Ignite the Nites has certainly impacted

Libby’s local economy with its annual car show, Mineral Avenue

cruising and burn-out contest.

Now, one could say that the event has

led to another benefit – and it involves teeth.

“We had a great time,” said Dr. Eric C.

Simpson, a new Libby dentist who said he became interested in the

community after attending Ignite the Nites with friends. “I think

it’s the best car show that we’ve been to.”

Simpson is joining the practice of Dr.

David Swanson, who plans to continue being available for

consultaton.

Simpson worked as an associate dentist

in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, for the past six years and before that,

performed dentistry under his own practice for 30 years in Juneau,

Alaska.

He enjoys hunting and fishing,

tinkering with old cars and riding motorcycles with friends.

Simpson said he looks forward to the

slower pace of a small town.

“Coeur d’Alene has gotten bigger than I

really enjoyed,” he said.

Simpson began working in Libby this

week and continues to accept new patients. New procedures that

Simpson brings to the office includes root canals and

extractions.

“I’m excited about moving to Libby and

being in business here,” he said. “I really like the town, and

people have been super friendly.”