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Kids, cats and humility

Well, I’m not here to accuse JD Vance of not being original in his warnings of the evils of...

Questionable spending, suspension of fiscal responsibilities, who's looking out for the children?

This isn’t the first time the fiscal management of Arntzen’s OPI has been called into question.

CARD Clinic loses appeal in fraud case

CARD declared bankruptcy due to a judgment of approximately $6 million, but the United States intervened in the bankruptcy proceeding and determined that the judgment should not be paid.

Baiting, feeding deer and other game animals in Montana is illegal

Though bait products are available, they cannot be used for hunting.

Forest Service launches new self-serve AIS cleaning stations

CD3 system, which stands for clean, drain, dry and dispose, is a standalone watercraft cleaning unit offering an air blower, wet-dry vacuum, hand tools and lights.

Adventure aplenty for Libby youth in outdoor program

More than 40 youth in Libby Middle School teacher Bill Moe’s program...

Local Rotary Club donates Lego robotics kits to Libby Elementary

The Rotary Club of Kootenai Valley meets on Mondays at noon at the Venture Inn and all are welcome to attend.

Attack ads about Sheehy are disingenuous

The latest of these unwarranted attacks came as a full-page ad in my local paper where the headline...

Sheriff's Office blotter

Springer was wanted for sexual intercourse without consent in the Butte area...

Libby man returned to custody after violating release terms

According to court documents, Erik Lynn McQueen...

Cabinet Peaks' Stenros honored with DAISY Extraordinary Nurse Award

Dawna Stenros of Cabinet Peaks Medical Center was recently honored...

Jay Allen Basham

Jay Allen Basham

Nasty storm wipes out power to thousands in NW Montana

The storm rolled through Troy at about 6:30 p.m. while...

Montana FWP launches grizzly bear mortality dashboard

FWP said in a news release the dashboard is part of an effort to increase transparency, educate Montanans on why grizzlies are...

No action to be taken against bear the bit Glacier hiker

Based on information from witnesses, park wildlife biologists have determined it was a grizzly bear, most likely a male.

Legals for September, 27 2024

Montanans should demand better for our wildlife and our democracy

However, I write this letter as hunting season begins to urge all Montana hunters to start paying attention to how you vote, and which party is helping local Montana hunters, and which one is not.

Frederick Randolph Haaland

Frederick Randolph Haaland

Biden administration seeks to remove gray wolf protections in Lower 48

Conservation groups say putting wolves in states’ hands could imperil species’ recovery.

Trio of Northwest Montana snowmobile clubs poised to receive state funding

Flathead Snowmobile Association in Kalispell, the Lincoln County Sno-Kats in Libby and the Ten Lakes Snowmobile Club in Eureka could potentially receive a combined $39,700 in grant awards.

Montana releases final environmental assessment for grizzly management plan

Plan seeks to keep at least 800 grizzlies in both Greater Yellowstone, Northern Continental Divide ecosystems.

Carroll College's Pell promise: A beacon of hope for Montana's underserved students

This newly introduced initiative will fully cover tuition for federal Pell Grant-eligible students from Montana who maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and apply for $3,500 in subsidized federal Stafford loans.

Montana centenarians to be honored at governor's conference

DPHHS is asking Montanans who will turn age 100 as of Dec. 31, 2024, or those who are already over the age of 100 to submit their name and a brief profile.

Burger tabbed as new Libby city councilor

Burger was appointed to the seat following the recent resignation of...

Libby woman returned to jail after probation violations

Hammers was in front of Cuffe Aug. 27, 2024, for a revocation hearing because...

Benchmate supports Wilson for Montana Supreme Court

Judge Wilson presided over a jury trial of mine and impressed me with his ability to quickly and correctly call balls and strikes.

Another mistake in Montana's election process

Election officials were notified of the error shortly after the Electronic Absentee System...

Loggers football drops third straight to Bigfork, 41-9

Against Bigfork, the Loggers trailed 14-7 at halftime.

Russian roulette convict returned to county jail

In the recent traffic cases, Ball was stopped by county deputy...

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center welcomes Dr. Thad Kandel

Hospital officials said Dr. Ercanbrack is not leaving and this partnership strengthens our commitment to offering the highest level of care.

Montana women are not going back!

We will be gathering the women for a NW Montana Women’s Weekend of Action Oct 4-6. Joins us!

The end of a legacy: Kiwanis of Libby and Troy Club’s farewell

It is with great appreciation that Kiwanis will turn its Koats for Kids program over the the Rotary of Kootenai Valley.

Thanks to community members for work at Woodway Park

Everyone has been so generous and helpful for this project which has been on my "bucket list" for quite some time.

Valerie Lou (Senner) Leo

Valerie Lou (Senner) Leo

David Milton Swenson

David Milton Swenson

Montana county works to turn around its grim suicide statistics

Health officials in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County hope education about gun safety and storage will prompt change.

FEC Roundup for Safety awards grants

September grantees also include: Lincoln County CASA – background and child welfare checks - $2,385.

Legals for September, 24 2024

Inflation or Profiteering?

It should come as no surprise that corporate leaders see an opportunity to maximize their profit in the face of a crisis like the pandemic.

Sheriff's Office blotter

A deputy responded to the 400 block of Border Lane, Rexford, after a child crashed a vehicle into a garage. There were no injuries reported.

Melvin Jeffrey “Jeff” Barger

Melvin Jeffrey “Jeff” Barger

Euthanized griz was well-traveled bear across northwest Montana

The bear, its sibling, a female cub, and the sow grizzly were captured and GPS tracking collars were placed on them.

Lindy Ann (Mellem) Goyen

Lindy Ann (Mellem) Goyen

Troy Library hosting Sept. 26 meeting about Opportunity Center

Congressman Ryan Zinke made the official request to the U.S. House Appropriations Committee in May for fiscal year 2025.

Libby soccer teams each see a tie, loss

Libby doesn’t play at home until Thursday, Oct. 3, when Columbia Falls comes to town.

Libby man pleads guilty to drug offenses

There, the officer reported finding Jungst completely nude...

Cabinet Peaks pediatric therapist earns special certification

It is a non-invasive, cost-effective test that can be completed either via video or in person, making it particularly valuable in rural settings like Libby and Troy.

Libby hosting Veterans Stand Down Oct. 5-6

This event provides veterans an opportunity to obtain free services and to engage with other veterans, the Spokane VA, Montana VA and other community resources in the Northwest.

Lincoln Co. first responders busy with U.S. 2 accidents

Members of Libby Volunteer Ambulance tended to a person who was...

Healthcare for working Montanans: Let’s keep what works

Next year, the Montana Legislature must decide whether to keep this program.

Cabinet Peaks CEO addresses political ads

Nonprofit hospitals cannot and will not engage in such...

Kathryn “Kaye” Marie (Struck) Fulcher

Kathryn “Kaye” Marie (Struck) Fulcher

Training brings life-saving skills to Libby, Troy medical providers

The Sept. 5 training, attended by emergency medical responders, emergency medical technicians from Libby and Troy...

Legals for September, 20 2024

Local sports schedule

Football: Bigfork at Libby, 7 p.m.

What the future holds?

Using a little common sense can save this country.

Golfers endure soggy conditions at Kootenai Invite

Easton Peterson led the Loggers with...

Jury finds Troy man guilty of harassing 911 dispatchers

A jury decided Dan J. Savage Jr., 47, was...

Sheriff's Office blotter

Cattle on Highway 37 at mile marker 57 were reported in the evening hours.

Hunters shoot, kill grizzly bear north of West Yellowstone

FWP said it plans no further management actions but said the shooting is still under investigation by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Troy Trojans fall to Valley Christian Eagles

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Michael D. Cohan

Michael D. Cohan

Loggers suffer tough loss to Ronan Chiefs, 22-19

The Loggers host Bigfork at 7 p.m. Friday.

Autumn wings birding class Sept. 22 in Libby

It will begin at 9 a.m. at Riverfront Park at the Fred Brown Log Pavilion...

David Milton Swenson

David Milton Swenson

Melvin "Jeff" Jeffrey Barger

Melvin "Jeff" Jeffrey Barger

Brenda Lee Ellis

Brenda Lee Ellis

Robert (Bob) Joseph Malyevac

Robert (Bob) Joseph Malyevac

Kootenai National Forest officials plan fall burns

During prescribed fire operations, smoke may be visible from various places across the forest depending on the location of the burn units and weather conditions.

Hiker badly mauled by bear in Alberta

It’s not clear if the bear involved was a grizzly or a black bear...

Melvin Jeffrey “Jeff” Barger

Melvin Jeffrey “Jeff” Barger

Legals for September, 17 2024

Fire crews, Mother Nature douse KNF's largest fire of 2024

The China Mountain Fire, listed at 213 acres after aircraft with infrared...

Why John Repke is the right choice for Montana State Auditor

His opponent Jim Brown’s record as PSC Chair is one of broken promises.

FWP looks at single hook restriction on Kootenai, Flathead rivers

Officials are recommending extending that restriction to the length of the...

State AG announces new program to put life-saving naloxone kits in schools

The kit includes the tools needed to revive someone suffering from an opioid overdose including naloxone (a medicine used to reverse opioid overdoses), instructions on how to administer naloxone, a CPR respirator mask, a CPR face shield and educational information.

James Melvin McBride

James Melvin McBride

Troy man receives Governor’s Veteran Commendation

Sp-4 Erickson distinguished himself while serving with the 3rd Battalion of Company E while under massive mortar and ground attack in a defensive position.

Loggers sports teams spend week on road

According to reporting in the Daily Inter Lake, Connor Benson scored Libby’s lone TD...

Accused stabbing assailant returned to jail

David Kenneth Reid, 38, pleaded...

Give me a (tax) break

Local taxpayers elect legislators to represent their interests. They shouldn’t have to travel to Helena to do battle with lobbyists. That’s what a legislator is for.

New game warden patrols Lincoln County's woods, waters

Haberlock, who previously worked as a technician for the state's fisheries crew...

Apprentice hunter applications available online

Apprentices, mentors must complete, submit certification form before hunting.

Betty Jo (Warman) Sanders

Betty Jo (Warman) Sanders

John H. Loney

John H. Loney

Back to school doesn’t need to mean back to vape

What parents need to know when kids go back to school this year.

Two stock-killing grizzlies euthanized in southwest Montana

These conflicts happened despite multiple attempts to avoid them, including guard dogs, moving sheep to new areas and hazing the bear.

Libby shooting incident investigated by Flathead Co.

According to Sheriff Darren Short...

Legals for September, 13 2024

Cindy Austin

Cindy Austin

Libby volleyball falls to Eureka in three sets

Libby will host Whitefish Thursday and...

Clash of the Carvers International Chainsaw Carving Competition

Dennis Beach won People's Choice and...

Federal money, big department cuts help county balance budget

For homes valued at $100,000, their property taxes will increase $100.01. For a home worth $300,000, the increase is $300.02 and for a home valued at $600,000, it is $600.05.

Town Pump providing ‘Meals for Backpacks’ grants

Organizations can apply for the grants at www.townpumpfoundation.com/backpacks through Sept. 29.

Washington man sentenced for indecent assault

Mallory Nehemiah Brown, of Auburn, Washington was initially...

Butte man faces accusations of probation violations

According to court documents alleging his probation...

Butte contractor sentenced in local fraud case

Joseph Anthony Tobiness, 52, was accused of...

Robert (Bob) Alvin Wilson

Robert (Bob) Alvin Wilson

Donald “Whitey” Edwin Wilson

Donald “Whitey” Edwin Wilson

Kenneth Arthur Briggeman

Kenneth Arthur Briggeman

Legals for September, 10 2024

Utah files lawsuit to take control of 18.5 million acres of federal public land

Regardless, the lawsuit has the potential to upend how the Bureau of Land Management operates in Utah and possibly the Western U.S.

Independent candidate Elena Evans cleared to run for PSC

In an email to Montana Free Press, Melby said the secretary of state’s office has verified more than 5,000 signatures.

Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

The Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has finalized two rules to stop corruption and money laundering...

State announces changes in CWD reporting in Lincoln County

There are a few changes, such as mandatory reporting, all hunters should be aware of, particularly in regards to Chronic Wasting Disease.

Changing weather sparks wildfire in Lower Yaak

Three Rivers Ranger District Fire Management Officer Beau Macy said he was somewhat surprised...

Logger girls soccer slams Frenchtown, 7-0

Less than five minutes into the game, freshman Zoey Bernall set up...

Libby boys soccer squad opens with win over Frenchtown

Senior Dylan Warner found the back of the net next to make it 2-1 and...

Logger golfers play at Whitefish

Easton Peterson led the boys with a 97 while...

Libby's Watson sets new cross country record

Sophomore Cody Watson placed ninth overall...

Stewart C. Onstott

Stewart C. Onstott

Idaho bowhunter survives grizzly attack

During the surprise encounter, one of the hunters was knocked down and bitten by the bear.

Thompson Falls felon admits to gun charges

The government alleged in court documents that Day previously had been convicted in Montana of prohibited person in possession of a firearm and of illegal sale of outfitted mountain lion hunts and was prohibited from possessing firearms.

Loggers football squad opens Hannah era with big win

But the win was tempered by a number of injuries to Loggers players.

David Duncan McDonald

David Duncan McDonald

Friends of Scotchman Peaks trail work events

Signing up to volunteer on a trail work day will connect you to the land in a deeper way and you might make some new hiking buddies while you’re at it!

Elk research: UM Scientists, Students Study a Changing Population

In Noxon, Montana, at a base camp for wildlife biologists nestled deep in the pines, camera traps and other measuring instruments are capturing forensic evidence of what is happening to the state’s elk population.

Montana lawmakers eye more prison beds

State facilities face a capacity shortage as inmate population surges.

Janice “Sue” Hensley

Janice “Sue” Hensley

Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act

This is also the 40th anniversary of the largest expansion of the wilderness system in the lower 48 states. In 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed bills protecting 175 wilderness areas, covering 8 million acres across 22 states.

Birth announcement

Family Birth Services as well as Andrew and Mykayla McLaury are...

Legals for September, 6 2024

Samuel Jeremiah Guynes Jr.

Samuel Jeremiah Guynes Jr.

Lorne D. "Jim" Hutton

Lorne D. "Jim" Hutton

Libby VFW launches effort to honor Army vet Rambo

Staff Sgt. Rambo was killed in action at the age of 23 on Thanksgiving day 1969 in the Vietnam War.

Sheriff's Office blotter

Someone found drugs in the 1100 block of U.S. 93, Eureka, and turned them into law enforcement.

Troy man pleads guilty to pointing rifle at neighbor

According to the narrative by Troy police officer Travis Miller...

Montana asserts its water rights to protect fisheries, recreation on several major rivers

FWP is using its water rights to bolster 10 rivers negatively impacted by the winter’s meager snowpack.

Swede Mountain Road wreck

Members of the Libby Volunteer Ambulance, Libby Volunteer Fire Department and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office worked at the scene.

A memorable county fair for south Lincoln Co. 4-H clubs

Members of the South 40 and Troy’s Kootenai Kids and Kritters clubs collected dozens of ribbons and showed animals that helped raise nearly...

Community briefs

Features this month include books and DVDs on bow hunting...

AG issues cease-and-desist letter to news outlet over publication of MHP survey

The letter from Attorney General Austin Knudsen’s office alleges publication of ‘sensitive and private’ information.