a.m. on Oct. 20, 2018, to Justin and Cierra Wicka of Libby. He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20.25 inches long. He was delivered by Dr. Kelli Jarrett at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center.

Jason Mauck

Jason Mauck was born 6 p.m. Oct. 14, 2018, to Alex and Natalie Mauck of Troy. He weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces and was 21 inches long. He was delivered by Dr. Brian Bell at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center.

Libby takes 2nd at Western A Divisional

The Libby High School volleyball team came away from the Western ‘A’ Divisional Tournament with second place, and a team to beat in Corvallis at the State ‘A’ Tournament next weekend.

Gerald Dean Cassidy

Gerald Dean Cassidy, Mayor of Wishram, 73, passed away Oct. 16, 2018, at his home in Wishram, Washington, seated on his back porch looking out at the river. He was born April 17, 1945, in Libby to James Raymond Cassidy and Daisy Steele Cassidy. He was a proud alumnus of Troy High School and entered the U.S. Navy on Sept. 11, 1963, at the age of 18. While in service he achieved the rank of Electrician’s Mate Third Class, an education he continued to build upon.

Learn about library group at brewery event

Learn more about the nonprofit Libby Friends of the Library at a “Brews for Benefits” event at Cabinet Mountain Brewing Company in Libby on Thursday, Nov. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Weather contributes to slower-than-average hunting season

Mild weather conditions continue to hamper hunter success across northwest Montana.

Habitat for Humanity to raise funds at Rosauers

To raise funds, Kootenai Valley Partners Habitat for Humanity volunteers will bag groceries at Rosauers Thursday and Friday, Nov. 15 and Nov. 16. Shoppers are encouraged to add a donation to their grocery bill.

Legals November 2, 2018

Call for bids The City of Troy, Montana will receive sealed bids up to and including 5:00 pm on Wednesday November 21, 2018, for the sale of the following property, more particularly described as follows: 2002 - 580 Super M Backhoe Loader, 4,956 hours, includes: extend a hoe, clam bucket, and rear thumb on back bucket. Located at the corner of Kalispell Avenue and 3rd Street in Troy, please call the City Hall at 406-295-4151 to schedule a time to inspect it between the hours of 9:00 AM to 3 PM. Sold "AS IS" without any warranties, MINIMUM BID IS -$22,700.00 The City will accept the highest responsible bid, but the Troy City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any technicality or informality and accept any bid which may be determined best for the interest of the City of Troy, Montana. Bids should be addressed to the City Clerk, PO Box 823, Troy MT 59935 and be plainly marked "BID". Bids will be opened November 21st, 2018 at 7:00 pm. /s/ Tracy Rebo, City Clerk Published In The Western News November 2, 9, 2018 MNAXLP

Donald Lee Snyder

Donald Lee Snyder, 85, of Rochester, Washington passed away Oct. 27, 2018 at Providence Hospital in Centralia, Washington.

Halloween in Troy

From Trunk-or-Treat at the Troy Activity Center to fun at the Troy Volunteer Fire Department and W.F. Morrison Elementary School, the night was full of frights and delights for Halloween in Troy.

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NW Montana Chorale Express makes music in Troy

The Northwest Montana Chorale Express Festival made it’s stop in Troy this year, bringing together in one voice the high school choirs from Libby, Troy, Eureka, Noxon, Plains and Thompson Falls at the Troy High School Auditorium Monday evening, Oct. 29.

Gianforte touts Trump, economy and pro-gun stance in re-election bid

In Missoula’s GOP headquarters, surrounded by Republican civic leaders, volunteers and veterans, Congressman Greg Gianforte recently made his pitch for re-election as Montana’s only voice in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Troy debates equipment loan

The Troy City Council tabled discussion of a new backhoe purchase at their Oct. 17 meeting, after a discussion that went into some of the finer points of municipal finances.

Jeanette May Cummings

Jeanette May Cummings, 69, passed away Oct. 29, 2018, surrounded by the most important people in her life — her family — after a short, excruciating battle against cancer. Jeanette was born May 10, 1949, in Libby to Raymond and Evelyn (Hays) Siefke. Jeanette grew up and went to school in Libby and began taking care of her father and siblings at the young age of 14, after losing her own mother to cancer.

Don't vote for the 'untouchables'

How can you vote for a man who won’t shake your hand? U S. Rep. Greg Gianforte, U.S. Sen. Steve Daines and State Auditor and senatorial candidate Matt Rosendale have fled the time-honored public meeting for the safety of invitation-only events and the electronic shields of telephone and video. It’s no crime to have moved to Montana from somewhere else, but these men seem to have imported a shared fear of our general public.

People of faith must support I-185

As people of faith, we believe we have the moral obligation to take care of our neighbors. Often that means helping individuals by donating clothes after a house fire or providing dinner after the loss of a loved one. However, sometimes we have the rare opportunity to help thousands of our friends and neighbors across the state. We have that chance now by voting for I-185.

Sen. Jon Tester protects interests of service members

Forty-six U.S. Representatives, 49 U.S. Senators and 33 state attorney generals, including Democrats, Republicans and Independents, signed letters defending the Military Lending Act, which was passed after the DOD found that servicemembers were disproportionately subjected to unfair high-cost, predatory lending.

Vote yes on I-185 to help the needy

As a senior citizen and concerned caregiver, I feel we must vote to keep funds from being cut or canceled for Montanans who need them most. Things like home-based caregiving and Medicaid-funded services for our veterans are important. Funds for our seniors and wages for their caregivers must not continue to be diminished. More seniors and vets need care, not less.

Local Republicans should denounce ad

I am writing to endorse the sentiments expressed in the letter published in the Western News on Tuesday, Oct. 30, by Laurie Boehler Walsh, responding to the “divisive” Republican ad about “Republicans vs. Others.” The ad demonizes any of us who are not “true Republicans” and accuses us of “corruption, waste and criminality,” among other evils.

Learn about the Good Neighbor Authority Nov. 6

Neil Simpson, a U.S. Forest Service liaison with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, will present on the Good Neighbor Authority at a Society of American Foresters meeting Nov. 6 in Libby.

I-185 would preserve sufficient caregiving

My name is Lori List. I have been a caregiver since 2005. I was working in Washington State as a caregiver until I moved to Montana in August 2017. I currently take care of two family members and one non-family client.

A cautionary tale in support of I-185

Have you ever seen someone die from emphysema or lung cancer? I have in the case of the former affliction. Emphysema came to my then-56-year-old wife Mary, who became a more avid cigarette smoker after the accidental death of our 10-year-old son Richard. It was her way of enduring the pain caused by our loss.

Public land: America's best idea

I wish all Montanans could travel the world and experience its diversity of nature and culture. Though America is a very special country, we are young and far from perfect, and there is so much to be learned from other places and peoples with much longer histories than Europeans in America.

Sen. Tester supports Montana trade

I am a third-generation farmer and rancher in Montana. My family has a long history of working the land and raising cattle. I understand full well the negative impact low commodity prices have on agriculture and the communities that rely on agriculture to survive. The ag economy of the United States is in increasing trouble, and one only needs to see the following stats to understand this.