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Bits n' pieces from east, west and beyond

East, west or beyond, sooner or later events elsewhere may have a local impact.

“Abe” impersonator relished Libby Nordicfest parade

To all Lincoln County Republican Club members:

The hot topic of gun control laws

Gun control is certainly a hot topic of the day but the proposals to outlaw semi-automatic weapons and passing of “red-flag” laws are unrealistic, unenforceable and patently unconstitutional.

Troy man accused of threatening to kill police

A child custody dispute resulted in criminal charges against a Troy resident after law enforcement officers said he threatened to kill them.

Trojans volleyball guts out win over Bigfork

The Troy volleyball team scored a three-set win over Bigfork Tuesday.

Libby's Johnston excelling at Arizona State

There haven’t been too many golfers the caliber of Libby native Ryggs Johnston to come from Montana - Kalispell’s Alice Ritzman is one - but the Lincoln County star is proving his mettle as a collegian.

Libby woman bags bear with bow

Pacific Trail talk spurs residents' passions

Montana’s Environmental Quality Council met on Sept. 25 to discuss a number of pressing concerns in the Libby area, including the Pacific Northwest Trail.

CWD workshop illustrates testing process

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks provided the Environmental Quality Council with a chronic wasting disease workshop in Libby Wednesday morning.

Winter weather on the way to Northwest Montana

While fall may be less than a week old a significant weather system may make it seem more like winter across Northwest Montana.

EPA: Canadian mines polluting Koocanusa

Results from a water-quality sampling project on the Kootenai River indicate there are elevated levels of selenium in water and fish tissue and elevated nitrates in water — two findings the United States Environmental Protection Agency says are associated with upstream mining sources in Canada’s Elk Valley and at Lake Koocanusa.

Legals September 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 DAVID SHELTON, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-75 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 Arla Shelton, 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 10th day of September 2019 s/Arla Shelton Personal Representative Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash Published In The Western News September 20, 27 and October 4, 2019. MNAXLP

Dodson named new Lincoln County Undersheriff

Lincoln County has a new undersheriff.

Bits n' pieces from East, West and beyond

East, west or beyond, sooner or later events elsewhere may have a local impact.

After school program available for kids 4-12

The Kootenai Valley Christian School will open an after school program Tuesday, Oct. 1.

Corwin Auto Group takes reins of Eisinger dealerships

The Kalispell Chevrolet and Honda dealerships previously known as Eisinger Motors and Eisinger Honda are now under the names Corwin Motors and Corwin Honda of Kalispell.

Project Ascent hosting fall bird migration program

Join Project Ascent for a unique fall outdoor educational program entitled “Autumn Wings, Woodpeckers, and Wildfire” Saturday, Oct. 5.

Another Libby white-tail suspected of Chronic Wasting Disease

An additional white-tailed deer in the Libby area is suspected to be positive for chronic wasting disease.

More fraud charges against Bonners Ferry man

Additional charges have been filed by Montana state prosecutors against a Bonners Ferry man who operated a financial services in Troy.

Troy Trojans slam Victor to end losing streak

It’s been nearly four years since the Troy Trojans walked off a football field as winners, but Friday in Victor, they did.

Libby Loggers rout Columbia Falls, 54-14

A pick six and the recovery of an onside kick helped propel the Libby Loggers to a 54-14 win Friday night over Columbia Falls.

Legals September 24, 2019

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Smoke-Brulee Timber Sale is located within Section 16, T27N-R29W, on the State's Libby Unit. Approximately 21,652 tons, consisting primarily Douglas-fir sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on October 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Divsion (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $10,501.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Libby Unit Office in Libby, MT (406-293-2711). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published In The Western News September 17, 24, October 1 and 8, 2019. MNAXLP

Libby infant doing well after receiving new heart

A baby boy from Libby has a new heart and is doing well.

Feral hogs encroaching on northern border

Looming among our neighbors to the north is an invasive species Montana experts say would cause extensive environmental degradation to the Big Sky state, should they ever successfully saunter across the border.

New medical screening test to detect osteoporosis

It is normal to think of our bones as solid, rigid structures and indeed they are to a certain extent.

Beckett Robert Willis

Beckett Robert Willis was born April 17, 2019, at Family Birth Services Birthing Suite.

Libby volleyball claims Battle of the Kootenai

The Libby Loggers girls volleyball team won the annual Battle of the Kootenai match against Eureka, 3-0, Tuesday.

30th Runnerfell held under sunny skies

The 30th Annual Runnerfell was held under bright, sunny skies with more than 200 youths from Libby racing to the finish line at the Libby Elementary School.

Chainsaw carving competition winners announced

The winners of the 2019 International Chainsaw Carving Championship have been announced.

Buddy Walk to be held Sunday, Oct. 6 in Kalispell

The third annual Flathead Valley Buddy Walk, part of a nation-wide effort to promote awareness about Down Syndrome, will be held Sunday, Oct. 6, at the Kidsport Soccer Complex in Kalispell.

Troy man charged after airport fracas

A Troy man is facing charges after law enforcement said he tried to assault and destroy another man’s vehicle during a recent altercation at the Troy Airport.

Gloria D. Gustafson, 77

Gloria Dawn Gustafson, 77, passed away at home with her husband by her side.

Are our political leaders taking us to bankruptcy?

There seems to be a parallel between “winning a seat in Congress” (or any elected position) and “winning the lottery.”

Letter writer: Stapleton unfit to hold office

It seems that everyone in Montana except Cory Stapleton knows that he is unqualified to fill any elected position. Stapleton seems either incompetent, corrupt, or possibly both.

Montana gets $9M for border security

U.S. Senator Jon Tester recently announced that communities across the state will receive funding through four separate grants to support security initiatives and programs at the state, local, and Tribal levels.

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Gateway Community Services comes to Libby

As the adage goes, when one door closes another opens, and earlier this summer, that sentiment was realized as the Flathead County Chemical Dependency Clinic reopens its doors not as the facility residents have long-been familiar with, but as Gateway Community Services.

Scenes from 2019 Nordicfest

Libby sports

Libby woman wins Winnebago trailer

Who said Friday the Thirteenth is unlucky?

Fun at Nordicfest

Libby Loggers improve to 3-0 after 55-6 win over Ronan Chiefs

It’s been eight years since the Libby Loggers made the playoffs, but the 2019 campaign is looking promising for them to return to the postseason.

Asbestos Superfund Oversight Committee meeting Thursday

The Libby Asbestos Oversight Committee is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 19, in the Lincoln County Courthouse, 512 California Avenue in Libby.

Stand Down for veterans scheduled for Oct. 5-6 in Libby

The 20th annual Northwest Montana Veterans Stand Down honoring all veterans will take place Oct. 5-6 at Asa Wood Elementary School, 700 Idaho St., in Libby.

Paulette Detjens Resch Nosler, 74

Paulette Detjens Resch Nosler, 74, born Aug. 5, 1945, in Libby, passed away peacefully with family by her side, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019.

Legals September 17, 2019

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Smoke-Brulee Timber Sale is located within Section 16, T27N-R29W, on the State's Libby Unit. Approximately 21,652 tons, consisting primarily Douglas-fir sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on October 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Divsion (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $10,501.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Libby Unit Office in Libby, MT (406-293-2711). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published In The Western News September 17, 24, October 1 and 8, 2019. MNAXLP

Army Corp hosts third youth hunt at Libby Dam

Local youth ages 10 to 15 who have completed a Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Hunter

Columbia Falls tops Libby Loggers

The Columbia Falls Wildkats offense was too much for the Libby Loggers to overcome in a Western A volleyball match at Columbia Falls High School on Tuesday.

Republicans need to remain united to win in 2020

Rugged-individualism, an independent spirit, a strong work ethic, personal responsibility, and a commitment to our families and communities — these are the values that define conservatives across our great state. And these values are what I believe make our cause and our candidates best suited to represent Montanans in elected office.

Larry J. Wilkes, 65

Larry J. Wilkes, 65, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Puppy burglars plead guilty to several crimes

A couple from Northwest Montana has pleaded guilty to their respective roles in a string of burglaries that occurred more than a year ago across the Flathead Valley.

Defense motions denied in murder case of Libby man

The homicide case against a Whitefish man accused of murdering a former Libby resident during a sexual encounter will go forward after the presiding judge ruled against defense motions to dismiss the case.

Pacific Northwest Trail plan 'a train wreck'

I’m writing to support the formal complaint filed by the Yaak Valley Forest Council (YVFC) about the lack of a comprehensive management plan for the Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT).

Lesnick's retirement the end of an era

Dave Lesnick retired the other day. The next day the Daily Inter Lake was printed and life went on. But for those of us who know Dave, it really is an end of an era.

McGoughs celebrate 50th Wedding Anniversary

Robert (Bob) and Maureen McGough share their joy as they celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary.

Cabinet Peaks Clinic introduces new behavioral health program

Cabinet Peaks Clinic has recently added an Integrated Behavioral Health Program, along with provider Elaine Maggi, Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC), to its Family Medicine Practice.

Colon cancer very preventable with medical screening tests

The colon is a tubular organ about 5 feet long and 3 inches in diameter.

Mark E. Jaqueth, 66

Mark Erford Jaqueth, 66, passed away peacefully of natural causes, at St. Patrick’s Hospital in Missoula, Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019.

Jeffrey Lewis, 39

Jeffery Lewis, 39, was born May 26, 1980, and passed away Aug. 31, 2019.

Troy Trojan gridders fall to Arlee, 64-18

The Troy Trojans football team suffered a season-opening 64-18 loss to Arlee Friday night.

Eureka claims Libby Invite championship

The Eureka High School boys cross country team was a runner-up at the Libby Invitational Saturday at J Neils Park.

Loggers roll past Whitefish for season-opening win

The Libby Loggers got their 2019 season off to a great start, beating Whitefish, 31-0, Friday on the road.

Stillwater Christian edges Troy volleyball in three sets

The Troy girls volleyball team battled Stillwater to the end Friday before dropping a three-set match.

Concerned about lawsuit to move trail for griz safety

This letter is addressing the article in the Western News by Duncan Adams about the Yaak Valley Forest Council’s lawsuit to reroute the Pacific Northwest Scenic Trail out of the Yaak Valley to supposedly protect the grizzly bears.

Hurricanes

Hey you scientists, I have a question for you people. What would happen if liquid oxygen was dropped in the eye of the monster like tons of liquid oxygen bombs? Perhaps freezing the thing would be a lot better than always running away from it.

Two Troy man arrested on drug charges

Two men from Troy are facing felony drug charges after authorities said they both sold several hits of acid to a confidential informant.

Maxine (Mickie) Kay Vanderhoef Sena Cote, 84

Maxine (Mickie) Kay Vanderhoef Sena Cote, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 1, 2019 in Kalispell, Montana.

Libby man identified in fatal ATV accident

Montana Highway Patrol officals have released the name of a 71-year-old Libby man who died after he was struck by a falling tree while he was riding an all-terrain vehicle.

William (Bill) Douglas Reichel, 57

William (Bill) Douglas Reichel passed away peacefully August 12, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Bits n' pieces from east, west and beyond

East, west or beyond, sooner or later events elsewhere may have a local impact.

Idaho residents love Ignite the Nite car show

My wife and I appreciate the Ignite the Nite Car Show and all the citizens of Libby that put on this fantastic event.

Friends of NRA support youth shooting education

Friends of NRA is an organization that is dedicated to raising money to support local shooting sports events across the country.

Critters are running amok in the Libby area

A caller said some cows tore down his fence and the owners wouldn’t respond to his calls to do something about the situation.

Snyder new Senior Life manager at Cabinet Peaks

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is pleased to welcome a new manager to the Senior Life Solutions Program - Briana Snyder, RN.

Libby Loggers hammer Browning, 35-12

The Libby Loggers football team improved to 2-0 last week with a 35-12 win on the road at Browning.

Libby welcomes home war hero Brian Sharp home

Libby native Brian Sharp received a well-deserved hero’s welcome Saturday.

Legals September 10, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE PETITION TO ESTABLISH AND ALTER A COUNTY ROAD NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a hearing will be held in the office of the Lincoln County Commissioners at 512 California Avenue, Libby, Montana, at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, September 18, 2019 for the purpose of hearing the question of a PETITION TO ESTABLISH AND ALTER A COUNTY ROAD described as follows: That portion of 5th Street, a public road, within S2T30NR31W, beginning at a point approximately 420' southwest of the current railroad crossing of 5th Street, which is the northeast corner of Lot 1 of 5th Street Subdivision, and continuing northeasterly to the intersection with the county road easement within S35N31NR31W. More precise legal is pending final survey. Purpose and Intent: The petitioners hereby petition the county to accept the described portion of 5th Street as a county road. Once it is declared a county road, portions of it can then be exchanged for easements over other private properties, enabling the road alteration (relocation) project to continue. For questions or further information please contact County Administrator Darren Coldwell at 283-2345 or email dcoldwell@libby.org. By Order of the Board of the Lincoln County Commissioners of Lincoln County, Montana Mark Peck, Chairman Attest: Robin A. Benson, Clerk of the Board Published In The Western News September 3 and 9, 2019. MNAXLP

Legals September 3, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE PETITION TO ESTABLISH AND ALTER A COUNTY ROAD NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a hearing will be held in the office of the Lincoln County Commissioners at 512 California Avenue, Libby, Montana, at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, September 18, 2019 for the purpose of hearing the question of a PETITION TO ESTABLISH AND ALTER A COUNTY ROAD described as follows: That portion of 5th Street, a public road, within S2T30NR31W, beginning at a point approximately 420' southwest of the current railroad crossing of 5th Street, which is the northeast corner of Lot 1 of 5th Street Subdivision, and continuing northeasterly to the intersection with the county road easement within S35N31NR31W. More precise legal is pending final survey. Purpose and Intent: The petitioners hereby petition the county to accept the described portion of 5th Street as a county road. Once it is declared a county road, portions of it can then be exchanged for easements over other private properties, enabling the road alteration (relocation) project to continue. For questions or further information please contact County Administrator Darren Coldwell at 283-2345 or email dcoldwell@libby.org. By Order of the Board of the Lincoln County Commissioners of Lincoln County, Montana Mark Peck, Chairman Attest: Robin A. Benson, Clerk of the Board Published In The Western News September 3 and 9, 2019. MNAXLP