George Edward Countryman

George Edward Countryman

Butte construction company owner charged with defrauding Libby firm

Lincoln County authorities allege Tobiness failed to pay a local contractor more than $200,000 in invoices for work it had done through the end of October 2023.

Cattle-killing griz euthanized in Teton Co.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks had previously captured and radio collared the young adult male bear weighing 375 pounds near Simms earlier this month.

In appreciation of the musical, "Annie"

What a big project put on by the Kootenai Karacters and the Libby Schools. It never ceases to amaze me of how much talent there is in our small town of Libby, Montana.

Valorie J. Sweet

Valorie J. Sweet

Legals for March, 29 2024

Families, freedom and fairness

Under Gianforte’s government the uninsured rate has increased by 127,000 Montanans of all ages. His approach to Medicaid redetermination has failed.

Letter writer says Lynch not fit for Montana Supreme Court

This is the "Lynch" campaign: baseless claims and inflammatory language.

Silver buckshot for solving climate change

Skiers and ski resort owners say they're losing out on skiing and business. This not only affects the mountains but also local retailers and restaurants. These mountain town economies are acutely feeling the effects of climate change.

Patricia Ann (Chaney) Raynes

Patricia Ann (Chaney) Raynes

Libby man pleads guilty to assaulting girlfriend

She said Eroh grabbed her hair and pushed her face into a pillow on the bed she was sitting on. She said he held her down for a couple seconds, blocking the airflow into her nose and mouth.

Montana district court Judge Deborah Christopher tenders resignation

In the letter, Judge Deborah Kim Christopher said it had been a privilege to serve Lake and Sanders counties for nearly 24 years, and she will resign effective April 5, 2024.

Montanans pay $100,000 for legislative hubris and abuse of power

Unfortunately, in this case, the taxpayers will bear the burden of the Republican leaders’ misconduct, which will compel Montana citizens to seek relief through the courts.

Analysis says county could get $368k for roads if SB 442 veto overridden

The Montana Supreme Court will have the ultimate say if whether Gianforte’s veto of the broadly supported bill that redistributes the state’s marijuana revenue to send more toward county roads and a legacy conservation program was done properly, since the state has filed a notice of an appeal of a Lewis and Clark County District Court decision.

Trial will go forward for man accused of running over Montana trooper

Tpr. Lewis Johnson suffered life-threatening injuries in the incident near Rexford and is still recovering after returning home to Chester, Montana in October 2023.

Registration open for RMEF World Elk Calling Championships in Big Sky

The competition, presented by Sportsman’s Warehouse, takes place on Saturday, June 15 in Big Sky, Montana, with more than $45,000 in cash and prizes going to top finishers.

County projected to receive $161k for trail projects

Two came from Lincoln County. The County Commissioners are seeking money to expand facilities at the Kootenai Falls Trailhead, including construction of bathrooms and a trailhead where the new parking lot leads to the trail. It is line to receive $62,479.

On first inspection weekend in Montana, first ‘mussel-fouled boat’ intercepted

Many invasive species have infected Montana waters, but so far, mussels have not, Lemon said. He said suspected mussel larvae were found in the Tiber Reservoir and Canyon Ferry Reservoir in 2016, but enough time has passed that those Missouri River Basin waterways are considered clear.

Forest officials seeking comment on Trojan Defense project

The Trojan Defense Project Area is located west and southwest of Troy. The area of analysis is a mixed ownership of, and intermingled within, rural areas of Forest Service, private timber lands and residential homes and businesses outside of the Troy city limits.

Libby Assembly of God Church hosting noted author

Libby Assembly of God Church is hosting a few events next month about redemptive compassion.