Ellington

Wardens investigating pair of elk left to waste near Libby

Callers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Flathead Valley sees first case of CWD

Also, FWP increased the availability of antlerless white-tailed deer hunting licenses in Hunting District 170 in the Flathead Valley following the detection of the deadly disease.

Troy cheerleaders present colors

A youthful Troy Trojans cheerleading squad presents the colors...

Forest officials seek comment on logging projects near Troy

The planning area is located northwest of Troy, off of South Side Road (FS roads 4402 and 4401) in areas surrounding Logan Creek and Star Creek.

Holiday Bazaar returns to Heritage Museum this weekend

The bazaar runs from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2.

Prolonged fire season complicates prescribed burns

Hot, dry and windy conditions postpone and perturb prescribed burns across the state.

Libby Loggers Volleyball Senior Night

They included Rachel Kosters...

Flathead man gets 20 years at Warm Springs for fatal stabbing

Initially brought up on a deliberate homicide charge, Glass reached a plea deal with prosecutors in August that saw him plead...

Eureka man accused of magic mushroom grow operation

Davis was arrested at his home Oct. 9 on Therriault Creek Road...

Halloween events promise fun and frights for all ages

The thrills begin Tuesday, Oct. 29 at the Mercantile building where...

County seeks to increase landfill while debating haul costs

The proposed expansion includes approximately 17.4 acres of property located...

Libby Senior Center Menu for November 2024

Staff is asking those that want to reserve a meal call the center 24 hours in advance. The number is 293-7222.

Sheriff's Office blotter

Two officers investigated an overdose...

Grizzly bear 399 struck, killed by vehicle in Wyoming

The matriarch bruin who raised her cubs roadside in Grand Teton National Park for nearly two decades was fatally struck...

Legals for October, 29 2024

County inks deal with Forest Service to increase WUI work

In a nutshell, the Master Stewardship Agreement opens the door for the county to thin stands of trees on national forest lands adjacent to developed private properties.

Margaret Caroline Teigen

Margaret Caroline Teigen

Libby, Troy food pantries receive donations

Libby and Troy food pantries each received a donation...

Meth left behind in room leads to drug charge

The next morning, an employee saw...

Yaak River Falls lot gets paved

The popular Yaak Falls viewing area on the Three Rivers Ranger District was recently...

Troy seeks new mayor after Ekstedt resigns

Current Mayor Chuck Ekstedt resigned at...

I tried asking Sheehy questions. He kicked me to the curb.

Any individual seeking to represent Montana has an obligation to, at the very least, show up and answer basic...

Where Democrats stand on the issues

And I have not made any comparisons to where Republicans...

Clyde Ross Sr.

Clyde Ross Sr.

CI-128: Another Trojan Horse

This indicates that the baby is not just some ‘appendage’ of the mother to be ignored but an individual with the same rights and protections as the mother.

Putting Montana First: Why I’m Supporting Jon Tester

Montana is changing, and now more than ever we need a seasoned champion representing us in the United States Senate.

Backing Wilson for state Supreme Court

We trust Judge Wilson to give a voice to the commonsense approach...

Donna Gomph Sather

Donna Gomph Sather

Dakota Adams goes from extremist militia upbringing to progressive Dem in red district

Running in deep-red Lincoln County, Adams’ campaign is about boosting enthusiasm and ensuring a choice at the ballot box.

Libby's Bailey a straight shooter at Montana Skeet Championships

The titles were firsts for Bailey, a registered skeet shooter for 15 years.

Legals for October, 25 2024

Eureka man shocked at vehicle registration cost in Lincoln Co.

Then came the kicker: $114.48 for County Option Tax!

Loggers win defensive battle over Browning, 16-7

But Aidan Rose’s 60-yard interception return for a TD gave the Loggers...

FVCC will host first aid workshop for pets Oct. 28

Dog owners will learn how to release their canines from traps and snares.

Libby Logger harriers show major improvements heading to state

The Loggers were led by their standout trio which includes sophomore Cody Watson, senior Rowen Sherbo and freshman Capri Farmer.

Fairness, justice, tradition: Backing Bidegaray and Lynch

Katherine Bidegaray and Jeremiah Lynch are the only truly nonpartisan candidates...

Douglas Paul Greason

Douglas Paul Greason

Libby High School runners medal at Western A Championships

Libby High School cross country runners...

Town Pump teams with Libby, Troy food banks in annual fundraiser

Locally, the Foundation is matching up to $7,500 each in Libby and Troy, and all funds raised remain in the respective communities.

Law enforcement endorses Wilson for Supreme Court

Among law enforcement officials, Judge Wilson is known as a...

Sheila K. (Dutcher) Turner

Sheila K. (Dutcher) Turner

Troy woman accused of driving drunk with infant in car

Fisher then reported the Impala failed to safely negotiate the 90-degree turn where Silver Tip Way turns on to...

Washington man accused of cocaine dealing in county

Maxim got out of the truck first.

Birth announcement

Family Birth Services is pleased to announce the birth of...

Elaine Louise Eberhardt

Elaine Louise Eberhardt

Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

Again, presidential candidate Donald Trump’s been making campaign history.

Affordable housing project breaks ground in Libby

When finished, the development would boast 10 two-bedroom (825 square feet) and 14 one-bedroom units (675 square feet).

Cabinet Back Country Horsemen get help clearing trails

The all-volunteer Cabinet Horsemen group sought help...

Thoughts on the constitutional initiatives

First, let’s talk about Constitutional Initiatives 126 and 127.

State auditor candidate attempts to set record straight

Per Montana law, the purpose of the office is to ‘protect Montana insurance consumers.’

Big game hunters' checklist for Chronic Wasting Disease

For the Libby CWD Sampling Station, located at the state Department of Transportation shop at 35838 U.S. Highway 2, just south of where Big Cherry Creek crosses the road, it is open between...

Legals for October, 22 2024

We need more inclusion during election years

I do have some advice for people who want to single out a particular group for criticism, make sure that the number of people who share your opinion is larger—a lot larger...

Supreme Court candidates dodge, and leverage, political rhetoric

While Bidegaray and Wilson try to rise above the political fray, Lynch and Swanson ‘punch back.’

Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

In case you’ve wondered what kind of mother billionaire Elon Musk has, she answered that in a...

New stove at Libby's Christ Lutheran Church helps feed the hungry

When the stove they used to cook these meals in became unreliable and at times leaked gas...

Lynn Carol (Bostrom) Hancock

Lynn Carol (Bostrom) Hancock

Judith Ann Rayome

Judith Ann Rayome

In favor of Lynch, Bidegaray for Montana Supreme Court

The 1972 state Constitution gives Montanans strong rights to privacy, freedom, a quality education and ensures we keep our environment clean and healthy so we can enjoy our clean air and water and hold polluters accountable.

California’s real-life experience with ranked choice voting

Montana voters should take heed of the experience other cities and states have had with Ranked Choice Voting and say no!

Miriam Gwenn Kensler

Miriam Gwenn Kensler

WILD ART-Northern Lights

The Northern Lights shone brightly over...

Libby’s CARD Clinic faces new lawsuit alleging wrongful death

The civil suit, filed Thursday, Oct. 10 in Lincoln County District Court...

Libby hosting Western A Cross Country Championships

The top seven finishers in the varsity boys and girls races will qualify for...

Montana Land Board to vote on large conservation easement east of Libby

The first phase is in the Salish and Cabinet mountains between Kalispell and Libby.

Troy woman accused in baseball bat incident

The alleged victim, who said he attempted to retreat...

Trojans rout Victor, 62-20, for first win of season

Freshman JJ Hall have a big game for Troy, running for 136 yards and four touchdowns.

David Powers

David Powers

Koats for Kids to continue under Rotary Club of Kootenai Valley

Koats for Kids provides warm clothing, including coats, boots...

Applications available for FWP’s Habitat Conservation Lease Program

The Habitat Conservation Lease Program potentially could protect up to 500,000 acres in the next five years.

Sheriff's Office blotter

Libby Volunteer Ambulance, Libby Volunteer Fire Department and several county officers responded...

Legals for October, 18 2024

Troy residents sentenced for roles in related incidents

They were previously in a long-term relationship, but addiction ruined it.

Soy foam product seen as safer firefighting alternative to ‘forever chemicals’

But one alternative may be a foam based out of soybeans that is completely biodegradable.

Transparency still one of Montana’s cherished values

Greg Gianforte has somehow built a career in Montana without making himself available to public scrutiny.

Donn James Ross

Donn James Ross

Retired Montanans support Evans for Public Service Commission

Fielder was the deciding vote against a $9.1 million rebate for NorthWestern Energy customers...

Sister concerned for brother's welfare in county jail

First, I’d like to formally apologize to the jail staff and any officers that were affected by his actions.

Libby boys soccer team headed to state tournament

The Loggers claimed the third spot in the North and will play at No. 1 South finisher Stevensville at 2 p.m. Saturday.

Libby Homecoming King and Queen

Alderic Martineau and Cash Vaughn were crowned Libby Homecoming...

Libby celebrates Homecoming with week of festivities

Thursday night saw the annual parade, bonfire and logging events.

Columbia Falls shuts out Loggers in gridiron action, 49-0

Libby, 2-5 overall, travels to Browning Friday for a 7 p.m. game.

Antonie “Tony” Schedlbauer

Antonie “Tony” Schedlbauer

CI 126 & 127: Trojan Horses

THIS is a scheme to disconnect elections from issues and allow candidates with marginal support...

Absentee ballot packets sent to Montana voters

Roughly 500,000 absentee ballot packets have been issued...

Freight train derails near Glacier National Park

Two cars went down the steep bank from the tracks.

Fredrick Jay Hersel

Fredrick Jay Hersel

Griz charges hunter in Gallatin Range; black bear attacks man inside Colorado home

The hunter was in the backcountry south of Hidden Lakes in the Gallatin Range when he saw a grizzly bear...

Cabinet View Golf Club 2024 Champions

Cabinet View Golf Club crowned its 2024 champions...

Celebrating wild places at the BobFest

The BobFest will feature live music, dinner, drinks, activities...

Reward offered for poached elk, moose left to rot

On Oct. 4, wardens responded to a report of an elk that was killed and left to waste on private property off the upper Thompson River Road.

Legals for October, 15 2024

Libby to consider ordinance targeted at distracted driving

One of those September distracted driving crashes included an injury.

Columbia Falls man dies in shop explosion

The explosion sent debris about 75 yards from the garage and broke out windows...

40 years and counting: RMEF still going strong

Decker, a Libby native, is one of the founding fathers of the hunter-based conservation group...

Trish Ann Tinnell

Trish Ann Tinnell

Black market gun runner sentenced to federal prison

The defendant, Haptei John Kozak, 27, of Kelowna, British Columbia...

Washington man sentenced for illegal drug possession

Jeremy A. Gustavel, 50, of Everett, first pleaded...

Twin constitutional initiatives aim to make Montana elections more competitive

Taken together, Constitutional Initiatives 126 and 127 would amend the Montana Constitution to alter the face of even-year elections from start to finish.

Libby Saddle Club caps season with O-Mok-See

Several dozen riders from Montana, Idaho and Washington competed...

Kenneth Mole

Kenneth Mole

Log truck driver rescued following Highway 56 wreck

Numerous first responders and others worked to get the man out...

Community briefs

The Libby VFW Post 1548, 114 W. 2nd Street, is hosting a blood drive...

Legals for October, 11 2024

Four things to know about NorthWestern Energy’s newest rate hike request

Montana’s largest utility is asking state regulators to authorize a $193 million annual increase in revenue from customers. Here’s what you should know about the request.

FWP reminds hunters to dispose of animal carcasses properly

Dumping carcasses is illegal and can spread disease...

Hundreds of vets attend Libby Stand Down

Community Outreach Specialist Cinnamon Davis-Hall said...

Libby man accused of rape returned to county jail

According to court documents, Brickey was released from...

Major drug sting leads to seizures, arrests in northwest Montana

According to Sheriff Darren Short...

County commissioner candidates share views at forum

Democratic candidate Doug Davies announced Thursday evening at a candidate forum in Libby that he is withdrawing his candidacy.

New requirement for hunters at Flathead Ridge Ranch Block Management Area

Only one card per vehicle is required but each hunter’s name within the vehicle must be on the slip.

Support Judge Dan Wilson for Supreme Court

It was some 27 years ago that my wife and I moved to Kalispell to start our...

Troy volleyball falls to Superior in five sets

Troy rolled to a 25-13 win in the opening set with good serving while...

David Duncan McDonald

David Duncan McDonald

BPA schedules last overnight outage impacting Troy

Equipment that unexpectedly failed in May will be fully restored after this outage.

Catching up with Troy Chamber of Commerce

Please find below a list of items each business should review and confirm that everything is current.

Loggers snap losing streak at Butte Central Catholic

Andersen’s 20-yard TD run on third-and-goal put the Loggers up...

Patricia J. Chapman

Patricia J. Chapman

Independent candidate challenges incumbent Republican for Montana utility board seat

Public Service Commission vice chair Jennifer Fielder and Elena Evans, a political newcomer, talk rate hikes, climate and PSC agency culture.

Wild and Scenic Film Festival in Libby Oct. 24

The festival will feature films that illustrate the earth’s beauty, the challenges facing our...

Bigfork volleyball sweeps Libby Loggers

The Valkyries had a fight on their hands in the first...

County commissioner candidate announces exit from race

Due to this, I would be unable to effectively carry out the responsibilities...

Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

Nitazenes, a potentially deadly synthetic opioid, which has been implicated in overdose deaths, is now on the world stage.

Montana’s threat of catastrophic property destruction by wildfires ranks No. 2 in the nation

Furthermore, Montana is one of the western states that hasn’t adopted a collection of building codes for areas where housing touches wilderness.

Lottery to be held for guided elk, bison hunts on the Blackfeet Reservation

The lottery is open to all hunters – tribal members, nonmembers, Montana residents and...

Legals for October, 8 2024

New hunting regulation changes for northwest Montana

Wildlife biologists observed whitetail recruitment ranging from 34 to 54 fawns per 100 adults during the 2024 spring surveys.

The history hidden in the new lives of fire lookouts

Dedicated enthusiasts and members of the Forest Service are trying out-of-the-box avenues to preserve a dwindling number of the historical structures.

Running the river: Kayakers flock to Kootenai River

The adventuresome boaters shared the river with anglers seeking Kokanee salmon on a...

Libby man facing new charges returned to jail

While Ercanbrack made his way to the scene, he spoke with Sheasby’s probation officer...

Clifford Lee Silcox

Clifford Lee Silcox

Libby man accused of threatening women with large knife

One of the alleged victims said Switzer went into the kitchen, grabbed a large curved knife...

Birth announcements

Family Birth Services is pleased to announce the birth of...

Support Judge Dan Wilson for the Montana Supreme Court

His background demonstrates a solid foundation to serve the state in that role.

Retired Judge Mohr endorses Judge Dan Wilson for Supreme Court

Having spent years getting to know and working with both of these candidates, I am wholeheartedly supporting Judge Dan Wilson for Supreme Court.

Inflation to nationalization

Outside of small rural towns, that meant only large global box stores...

Sen. Cuffe: Sheehy will protect Montana healthcare, VA benefits

A decorated and Purple Heart vet himself, this Navy Seal will fight to fix the broken VA system and get veterans the timely care where they need it.

Legals for October, 4 2024

Watson, Farmer lead Libby runners at two invites

Tuesday in Whitefish, sophomore Cody Watson was sixth overall in...

Trojans nearly rally past Arlee in homecoming game

The Trojans trailed 16-14 with a little more than two minutes left when...

An opportunity to break free of the controlling influence of political parties

Montanans continue to value freedom and independence over the narrow and dominating demands of political parties.

Public invited to Mount Brown hawk watch event

Participants will count migrating raptors.

Asbestos cleanup worker burned in chemical fire

As part of the asbestos removal process, workers were applying chemical to an adhesive used to...

Troy Homecoming festivities

Perfect weather and plenty of entertainment greeted...

Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

Texas’s infant death rate increased 8% after their abortion law was enacted in 2021: US News.

Troy Homecoming King and Queen

Troy's Tana Grant and Wyatt Schertel were...

Sheriff's Office blotter

Two deputies responded to Osprey Landing after someone called to report a person pointing a...

County victim/witness program works to raise awareness about domestic violence

Program officials are asking county residents to wear purple on Thursday, Oct. 17...

Troy councilors name Travis Miller new police chief

Miller joined the force at the same time Davis was named chief.

Former Sanders Co. commissioner endorses Evans for PSC

I know Elena. She’s a hard worker, a true independent and someone who is laser-focused on lowering our utility bills.

Community briefs

Qualified Montana taxpayers have until Tuesday, Oct. 1 to file a claim for the 2023 property tax rebate.

Libby Senior Center October menu

Also, to reserve a meal, folks are asked to call 293-7222 for all meals 24 hours in advance.

Oregon man accused of spitting on, biting jail guard

Huff watched video that reportedly showed Hendrix...

Martin Anton Michelsen

Martin Anton Michelsen

Barbara Joan Kortte

Barbara Joan Kortte

Who really is Tim Sheehy?

How can you trust him to represent your values when he isn’t even truthful about...

Legals for October, 1 2024