Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

The night that Trump’s son Donald Jr. announced the old Republican Party is dead, and replaced by the MAGA movement, Trump Sr. hosted Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

Patricia Ann (Chaney) Raynes

Patricia Ann (Chaney) Raynes

Deferred sentence for Yaak man who assaulted woman

Cuffe said statements by Manheim’s family members indicated concerns and worry that the defendant didn’t understand the gravity of the situation.

More accusations against Troy convict

Glaese is currently on probation for two convictions in March 2023. One was for a no contest plea to felony criminal endangerment after he attacked his wife and sprayed her with a fire extinguisher in the summer of 2022.

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.

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.

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The Memorial Center in Libby was packed last weekend for four performances of Annie...

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.

Legals for March, 26 2024

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.

Donovan Lee Adamson, 75

Donavon Lee Adamson

Senate Bill 442: A bill for all Montanans

A lack of investment in our rural roads also hampers wildland firefighting efforts and leaves residents of rural locations without reliable service from first responders.

Greenchain youth wrestlers ready for state Little Guy

Our Greenchain wrestlers haven’t peaked and it’s looking promising for success in Polson on March 23.

Libby man accused of cheating elderly Troy woman out of thousands

According to court documents, Swanson made hundreds of transactions totaling $87,620.89 in a span of 2 1/2-years between Nov. 1, 2019 and May 17, 2022.

Winter weather expected to return to region

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory across northwest Montana with snow and cold temperatures expected to possibly affect road conditions.

State sends out packets for lawmakers to try to override marijuana revenue bill veto

Courts ordered Executive Branch to mail out override polls by end of day Tuesday.

Spring sports begin for south Lincoln Co. squads

The Libby boys and girls tennis squads are scheduled to be in Polson at 9 a.m. Friday to take on the Pirates. Matches with Hamilton will follow at about 11 a.m.

New deadline to enroll kids in Libby Public pre-school

Due to changes at the state level, open enrollment begins April 1 and must be completed by June 30.