Tuesday, April 29
Troy Trojans baseball team wins three straight
Troy opened the winning streak on Saturday, April 19, with a 10-0 shutout of...
Beagle tops teammate Martineau at Libby Invitational
In boys doubles 1s and 2s, Blaise Erickson and Isaac Lamere teamed up to place fourth.
Trump signs executive order to expedite permitting of Lincoln Co. mine
The administration designated 10 projects throughout the country as critical, including the copper and silver mine owned by Hecla Mining Co.
Community briefs
The next book sale sponsored by the Libby Friends of the Library will be held at the Libby Library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 2.
Libby Loggers Legion wins season-opener at Gehring Field
Aidan Rose took the mound for the Loggers (1-1) and earned the win after allowing two earned runs and fanning seven across five innings.
Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond
Trump ally Joe Rogan stated of the deportations: “It’s horrific. People who are not criminals are getting lassoed up.”
Libby celebrates Arbor Day
Montana Department of Natural Resources Libby Unit Forester Jeremy Ran...
Mellott leads three Big Sky players chosen in NFL Draft
Mellott, who dazzled at his pro day with a 4.39-second 40-yard dash and a 41-inch vertical leap...
Wild Places Offer Us Something in Return
Earth Day isn’t just about remembering to recycle or plant a tree—it’s about remembering that we are part of nature, not separate from it.
Peyton Patrick Geer
Peyton Patrick Geer
Meet Troy School Trustee candidate Cliff Bara
I have lived in Troy for 40 years and taught math and science at Troy High School for 35 years before retiring in 2020.
Libby man sentenced for assaulting girlfriend
Cuffe remarked during the hearing that the victim was in support of the plea deal, but some of her family members were not in agreement.
Lady Loggers Battle Through Busy Weekend at Frenchtown Invite
Libby opened the tournament Friday afternoon with a dominant 16-3 win over Butte Central.
Bids sought for Libby area timber sale following state approval
The location of the planned sale is adjacent to timber thinning operations on private land just off the Haul Road outside of Libby.
Legals for April, 29 2025
Friday, April 25
Libby Loggers tennis splits with Bigfork, Columbia Falls
At No. 3 doubles, Shya Huck and Augie Bailey were Logger winners.
Libby Loggers softball slam Bonners Ferry, 10-0
Maddi Willis tossed a one-hitter, struck out five and ...
Montana confirms five measles cases in Gallatin County
The state health department said that all infected individuals are isolating at home.
Judge Wilson announces second bid for Supreme Court seat; Baker set to retire
Now, Wilson will be seeking the seat currently held by Justice Beth Baker, who will not seek reelection.
Virginia Barbara "Ginger" Burns
Virginia Barbara "Ginger" Burns
Doris Lorraine Trussell
Doris Lorraine Trussell
Rowena Marie Arnold
Rowena Marie Arnold
Libby man faces assault charges after alleged road rage incident
Deputies then talked to the family that was...
Arthur Rambo Memorial Bridge dedication set for May 25
The dedication ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 25, at Riverfront Park.
Meet Libby School Trustee candidate Cody Katzer
Last, I want to bring the conversation to administrators and staff by regularly visiting the schools with the hopes of improving communication.
Meet Libby School Trustee candidate Tony Rebo Sr.
My experience in the past working on the school board will give me an advantage in the workings of the board itself.
Meet Troy School Trustee candidate Eric Storkson
I'd have to say cell phones in the classroom is the top issue right now, leading to lowered student engagement, behavior issues and lowered test scores.
Libby Volunteer Fire crews douse structure fire
The call came in after 3 p.m. at a residence on Cherry Creek Drive.
Area fire crews battle wild fire near Happy's Inn
The West Camp Fire was called in at about...
New doctor joins staff at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center
Dr. O'Malia discovered his calling to medicine during a medical mission trip to...
Cabinet Ranger District begins prescribed fires
Officials estimate this work to continue through the spring as weather conditions allow.
Libby gifted students' project benefits those in need
The growing concerns of area homeless and food insecurity led the group to put on a food drive and donate the collection.
Libby track and field performs well in field events at Iceberg Invite
Her time in the 1,600 run rebroke her school record time she has set twice previously.
Meet Troy School Trustee candidate Lucy Orr
Trustee elections for south Lincoln County schools Libby and Troy are being held Tuesday, May 6.
Troy tennis shows marked improvement against tough competition
The competition continued Friday, April 18, when Troy traveled to Superior to face...
Legals for April, 25 2025
Tuesday, April 22
Libby students' hard work pays off in memorable trip to Spokane
The students were immersed in the music, storytelling and energy of the show...
The Oath
Just to be clear, anyone who willfully engages in any activity or that does not follow the letter of the law is ultimately engaged in treachery against our U.S. Constitution.
Forest Service Chief Schultz announces acting regional forester for Northern Region
Bail will temporarily succeed Regional Forester Leanne Marten as she reaches her long-planned retirement date after 34 years of service.
Beverly Jean Engel
Beverly Jean Engel
Maybe it's time we start being patriotic again
And perhaps most devastating of all is what this disconnect has cost our veterans.
Late rally falls short as Libby softball drops fourth straight
Libby outhit the Wildkats 10-7 and had multiple scoring opportunities...
One man's arrogance
Recently, Trump has damaged our economy with unnecessary tariffs and hurt relations with our closest allies.
Report says transferring federal lands to state would cost billions
All four members of the state’s congressional delegation have taken a stance against federal transfer of lands in recent weeks.
Libby firefighters extinguish Kootenai River Road blaze
Twenty-one firefighters were on the scene along with...
Libby hosting Arbor Day celebration April 25
Burr oak and amur maple seedling trees will be available to the public.
Lady Trojans run record to 9-0 with wins over Plains, TFalls
A day later, Troy won a big game over the Lady Blue Hawks...
Douglas Paul Chapel
Douglas Paul Chapel
From legislative secrecy to Constitutional sunlight
It was 1971 when, at 23, I took my seat in the Montana House of Representatives – the youngest member.
Only one possible reason to hate Trump
Thank God for the steadfast courage of President Trump and those who support him.
Troy baseball falls to Bigfork
Troy, now 0-5 on the year, managed to get on the board in the fourth and fifth innings.
Rose signs letter to play baseball at Arizona Christian
ACU is a baseball power at the...
Easter Egg Hunt
It was a festive Easter weekend...
Legals for April, 22 2025
Friday, April 18
Loggers tennis battle in losses to Cfalls, Whitefish
Libby’s top doubles team earned a hard-fought win. Ryan Beagle and Alderic Martineau rallied from...
Donna Sather
Donna Sather
Authorities say Libby man brought fentanyl to area
Holzer believed Watts would arrive on an Amtrak train...
Kootenai Basin snowpack at 96%
During the first two weeks of March most weather stations reported up an inch or two of precipitation, however Northwest Montana reported slightly more, about 2-4 inches.
Lady Trojans softball enjoy perfect start to season
After a 26-0 beat down of visiting Priest River, Idaho in three innings on a warm...
Troy softball begins season unbeaten
Troy sophomore softball player Ellah Wallace...
Polson tops Libby in Nothwest A softball matchup
Polson opened the game strong with three runs in the first and added two more in the second.
Yaak Wings benefit returns to support Lincoln Co. cancer patients
It will be held Saturday, May 3, and entrance is free.
Shed hunter kills charging grizzly near Dupuyer
Officials said the adult female bear had a single yearling cub that was found on site, unharmed.
Orpha T. Miller
Orpha T. Miller
Fire crews douse multiple blazes in north Lincoln Co.
Fire Adapted Kootenai also provided considerable information to help those planning controlled burns.
Senior Commodities distribution today at Libby VFW
Senior Commodities distribution will take place Friday, April 18, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Libby VFW Post 1548, 114 W. Second St., Libby.
Legals for April, 18 2025
Tuesday, April 15
Steed takes over as FWP Region 1 supervisor
Steed, 45, is the first woman to take the helm of the region, which is one of the most unique in the state, with a full suite of predators and almost intact ecosystems.
Crime Victim's Week
Lincoln County Victim/Witness Advocate Kathleen Sheffield...
County Port Authority accused of more secret business dealings
Torgison’s application asserts that the Port Authority is contemplating selling property to...
Black bear, wild turkey hunting seasons begin April 15
Some of the top bear-producing Management Units in the state are 100, 101, 103 and 104.
Troy, Libby hosting several Easter Week events
Good Friday will see the Troy community’s first cross walk at 11 a.m. The meeting place will be at the Troy Christian Fellowship Church, 78 Lake Creek Road. The walk will end at Roosevelt Park with a worship service and a brief message.
Vet works to spread word of Vietnam Dustoff crews
Last fall, President Joe Biden signed into law the Dustoff Crews of the Vietnam War Congressional Gold Medal Act.
Farmer, Watson lead way for Libby track and field
Farmer dominated the 1,600- and 3,200-meter runs.
Construction resumes on Highway 37 bridge preservation project
There is a 10-foot width restriction through the project area. Wide loads will need to find an alternate route.
Orpha Miller
Orpha Miller
Long-time Libby resident celebrates 100th birthday
Ortega, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, was a resident of...
Troy falls to Ronan on the road, drops to 0-4
Orr was a bright spot for Troy, going a perfect 3-for-3 at the plate...
Legals for April, 15 2025
Friday, April 11
WILD ART-Libby Loggers Legion baseball practice
The home opener is at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 26, against Fort McLeod at Lee Gehring Field.
Jerry Lee Redifer
Jerry Lee Redifer
Columbia Falls shuts out Troy in five innings
Troy’s offense was held...
Libby's event calendar filling up following council approvals
Also, the Loggertown Baseball Club is hosting a youth baseball tournament June 14-15 at the Remp Fields.
Libby man sentenced to state prison for burglary charge
Cuffe mentioned Admire's extensive criminal history while delivering...
Elk hunting access agreement application deadline is May 1
For every permit/license issued through this program, landowners can select up to one-third of the required public hunters with the other two-thirds being randomly selected by FWP.
Keeping the Republic
Our democratic republic, though we’ve been blessed with it and devoted to it for 237 years, is nonetheless fragile. It is, after all, based upon the consent of every American. We cannot be forced to embrace it. We must choose it.
Police chase suspect enters guilty plea
Covey pleaded to seven counts of felony...
WILD ART-Hands Off Protest
Protesters in Libby and Troy involved with...
2025 wild horse kick-off adoption event in Hamilton
This event provides the public with the opportunity to adopt 37 wild horses, including yearlings, 2-5-year-old mares, and geldings.
Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond
In a nutshell: destroying SS would allow the wealthy to dodge proposals to shore up SS by increasing or eliminating SS’s cap on taxable wages.
Libby man faces strangulation charge
On the day of the incident, Eaker messaged the person and wanted...
What has happened to Northwest Montana's dwindling elk herd
As the agency’s elk species lead for Region 1, which encompasses Lincoln, Flathead, Lake and Sanders counties...
Libby Public Schools seek mill levy for maintenance costs
School Superintendent Ron Goodman said the levy would be permanent and generate $250,000 annually.
Libby Loggers tennis sweeps Bigfork
For the girls varsity, Maggie Fantozzi rallied from a first-set loss to beat...
Libby, Troy track and field perform well at Bigfork Invite
Freshman Capri Farmer led the charge with a personal-best time of 5:24.74 to take second in...
Incompetence meets corruption
But they couldn’t have avoided knowing that in 2021 Ellsworth confronted a Highway Patrolwoman who had pulled him over for going 88 mph in a 55-mph construction zone – at night.
Legals for April, 11 2025
Tuesday, April 8
Libby’s late rally falls short in tight loss to Ronan
Offensively, the Loggers were paced by Bently Houston, who went 2-for-3 with a triple and two RBIs.
It’s time to balance access with conservation on public lands and waters
The joke was on the public since many of those deeded lands never saw permanent rail lines built.
Farmers Market gearing up for 2025 season
Beginning Thursday, May 1, the popular community market will open weekly...
MT 200 bridge work to begin next week
Wide loads, over 10 feet in width, must find an alternate route. For the most up-to-date width restrictions and road conditions visit https://www.511mt.net/.
Troy man calls dispatch, police say he has drugs
According to court documents, on March 21, Burdett made multiple calls to dispatch, saying that he...
Tender Lovin’ Quilters of Troy event set for April 12
Beginning at 9 a.m., this half-day event is open to everyone.
Suit alleges county officials violated open meeting, public participation laws
The suit alleges that Torgison became aware last month the Port Authority entered into transactions with...
Libby woman dies in traffic crash involving elk
Neither the driver nor the passenger were...
How to get help for home heating costs
If you or someone you know is struggling to pay their home energy bill, please contact CAPNM. All information is kept confidential.
Logger High School Band brings home gold at prestigious Seattle Music Festival
A special highlight of the evening was when Troy student Dayton Johnson...
Troy softball powers past Bonners Ferry, improves to 3-0
The Trojans collected 14 hits in the win, led by Ellie Borgmann, who went 3-for-5 with a double and two RBIs.
Trojans still searching for first win after tough opening week
Despite the score, Troy showed signs of life at...
Convicted rapist sentenced to Montana State Prison
Brickey must register as a Tier 1 sex offender and was ordered to pay $879 in restitution...
John Francis Wagner
John Francis Wagner
Legals for April, 8 2025
Friday, April 4
Libby woman guilty of dealing illegal drugs
On Nov. 15, Det. Holskey met with Rowe at her motor home...
Lynn Jaqueth
Lynn Jaqueth
Late-inning rally lifts Libby over AA Flathead, 7-5
Class A Libby, playing up a division, erupted in the seventh to...
Yaak residents ramp up Community Hall rehab efforts
The hall, which will see its 100th birthday this summer on July 4, is in dire need of rehabilitation to keep it going another 100 years.
America has Stage 4 cancer
We taxpayers have been paying for all this ‘corpulence’ for YEARS & now we must educate ourselves re the disgusting waste, fraud, corruption...
Hagadone Hospitality breaks ground on Sherman Towers
The project will add 139 rooms to the Newsweek-ranked No. 1 Waterfront Hotel...
Libby native saves teen's life
As he ran south along Belardo Road near the Palm Springs Art Museum, he saw a teenage boy across the street screaming for help.
Lady Trojans Dominate Season Opener with 13-2 Win Over MAC
Halle Wallace and Leslie Gravier each blasted...
Libby Senior Center Menu for April 2025
Meals are ready from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday or 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday.
County election admin placed on administrative leave
Melanie Howell, hired to run the county’s elections in May 2023 following the resignation of Paula Buff, was put on...
Libby woman accused of kidnapping also faces drug charges
Waldron, who was arrested March 4 by Lincoln County officers, also appeared in district court Monday.
Ross Creek Cedars will close soon for trail work
As part of a Great American Outdoors Act funded project, the area will be undergoing these improvements beginning this spring, with weather permitting, as early as April 2025.
Legals for April, 4 2025
Tuesday, April 1
Property raffle to benefit Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter
Inventor, entrepreneur and Eureka resident John Clarke hatched the raffle idea...
Donald Ernest DeMars
Donald Ernest DeMars
Karoline Cole
Karoline Cole
Libby’s new softball field: A community effort taking shape
However, the hope is to have the field ready for at least the last home game on May 6.
Birth announcement
Tony and Jessica Knapp, and big brother, Bridger announce...
Troy man admits guilt in arson case
Troy Volunteer Fire Department members had extinguished the blaze and...
Troy track and field turns in strong showing at Eureka meet
Distance standout Jaylee Meyers stole the spotlight by...
Troy Dollar General grand opening event April 5
The store's grand opening event will include $10 complimentary gift cards to the first 50 adult customers...
Elizabeth Marie Holmes
Elizabeth Marie Holmes
No injuries reported in Kootenai River boat accident
The agency received a report that a 14-foot jet boat sunk...
Lady Loggers split opening week games
The Loggers are set to host Flathead at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Remp Field.
