SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER
Scott Shindledecker is the editor of The Western News. He covers public safety, city, county, sports and outdoors news. He is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a degree in journalism. He has been the sports and outdoors editor for the Courier-Express newspaper in DuBois, Pa., and worked for Hagadone Montana newspapers in Northwest Montana. He can be reached at 406-293-4124 or sshindledecker@thewesternnews.com.
Recent Stories
Quick response extinguishes wild fire near Libby Dam
Fire crews also dealt with unseasonably hot weather as temperatures rose into the low 90s.

Troy Volunteer Fire Department gets big lift from community support
The generosity came from various businesses and individuals, including the Halfway House Bar & Grill, which provided a licensed full bar service for the event donating all profits to the fundraiser.

Libby officials make progress with International Paper on water deal
The new deal would ensure that IP would continue compensating residents for the cost of...

Troy man sent back to prison on repeated probation violations
Williams admitted to the offenses in court and District Judge Matt Cuffe sentenced him to...
Dinner on the Diamond a Libby specialty
First held in 2014, the annual event on the perfectly manicured grass at the Lumberyard saw Logger supporters...
Former Minnesota convict accused of animal cruelty in Eureka
When Pitman examined the cat it appeared to have a broken...

Deadline nears for candidates to file for elected offices
Those interested in running for open seats for mayor or city council in Libby, Troy, Eureka and Rexford have until 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, to indicate their interest.
Libby swim pond nearing completion
Builders have been working on the feature for a number of months and hope to have it...
Troy man sentenced on negligent arson conviction
May 5, District Judge Matt Cuffe sentenced Nelson to a...
Hearing set June 12 in CARD Clinic seizure; sheriff's sale set for July 2
The hearing is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 12, in the Russell Smith Federal Courthouse. Judge Dana L. Christensen will hear the case.