Wrestle

Libby Loggers Greenchain wrestling team competed in the Superior Tournament on Saturday, taking first place. The tournament was comprised of 12 teams — six of the 15 total Greenchain wrestlers were champs. Libby claimed first place with 189.5 points; Frenchtown 158.5 points; St. Ignatius/Charlo 142.5 points, and Eureka 114 points. The Greenchains will duel the Columbia Falls Wildcats at 6 p.m. on Thursday.

Identifying and treating hand, foot and mouth disease

As the school seasons begin and students return, it is inevitable that more diseases will begin to circulate through the student populations. Hand, foot and mouth disease is no exception and is something your child may be exposed to. If you are a parent, teacher, day care worker, or grandparent, this is what you should know.

The Western News

Troy Jr./Sr. High School held their annual academic awards assembly on Wednesday, May 21 honoring the graduating seniors.

Richard H. Tholen, 90

Our dad, our hero, Richard H. Tholen, 90, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2020 at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby. He was born June 3, 1930 at Virginia, Minnesota to Hugo “Pappy” and Emily “Ma” Tholen. He graduated from high school in 1948.

William R. (Bill) Rowberry

Our beloved husband, father, son, brother and grandfather, William R. (Bill) Rowberry, 67, passed away Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Bill was born Oct. 17, 1947, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Monte and Patricia Rowberry. He graduated from Soda Springs High School in 1965. Bill served in the United States Air Force from 1966 to 1970. He received an honorable discharge from the Air Force in 1970.

Andrew Spranger

Former Libby resident Andrew Spranger of Lewistown died on Jan. 4, 2006.

Loggers drama students perform well at own invite

The Libby High School speech and drama program had one of its biggest weekends of the year by hosting its own invitational this past Saturday.

Three Trojans named to All-Conference teams

Joseph Fennessy

Joseph Francis Fennessy Jr., 90, died Wednesday, April 18, 2007, at his home in Libby surrounded by family.

Voices in the Wilderness: Leigh Lake September

The September day started out early, before the sun rose, as most expeditions like this do. I laced up my boots, filled my water bottles and headed out the door with my friend and his dog — a needed companion.

Gary Peck becomes first inductee from Libby High School into state Athletes’ Hall of Fame

One sportswriter described Gary Peck as that speedy little guard with the buzz cut who nobody can defend.

'He just refused to be mediocre'

One sportswriter described Gary Peck as that speedy little guard with the buzz cut who nobody can defend.

Kootenai Valley Christian School names honor students

The following students of Kootenai Valley Christian School earned “A Honor Roll” awards in the First Quarter: Alexandra Durbin, Caelan Gray, Ryan Rank, Rhett Shelton, Angelica Bailey, Koehler Holmes, Thorin Nixon, Cadence Rebo, Morgan Sanderson, Zoe Warner and Dylan Warner.

Establishing a routine for bedtime makes for healthier children

Parents know that good sleep is important for their children. It increases the retention of learning, improves children’s behavior and energy levels, and improves general health.  

Troy VFW honors students, teacher for academic work

Winners of the local Patriot's Pen and Voice of Democracy writing contest were honored with pins and cash rewards for their essays.

Youth Runnerfell registration now open

The 30th Youth Runnerfell for boys and girls ages 3-16 will be held Friday, Sept. 13 at the Libby Elementary School track starting at 4 p.m. A short award ceremony for this year’s T-shirt contest winner will be held at 3:45 p.m.

Whitefish to name day after Olympic rugby player

Whitefish's mayor is poised to declare Friday, July 23, 2021, "Nicole Heavirland Day" in honor of the local woman gearing up to play rugby in the Tokyo Olympics.

Golf tourney raises funds for youth golf programs

Greenchain advances to state tournament

The Libby Greenchain came home with third place in the Divisional Seeding Tournament and seven of their wrestlers are going to state.

Magic show and the King offer wholesome entertainment

By KYLE McCLELLAN The Western News