by The Western News. | October 17, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby man died Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle while he was on U.S. 2 just east of city limits. According to a report by Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Virgil Sadewasser, the 40-year-old man was in the outside westbound lane at 11:44 p.m. when he was struck by a …by The Western News. | January 26, 2024 7:00 AM. Flathead Electric Cooperative’s Roundup for Safety Board on Jan. 11 awarded $12,705 in grant funds supporting two Libby community safety projects. Turner Mountain/Kootenai Winter Sports requested and got $2,705 for assistance purchasing medical supplies and a rescue …The Western News | August 5, 2022 7:00 AM. A Libby man accused of stalking a local grocery store employee was dismissed last month after he died. Keith Archer Carlson, 76, faced one felony count of stalking, but according to court documents filed July 26 by Lincoln County Attorney Marcia Boris, the case was dismissed after his death.Jan 24, 2024 · Libby City Council agreed last week to endorse an effort by developers to secure a grant to restore and convert the old high school into a an apartment building with community space. The approval ... News, sports, special events and outdoors video shot by The Western News Libby's leading news source.The election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 7, according to Howell. In Libby, there are six candidates for three, four-year seats. They include incumbents Brian Zimmerman, Zach McNew and Hugh Taylor, as well as a former councilor, Darrel "DC" Orr and newcomers Brad Nelson and Ian Smith. McNew was appointed in September 2021 to fill a vacant ...The Western News | September 23, 2022 7:00 AM. Libby Junior-Senior High School and Cabinet View Golf Course will host the Western A Divisional tournament Friday. The tournament will feature Western Montana's best male and female golfers in Class A. The top four teams from each Division meet will qualify for the state meet.Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Libby, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 6 stories have been published about Libby which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months. Weather. -4°C. Saturday -5° | 3°C. Sunday -2° | 3°C. Monday 1° | 5°C.Libby ex-con gets prison time for drug offense. The Western News, Libby, Mont. October 27, 2023 · 2 min read. Oct. 27—A Libby man with a criminal past received a 4-year sentence to a Montana Department of Corrections facility on Monday, Oct. 23, for his most recent felony conviction. Joshua David Hoffman, 47, who originally faced five counts ...Police situation continues to rankle Libby City residents. Members of Libby City Council at the Dec. 20, 2022, meeting. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The saga surrounding the resignation of three Libby City Police officers continued Tuesday night with a report that Chief Scott Kessel has been on sick leave for the last few weeks.LIBBY — Authorities have found the body of a man who was reported missing late last month in the Libby area. Lincoln County Sheriff Darren Short reports the body of Johnny Lee Hantz was found ...“This is the history of Libby and I think it needs to preserved,” Zach McNew said. According to a March 26, 1964, story in The Western News, high school students last attended the old brick building on East Lincoln Boulevard that year before beginning classes in the then-new structure on the west side of Libby.Western News | 2 followers on LinkedIn. Serving the Communities of Libby and Troy Since 1902.Zach McNew. (Photo courtesy of Zach McNew) | October 15, 2021 7:00 AM. In anticipation of the November municipal election, The Western News sent questionnaires to all Libby and Troy candidates. Each candidate received the same questions and word limits. Libby City Council candidate responses will appear in alphabetical order in subsequent ...by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | May 16, 2023 7:00 AM. A disturbance involving a gun at a residence on Farm to Market Road at the end of March led to a felony charge against a local man. Kody Andrew Roberts, 31, of Libby pleaded not guilty to one count of felony criminal endangerment on April 10 in Lincoln County District Court.The Western News | June 23, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby couple accused of drug trafficking recently received deferred sentences after appearing in Lincoln County District Court. Judge Matt Cuffe delivered five-year terms to Amber Patterson Martin, 38, and Christopher Wayne Martin, 34, on June 12. Each pleaded guilty this spring to use or possession ...The Western News | June 23, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby couple accused of drug trafficking recently received deferred sentences after appearing in Lincoln County District Court. Judge Matt Cuffe delivered five-year terms to Amber Patterson Martin, 38, and Christopher Wayne Martin, 34, on June 12. Each pleaded guilty this spring to use or possession ...The Western News | September 13, 2022 7:00 AM. A home was destroyed by a fire Friday evening just east of Libby. The call came in at about 5 p.m. and firefighters from the Libby Volunteer Fire Department were on the scene for several hours. The white, single story home, which was located at the corner of White Avenue and Rose Street, …The Western News | May 16, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby man is facing charges he took thousands of dollars to build a fence for a local couple but failed to do the work. Steven Austin Quimby, 25, appeared in Lincoln County District Court on May 1 and pleaded not guilty to three charges, including two felonies for theft and check forgery.by The Western News. | October 17, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby man died Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle while he was on U.S. 2 just east of city limits. According to a report by Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Virgil Sadewasser, the 40-year-old man was in the outside westbound lane at 11:44 p.m. when he was struck by a Toyota Tacoma ...by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | July 14, 2023 7:00 AM. A Libby man has been accused of breaking into a family member's home and stealing a truck. Daniel James Marozzo, 39, is facing three felony charges. They include burglary and theft as well as one misdemeanor count of criminal mischief. He pleaded not guilty to the charges on ...The Western News | June 16, 2023 7:00 AM When The Shed Restaurant and Bar burned down last fall, it was devastating for many locals who enjoyed its food and fellowship. For long-time Libby resident and artist Ivan Hagen, he shared similar feelings and wondered about the fate of a framed illustration he drew and gave to owner Cora Gilmore for ...The first workshop will be from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19 in the parking lot of Libby Sports Center (204 W. Ninth St.). A second workshop will be held in Kalispell on Oct. 23 at the FWP office (490 N. Meridian) from 6-7 p.m. Participants at the workshops should bring a deer, elk or moose carcass or head with 2-4 inches of neck ...All participants must register! We'll meet in Libby for coffee and overview and then head to the field to explore several field sites on private lands and take road tours with a qualified instructor. The program is adults only, no pets, rain or shine. For more Information and to register email [email protected] or call 406-291-2154.A report of two dogs chasing and attacking a deer was made on Idaho Ave and W 10th St, Libby, MT. Officer responds to the Libby High School for a reported reckless driver in the 100 block of Education Way, Libby, MT. Officer responds in the 1400 block of Idaho Ave, Libby, MT, for a welfare check on an elderly woman.Libby, an app that provides free books, ebooks and magazines through local libraries, has announced the list for the inaugural Libby Book Awards, which features books chosen from 17 categories.Get breaking news alerts directly to your phone with our app. ... with Libby Gore, Andrew Denton and Debbie Spillane in a promo photo for Live and Sweaty in 1991. ... Inside the remote community ...Legals. To find legal records, see below. We'll share information regarding legal record retrieval for all of your research needs. Get reviews, hours, directions, coupons and more for Western News. Search for other Newspapers on The Real Yellow Pages®.by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | March 21, 2023 7:00 AM. A Deer Lodge man is accused of rape after an incident in Libby more than a year ago. Mark Douglas Brickey, 56, is facing one felony count of sexual intercourse without consent. He pleaded not guilty in Lincoln County District Court on March 13.Central School in Libby. (Derrick Perkins/The Western News) Under state law, a 500 foot buffer must exist between retail marijuana outlets and schools and churches. (Derrick Perkins/The Western News) Mineral Avenue, along with the U.S. Highway 2 corridor and California Avenue, is seen by city officials as a likely landing spot for retail ...Libby's Jay Beagle a three-sport standout. Jay Beagle competes in the 100-meter dash during the April 29 Lincoln County track meet in Libby. Beagle set the county record in the 400-meter at the meet with a time of 50.63 seconds. (Will Langhorne/The Western News) Jay Beagle is chasing a mark.According to previous reporting in The Western News, Spencer began officiating in 1976 in northern Idaho. He won a state championship in 1972 during Doug Crum's single season as Libby's head coach.Wintry conditions hamper travel in Libby area. First responders from Libby Volunteer Ambulance and the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office responded to a 2-vehicle traffic accident Wednesday afternoon in Libby. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) Wednesday's forecast by the National Weather Service didn't include accumulating snow in south ...Clyde E. Ross Jr, 57. Clyde E. Ross Jr, 57, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, at his home in Libby. He was born to Clyde Sr. and Betty (Hutton) Ross in Libby. Clyde was a current employee for the State of Montana as an appraiser, and had previously been a longtime employee of the Lincoln County Clerk and Recorder's Office.The Western News is a prominent newspaper serving the community of Libby, Montana. Located in the northwestern corner of the state, Libby is a small town nestled in the scenic Kootenai River Valley. With a population of around 2,700 residents, this tight-knit community relies on the Western News as a reliable source of local news and information.by WILL LANGHORNE. The Western News | April 6, 2021 7:00 AM. The Libby Volunteer Fire Department saw a changing of the guard during their annual elections held April 1. Firefighters voted in Steve Lauer, former assistant fire chief, as the new fire chief. Scott Beagle, former second assistant fire chief, is now the first assistant chief.Western Governors University (WGU) is a unique online university that offers competency-based education for students seeking to earn a degree. The university has a mission to provi...A Libby woman who was involved in a standoff with law enforcement earlier this year has been charged with witness tampering. Katherine Margaret Dedrick, 35, is charged with two felony counts of tampering with witnesses and informants. She is currently lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $50,000 bail.(Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) Veterans stand in line at the Memorial Center in Libby on Saturday, Sept. 30, at the 2023 Northwest Montana Veterans Stand Down. Libby's Keirsi Leigh sings the national anthem on Sept. 30 at the Memorial Center in Libby to help kick off the 2023 Northwest Montana Veterans Stand Down.The Western News reached out to Libby City Council candidates running in the Nov. 7 municipal election. The information below was provided by the candidates and edited for spelling and punctuation. ... A letter was published in the Western News and I have been vocal on Facebook explaining the reasons and actions taken. On my end the …Viergutz has an office at the Libby campus of the Flathead Valley Community College where she can be reached or contact her at 406-250-5218 or [email protected]. Also, see the foundation website at lorfoundation.org. They have already completed a number of projects benefitting Libby and are looking to do more.The Western News | March 17, 2023 7:00 AM. A man with seemingly nothing to lose, Jason Allen Miller reportedly told a female passenger in his truck that he was not going back to prison shortly before he allegedly ran a Montana Highway Patrol trooper over last month near Rexford. Jason Allen Miller, 41, pleaded not guilty to five felony charges ...Ronan won in three sets. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The Libby Lady Loggers dropped a three-set match at home on Saturday, Sept. 30. Ronan took the first set, 25-22, before winning the second, 25-19. Ronan dominated the third, 25-12. In the second set, the match was tied 5-5 before Ronan scored six of the next eight points to take ...2004 - 2024 | Western News obituary and death notices in Libby, Montana. Search obits for your ancestors, relatives, friends. Western News Obituaries (2004 - 2024) - Libby, MTApril 6, 1952 - June 2, 2023. Georgina Woody, age 71, went to heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on June 2, 2023, peacefully while surrounded by her family after a long, hard fought battle with ...Libby City Council agreed last week to endorse an effort by developers to secure a grant to restore and convert the old high school into a an apartment building …Get breaking news alerts directly to your phone with our app. ... with Libby Gore, Andrew Denton and Debbie Spillane in a promo photo for Live and Sweaty in 1991. ... Inside the remote community ...The Western News | January 13, 2023 7:00 AM. In two recent press releases, Libby City Mayor Peggy acknowledged that the city's Police Commission had been allowed to lapse and that another investigation had begun into allegations of misconduct by Chief of Police Scott Kessel. According to the Jan. 7 press releases, Williams wrote that, "It ...Libby man pleads guilty to stealing nearly $29,000. Steven Quimby appeared in Lincoln County District Court on May 1. (Paul Sievers/The Western News) A Libby man accused of taking tens of thousands of dollars to build fences for six Lincoln County residents recently pleaded guilty. Steven Austin Quimby, 25, appeared in Lincoln County District ...Legals. To find legal records, see below. We'll share information regarding legal record retrieval for all of your research needs.NewsBreak provides latest and breaking Libby, MT local news, weather forecast, crime and safety reports, traffic updates, event notices, sports, entertainment, local life and other items of interest in the community and nearby towns. ... The Western News. Legals for February, 13 2024.The Western News, a twice weekly newspaper located in Libby, was one of the first Montana newspapers to go online - the first among smaller publications. The first online issue appeared in early Spring 1995 with our Spring and Summer Visitors Guide. The Western News reaches roughly 3,000 households with every edition and is the largest paid ...The Western News | December 5, 2023 7:00 AM. The search continues for a missing Lincoln County man. Seventy-two-year-old Johnnie Lee Hantz was reported missing on Nov. 29. He was last seen leaving Libby on Tuesday, Nov. 28, driving northbound on Highway 37 in a camo-colored CAN-AM side by side with Montana license plate …Western News Home. 24.0°F Local News Sports Events ... 1 p.m., City Hall - Ponderosa Room, 952 E. Spruce Street, Libby. Oct. 26. Swan Valley conservation easement north of Condon (16,500 acres), Lazy Creek conservation easement northwest of Whitefish (10,200 acres), 1-2 p.m., FWP Region 1 Headquarters at 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell ...The Western News | November 11, 2022 7:00 AM. Two Troy residents died in a two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday afternoon on a snow-covered U.S. 2 west of Libby. According to Montana Highway Patrol, a 67-year-old man from Honolulu, Hawaii, was driving a Dodge R15 east toward Libby at about 2:23 p.m. when he lost control of the vehicle and ...Montana FWP plans suit against feds over wolverine Endangered Species Act listing. FWP’s objection to the Fish and Wildlife Service’s decision involves contentions that the federal agency did not use the best available science about interconnectivity between wolverines in the Lower 48 and Canada. Updated 1 week, 2 days ago. Feb. 16—City councils in Libby, Troy and the Lincoln County Commissioners both recently approved resolutions that will add another item to the June 4 primary election ballot. The resolutions call for elections where voters will decide if the municipalities will conduct a local government review. According to the state Constitution, each unit of local government must conduct a local election ...Alice: 406-293-8364, [email protected]. Jim: 406-293-1926, [email protected]. www.teamhayesrealtors.com. 417 Mineral Ave Ste 1 in the Mineral Plaza, Libby, Montana. Glacier National Park 2024 vehicle reservations open January 25 (posted 1/28/2024) Reservations required May 24 through September 8, 2024.The Western News is a prominent newspaper serving the community of Libby, Montana. Located in the northwestern corner of the state, Libby is a small town nestled in the scenic Kootenai River Valley. With a population of around 2,700 residents, this tight-knit community relies on the Western News as a reliable source of local news and information.Feb. 9—Surrounded by numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation, the Kootenai Outdoor Adventure Program keeps working to make sure Libby area school students have the chance to experience them. Last week, free to students in grades fifth through eighth, the program wrapped up its 10th year of the winter session at the South Flower Creek Ski area. Bill Moe, who helps coordinate the ...Hugh Taylor is a Libby native and was appointed to city council in March of 2018. Taylor served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and was a member of the Libby Volunteer Fire Department.*. He is an employee at Kootenai Truck Repair, according to the City of Libby website. Elected in 2007, Peggy Williams is the most senior member of city council.Libby tennis players dedicated to improvement. Libby senior Zach Carter returns against Whitefish's Brendan Bals Tuesday at Libby. (Ben Kibbey/The Western News) Libby sophomore Gabby Fantozzi reaches to make the return during a doubles match against Whitefish Tuesday at Libby. Fantozzi and her partner, sophomore Laneigha Zeiler, were ...Jun. 23—A Libby couple accused of drug trafficking recently received deferred sentences after appearing in Lincoln County District Court. Judge Matt Cuffe delivered five-year terms to Amber Patterson Martin, 38, and Christopher Wayne Martin, 34, on June 12. Each pleaded guilty this spring to use or possession of property subject to criminal forfeiture, specifically $2,983 in cash.The Western News, Libby, Mont. Battle between citizens, county and Happy's Inn developers reaches court. The Western News, Libby, Mont. December 8, 2023 at 2:16 PM ...Western News reader enjoys history column. I was delighted to read the Half a Century column entitled, "Pitching staff key to Am. Legion ball," regarding the 1973 Legion team in the April 11 edition of the Western News. As the season unfolded, I was correct in believing that club was a "well-balanced" team, but at the same time ...The Western news. The Western News was first published on July 17, 1902, in Libby, Montana. The paper was established by Frank M. Leonard and Leo H. Faust. In 1909, E.A. Southwick, the former publisher of The Whitefish Pilot, bought a half interest in the News.He and Faust continued together until Faust sold out to Southwick in 1912.The Western News reported. But news of the influenza hit home on Oct. 17 with the death of Private Neil Joughin. Stationed at Fort Missoula, Joughin succumbed to pneumonia after a bout with the flu. He left Libby two months prior, nearly to the day. A friend who escorted the body home recounted the speed and horror of the sickenss.Jul 22, 2022 · James Smart. | July 22, 2022 7:00 AM. James W. “Jim” Smart, 91, passed on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at his home in Libby, Montana. He was 15 days from his 92nd birthday. He was born on July 28, 1930, in Missoula, Montana. The second oldest of five boys of Stan and Lois Smart, he graduated from Hellgate High School. Libby to experience water shutoff next week. Libby residents will briefly lose water on Sept. 13 owing to work on the system, officials said in press release. Officials with City Hall and Noble Excavating expect the outage to last about six hours. It is scheduled to begin at 10 p.m., officials said. Residents are encouraged to fill storage ...Sep 6, 2023 · The Montanian is the locally owned community newspaper for Libby, Montana, and Troy, Montana. Lincoln County's trusted local source for news and community information. Home On Monday, Oct. 31, Troy Area Dispatch and Troy Police Department is hosting a trunk or treat event from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the parking lot of the Troy Activity Center. There will be prizes for best costumes and best car/trunk decorations. The time to decide on a Halloween costume is running out as Libby and Troy prepare for festivities.Libby Logger Spirit Senior Faith Erickson was honored at Senior Night festivities Feb. 13 prior to the girls home basketball game against Columbia Falls. Erickson, the daughter of Liz and Josh Erickson, excelled in Special Olympics in the 50- and 100-yard dashes, softball throw and 500-meter bicycle during her four years of high school.Jan 9, 2024 · A Libby woman is facing multiple felony drug charges, including smuggling meth into the county jail, after a series of events that occurred in the last few weeks. Rochelle Denise Styles, 44, is charged with three felony counts of transferring illegal articles (dangerous drugs), criminal distribution of dangerous drugs and a misdemeanor count of ... Oct 3, 2023 · Ronan won in three sets. (Scott Shindledecker/The Western News) The Libby Lady Loggers dropped a three-set match at home on Saturday, Sept. 30. Ronan took the first set, 25-22, before winning the second, 25-19. Ronan dominated the third, 25-12. In the second set, the match was tied 5-5 before Ronan scored six of the next eight points to take ... Russell Rayburn Thompson left behind many family and friends when he peacefully passed away at his home in Libby, Montana on Aug. 11, 2023. Russ was born on Jan. 25, 1938, in Dillon, Montana to ...23 Feb 2019 ... Libby · Butte Central · Columbia Falls · Browning. Be the first to know. Get local news delivered to your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and&nb...According to a press release, stores in Montana are also under construction in Columbia Falls and Eureka. In Libby the new location will be at 131 Education Way on the corner of U.S. 2. The chain said the expansion into Montana will give the retailer a significant presence in 48 states. "Breaking ground on each new Dollar General is ...Local businessman Zachariah McNew joined the Libby City Council on Sept. 20, taking Mayor Peggy Williams' former seat on the governing body. All Sections. Home. News ... Western News Home. 18.0°F Local News Sports Events Obituaries Submit Obituary ...by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER. The Western News | December 12, 2023 7:00 AM. The steady process of rebuilding the City of Libby Police Department continued last week when a new officer was sworn in. Seth Power became the department's fifth officer after he was sworn in by Chief Cody Ercanbrack on Monday, Dec. 4. "I am very pleased to have Power on ...The Western News | October 21, 2022 7:00 AM. A Troy woman facing several charges was arraigned in Lincoln County District Court on Monday. Elizabeth Kathline Williams, 29, pleaded not guilty to amended charges of felony attempted theft as well as several misdemeanors, including forgery, criminal trespass to vehicles, theft and violating a ...Two of those sales were the dregs of the Forest Service's fire salvage program following the 1994 wildfires on the Kootenai and the timber was of low quality and high defect. The other sale was for 500,000 board feet of quality peeler logs, but which required expensive helicopter yarding due to its location on the Sheep Range west of Libby.Johnnie Hantz, 72 Johnnie (John) Hantz, a Vietnam veteran and intrepid outdoorsman, was found deceased on Huson Peak near Libby, MT on December 14th, 2023, following a two-week search. Born in 1951. Western News Home. 33.0°F Local News Sports Events Obituaries SubmiThe Western News | August 13, 2021 7:00 AM. Libby's menu ex western news libby montana is a really great example of those western movies that are so true to history. She is a little naive at first to the western world and how western stories are a part of our life. There is a reason that most western movies are western. Theyre all about the western world and how life in the west was different from … The Western news. The Western News was first published on July 17, 19 The plan is for Cabinet Affordable Housing to build a 24-unit housing project targeting households with limited income. Kipp said they will be located on a 4.1 acre lot on Commerce Way, across from the Flathead Valley Community College. There will be 24 units in 12 duplex buildings with monthly rent ranging from $634 to $920.The Level 2 charging station rates are $1.55 per hour (capacity charge) plus $0.08 cents per kilowatt hour (energy charge). There is a Level 3 charging station in the works for the Libby Town Pump with an anticipated opening date this summer. The Libby Town Pump is the recent recipient of a "Fast Charge Your Ride" grant and will offer one ... The Western News reached out to Libby City Council candidat...
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