Montana moving in the right direction on smoking

To the Editor:

Invasive Species Council to get feral swine update

The Montana Invasive Species Council will hold its next meeting Wednesday, Sept. 7, in Helena with a virtual option.

Carol Elaine Desire Metcalf Collinson

Carol Elaine Desire Metcalf Collinson

Regressive energy policy hurts Montana

The faster we lessen our dependence on fossil fuels, the less damage and suffering we will experience.

Legals April 2, 2019

Russell S. Barnes Attorney at Law 503 California Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 (406) 293-6247 Honorable Matthew J. Cuffe MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF LINCOLN IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF, DEANNA J. PROFITT, Deceased. PROBATE NO. DP-19-30 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to RICHARD SUTHERLAND, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the address below or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this day of March, 2019. _________________________ s/ Richard Sutherland c/o Russell S. Barnes Attorney at Law 503 California Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 Published In The Western News March 26, April 2, 9, 2019 MNAXLP

Legals January 22, 2019

Russell S. Barnes Attorney at Law 503 California Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 (406) 293-6247 Honorable Matthew J. Cuffe MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF LINCOLN IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Charles O. Berget Deceased PROBATE NO. DP-19-3 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Janice L. Berget, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the address below or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 3rd day of January, 2019. Janice L. Berget c/o Russell S. Barnes Attorney at Law 503 California Avenue Libby, Montana 59923 Published In The Western News January 8, 15, 22, 2018 MNAXLP

Montana Constitution Road Show coming to Lincoln Co.

The Roadshow is an engaging and informative presentation about the foundations of a representative democracy...

Feds delist gray wolf in region that includes Montana

There had been uncertainty about how the Obama administration would proceed, but Interior Secretary Ken Salazar announced Friday the decision to remove gray wolves from the list of threatened and endangered species.

Accused of running over state trooper, felon appears in court

Jason Allen Miller, 41, of Rexford, appeared in front of Judge Jay Sheffield for his arrest on absconding from parole for previous convictions in the county for theft and possession of dangerous drugs.

State launches program to reduce wildlife-vehicle conflicts

The Montana Wildlife and Transportation Partnership is a collaborative group of representatives from the Montana Department of Transportation, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and Montanans for Safe Wildlife Passage.

Budget cuts equal cuts in quality of life

The quality of life we enjoy in Montana is directly connected to the public investments we make in our communities – modern schools and quality education for our children, safe roads, updated water and sewer systems, and an affordable college education for our future workforce. However, with the Montana legislative session halfway complete, legislative leaders have made deep and devastating cuts to the state budget that impede our state’s ability to continue to prosper and will impact some of our most vulnerable families and neighbors.

Francom recognized by Sen. Daines

Legislators need to serve constituents, not party bosses

Republican Party bosses - Senator Matt Rosendale, State Chair Jeff Essmann, and Representative Keith Regier - in sworn depositions and press releases, hope to justify why their lawsuit to limit voter choice by closing primaries has merit for Montanans.

Legals for May, 15 2020

Legals August 15, 2017

NOTICE Whereas, the Board of Pardons and Parole has officially received an application for Executive Clemency concerning David Cox, convicted of the crime of burglary in Libby, Montana, in the county of Lincoln, State of Montana, and on October 12, 1982 received a term of 4 years with 1 year and 270 days ss. Therefore, be it ordered that Wednesday 30, 2017 at 2:30pm be set apart for the consideration of said Executive Clemency matter; and all persons having an interest therein desiring to be heard either for or against the granting of the Executive Clemency, are hereby notified to contact the Board of Pardons and Parole, 1002 Hollenbeck Road, Deer Lodge, Montana 59722, phone (406)846-1404 within 10 days of the date of said hearing, to be present at 2:30 pm at the Board of Pardons & Parole office at 1002 Hollenbeck Road, Deer Lodge. Further, ordered that a copy of this order be printed and published in The Western News, in Libby, Montana, in the county of Lincoln, once each week for a two-week period. Sincerely, BOARD OF PARDONS & PAROLE Cathy Leaver, Adm. Specialist. Published In The Western News August 15, 22, 2017 MNAXLP

Legals for June, 14 2022

Classic car lovers revel at Libby's Ignite the Nites

Igniters Car Club President Ed Leroy was appreciative of everyone who worked and attended the show.

Backing Gustafson for Montana Supreme Court

I feel she represents everyday Montanans and she is endorsed by former Montana Governor Marc Racicot.

Bobcat season closes in Trapping District 1

The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission has announced the end of bobcat season in Trapping District 1 in northwestern Montana.

No, Amanda, Montana does not need to look more like New York

Youth, ‘freshness’ and handsome looks are not sound reasons for supporting a candidate for any office, especially the office of U.S. senator for the State of Montana.