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June 6, 2025 7 a.m.

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
June 6, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

Libby swim pond nearing completion
June 6, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby swim pond nearing completion

Builders have been working on the feature for a number of months and hope to have it...

Libby High School Class of 2025 graduates
June 3, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby High School Class of 2025 graduates

Lincoln County District Judge Matt Cuffe delivered the commencement speech...

Commissioners to consider large subdivision plan south of Libby
June 3, 2025 7 a.m.

Commissioners to consider large subdivision plan south of Libby

The two proposed subdivisions are located next to Schrieber Lake, off U.S. 2, about 23 miles south of Libby.

Libby man pleads; authorities seek trafficking suspect
June 3, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby man pleads; authorities seek trafficking suspect

Meanwhile, Maxim’s associate, Tucero Antonio Knippling...

Libby's Farmer, Andersen win medals at state track and field championships
May 30, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby's Farmer, Andersen win medals at state track and field championships

Held at Legends Stadium in Kalispell, freshman Capri Farmer claimed two medals, including a silver, while junior Tristan Andersen grabbed the third precious medal.

Libby’s Rambo honored for sacrifice in Vietnam
May 30, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby’s Rambo honored for sacrifice in Vietnam

Rambo was posthumously awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, a Purple Heart and...

No mountain too tall: Libby’s Beagle repeats as state tennis champ
May 30, 2025 7 a.m.

No mountain too tall: Libby’s Beagle repeats as state tennis champ

Beagle, Libby’s first boys state champion, won back-to-back Montana High School Association Class A singles titles...

Libby man jailed on negligent homicide charge in toddler's death
May 28, 2025 4:40 p.m.

Libby man jailed on negligent homicide charge in toddler's death

When law officers and Libby Volunteer Ambulance members arrived the scene they were told...

Battle over Port Authority's business dealings continues in court filings
May 27, 2025 7 a.m.

Battle over Port Authority's business dealings continues in court filings

The attorney also wrote that of the five current Port Authority Board members, Chair Jerry Bennett, county Commissioner Brent Teske, Tony Petrusha, Chris Bache and Kevin Peck, several were not on the board at the time transactions were made involving Noble Industries and Thompson Contracting.

In the eyes of the beholder: Troy students are talented artists
May 27, 2025 7 a.m.

In the eyes of the beholder: Troy students are talented artists

Seniors Christina Hammer and Bella O’Day showcased four years of work in the high school gym.

Libby officials approve Community Development Fund policy
May 23, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby officials approve Community Development Fund policy

The Community Development Fund balance currently sits at nearly...

Deer ticks have arrived in Montana
May 23, 2025 7 a.m.

Deer ticks have arrived in Montana

State health officials are asking the public's help this spring with tick surveillance...

May 20, 2025 7 a.m.

Troy Library expansion project on hold

Launched in 2019, the TLOC project was designed to expand access to community programs, modernize facilities and foster a community spirit in Troy. Thanks to the dedication of staff, community stakeholders and partners, the project has...

Eureka man guilty of running magic mushroom grow operation
May 20, 2025 7 a.m.

Eureka man guilty of running magic mushroom grow operation

A conviction for criminal production or manufacture of dangerous drugs may result in a maximum...

Libby's Beagle wins fourth divisional; eyes second state title
May 20, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby's Beagle wins fourth divisional; eyes second state title

Beagle is also seeking a fourth medal. He was third in his freshman and sophomore seasons.

Howell returns to work as county elections seek stability
May 16, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

Local’s Eagle Scout project in honor of those who served
May 16, 2025 7 a.m.

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...

May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

Title III money buoys county first responders

Retiring county Forester Jennifer Nelson began squirreling away...

Pied-in-the-face principals highlight Libby Spirit Assembly
May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

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
May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby Loggers celebrate Senior Night with big wins

Libby honored Peyton Waggoner, Madison Vincent and Rachel Kosters...

Dozens battle large wildfire in Lincoln Co.
May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

Libby woman sentenced for selling meth, prescription drugs
May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby woman sentenced for selling meth, prescription drugs

Rowe, who entered and left the courtroom with the aid of a...

CARD, feds fight back against BNSF's effort to collect on lawsuit
May 13, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

Lincoln County voters pick school trustees; dump Libby levy
May 9, 2025 7 a.m.

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
May 7, 2025 3:30 p.m.

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 softball runs record to 13-3 with two comeback wins
May 6, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

May 6, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

Troy Trojans baseball honors its seniors
May 6, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

Chain of Lakes coalition appeals RV park ruling to state Supreme Court
May 6, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

May 6, 2025 7 a.m.

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 Logger softball unveils new field with big win
May 6, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

Libby school trustee candidates share views at forum
May 2, 2025 7 a.m.

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.

Puppy abandoner gets suspended sentence
May 2, 2025 7 a.m.

Puppy abandoner gets suspended sentence

She pleaded not guilty Feb. 18 in...

Community effort helps bring youth baseball tourneys to Libby
May 2, 2025 7 a.m.

Community effort helps bring youth baseball tourneys to Libby

In preparation to host the tournaments, Libby resident Derek...

Libby man sentenced for assaulting girlfriend
April 29, 2025 7 a.m.

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
April 29, 2025 7 a.m.

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
April 29, 2025 7 a.m.

Beagle tops teammate Martineau at Libby Invitational

In boys doubles 1s and 2s, Blaise Erickson and Isaac Lamere teamed up to place fourth.

Libby Volunteer Fire crews douse structure fire
April 25, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby Volunteer Fire crews douse structure fire

The call came in after 3 p.m. at a residence on Cherry Creek Drive.

Libby gifted students' project benefits those in need
April 25, 2025 7 a.m.

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
April 25, 2025 7 a.m.

Area fire crews battle wild fire near Happy's Inn

The West Camp Fire was called in at about...

Lady Trojans run record to 9-0 with wins over Plains, TFalls
April 22, 2025 7 a.m.

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
April 22, 2025 7 a.m.

Libby firefighters extinguish Kootenai River Road blaze

Twenty-one firefighters were on the scene along with...

Lady Trojans softball enjoy perfect start to season
April 18, 2025 7 a.m.

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.
April 18, 2025 7 a.m.

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
April 18, 2025 7 a.m.

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
April 18, 2025 7 a.m.

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
April 15, 2025 7 a.m.

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.