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Tuesday, December 31

Thorstenson pleads not guilty to burglary, theft charges
December 31, 2019 10:33 a.m.

Thorstenson pleads not guilty to burglary, theft charges

A Libby man faces burglary and theft charges after allegedly squatting in a Lakeshore Drive vacation home earlier this year.

December 31, 2019 10:25 a.m.

Sheriff's Office incident log

The law roundup is compiled from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office incident log. It is not meant to serve as an exhaustive account.

The Western News 2019 Year In Review, Part 2
December 31, 2019 10:20 a.m.

The Western News 2019 Year In Review, Part 2

Join The Western News team in taking a look back at the biggest stories of the first half of 2019.

December 31, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 31, 2019

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 cmhash@hashlaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF DAVID DUANE THOMAS ARNOLD, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-94 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 Tonya K. Arnold the 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. s/ Tonya K. Arnold Personal Representative Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Published In The Western News December 17, 24, & 31, 2019. MNAXLP

Monday, December 30

December 30, 2019 10:17 a.m.

Marijuana aid would help the impoverished

Dear comrades,

December 30, 2019 10:16 a.m.

County commissioners approve $848,000 for emergency services

A major upgrade of Lincoln County’s emergency communications and records systems will cost $848,000, slightly less than law enforcement officials originally estimated.

December 30, 2019 10:15 a.m.

Woman faces drug, theft charges after sheriff's deputies locate stolen car

A Libby woman faces a slew of charges after Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office deputies found her in a stolen vehicle outside of an Avenue B home Dec. 22.

December 30, 2019 10:15 a.m.

Sheriff's office blotter

Dec. 19

The Western News 2019 Year In Review, Part 1
December 30, 2019 10:14 a.m.

The Western News 2019 Year In Review, Part 1

Join The Western News team in taking a look back at the biggest stories of the first quarter of 2019.

December 30, 2019 10:13 a.m.

Libby Library book sale Jan. 3

The Libby Friends of the Library’s first book sale of the new year will be held Friday, Jan. 3.

Friday, December 27

December 27, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 27, 2019

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 cmhash@hashlaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF ROBERT L. ROSENCRANS, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-98 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representa-tive 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 Marquita Peterson, the 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 this 6th day of December 2019. s/ Marquita Peterson Personal Representative Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Published in The Western News December 13, 20 and 27, 2019. MNAXLP

Tuesday, December 24

Weyerhaeuser land buyer seeks to assuage fears
December 24, 2019 10:36 a.m.

Weyerhaeuser land buyer seeks to assuage fears

A law firm representing the potential new owner of 630,000 acres of prime timberland sought to allay growing concerns about future access to the property over the weekend.

CPMC gala breaks fundraising record
December 24, 2019 10:35 a.m.

CPMC gala breaks fundraising record

Officials with Cabinet Peaks Medical Center said the local organization’s annual gala raised a record-setting amount of funds earlier this month.

Geol L. Yeadon
December 24, 2019 10:34 a.m.

Geol L. Yeadon

Geol L. Yeadon was born on Jan. 16, 1968, in Greybull, Wyo., to George and Patricia Yeadon.

December 24, 2019 10:33 a.m.

No headline

The law roundup is compiled from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office incident log. It is not meant to serve as an exhaustive account.

December 24, 2019 10:32 a.m.

Hearing set for sewer rate increase

Libby City Council set aside Jan. 21 for a public hearing on proposed sewer rate increases.

Business owner offers to restore city wreaths
December 24, 2019 10:31 a.m.

Business owner offers to restore city wreaths

A local business owner has volunteered to take over the upkeep and hanging of holiday wreaths around Libby after city officials deemed the tradition too expensive and time consuming.

Jane Anderson
December 24, 2019 10:26 a.m.

Jane Anderson

Jane Anderson died Nov. 29, 2019, in Fairfax, Va. Jane was born in Libby on Aug. 4, 1952. She joins her mother, Rhea Fewkes Anderson, and father, Russ Anderson, and is survived by her two older brothers, Ron and Rich, and her niece and nephew, Amy and Rich.

December 24, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 24, 2019

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 cmhash@hashlaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF DAVID DUANE THOMAS ARNOLD, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-94 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 Tonya K. Arnold the 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. s/ Tonya K. Arnold Personal Representative Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Published In The Western News December 17, 24, & 31, 2019. MNAXLP

Monday, December 23

December 23, 2019 5:13 p.m.

Pedestrian killed after being struck by car

A pedestrian died after stepping in front of a vehicle near Mile Marker 20 on State Highway 56 on Dec. 21, say Montana Highway Patrol officials.

Friday, December 20

Pomeroy pleads not guilty to drunk driving charges
December 20, 2019 12:14 p.m.

Pomeroy pleads not guilty to drunk driving charges

Adriane L. Pomeroy, 42, of Libby pleaded not guilty Dec. 16 to multiple charges stemming from her arrest for allegedly driving under the influence in late November.

December 20, 2019 11:30 a.m.

No headline

The law roundup is compiled from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office incident log. It is not meant to serve as an exhaustive account.

Victor V. Crace, Jr., 64
December 20, 2019 11:30 a.m.

Victor V. Crace, Jr., 64

Victor V. Crace, Jr., 64, died of a sudden heart attack Dec. 13, 2019, at home in Libby. He was born in Toledo, Ore., Feb. 21, 1955, to Victor Crace and Peggy Garonski Crace.

Frances Irene “Sally” Noyes
December 20, 2019 11:09 a.m.

Frances Irene “Sally” Noyes

Frances Irene “Sally” Noyes died Dec. 9, 2019. She was born to Gertrude (Prichard) and Richard Fields in Sidney, Montana.

Sigea sentenced for possession charges
December 20, 2019 10:50 a.m.

Sigea sentenced for possession charges

Dylan Tanner Sigea will serve three years of a five-year sentence after being caught by law enforcement with a plethora of illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia in 2018.

December 20, 2019 10:50 a.m.

Peck: Weyerhaeuser land sale a 'disaster' for county

A “disaster,” is how Lincoln County Commissioner Mark Peck described the potential sale of 630,000 acres of timberland in northwest Montana.

Greenchain enjoy fourth place finish at annual Bob Kinney Classic
December 20, 2019 10:49 a.m.

Greenchain enjoy fourth place finish at annual Bob Kinney Classic

Senior Trey Thompson led a young, but hungry Libby Greenchain squad to a fourth place finish overall at the Bob Kinney Classic in Superior on Dec. 14.

City council establishes new zoning commission
December 20, 2019 10:48 a.m.

City council establishes new zoning commission

Meet the new board, same as the old board.

December 20, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 20, 2019

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 cmhash@hashlaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF DONALD N. SWENNES, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-91 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 Kristine D. Berke, the 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 this 22nd day of November, 2019 s/ Kristine D. Berke Personal Representative Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Published In The Western News December 6, 13, & 20, 2019. MNAXLP

Tuesday, December 17

Fire officials investigate deadly blaze
December 17, 2019 11:01 a.m.

Fire officials investigate deadly blaze

A mobile home fire that left one person and seven dogs dead over the weekend remains under investigation by Libby fire officials.

Lady Loggers win under new head coach; boys top Troy
December 17, 2019 11 a.m.

Lady Loggers win under new head coach; boys top Troy

The Lady Loggers cruised to a 56-12 victory over Troy on Dec. 12, but senior Syd Gier said the final score belied the pressure the squad felt heading into their home opener.

December 17, 2019 10:51 a.m.

Evidence of wolves lacking in Libby

Despite following up on various sightings and other reports, Montana State Game Warden Tamie Laverdure-Fitchett has no new evidence of wolves operating within Libby city limits.

End of an era for Nordicfest
December 17, 2019 10:49 a.m.

End of an era for Nordicfest

Nordicfest is no more.

December 17, 2019 10:48 a.m.

Charland freed on bail after gun incident

A Northwest Montana man is free on bail after a recent shooting incident in Flathead County.

Casazza arraigned on mulitple charges
December 17, 2019 10:46 a.m.

Casazza arraigned on mulitple charges

A Eureka man accused of trying to escape police custody last month was arraigned on criminal possession of dangerous drugs and tampering with evidence charges in Lincoln County District Court on Dec. 9.

December 17, 2019 10:46 a.m.

Mocko receives suspended sentence for drug charge

Teresa Carr Mocko will serve two years of a suspended five-year sentence after pleading guilty to criminal possession of dangerous drugs in Lincoln County District Court.

December 17, 2019 10:45 a.m.

Tessa Genese Kneller

Logan and Kimberly Kneller welcomed a baby girl on Dec. 3, 2019, at the birthing suite of Family Birth Services. Tessa Genese Kneller weighed nine pounds, 12 ounces and was 21-and-a-half inches long. She was delivered by licensed midwife Joyce Vogel.

December 17, 2019 10:39 a.m.

Our troops deserve recognition and thanks this holiday season

The holiday season is upon us. Montana families across our state are giving thanks and enjoying quality time with their families and loved ones.

December 17, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 17, 2019

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 cmhash@hashlaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF DAVID DUANE THOMAS ARNOLD, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-94 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 Tonya K. Arnold the 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. s/ Tonya K. Arnold Personal Representative Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Published In The Western News December 17, 24, & 31, 2019. MNAXLP

Sunday, December 15

One dead after structure fire on Kootenai Vista Road
December 15, 2019 6:08 p.m.

One dead after structure fire on Kootenai Vista Road

A structure fire on Kootenai Vista Road left at least one person dead Sunday, fire officials said.

Friday, December 13

December 13, 2019 3:57 p.m.

Avalanche warning issued for northwestern Montana

A backcountry avalanche warning was issued Friday morning for the Swan Range, Flathead Range and Glacier National Park region.

Libby ambulance spurns county talks
December 13, 2019 11:22 a.m.

Libby ambulance spurns county talks

Discussions about the future of emergency medical services in Lincoln County hit a snag last week after Libby Volunteer Ambulance Service withdrew from the talks.

December 13, 2019 11:21 a.m.

Moe changes plea in assault case

Kenneth Marvin Moe pleaded guilty to a single felony charge of criminal endangerment following a fight in March that left his then girlfriend in intensive care.

James H. White, 81
December 13, 2019 11:20 a.m.

James H. White, 81

James H. White (Jim), 81, of Libby, passed Nov. 8, 2019, at Libby Care Center of natural causes — or a possible car accident!

December 13, 2019 11:20 a.m.

Sheriff's Office incident log

The law roundup is compiled from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office incident log. It is not meant to serve as an exhaustive account.

Knight to serve three years on drug charge
December 13, 2019 11:19 a.m.

Knight to serve three years on drug charge

District Court Judge Matthew Cuffe handed a three-year sentence down to Kaylynn Knight on Dec. 9 for criminal possession of dangerous drugs after she struck a deal with prosecutors.

December 13, 2019 11:15 a.m.

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:

William James Taylor, 79
December 13, 2019 11:10 a.m.

William James Taylor, 79

William James “Bill” Taylor, 79, died from natural causes at his residence on Dec. 8, 2019.

December 13, 2019 11:06 a.m.

Playground planned in teacher's memory

Fellow educators hope to memorialize beloved local teacher Judy Graham’s memory in a new playground at Libby Elementary School.

December 13, 2019 11:04 a.m.

Ryan Lamb pleads guilty to negligent homicide

A Flathead Valley man has pleaded guilty to stabbing his boyfriend to death.

December 13, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 13, 2019

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 cmhash@hashlaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF DONALD N. SWENNES, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-91 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 Kristine D. Berke, the 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 this 22nd day of November, 2019 s/ Kristine D. Berke Personal Representative Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Published In The Western News December 6, 13, & 20, 2019. MNAXLP

Tuesday, December 10

Hitchhiker arraigned on drug, paraphernalia charges
December 10, 2019 10:43 a.m.

Hitchhiker arraigned on drug, paraphernalia charges

A homeless woman who hitchhiked a ride to Libby with her two dogs before refusing to get out of the motorist’s vehicle now faces multiple drug possession charges.

Delores Delaine Journot, 80
December 10, 2019 10:42 a.m.

Delores Delaine Journot, 80

Delores Delaine Journot, 80, of Libby, passed away of natural causes Nov. 16 in Great Falls, surrounded by family and her two fur babies.

Loggers' Trey Thompson shines in Owen Invitational
December 10, 2019 10:41 a.m.

Loggers' Trey Thompson shines in Owen Invitational

Trey Thompson led the way for the Libby Loggers at the Owen Invitational wrestling tournament over the weekend, placing first in his weight class.

Mark Romey
December 10, 2019 10:37 a.m.

Mark Romey

Mark Romey died from a stroke while visiting family in Eau Claire, Wisc. Mark had a long, successful career with the United States Forest Service. He is survived in Libby by his wife Sandy, his son Jesse in Michigan and his daughter Amy in Wisconsin.

Fred Nelson, 91
December 10, 2019 10:37 a.m.

Fred Nelson, 91

Fred Nelson, 91, longtime Montana music educator and Missoula resident, died Dec. 5 in Libby.

Wildlife management plan to address turkey troubles
December 10, 2019 10:36 a.m.

Wildlife management plan to address turkey troubles

Libby officials are embarking on an effort to create a wildlife management plan that addresses a creature that residents and authorities alike describe as messy, aggressive and occasionally violent: the wild turkey.

December 10, 2019 10:32 a.m.

Sheriff's Office Blotter

The law roundup is compiled from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office incident log. It is not meant to serve as an exhaustive account.

Court rules Hornback must abide by plea agreement
December 10, 2019 10:32 a.m.

Court rules Hornback must abide by plea agreement

After unsuccessfully attempting to withdraw from a plea deal struck with prosecutors in 1988, Robert Hornback must abide by the parole restrictions of the arrangement following a Dec. 3 ruling in Lincoln County District Court.

December 10, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 10, 2019

Benjamin J Mann, 33833674 Brian J. Porter, 52567750 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 376 East 400 South, Suite 300 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 Phone: (804)355-2886 Facsimile: (801)328-9714 brian@HWNLawFirm.com HWM File 49494 MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association fka The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A., Indenture Trustee for Residential Asset Mortgage Products, Inc., GMACM Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-GH1 Plaintiff, v. Michael McCully; Roxanne McCully; Capital One Bank (USA), N.A.; Cavalry Portfolio Services, LLC, as Assignee of Cavalry Investments, LLC/Chase Bank USA, N.A./Washington Mutual Bank; Citibank N.A.; Collection Bureau Services, Inc.; and any person in possession Defendants. Cause No. DV-19-154 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA , TO MICHAEL MCCULLY: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, which is filed in the above entitled Court. A copy of same is served upon you. You must file your written answer with the above entitled Court and serve a copy upon the Plaintiff, or Plaintiff's attorney within thirty days after the last day this Summons is published, exclusive of the last day of publication. FAILURE TO APPEAR AND ANSWER will allow judgement to be taken against you by default, for the relief demanded in the Complaint. This action is to foreclose a deed of trust upon the following described real property in the County of Lincoln, State of Montana. The real property has an address of 6400 Highway 93 North aka 6400 US Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917, and is more particularly described as follows: Lot 1 of MADELINE SUBDIVISION, according to the Plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana. Plat #133753, excepting therefrom all that portion as shown and described on Certificate of Survey #2832, records of Lincoln County, Montana. A $70.00 filing fee must accompany the answer at the time of filing. /s/ Annie Lafond Annie Lafond Deputy Clerk of District Court Published in The Western News November 26, December 3, 10, 2019. MNAXLP

Friday, December 6

December 6, 2019 11:05 a.m.

Habitat for Humanity seeks new applicants

The Kootenai Valley Partners Habitat for Humanity is looking for a family in need of housing.

December 6, 2019 11:04 a.m.

Neff to depart city planning board

Libby Planning Board member Gary Neff has resigned ahead of his reappointment to the committee.

December 6, 2019 11:03 a.m.

Fee proposed for Libby businesses behind on annual license renewals

Failing to renew a business license with City Hall may soon hit Libby merchants in the pocketbook.

December 6, 2019 11:02 a.m.

Candidate selected to run county

Although not yet official, the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners is prepared to select Troy resident Patrick McFadden as the new county administrator.

Keffer pleads not guilty to assault, child endangerement charges
December 6, 2019 10:56 a.m.

Keffer pleads not guilty to assault, child endangerement charges

James Douglas Keffer pleaded not guilty to charges of aggressive assault and endangering the welfare of a child in Lincoln County District Court on Dec. 2.

December 6, 2019 10:55 a.m.

Stop overlooking good news

December 6, 2019 10:55 a.m.

Climate change puts future at risk

So we know the earth is getting warmer at a rapid rate, and that the temperature increase is due to the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. What are the sources of these gases?

December 6, 2019 10:54 a.m.

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:

Southwest Montana remains a jewel of the state
December 6, 2019 10:51 a.m.

Southwest Montana remains a jewel of the state

For the most part, the physical and social geography of southwest Montana has changed little with the passage of time.

Police: Reed tampered with witnesses
December 6, 2019 10:50 a.m.

Police: Reed tampered with witnesses

A Libby man arrested for allegedly strangling and assaulting his girlfriend now faces a witness tampering charge after authorities said he tried to convince the victim to recant her statement to law enforcement.

December 6, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 6, 2019

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 cmhash@hashlaw.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF DONALD N. SWENNES, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-91 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 Kristine D. Berke, the 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 this 22nd day of November, 2019 s/ Kristine D. Berke Personal Representative Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Published In The Western News December 6, 13, & 20, 2019. MNAXLP

Tuesday, December 3

Judith Caroline Green Graham
December 3, 2019 11:12 a.m.

Judith Caroline Green Graham

Judith Caroline Green Graham passed away on the morning of Nov. 23, 2019, of complications from a heart attack.

Jacquelyn Castleberry, 73
December 3, 2019 11:10 a.m.

Jacquelyn Castleberry, 73

Jacquelyn “Jackie” Castleberry passed away into God’s loving arms Nov. 20, 2019, in Billings Clinic Hospital at the age of 73 after a brief battle with cancer.

December 3, 2019 11:05 a.m.

Cold weather locally belies threat posed by warming on a global scale

The mission of the Kootenai Climate Group is to help our community understand climate science, identify associated issues, and promote local and global solutions.

December 3, 2019 10:51 a.m.

Making new family out in the wilderness

Being outdoors has always been an integral part of my life, but there is a distinct difference between being outdoors and being in the wilderness.

December 3, 2019 10:51 a.m.

Sheriff's Office roundup

The law roundup is compiled from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office incident log. It is not meant to serve as an exhaustive account.

Bassett charged with possession, intent to distribute
December 3, 2019 10:48 a.m.

Bassett charged with possession, intent to distribute

A 27-year-old Libby man faces drug possession and intent to distribute charges after authorities found hydrocodone pills and a kilo of dab marijuana in his vehicle during a Nov. 9 traffic stop.

December 3, 2019 10:34 a.m.

Library group to hold book sale

The Libby Friends of the Library will hold a book sale Dec. 6, complete with a display for holiday shoppers.

December 3, 2019 10:34 a.m.

Governor's grizzly advisory council meets for third time

Gov. Steve Bullock’s Grizzly Bear Advisory Council will meet in Missoula on Dec. 4 and 5 to discus conflict prevention, interagency responses, and education and outreach efforts.

December 3, 2019 10:32 a.m.

Trust lands bring in nearly $46m for schools

State land generated $45,980,220 for public K-12 schools in 2019, state officials announced last week.

Delores Delaine Journet, 80
December 3, 2019 10:31 a.m.

Delores Delaine Journet, 80

Delores Delaine Journet, 80, of Libby, passed away Nov. 16 in Great Falls of natural causes, surrounded by family, and her two fur babies.

December 3, 2019 10:23 a.m.

Gianforte is the right pick for governor

December 3, 2019 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 3, 2019

Benjamin J Mann, 33833674 Brian J. Porter, 52567750 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. 376 East 400 South, Suite 300 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 Phone: (804)355-2886 Facsimile: (801)328-9714 brian@HWNLawFirm.com HWM File 49494 MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association fka The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A., Indenture Trustee for Residential Asset Mortgage Products, Inc., GMACM Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-GH1 Plaintiff, v. Michael McCully; Roxanne McCully; Capital One Bank (USA), N.A.; Cavalry Portfolio Services, LLC, as Assignee of Cavalry Investments, LLC/Chase Bank USA, N.A./Washington Mutual Bank; Citibank N.A.; Collection Bureau Services, Inc.; and any person in possession Defendants. Cause No. DV-19-154 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA , TO MICHAEL MCCULLY: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, which is filed in the above entitled Court. A copy of same is served upon you. You must file your written answer with the above entitled Court and serve a copy upon the Plaintiff, or Plaintiff's attorney within thirty days after the last day this Summons is published, exclusive of the last day of publication. FAILURE TO APPEAR AND ANSWER will allow judgement to be taken against you by default, for the relief demanded in the Complaint. This action is to foreclose a deed of trust upon the following described real property in the County of Lincoln, State of Montana. The real property has an address of 6400 Highway 93 North aka 6400 US Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917, and is more particularly described as follows: Lot 1 of MADELINE SUBDIVISION, according to the Plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana. Plat #133753, excepting therefrom all that portion as shown and described on Certificate of Survey #2832, records of Lincoln County, Montana. A $70.00 filing fee must accompany the answer at the time of filing. /s/ Annie Lafond Annie Lafond Deputy Clerk of District Court Published in The Western News November 26, December 3, 10, 2019. MNAXLP