Local’s Eagle Scout project in honor of those who served
After getting the unanimous support of councilors at the April 21 Libby City Council meeting...
Howell returns to work as county elections seek stability
Howell spoke to The Western News on Election Night, Tuesday, May 6, about the situation and her return to the job she was hired to do in May 2023.
CARD, feds fight back against BNSF's effort to collect on lawsuit
The federal government joined CARD’s effort to keep its doors open, serving the patients who have grown to rely on its treatment and support for 25 years.
Libby woman sentenced for selling meth, prescription drugs
Rowe, who entered and left the courtroom with the aid of a...
Title III money buoys county first responders
Retiring county Forester Jennifer Nelson began squirreling away...
Dozens battle large wildfire in Lincoln Co.
Fire officials said dry and windy conditions apparently allowed a slow simmering fire to grow quickly Friday and Saturday.
Pied-in-the-face principals highlight Libby Spirit Assembly
Capping the school week Friday, sixth-grade students in the Libby Educational...
Libby Loggers celebrate Senior Night with big wins
Libby honored Peyton Waggoner, Madison Vincent and Rachel Kosters...
Lincoln County voters pick school trustees; dump Libby levy
Libby School District voters defeated the request by a more than two to one margin.
Libby's CARD Clinic closed following court ruling
BNSF’s involvement relates to asbestos-contaminated vermiculite in the rail yard that a 2024 federal jury said was a considerable factor in the negligent deaths of former Libby residents...
Troy Trojans baseball honors its seniors
Cooper Carsley, Preston Norder, Lucas Peterson, Trapper Savage, Kempton Sloan and Cody Todd were recognized along with their family members.
Troy softball runs record to 13-3 with two comeback wins
It was the second time in three days that Troy (13-3) shrugged off a five-run deficit to score a win.
State will consider Bull River restrictions at June 19 meeting
Most petition signers were from nearby Heron, Noxon, Trout Creek, Troy and Libby, but he also had signers from Montana locales as far away as Belgrade and Billings.
Libby Logger softball unveils new field with big win
The Loggers will host two more games on their new field, Tuesday against Browning. Senior Night festivities will also be held.
Chain of Lakes coalition appeals RV park ruling to state Supreme Court
The Board of Commissioners voted to approve a preliminary plat for the proposed RV park in September 2022.
Deferred sentence for Libby man accused of gun assault
According to police reports, Lincoln County Sheriff's deputies responded to a call from a woman who said that Toczek...
Libby school trustee candidates share views at forum
For voters, their ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, May 6.
Community effort helps bring youth baseball tourneys to Libby
In preparation to host the tournaments, Libby resident Derek...
Puppy abandoner gets suspended sentence
She pleaded not guilty Feb. 18 in...
Libby man sentenced for assaulting girlfriend
Cuffe remarked during the hearing that the victim was in support of the plea deal, but some of her family members were not in agreement.
Bids sought for Libby area timber sale following state approval
The location of the planned sale is adjacent to timber thinning operations on private land just off the Haul Road outside of Libby.
Beagle tops teammate Martineau at Libby Invitational
In boys doubles 1s and 2s, Blaise Erickson and Isaac Lamere teamed up to place fourth.
Libby gifted students' project benefits those in need
The growing concerns of area homeless and food insecurity led the group to put on a food drive and donate the collection.
Area fire crews battle wild fire near Happy's Inn
The West Camp Fire was called in at about...
Libby Volunteer Fire crews douse structure fire
The call came in after 3 p.m. at a residence on Cherry Creek Drive.
Lady Trojans run record to 9-0 with wins over Plains, TFalls
A day later, Troy won a big game over the Lady Blue Hawks...
Libby firefighters extinguish Kootenai River Road blaze
Twenty-one firefighters were on the scene along with...
Lady Trojans softball enjoy perfect start to season
After a 26-0 beat down of visiting Priest River, Idaho in three innings on a warm...
Fire crews douse multiple blazes in north Lincoln Co.
Fire Adapted Kootenai also provided considerable information to help those planning controlled burns.
Shed hunter kills charging grizzly near Dupuyer
Officials said the adult female bear had a single yearling cub that was found on site, unharmed.
Authorities say Libby man brought fentanyl to area
Holzer believed Watts would arrive on an Amtrak train...
Black bear, wild turkey hunting seasons begin April 15
Some of the top bear-producing Management Units in the state are 100, 101, 103 and 104.
County Port Authority accused of more secret business dealings
Torgison’s application asserts that the Port Authority is contemplating selling property to...
Farmer, Watson lead way for Libby track and field
Farmer dominated the 1,600- and 3,200-meter runs.
Troy, Libby hosting several Easter Week events
Good Friday will see the Troy community’s first cross walk at 11 a.m. The meeting place will be at the Troy Christian Fellowship Church, 78 Lake Creek Road. The walk will end at Roosevelt Park with a worship service and a brief message.
Libby man sentenced to state prison for burglary charge
Cuffe mentioned Admire's extensive criminal history while delivering...
Police chase suspect enters guilty plea
Covey pleaded to seven counts of felony...
Libby's event calendar filling up following council approvals
Also, the Loggertown Baseball Club is hosting a youth baseball tournament June 14-15 at the Remp Fields.
Libby Public Schools seek mill levy for maintenance costs
School Superintendent Ron Goodman said the levy would be permanent and generate $250,000 annually.
Libby Loggers tennis sweeps Bigfork
For the girls varsity, Maggie Fantozzi rallied from a first-set loss to beat...
Convicted rapist sentenced to Montana State Prison
Brickey must register as a Tier 1 sex offender and was ordered to pay $879 in restitution...
Suit alleges county officials violated open meeting, public participation laws
The suit alleges that Torgison became aware last month the Port Authority entered into transactions with...
County election admin placed on administrative leave
Melanie Howell, hired to run the county’s elections in May 2023 following the resignation of Paula Buff, was put on...
Libby woman guilty of dealing illegal drugs
On Nov. 15, Det. Holskey met with Rowe at her motor home...
Yaak residents ramp up Community Hall rehab efforts
The hall, which will see its 100th birthday this summer on July 4, is in dire need of rehabilitation to keep it going another 100 years.
Libby woman accused of kidnapping also faces drug charges
Waldron, who was arrested March 4 by Lincoln County officers, also appeared in district court Monday.
Troy man admits guilt in arson case
Troy Volunteer Fire Department members had extinguished the blaze and...
City approves Mineral Avenue closures for 406 Day, Ignite the Nites
The 64th annual show, according to information at igniterscarclub.com, begins Thursday, Aug. 14 with the High Stakes Poker Run.
Troy VFW Auxiliary offers free yard work help to area vets
Auxiliary President Deanna Nelson began a program for Libby and Troy veterans...
Gravel Pit Fire arsonist headed to Deer Lodge
Cuffe followed the terms of the plea deal that...