Friday, May 31
Isabel Macy
Beau and Nicole Macy welcomed a baby girl on May 23, 2019, at 1:10 pm. Isabel Macy weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Jana Hall.
Legals May 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 The Matter of The Estate of Barry W. Adkins, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-46 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 Ellen A. Adkins, 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 May 13, 2019. s/ Ellen A. Adkins Personal Representative Personal Representative's Attorneys: Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Printed In The Western News May 24, 31, and June 7, 2019 MNAXLP
Government
City of Libby
Tegan Wolfe
Damion and Samantha Wolfe welcomed a baby boy on May 23, 2019, at 5:24 pm. Tegan Wolfe weighed 9 pounds, 3.7 ounces, and was 21.5 inches long. He was delivered by Dr. Jana Hall.
Libby 2024 class pledges to graduate
The 7th grade class at Libby Middle School took a pledge to graduate high school at the seventh annual I Pledge to Graduate breakfast May 23.
Libby veteran receives commendation for service
U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte of Montana presented Libby Air Force veteran John Alex the 2018 Montana Congressional Veterans Commendation for service served both in uniform and in the community, Friday at the Libby Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1548.
Troy Museum expands roots
Students from Troy’s after school program helped plant a tree at the Troy Museum for a late celebration of Arbor Day, May 23.
Troy's Leighty medals, Pierce beats personal record at state
Troy senior Hunter Leighty was the only placer for the Troy High School track and field team at the State Class B Track Meet last weekend, but it was a good day for junior Ella Pierce as well.
Loggers place, set new records at state
The Libby High School track and field team didn’t have a lot of high placers at the State Class A Track Meet last weekend, but there was still a lot accomplished by the Loggers.
Weekend Events
Graduations
Michael Shock
Michael D. Shock, 69, of Libby, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center after a brief battle with cancer. He was born Oct. 29, 1949, in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. He moved with his family to the Kalispell area when he was a young child. He attended Kalispell schools, and was involved in Search and Rescue.
Enrollment for Head Start open
Enrollment is now open for the 2019-2020 school year at Kootenai Valley Head Start for preschool-aged children.
Big Sky Bash memorials to loved ones
The Center for Asbestos Related Disease Foundation invites the community to memorialize loved ones who have passed away as a result of an asbestos related disease.
Shed fire erupts after resident torches weeds
A Libby resident accidentally caused her shed to catch fire after burning nearby weeds with a propane tank torch, Wednesday around noon by Wisconsin and East 6th Street in Libby.
Libby falls 16-8 in final game
The Libby High School Softball team fell to Polson 16-8 in their final game of the season, during an already emotional night as five seniors — Cerria Swagger, Linsey Walker, Samantha Miller, Emily Carvey and Sammee Bradeen — had their final night game at Remp Field.
The Libby levy vote Part three: Prevention vs. reaction
Libby deer tests positive for CWD
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials recently found a white-tailed doe that has initially tested positive Chronic Wasting Disease, the first instance west of the continental divide, and the animal was found within the Libby city limits.
The Extra Mile: 'Theater is a real joy'
Community theater is one of the many areas of community involvement that has been in decline for decades nationwide, according to research done by political scientist Robert Putnam. But in southern Lincoln County, one couple is dedicated to seeing community theater thrive.
Beginner's luck
Joyce Hart
Joyce Marie Hart, 61, of Libby, died on Monday, May 20, 2019, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. She was born on Sept. 26, 1957, at Murray, Kentucky, to Ernest and Lucille Bright.
Libby Senior Center Menu for June
Dinners are served with salad bar at 4:30 p.m. and main course from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Allison Skiles
Brandon Skiles and Victoria Pipton welcomed a baby girl on May 22, 2019, at 1:05 p.m. Allison Skiles weighed 8 pounds, 4.5 ounces, and was 20.5 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Kelli Jarrett.
Tuesday, May 28
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Legals May 28, 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 The Matter of The Estate of Donald E. Radabah, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-43 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 Chad F. Wyman, 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 May 9, 2019. s/ Chad F. Wyman, ersonal Representative Personal Representative's Attorneys: Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/C Mark Hash
Who Gave Their Lives...
On Monday, local residents and their families joined veterans organizations in Libby and Troy in ceremonies to remember those who have died in service to our country.
Libby has first win in Cranbrook doubleheader
The Libby Loggers American Legion Baseball team had their first win of the season Saturday, beating the Cranbrook Bandits 6-4 in the first game of a doubleheader.
Libby Dam season update
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers held an informational meeting about the Libby dam Wednesday, covering sturgeon habitat restoration progress, predicting a low precipitation season and showing fish growth.
Brake light leads to drug sentence
A Lincoln County man was given a three-year deferred sentence in Montana’s 19th Judicial District Court May 6, in Libby, for charges related to drug possession.
Heritage Museum Opening Day on Saturday
Opening Day at the Heritage Museum in Libby is Saturday, and volunteers will be on hand with a variety of displays and interactive activities for all ages.
The Libby levy vote: Part two Mentoring and student safety
Daines visit focuses on Montanore
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines visited the Montanore offices in Libby Friday to discuss the progress of the mine project with members of local government and the community.
Government Briefs
Lincoln County
Friday, May 24
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Daniel Devine
Daniel L. Devine, 57, passed away far too soon on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. He was born on August 15, 1961, at Leadville, Colorado, to Daniel and Linda Devine.
Legals May 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 The Matter of The Estate of Barry W. Adkins, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-46 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 Ellen A. Adkins, 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 May 13, 2019. s/ Ellen A. Adkins Personal Representative Personal Representative's Attorneys: Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Printed In The Western News May 24, 31, and June 7, 2019 MNAXLP
Government Briefs
Libby Elections
Libby choir concert
Libby students performed a variety of songs and solos at the Libby All Choirs Concert, Tuesday at the Libby Memorial Events Center.
The highest bidder
Meadowlark Log Homes hosted their annual Eagle Valley Amish Auction selling handmade cabins, furniture, pots, quilts, log homes and other miscellaneous goods, May 18.
Community helps teach students outdoor skills
McCormick and Yaak students learned how to pan for gold, make a compass, and shoot arrows, along with other various outdoors skills during the One-Room Rendezvous, a two day outdoor workshop, Wednesday.
Nine go to state for Libby track and field
The Libby High School track and field team sent nine athletes to state after the Western A Divisional May 17 through 18.
Troy places three in top ten at divisional
The Troy High School track and field team took five athletes to the Western B and C Divisional May 16, and three of them placed in the top ten in their events.
MHP Trooper Palmer released to home
Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Wade Palmer has been released and returned home Wednesday.
Bear hunter has accidental shooting
Things turned tragic for a father and son from Utah who came to the area looking to hunt bears on Tuesday, after an accidental discharge put the son’s life in jeopardy.
Kiwanis Family Fun Day
Families and children who came out for the Kootenai Kiwanis Family Fun Day in the Park May 18 had a chance to learn and engage with a variety of activities.
Memorial Day ceremonies
Libby
Man found asleep at end of manhunt
An eight-hour manhunt that began with a 911 call about a suspected stolen vehicle ended Tuesday night with the apprehension of a Polson man, found asleep in a cabin on Lake Creek Road with a stolen firearm on his hip.
Tuesday, May 21
Legals May 21, 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 The Matter of The Estate of Donald E. Radabah, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-43 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 Chad F. Wyman, 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 May 9, 2019. s/ Chad F. Wyman, ersonal Representative Personal Representative's Attorneys: Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/C Mark Hash
Lil' Anglers catching fun at the Mill Pond
The Lil’ Anglers Fishing Day at the Mill Pond had a good turnout from the community on Saturday.
Ben Graham Tournament new dates
The annual Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on a new weekend this year.
Local woman sentenced for drug possession
A Lincoln County woman was given a four-year sentence in Montana’s 19th Judicial District Court May 6, in Libby, for charges related to drug possession.
Local UM graduates for 2019
The University of Montana is graduating six from Libby and eight from Troy this year.
Men's Golf League
Men’s Golf League standings for May 7
Birds of the Yaak essay contest
The Yaak Valley Forest Council is, with the kind generosity of Livingston poet Marc Beaudin, sponsoring a Suggest-A-Poem contest for Troy, Libby and Yaak area students.
CHC Spring Fundraiser
The Northwest Community Health Center raised over $35,000 at their 10th Annual Spring Fundraiser, May 11 at the Memorial Events Center, according to organizers.
Closing date uncertain for TCO Sale to Town Pump final, plans are not
The Troy Town Pump will expand northeast along Highway 2 after the confirmed purchase of the TCO Lube and Tire property, but neither company officials nor TCO’s owner are certain when that will happen.
Cabinet View Ladies
The Cabinet View Ladies opened their 2019 season May 1.
Government briefs
Lincoln County
Troy Transitional Kindergarten
W.F. Morrison Elementary in Troy will offer a Transitional Kindergarten class for the 2019-2020 school year. This program is designed for young 5 year olds and children who will turn 5 during the first half of the 2019-2020 school year.
Libby and Troy at State Music Festival
Libby and Troy high schools participated in the State Music Festival in Helena May 3 and 4.
Libby senior receives prestigious scholarship
Libby High School senior Jayden Winslow is one of 230 graduates statewide to be offered the Montana University System Honor Scholarship.
New Troy sewer rate starts in July
The Troy City Council held a sparsely-attended public hearing on the 5 percent sewer rate increase Wednesday at Troy City Hall, and discussed whether future rate increases may be needed in coming years.
Friday, May 17
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Legals May 17, 2019
NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER FOR SALE KOOTENAI NATIONAL FOREST The Tween BD Salvage Sale is located within Portions of Sections 4, 5, 6, T33N, R28W and Portions of Sections 20 ,21, 31, 32, 33, T34N, R28W Lincoln County, State of Montana, PMM. The Forest Service will receive sealed bids in public at Eureka Ranger Station, Eureka, MT at 10:00 A.M. local time on 06/19/2019 for an estimated volume of 1277 ton of Western Larch and Other sawtimber marked or otherwise designated for cutting. The Forest Service reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Interesteda parties may obtain a prospectus from the office listed below. A prospectus, bid form and complete information concerning the times, the conditions of sale, and submission of bids is available to the public from the Eureka Ranger Station, 949 US Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Published In The Western News May 17, 2019. MNAXLP
Long-time weed expert to retire
Dan Williams kills for a living, that is, he exterminates noxious weeds, and he has been protecting northwestern Montana’s natural habitat for the past couple decades. Soon, he will be letting another leader take on the battle against invasive species.
Troy tennis takes multiple to state tournament
The Troy High School tennis team advanced several players from their Divisional Tournament against Bigfork May 10 and 11 to the State Tournament taking place this weekend.
Ervin Parker
Ervin A. Parker, 71, died May 13, 2019, at Libby, Montana. He was born April 7, 1948, at Glendive, Montana, to LaMont Parker and Severena Zabrocki Parker. The family moved to Livingston, Montana, where he was raised and educated.
Local artist carves statue to honor foresters
Overlooking Libby from the north side of the Kootenai River, a statue of a forester has been carved into a stump of a Ponderosa pine on the property of Lerah Parker.
School briefs
Libby Schools
Voices in the Wilderness: In the Sun
I hiked down off the mountain at 3:44 in the morning. It was the day after the summer solstice and there was already a thin line of light blue along the horizon. I moved quickly and carefully down the trail, guided by my headlamp and the downhill movement of gravity. I stopped suddenly, pulled by an invisible force in the darkness.
Despite bumps, Troy softball program still growing
Though they didn’t make it to the divisional tournament this year, the Troy High School softball team is only showing promise as a growing and improving program.
Libby softball giving strong finish to regular season
After winning the Battle of the Kootenai against Eureka, 14-8, on May 7, the Libby High School softball team went on to Butte, where they went 2-2 in several close games.
E-waste recycling; Landfill cell gets 4 more years
The Lincoln County Landfill is once again accepting e-waste for recycling, and will be through mid-August.
The ups and downs of STOKR
This year, the Scenic Tour of the Kootenai River brought 356 people from all over to help raise money to build houses in Lincoln County, Saturday.
Western Montana Mental Health returning
Representatives from Western Montana Mental Health Center told the Lincoln County Commissioners on May 8 that they want to begin bringing services back to Lincoln County.
Libby prepared heading into divisional tourny
Heading into divisionals this weekend, the Libby High School tennis team still had a few things to work on, but had come a long way from the beginning of the year.
Tuesday, May 14
Legals May 14, 2019
The Montana Department of Transportation is requesting bids for Supplying and Building Post and Truss Style Sand/Salt Storage Buildings at: Twin Bridges (MDT=313260-RO) Three Forks (MDT-313261-RP) Troy (MDT-313262-RP) These Invitation for Bids are available on the Montana Department of Administrations website at: Bids.mt.gov Contractors should check this website frequently. Addenda, and/or any other information relative to these bids will be posted to this website address. If you do not have access to this website, hard copies are available by contacting Richele Parkhurst at rparkhurst@mt.gov or (406) 657-0274 in Billings. The Montana Department of Transportation is an Affir¬mative Action Employer and encourages minorities and women to apply for this contract. MDT attempts to provide accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person participating in any service, program or activity of the Department. Alternative accessible formats of this information will be provided upon request. For further information call (406)444-9299; TTY 1 (800)335-7592; or through the Montana Relay at 711. Published In The Western News May 3, 10, 17, 2019. MNAXLP
Joan Schmidt
Joan C. Schmidt, 75, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby. She was born on Sept. 2, 1943, at Bismarck, North Dakota, to George and Violet House.
Troy's Leighty is state qualifier in three events
Saturday’s Bigfork Invitational was a mixed result for the Troy High School track and field team.
A new way of treating opioid addiction
Doctor Daniel Nauts, a Montana Primary Care Center Associate, gave a presentation about a new way of treating opioid addiction and about the state of fentanyl use in Montana at a Libby Community Roundtable, Thursday.
Former HHS worker instrumental in asbestos response
In 1999, when the Libby amphibole asbestos crisis first broke in the Seattle Post-Intelligencer and federal agencies began to respond, one of the first people on the scene was Aubrey Miller, from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Region 8 office.
Libby track and field is ready for divisional
After their performance at the Nelson-Thomas ABC Track Meet Saturday, the Libby High School track and field team’s coach said they are ready for divisionals.
Libby man sentenced on burglary plea
A Libby man was given a 10-year sentence with five years suspended in Montana’s 19th Judicial District Court May 6, after pleading guilty to burglary.
Daines supports improving rural broadband
Without access to broadband internet, students are unable to keep up in the classroom, patients are denied the promise of telemedicine tools and rural businesses are locked out of the global economy.
Troy industrial arts is not your father's shop class
At the Troy Middle-High School, the industrial arts program is teaching students skills that go beyond knowing how to follow instructions and complete basic tasks.
Congressional appropriators: please fund farm bill programs
The most recent farm bill was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Trump in December. However, simply enacting new legislation doesn’t mean Congress’ work is done. We now have to figure out how, and to what extent, these programs are funded.
Colony yields 200 cats Spay/neuter best prevention
The Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter is taking in around 200 cats from a colony in the Yaak, and spaying and neutering could have saved the cats’ owners a lot of trouble.
KNF has more than enough timber
In the April 2 issue of the Western News, I was struck by the following quote from Barry Dexter, of Stimson Lumber Co, referring to the need for a “steady reliable flow of timber” to support a sawmill in Libby: “...Stimson Lumber needs at least a quarter of a million acres of timber.”
House Democratic leader legislative wrap-up
Four months ago, as the newly-elected House Democratic leader for the 2019 Legislative Session, I made a promise to the people of Montana that Democrats would lead with solutions.
Black Gold Salvage Project to start soon
The Gold Hill Fire started on August 11, 2018, and continued into September, burning approximately 6,500 acres. During rehabilitation efforts, a small area of the fire that burned as part of the suppression effort was identified as having salvage potential.
Friday, May 10
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Legals May 10, 2019
James T. Carr CARR LAW FIRM, P.C. 611 Pleasant - P.O. Box 1257 Miles City, Montana 59301 Phone: (406) 234-4569 Attorney for Plaintiff MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY ERIC J. BASHORE, Cause No. DV-19-33 Plaintiff, vs. DONNA DORIS MILLER, LINCOLN COUNTY TREASURER, Lincoln County, Montana, 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 part thereof adverse to Plaintiff's ownership, or any cloud upon Plaintiff's title thereto, whether such claim or possible claim be present or contingent, including any claim or possible claim of dower, inchoate or accrued, and the unknown heirs, grantees and devisees of any of the above-named Defendants who may be deceased, and the wife of any heir or devisee, if married, and the successors of any named corporation, and the unknown owners of said real property, Defendants. SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS, AND TO ALL OTHER PERSONS UNKNOWN: You are hereby summoned to answer the Complaint in this action, which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, and file your answer and serve a copy thereof upon the Plaintiff's attorney 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 and answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. That said action is brought for the purposes of quieting title to the land situated in Lincoln County, Montana, and described as follows: Parcel 1: Lots 7 and 8 of Block 3 of the East Libby Addition to the City of Libby, according to the map or plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana (Lincoln County Tax Parcel No. 4826) Parcel 2: Lots 9, 10 and 11 of Block 3 of the East Libby Addition to the City of Libby, according to the map or plat thereof now on file in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana (Lincoln County Tax Parcel No. 4827) Parcel 3: Lot 5 in Block 3 of Mahoney Tracts, according to the official map or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Clerk and Recorder for Lincoln County, Montana (Lincoln County Tax Parcel No. 8905) WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court this 17th day of April, 2019. s/s TRICIA BROOKS Clerk of District Court By:s/s Jen Brown Deputy Clerk Published In The Western News April 26, May 3, & 10, 2019. MNAXLP
Troy chooses two trustees for school board
Troy elected two new members for the Troy Public Schools Board of Trustees on Tuesday.
Untold number of cats going to Libby Shelter
Animal control and animal shelter workers will be picking up dozens of cats to “get whatever we can get” on Friday morning due to a hoarding situation, according to the Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter in Libby.
Volunteers continue improvements at range
The unpaid, volunteer managers of the Lincoln County Shooting Complex are working on improvements.
Sinkhole on Montana
Part of Montana Avenue broke into a sinkhole roughly 3 feet wide Tuesday.
Public input sought in economic, growth policy planning
Three open houses are scheduled next week for Lincoln County residents to ask questions and give input about the draft Lincoln County Growth Policy, as well as the county’s draft Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy.
Libby wins Libby Middle School Meet
Libby Middle School hosted the Libby Middle School Meet at Logger Stadium on May 2. with the 8th grade Lady Loggers winning in the overall score with 88 points, and the boys winning overall with 93 points.
Libby approves $80,000 camera to find sewer issues Council split over $10,000 project planner contract
The Libby City Council approved plans to spend $80,000 on a camera to be used for locating sewer issues, voted to renew a $10,000 project planner contract and discussed creating a judiciary committee to prepare for the city judge’s ending contract, Monday at their regular meeting.
Libby Elementary School Mini-Meet
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Libby and Troy compete at Archie Roe, place in multiple events, Beagle first in 400m
The Libby and Troy high school track and field teams faced fierce competition Saturday at the Archie Roe in Kalispell, but came away in the top three in multiple events with several wins for Libby as well.
Tallica Wells
Jason and Emily Wells welcomed a baby girl on May 7, 2019, at 3:10 pm. Tallica Wells weighed 6 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 18.5 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Kelli Jarrett.
Dedicated volunteer track coach honored
This was Marge Kroeger’s last year of volunteering for 4th and 5th grade track and field Mini Meet for Libby Public Schools, and so she was honored at the meet on May 2.
Yaak students recognized for artwork
Yaak School students Ani Vick, 5th grade, and Jasmine Bilbrey, 3rd grade, both took second place for northwest Montana with entries in the 2019 Keep Montana Green Poster Contest. Their submitted art was not returned, but they each chose a favorite artwork they have done to pose with. The theme Vick painted a for the contest was to increase awareness wildfires and their causes. Vick painted a picture looking up into a forest from the ground, with fire consuming the trees. Bilbery painted a picture of people evacuating a house threatened by fire, as well as campers running from their tent in the midst of a fire. Both said that their paintings were inspired in part by their experiences living in the Yaak. (Ben Kibbey/The Western News)
Yaak Wings benefit raises over $36,000
The annual Wings benefit at the Yaak River Tavern and Mercantile raised over $36,000 this year, doing even better than last year, when they raised around $33,000.
Raymond Bell
Raymond “Jayson” Bell, 43, was born Dec. 15, 1975, and went to run his hounds in heaven the morning of May 4, 2019.
STOKR weekend: raising roofs for our neighbors
At a groundbreaking ceremony April 29, the latest family to receive help from Kootenai Valley Partners Habitat for Humanity dug the first shovels full where their home will be built.
Donation will put engine in Heritage Museum's Model T
The Heritage Museum in Libby received a donation for $2,000 April 23, to help put an engine in a 1918 Model T.
Troy VFW replaces Troy Museum flag
A new American flag was presented to the City of Troy by VFW Post 5514 in recognition of Loyalty Day, and the ceremony was attended by VFW Post 5514 Auxiliary members and city representatives, including Mayor Dallas Carr.
Tuesday, May 7
Internet, phone outage impacts Frontier customers
Landline telephones and internet service for Frontier customers were down in Lincoln County and northern Idaho Tuesday.
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Legals May 7, 2019
The Montana Department of Transportation is requesting bids for Supplying and Building Post and Truss Style Sand/Salt Storage Buildings at: Twin Bridges (MDT=313260-RO) Three Forks (MDT-313261-RP) Troy (MDT-313262-RP) These Invitation for Bids are available on the Montana Department of Administrations website at: Bids.mt.gov Contractors should check this website frequently. Addenda, and/or any other information relative to these bids will be posted to this website address. If you do not have access to this website, hard copies are available by contacting Richele Parkhurst at rparkhurst@mt.gov or (406) 657-0274 in Billings. The Montana Department of Transportation is an Affir¬mative Action Employer and encourages minorities and women to apply for this contract. MDT attempts to provide accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person participating in any service, program or activity of the Department. Alternative accessible formats of this information will be provided upon request. For further information call (406)444-9299; TTY 1 (800)335-7592; or through the Montana Relay at 711. Published In The Western News May 3, 10, 17, 2019. MNAXLP
Play ball! Opening Day in Libby and Troy See more on B2
Libby and Troy both had their Opening Day Parades for youth softball and baseball on Saturday.
Yaak Wings benefit success, Wings week rolls on
On Saturday, the annual Yaak Wings Benefit took place at the Yaak River Tavern and Mercantile, raising over $30,000 for Wings Regional Cancer Support.
Producers reminded of hail insurance program
The Montana Department of Agriculture is reminding producers to get covered through the State Hail Insurance Program. Montana producers can conveniently access and fill out applications for state hail insurance online by agr.mt.gov/Topics/Hail-Insurance.
Beckett Willis
Beckett Robert Willis was born on April 17, 2019, at Family Birth Services Birthing Suite. Beckett weighed 7 pounds, 9.5 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. Beckett was born to Matthew Willis and Haylie Debreen from Libby, and delivered by Joyce Vogel, Licensed Midwif
Libby Dam public information meeting May 22
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting a Libby Dam annual operations public information meeting in Libby, on Wednesday, May 22, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the K.W. Maki Theatre.
Libby's Carvey signs to play softball for Miles CC
Libby High School softball senior infielder Emily Carvey signed to play softball at Miles Community College on Wednesday.
FVCC Eagle Award nominations
Flathead Valley Community College is now accepting nominations for community members to be considered for the prestigious Eagle Award.
MDT resumes Hwy. 2 Swamp Creek project
The Montana Department of Transportation announced construction southeast of Libby on Highway 2 on the Swamp Creek East project has resumed this week.
Interim forest supervisor on track to sell timber, setting groundwork for successor
Kootenai National Forests’s temporary forest supervisor is on track to sell roughly 78 million board feet of timber this season, with plans to salvage burnt timber from last year’s fires, but mostly, to get back to cutting green trees.
2019 Wildfire Season: Prepare, Prevent, Protect
The governors of Montana and ten other Western states have proclaimed May as Wildfire Awareness Month. Fire prevention agencies and organizations across the state invite all Montanans to participate. Spring is an ideal time to raise awareness about how we can all help improve our communities wildfire preparedness and learn what risk reduction steps we can take to prepare our families and properties for wildfire.
Conservation Stewardship Program signup is underway
Farmers and ranchers interested in enrolling in the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) have until May 10 to submit paperwork.
Starting at the beginning: coalition unifies resources
Drawing on schools, community resources and local professionals, the Lincoln County Best Beginnings Coalition is building up the community from the roots.
Lloyd Wagner
Williebee the balloon man entered into this world as Lloyd Franklin Wagner on February 11, 1934, in Lincoln, Nebraska. He was the sixth child of John and Louise (Jaenicke) Wagner.
Tickets on sale for Bibler Spring Weekends and Mother's Day Brunch
Tickets are on sale for the Bibler Home and Gardens Spring Weekends and Mother’s Day Brunch. Hosted by the Flathead Valley Community College Foundation in partnership with the Bibler Foundation, proceeds from these events support student scholarships at FVCC.
Nearing State Tourny, Libby has 10-6 record
The Libby High School softball team is 10-6 for the season with the State Tournament looming at the end of May.
Libby Schools, Head Start host workshop
Angela Fraley, a conscious discipline instructor, taught parents how to focus on showing their children behaviors and actions in order to help young minds learn, during a parenting workshop, Tuesday at Kootenai Valley Head Start.
Moody's Dirty Laundry fire damage extensive
A fire in Moody’s Dirty Laundry & Self-Service Dog Wash spread across the attic, requiring firefighters to tear parts of the roof off to locate and extinguish the flames, Thursday night in Libby.
Trojan JV may have the confidence varsity needs
The Troy High School softball team has had a rough go since their last win against Thompson Falls in April.
Friday, May 3
Carrie Nolan
Carrie May Nolan loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away Saturday, April 27, 2019, in Kalispell, Montana.
Legals May 3, 2019
The Montana Department of Transportation is requesting bids for Supplying and Building Post and Truss Style Sand/Salt Storage Buildings at: Twin Bridges (MDT=313260-RO) Three Forks (MDT-313261-RP) Troy (MDT-313262-RP) These Invitation for Bids are available on the Montana Department of Administrations website at: Bids.mt.gov Contractors should check this website frequently. Addenda, and/or any other information relative to these bids will be posted to this website address. If you do not have access to this website, hard copies are available by contacting Richele Parkhurst at rparkhurst@mt.gov or (406) 657-0274 in Billings. The Montana Department of Transportation is an Affir¬mative Action Employer and encourages minorities and women to apply for this contract. MDT attempts to provide accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person participating in any service, program or activity of the Department. Alternative accessible formats of this information will be provided upon request. For further information call (406)444-9299; TTY 1 (800)335-7592; or through the Montana Relay at 711. Published In The Western News May 3, 10, 17, 2019. MNAXLP
EPA updates, assures county commissioners
The Lincoln County Commissioners received updates April 24 from the EPA and the Montana Department of Environmental Quality.
Wings: neighbors helping neighbors
In 1995, Wings Regional Cancer Support first came together to help community members in Flathead and Lincoln Counties with the out-of-pocket expenses associated with cancer treatment.
LVA recognizes decades of volunteer service
Libby Volunteer Ambulance members held a banquet to recognize the years, and for some, decades, of volunteer time served in Lincoln County, Saturday at the LVA ambulance barn in Libby.
Arbor Day celebrated in Libby
The City of Libby recognized Arbor Day this year by planting trees in the small park next to the Libby Police Department.
Troy School Board of Trustees candidate Q&A
There will be no candidate forum for the Troy Public Schools Board of Trustees prior to the Tuesday, May 7 election.
Estella Phillips
Tyson Madden and Nickolle Phillips welcomed a baby girl on April 22, 2019, at 1:49 p.m. Estella Ryn Phillips weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Jana Hall of Cabinet Peaks Medical Center.
Farmers Market at Libby starts May 9
The grand opening of The Farmers Market at Libby is Thursday, May 9, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the lawn of the Libby Area Chamber, on Highway 2.
Libby wins county meet
The Lincoln County Track Meet saw good successes for both the Loggers and the Trojans. Libby won the overall score in both the boys and girls events.
Libby car fire, possible arson under investigation
A car “suspiciously” caught fire early Tuesday morning between 5 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. in the Three Corner Mobile Home Park trailer court in Libby, according to officials on the scene.
Roselynn Bailey
Quentin and Shelby Bailey welcomed a baby girl on April 26, 2019, at 10:06 p.m. Roselynn Bailey weighed 8 pounds and was 21 inches long. She was delivered by Dr. Felicia Lucas of Cabinet Peaks Medical Center.
Law enforcement escort Special Olympics torch
Local law enforcement from Libby, Troy and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office led the way Monday, shepherding the Special Olympics Torch from the Idaho border to the eastern edge of the county, and joined by many community members along the way.
