Letters to the Editor
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Battling substance abuse requires collaborative effort
Two and a half years ago, Attorney General Tim Fox and I stood on the steps of the state capitol with other lawmak…
Stop keeping society's secrets
I just finished reading “I Can’t Breath!” by H.M. Bowker. It was like walking down Libby streets again. When I lived there, I didn’t know asbestos was a killer and that so many people were sick or died because of i…
Look to past to see our future
At long last the dream will soon come true. A new era of taxation will trickle down upon us. Massive tax cuts for the wealthy and corporations will, we are told, cause a rising tide that will float all our boats. W…
Thankful for a generous community
What amazing people in this community of ours!
SK Fingerjoint appreciates the community's support
SK Fingerjoint wants to thank our community for all the love and support they have shown to us during this trying time. Nothing can ever prepare you for a tragedy of this nature, but having so much community suppor…
Sen. Roy Moore 'a Bible-waving pimp'
Leigh Corfman says Roy Moore molested her when she was 14. I have not read that she is seeking fame or money. My impression is that she wants her story heard to change the dirty double standard that powerful and in…
Thankful for agreement between county and coalition
Here in Libby, the Kootenai National Forest has shaped our history of logging, outdoor recreation and the high quality of life that we all enjoy by living here. We have vast open spaces and beautiful mountains righ…
Join us for candlelight service
Christmas can be a painful time for some. It may be the first Christmas without a loved family member; it may be a time that has always been difficult.
Robert W. Burns
Robert W. Burns, 83, died on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2017 at his home in Troy of natural causes. He was born on Aug. 21, 1934 at Monterey Park, California to Milton and Flossie C. Elliott.
Thanks to a departing librarian
Troy Friends of the Library want to say thank you and good luck to our librarian of 10 years, Stacy Walenter.
How did Sen. Llew Jones get the job?
I am grateful to Republicans who successfully held the line against raising taxes during the special session.
Protect net neutrality
Protect net neutrality. Neutrality on the internet is the only way to allow democratic participation in communication, education, employment, community and public service, and to access to health, safety and other …
Thank you for supporting KVP Habitat for Humanity
Kootenai Valley Partners Habitat for Humanity would like to thank The Western News for your coverage of the fundraiser we just had at Rosauers. Folks came to the store knowing what was going on.
Can those who lost their jobs help rebuild SK Fingerjoint?
If the owner of SK Fingerjoint is planning to rebuild, I was wondering if it might be possible that the recipient of the bid to rebuild the plant might be able to give the people who lost their jobs because of the …
Bible: Right is right, left wrong
This is in response to the letter “A wake up call for Trump voters” by Bill Baum in the Nov. 10 issue of The Western News.
Thank you for honoring Veterans Day with us
Libby Elks Lodge would like to thank all the veterans and their families for sharing the Elks Veterans Day Dinner at the Lodge.