General News
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Friends of Scotchman Peaks plan trail work days
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Leiss new chemotherapy manager at Cabinet Peaks
Leiss started working as a Certified Nursing Assistant at the age of 16 and then became a Registered Nurse in her 20s.
Sheriff’s Office blotter
The law roundup is compiled from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office incident log. It is not meant to serve as an exhaustive account.
Forest Service seeks comment on Cedar Creek project
According to Matt Bienkowski, the operations supervisor for the Libby Ranger District, there are nearly 1,000 structures within 1.5 miles of the project area a…
New wrestling club hopes to add opportunity for youth
The Cabinet Mountain Elite Wrestling Club started last summer and according to its organizers, RJ Masters and Kirby Couvillion, is meant to give area youth the…
Troy man accused of attacking officers deemed fit to stand trial
Jonathan Joseph Peterson, 33, faces charges of assault on a peace officer, disorderly conduct, intimidation, resisting arrest and obstructing a peace officer following a Jan. 2, 2022, police pursuit.
Libby approves new growth policy
After some public concerns were heard by the council late in the process, the new document will guide Libby for the next decade.
Lincoln Co. 4-H hosts event with state legislators
There were nine members from South 40 and Kootenai Kids and Critters 4-H clubs who participated, including five youth members and four leaders.
Federal lawsuit claims insurer deliberately stalling in Libby asbestos cases
Attorneys for the miner filed a complaint in federal court, claiming that Zurich American Insurance Company systematically stalled and dragged out court proceedings in an attempt to force him into settling the laws…
City to hold special meeting tonight on paying county for police protection
The situation began after three of the force’s officers - Chris Pape, Ian Smith and Cody DeWitt - gave their resignations on Nov. 21, 2022.
Libby speech and debate team prepares for divisional competition
The Libby Loggers are wrapping up the regular season and preparing for divisionals.
Columbia Falls man accused of fentanyl possession
Alexandr Shestak, 53, was charged with two felony counts of possession of dangerous drugs and one misdemeanor count of possession of drug paraphernalia.
Police situation continues to rankle Libby City residents
In terms of an agreement between the city and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office to provide law enforcement coverage while the city works to rebuild its police fo…
Cabinet Peaks welcomes Nicely to Foundation Executive Director post
Nicely was one of seven candidates the Foundation Board interviewed.
Plea deal proposed for man accused of assaulting officer
Yakovenko is scheduled to appear in District Court at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23.
Smith River permit application deadline is Feb. 15
Celebrated for its spectacular scenery, remote location and excellent fishing, floating the Smith River is one of Montana’s most sought-after outdoor recreation experiences.