Friday, August 30
Thomas Van Swearingen, 73
Thomas Van Swearingen, 73, of Libby, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center after a long battle with multiple medical issues.
William and Jennie Jo Buyske
William J. (Bill) Buyske passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 8, 2019. Bill was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Oct. 16, 1926. Bill led a full life and loved telling stories about the adventures he had as a youth through his adult life. He married his life partner, Jennie Jo Hamar, on March 19, 1949.
Barbara Jean Sagar Sears
Barbara Jean Sagar Sears graced this earth on March 23, 1943 and left a giant hole in our hearts on Aug. 25, 2019, with family and friend by her side.
Libby Loggers golf has busy start to season
The Libby Logger golf team is off to a very busy start, with three tournaments in the first week of the season.
Troy volleyball enters season with high hopes
Troy High School Volleyball coach Jordan Graves has a set goal for her team this year and is hoping for the very best.
Pickup plays chicken with freight train
A BNSF Railway worker reported a pickup that was playing chicken with the train, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office logs. The vehicle backed up then took off just before the train got to them. This caused the train to have to brake.
Flathead Electric donates to Libby's CARD clinic
A $10,000 Roundup for Safety grant from Flathead Electric Cooperative will provide the Center for Asbestos Related Disease (CARD) in Libby with new and safer parking.
Youth Runnerfell registration now open
The 30th Youth Runnerfell for boys and girls ages 3-16 will be held Friday, Sept. 13 at the Libby Elementary School track starting at 4 p.m. A short award ceremony for this year’s T-shirt contest winner will be held at 3:45 p.m.
Dennis and Carla Cady
Dennis and Carla Cady, of Libby, celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 30. They were married Aug. 30, 1969.
Lawsuit challenges trail route through Yaak
The small population of grizzly bears in the Yaak Valley rarely encounters humans or their influences, according to Rick Bass, an acclaimed writer and conservationist long associated with the Yaak.
Flower Creek mountain bike trail OK'd
A plan to build an extensive trail system down the eastern front of the Cabinet Mountains south of Libby is moving ahead.
Man sentenced for Troy burglary spree
A Northwest Montana man who stole numerous vehicles from Sanders, Lake and Flathead counties, and burglarized several homes in Troy will spend time behind bars.
Legals August 30, 2019
PUBLIC NOTICE The City Council of the City of Libby has completed the preliminary municipal budget for fiscal year 2019-20. A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday September 3,2019 for all interested citizens of the City of Libby. The Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall at 6:00 pm, to hear any residents for or against any part of the budget before it is finalized. The proposed budget and resolutions levying a special assessments to defray the cost of street maintenance and lighting, has been placed on file and may be examined on weekdays in the office of the City of Libby at 952 E. Spruce St. between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. By order of the Mayor and Council: Audray J. McCollum City Clerk/Treasurer 293-2731 Published In The Western News August 23 & 23, 2019. MNAXLP
DENNIS AND CARLA CADY
Dennis and Carla Cady, of Libby, celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 30. They were married Aug. 30, 1969.
Tuesday, August 27
Iris Maxine Lanini
Iris Maxine Lanini was born Aug. 5, 2019 at Reno Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nevada. She was 7 pounds and 3 ounces.
New coach preps Libby volleyball for season-opener
With the school year straight ahead, first-year Libby High School volleyball coach Samantha Hannah is ready to take over for teacher and coach Cindy Ostrem-Johnson, who stepped down last year.
Libby soccer teams shooting for improved results
The 2019-2020 Libby High School soccer teams are going to be facing a good year as head coach Eric Kapan is expecting the best out of his boys and girls teams.
Libby football returns top players
It’s been eight years since the Libby Loggers football team has appeared in a playoff game.
Nicholas D. Ferguson, 90
Nicholas D. Ferguson, 90, of Libby, passed away Monday, Aug. 19, 2019 of natural causes at his home in Libby. He was born Jan. 27, 1929 in a country farm home two miles north of Oregon, MO, the third surviving child of John and Ina (Field) Ferguson. A couple years later his brother, Jerry, joined the family and they grew up in a two-story home with a wood burning stove in the front room. Nick walked one mile to the old country grade school, sometimes clamping on ice skates and skating across the fields to school.
Nurse anesthetist joins Cabinet Peaks
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center recently welcome Robin Olsen, CRNA to its anesthesia and surgical teams.
Donations help keep Troy After School Program going
The Lincoln County Credit Union has provided a sizable donation to help kick start the Troy Public Schools After School Program for another school year.
Benefit planned for local boy waiting for heart transplant
Lincoln County residents will rally around a local family later this month as a baby boy battles for his life.
Power outage planned for Thursday in Libby
Flathead Electric Cooperative has scheduled a two-hour power outage for Thursday, Aug. 29, in Libby, in the areas of 2nd Street to Lincoln Blvd. and Utah Avenue to Nevada Avenue. The interruption in service, which is set to begin at 4:30 a.m. and conclude around 6:30 a.m., is necessary for system maintenance and improvement. Attempts will be made to notify those impacted in advance and the Co-op apologizes for any inconvenience this work may cause.
Data shows distribution of pain pills in Montana
Recently released data from the Drug Enforcement Administration shows more than 245 million legally-prescribed hydrocodone and oxycodone were supplied to Montana from 2006 to 2012, with Lincoln County receiving the most pills per person per year statewide during that time stretch at 61 pills per person.
Legals August 27, 2019
RUSSELL S. BARNES Attorney for Plaintiff 503 California Ave. Libby, MT 5992 MATTHEW J. CUFFE DISTRICT JUDGE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF MONTANA, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * IN THE MATTER OF NO. SIDNEY D. THIESSEN Plaintiff, -vs- TIMBERLAND RESOURCES INC. and all other persons, unknown, claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate or interest in, or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the Complaint, or any thereof adverse to Plaintiffs' title thereto, whether such claim or possible claim be present or contingent, including any claim or possible claim of dower, inchoate or accrued, Defendant. NO.DV-19-109 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * S U M M O N S THE STATE OF MONTANA TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT You are hereby summoned to answer the Complaint in the action, which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your Answer and serve a copy thereof upon the Plaintiffs' attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default, for the relief demanded in the Complaint. This action is brought for the purpose of quieting title to the land situated in Lincoln County, Montana, and described in the Complaint. WITNESS MY HAND AND THE SEAL OF THIS COURT THIS 27th day of June, 2019. TRICIA BROOKS CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By s/s Jen Brown Deputy Clerk Published In The Western News August 13, 20, 27, 2019. MNAXLP
Friday, August 23
Legals August 23, 2019
MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY JERRY DEE TENEYCK, Plaintiff, vs. STACEY LEIGH JENKINS, Defendant. DV 19-106 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA sends greetings to named defendant, STACEY LEIGH JENKINS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint filed in this action, which is filed in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your answer and serve a copy thereof upon Ann C. German, attorney for the Plaintiff, within twenty one (21) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. ANN C. GERMAN Attorney for Plaintiff PO Box 1530 Libby, MT 59923 (406) 293-4191 Fax (406) 293-2435 THIS IS AN ACTION FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT AND TO TRANSFER TITLE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE FROM DEFENDANT TO PLAINTIFF. Witness my hand and the Seal of said Court this 7th day of August, 2019. TRISH BROOKS, Clerk of District Court s/s Jennie Lafond Deputy Published In The Western News August 9, 16, and 23, 2019. MNAXLP
Albert O. Nixon, 91
Albert O. Nixon, 91, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at his home in Libby. Albert was born on June 19, 1928 to Worth and Lela (Johnson) Nixon in Libby and was the oldest of three brothers, Ray and Doug Nixon.
Nicholas Nick Ferguson, 90
Nicholas “Nick” Ferguson, 90, died on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2019 at his home in Libby of natural causes.
Deal protects elk habitat on Montana's Rocky Mountain Front
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation recently brokered a land transaction that will permanently protect 442 acres of wildlife and riparian habitat near Augusta along Montana’s Rocky Mountain Front.
2,400-acre prescribed burn planned for Cabinet District
A prescribed burn of up to 2,400 acres is planned for the Cabinet Ranger District of the Kootenai Forest later this fall. The project is associated with the Minton-Trout Project, with the purpose of improving forage habitat for big game and to reduce hazardous fuels in the East Fork and West Fork Trout Creek, and Attlebury Creek drainages.
Easements could protect habitat, ensure public access
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission recently unanimously approved the acquisition by the state Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks of the Kootenai Forestlands conservation easement.
Kootenai Harvest Festival set for Sept. 14
The fifth annual Kootenai Harvest Festival takes place in Libby from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14. The event is one of a number of events happening in Libby that weekend, including the Kootenai Country Chainsaw Carving Championship, the Libby Nordicfest, and the NW Kootenai Valley Fiber Festival.
Mob takes off in cargo van
A caller thought it was suspicious when he saw about 20 people jump into the back of a U-Haul-type van headed westbound on U.S. 2, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office logs. Officers investigated and found that the van was being used to transport workers to a hotel in Troy after their original vehicle broke down.
Letters to the editor Aug. 23
I have lived off and on in the Yaak/Troy community over the last 25 years. I currently split my time between our Yaak cabin and our home in Bozeman where I recently retired as a professor from MSU.
Community calendar
The Libby Friends of the Library will end its summer program, “Lemonade on the Lawn,” by hosting a Montana Conversations program “Bold Women in Montana History” with Beth Judy on Wednesday, Aug. 28. The program will be at the Libby Library at noon. The presentation is free and open to the public, with lemonade and cookies provided.
Theresa C. Schneider, 80
Theresa C. Schneider, 80, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2019 in Libby. She was born on Janu. 14, 1939 in Baker. She was raised on her family ranch by her parents Theodore and Barbara Bruha. She was the youngest of seven children. Theresa road horseback 6 1/2 miles to a one-room school house growing up. She attended high school in Baker and graduated in 1957.
Beth Rene (Nobles) Iliff, 61
Beth Rene (Nobles) Iliff, 61, of Libby, transitioned peacefully to her heavenly abode on May 25, 2019 to nurture and mentor an even larger family than she left here on earth.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
LEMONADE ON THE LAWN The Libby Friends of the Library will end its summer program, “Lemonade on the Lawn,” by hosting a Montana Conversations program “Bold Women in Montana History” with Beth Judy on Wednesday, Aug. 28.
Thursday, August 22
Hospital names new chief nursing officer
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center this week named registered nurse Douglas Mudgett as its new chief nursing officer.
Tuesday, August 20
Meeting focus is Columbia River Basin program
Congress passed legislation nearly 40 years ago that authorized the states of Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Washington to form the Northwest Power and Conservation Council.
Trench-coat man carries a big stick
A man in a trench coat walking along Pipe Creek was allegedly wielding a machete and jumping into traffic, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office logs. Deputies investigated and the machete turned out to be a stick.
George Raymond Cochran, 87
George Raymond Cochran, 87, died on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019 at Libby Care Center. He was born at La Junta, Colorado into a family that raised cattle. Being a cowboy with his father and brother started his enthusiasm for the outdoors. The family moved to Hysham, Montana which instigated his love of the state. He developed lifelong friends and had great anticipation for his high school reunions.
Jane A. Grossklag, 67
Jane A. Grossklag, 67, died Tuesday, Aug. 13 at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby. She came to Libby fifteen years ago from Portland, Oregon, working in Portland in food service for many years.
Video club volunteers set up 2 new TV channels
Libby TV viewers have a few more channels thanks to the effort of volunteers with the Libby Video Club.
Cabinet Peaks Clinic welcomes new provider
Cabinet Peaks Clinic General Surgery recently hired nurse practitioner Nicole “Niki” Bothman to the practice.
'Ignite the Nites' car show winners
Results from the 2019 Ignite the Nites car show held in downtown Libby Aug. 16-18:
CWD hunting licenses sell out in 2 hours
Hunters quickly swooped up the 600 licenses that went on sale the morning of Aug. 19 as part of the Libby special chronic wasting disease hunt.
Officers investigate possible homicide
Officials with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a potential homicide that occurred in Rexford on Saturday, according to a press release from Lincoln County Sheriff Darren Short.
Health Center receives $167K grant for behavioral health
The Northwest Community Health Center in Libby was recently awarded a $167,000 grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration that will go towards incorporating integrated behavioral health services at the center.
Legals August 20, 2019
PUBLIC NOTICE FY 2019/2020 Preliminary-Final Budget Public Hearings & Adoption NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that public hearings will be held by the Board of Lincoln County Commissioners on August 28, 2019, at 11:00 AM in the Commissioner's Meeting located at 512 California Ave., Libby, Montana for the purpose of presenting the Preliminary FY 2019/2020 Lincoln County Budget. Final Budget Resolution and Adoption will be held September 4th, 2019 at 11:00 AM in the Commissioner's Office. The Commission invites and encourages the public to attend. Public Hearings are for the purpose of hearing comments regarding the budget appropriations and revenues. Preliminary Budget Information is available at the Lincoln County Courthouse, Office of the Director of Finance, as well as the Lincoln County Annex Business Office, Eureka, MT. Vision Net is available at the Lincoln County Annex Building in Eureka. This service is available for Eureka residents who would like to attend the Final FY 2019/2020 Lincoln County Budget Adoption without traveling. For questions or further information please contact Lincoln County Administrator, Darren Coldwell at 283-2345 or email Dcoldwell@libby.org. Published In The Western News August 13 & 20, 2019. MNAXLP
Saturday, August 17
Gerald W. Davis Jerry Davis, 80
Gerald W. Davis “Jerry” Davis of Troy, Montana, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 of natural causes at the age of 80 with his family beside him.
Jane A. Grossklag, 67
Jane A. Grossklag, 67, died Monday, Aug. 12 at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby.
Hunters reminded of Elk B License opportunity
As surplus licenses went on sale Aug. 12, hunters are reminded that, according to the 2019 regulations, they are allowed only one Elk B License, despite legislation passed during the recent Montana Legislature.
FWP proposes improvements on Therriault Creek
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on a proposal to restore riparian vegetation and improve fisheries habitat on Therriault Creek near Eureka.
Imaging technologist receives new certification
Lydia Grover, imaging technologist at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center, recently became certified as a mammography technologist.
Libby student reflects on GEAR UP conference
Upcoming Libby High School senior Jaycee Thornock attended the Youth Leadership Conference through GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) on July 13-17.
Libby High earns top academic award
Libby High School student athletes are the cream of the crop in Montana when it comes to hitting the books.
Tenmile-Sterling salvage project OK'd
A forest project to salvage an estimated 9 million board feet of burned timber from the Kootenai Forest is expected to begin this fall.
Special hunt licenses on sale Monday
In response to the detection of chronic wasting disease in the Libby area, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is selling 600 antlerless white-tailed deer B licenses for the upcoming archery and general hunting seasons.
Friday, August 16
Legals August 16, 2019
MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY JERRY DEE TENEYCK, Plaintiff, vs. STACEY LEIGH JENKINS, Defendant. DV 19-106 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA sends greetings to named defendant, STACEY LEIGH JENKINS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint filed in this action, which is filed in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your answer and serve a copy thereof upon Ann C. German, attorney for the Plaintiff, within twenty one (21) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. ANN C. GERMAN Attorney for Plaintiff PO Box 1530 Libby, MT 59923 (406) 293-4191 Fax (406) 293-2435 THIS IS AN ACTION FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT AND TO TRANSFER TITLE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE FROM DEFENDANT TO PLAINTIFF. Witness my hand and the Seal of said Court this 7th day of August, 2019. TRISH BROOKS, Clerk of District Court s/s Jennie Lafond Deputy Published In The Western News August 9, 16, and 23, 2019. MNAXLP
Tuesday, August 13
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center's Prevent Program off and running
Making small changes to the food you eat and adding more physical activity can help you lose weight and feel better and Cabinet Peaks Medical Center’s PREVENT program is a great place to start.
Man dies in skydiving incident at Lost Prairie
An experienced skydiver who was skydiving at the Lost Prairie Boogie near Marion died Saturday morning after a parachute malfunction.
Kalispell man dead in motorcycle wreck
A 65-year-old Kalispell man died in a traffic accident Saturday morning on U.S. 2 west of Marion.
Lynda M. (Slauson) Paulson, 68
Lynda M. (Slauson) Paulson, 68, of Libby passed away on Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center.
Lynne Louise Adamson Finley, 55
Lynne Louise Adamson Finley left this world on Friday, Aug. 9, 2019, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, after a courageous battle with cancer.
James P. (Jim) Cosgriff, 78
James P. (Jim) Cosgriff, 78, of Libby, died Thursday, Aug. 8, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Gerald W. Davis Jerry Davis, 80
Gerald W. Davis “Jerry” Davis of Troy, Montana, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 of natural causes at the age of 80 with his family beside him.
Libby resident sentenced for burglary conviction
A Libby man guilty of his involvment in a burglary last fall in the city was recently sentenced to serve time in prison.
Libby Volunteer firefighters earn Firefighter 1 certification
Six Libby Volunteer Fire Department firefighters recently earned their Firefighter 1 certification.
Libby Schools offer free screening services
The Libby Public Schools Child Find and Early Intervention Services offers free preschool screening services.
Libby native returns to coach at Montana State
Libby native John Sauer has come home to Montana.
Legals August 13, 2019
MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR LINCOLN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF CHRISTINE NADEEN ANDRUSCO-HIPPSLEY Petitioner DC-19-138 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE THIS IS NOTICE that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Christine Nadeen Andrusco-Hippsley to Christine Nadeen Andrusco. The hearing will be on August 19, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. in the district courtroom of the Lincoln County Courthousae, Libby, MT DATED this 18 day of July 2019. TRISH BROOKS, Clerk of the District Court s/s By Jen Brown Deputy Clerk of Court Published In The Western News July 23, 30 & August 6, 13, 2019 MNAXLP
Sunday, August 11
Kalispell man dead in motorcycle wreck
A 65-year-old Kalispell man died in a traffic accident Saturday morning on U.S. 2 west of Marion.
Friday, August 9
Legals August 9, 2019
MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY JERRY DEE TENEYCK, Plaintiff, vs. STACEY LEIGH JENKINS, Defendant. DV 19-106 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA sends greetings to named defendant, STACEY LEIGH JENKINS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint filed in this action, which is filed in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your answer and serve a copy thereof upon Ann C. German, attorney for the Plaintiff, within twenty one (21) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. ANN C. GERMAN Attorney for Plaintiff PO Box 1530 Libby, MT 59923 (406) 293-4191 Fax (406) 293-2435 THIS IS AN ACTION FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT AND TO TRANSFER TITLE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE FROM DEFENDANT TO PLAINTIFF. Witness my hand and the Seal of said Court this 7th day of August, 2019. TRISH BROOKS, Clerk of District Court s/s Jennie Lafond Deputy Published In The Western News August 9, 16, and 23, 2019. MNAXLP
Fire officials raise danger level to Very High
Cooperating Interagency Fire Officials across northwest Montana raised the Fire Danger Level from “High” to “Very High.”
Robert F. McGhee, 81
Robert F. McGhee, 81, died on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, at his home in Libby of natural causes.
Libby boys' fundraiser supports Wings Cancer Center
Ten-year-old Hunter Rooney truly knows how to inspire others.
Libby School officials prepare for new year
The first days of school in the Libby School District are right around the corner with parents and school officials feverishly preparing for the beginning of the 2019-20 school year.
Louise May McNair Baeth, 81
Louise May McNair Baeth, known to family and friends as “May,” passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019, at the age of 81 years.
One more Libby deer suspected of CWD
A sample from another white-tailed deer in Libby is suspected to be positive for chronic wasting disease.
Idaho woman with Libby connection charged with murder
A two-year-old road rage incident in Libby has been linked to a murder in Idaho.
Thursday, August 8
County Justice Court to absorb Libby City Court
With Libby City Court Judge Lucille Briggs retiring after many years on the bench, the City Council voted to accept a proposal from Lincoln County Justice Court to take on its caseload at Monday’s meeting.
Tuesday, August 6
Authorities: Man drowns in McGregor Lake
Officials on Tuesday were investigating the death of a man who apparently drowned in McGregor Lake, west of Marion.
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center hires new hospitalist
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is pleased to welcome hospitalist, Georgianna Coon, NP-C to the clinical staff.
Hunter education classes open for registration in Region 1
Hunter education courses are open to registration in several communities across northwest Montana, including Kalispell, Rexford, Pablo, Trout Creek and Bigfork.
Asbestos Superfund oversight meeting Aug. 12
The Libby Asbestos Superfund Oversight Committee will hold a conference call meeting at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12.
Three-time Masters champ Faldo coming to Eureka
Three time Masters Champion, Sir Nick Faldo, comes to Eureka, Montana, to the Wilderness Club Resort Aug. 31 and Sept. 7 to host a golf clinic and meet and greet barbecue.
Legals August 6, 2019
MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR LINCOLN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF CHRISTINE NADEEN ANDRUSCO-HIPPSLEY Petitioner DC-19-138 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE THIS IS NOTICE that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Christine Nadeen Andrusco-Hippsley to Christine Nadeen Andrusco. The hearing will be on August 19, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. in the district courtroom of the Lincoln County Courthousae, Libby, MT DATED this 18 day of July 2019. TRISH BROOKS, Clerk of the District Court s/s By Jen Brown Deputy Clerk of Court Published In The Western News July 23, 30 & August 6, 13, 2019 MNAXLP
Montana plans to bring broadband to Troy
Montana Lieutenant Governor Mike Cooney recently announced a strategic plan to bring reliable broadband to Troy and promote economic development, advance public health and safety, and enhance educational opportunities.
AUTHORITIES: MAN DROWNS IN MCGREGOR LAKE
Officials on Tuesday were investigating the death of a man who apparently drowned in McGregor Lake, west of Marion.
Friday, August 2
Legals August 2, 2019
Legal Notice Notice of Availability of a Draft Environmental Assessment Overman Western Stone has filed an application with the Department of Environmental Quality for an operating permit under the Metal Mine Reclamation Act. The operating permit would authorize the quarrying of masonry stone on private land owned by Jerry Paul Overman, located on Eagle View Road, approximately 15 miles northwest of Noxon, MT (Section 17, T28N, R33W), in Sanders County. The operation would mine a talus slope to produce masonry stone for use in home construction. Approximately 1,250 tons of rock material would be excavated annually. The permit area would cover about 20 acres with up to 15 acres to be disturbed. Approximately six to eight workers would be employed. hCopies of the draft EA can be reviewed at DEQ's office at 1520 E. 6th Ave., in Helena, MT. The draft EA will also be posted on DEQ's web page: www.deq.mt.gov. Comments must be received by September 6, 2019. For information on the project, contact: Herb Rolfes Operating Permit Section Supervisor DEQ Hard Rock Mining Bureau P.O. Box 200901 Helena, MT 59620-0901 (406) 444-3841 or email at hrolfes@mt.gov Published In The Western News August 2, 9, & 16, 2019. MNAXLP
Experts urge caution as wildlife season ramps up
With hotter and drier conditions and wildfire season ramping up, fire experts are urging caution.
Northwest towns concerned about selenium issues
Elk River fishing guide Paul Samycia cannot say for sure that the deformed westslope cutthroat trout he and others have caught have been affected by selenium pollution from large-scale coal mines upstream in the Elk Valley in British Columbia.
Judge vacates water discharge permit for Montanore Mine
HELENA (AP) — A judge has vacated a water-discharge permit for a silver and copper mine that would tunnel beneath the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness in northwestern Montana, saying state regulators violated clean water laws in issuing the permit to Hecla Mining Co.
Crews battle fire near Lower Thompson Lake
A wildlife located near where Sanders, Flathead and Lincoln counties meet was human-caused, according to fire officials.
Two accused of using Bible for drug smuggling
Two Northwest Montana people are facing charges of trying to smuggle drugs into the Lincoln County Jail inside a bible.
Thursday, August 1
Child's body identified as missing son of dead couple
The body of a 2-year-old child who was found at a campground in the West Fisher Creek area in Lincoln County last week has been identified as the son of an Oregon couple who died in a murder-suicide last week near Kalispell.
Libby water main break leaves hundreds without water
A water line break in Libby has left hundreds of people without water.
