Friday, December 27
Community briefs
The city of Libby will have a short parade Friday, Dec. 27 to help celebrate with Ryggs Johnston.
John Brumbaugh
John Brumbaugh
Libby's Miner celebrates 100th birthday with family, friends
He attributes his longevity to his Christian faith and God.
Committee discusses solutions for state tax department’s billion-dollar appraisal backlog
A legislative audit found the state revenue department is failing to add an estimated $300 million of new construction annually to tax rolls.
Troy woman pleads guilty to driving drunk with infant in car
The plea deal calls for a five-year suspended sentence on the endangerment charge and a...
It's OK to be nice
No more concerns about communism or woke mobs infringing on your rights or undocumented immigrants taking your jobs.
Libby man gets prison time for strangling woman
Silas C. Behee, 37, was found guilty following a trial in September...
Block Management continues slow decline despite increased payment cap
At its peak, the program provided public hunters with access to 8.8 million acres of private land.
Libby Senior Center Menu for January 2025
Staff is asking those that want to reserve a meal call the center 24 hours in advance. The number is 293-7222.
I’m honored to serve, here’s my mission
We’ve got to secure the border on day one, and that's exactly what President Trump has vowed to do.
Lana Sue Managhan
Lana Sue Managhan
Greenchain wrestlers 11th at Wild Memorial Tournament
Libby returns to the mat Jan. 3-4 at the Ronan Tournament.
City workers place new stop signs on Mineral Avenue
The stop signs mean both intersections are four-way stops.
Legals for December, 27 2024
Tuesday, December 24
Logger boys basketball improves to 3-1
Ryan Beagle banked in a 3-pointer at the buzzer to increase the Libby lead to four points, 15-11.
LOR donation helps Lincoln County CASA get new vehicle
This new resource will enable the CASA team to travel more efficiently across the county, ensuring that they can meet with children and families and provide the consistent support that is crucial for the well-being of the children they serve.
Lincoln County Christmas Spirit
Libby's first Christmas parade, spearheaded by Kaylee Cohenour, was a big hit Saturday evening...
Land Board OKs 33,000-acre conservation easement in northwest Montana
The board amended the Green Diamond easement to allow for the development of subsurface minerals.
Loggers girls basketball rolls to first win over Stevensville
There wasn’t much drama against the Yellowjackets after Stevensville led...
Carol Tjelde
Carol Tjelde
Libby High School students dominate stock market game competition
650 teams from state schools competed and Libby competitors finished second, third and fourth.
Legals for December, 24 2024
Friday, December 20
Greenchain grab dual meet triumph over Eureka
103-pounder Levi Nick opened the action with a pin in 4:27 of Eureka’s Trent Shay.
Endangered Species Act wielded in the courtroom
Established 50 years ago as a tool to help preserve the natural world amid humanity’s impact, it is often used in courtrooms to do just that.
Federal officials adopt lynx recovery plan, seek changes to habitat designations
The recovery plan is the result of a multi-year lawsuit between environmental groups and the federal government.
Eureka Lady Lions hold off Libby, secure Battle of Kootenai
Libby (0-3) trailed by 11 after one quarter, 12 at the half and 14 after three quarters.
Birth announcement
Family Birth Services is pleased to announce the birth of Elora Odelia Alexander to Sterling and Emily Alexander of Troy, Montana.
Carbonari named new Deputy Supervisor of Kootenai National Forest
Growing up in Northwest Montana, Carbonari began his robust career as a seasonal firefighter for the Montana Department of...
Manning joins Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness team
Beyond her professional life, she is an audio book worm, music lover and crossword enthusiast.
Libby Public Schools educator charged with assaulting minor
In the charging document, Libby Police Chief Cody Ercanbrack attended a regular, weekly meeting Dec. 10 of the Student at Risk Counsel at Libby High School.
Superb free throw shooting carries Loggers past Eureka
Led by three seniors, the Loggers hit 19 of 22 from the stripe.
Town Pump awards $725,000 for ‘Meals for Backpacks’
Locally, the Libby Food Pantry and Morrison Backpacks in Troy received grants to provide the weekend meals.
Troy Christmas lights
City of Troy residents and businesses have went all out with their...
Bill Wagner
Bill Wagner
Hit and run crash destroys power pole
A hit and run crash Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, in Libby destroyed a power pole...
Lynn Ingrum Melton
Lynn Ingrum Melton
Laurel Ann Miller
Laurel Ann Miller
Legals for December, 20 2024
Tuesday, December 17
Two Red Cross blood drives in Libby this week
The first is from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the VFW Harper Erdman Post 1548 at 114 West Second St. Walk-ins are available.
Bull Lake Road residents seek lower speed limit
Some residents of the Savage Lake community in south Lincoln County want to see a decrease in the speed limit on Highway 56.
Libby High School band shares Christmas spirit
In addition to performances by the jazz and concert bands as well as the percussion ensemble, several solo ensembles treated the hundreds in attendance to sounds of the season.
Troy boys basketball enjoys best start since 2008
A records check indicates the 2008-09 season was when a Tony Smith-coached Troy team began the season 4-0.
Logger boys basketball split at Frenchtown Tourney
In Saturday's game, three Loggers scored in double figures and were led by Ryan Beagle’s 16 points.
Libby woman facing prison time after probation violations
At that point, Orsborn had been in the Lincoln County Drug Treatment program for about...
Troy girls basketball shows improvement in 1-1 start
Friday, Dec. 13, Troy rolled to a 76-40 win over Alberton.
Greenchain claim second at Kinney Classic
The Greenchain had one champion in 110-pounder Tristin Rogers and five other placewinners.
Legals for December, 17 2024
Friday, December 13
Thieves steal Troy man's buck, hunting gear
Bob Swiden, 74, was hunting about three miles up the Yaak River Road when he bagged the big buck.
High school seniors eligible for scholarships
ABCD will again award five, one-time, $2,000 scholarships to Montana high school seniors graduating in 2025 who...
Shop with a Cop
Everyone was smiling Thursday...
County health officials confirm multiple pertussis cases
If you suspect pertussis, presumptively treat with antibiotics while waiting for testing result...
Two people taken to hospital following U.S. 2 wreck
Libby Volunteer Ambulance transported two people to Cabinet Peaks Medical Center for treatment...
Counties dismissing charges, unable to prosecute crimes because of overcrowding
Backlogs at Galen, Warm Springs pressing counties beyond the breaking point.
Criminal charges stacking up for Libby man
The alleged probation violation includes charges from Wheatland County where federal and local authorities are investigating Devine.
UnitedHealth$$$$: Follow the Money
Montana had one of the highest rates of kicking eligible people off of Medicaid, forcing them to go without insurance or to re-enroll.
Accused rapist charged again following release from custody
According to the charging document filed by County Attorney Marcia Boris, Springer was charged with...
Nancy Joyce Bachteler
Nancy Joyce Bachteler
Partnership continues support of Libby's most vulnerable
Donations are tax deductible...
Barbara Jean Huffman
Barbara Jean Huffman
Legals for December, 13 2024
Tuesday, December 10
Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond
Trump campaign mega-donor Elon Musk, to head President-elect Donald Trump’s Dept. of Government Efficiency, says on social media he wants to “delete” the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Libby youth choir members perform with American Idol champion
Tongi is a 20-year-old Hawaiian who won season 21...
Community briefs
Three Libby Logger football players were named honorable mention on the 2024 All-Western A Football Team.
Libby's Fortner, Hayes sign college letters of intent
Libby High School seniors Bergen Fortner and Morgan Hayes...
Troy Basketball Intrasquad Scrimmage
Troy will tip off the regular season at home Friday, Dec. 14.
Marsha L. Gwinn
Marsha L. Gwinn
William Stewart Pattie
William Stewart Pattie
Schnackenberg stepping down as county coroner
Schnackenberg has served as the deputy coroner and coroner for the last...
Mineral Avenue Christmas lights
Christmas lights brighten...
Greenchain wrestlers claim second at Owen Invitational
Greenchain wrestlers enjoyed top six placewinner performances by nine wrestlers while...
Libby man faces animal cruelty charges
The charges include three felony counts of animal cruelty and three misdemeanors...
Marion Smith
Marion Smith
Legals for December, 10 2024
Friday, December 6
Gerald Dale Robins
Gerald Dale Robins
PSC candidate shares gratitude for support
This burst of nonpartisan energy wasn’t enough to win in a gerrymandered district drawn by legislators to guarantee victory for my opponent, but it was enough to win all eight precincts in Sanders County, where my opponent lives and people know her best.
Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter hosting special fundraiser
The Jordan’s Way Fundraiser will be a Facebook Live event from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the shelter in Eureka.
Joanne Lee McBride
Joanne Lee McBride
Libby woman gets prison time after failed drug tests
She will be screened for possible admission to Passages Women’s Center, an addiction treatment facility in Billings.
Toni Jo Smith Merrill `
Toni Jo Smith Merrill
Libby man faces another assault charge
McQueen is being held in the detention center on $75,000 bail.
Yet, another new name
Once again, here comes the hospital’s current CEO talking about some upcoming...
Libby resident appreciates Christmas lights
My Mom and I have a holiday tradition. On one evening in early December, we buy eggnog milkshakes and go drive around Libby and look at Christmas lights.
Donations pave way for Turner Mountain's new snowmobile
Rounding out the fundraising were several generous donations by private parties, totaling $4,450.
Legals for December, 6 2024
Tuesday, December 3
Teen harvests bull and cow elk in same day
Nicholas Cooper started hunting through the FWP Apprentice Hunter Program at 10 years old. He’s taken a turkey, a doe and a couple of young bucks, but he’s never fired a shot at an elk, until a few weeks ago.
Libby Councilors OKs stop signs on Mineral Avenue
Libby City councilors approved a number of new traffic restrictions during Monday’s meeting aimed at making Mineral Avenue a safer place for pedestrians and motorists.
‘Drill, drill, drill’: New energy council signals Trump to prioritize energy production
But the move likely reflects a focus by Trump and his next administration on energy production, including fossil fuels.
Troy Christmas Kickoff
The evening festivities included games for kids, hot cocoa and...
Montana Legal Services gets grant to help low-income residents
The goal is to provide accessible, timely legal forms to enhance the organization's efficiency and pro bono services.
Sheriff's Office blotter
An officer investigated a report in the 100 block of Woodland Road, Libby, of a dog believed to be left alone...
Rexford man pleads to assaulting girlfriend
The victim, who has a 2-year-old child with...
Eureka man pleads guilty to felony drug charge
Dunsing first appeared in Lincoln County District Court and pleaded...
Sampling the work day of a CWD technician
The job of a wildlife technician who samples dead animals for chronic wasting disease (CWD) isn’t always a glamorous one.
Lee Roy Morton
Lee Roy Morton
Ryggs Johnston storms to Australian Open title
The 24-year-old carded a closing 68 at Kingston Heath to finish 18 under par while taking home the Stonehaven Cup.
Libby man hospitalized following house fire
Fire crews, Libby Volunteer Ambulance, Libby Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and Flathead Electric were on the scene...
