Hoops Winslow
Lady Logger basketball practice with Coach Wally Winslow, left, and sophomore Alli Collins at the freethrow line. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Wrestle Morford
Greenchain head wrestling coach Kelly Morford, left, and freshmen Trey Thompson and Cyrus Sweedman. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Santa Francom
Jacob Francom was tapped for lighting the Christmas tree welcoming Santa and Mrs. Claus to downtown Troy Saturday evening. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Santa Bowers
Brookelynn Bowers, 5, tests her bowling skills prior to Santa's arrival in Troy Saturday evening. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Santa Jellesed
Eight-year-old Kirsti Jellesed is all smiles as she speaks with Santa in downtown Troy Saturday evening. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Santa Kelso
Brody Kelso's visit with Santa included a request for an RC Drift Car, guitar and candy. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Santa Monty
Chelsea Monty, 9, tried her hand at the giant candycane ring toss prior to Santa's arrival Saturday evening. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Santa Fritts
Lukas Fritts' Christmas request was to play with Santa's reindeer. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Santa Hilton
Santa and Mrs. Claus made a stop in Troy to check on the Christmas wishes of a long line of children Saturday evening. Five-year-old Dexter Hilton will be looking for a skateboard under the tree this year. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Turkey KVCS
Miss Shue's third and fourth graders show off their Thanksgiving Day artwork.
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Hunt Hock
Jennifer Hock tagged a nice 4x4 in the Pipe Creek area about noon Nov. 21. Taken with a Ruger Gunsite Scout in .308 Win. at 25-30 yards with a Hornady 125 gr. SST bullet. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Gruber Jeff
Jeff Gruber's challenge to the Libby High School football team: I'll dye my hair blue and gold if you guys win your homecoming game. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Turk Fourteen
Waylon's rendition of a pumpkin, Kathy Carper's class, Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Turk Thirteen
Bridger and Ben, age 4, Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Turk Twleve
The artwork of Kathy Carper's class, Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Turk Eleven
Miss Shuey's third and fourth graders show off their Thanksgiving Day artwork.
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Turk Nine
Memories of a Thanksgiving past with James of Kootenai Valley Christiann School.
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Turk Eight
Thanksgiving 2015 with Kootenai Valley Christian Schools's Chloe Anderson.
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Turk Seven
Christopher Silbermann of Kootenai Valley Christian School recalls Thanksgiving 2015, a combination of turkey and duck for dinner.
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Turk Five
Thanksgiving Day art on display at Libby Elementary.
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Turk Four
A sample of the Thanksgiving Day art from Libby Elementary.
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Turk Three
Seasonal art from Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Turk Two
Thanksgiving Day art from Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Turk One
Turkeys from Mrs. Grotjohn's kindergarten class.
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Hoops Peterson
Troy's Dylan Peterson drives past Ryder Davis to score in the second half during the roundball Jamboree at Libby Elementary Saturday. Loggers over Knights 34-24. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Hoops McElmurry
Eureka's Gunner Smith, left, and Ryker McElmurry scramble after a loose ball during Saturday's Jamboree at Libby High School. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Hoops Patterson
David Patterson guarding Kaydn Newborn in second half action vs. Eureka Saturday. Loggers over Lions 51-18. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Hoops Carlisle
Matt Carlisle looks to pass with Troy's John Bowlers guarding in second half action during Saturday's roundball Jamboree at Libby Elementary. 34-24 Libby.
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Counting Corky
Ballot counting with election judges Corky Watson, left and Ellen Frament. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Pantry Cannon
Food Pantry volunteer Judy Cannon gathers items to load into grocery bags Tuesday afternoon. Each family receives two bags. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Volleyball Cannon
Junior Haylee Cannon blocking in first game vs. Troy Oct. 18. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Band Sabra
Fall band concert with Sabra Hancock. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Concert Foss
Sixth grade band members Mackenzie Foss, left, and Acacia Foreman perform during Tuesday evening's fall band concert which included bands from the elementary, middle and high school with solos performed by Ember Rode, Janina Daep, Gabby Fantozzi, Chase Benner, Katelyn Reeves, Trey Thompson, Sabra Hancock, Colton Tubb and Chris Williams. …
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Volleyball Pierce
Sarah Pierce, left, and Kylie Carr celebrate an ace serve in third game vs. Libby Oct. 18. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Jenkins Check
Ron Reuteler, left, Eryn Jenkins, Diana Reuteler, Dan Jenkins, Kiye Jenkins Elsie Douglas, Dori Abrahamson, Sandy Dempewolf and Terry Pitcher. Proceeds of American Legion Post No. 97 Auxiliary bake sale to benefit Kiye Jenkins in the amount of $400. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Volleyball Roach
Senior outside hitter Olivia Roach sends it over the net in third game vs. Libby Oct. 18. Libby in three: 25-21, 25-11, 25-14. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Volleyball Gruber
Sophomore Emma Gruber with a bump in first game vs. Troy Oct. 18. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Volleyball Sykes
Sophomore Mehki Sykes kill shot in third game vs. Troy Oct. 18. Libby in three: 21-25, 11-25, 14-25. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Fall Four
The colors of autumn are evident looking north on Pipe Creek from the bridge on Bobtail Cutoff. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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X Country Zeiler
Mikaylin Zeiler competes during Libby Invite at J. Neils Park Saturday, Aug. 27. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Candidate Cuffe Mike
Rep. Mike Cuffe HD2 (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Soccer Stenros
Troy's Isaac Stenros, right, works the ball down field with Libby's Isaac O'Rourke in pursuit. Libby prevails 2-1 and advances to play Plains later in the afternoon. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Soccer O'Rourke
Isaac O'Rourke passing in first half action vs. Troy Saturday. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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V Ball Coldwell
Junior Allie Coldwell blocking in first game vs. Bigfork Oct. 15. Lady Trojans fall in three: 19-25, 22-25, 14-25. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Volleyball Bradeen
The bench explodes with Sammee Bradeen, left, Emily Carvey and Samantha Miller after Mehki Sykes' kill shot in third game vs. Troy Thursday, Sept. 22. Libby in three: 25-10, 25-11, 25-15. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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AuntTs Coffee
AuntT's Coffee Corner expansion room. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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David McGarry
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Homecoming Winebark
Freshman princess candidate Isabel Ramirez, right, escorted by Terren Winebark. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Homecoming Ramirez
Sophomore princess candidate Emily Ramirez, left, escorted by Trevor Hoagland. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Homecoming Faur
Homecoming junior princess candidate Kaitlyn Downey, right, escorted by A.J. Faur. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Homecoming Ortiz
Riding in a 1926 Model T Ford are senior king and queen candidates Reymundo Ortiz, left, and Olivia Roach. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Homecoming Brown
Senior king and queen candidates hosted by the junior class with Allie Brown, left, and Noah Caballero. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Homecoming Lewis
Senior king and queen candidates hosted by the sophomore class with Alyssa Lewis, left, and Jordan Day. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Homecoming Carter
Senior king and queen candidates hosted by the freshman class with Taylor Carter, left, and Mason Chapel. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Homecoming KQ
Troy's homecoming Queen Olivia Short and King Tucker Winn. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Football Chapel
Mason Chapel gets a pat on the back from sophomore quarterback Cody Osterberg after a 60-0 homecoming loss to Eureka Friday night. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Crime Three
Crime scene investigators at the residence of Sheena Devine, 404 W. Third, Apt. B Friday afternoon. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Crime Two
The residence of Sheena Devine, 404 W. Third, Apt. B with County Attorney Bernard Cassidy, left, Deputy County Attorney Jeff Zwang, Deputy County Attorney Marcia Boris and Sheriff's Deputy John Hyslop. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Michael Diller
Michael Diller competing at Libby Invite Aug. 27. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Crime One
Broken window of Trevor Mercier's residence at Park Apartments No. 43 with Boyd White, left, Chief Terry Watson and Sheriff Roby Bowe. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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PIP Courteau
Melanie and Justin Courteau approach the finish line of Paint it Pink 2016. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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PIP Haugen
Paint it Pink 2016 with seven-year-old Bailey Haugen at the finish line. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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PIP Start
The 5k and 10k portion of Paint it Pink 2016 were off and running promptly at 9 a.m. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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PIP Jeresek
Kriss Jeresek, left, gets a celebratory high-five from Paula Marcinkowski as she crosses the finish line during PIP 2016. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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PIP Matthews
Kara Matthews, left, and Maria Clemons cross the Haul Bridge during Paint it Pink 2016. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Bear Yeadon
Troy's Braxton Yeadon, 10, downed this black bear during the first day, first hour of hunting season. The distance was 60 yards with a .243 Winchester in the China Lake area. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Volleyball Day
Sophomore setter Annie Day in third game vs. Noxon Tuesday evening. Lady Trojans in three: 25-7, 25-19, 25-13. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Soccer Freese
Auguste Emond, left, and sophomore midfielder Andrew Freese fight for control vs. Columbia Falls Tuesday, Oct. 4. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Candidate Gunderson
Steve Gunderson (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Candidate Haarstick
Steve Haarstick (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Golf Johnston
Ryggs Johnston tees off on No. 1, Libby Invite April 29, 2016. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Soccer Vanderhoef
Senior Elizabeth Vanderhoef receiving on an inbound pass first half vs. Bigfork Oct. 1. Lady Loggers fall to the Valkyries 4-1. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Soccer Lucas
Junior defender Tyler Lucas (center) is all smiles after scoring in the second half vs. Stillwater Saturday. Loggers over Cougars 2-0. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Homecoming Mossburg
Gathered round the Logger axe during Homecoming 2016 were Giovanni Cano, left, Reed Christensen, Emily Mossburg and Abigail Creighton. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Football Peck
Junior Brian Peck was first through the banner as the Loggers took to the field Friday vs. Troy. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Candidate Bennett
Rep. Jerry Bennett HD1 (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Football Pepmiller
Crystal Pepmiller fires up her celebratory chainsaw following a Logger touchdown in third quarter. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Football Winn
Logan Nelson, left, and Braydan Thom tackle Troy quarterback Tucker Winn, first quarter. (Paul Sievers/TWN)
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Volleyball Gallagher
Freshman Sheyla Gallagher blocking vs. Thompson Falls Sept. 27. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Lauren Thorstenson
Lauren Thorstenson competes at Libby Invite Aug. 27. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Staff Pic
New Western News staff members, Bethany Rolfson, left, and Caleb Soptelean. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Football Thom
Senior quarterback Braydan Thom on a "keeper" in third quarter vs. Eureka Sept. 23. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Volleyball Bradeen
The bench explodes with Sammee Bradeen, left, Emily Carvey and Samantha Miller after Mehki Sykes' kill shot in third game vs. Troy Thursday, Sept. 22. Libby in three: 25-10, 25-11, 25-15. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Volleyball Brown
Troy senior Allie Brown setting in third game vs. Libby Sept. 22. Libby in three: 25-10, 25-11, 25-15. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Leak One
Leak in the roof of the LVFD, northeast corner of building.
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Hotel Libby Two
Hotel Libby's Richard Burger, left, removes the plywood covers in preparation for the installation of 36 new windows Sept. 15. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Hotel Libby One
Hotel Libby's Richard Burger, left, removes the plywood covers in preparation for the installation of 36 new windows Sept. 15. With Mike Noble at the controls. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Football Day
First quarter kickoff return to the Trojan 20-yard-line with senior Jordan Day on the carry. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Football Peck
Hard charging junior quarterback Brian Peck on a keeper first quarter vs. Shelby Sept. 16. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Football Carvey
Junior Tim Carvey kickoff return first quarter vs. Shelby Sept. 16. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Volleyball Mossburg
Junior Emily Mossburg with a block in third game vs. Bigfork Thursday, Sept. 15. Lady Loggers in three: 25-15, 25-20, 25-23. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Volleyball Walker
Sophomore Linsey Walker with a "bump" in second game vs. Bigfork Thursday, Sept. 15. Loggers in three: 25-15, 25-20, 25-23. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Runnerfell Rank
Henry Rank, left, and Colby Iliff, eight-year-old Runnerfell boys race. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Runnerfell Girls
Eight-year-old girls off on their half-mile journey to the finish line, Runnerfell 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Runnerfell Harris
Leading the way for the five-year-old boys with Aiden Harris, left, and Talon Nordwick. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Runnerfell Cutsforth
Abigail Cutsforth is off and running in the three and under division, Runnerfell 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Attorney Boris
New Deputy County Attorney Marcia Boris, Monday, Sept. 12, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Nordic Boat
Nordicfest 2016 royalty, Peggy and Duane Williams. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Nordic Train
Alvin Benitz aboard his "train" conversion, Nordicfest 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Nordic Troll
Nordicfest parade troll examining her club. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Nordic Runnerfell
Eight-year-old girls off and running, Runnerfell 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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V Ball Lewis
Senior Alyssa Lewis blocking in second match vs. Stillwater Tuesday evening. Lady Trojans in four: 25-20, 11-25, 25-20, 25-23. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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V Ball Coldwell
Junior Allie Coldwell sends it over the net in the third match vs. Stillwater Tuesday evening. Lady Trojans in four: 25-20, 11-25, 25-20, 25-23. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Football Cotten
Zach Cotten comes up just short of deflecting the touchdown pass to Conrad's Austin Padilla in first quarter vs. the Cowboys Sept. 2. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Motorcycle
Steve Short, left, and Boyd White. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Soccer Maloney
First half congrats for Colin Maloney, center, after scoring the first goal in the match vs. Stevensville Friday afternoon with Giovanni Cano, left, and Cody Wood, right. Final score, 4-0, Loggers (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Court Ilk
Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe, left, and Michael Gilbert Ilk. After sentencing Monday, Aug. 29, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Football Winn
Senior quarterback Tucker Winn to the Troy 47-yard line for a first down, first quarter vs. Bigfork Aug. 26. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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X Country Goodman
Logger Cross Country team member Tim Goodman competes during the Libby Invite at J. Neils Park Aug. 27, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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X Country Zeiler
Mikaylin Zeiler competes during Libby Invite at J. Neils Park Saturday, Aug. 27. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Daines Meeting
Lincoln County Commissioner Mark Peck, left, Senator Steve Daines and HD2 Representative Mike Cuffe. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Daines Tisher
Paul Tisher, center, during meeting with Senator Steve Daines Thursday. (Paul Sievers/The Wester News)
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X Country
Logger cross country coach Rodd Zeigler. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Sheriff Short
Pattrick James Kennedy, left, and Deputy Steve Short. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Soccer Petersen
Libby High School boys soccer coach Mark Petersen. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Volleyball Walker
Sophomore Linsey Walker during practice Aug. 16. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Blues Chris
The Friday version of the eighth annual Riverfront Blues Festival inclued the Chris O'Leary Band with Chris O'Leary, left, Chris DiFrancesco and Matt Raymond. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Blues Hale
The Hale family from Sandpoint, Idaho with Jason Hale, left, Poli'ahu Hale and 'Ohi'a Hale. Cost of admission, $0, the tickets were won on a radio contest. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Blues Kelly
Teri Kelly, left, and Sue Hjort enjoy an evening of blues during the eighth annual Riverfront Blues Festival Friday. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Blues OLeary
Chris O'Leary of the Chris O'Leary Band Friday at Riverfront Park. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Blues Ross
Kalispell residents Cheryl Ross, left, and Greg Iverson dance to the tunes of the Chris O'Leary Band Friday evening during the eighth annual Riverfront Blues Festival. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Practice Two
First day of Logger football practice with Coach Neil Fuller. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Le Tour Keck
The mother-daughter team of Madison Keck, left, and Tammy Keck aboard a Giordano Viaggio tandem approach the turnout on the Forest Development Road overlooking Libby Dam 2.8 miles into their 83-mile ride. (From Missoula) (Le Tour 2014) (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Le Tour Fashion
New for the fourth annual Le Tour de Koocanusa was the cycling jersey designed by Primal Wear of Denver, Colo. In all there were 122 registered riders for this year's tour. Aug. 9, 2014 (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Blues Byrne
LeeAnne Byrne, left, and Dwight Bengeron traveled all the way from Kalispell for the seventh annual Riverfront Blues Festival, Aug. 7, 2015. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Blues Stacy Jones
Kevin Sutton, left, and Stacy Jones of the Stacy Jones Band, Aug. 7, 2015. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Council Raines
Dejon Raines, Libby City Councilwoman, Jan. 29, 2015
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Football Fuller Neil
Coach Neil Fuller reacts after Erik Lauer scores a TD in the third quarter vs. Bonners Ferry Aug. 30, 2014. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Football Fuller
Coach Neil Fuller vs. Thompson Falls Oct. 23, 2015. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rodeo Barrett
Bull fighter Kaleb Barrett, right, distracts "All Red" as Clay Applegate of Deer Lodge makes his escape during Saturday's edition of the 14th annual Kootenai River Rodeo. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rodeo Eash
Gerald Eash of Fortine takes the saddle with him as he exits "Open Market" during Saturday night's edition of the Kootenai River Rodeo. (Paul Sievers/ The Western News)
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Rodeo McAllister
Trevor McAllister of Ronan was paired with "Silk & Dynomite" in the bareback riding in Saturday's edition of the Kootenai River Rodeo. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rodeo Kruse
Lindsay Kruse of Great Falls with a time of 17.08 seconds, walks away with first place and a check for $466. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rodeo Powell
Will Powell of St.Ignatius turns in a tiime of 13.4 seconds in the tie down roping Friday night, good for third place and a check for $273. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rodeo Mulkey
Dan Mulkey of Dell turned in a time of 9.2 seconds, good for second place in the steer wrestling and a payout of $409.
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Rodeo Wozney
Luke Wozney of Powell, Wyoming riding "Owl Track" during Friday night's edition of the 14th annual Kootenai River Rodeo. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rodeo Erickson
"Bombs Away" was good for a 71 point ride for Skylar Erickson from Powell, Wyoming Friday night. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rodeo Jenkins
Dustin Jenkins of Missoula aboard "Navajo Joe" for a 75 point ride Friday night. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Cardinal Front
Cardinal Hardware's store front as it appeared Monday monring. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Cardinal Entrance
Lights are off, door is locked and the familiar ring of the bell as you enter the main entrance of Cardinal Hardware will no longer be heard as Saturday was the last day of operation. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Cardinal Hardware
Cardinal Hardware's floor space and shelves appear a bit empty after Saturday's final day of operation. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Cardinal Brookshire
Cardinal's Sheri Brookshire takes note of a door found after display racks were removed from the south wall of the hardware store. A total of four windows and two doors were uncovered during the last week of operation.
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Cardinal Sheri
Cardinal Hardware's Sheri Brookshire converses with customers Thursday morning. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rodeo Sudan
Ashley Sudan of Whitefish turned in a time of 18.78 in the barrel racing Friday, July 24, 2015.
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Baseball Bateman
Seth Bateman at the plate vs. Missoula Mavericks July 16, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baseball Lane D
Dylon Lane at catcher vs. Missoula Mavericks July 16, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baseball Lane
Dylon Lane pitching top of third inning with one out vs. Bitterroot Bucs June 17, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Court Rounsville
Dustin James Rounsville arraignment, July 18, 2016.
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Baseball Thom
Braydan Thom with the second out top of second inning vs. the Missoula Mavericks. Loggers split the final home games of the year falling 6-1 in the first and winning the nightcap 6-4. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baseball Bateman
Second baseman Seth Bateman put the tag on Beau King for the first out top of seventh inning Saturday evening. First of a double-header vs. the Missoula Mavericks. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Flyers Five
A few radio-controlled planes on display during Fun Fly 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Flyers Four
A view inside the cockpit of of Tommy Valcour's P-47 Thunderbolt. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Flyers Three
Eureka's Tommy Valcour, right, shows off his 1/5 scale P-47 Thunderbolt as Wayne Page looks on during Fun Fly 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Flyers One
Fun Fly fans during the fourth annual Kootenai RC Flyers Fun Fly Saturday. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rendezvous Five
The nineteenth annual Two Rivers Rendezvous included trapper and fur trade era authentic clothing and equipment of the 1820s-1840s. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rendezvous Four
Mike "Lone Oak" Tomell fires his custom made Grady Kerr .62 cal. flintlock rifle Saturday during Rendezvous 2016 at Fawn Creek Campground. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rendezvous Three
Mike "Lone Oak" Tomell fires his custom made Grady Kerr .62 cal. flintlock rifle Saturday during Rendezvous 2016 at Fawn Creek Campground. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rendezvous Two
From flax to linen on a Norwegian raised table style spinning wheel with Sylvia Talsma at the wheel. Two Rivers Rendezvous 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rendezvous One
David "Groundskeeper" Benson and two-year-old Serenity Yost-DeLozier, Rendezvous 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rendezvous Fielder
Two Rivers Rendezvous 2015 with Paul Fielder, left, inspecting a hickory long bow handcrafted by Allen "Eagle Eye" Heiser, right. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Rendezvous Frederick
Jan "Medicine Woman" Frederick heads back to the encampment with her .50 caliber Thompson Center Hawken after time spent on the range. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Wreck Four
MHP-164 Bryce Ford studies the accident scene Tuesday evening which occurred at the 16.2 mile marker, State Hwy. 37, one mile south of Libby Dam.
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Wreck Three
Accident occurred at 16.2 mile marker, State Hwy. 37, one mile south of Libby Dam. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Wreck Two
Late model four door Buick. Accident occurred at 16.2 mile marker, State Hwy. 37, one mile south of Libby Dam.
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Wreck One
Lincoln County Sheriff's Deputy Joe Nagle, left, and MHP 164 Bryce Ford. Accident occurred at 16.2 mile marker, State Hwy. 37, one mile below Libby Dam.
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Baseball Thom
Base hit knucks with Braydan Thom, left, and first base coach Will Reichel. Second of a double-header vs. Glacier Twins July 12. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baseball Wood
Right fielder Tanner Wood for the first out top of third inning vs. Glacier Twins. First of a double-header Tuesday evening. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Speed Vandal
Pipe Creek speed limit sign. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baldy Five
A couple of items tacked to the walls of Big Creek Baldy lookout. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baldy Four
Panorama of the interior of the lookout at Big Creek Baldy. Comforts of home include propane stove, heater and lights, board games, kitchen utensils, paper towels, fire extinguisher, table and chairs, single and double beds and first aid kit. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baldy Three
The view overlooking Turner Mountain Ski Area to the west. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baldy Two
Osborne Fire Finder in the lookout at Big Creek Baldy. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baldy One
The lookout towner at Big Creek Baldy is 40 feet tall, 5,768 feet above sea level and there are 55 steps to the top. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Alumni Legends
Pop-up fly with Logger Legends Jared Winslow, left, Cole Spencer, Eric Riddle, Nate Herbig, Josh Foote, Colton Cannon and Cameron Burke. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Alumni Morford
Loggers Manager Kelly Morford as umpire during Saturday's inaugural Border War alumni doubleheader. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Alumni Trophy
Strathmore Reds alumni coach Darwin Armitage displays the 2016 alumni border war trophy after the Reds swept the Logger Legends in Saturday's doubleheader alumni game.
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Alumni Reichel
Third baseman Will Reichel with the third out top of sixth inning vs. Strathmore Reds Saturday. Second of a double header. Inaugural Border War alumni game. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Alumni Laffoon
Brandon Laffoon pitching top of fourth inning first of a doubleheader vs. Strathmore Reds Saturday. Alumni game 2016.
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Alumni Foote
Right fielder Josh Foote third out top of third inning. First of a doubleheader vs. Strathmore Reds, alumni game 2016.
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Baseball Bateman
No. 34, Brady Bateman pitching top of first inning vs. Bitterroot Bucs June 17, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Soccer Petersen
Senior midfielder Zander Petersen.
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Fourth Chevy
The car show took up the entire soccer field at Roosevelt Park during Troy's Old Fashioned Fourth of July Saturday. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Menu
If you were hungry the menu was lengthy and the lines were long. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Seagrave
Troy Volunteer Fire Department's '34 Seagrave flathead V12 with Gene Rogers at the wheel. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Drill
Drill Team drummer. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Train
"All aboard..." (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Vendors
Vendors and shoppers crowded the walking path at Roosevelt Park. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Horse
On horseback coast to coast. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Johnson
Shirley Johnson of Alexandria, Minnesota serves up corn on the cob Saturday during Troy's Old Fashioned Fourth of July. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Kelsey
Four-year-old Cora Kelsey dancing at Roosevelt Park, Fourth of July 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Fourth Color
Finish line high fives for Kelsey Camp, left, Jessie Pate, Rachel Reckin and Dejon Raines. Third annual Fourth of July troy PTA color run.
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Golf Johnston
Ryggs Johnston tees off on No. 1, Libby Invite April 29, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baseball Carvey
Tim Carvey at pitcher with a pop-up fly for the second out top of third inning second of a double header vs. Lakers June 28. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Logger Masters
Danielle Masters, left, and Kimmy Green, Bullette of the Woods 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baseball Morford
Conference on the mound with shortstop Collin Johnson, left, pitcher Shayne Walker and Coach Kelly Morford vs. Lewiston Cubs. Big Bucks Tournament June 26, 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baseball Thom
Braydan Thom pitching vs. Lewiston Cubs top of second inning during the Big Bucks Tournament Sunday, June 26. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Logger Forster
Jeff Forster takes the checkered flag with his 20hp V-Twin Kohler in the open class 12-lap main followed by Kip Nixon and Darren Short Friday evening during Logger Days 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Logger Nixon
Jazlyn Nixon, left, takes the checkered flag over her sister Kiri Nixon in a 12-lap main powder puff race Friday evening during Logger Days 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Logger Tug War
Logger Days adult Tug-o-war with Alan Anderson, left, Sadie Hergesheimer, Jamesina Rawleigh, Alexis Peterson, Paul Kinder and Andy Hergesheimer. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Logger Shumate
Julianna Shumate, left, and Isaac Lamere mix it up in the Wimp of the Woods contest Friday evening during Loggers Days 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Logger Hedge
Having a good time aboard Paradise Carnival's Ferris wheel with Charity Hedge and her son David Hedge Saturday during Logger Days 2016. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
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Baseball Bateman
Third baseman Brady Bateman checks his runner, Tanner Johnson, on a throw from catcher Dylan Lane top of seventh inning vs. the Capitol Senators Wednesday, June 22. Loggers fall, 5-4.
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Wreck Wuest One
MHP 255 Anthony Jensen studies the crash of a Polaris Ranger belonging to Walter and Darlene Wuest at the 5.4 mile marker of Pipe Creek Road Wednesday evening June 22. (vehicle was righted after found resting on its passenger side pinning occupant)
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Wreck Wuest
MHP 255 Anthony Jensen studies the crash of a Polaris Ranger belonging to Walter and Darlene Wuest at the 5.4 mile marker of Pipe Creek Road Wednesday evening June 22. (vehicle was righted after found resting on its passenger side pinning occupant)
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Crum Doug
Dean Thompson, left, Doug Crum and Kurt Spencer Jan. 29, 2015.
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Baseball Bateman Seth
Second baseman Seth Bateman puts the tag on Jacob Scully trying to steal top of fifth inning, second of a doubleheader vs. Bitterroot Bucs June 17. Loggers fall 7-4.
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Baseball Bateman S
Bitterroot Bucs' Bo Zeiler gets caught in a run-down, second baseman Seth Bateman with the tag, third out top of second inning June 17.
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Baseball Walker
First baseman Shayne Walker checks his runner on a throw from catcher Brady Bateman top of sixth inning vs. Bitterroot Bucs Jue 17. (first of a doubleheader, Loggers fall 15-6)
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Baseball Bateman
Brade Bateman doubles scoring Collin Johnson bottom of first inning vs. the Bitterroot Bucs June 17. (first of a doubleheader, Loggers fall 15-6)
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Baseball Johnson
Line drive to shortstop Collin Johnson for the first out top of first inning vs. the Bitterroot Bucs June 17. First of a doubleheader, Loggers fall 15-6.
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Anitques Christie
Christie Kehn of Bighorn Antiques points to a beaver skin top hat circa 1811-1835.
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Antiques Kehn
Robert and Christie Kehn of Bighorn Antiques.
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Anitques Christy
Christy Kehn of Bighorn Antiques points to a beaver skin top hat circa 1811-1835.
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Lunch Smokey
Smokey Bear and Liz Whalen danced to the tunes of the Libby Pep Band during the summer lunch program at Asa Wood Tuesday.
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Lunch Sarbaum
Ellen Mills, left, serves lunch to Haileigh Sarbaum during the summer lunch program kickoff at Asa Wood Tuesday.
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Lunch LaFleur
Ellen Mills, left, Amaryah LaFleur and Viktorya LaFleur. Kickoff day for the summer lunch program at Asa Wood.
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Bull Boyer
Taylor Boyer of Billings, Incredi-Bull 2016
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Bull Graham
David Graham of Great Falls parts ways with the bull known as "The Cow."
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Bull Ford
Cody Ford aboard "Spitoon" for an 87 point ride Saturday at Incredi-Bull 2016.
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Bull Ford Cody
Cody Ford of Stanfield, Oregon after his 87 point ride aboard the bull known as "Spitoon."
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Baseball Lauer
First baseman Erik Lauer checks his runner on a throw from pitcher Dylan Lane top of third inning vs. Kootenai Valley Rangers May 31, 2016.
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Bull Rich
Shadrick Rich of Columbia Falls exits the bull known as "Coal Train."
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Bull Dorendorf
Marc Dorendorf of Columbus aboard "Lone Ranger."
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Bull Swartz
Justin Swartz of Twin Bridges drew the bull known as "Strap Hanger."
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Court Ilk
Michael Gilbert Ilk confers with his attorney, Sean Hinchey, Aug. 24, 2015.
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Bull Tucker
Josh Tucker of Bonners Ferry and the bull known as "Gun It," Incredi-Bull 2016.
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Bull Colclough
Jason Colclough exits the bull known as "Night Moves" Saturday during Incredi-Bull 2016.
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Leak One
Leak in the roof of the LVFD, northeast corner of building.
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Baseball Carvey
Shortstop Tim Carvey checks the runner top of fifth inning vs. Missoula Pioneers May 13.
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Vote Fuhlendorf
Carol Fuhlendorf, left, receives her ballot from Precinct 10 election judge Jake Kraft Tuesday at the VFW.
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Baseball Lane
Dylan Lane with the first pitch of the 2016 season. Broken bat, foul ball, strike one. Wood Bat Classic vs. the Missoula Pioneers Friday, May 13.
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Museum Model T
One of the many Model Ts on display Saturday during the Heritage Museum's opening day.
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Museum Fire Truck
All aboard LVFD's '32 Chevrolet fire truck for a tour of the museum grounds.
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Museum Fire
LVFD members offered rides to museum visitors in their '32 Chevrolet fire truck during opening day Saturday.
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Museum T-Model
T-Model tours with Bob Castaneda at the wheel.
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Bull Stuivenga
Bull fighter Casey Stuivenga keeps a close eye on "Ice Cream" after Dakota Beck's 83-point winning ride Saturday during Incredi-Bull 2015.
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Bull Shafer
Ian Shafer of Columbia Falls has a not-so-graceful exit from the bull known as "Tom Cat" during Incredi-Bull 2015 at J. Neils Park Saturday night.
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Bull Eash
Gerald Eash of Trego garnered 80 points for his ride aboard "Dairy Queen."
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Court Cosgriff
James William Cosgriff confers with his attorney Alisha Backus Monday, June 6.
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Grad Garrett
Troy High School Class of 2016 honorary speaker Debbie Garrett.
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Grad Osterberg
Makayla Osterberg, left, and Tana Thill.
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Grad Opland
Sean Opland, left, and Cheyenne Jordan.
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Grad Tallmadge
Adam Tallmadge receives his diploma from Dr. Jacob Francom, principal of Troy High School.
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Grad Faur
Valedictorian Kasey Faur, Troy High School Class of 2016.
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Museum Moe
Barrett Moe, left, and Bridger Moe learn the art of panning for gold Saturday during opening day at the Heritage Museum.
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Baseball Walker
First baseman Shayne Walker with the first out top of sixth inning on a throw from catcher Brady Bateman vs. Rangers May 31.
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Baseball Bateman
Brady Bateman pitching top of seventh inning vs. Rangers May 31.
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Track Opland
Sean Opland, long jump, Libby Invite.
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Memorial Eight
Amanda Marcum raises the flag over Troy Cemetery during Memorial Day ceremonies Monday.
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Memorial Seven
Members of John E. Freeman Post 5514 of the VFW, Memorial Day 2016.
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Memorial Two
John E. Freeman Post 5514 members Bud Priest, left, Dan Savage and Tom Rowe.
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Memorial One
Honoring veterans and the fallen this Memorial Day 2016 were Molly Markel, left, Signe Moser and Billie Jo Brue, members of the Ladies Auxiliary of John E. Freeman Post 5514 at Troy Cemetery.
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Grads Six
Co-Valedictorian Ashley Walker, left, and Co-Valedictorian Zander Petersen.
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Grads Four
Dani Hawthorne, left, and Jonny Cielak.
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Grads Three
Kaylene Hudson, left, Bryce Moeller, Zander Petersen and Raffael Weber.
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Grads Two
Assistant Principal Jim Germany, left, and Krysten Mossburg.
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Grads One
Class president India Croucher, left, and Salutatorian Jenna Barrick.
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Baseball Johnson
Shortstop Collin Johnson puts the tag on Skeeter Johnston as he tries to steal second top of the fourth vs. the Clark Fork Cougs May 19. Cougs over Loggers 6-3.
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Softball Bradeen
A bobbled ball by third baseman Tamara Brubaker allows Sammee Bradeen to steal third base with two out bottom of first inning vs. Thompson Falls Tuesday, May 17.
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Softball Hageness
Khalyn Hageness takes one to the elbow for a free trip to first base bottom of first inning vs. Thompson Falls May 17. (11-0 Libby)
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Tennis Brown
Allie Brown vs. Breanna Turpin at No. 1 singles vs. Ronan, April 30, 2016.
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Track Opland
District track meet with Sean Opland, May 14, 2016.
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Track Freund
Brylee Freund competes in the 800-meter, district track meet May 14.
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Track Roach
District track meet with Olivia Roach competing in the long jump May 14, 2016.
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Track Leighty
District track meet with Hunter Leighty, 400-meter May 14.
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Track Walker
Dominic Voorhies hands off to Cole Walker in the boys 4x100 Saturday during the district track meet May 14.
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Track Pierce
Sarah Pierce competes in the high jump, district track meet May 14, 2016.
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Track Shadden
Sarah Shadden, 100-meter, district meet.
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Track Reny
Shannon Reny, District track meet, May 14, 2016.
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Track Gruber
Emma Gruber, 110 hurdles, District Meet.
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Baseball Lane
Dylan Lane with the first pitch of the 2016 season. Broken bat, foul ball, strike one. Wood Bat Classic vs. the Missoula Pioneers Friday, May 13.
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Softball Carr
Kylie Carr with a base hit on the 1-0 pitch bottom of third inning with two out vs. Thompson Falls Friday, May 13.
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Softball Lewis
Shortstop Alyssa Lewis second out top of third inning vs. Thompson Falls Friday, May 13. Lady Trojans 17-7 in five innings.
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Softball Cannon
Sophomore Haylee Cannon base hit scores Ashley Walker bottom of sixth inning, makes it 6-4 Lady Loggers vs. Florence May 12.
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Rewerts Diane
Diane Rewerts, principal, W.F. Morrison Elementary.
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Baseball Haggerty
Luke Haggerty pitching vs. Missoula Pioneers during the Wood Bat Tournament May 8, 2015.
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Softball Tunison
Lexi Tunison catching the strike three pitch for the second out top of third inning vs. Libby May 10.
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Softball Walker
Ashley Walker at first with the third bottom of second inning vs. Troy May 10.
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Softball Rosling
Senior Bailie Rosling smacks a double to center field top of third inning vs. Troy May 10.
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Hoops May
Abby Ennenga, left, and Lady Loggers basketball Coach Jim May. Senior night vs. Columbia Falls, Feb. 21, 2015.
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STOKR Team
The brother sister team of Heidi Kaminski and Todd Graham smile as they approach pie stop at mile marker 13 on Pipe Creek Road Saturday during last year's STOKR tour.
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STOKR Pie
Jennifer Joss and Ken Anderson get set for the last 14 miles of the STOKR tour after fueling up at the pie stop on Pipe Creek Road Saturday, May 12, 2012.
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Golf Cielak
Jonny Cielak tees off on par 4 No. 5, Libby Invite April 29.
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Tennis Hennsley
Liam Hennsley vs. Bigfork's Michael Bedford at No. 2 singles May 6.
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Tennis Sykes
Mehki Sykes teamed with Dani Hawthorne vs. Bigfork's Wilson Vogt and Xiao Xiao Strong at No. 1 doubles May 6.
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Tennis Boardner
Cloie Boardner teamed with Jenna Barrick vs. Stacey Paulson and Maria Zavata of Bigfork in No. 2 singles May 6.
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Softball Cannon
Haylee Cannon's sacrifice fly to center field scores one, bottom of first inning vs. Thompson Falls May 7. Lady Loggers over T-Falls 13-1 in five innings.
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Softball Tunison
Lexi Tunison catching top of second inning with one out, first of a doubleheader vs. Loyola May 7, 2016.
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Softball Downey
Kaitlyn Downey pitching top of first inning, first of a doubleheader vs. Loyola May 7, 2016.
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Golf Mee
Jackie Mee during the Ben Graham tourney May 18, 2013.
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Golf Graham
Overcast and 61 degrees, a pleasant day for the Ben Graham Golf Tournament. The Graham brothers John, Steve and Jim teed off at 10:10 Saturday morning.
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Tennis Hawthorne
Dani Hawthorne teamed with Mehki Sykes in doubles tennis vs. Ronan April 30.
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Golf Johnston
Ryggs Johnston tees off on No. 1, Libby Invite April 29, 2016.
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Tennis Haggerty
Ben Haggerty vs. Ronan's Fisher Shima at No. 1 singles April 30.
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Tennis Sykes
Jhamaal Sykes vs. Ronan's Fisher Shima at No. 1 singles April 30.
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Colin Maloney vs. Ronan's Bailey Moss at No. 3 singles April 30.
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Tennis Maloney
Colin Maloney vs. Ronan's Bailey Moss at No. 3 singles April 30.
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Golf Team
Coach Dann Rohrer, left, Andrew Freese, Brandon Sadewasser, Lily Feeback, Zander Petersen, India Croucher, Jonny Feeback, Ryggs Johnston and Miss Campbell.
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Walter Briones speaking with Max Smyley of Whitefish prior to their No. 1 singles match May 9, 2015.
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Tennis Briones
Walter Briones vs. Max Smyley of Whitefish at No. 1 singles May 9.
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Tennis Brant
Jason Brant vs. Mission's Andrew Esslinger at No. 2 singles, Libby Invite April 23.
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Tennis McBride
Sarah McBride vs. Macy Curtiss of Cutbank at No. 3 singles Friday, April 22.
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Tennis Jones
Jessika Jones vs. Cutbank's Riley Bird at No. 4 singles, Friday, April 22.
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Softball Team
A very happy Lady Logger softball team after defeating Eureka 18-0 Friday, April 22.
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Softball Luscher
Coach Dean Thompson and Taryne Luscher exchange a celebratory "low five" after Luscher's home run over the center field fence scoring two with two out bottom of the first inning vs. Eureka April 22.
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Softball Monigold
Madisen Monigold slides safely narrowly missing Ambryn Smith's tag, bottom of the third inning vs. Eureka Friday, April 22. (18-0 Libby)
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Morel Mush
A much sought after tasty tidbit by mushroom pickers, the morel mushroom begins to appear in mid May. Typically they are found in moist areas, in the forest duff around dead or dying trees.
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Tennis Osterberg
Cody Osterberg teamed with Dylan Cummings in doubles vs. Cutbank, Libby Invite April 23.
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Track McLinden
Shelbie McLinden with a 97 1-1/2 foot throw, Libby Invite April 23.
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Track Thorstenson
Tyann Totten, left, and Libby's Lauren Thorstenson compete in 3200.
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Track Opland
Sean Opland 100-meter dash Libby Invite April 23, 2016.
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Softball Downey
First base Kaitlyn Downey with the first out bottom of first inning on a throw from pitcher Kylie Carr vs. Eureka April 23.
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Softball Day
Second base freshman Annie Day third out bottom of first inning vs. Eureka april 23.
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Softball Tunison
Lexi Tunison catching bottom of third inning, second of a doubleheader vs. Eureka April 23, 2016.
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Softball Thill
Center fielder Tana Thill top of second inning, first of a doubleheader vs. Bonners Ferry March 25, 2016.
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Flicker
Home sweet home. As a cavity nester, this northern flicker spent Wednesday afternoon carving out a nest in an old pine snag.
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David Tennant
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Wreck Three
MHP Trooper Bryce Ford at the scene of a single vehicle accident involving a blue and black 2002 4-door Dodge pickup at Highway 2 and Yaak Hill April 18, 2016.
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Wreck Two
MHP Trooper Bryce Ford at the scene of a single vehicle accident involving a blue and black 2002 4-door Dodge pickup at Highway 2 and Yaak Hill April 18, 2016.
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Wreck One
Single vehicle accident involving a blue and black 2002 4-door Dodge pickup at Highway 2 and Yaak Hill April 18, 2016.
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Court Orr
Dru Allen Orr arraignment with his attorney William L. Managhan Monday, April 18, 2016.
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Court Anthony
Omnibus hearing for Johnny Glen Anthony, Jr. with his attorney Sean D. Hinchey, Monday, April 18, 2016.
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Softball Cannon
Sophomore Haylee Cannon grounds out scoring Madisen Monigold bottom of sixth inning, first of a doubleheader vs. Plains Saturday, April 16, 2016. Lady Loggers take the first game 15-6 but fall 7-2 in the second.
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Softball Bradeen
Sammee Bradeen base hit to center field on the 2-1 pitch bottom of second inning vs. Mission 4-14-16.
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Softball Carr
Kylie Carr base hit on the 3-2 pitch bottom of fourth inning, first of a doubleheader vs. Bonners Ferry March 25, 2016.
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Golf Johnston
Ryggs Johnston tees off on No. 6, a par 4, Saturday during the Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament, May 17, 2014.
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Tennis Martineau
Isabelle Martineau vs. Troy's Molly Walters at No. 3 singles Thursday, April 7.
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Tennis Walters
Molly Walters vs. Libby's Isabelle Martineau at No. 3 singles Thursday, April 7.
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Tennis Stecher
Junior Kaylee Stecher vs. Libby's Isabelle Martineau at No. 3 singles Thursday, April 7, 2016.
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Tennis Brown
Junior Allie Brown vs. Libby's Kaylene Hudson at No. 1 singles Thursday, April 7.
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Tennis Sykes
Jhamaal Sykes vs. Troy's A.J. Faur at No. 1 singles Thursday, April 7.
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Tennis Faur
Sophomore A.J. Faur vs. Jhamaal Sykes at No. 1 singles Thursday, April 7.
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Softball Monigold
Junior Madisen Monigold sacrifice fly to center scores one bottom of second inning vs. Troy April 5, 2016.
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Softball Carr
Junior Kylie Carr pitching bottom of third inning vs. Libby April 5, 2016.
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Tennis Brant
Jason Brant vs. Troy's Cody Osterberg at No. 2 singles Saturday, April 2.
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Golf Cielak
Jonny Cielak tees off on No. 2, a 356-yard par 4 during Libby Invitational Sept. 12, 014
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Tennis Walters
Troy's Molly Walters vs. Libby's Sarah McBride at No. 3 singles Saturday at Troy.
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Tennis McBride
Libby's Sarah McBride vs. Molly Walters at No. 3 singles Saturday, April 2.
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Mule Power
You just never know what might be trotting down Mineral Avenue on a Saturday afternoon.
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Softball Walker
Linsey Walker steals second with one out bottom of first inning vs. Anaconda April 1, 2016.
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Softball Monigold
Shortstop Madisen Monigold puts the tag on Andrea Mavrinac at second base top of first inning vs. Anaconda April 1, 2016. Lady Loggers fall 1-0.
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Track Roach
Olivia Roach, leads off in girls 400-meter relay.
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Track Opland
Sean Opland clears 6'4" in the high jump Saturday during the Libby Invite.
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Track Mossberg
Girls 400-meter relay with Krysten Mossberg, left and Kaylee Kronsperger.
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Park Two
Parking in front of the old hospital has been changed from diagonal to parallel.
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Park One
Parking in front of the old hospital has been changed from diagonal to parallel.
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Zim Tree Three
The home of Brian and Tammy Zimmerman 717 Main Ave., south side of house looking west. City of Libby crews removed six trees, March 29, 2016.
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Zim Tree Two
717 Main Ave., the home of Brian and Tammy Zimmerman.
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Softball Tunison
Kaylee Tunison covering second base during first game of a doubleheader vs. Bonners Ferry Friday. Lady Trojans fall to Lady Badgers 0-18 and 2-12.
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Easter Stubbs
Simon Stubbs Saturday at Roosevelt Park.
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Easter Pape
Two-year-old Gavin Pape sporting his sartorial finest.
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Schools Five
Tile wear in hallway of middle/high school, right down to the cement.
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Schools Four
Mismatched tile in hallway of middle/high school. Unable to purchase tiles to match the dimensions of the old.
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Schools Three
Stains in ceiling of middle/high school.
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Schools Two
Heater in hallway of elementary school. Heaters are so old that spare parts are no longer available.
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Easter Presnell
Aaron "Tiger" Presnell, Troy Easter egg hunt.
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Easter Johnson
Emma Johnson as the Easter Bunny Saturday at Roosevelt Park.
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Easter Pennock
Three-year-old Ariah Pennock, Troy Easter egg hunt.
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Easter Troy Winners
Grand prize winners Faith Ray, left, Sawyer Sparkman and Sean Jellesed.
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Easter Ehrlich
Eighteen-month-old River Ehrlich checks his Easter egg. Libby Christian Church egg hunt.
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Concert Beagle
Jazz Band members Jay Beagle on drums and Sally Weber on bass guitar, during thier rendition of "River Rat Shuffle," by Bruce Pearson.
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Softball Monigold
Madisen Monigold with a base hit bottom of first inning vs. Eureka. Lady Loggers prevail 13-2 in five innings, 4-11-15.
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Softball Becquart
Shortstop Aurora Becquart puts the tag on Jena Peterson for the third out top of third first of a doubleheader vs. Plains March 27, 2015.
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Choir Practice
Lorraine Braun conducts the Libby Children's Select Choir during practice Tuesday afternoon at Libby Elementary.
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Concert Kraft
Eighth grade band members Katie Kraft, left, and Shelby Smith perform during the LMS/LES March concert Tuesday evening.
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U Sheriff Huff
New Lincoln County Undersheriff Brandon Huff.
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Hoops Johnston
Dillon Savage, left, and Mason Chapel guarding Libby's Ryggs Johnston in fourth quarter Jan. 29.
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Hoops Cielak
Jonny Cielak drives the lane, fouled, one for two from the charity stripe second quarter, score at 16-12 Loggers vs. Bigfork Dec. 19, 2015.
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Hoops Lauer
Sophomore Erik Lauer under the basket fourth quarter vs. Flathead.
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Hoops Winslow
Freshman Jayden Winslow brings the ball down court on a fast break second quarter vs. Eureka Feb 18.
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Hoops Ennenga
Junior Abby Ennenga with Allie Brown guarding third quarter vs. Troy Dec. 22, 2015.
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Irish Gray
Bob Gray, left, and Angie McLaury dance to the music of Broken Whistle Saturday during Irish Fair 2016.
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Irish Reichert
Broken Whistle band members Chris Reichert, left, and Kelcey Hanson entertain during Irish Fair 2016.
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Irish Wilson
Rhianonn Wilson attired in her pint size green hat and tie.
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Irish Huntsberger
Eleanor Huntsberger, left, and Shauna Firestone enjoying the entertainment at Irish Fair 2016.
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Wrestle Rayome
Eli Rayome wrestles at Peewee 35 Saturday during the Kootenai Klassic Wrestling Tournament.
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Wrestle Hilliard
Topper Hilliard celebrates his second win of the day at Peewee 45 during the Kootenai Klassic Wrestling Tournament Saturday.
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Wrestle Masters
RaeLynn Masters, 3, wrestling at Peewee 35 Saturday during the Kootenai Klassic Wrestling Tournament. Roughly 659 participants.
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Baseball Morford
Coach Kelly Morford prior to the Calgary Rockies game June 21, 2008.
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Baseball Cannon
Pitcher Colton Cannon third out top of the fourth vs. Rangers May 13, 2007.
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Baseball Bertelsen
Shortstop Steve Bertelsen second out top of the fourth vs. Chino Reds July 15, 2007.
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Baseball Schad
Catcher Matt Schad vs. Mission Mariners, June 11, 2006.
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Wreck Three
Accident at 2820 Farm to Market Road. In front of the Haas residence with LVFD Steve Lauer, right, March 1, 2016. Nissan Frontier SE 4x4 pickup.
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Wreck Two
Fender bender at Minnesota and East 8th, Tuesday, March 1, 2016
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Wreck One
Accident at 38974 S. Highway 2 near the old Branding Iron Tuesday morning. MHP255 Anthony Jensen, right.
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Hoops Roach
Junior Olivia Roach guarding Bigfork's Mattie McAnally Feb. 5.
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Hoops Coldwell
Allie Coldwell brings the ball down court vs. Eureka Jan. 15.
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Landfill Ewaste
The newly-installed e-waste bin at Lincoln County Landfill.
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Bee Winners
Lincoln County spelling bee 2016 included third runner-up Mykayla Ledbeter of Yaak Elementary, left, second runner-up Olivia Ramirez of Troy Elementary and first place went to Adeline Roesler-Begalke also of Troy Elementary. The winning word was pulchritude.
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Bee Begalke
Adeline Roesler-Begalke of Troy Elementry wins the annual Lincoln County spelling bee Tuesday afternoon by correctly spelling pulchritude. Second place went to Olivia Ramirez of Troy Elementary and third went to Mykayla Ledbeter of Yaak Elementary.
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Hoops Winslow
Freshman Jayden Winslow brings the ball down court on a fast break second quarter vs. Eureka Feb 18.
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Hoops Reny
Sophomore Shannon Reny fouled on this attempt, 0 for 2 from the line second quarter vs. Eureka Thursday, Feb. 18 with Amanda Peterson, left, and Jayden Winslow. Libby over Eureka 39-36.
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Fishin Johnson
Jesse Johnson admires his catch Saturday during Kids' Fishing Day at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Fishin Brant
Cameron Foote, right, helps Makayla Brant unhook her fish as Farrahl Johnson looks on during Kids' Fishing Day Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Fishin Wilkinson
What better way to spend the day than fishing with dad! And Tom Wilkinson and his son Caleb, 9, did exactly that Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park during Kids' Fishing Day.
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Hoops Day
Jorday Day, left, places the game sportsmanship award over Sean Opland's head after the play-in game vs. Eureka Tuesday evening.
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Hoops Opland
Eureka's 5'6" Colton Cooper drives for the lane with Sean Opland guarding first quarter during Tuesday's play-in game. 53-22 Trojans.
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Allie Coldwell on the drive with Haley Morgan guarding, third quarter vs. Thompson Falls Feb. 16.
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Hoops Coldwell
Sophomore Allie Coldwell brings the ball down court third quarter during the play-in game vs. Thompson Falls Feb. 16, 38-27, Troy.
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Fishin Brothers
Opening day at the kids' fishing pond with Noah Brothers, 5.
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Hoops Rice
Senior Trinity Rice passes to Kolton Winebark in first quarter vs. Mission Feb. 13. 62-52 Trojans.
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Hoops Winebark
A third quarter layup by senior Kolton Winebark vs. Mission Saturday puts the Trojans up by one, 38-37.
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Hoops Carter
Junior Taylor Carter's pass is knocked out of bounds by Ran'Dee Charlo in fourth quarter vs. Mission Feb. 13.
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Quartet Trasak
Jakub Trasak of the Valinor Quartet during Tuesday's hour and half concert at the Memorial Events Center. (All the way from the Czech Repbulic) Other members of the quartet were Sergei Teleshev, accordion; Slava Tolstoy, guitar and Greg Feingold, bass.
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Festival Schwegel
Josh Troyer, left, and Ryan Schwegel sing their way through Festival of Nations 2016.
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Festival Andreessen
Festival of Nations 2016 New Zealand representative Alex Andreessen shares her knowledge with her father, Ryan.
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Festival McElmurry
Festival of Nations 2016 with Ryker McElmurry as your guide to Costa Rica.
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Wrestle Team
Front row from left: Tanner Wood, Mason Sams, Buddy Doolin, Colten Clemons, Reed Christensen, Laine Young, Tim Brivka and Manager Cecilia Chapel. Back row from left: Asst. Coach Jason Harrington, Asst. Coach John Love, Clancy Gout, Dylan Parrish, Dominic Voorhies, Tim Carvey, Asst. Coach Josh Chapel and Head Coach Kelly …
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Hoops Tallmadge
Senior Adam Tallmadge drives through heavy traffic in third quarter vs. Bigfork Friday, Feb. 5.
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Festival Kropp
Festival of Nations 2016 with Anthony Kropp as your guide to Italy.
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Hoops Downey
Sophomore Kaitlyn Downey guarding Mattie McAnally in third quarter vs. Bigfork Feb. 5, 2016.
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Hoops Cotten
Sophomore Zach Cotten passes to Dillon Savage in first quarter vs. Bigfork Friday, Feb. 5, 2016.
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Festival Schnackenberg
With an alpine hat and his best lederhosen, Phillip Schnackenberg points to the chart which lists the ethnic groups which comprise the population of Austria.
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Festival Troyer
Billie Jo Jones, right, learns all about Scotland from seventh-grader Josh Troyer Friday afternoon during Festival of Nations 2016 at Libby High School.
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Court Cosgriff
James William Cosgriff confers with his attorney William Managhan Aug. 24, 2015.
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Hoops Winebark
Senior Kolton Winebark vs. T-Falls Jan. 2.
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Hoops Brown
Allie Brown with T-Falls' Lindsay Laws guarding third quarter Jan. 2.
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Cheer Mossburg
The Lady Loggers take on Ronan with cheerleader Emily Mossburg pregame Jan 30.
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Hoops Reny
Sophomore Shannon Reny passing to Trinity Wallace in third quarter vs. Ronan Jan. 30.
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Hoops Maloney
Junior Colin Maloney on the drive fourth quarter vs. Ronan Jan. 30.
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Hoops Winn
Junior Tucker Winn guarding Libby's Zander Petersen Jan. 29.
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Hoops Johnson
Senior guard Anthony Johnson drives for the lane with Ronan's Kobe Morigeau guarding in third quarter Saturday, Jan. 30.
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Hoops Johnston
Dillon Savage, left, and Mason Chapel guarding Libby's Ryggs Johnston in fourth quarter Jan. 29.
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Hoops Wallace
Senior Trinity Wallace passing to Madisen Monigold in first quarter vs. Troy Jan. 29, 2016
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Court Bowe
Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe, Ellsworth testimony, Monday, Feb. 1.
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Managhan, William
William Managhan, candidate for district judge.
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Hoops Petersen
Senior forward Zander Petersen guarding Moe Henderson vs. Eureka Jan. 12.
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Hoops Savage
Junior Dillon Savage pulls down a defensive rebound in second quarter vs. Florence Jan. 23.
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Hoops Winn
Junior Tucker Winn receiving on a pass from Dillon Savage in second quarter vs. Florence Jan. 23.
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Hoops Roach
Junior Olivia Roach on the drive third quarter vs. Florence Jan. 23.
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Hoops Rohrich
Junior Sami Rohrich stretches for a defensive rebound in first quarter vs. Florence Jan. 23.
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Wrestle Doolin
Scott Erickson slaps the mat as Buddy Doolin pins Garrett Jones of Thompson Falls, Libby Quad Jan. 19.
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Wrestle Wood
Tanner Wood vs. Aryan Anderson of Thompson Falls during Libby Quad Jan. 19.
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Wrestle Parrish
Junior Dylan Parrish vs. Jayden Dillon of Bigfork, Libby Quad, Jan. 19.
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Bullock
Montana Governor Steve Bullock during Nordicfest Sept. 14, 2013.
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Hoops Coldwell
Junior Allie Coldwell brings the ball down court on a Eureka turnover in third quarter Jan. 15, 2016.
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Hoops Brown
Junior Allie Brown brings the ball down court on a Eureka turnover third quarter Jan. 15, 2016.
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Hoops Winebark
Senior Kolton Winebark drives for the lane past Brad Stien vs. Eureka Jan. 15, 2016.
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Hoops Rohrich
Junior Sami Rohrich stretches for an offensive rebound in fourth quarter vs. Eureka Jan 15, 2016.
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Rewerts Cake
Morrison Elementary Principal, Diane Rewerts, Person of the Year 2015.
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Rewerts
Morrison Elementary Principal, Diane Rewerts, Person of the Year 2015.
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Trophy Too
LHS Vice Principal Jim Germany, right, presents the Highway 37 Battle of the Kootenai trophy to Eureka Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016.
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Trophy
Highway 37 Battle of the Kootenai trophy presented to Eureka Jan. 12, 2016.
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Hoops Creighton
Sophomore guard Abigail Creighton looks for a way past Eureka's Ashlyn Waldo in fourth quarter Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016.
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Hoops McLinden
Shelbie McLinden passes to Ashley Walker in third quarter vs. Eureka Jan. 12, 2016.
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Hoops Peck
Junior guard Gabe Peck fourth quarter vs. Eureka Jan. 12, 2016.
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Hoops Wallace
Senior Trinity Wallace passes to Ashley Walker in second quarter vs. Eureka Jan. 12, 2016.
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Wrestle Christensen
Junior Reed Christensen over James Fehr of Eureka Jan. 12, 2016.
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Wrestle Parrish
Junior Dylan Parrish checks the scoreboard during his match with Eureka's Coby Hammack at 160.
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Wrestle Morford
Coach Kelly Morford shouts words of encouragement to Clancy Gout during his match with Eureka's Joe Fehr Tuesday, Jan. 12.
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Court Griffin
Bryon Dean Griffin confers with his attorney, William Managhan, Sept. 28, 2015.
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Wrestle Parrish
Junior Dylan Parrish vs. Whitefish at 160.
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Wrestle Young
Sophomore Laine Young vs. senior James Buckley of Whitefish at 138, Dec. 8, 2015. Young prevails 8-4.
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Hoops Johnston Cody
Senior Cody Johnston guarding Tanner Laws vs. Thompson Falls Jan. 2, 2016.
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Hoops Brown
Junior Allie Brown vs. Thompson Falls Jan 2, 2016.
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Hoops Brant
Senior Jason Brant looks to pass with Jack Burns guarding in first quarter vs. Loyola Sacred Heart Jan 9, 2016.
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Hoops Lauer
Junior Erik Lauer fouled on his way to hoop, one for two from the line makes it 13-9 Loggers first quarter vs. Loyola Sacred Heart Jan. 9, 2016.
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Hoops Ennenga
Junior Abby Ennenga guarding Darien Schneider in second quarter vs. Loyola Sacred Heart Jan. 9, 2016.
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Hoops Walker
Senior Ashley Walker passes to Emily Carvey in third quarter vs. Loyola Sacred Heart Jan. 9, 2016.
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Lady Hawks
Lindsay Laws steals the ball from Kaitlyn Downey in first quarter vs. Troy, Jan. 2.
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Football Opland S
Sean Opland catches some air during practice Aug. 25, 2014.
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Football Opland
Troy Trojans vs. Conrad Cowboys Sept. 4, 2015.
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Wrestle Sams
Sophomore Mason Sams over Sidney Cooke of Whitefish at 113 Dec. 8, 2015. (exhibition match)
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Other Boat Watson
Dennis Watson, left, and Amy Luther of "The Other Boat Shop."
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Hoops Chapel
Junior Mason Chapel guarding Tanner Laws in second quarter vs. Thompson Falls Jan. 2, 2016.
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Hoops Coldwell
Sophomore Allie Coldwell drives on Gillian Nelson in first quarter vs. Thompson Falls Jan. 2, 2016. (54-41, Troy)
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Rewerts
Diane Rewerts, principal, W.F. Morrison Elementary.
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Skidale Barber
Wintertime fun at Ski-Dale hill with Cassidy, top, Alex and Nolan Barber Sunday afternoon Dec. 28, 2014.
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Turner Lift
The first group of skiers heads to the top to kick off the Turner Mountain 2014-15 ski season Dec. 29, 2014.
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Turner Ostrowski
Tom Ostrowski opening day at Turner Mountain Dec. 29, 2014.
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Hoops Roach
Olivia Roach attempts to strip the ball from Libby's Trinity Wallace in fourth quarter Tuesday evening.
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Hoops Tallmadge
Senior Adam Tallmadge looks to pass with Ryggs Johnston guarding Dec. 22.
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Hoops Ennenga
Junior Abby Ennenga with Allie Brown guarding third quarter vs. Troy Dec. 22, 2015.
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Hoops Maloney
Junior Colin Maloney drives on Kolton Winebark in third quarter vs. Troy Tuesday, Dec. 22.
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Wrestle Wood
Tanner Wood over Malik Heydon of Whitefish Dec. 8, 2015.
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Hoops Reny
Sophomore Shannon Reny works her way past Bigfork guards Katie Thomas, left and Mattie McAnally in third quarter Saturday, Dec. 19.
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Hoops Monigold
Junior Madisen Monigold looks to pass in third quarter with Lana Berg gurading vs. Bigfork Dec. 19, 2015.
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Hoops Brant
Libby's Jason Brant has the ball stripped away by Joseph Potkonjak in third quarter vs. Bigfork Dec. 19, 2015.
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Hoops Cielak
Jonny Cielak drives the lane, fouled, one for two from the charity stripe second quarter, score at 16-12 Loggers vs. Bigfork Dec. 19, 2015.
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KVCS Thomson
Kootenai Valley Christian School teacher Amy Thomson displays some of the Christmas art work of her second and third graders.
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Choir Snow
The Children's Select Choir received some unexpected precipitation Tuesday evening during Choir Concert 2015.
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Choir Carvey
"Sleigh Ride" with Tucker Carvey and Kristen Lindgren.
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Gala Morford
Patricia Ryan Morford, emcee of Festival of Tree Gala 2015.
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Gala Mossburg
Krysten Mossburg with one of the many gift baskets raffled off during the Festival of Trees Gala 2015.
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Gala Tree
One of the many trees auctioned off during the Festival of Trees Gala 2015.
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Gala Cuffe
JoAn and Mike Cuffe Festival of Trees Gala 2015.
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Gala Fenn
Ruth Fenn and friends Festival of Trees Gala 2015.
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Gala Goss
Brady Goss and his band kept the evening lively during the Festival of Trees Gala 2015.
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Gala Benson
Lori and Neil Benson dance to the music of the Brady Goss Band Saturday during the Festival of Trees Gala 2015.
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Wrestle Parish
Junior Dylan Parrish vs. Brady Staves of Whitefish at 160.
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Wrestle Doolin
Buddy Doolin vs. Taisuke Matsuo of Whitefish at 113.
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Wrestle Young
Sophomore Laine Young vs. senior James Buckley of Whitefish at 138.
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Mental Health Fire
Brady Fiscus, left, holds the fire hose as Adam Orr douses a smoldering fire underneath an outbuilding behind the Mental Health Center Monday evening. With Ryan Andreessen looking on.
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Wrestle Young
Laine Young vs. Frenchtown's Dee Vang at 126, Jan. 10, 2015.
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Santa Porteus
Lexi Porteus chats with Santa Saturday during the kiddie carnival at Asa Wood.
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Santa Laffoon
Brady Laffoon, 4, tries his hand at making a pine cone bird feeder Saturday at Asa Wood.
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Santa Goucher
Alexia Goucher, left, and Christina Goucher meet Santa during the kiddie carnival at Asa Wood Saturday evening.
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Santa Thompson
Breydon Thompson scores during the apple bobbing during the kiddie carnival Saturday at Asa Wood.
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Court Ilk
Michael Gilbert Ilk confers with his attorney Aug. 24, 2015.
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Hoops Monigold
Madisen Monigold brings the ball down court on a Flathead turnover second quarter.
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Hoops Winebark
Kolten Winebark looks to pass in first quarter vs. Eureka Friday, Feb 13. Brandon Conard left.
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Hoops Lauer
Sophomore Erik Lauer under the basket fourth quarter vs. Flathead.
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Hoops Roach
Olivia Roach passes to Allie Coldwell in second quarter vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars 12-11-14.
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Hoops Johnson
Senior guard Collin Johnson with Troy's Sean Opland in pursuit second quarter. Jan. 30, 2015
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Dobbs Three
Dusti Rice-Thompson, left, Doug Dobbs, Louise Rice and Glenn Dobbs
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Dobbs One
Glenn Dobbs, Sept. 28, 2011, rally in Chamber parking lot.
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Tree Two
Mayor Darren Coldwell flips the breakers lighting Troy's enormous Christmas tree0
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Tree One
Santa listens intently as 6-year-old Kylie Cole whispers in his ear what she would like for Christmas. (a CD player and a CD)
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Buck Graves
Ray Graves with a nice 6x5 whitetail shot at noon Tuesday in the Wolf Creek area with a .300 Weatherby at 50 yards.
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Allen Olsen of Antler Tree Nursery, left, Heath Olsen, Sherry Turner, Heritage Museum; Josh Johansen, Yaak River Creations; Shannon Myslicki, Libby Floral & Gift Shop; Debbie Hersman, Rocky Mountain Music; Jean Buhl, winner; Carol Cady, Mountain Meadows Country Gift & Expresso Shop; Linda Remp, Dream Marine; Sharron Rudig, Montana Gallery …
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Single car non injury rollover at mile marker 25 Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015.
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Turkey Fourteen
KVCS fourth- thorugh eighth-grade students working on their Thanksgiving Day art work.
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Turkey Eleven
This Lego turkey may be seen in the display case at Libby Elementary.
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Turkey Ten
Turkey art by Jaylynn Hoover and Zeke Webber of Libby Elementary.
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Turkey Nine
These paper bag turkeys may be seen in the display case at Libby Elementary.
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Turkey Eight
Thanksgiving Day art with students of the Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Turkey Six
Hannah cutting out a maple leaf Friday at KVCS.
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Turkey Four
Thanksgiving art by students of the Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Turkey Three
Turkey sock art by the fourth- and fifth-graders of Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Recall Orr
D.C. Orr looks on during Monday's recount of ballots.
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Recall Peck
Mark Peck, left, Leigh Riggleman and Nancy Trotter-Higgins.
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Turkey Two
Delicious turkey art from the sixth- through eighth-graders of the Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Turkey One
Thanksgiving Day art with students of the Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Wrestle Young
Sophomore Laine Young, left, and Coach Kelly Morford during wrestling practice Nov. 19. With Mason Sams looking on.
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Court Sedler
Jesse David Sedler, left, confers with his attorney William Managhan Monday, Nov. 23.
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Doesy
You just never know who might try to get into the chicken house.
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Play Three
Scene 3: Lazy Eye with Anada Jones, left, and Tristyn Winebark. Troy Junior/Senior High School's productioin of "16 in 10 Minutes or Less."
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Play Two
Scene 2: Brace Youself with Kasey Faur, left, as Piper and John Fossen as James. Piper prepares to pull an eraser out of James' mouth.
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Play One
Scene One: Friend Request with Malia Thornburg as Laura in Troy Junior/Senior High School's production of "16 in 10 Minutes or Less."
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Basketball Gier
Syd Gier looks to pass with Montana Rice and Makayla Foote guarding in second half action of Saturday's middle school girls basketball jamboree. Libby over Troy 32-12.
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Basketball Gallagher
Shayla Gallagher passes to Bridget Carvey with Montana Rice guarding second half in Saturday's middle school girls basketball jamboree. Libby over Troy 32-12.
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Basketball Ramirez
Troy's Izzy Ramirez looks for a steal from Ashlyn Monigold during the middle school girls basketball jamboree Saturday.
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Court Nicholson
Jacob Nicholson, left, and his attorney Alisha Backus, Monday, Nov. 16, 2015.
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Crismore Clancy
New Western News staff member Clancy Crismore.
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Volleyball Walker
Senior Ashley Walker setting in game one vs. Bigfork during divisionals Friday. Bigfork in five: 25-18, 16-25, 22-25, 25-14, 6-15.
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Volleyball Collins
Freshman Alli Collins passing in game one vs. Bigfork during divisionals Friday. Bigfork in five: 25-18, 16-25, 22-25, 25-14, 6-15.
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Care Center Two
National Hymn "God of our Fathers" sung by the K-8 and staff of Kootenai Valley Christian School during the 19th annual Veterans Day program at Libby Care Center Monday, Nov. 9.
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Care Center One
National Hymn "God of our Fathers" sung by the K-8 and staff of Kootenai Valley Christian School during the 19th annual Veterans Day program at Libby Care Center Monday, Nov. 9.
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Buck Hock
Jennifer Hock with a little 4x4 shot Monday about 9:30 a.m. with a Savage .243
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Mental Health
Kirsten Koenig, left, Doug Richardson and Nancy Huus. (Western Montana Mental Health Center, Lincoln County office.)
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Vets Faulkner
Patrick Faulkner of Boy Scout Troop 1971, places a wreath as Stella Sharp, left, and Maria Wegner look on.
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Vets Lamantia
VFW Post 1548 member Lorenzo Lamantia readies Old Glory during the Venterans Day ceremony at Libby Cemetery Monday morning.
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Vets Swagger
American Legion Post 97 honor guard with muzzle flash by William Swagger Jr.
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Libby City Council candidate Gary Beach casting his ballot Tuesday at the Ponderosa Room with election judge Deanna Kehn, left.
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Vote Beach
Jill Beach signs in as she prepares to cast her ballot Tuesday with election judges Faith Siefke, left, Marie Perez and Loretta Jones.
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Soccer Cik
Girls soccer coach Joe Cik vs. Bigfork Oct. 10, 2015.
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Dairy Queen
Chuck Riley of Riley Excavating demolishes the Dairy Queen at Dakota Avenue and Ninth Street Saturday morning Oct. 31, 2015. Construction was completed in July, 1952.
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Soccer Carlson
Anna Carlson post game vs. Hamilton Aug. 29, 2015.
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Soccer Creighton
Sophomore sweeper Abby Creighton vs. Bigfork Oct. 10, 2015.
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Soccer Reny
Sophomore keeper Shannon Reny save with 7:24 remaining in the first half vs. Polson Sept. 26.
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Volleyball Monigold
Junior Madisen Monigold second game vs. Eureka Sept. 6, 2015. Lady Loggers in four: 18-25, 25-19, 25-23, 25-21.
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E Waste Two
Volunteers prepare a pallet for shipment to ECS Refining in Stockton, Calif. recyclers of E-Waste Saturday Oct. 17. The event was sponsored by Lincoln County, Recycle Eureka, Collective Recyclers, Kootenai Disposal, All Systems Go and MT DEQ.
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E Waste One
E-waste volunteers at Kootenai Disposal Oct. 17.
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CHC Check
CHC's Maria Clemons, left, and CPMC's Kate Stephens.
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Bear Two
Tonya Chilton-Radandt, left, and Kim Annis prepare a bear trap Oct. 16.
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Volleyball Huddle
Pre-game huddle vs. Troy Oct. 20. Haylee Cannon, left, Taryne Luscher, Ashley Walker and Abby Ennenga.
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Football Lauer
Pass complete to junior Erik Lauer for a first down first quarter vs. Thompson Falls Oct. 23. Trais Hoisington on the tackle.
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Fishin Vallee
Randall Vallee, left, Dave Blackburn and Joe Wright fishing below Libby Dam Saturday, Oct. 17.
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E Waste Two
Volunteers prepare a pallet for shipment to ECS Refining in Stockton, Calif. recyclers of E-Waste Saturday Oct. 17. The event was sponsored by Lincoln County, Recycle Eureka, Collective Recyclers, Kootenai Disposal, All Systems Go and MT DEQ.
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E Waste One
E-Waste volunteers at Kootenai Disposal Saturday, Oct. 17.
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Volleyball Ward
Allie Brown, left, and Jessica Ward blocking first game vs. Libby Oct. 20. Libby in four: 21-25, 25-17, 25-20, 28-26.
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Volleyball Luscher
Senior Taryne Luscher serving second game vs. Libby Oct. 20. Libby in four: 21-25, 25-17, 25-20, 28-26.
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Volleyball Brown
Junior Allie Brown blocking in third game vs. Libby Oct. 20. Libby in three: 21-25, 25-17, 25-20, 28-26.
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Volleyball Jones
Freshman Jessika Jones serving fourth game vs. Libby Oct. 20.
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Fishin Sampson
Micah Clark of Camp Patriot, left, fishing guide Ron Ridgway and Will Sampson.
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Football Carvey
Sophomore Tim Carvey drives for a first down first quarter vs. Troy Oct. 2.
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Volleyball Brown
Junior Allie Brown setting vs. Bigfork Oct. 3.
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Football Opland
Sean Opland interception from intended receiver Trais Hoisington in the closing seconds vs. Thompson Falls Oct. 16. Troy takes a knee and runs out the clock. Final score 35-32, Troy.
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Football Tallmadge
Senior Adam Tallmadge victory roar after defeating Thompson Falls 35-32 Oct. 16.
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Soccer Petersen
Senior midfielder Zander Petersen, below, expresses his grief after losing 6-5 to Valley Christian in a shoot-out Oct. 17. Giovanni Cano, top.
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Soccer Maloney
Colin Maloney controls the ball on a Rams' inbound pass first half vs. Valley Christian Oct. 17.
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Soccer Nagle
Valley Christian's Thomas Campbell, left, and junior midfielder Ryan Nagle struggle for control Oct. 17.
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Soccer Weber
Senior keeper Raffael Weber stops a shot on goal during the shoot-out vs. Valley Christian Saturday. Loggers fall 6-5.
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Sarah Kaci Larhea Sullivan
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Nagode Four
Brenda Nagode leads the pep band vs. Frenchtown Sept. 3, 2010.
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Volleyball Mossburg
Emily Mossburg tips it over vs. Thompson Falls Sept. 29.
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Nagode Three
Brenda Nagode leading the LHS pep band during the volleyball match with Bigfork Oct. 10, 2015.
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Nagode Two
Brenda Nagode leading the band for the Libby graduating class of 2015. June 6, 2015.
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Movie Short
ShadowHouse Films' Robert Newman, right, records as Darren Short draws a bead on the man exiting the north door of Hotel Libby as filming of the movie "Doom Service" continued Saturday night. (March 9, 2013)
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Movie Newman
Actor Mighet Matanane exits Hotel Libby into a "hail of gun fire" Saturday as Robert Newman films this scene from "Doom Service." (March 9, 2013)
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Dobbs
Glenn Dobbs, Sept. 28, 2011, rally in Chamber parking lot.
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Diction Malyevac
Third graders gathered in Mr. McBride's classroom Tuesday and heard presentations from Elks Club member Bob Malyevac (speaking) and Rotary Club member George Gerard about literacy and clean water respectively.
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Diction Class
Third graders gathered in Mr. McBride's classroom Tuesday and heard presentations from Elks Club member Bob Malyevac and Rotary Club member George Gerard about literacy and clean water respectively.
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Diction Gerard
George Gerard delivering student dicitonaries at Libby Elementary Tuesday morning.
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Diction Watson
Third graders Sarah Watson, left, and Deagan Jaynes look over their new student dictionaries Tuesday at Libby Elementary.
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Volleyball Sykes
Freshman Mehki Sykes kill shot second game vs. Bigfork Oct. 10.
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Football Winn
Tucker Winn on the carry third quarter vs. Libby Oct. 2.
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Bash McCollum
Bow-Wow Bash 2015 with Audray McCollum displaying a shop vacuum during the live auction Saturday.
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Volleyball Mossburg
Sophomore Emily Mossburg blocking second game vs. Bigfork Oct. 10.
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Football Young
Adam Jordt tackles Laine Young third quarter vs. Bigfork Oct. 9.
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Football Cheers
Homecoming cheers with Bailie Rosling, left, Jonny Cielak and Giovani Cano. "Let me see your alligator, what's that you say?" Homecoming 2015.
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Football Dominic
Homecoming king and queen Dominic Voorhies and Ashley Walker halftime during the Bigfork game.
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Football Voorhies
Senior Dominic Voorhies third quarter punt return to the Logger 40 vs. Bigfork Oct. 9. Loggers fall 56-0.
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Soccer Reis
Junior defender Bryant Reis passes to Cody Wood in second half vs. Bigfork Oct. 10. Christian Bencomo, right.
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Soccer Sykes
Junior midfielder Jhamaal Sykes controls the ball as Bigfork's Alex Buenz looks on Oct. 10. Loggers triumph 4-0.
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Soccer Coldwell
Allie Coldwell header vs. Bigfork Oct. 10.
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Soccer Cik
Girls soccer coach Joe Cik vs. Bigfork Oct. 10.
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Soccer Berget
Annie Berget, center, is all smiles after scoring her second goal on the day vs. Bigfork Saturday. With Allie Coldwell, left, and Dani Hawthorne right. The girls went on to tie the Valkyries 4-4.
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Soccer Joe
Halftime vs. Bigfork with Coach Joe Cik.
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Royalty LHS
Bailie Rosling, left, India Croucher, Krysten Mossberg, Ashley Walker, Dominic Voorhies, Cody Murray, Justin Christiansen and Zander Petersen. Lakyn Rewerts, left, and Zade Rewerts, crown bearers.
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Soccer Martineau
Sophomore striker Isabelle Martineau controls the ball vs. Columbia Falls Oct. 3, with Miranda Livingston, right.
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Soccer Cano
Junior Giovanni Cano controls the ball vs. Columbia Falls Oct. 3 with Chance Adams left.
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Volleyball Monigold
Junior Madisen Monigold second game vs. Eureka Sept. 6, 2015. Lady Loggers in four: 18-25, 25-19, 25-23, 25-21.
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Football Carvey
Sophomore Tim Carvey drives for a first down with Adam Tallmadge on the tackle, first quarter.
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Princess Sami Rohrich, left, Prince Royal Johnson, King Conner Quiring and Queen Adriana Ramirez.
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Football Winn
Tucker Winn on the carry third quarter.
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Football Voorhies
Dominic Voorhies on the carry brings up 4th and 12 third quarter.
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Volleyball Roach
Post game jube with Olivia Roach, left, Sami Rohrich, Tana Thill and Aurora Becquart. Troy over Bigfork in five: 22-25, 29-27, 27-25, 10-25, 15-10.
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Soccer Herreid
Junior defender Bridger Herreid first half vs. C-Falls Oct. 3.
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PIP Reisman
72-year-old Dennis Reisman running PIP 2015.
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PIP Rayome
Dexter Williams. left, and 9-year-old Mylie Rayome right.
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PIP Ostrowski
PIP 2015 with Shannon Ostrowski, left, Liz Whalen and Danielle Spillman.
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PIP Boulware
Myresa Boulware with a pink pompadour and frames to match. PIP 2015.
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PIP Williams
Saturday was a Paint It Pink kind of day with Nikki Winslow, left, Dawn Williams and Sophia Winslow awaiting the 9 a.m. start.
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Stand Down volunteer Gene Adkinson, left, Mike Murchie and Jana Murchie at VFW Post 1548. Sixteenth annual Libby Stand Down. Services available: Haircuts, surplus military clothing, service officer for VA Clinic, physical health provider, employment counseling, referrals to community resources, refreshments, disabled parking.
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Paint it Pink fun run with Jackie Mee, left, Tyler Mee and Cody Mee.
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Soccer Munro
Polson's Sophia Sisler, left, and Shae Munro compete for a header Sept. 26. (first half)
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Warden Kilbreath
Montana Fish, Wildlie & Parks Game Warden Phil Kilbreath.
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PIP Williams
Dexter Williams leading the way after crossing the Haul bridge during Saturday's Paint It Pink Fun Run/Walk. Oct. 5, 2013
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PIP Foss
Boo Bee Judy Foss gets her cape under control as she descends from the Haul Bridge into J. Neils Park Saturday during the Paint It Pink Fun Run.
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PIP Nicks
Saturday's Paint It Pink Fun Run/Walk was full of good times, good friends and all for a great cause. Anne Nicks, left, and Riki Thompson.
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Homecoming Royals
Skylar Higareda, left, Taylor Quinn, Josh Bowers, Brooklyn Rosling, Queen Keeli Green, King Jason Schnackenberg, Kari Lindgren, Dalton Brown, Cassidy McCoy and Patrick Faulkner. Crown bearers center front, Gabrielle Rose and Ian Thom.
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Sophomore Emily Mossburg tips it over the net in the first game vs. Thompson Falls Sept. 29. Thompson Falls in four: 14-25, 25-23, 23-25, 16-25.
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Soccer Webber
Senior keeper Raffael Webber save with less than a minute left in match vs. Polson Sept. 26.
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Soccer Reny
Sophomore keeper Shannon Reny save with 7:24 remaining in the first half vs. Polson Sept. 26.
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Soccer Berget
Junior sweeper Annie Berget on an inbound pass from Isabelle Martineau second half vs. Polson.
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Volleyball Sykes
Freshman Mehki Sykes scores on a kill shot in the second vs. Troy Thursday evening.
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Volleyball Winslow
Freshman Jayden Winslow goes for a dig in the third vs. Troy Thursday evening.
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Volleyball Bench Too
The bench explodes as Libby aces a serve in the second vs. Troy Thursday evening. With Emily Mossburg, left, and Jayden Winslow.
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Volleyball Bench
The bench explodes as Troy scores in the first game vs. Libby Thursday, Sept. 24. With Hannah Thrasher, left, Riley Burk and Alyssa Lewis.
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Volleyball Pierce
Sarah Pierce passing in the third vs. Libby Sept. 24.
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Volleyball Brown
Junior Allie Brown sends it over the net in the first vs. Libby Sept. 24. Lady Loggers in three: 18-25, 21-25, 15-25.
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Football Fans Troy
Kyla Grose, left, and Trinette Todd cheer on the Trojans Friday evening during homecoming.
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Homecoming KQ
Troy homecoming Queen Andrea Mack and King Levi Lawson. Sept. 27, 2013
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Homecoming Royalty
Mason Chapel, left, Gabe Hickman, Kellie Lundin, Ben Haggerty, Cheyenne Jordan, Princess Allie Brown, Prince Ty Hight, King Levi Lawson, Queen Andrea Mack, Luke Haggerty, Katie Lundin, Becca Rotolo, Nathan Olds, Megan Hight, Bruce Metz and Baylee Burk.
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Justin Keith Davis, left, confers with his attorney Sept 21.
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Shopko Donates
Erin Grotjohn, left, receives a $500 check from Marion Craig Sept. 21.
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Shay One
Wayen Kroeger, left, August Hardgrove, Don Smart and Bob Castaneda work on removing all hardware from the boiler of "4 Spot" the Heritage Museum's Shay locomotive, in preparation for an ultra sound to determine the condition of the boiler.
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Kitchen Charlene
Assistant cook Charlene Snyder explains the inner workings of the new thermal oven Monday morning in the district's brand new kitchen.
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Nicole Barry, left, and her attorney Timothy Wenz.
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Football Jordan
Hunter Jordan kicking the point after with Sean Opland holding vs. Deer Lodge Sept. 11.
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Football Walker
Freshman Cole Walker on the carry to the Ronan 30-yard line for a first down second quarter.
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VBall Monigold
Junior Madisen Monigold third set vs. Anaconda Sept. 18.
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Soccer Wood
Colin Maloney corner kick to Cody Wood first half vs. Hamilton.
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VBall Fan
Volleyball fan Shannon Reny rooting for No. 4, India Croucher vs. Anaconda Sept. 18.
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VBall Timeout
Timeout second set vs. Anaconda Sept. 18.
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Kitchen Snyder
Assistant cook Charlene Snyder shows off the new convection oven early Monday morning, the first day the new kitchen will be used to feed the district's 450 hungry students.
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Dejon Raines, left, Allen Olson, DC Orr, Gary Beach, Joe Miller, Brian Zimmerman and Arlen Magill. Candidate forum Sept. 16, 2015.
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Troy Anderson
Myrtle Anderson, left, and Janeen Larson studying the history of Troy Saturday in the grand room of the Silver Spur.
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Troy Calvi
Jim Calvi, left, and Bob Pattie discuss Troy's history in the grand room of the Silver Spur Saturday during Troy's 100th birthday celebration.
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Troy Warrick
Shelly Warrick, left, and Leslie Alyea look over a table of homemade rugs Saturday in the grand room of the Silver Spur.
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Troy Morgan
Bob and Lois Morgan of Palo Alto, Calif. explore the Troy museum Saturday during Troy's 100th birthday celebration.
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Troy Lloyd
Bryan and Corina Lloyd of Bryan and Friends performing on the lawn at R Place Saturday during Troy's 100th birthday celebration.
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Troy Flea
Flea market at the BEI Mall behind R Place during Troy's 100th birthday Saturday.
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Troy Alliance
The Alliance band members Michael, left, and James Saturday at Roosevelt Park.
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Troy Stafford
Zorb ball fun at Roosevelt Park Saturday with Trenity Stafford.
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Troy Newcomb
Terry Meroney, left, checks on Jacob Newcomb after taking a spin in the Zorb ball Saturday at Roosevelt Park.
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Troy Meroney
A little two-on-two basketball with Terry Meroney controlling the ball and Adam Stindt. Troy's 100th birthday celeb.
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Football Walker
Freshman Cole Walker on the carry to the Ronan 30-yard line for a first down second quarter.
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Football Quiring
Conner Quiring and Trinity Rice go high and low tackling Mitchel Odden first quarter vs. Deer Lodge Sept. 11.
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Football Jordan
Hunter Jordan kicking the point after with Sean Opland holding vs. Deer Lodge Sept. 11.
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Football Johnston
Cody Johnston interception first quarter vs. Deer Lodge Sept. 11.
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Short
Darren Short, write-in candidate for sheriff.
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Volleyball Crowd
Volleyball cheer section vs. Stillwater Christian Sept. 8.
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Volleyball Downey
Kaitlyn Downey passing on a dig from Tana Thill first game vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars. Lady Trojans in three: 25-21, 25-20, 25-21.
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Football Quiring
Hard charging Conner Quiring on the carry second quarter vs. Conrad Sept. 4.
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Playground
New playground equipment being tested at Morrison Elementary during football vs. Conrad Sept. 4.
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Football Opland
Quarterback Sean Opland on a keeper for a gain of six second quarter vs. Conrad Cowboys Sept. 4.
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XCntry Maloney
Junior Colin Maloney leading the way for the Loggers in cross country action Saturday at J. Neils Park.
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XCntry Zeiler
Freshmen Mikalyn Zeiler, left and Lauren Thorstanson, Libby Invite Sept. 5
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Fire Meet Russell
Chuck Russell, Incident Commander, Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team.
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Fire Meet Peck
Terry Peck, left, and Lora Ercabrack, American Red Cross, Libby.
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Fire Meet Klatt
Ron Klatt, Operation Section Chief, Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team.
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Soccer Reny
Nice save by sohpomore keeper Shannon Reny in second half vs. Hamilton Saturday.
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Soccer Carlson
Anna Carlson, right, strips the ball from Larami Schara in the first half vs. Hamilton Saturday.
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Soccer Wood Jube
Sage Friss, left, Cody Wood and Colin Maloney celebrate after Cody scores in the first half vs. Hamilton, 2-0 Loggers. Loggers go on to win 4-3.
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Soccer Wood
Colin Maloney corner kick to Cody Wood first half.
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Golf Johnston
Ryggs Johnston tees off on No. 6, a par 4, Saturday during the Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament.
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CARD Clinic Two
Center for Asbestos Related Disease, Dusti Thompson, right.
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CARD Clinic One
Center for Asbestos Related Disease.
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Ignite Dawson
Russ Dawson of Clarks Fork, Idaho points to the original spare tire that came with his '38 Plymouth. Oh yeah, and it has a mere 52,000 original miles to boot!
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Ignite Garrison
While others were tearing up the Gut, six-year-old Jacob Garrison passed the time peacefully in a rumbe seat.
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Shakespeare Oliver
Rebecca Hurd as Celia and Casey Hoekstra as Oliver in Shakespeare's "As You Like It" Sunday evening at Libby Elementary's amphitheater.
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Shakespeare Fight
"As You Like It" boxing scene with Oliver, (Casey Hoekstra) left, Charles (Michael Gonring) Orlando (Nate Cheeseman) and Duke Frederick (Erik Pearson).
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Leak Three
Gary Beach, left, Shad Haugen and Chuck Thom. Water leak on Education Way Aug. 11.
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Howard Two
Probation and parole officer Darrell Vanderhoef, left, and attorney Timothy Baldwin representing Barton Howard.
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Howard One
Barton Howard left, and his attorney Timothy Baldwin.
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Football Miller
Coach Brendan Miller, Oct. 24, 2014.
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Blues Buck
The seventh annual Riverfront Blues Festival included Lindsey Rosenberry, left, and Uncle Buck from Kalispell.
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Blues Stacy Jones
Kevin Sutton, left, and Stacy Jones of the Stacy Jones Band.
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Blues Scott
Dennis Borgen of Columbia Falls, left, and Libby's Hazel Scott (86) dance to the music of Stacy Jones Friday during the seventh annual Riverfront Blues Festival.
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Blues Byrne
LeeAnne Byrne, left, and Dwight Bengeron traveled all the way from Kalispell for the seventh annual Riverfront Blues Festival.
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Blues Cannspain
LaBeth Cannspain dancing to the sounds of Suze Simms Friday at the seventh annual Riverfront Blues Festival.
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Pipe Fire Berget
Dylan Berget, left facing, Shyla Stevenson and Luke Adamson. Forest Service fire crew on the Pipe Creek fire Thursday evening.
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Pipe Fire Lauer
LVFD's Steve Lauer looking for evidence at the Pipe Creek fire Thursday evening.
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Pipe Fire
LVFDs Steve Lauer left, and Kirk Kraft of the Lincoln County Sheriff's office collecting a bit of evidence from the Pipe Creek fire Thursday evening.
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Ignite Eight
There were many admirers of Jay Arvidson's 1965 Cobra.
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Ignite Six
Libby's John Dinkins studies the build history on Rod Campbell's 1966 Ford Mustang gasser during Saturday's Ignite the Nites car show.
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Football Opland
Junior Sean Opland on the carry first quarter vs. Ronan Sept. 12, 2014.
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Sheffield Mug
Justice of the Peace Jay C. Sheffield
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Le Tour Start
Tour participants await the 8 a.m. start of the fourth annual Le Tour de Koocanusa atop the David Thompson Bridge below Libby Dam Saturday. In all there were 122 registered riders for this year's tour.
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Fishin Fortner
Opening day at the kids' fishing pond with Ledger Fortner, 6.
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Fishin Sanderson Morgan
A little father and daughter fishing time with Morgan Sanderson, 4, and Byron Sanderson. Opening day at the new kids' fishing pond.
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Fishin Brothers Noah
Opening day at the kids' fishing pond with Noah Brothers, 5.
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Fishin Noah
A little father and son fishing time with Noah Brothers, left, and Kenney Brothers Saturday at the kids' fishing pond.
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Fishin Brothers
Noah Brothers (5) lands the big one Saturday during opening day at the kids' fishing pond.
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Fishin Sanderson
Casting for the big one with Olivia Sanderson, 7, and Byron Sanderson during opening day at Libby's new kids' fishing pond.
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Le Tour Fashion
New for the fourth annual Le Tour de Koocanusa was the cycling jersey designed by Primal Wear of Denver, Colo. In all there were 122 registered riders for this year's tour.
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Le Tour Keck
The mother-daughter team of Madison Keck, left, and Tammy Keck aboard a Giordano Viaggio tandem approach the turnout on the Forest Development Road overlooking Libby Dam 2.8 miles into their 83-mile ride. (From Missoula)
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Firemen
Retired firemen at annual picnic, Fireman's Park, Thursday, July 30. Top row from left: Curt Jones, Alan Colclough, Dick Dutton, Al Schad, Mike Gehrke and Frank Pival. Front row from left: Gary Swenson, Ray Miller, Mike Voorhies, Doug Roll, Bill Watt, Ken Preston, Dick Wood, Bob Pival, George Wood, Marc …
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Wreck
Rollover at 39 mile marker U.S. Hwy. 2, Friday, July 31, 2015.
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Blues Shinn
Bruce and Maggie Shinn of Plains dance to the music of Bryan Warhall and Triple Trouble Friday evening.
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Blues Sisters
Suze Sims, left and Teri Anne Wilson of the Red Hot Blues Sisters
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Fire Quartz Avenue
Fire of unknown origin in wooded area near Quartz Avenue 6:50 p.m. Tuesday. Adam Orr, left.
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Rodeo Moline
Jake Moline has a worrisome look as he exits the horse known as X12 during Thursday's rodel at J. Neils Park.
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Rodeo Yule
Thursday's rodeo with five-year-old trick rider Piper Yule.
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Dobbs
Glenn Dobbs, Sept. 28, 2011, rally in Chamber parking lot.
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Rodeo Horning
Thursday night rodeo with Hollan Horning exiting the horse known as W47.
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Rodeo Becquart
A tender moment between Talise Becquart and a horse named "Rio" Saturday at Kootenai River Rodeo 2015.
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Rodeo Sudan
Ashley Sudan of Whitefish turned in a time of 18.78 in the barrel racing Friday.
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Rodeo Guzman
Alex Guzman of Manteca, Calif., aboard "Cowboy Town" Friday at the Kootenai River Rodeo.
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Rodeo Cruz
Lindsay Kruse of Great Falls turned in a time of 17.64 during the barrel racing Friday evening.
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Rodeo Mikkelson
Friday night tie down roping with Bryant Mikkelson of Buffalo. Broke barrier ended with a time of 33.6.
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Rodeo Kayser
Nineteen seconds flat in the tie down roping for Kass Kayser of Ellensburg, Wash., Saturday evening.
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Rodeo Jones
Saturday night steer wrestling with Riley Jones from Walla Walla, Wash. 11.6 seconds.
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Rodeo Bertsch
Bareback riding with Dantan Bertsch of Eastend, Saskatchewan aboard "Chute Boss" for 71 points Saturday during Kootenai River Rodeo 2015.
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Baseball Holzer
Bransen Holzer, best bat boy this side of the Great Divide. Double header vs. Bitterroot Red Sox July 19.
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Baseball Chapel
Left fielder Mason Chapel stretches but can't quite close the distance top of the fifth, second of a double header vs. Bitterroot Red Sox July 19.
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Baseball Winslow J
Ace pitcher Jared Winslow pitching top of the sixth vs Rangers first of a doubleheader 5-28-13. Seventeen years old and seventeen strikeouts in this game.
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Fire Bull Creek
Bull Creek Road fire July 17, 2015.
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Baseball Bump
Former Major League pitcher Bump Williams, left, and Jared Winslow...alumni game 2015.
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Baseball Williams
It was the Legends over the Loggers Saturday 5-4 with former Major League pitcher Bump Williams on the mound for the Loggers.
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Baseball Lauer
Third baseman Erik Lauer first out top of the fifth, first of a double header vs. Bitterroot Red Sox July 19.
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Rendezvous Nail
Ron Nail of Whitefish stretches a deer hide prior to the tanning process during the Two Rivers Rendezvous at Fawn Creek Campground.
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Rendezvous Talsma
Turning flax to linen on a Norweigan raised table style spinning wheel with Sylvia Talsma from Ronan.
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Baseball Winslow
Jared Winslow coaching third base during the alumni game July 18, 2015.
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Rendezvous Fielder
Two Rivers Rendezvous 2015 with Paul Fielder, left, inspecting a hickory long bow handcrafted by Allen "Eagle Eye" Heiser, right.
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Fire Bull Creek
Bull Creek Road fire with Nick Goldsmith, left, and Kacie Berget.
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LeTour Graham
Libby's Jonathan Graham 2.8 miles into his 83-mile ride.
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Bash Wells
Three Dog Night's Cory Wells, Big Sky Bash 2015.
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Bash Kingery
Three Dog Night's Paul Kingery, Big Sky Bash 2015.
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Foss Scott
Legends' lefty Scott Foss with a double RBI to center bottom of the first inning. June 15, 2013
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Bash Dance
Dancing to the tunes of Three Dog Night, Big Sky Bash 2015.
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Bash Allsup
Three Dog Night's Michael Allsup, Big Sky Bash 2015.
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Bash Bautz
Three Dog Night's Pat Bautz, Big Sky Bash 2015.
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Bash Hutton
Three Dog Night's Danny Hutton, Big Sky Bash 2015.
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Bash Spielmann
Rockin' to the sounds of Three Dog Night with Jamie Spielmann, left and Katherine Spielmann 3.
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Bash Knapton
Good times at Big Sky Bash 2015 with Debbie Knapton, left, Roy Knapton, Steve Mayne and Loreen Mayne, all from Cranbrook, B.C.
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Golf Racicot
Chuck Racicot putts on No. 1 during Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament May 16.
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Relay Grotjohn
Ward Crushing team members Sara Grotjohn, front, Ann Grotjohn and Sydney Christopherson Ward "groove" to the music as they complete a lap Friday evening during Relay for Life 2014.
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Golf Fenn
Ruth Fenn putts on No. 2 during Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament May 16, 2015.
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Rodeo Hamilton
That girl can ride! Mandy Hamilton of Manhattan, Montana turned in a time of 17.75 Friday evening in the barrel racing event.
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Rodeo Chambers
Bridger Chambers of Stevensville with a time of 7.0 in the steer wrestling event Saturday.
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Mowers
Racing lawnmowers with Darren Short, left, and Jeff Forster.
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Pemberton Seven
Royce Pemberton, 77, racing during Logger Days June 28, 2014.
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Pemberton Five
Royce Pemberton fears no lawn. Troy's Old Fashioned Fourth of July car show 2015, Roosevelt Park.
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Pemberton Four
Royce Pemberton and his racing lawnmower, Troy's Old Fashioned Fourth of July parade July 4, 2015.
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Pemberton Two
Royce Pemberton 77 of Troy, took an unexpected detour in the second lap of his race with Adam Kirschenmann Saturday night.
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Pemberton One
Royce Pemberton, left, and pit crew member Dale VanDenbos remove a bent tie rod from the 16 hp racing lawnmower.
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Rafters
Fourth of July Kootenai River rafters with Tom Ostrowski in the driver's seat.
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Fourth Pack Train
Forest Service Northern Region pack train
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Fourth Hanley
Kris and Pat Hanley admire a quilt known as "Grandmother's Flower Basket" Saturday at Morrison Elementary during Troy's Old Fashion Fourth of July Celebration.
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Fourth Rogers
Gene Rogers driving TVFD's old fire truck the '34 Seagrave flathead V12 during Troy's Old Fashion Fourth of July parade.
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Fourth Viergutz
Kootenai Highlander Robert Viergutz looking especially fearsome.
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Fourth Band
Copper Mountain Band with members Jacque Jolene, left, and Nate Norman.
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Fourth Cole
Shelby Cole, 7, makes a quick trip through the splash pad at Roosevelt Park Saturday.
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Fourth Quirarte
Curbside at Troy's Old Fashion Fourth of July parade with Leah Quirarte, 7, of Spokane, Wash.
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Fourth O'Rourke
Seven-year-old Tyler O'Rourke tests out the water ball feature during Troy's Old Fashion Fourth of July celebration at Roosevelt Park Saturday.
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Lind Four
Kendra Lind cuts the cake during her retirement party June 30, 2015.
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Lind Three
Kendra Lind, top, introducing her replacement, Jake Mertes during Lind's retirement party June 30, 2015.
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Lind Two
Kendra Lind, left, and Lincoln County Commissioner Mike Cole. Lind's retirement party June 30, 2015.
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Lind One
Retiring Kendra Lind, left, and Lincoln County Commissioner Mark Peck during Lind's retirement party June 30.
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Foss, Scott
Scott Foss, Lee Gehring Field's groundskeeper.
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Baseball Winslow
Shortstop Jared Winslow checks his runner (Mitch Popeil) top of the sixth on a throw from catcher Oliver Grupenhoff. Loggers over Strathmore Reds 3-1 June 28.
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Baseball Johnson
Collin Johnson pitching top of third vs. Spanaway Lake Monsters June 27. Loggers fall 6-3.
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Logger Shumate
Julianna Shumate, 8, aboard Paradise Carnival's bungee jump Saturday.
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Logger Grotbo
Emily Grotbo teamed with Clay Stevenson in the Jack and Jill doublebuck saw competition.
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Logger Hartley
James Hartley teamed with Chrissy Ramsey in the Jack and Jill doublebuck saw competition Saturday. Nine seconds to get through the log.
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Logger Carpenter
A triumphant Sarah Carpenter celebrates after defeating Sky Barry to claim the title of Bullette of the Woods Friday night during Logger Days 2015
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Logger Berget
Logger Days 2015 with Michael Curtiss vs. Dylan Berget in bull of the woods action. Michael would go on to win the title and the $500 payout.
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Logger Pattie
Friday night's tug-o-war, girls against boys with Nevaeh Pattie, 8, during Logger Days 2015.
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Logger Masters
Hop aboard the "Twizzler" with Tucker Masters and David Patterson. Logger Days 2015.
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Logger Roby
Jadyn Roby, 8, teamed with Xavier Reatz, 9, in Kids Jack and Jill doublebuck saw competition.
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Logger Curtiss
Not a bad day at the office for Michael Curtiss and Sarah Carpenter, Bull and Bullette of the Woods, Logger Days 2015.
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Fire Andreessen
LVFD firefighter Ryan Andreessen prepares to enter the smoke-filled house at 203 East Second St. Friday afternoon.
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Fire Steve
Steve Lauer hooks the hose to the hydrant Friday afternoon during the fire at 203 East Second St.
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Fire Lauer
Neighbor Elizabeth Nelson, left, speaks with Steve Lauer Friday afternoon during the fire at 203 East Second St.
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Fourth Two
Troy's Old Fashion Fourth of July 2008.
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Snowmobile One
Fred Sichting, left, and Jim O'Neil on the trail to Big Creek Baldy March 19, 2006.
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Baseball Winslow Jube
Jared Winslow, left, celebrates with teammates, Trace Tamarro, Mason Chapel, Oliver Grubenhoff and Collin Johnson after smacking a two-run homer bottom of second inning to put the Loggers up 7-0 over Senators Wednesday evening.
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Baseball Winslow
Jared Winslow's bunt loads the bases bottom of first vs. Capital Senators June 24. (8-1 Loggers)
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Beast Tolo
Steve Tolo of Bozeman, winner of the Grandmaster division, putts on 18, a 375-foot par 4 during Timberbeast 2015.
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Fire Miner
Terry Oedewaldt, left, Rick Sonju and Roy Stanton work Wednesday on boarding up the home at 714 Mineral Ave. after Tuesday evening's fire. The home was built in 1921.
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Beast Discs
Tools of the trade, Timber Beast 2015.
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Beast White
Steven White of Spokane, Wash., tees off on 14, a 391-foot par 4 during Timber Beast 2015.
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Beast Reny
Libby's Jon Reny putts on 18, a 375-foot par 4 during Timberbeast 2015.
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Beast Graff
Jon Graff of Missoula putts on 18, a 375-foot par 4 during Timberbeast 2015.
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Fishin Miller
Brysen Miller (7) left, Brendan Miller and Maura Miller (9). Brysen looks on as his father Brendan unhooks the fish he just caught during kids fishing day at the Troy fish pond.
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Fishin McNew
Riley McNew, 7, attempts to get a hold of a very wiggly fish during the kids fishing derby Saturday at the Troy fish pond.
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Fishin Williams
Riley McNew, 7, left, Jamisen Williams 6, right. Heading to the scales to weigh in with Riley carrying Jamisen's fish for her. Contestants were allowed to keep two.
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School Johnson
The synagogue elementary school with "Rabbi" Steve Johnson and his assistant Patty Johnson during Libby Christian Church's vacation Bible school. June 18, 2015.
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School Hedge
Vacation Bible school with three-year-old Hannah Hedge studying "Richochet," a Nigerian dwarf goat.
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Baseball Winslow
Celebratory knucks with Coach Morford for Jared Winslow's bases loaded triple bottom of third inning vs. Kalispell Lakers June 17. (19-7 Loggers)
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Baseball Lauer
Erik Lauer with a bases loaded base hit scoring one bottom of first inning. First of a doubleheader vs. Kalispell Lakers June 17. (19-7, Loggers)
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Baseball Haggerty
Center fielder Luke Haggerty third out top of three with excellent backup from right fielder Taylor Wisdom in game one of a double header vs. Kalispell Lakers June 17. (19-7, Loggers)
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Bull Colclough J
Libby's Jason Colclough aboard the bull known as "Semper Fi."
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Bul lColclough
Libby's Jason Colclough aboard "What's Up Doc" during the second round of Incredi-Bull 2015.
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Bull Rowberry
Shannon Rowberry receives a $1,000 scholarship check from Brett Bronson Saturday evening during Incredi-Bull 2015.
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Bull Stuivenga
Bull fighter Casey Stuivenga keeps a close eye on "Ice Cream" after Dakota Beck's 83-point winning ride Saturday during Incredi-Bull 2015.
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Bull Eash
Gerald Eash of Trego garnered 80 points for his ride aboard "Dairy Queen."
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Bull Morrison
Zack Morrison rides the mini bull known as Yaak during halftime of Incredi-Bull 2015.
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Bull Beck
Dakota Beck of Moses Lake, Wash., with the 83 point winning ride aboard "Ice Cream" during Incredi-Bull 2015 at J. Neils Park Saturday night.
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Bull Shafer
Ian Shafer of Columbia Falls has a not-so-graceful exit from the bull known as "Tom Cat" during Incredi-Bull 2015 at J. Neils Park Saturday night.
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Logger Jager
Erin Jager, left, and Crystal Haines aboard Paradise Carnival's "Paratrooper" Saturday during Logger Days 2013.
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Baseball Lauer
Erik Lauer steals third bottom of the sixth with one out June 10. Twins' third baseman Colten Parker.
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Baseball Johnson C
Collin Johnson dives back to the safety of first base bottom of third inning vs. Glacier Twins June 10.
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Fishin Wilkinson
What better way to spend the day than fishing with dad! And Tom Wilkinson and his son Caleb, 9, did exactly that Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park during Kids' Fishing Day.
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Fishin Jellesed
And with a mighty tug and a little help from her father Mike, Kirsti Jellesed, 4, landed her second rainbow Saturday during Kids' Fishing Day at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Fishin Johnson
Jesse Johnson admires his catch Saturday during Kids' Fishing Day at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Fishin Brant
Cameron Foote, right, helps Makayla Brant unhook her fish as Farrahl Johnson looks on during Kids' Fishing Day Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Baseball Winslow
The Twins' Tyler Murphy gets caught in a rundown top of the sixth vs. Glacier Monday evening. With shortstop Jared Winslow. Loggers fall 18-3.
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Baseball Johnson
Collin Johnson steals second bottom of the fifth with two out vs. Glacier Twins June 8.
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Golf Kambel
Deb Kambel studies her second shot on No. 7, a par 3.
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Grad Shriner
Hannah Shriner is all smiles Saturday after receiving her diploma.
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Grad Espinosa
Senior Class President Travis Espinosa.
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Baseball Grupenhoff
Oliver Grupenhoff steals second bottom of the second first of a doubleheader. Shortstop Tim Carvey, left.
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Baseball Johnson
Second baseman Collin Johnson first out top of the third vs. the Kootenai Valley Rangers. Loggers win 7-2, first of a double-header June 5.
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Bull Wallentine
Brandon Wallentine of Paris, Idaho gets an unexpected "bonus ride" aboard Blackfoot to score 81 points Saturday night at the Incredi-Bull Bull Riding event. Brandon's paycheck for the evening - $980 June 11, 2011
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Bull Tucker
Josh Tucker of Bonners Ferry exits the bull known as "Done Right." June 14, 2014.
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Golf Johnston
Ryggs Johnston tees off on No. 6, a par 4, Saturday during the Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament.
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Baseball Johnson
Second baseman Collin Johnson covering first, first out top of third on a throw from pitcher Oliver Grupenhoff second of a doubleheader vs. Cranbrook Bandits.
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Baseball Wislow
Jared Winslow foul ball bottom of first inning, second of a doubleheader vs. Cranbrook Bandits.
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Baseball Lauer
Second out top of the fourth, first half of a double play, second baseman Eric Lauer on a throw from shortstop Jared Winslow. First game of a double header vs. Cranbrook Bandits May 31.
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Grad Chapel
Gage Tallmadge, left, Garret Chapel and Alma Ruiz Casanova.
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Magill, Arlen
Lincoln County Deputy Clerk Donna Nicely, left and Arlen Magill.
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Grad Beard
C.J. Beard, left, Brenna Garrison and Pate Scott.
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Grad Tallmadge
Gage Tallmadge, left, Taylor Brown and Brennan Olds.
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Grad Stever
Troy High School Class of 2015 Valedictorian Azure Stever, left, and Dr. Jacob Francom Principal.
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Grad Peel
Senior Speaker Callan Peel..."peace out, later dude."
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Grad Edwards
Dr. Jacob Francom Principal of Troy High School, left, and Salutatorian Alicia Edwards.
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Grad Chiaverini
Dominic Kensler-Chiaverini, left, Azure Stever and Kyle Rebo.
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Moto X Havens
Riley Havens, 6, takes the checkered flag Saturday in the 0-6 category.
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Moto X Andy
Andy Remp (141) finishes 4th in the 450 pro.
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Moto X
Eighteen year old Jordan Winkelseth of Bonners Ferry, wows the crowd with a "heel clicker" as he takes the checkered flag in the 250 Pro Class Sunday afternoon.
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Baseball Haggerty
Luke Haggerty caught stealing vs. Missoula Pioneers May 8.
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Memorial Brue
Honoring veterans and the fallen this Memorial Day 2015 with Billie Jo Brue, member of the Ladies Auxiliary John E. Freeman Post 5514 of the VFW.
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Memorial Gregory
Herb Gregory of John E. Freeman Post 5514 of the VFW had the honor of raising the flag during Memorial Day ceremonies at Milnor Lake Cemetery Monday.
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Baseball Thom
Braydan Thom pitching top of four vs. Missoula Pioneers during the Wood Bat Classic May 8.
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Baseball Winslow
Jared Winslow steals second bottom of three with two out vs. Missoula Pioneers during the Wood Bat Tournament May 8.
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Concert
Playing in the fifth and sixth grade band were members Abigail Osborne, left, Kiralyn Newton and Beanka Scott during Troy High School's 2015 spring band concert. The group played "When the Saints Go Marching In," "Hard Rock Blues" and "Sakura, Sakura."
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Wreck Hummer
Accident at intersection of U.S. Hwy 2 and California Avenue with LPD Officer John Powell May 18.
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Wreck Powell
Accident at intersection of U.S. Hwy 2 and California Avenue with LPD Officer John Powell May 18.
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Golf Kambel
Deb Kambel tees off on No. 7, a 138-yard par 3.
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Golf Racicot
Chuck Racicot, left, and John Graham study the green on No. 2, a 356-yard par 4 during the Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament Saturday.
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Track Enyeart
Stetson Enyeart, left, and Brian Peck 100-meter dash. Divisionals track May 16.
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Track Diller
Divisionals track with Michael Diller competing in the 1,600 May 15.
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Softball Tom
Grand slam celebratory hug with Tom and Devon Gallagher. Devon hit the bases-loaded home run in the bottom of the seventh with one out to defeat the Columbia Falls Wildkats 5-1 at Remp Field May 14.
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Softball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher's grand slam over the left field fence in the bottom of the seventh with one out seals the game 5-1 for the Lady Loggers over Columbia Falls Thursday evening at Remp Field.
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Track Mossburg
Krysten Mossburg competes in the long jump Libby Invite April 18.
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Tennis Briones
Walter Briones vs. Max Smyley of Whitefish at No. 1 singles May 9.
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Tennis Brant Jason
Jason Brant teamed with Colin Maloney divisionals tennis vs. Polson's Chowning and Mercer.
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Tennis Brant
Jason Brant, left, and Colin Maloney divisionals tennis vs. Polson's Chowning and Mercer.
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Tennis Hudson
Kaylene Hudson vs. Polson's Marlee Congdon tennis divisionals May 15.
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Baseball Dugout
Wood bat tournament vs. Missoula Pioneers May 8.
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Council Raines
Dejon Raines, Libby City Councilwoman
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Wreck ATV
Sheriff's Deputy Brad Dodson surveys the wreckage of the 2010 Polaris Ranger XP800E Tuesday morning. The accident occurred at the .60 mile marker on Pipe Creek Road.
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Tennis Briones
Walter Briones vs. Max Smiley of Whitefish at No. 1 singles May 9.
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Tennis Wood
Cody Wood vs. Nathan Fauth of Whitefish May 9.
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Tennis Oliveira
Anna Oliveira vs. Emma Claire Spring of Whitefish May 9.
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Baseball Winslow
Second baseman Jared Winslow second out top of fifth on a throw from the shortstop, first half of an attempted double play vs. Missoula Pioneers May 8.
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Baseball Haggerty
Luke Haggerty pitching top of first vs. Missoula Pioneers during Loggertown Wood Bat Classic May 8.
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Baseball Lane
Missoula Pioneers' Koahl DeShazer gets caught in a rundown by shortstop Dylon Lane second out top of one May 8.
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Track Enyeart
Stetson Enyeart 100-meter dash Kalispell dual May 7.
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Tennis Hawthorne
Singles tennis with Dani Hawthorne during Libby Invite April 25.
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Tennis Thom
Braydan Thom paired with Erik Lauer vs. Bigfork's George Gibson and Ben Russell May 1.
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Tennis Cano
Giovanni Cano teamed with Gabe Peck vs. Bigfork's George Gibson and Ben Russell at No. 2 doubles May 1.
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Mine Three
Brett McCully, left, Denver Winslow and Tina Oliphant. Montanore Mine tour May 5.
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Caboose
Curtis Olds taping off a window of the Burlington Northern caboose Tuesday afternoon in preparation for a new paint job.
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Tennis Freund
Brylee Freund was paired with A.J. Faur vs. James Cope and Niko Icardo of Clark Fork in doubles action Tuesday afternoon.
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Tennis Faur
A.J. Faur was paired with Brylee Freund vs. James Cope and Niko Icardo of Clark Fork in doubles action Tuesday.
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Tennis Peck
Gabe Peck was teamed with Giovanni Cano vs. Bigfork's George Gibson and Ben Russell at No. 2 doubles May 1.
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Tennis Alspaw
Katie Alspaw vs. Bigfork's Abby Fraley at No. 4 singles May 1.
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Top 10 Meet
Bradey Wilson competes in the 1600-meter during Libby Invite Saturday.
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Tennis Stecher
Singles tennis with Kaylee Stecher vs. Superior's Alise Ruthford April 28.
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Tennis Brown
Taylor Brown paired with Azure Stever vs. Superior's Lenaya Simpson and Sammy Francis in doubles action April 28.
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Tennis Walters
Molly Walters vs. Superior's Mackenzie Spence in singles action April 28.
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Ducks Jeresek Family
Kriss Jeresek, left, Jinnifer Jeresek Mariman, Hadley Mariman, Jacob Jeresek, Jeni Jeresek, Jon Jeresek and Gabe Mariman. Brass plaque reads: Thank you to the Jeresek family of Jon, Kriss, Jinnifer and Jacob for 30 years of unselfish dedication and contributions to wetlands and waterfowl conservation. Kootenai Valley Ducks Unlimited, April …
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Softball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher lets one go by...high and outside vs. Polson April 23.
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Tennis Hudson
Kaylene Hudson vs. Brooklyn Hunt of St. Ignatius at tennis tourney Saturday.
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Tennis Beard
Doubles tennis saw CJ Beard and Craig Helmrick of Troy vs. Coleman Taylor and Caleb Koble at Saturday's invitational tennis tourney.
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Tennis Demmendaal
Doubles tennis saw Michael Demmendaal and Noah Caballero of Troy vs. Jamie Mullins and Steven Bravo of St. Ignatius at Saturday's invitational tennis tourney.
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Libby Invitational
Noxon's Bethanie Ulrick competes in the long jump, Libby Invite April 18.
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Softball Mound
Pitcher's mound discussion with Mahalah Wedel, left, Auria Benefield, Rachel Rebo, Hannah England and Dayln Germany.
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Softball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher sends one out of the park on the 1-0 pitch scoring herself and Abby Ennenga bottom of third inning. Sets the score at 3-1 Libby over Flathead. Ball hit the outfield fence and bounced into Fire Chief Tom Wood's truck. High five with Coach Dean Thompson as she …
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Fire Swanson Ben
Ben Swanson's 2008 Super Duty Ford pickup catches fire by Strawberry Patch April 18.
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Track Mossberg
Girls 400-meter relay with Krysten Mossberg, left and Kaylee Kronsperger.
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Track Johnson
Leadoff man Dominic Voorhies hands off to Collin Johnson in the 400-meter relay Saturday.
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Track Coldwell
Allie Coldwell long jump competition Libby Invite April 18.
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Fire Swanson
Ben Swanson looks over the remains of his 2008 Ford Super Duty after Saturday's fire. (Parked in the turnout across the road from the Strawberry Patch, aprox. mile marker 26.)
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Track Lane
Dylon Lane competes in the long jump, Libby Invite April 18.
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Softball Carr
First baseman Kylie Carr with the third out bottom of third inning on a throw from shortstop Aurora Becquart vs. Loyola. Second game of a doubleheader Saturday, April 18.
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Soccer Webster Two
Soccer Coach Charlie Webster smiles after his team shut out Belgrade 2-0 for the state championship Oct. 30, 2010.
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Soccer Webster
Soccer practice Aug. 16, 2014 with soccer Coach Charlie Webster.
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National Honor Society 2015 inductees include Bridger Herried, left, Niklaus Neumann, Ana-Stacia Howendobler, Gabe Peck, Colin Maloney, Cody Wood, McKenzie Cosgriff and Tucker Zimmerman.
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Softball Monigold
Madisen Monigold with a base hit bottom of first inning vs. Eureka. Lady Loggers prevail 13-5 in five innings, 4-11-15.
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Softball Benefield
Dayln Germany exchanges high-fives with Auria Benefield prior to batting vs. Eureka with Benefield on deck. April 11, 2015
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Habitat Holm
Jennifer Holm, left, breaks ground as her daughter Jazmine Holm and Rachel Elliott look on, Saturday, April 11.
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Little Guy Yeadon
Brooke Yeadon proudly displays the Little Guy Western Montana Championship First Place plaque Thursday afternoon at Libby High School.
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Softball Libby
Top row from left: Asst. Coach Ruth Fenn, Asst. Coach Jeremy Hageness, Mgr. McKenzie Williams, Hannah England, Rachel Rebo, Mahalah Wedel, Auria Benefield, Staci Regh, Devon Gallagher, Dayln Germany, Bailie Rosling, Coach Dean Thompson and Bat Boy Trey Thompson. Front row from left: Mgr. Jonny Cielak, Mgr. Sage Friss, Jordan …
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Royalty 2015
Nordicfest 2015 royalty with Jonny Cielak, left, Lily Feeback, Duane Williams, Peggy Williams, Lee Bothman and Rhonda Bothman.
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Softball Wedel
Mahalah Wedel grounds out to first scoring Madisen Monigold bottom of first inning vs. Whitefish 4-7-15.
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Softball Germany
Dayln Germany takes one to the midsection for a trip to first base loading the bases bottom of first inning vs. Whitefish Tuesday. Lady Loggers over Lady Bulldogs 26-0.
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Softball Rebo
Rachel Rebo smacks a double bottom of first inning vs. Whitefish 4-7-15.
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Easter McLeod Bob
Troy Chief of Police Bob McLeod negotiates the bubblegum frosting as he judges the cupcake contest during Troys Easter egg hunt Saturday at Roosevelt Park.
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Easter Clark
Candy Clark shows off her bunny ears during the Troy Easter egg hunt at Roosevelt Park Saturday.
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Easter Stanton
Lyric Stanton 2 left, and her brother Eric Stanton 3 take inventory of their Easter baskets Saturday during Troy's Easter egg hunt at Roosevelt Park.
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Easter Kelso
Kyran Kelso displays the last in Easter fashion Saturday at Troy's Easter egg hunt.
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Easter McLeod
Parker McLeod, 5, squints as Rainy Roth applies his "bunny face" during a face painting session at Troy's Easter egg hunt Saturday.
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Easter Hedrick
Lily Hedrick, 5, getting her face painted by Debi Becquart during Troy Easter egg hunt Saturday.
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Play Faur
Act two, scene three of Troy High School's production of "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten" with Kasey Fauer, left, Michael Demmendaal and Noah Erickson.
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Trotters
Leah Thompson bases loaded base hit scores two bottom of second inning, second of a doubleheader vs. Troy on 3-27-15.
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Tennis Brown
Allie Brown vs. Libby's Kaylene Hudson at no. one singles March 27.
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Tennis Briones
Walter Briones vs. Troy's Dominic Chiaverini at no. 1 singles March 27, 2015.
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Tennis Chiaverini
Dominic Chiaverini vs. Libby's Walter Briones at no. one singles March 27, 2015.
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Tennis Hudson
Kaylene Hudson vs. Troy's Allie Brown in no. one singles March 27, 2015.
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Softball Jordan
Left fielder Cheyenne Jordan, left, meets centerfielder Tana Thill and comes up with the out despite the collision. Second out bottom of first inning second of a double header vs. Plains.
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Softball Tunison
Great play by catcher Lexi Tunison for the first out top of the fifth in the first game of a doubleheader Friday vs. Plains.
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Softball Becquart
Shortstop Aurora Becquart puts the tag on Jena Peterson for the third out top of third first of a doubleheader vs. Plains March 27, 2015.
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Pool Youso
Cheryl Rosean, right, gets a hug from Bill Youso after defeating Madalina Moreno, left, during action at the Tom Scott Memorial Pool Tournament at the VFW Saturday.
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Glenn Dobbs, Sept. 28, 2011, rally in Chamber parking lot.
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Tennis Beard
It was CJ Beard and Craig Helmrick vs. Niko Icardo and Derek Lowry of Clark Fork in doubles scrimmage action Tuesday afternoon.
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Tennis Stecher
Tuesday's rain-shortened scrimmage saw Kaylee Stecher vs. Clark Fork's Audrey Young in singles action.
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Tennis Helmrick
It was Craig Helmrick teamed with CJ Beard vs. Niko Icardo and Derek Lowry of Clark Fork in doubles scrimmage action Tuesday afternoon.
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Moore Nelson
Ed Nelson of Mark's Magic Carpet patches a wall in preparation for the installation of vinyl wainscoting.
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Track Gruber
Emma Gruber (7th grade) middle school track meet May 2, 2014.
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Track Troy
Brylee Freund, left, Ashley Neely, Coach Jeff Hawk, Noah Erickson, Sean Opland, Ryan Suber, Calvin Kelso, Trinity Rice, Michael Demmendaal, Michael Miller, Noah Caballero, Gabe Hickman, Sarah Pierce, Sami Rohrich, Ty Hight, Makayla Osterberg, Mason Chapel, Olivia Roach, Nathan Olds, Andrea Mack, Coach Neil Newton, Tucker Winn. Not pictured: Pate …
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Track Libby
Back row from left: Sam Lowry, Nik Gier, Caleb Hooper, Tanner DeHaven, Billy Topaz, Jonathan Miller, Justin Christiansen, Cooper Brown, Luke Adamson, Dalton Brown, Brandon Sadewasser, Dominic Voorhies, Logan Nelson, Tucker Zimmerman, Trevor Sackett. Middle row from left: Marlena Urvater, Kacie Berget, Miguel Hernandez, Gavy Oliver, Jessica Miller, Lauren Burrell, …
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Track Roach
Olivia Roach, leads off in girls 400-meter relay.
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Track Stevenson
Shyla Stevenson competes in javelin Saturday during the Libby Invite April 26, 2014.
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Track Opland
Sean Opland clears 6'4" in the high jump Saturday during the Libby Invite April 26, 2014.
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Tennis Brown
Ally Brown vs. Bigfork's Kalia Wicklund at No. 1 singles May 2, 2014.
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Tennis Wood
Cody Wood, partnered with his cousin Jason Schnackenberg in No. 1 doubles vs. Columbia Falls 4-29-14.
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Tennis Beard
CJ Beard teamed with Alex Day vs. James Cope and Jacob Edstrom of Clark Fork at No. 2 doubles May 6, 2014.
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Flower Creek Dam at 2:44 p.m. Monday, March 16.
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Outhouse
Nick Whiteman of LVFD douses the last few embers of the porta-potty fire at J. Neils Park Monday morning.
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Hunter Safety Osborn
Alan Osborn reviews the parts of a lever action rifle during the Hunter Safety class Tuesday evening at Troy High School.
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Hunter Safety Class
Twenty-two students were present Tuesday for the first day of Hunter Safety class with instructors Alan Osborn, left, David Helmrick and Gary Britton.
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Klepfer
Eric Klepfer- President/Principal - Mining Engineer, Klepfer Mining Services LLC. Meeting at Treasure Mountain Casino Feb. 26, 2015.
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Hunter Safety Becquart
Talise Becquart studies a buffalo horn during Hunter Safety Class at Troy High School Tuesday evening.
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Students of Month
Hunter Safety day one with David Helmrick. With a class of 22 present Tuesday, Helmrick reviews the various parts of a bolt action rifle.
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Hunter Safety Helmrick
Hunter Safety day one with David Helmrick. With a class of 22 present Tuesday, Helmrick reviews the various parts of a bolt action rifle.
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Destiny Three
Destiny Tallmadge cheering Jan. 23, 2010.
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Softball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher base hit bottom of the fourth sends Mahalah Wedel to second vs. Polson.
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Softball Ennenga
First baseman Abby Ennenga third out top of the seventh on a throw from pitcher Staci Regh vs. Polson.
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Softball Regh
Junior Staci Regh's base hit scores 1 (10-0 Loggers) bottom of the 4th vs. Timberlake Tigers 4-5-14
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Little Guy Hermes
Marcus Hermes looks to make his move on Caleb Mee of Columbia Falls in the Beginner 65 class Saturday during the Kootenai Klassic Little Guy wrestling tournament.
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Marcus Hermes looks to make his move on Caleb Mee of Columbia Falls in the Beginner 65 class as his father Chris looks on Saturday during the Kootenai Klassic Little Guy wrestling tournament.
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Little Guy Thom
In the Beginner 60 weight class Libby's Ian Thom, 7, works to pin Tyler Jorgenson, 6, of Kalispell during Saturday's Kootenai Klassic Little Guy wrestling tournament.
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RSVP Luncheon
RSVP luncheon with Loretta Mari, left, Pam Peppenger, Gary Huntsberger and John Knudson.
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Kyle Leir by pin in first period vs Whitefish at 145
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Tennis Day
Alex Day teamed with CJ Beard vs. James Cope and Jacob Edstrom of Clark Fork at No. 2 doubles May 6, 2014.
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Tennis Brown
Ally Brown vs. Bigfork's Kalia Wicklund at No. 1 singles May 2, 2014.
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Baseball Winslow
Ace pitcher Jared Winslow pitching top of the sixth vs Rangers first of a doubleheader 5-28-13. Seventeen years old and seventeen strikeouts in this game.
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Compact Chas
Sen. Chas Vincent explaining the Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes Water Compact during Tuesday's forum at Maki Theater.
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Compact Hall
Rita Hall of Olney speaking with Sen. Chas Vincent prior to Tuesday's forum regarding the Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes Water Compact.
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Rifle
Savage Axis bolt action rifle chambered for .223 Remington with Bushnell 3x9 scope. (Libby Sports Center)
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Rifle
Savage Axis bolt action rifle chambered for .223 Remington with Bushnell 3x9 scope. (Libby Sports Center)
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Softball Garrison
Brenna Garrison catching top of the fourth vs. Mission April 17.
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Little Guy Thompson
Battle of the six-year-olds with Teague Thompson, right (with his dad Dean Thompson looking on) vs. Rebel Crump at Peewee 45.
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Little Guy Powell
Troy's Connor Powell vs. Noah Kelley of Whitefish at Peewee 55. Connor was 3 for 5 on the day, not bad for a little guy.
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Give Back
Shopko Foundation awards $2,000 to the Libby School District with Jamie Abrahamson, left, Lila Simpson, Cindy Beaulieu, Shopko Manager Marion Craig, Mike Benda, Libby Elementary School Principal Ron Goodman, Cassidy Barber and Karen Warner.
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Hoops Jones
Senior guard Isaak Jones drives for the key past C-Falls' Ty Morgan second quarter Feb. 21, 2015.
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Hoops Downey
Freshman guard Kaitlyn Downey looks to pass vs. Thompson Falls Jan. 31, 2015. Lady Bluehawk Logan Beckman guarding.
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Hoops Craig
Lady Bronc Megan Delaney steals the ball away from Hailey Craig in third quarter vs. Frenchtown Feb. 7.
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Sarah Sullivan being arraigned before Judge James Wheelis 2-23-15.
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Hoops Craig
Hailey Craig looks to pass in fourth quarter vs. Columbia Falls 2-21-15.
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Hoops Adamson
Senior guard Luke Adamson drives the lane with Tyler Murphy in tow second quarter vs. Columbia Falls 2-21-15.
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Hoops Tallmadge
Senior guard Gage Tallmadge scores on a fade-away jumper in the first quarter vs. Mission Jan. 17.
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Hoops Coldwell
Freshman guard Allie Coldwell on her way to the hoop after stealing the ball in the third quarter vs. Thompson Falls. She draws a foul and goes two for two from the line. Lady Trojans fall 49-35.
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Hoops Coach Mee
Last time out with 5.1 seconds left on the clock and the score at 48-49 Mission, Saturday, Jan 17.
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Hoops Becquart
Freshman Aurora Becquart brings the ball down court fourth quarter vs. Plains 1-24-15 (Plains' Leah Thompson, right)
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Hoops Coach Mee
Last time out with 5.1 seconds left on the clock and the score at 48-49 Mission, Saturday, Jan 17.
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Hoops Winebark
Kolten Winebark looks to pass in first quarter vs. Eureka Friday, Feb 13. Brandon Conard left.
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Hoops Thomas
Olivia Thomas, left, and Taylor Brown were all smiles after defeating the Lady Lions 38-27 Friday evening.
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Hoops Winebark
Kolten Winebark looks to pass in first quarter vs. Eureka Friday, Feb 13. Brandon Conard left.
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IrishFair
James Hunter, left, and Rick Rubin of Floating Crowbar during Libby's 17th Annual Irish Fair.
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Hoops Maloney
Sam Hannay nearly has the ball stolen by Libby's Colin Maloney in second quarter vs Eureka Feb. 12.
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Outdoors Four
Fred Sichting, left, and Jim O'Neil on the way to Big Creek Baldy.
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Outdoors Five
Jim O'Neil on the way up to Big Creek Baldy.
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Hoops Tallmadge
Gage Tallmadge breaks away and fouled on his way to the hoop, one for two from the line third quarter vs. Bigfork.
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Hoops Olds
Brennan Olds receiving a pass from Mason Chapel in second quarter vs. Bigfork Feb. 6.
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Hoops Maloney
Colin Maloney, left, Collin Johnson, Jonny Cielak and Michael Curtiss celebrate after Johnson hit a buzzer-beating lay-up to defeat the Frenchtown Broncs 47-45.
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Hoops Curtiss
Senior Michael Curtiss pulls down a defensive rebound in the fourth quarter vs. Frenchtown Feb. 7.
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Hailey Craig passes to Shannon Reny in fourth quarter vs. Frenchtown Feb. 7.
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Hoops Craig
Lady Bronc Megan Delaney steals the ball away from Hailey Craig in third quarter vs. Frenchtown Feb. 7.
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Hoops Coldwell
Freshman guard Allie Coldwell drives on Bigfork's Mattison McAnally in second quarter.
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Hoops Brown
Allie Brown brings the ball down court in fourth quarter vs. Bigfork Friday evening. Lady Trojans 48, Vals 53.
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Hoops Becquart
Aurora Becquart looks to pass in second quarter with Bigfork's Marissa Hiza guarding Feb. 6.
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Hoops Adamson
Senior guard Luke Adamson drives past Frenchtown's Kyle Smith in fourth quarter. Loggers 47, Broncs 45.
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Wreck One
Ryland Branam of Motor Carrier Services, left, Brent Fitchett right, driver of the truck.
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Wreck
Ryland Branam of Motor Carrier Services, left, Brent Fitchett and Bob Henline.
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Watson receives award for heroism
Libby Police Sergeant Terry Watson receives commendations from the Libby Police Department and the Libby Volunteer Fire Department at the City Council meeting of Feb. 2. Watson was credited for saving the life of Dorothea Miner by pulling her from the porch of her burning home on Dec. 30, 2014. …
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Fire Chief Tom Wood, left, Terry Watson and Assistant Fire Chief Steve Lauer.
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Hoops Coldwell
Freshman guard Allie Coldwell on her way to the hoop after stealing the ball in the third quarter vs. Thompson Falls. She draws a foul and goes two for two from the line. Lady Trojans fall 49-35.
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Hoops Johnson
Senior guard Collin Johnson with Troy's Sean Opland in pursuit second quarter.
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Hoops Brown
Taylor Brown and Shyla Stevenson stretch for a loose ball in second quarter Friday evening. Lady Loggers over Lady Trojans 43-38.
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Hoops Chapel
Sophomore Mason Chapel drives on Collin Johnson in fourth quarter vs. Libby.
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Wrestle Young
Laine Young vs. Dillon Thorsteinson of Whitefish at 120.
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Wrestle Crum
Dean Thompson, left, Doug Crum and Kurt Spencer.
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Raines, Dejon
Dejon Raines, Libby City Councilwoman
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Sidewalk
Photo taken from the intersection of Balsam and Custer, south side looking west. Next street west is Gallatin
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Hoops Opland
Opening tip with Aaron Baker left and Sean Opland vs. Plains 1-24-15.
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Hoops Scott
Pate Scott holding Gage Tallmadge's cardboard head.
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Aurora Becquart fouled under the basket 1 for 2 from the line second quarter vs. Plains. Plains defenders Jade LaDeaux, left, Jessica Thompson and Carley Vonheeder.
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Hoops Becquart
Freshman Aurora Becquart brings the ball down court fourth quarter vs. Plains 1-24-15 (Plains' Leah Thompson, right)
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Garret Chapel vs. Polson at 182.
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Pate Scott holding Gage Tallmadge's cardboard head.
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Opening tip with Aaron Baker left and Sean Opland vs. Plains 1-24-15.
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Aurora Becquart fouled under the basket 1 for 2 from the line second quarter vs. Plains. Plains defenders Jade LaDeaux, left, Jessica Thompson and Carley Vonheeder.
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Photo taken from the intersection of Balsam and Custer, south side looking west. Next street west is Gallatin
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John G. Shanahan, President and CEO of Revett Minerals Inc.
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John G. Shanahan, President and CEO of Revett Minerals Inc.
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Hoops Wallace
Junior Trinity Wallace drives on Hailey Phillips in third quarter vs. Plains Friday, Jan. 16.
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Hoops Tallmadge
Senior guard Gage Tallmadge scores on a fade-away jumper in the first quarter vs. Mission Jan. 17.
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Hoops Coach Mee
Last time out with 5.1 seconds left on the clock and the score at 48-49 Mission, Saturday, Jan 17.
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Hoops Brown
Taylor Brown passing to Allie Brown in the first quarter vs. Mission Saturday.
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Hoops Cielak
Junior Jonny Cielak looks to pass with Ryan Ovitt guarding fourth quarter vs. Plains Friday, Jan 16.
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Hoops Becquart
Aurora Becquart passes to Allie Brown in third quarter vs. Mission Saturday, Jan. 17.
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Wrestle Team
Front row from left: Manager Gabrielle DeLeo, Mason Sams, Dylan Koehler, Manager Alma Casanova. Middle row from left: Tim Brivka, Laine Young, Dylan Parrish, Reed Christensen, Tanner Wood. Back row from left: Head Coach Kelly Morford, Zach Crace, Michael Miller, Garret Chapel, Alex Yeadon, Dylan Roby, Cody Kessel, Assistant Coach …
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Forest Plan
Commissioners Ron Downey, left, Tony Berget and State Rep. HD2 Mike Cuffe (R)
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Wrestle Roby
Dylan Roby vs. Frenchtown's Tyler Ishler at 132.
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Wrestle Young
Laine Young vs. Frenchtown's Dee Vang at 126.
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Hoops Opland
Junior forward Sean Opland drives on Zander Peterson in second quarter.
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Hoops Cielak
Junior guard Jonny Cielak passes to Colin Maloney second quarter vs. Troy, Mason Chapel left.
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Hoops Craig
Hailey Craig passes to Trinity Wallace third quarter vs. Troy, Allie Brown guarding.
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Taylor Brown looks to pass first quarter vs. Libby, Trinity Wallace guarding.
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Hoops Petersen
Zander Petersen passing to Jonny Cielak in the third quarter vs. Flathead Friday evening.
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Hoops Olds
Senior guard Brennan Olds passing vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars Dec. 11.
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Hoops Monigold
Madisen Monigold brings the ball down court on a Flathead turnover second quarter.
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Hoops Gallagher
Devon Gallagher, center, looks to pass iin 2nd quarter with Flathead's Mary Heaton, left and Sophie Asa right. Fouled by Heaton and 0 for 1 from the charity stripe.
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Hoops Lauer
Sophomore Erik Lauer under the basket fourth quarter vs. Flathead.
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Hoops Coldwell
Allie Coldwell drives around Stillwater's Adrianna Lambert Dec. 11.
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Fire Oedewaldt
Terry Oedewaldt, left, Rick Sonju and Roy Stanton work Wednesday on boarding up the home at 714 Mineral Ave. after Tuesday evening's fire. The home was built in 1921.
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LVFD's Scott Beagle checks on the house at 714 Mineral Ave. Wednesday after Tuesday night's fire.
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Winners
LVA's Vincent Brown, left, Jr. Johnson winner of the Arctic Cat 90 and Rick Breiland of Northwest Motorsports.
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Oath Group
Mike Cole, left, Jay Sheffield, Roby Bowe, Bernard Cassidy, Nancy Trotter-Higgins, Mark Peck, Greg Larson and Robin Benson.
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Turner Sheron
Dan Koestler, left, and Sam Sheron of Whitefish are first to board the ski lift kicking off Turner Mountain's 2014-15 season.
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Nic Robertson, opening day at Turner. Breezy with nine degrees at the bottom and minus two at the top.
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Tom Ostrowski opening day at Turner Mountain.
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Opening day at Turner with Anaiah Lelm, left, and Nathan Lelm, visiting from Hawaii. (ages 5 and 3 respectively)
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Turner Lift
The first group of skiers heads to the top to kick off the Turner Mountain 2014-15 ski season.
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Whitefish residents Dan Koestler, left, and Sam Sheron are the first ones on the lift to kick off the 2014-15 Turner Mountain ski season.
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Skidale Barber
Wintertime fun at Ski-Dale hill with Cassidy, top, Alex and Nolan Barber Sunday afternoon.
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Alex, left, and Nolan Barber had a fabulous time on Ski-Dale hill Sunday afternoon.
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Light Contest
The home of Barbara Pence and Paul Olson, first place winners in Troy's inaugural Christmas Light Contest. (3,500+ lights)
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Wrestle Crace
Zach Crace vs. Wyatt Green of Columbia Falls Dec. 18.
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Tennis Blocks
Dressing up Troy's tennis courts Thursday, Dec. 18.
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Hoops Offenbecher
Libby's Jeffrey Offenbecher heads down court on a fast break in the first half vs. Troy Saturday. Libby over Troy 45-35.
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Wrestle Miller
Referee Scott Erickson slaps the mat signifying a pin for Michael Miller over C-Falls' Dale Meyer at 170.
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BBall Gallagher
Devon Gallagher drives on Katie Fyall in first quarter vs. Whitefish. Gallagher started the scoring with a 3-pointer.
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Concert Jitters
Getting rid of the pre-concert jitters.
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Concert Hock
Flautist Matthew Hock, sixth grade band member Morrison Elementary's Winter Concert.
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Concert Gravier
The 6th grade band played three numbers: Frere Jacques, Ode to Joy and the last one, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, was in memory of Maria Hawk. Back row from left: Collin Stecher, Emma Anderson Front row from left: Deanna Gravier, Ashley Pattie, Hayley Guinard.
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Concert Garrison
Mrs. Huntsberger's kindergarteners sang "Jingle Bells" and "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer" during Morrison Elementary's Winter Concert Tuesday evening. With Jacob Garrison, left, Addyson Fisher and Kyleigh Osterberg.
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Concert Cole
Mr. Rogers' third graders sang "Suzy Snowflake" and "Sleigh Ride." with Riley Cole, left and Kiara Thrasher.
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BBall Roach
Olivia Roach passes to Allie Coldwell in second quarter vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars 12-11-14.
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Junior Sean Opland pulls down a defensive rebound first quarter vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars 12-11-14. BJ Bach, right.
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Santa Viergutz
Shaelyne Viergutz, 9, receives a Christmas cookie from Tickle Me Elmo (Cynthia Curtiss).
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Santa Spencer
Three-year-old Taylor Spencer was fascinated by the model trains during Santa's visit at the VFW Friday evening.
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Bryauna Slenes, 7, chats with one of Santa's many elves (Jessica Miller).
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Haley Peterson, 5, receives a Christmas cookie from Tickle Me Elmo (Cynthia Curtiss).
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Three-year-old Elry Hall was fascinated by the model trains during Santa's visit at the VFW Friday evening.
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Three-month-old Kenley Delarosa stops by the VFW for a visit with Mrs. Claus Friday evening after the tree lighting ceremony.
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Santa Burger
Hotel Libby's Gail Burger lights the Christmas tree at the end of Mineral Avenue Friday evening.
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Cop Shop Bowe
Sheriff Roby Bowe helps 8-year-old second-grader Lexi Afseth pick out a necklace for her mom at Hometown Variety Thursday during Shop with a Cop Day.
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Talon Miguel, left, gets acquainted with his shopping partner Deputy Cathy Ruddock during Shop With a Cop day Thursday at Libby Elementary.
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Cop Shop Afseth
Sheriff Roby Bowe, left, wanders the aisles of Hometown Variety with 8-year-old second-grader Lexi Afseth, right, as Chelsea Bowe keeps the budget, during Shop with a Cop Day Thursday.
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Hawk Two
John Fossen, left, and Maria Hawk in Troy High School's production of "Ducktails and Bobbysox," March 25, 2014.
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John Fossen, left, Maria Hawk and Anada Jones in Troy High School's production of "Ducktails and Bobbysox," March 25, 2014.
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Tree Two
Allie Carr, 10, requests a Nerf bow and arrow during Troy's Christmas tree lighting and meet and greet Santa and Mrs. Claus Saturday evening in downtown Troy.
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Tree Three
Mayor Darren Coldwell flips the breakers lighting Troy's enormous Christmas tree0
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Tree Seven
Six-year-old Alyson Welch puts in her request for LEGO Friends.
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Tree One
Santa listens intently as 6-year-old Kylie Cole whispers in his ear what she would like for Christmas. (a CD player and a CD)
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Three-year-old Dexter Stubbs asks Santa for a Thomas the Train and Percy during Troy's annual Christmas tree lighting.
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Brooklynn Reid, 6, keeps warm by the fire Saturday during Troy's Community Christmas Tree Lighting event.
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Dozens of children lined up to express to Santa their Christmas wishes at the Troy Tree Lighting on Nov. 29. While the event’s name focuses on the tradition of lighting the town’s enormous pine tree, the spotlight was all on Santa Claus as he arrived in a fire engine.
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Tree Eight
Carolers sing classic holiday songs at the Troy Christmas Tree Lighting event Nov. 29. Downtown Troy was abustle Saturday evening where participants warmed themselves by open fires and games were played. Popcorn, hot cocoa, coffee and cookies were provided. As soon as Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived the tree was …
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Wreck River Road
1497 River Road wreck north side of the road between 1 and 2 mile markers 7 a.m. Nov. 25, 2014. Scott Beagle, left, Craig Schultz, center.
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Peck, Mark
Mark Peck, candidate for county commissioner.
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Open House Mtn Medos
Cookie in hand, Cynthia Curtiss signs up for one of the drawings during the open house at Mountain Meadows Saturday.
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Open House Carol
Open House at Mountain Meadows Saturday with Carol Cady, left, and Sherry Beagle.
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Open House Antler Tree
Pam Lance ogles the gift baskets at Antler Tree Nursery Saturday during their holiday open house.
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Volleyball Wedel
Mahalah Wedel dig vs. Whitefish 11-7-14.
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KVCS
Mrs. Sulak's kindergarten and first grade students Logan Covey, left, Tristan DeShazer, Jillian Stewart, Lily Tankersley, Lauren Wood, Hadleigh Wood and Cody Watson work on the owl projects at Kootenai Valley Christian School Thursday morning.
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Construction
Noble Excavating's roller operator Bill Boykin.
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Basketball Johnson
Junior guard Collin Johnson scores on a layup in first quarter vs. Whitefish 12-21-13.
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Basketball Gallagher
Junior Devon Gallagher lays it up for 2 in the first quarter Saturday evening vs. Whitefish. The Lady Loggers prevail 49-30. 12-21-13
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Basketball Roach
Olivia Roach on the drive in third quarter vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars 12-12-13.
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Basketball Tallmadge
A wild Gage Tallmadge drives in, shot won't go, 4th quarter with 6 minutes remaining vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars, 12-12-13.
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Sheffield, Jay
Justice of the Peace Jay Sheffield rides in the Nordicfest parade Sept. 13, 2014.
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Volleyball Moe
Hailley Moe, left, and Staci Regh blocking third set vs. Whitefish Friday.
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Devon Gallagher kill shot third set vs. Whitefish Friday.
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Justice of the Peace Jay C. Sheffield
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Vote Schnackenberg
Steve Schnackenberg preparing to vote Tuesday at the VFW.
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Dog Two
Sandy Gerber helps with unloading Wednesday.
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Dog Three
Dog Is My Copilot logo on the taie of Peter Rork's plane.
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Dog Six
Dog Is My Copilot's Peter Rork preparing to take off for Polson, his last stop Wednesday.
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Dog One
Karen Naulty gets a "kiss" from "Chula" Wednesday at Libby Airport.
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Dog Four
Dog Is My Copilot plane landing at Libby Airport Wednesday, Nov. 5.
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Dog Five
Sandy Gerber, left, and Karen Naulty say hello to their adopted dog "Chula" Wednesday at Libby Airport.
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Vote Herrmann
Murder at the Red Dog author John Herrmann signs in Tuesday as Precinct 10 Supervisor Patricia King looks on.
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Volleyball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher tips it over between defenders in second set vs. Polson Saturday.
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Elect Watson
Clarence "Corky" Watson, left and Abbie Endicott
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Elect Langston
Stormy Langston, candidate for Justice of the Peace.
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Elect Sheffield
Checking the numbers with Jay Sheffield left, and Ken Rayome.
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Undersheriff Brent Faulkner, left, and Sheriff Roby Bowe at amublance barn Tuesday evening.
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Elect Bowe
Brent Faulkner, left, and Roby Bowe undersheriff and sheriff of Lincoln County respectively watch election return results at Libby Ambulance Barn Tuesday evening.
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Elect Benson
Robin Benson, left, and Chas Vincent at Venture Motor Inn.
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Elect Bennett
Jerry Bennett, left, and Mike Cuffe at Venture Motor Inn Tuesday awaiting election returns on Fox News Live. (Rep. Jerry Bennett HD1/Rep. Mike Cuffe HD2)
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Volleyball Roach
Olivia Roach gently tips it over in first set vs. Plains during the District 7B Volleyball Tournament held at Troy's Activity Center Saturday.
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Volleyball Germany
Dayln Germany and Coach Cindy Ostrem-Johnston share a moment during senior night Saturday.
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Volleyball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher tips it over between defenders in second set vs. Polson Saturday.
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Volleyball Downey
Freshman Kaitlyn Downey passing in third set vs. Plains during the Distirct 7B Volleyball Tournament at Troy's Activity Center Saturday. Troy falls 25-17, 25-9, 25-13.
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Volleyball Becquart
Freshman Aurora Becquart sends it over the net in the third set during the District 7B Volleyball Tournament Saturday.
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Volleyball Gallagher
Dayln Germany, left, Coach Cindy Ostrem-Johnston and Coach Tom Gallagher react to the Lady Loggers' sweep of Frenchtown in three Saturday: 26-24, 25-17, 25-13.
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Gun Winner
Robb MacDonald, left, presents Tom Paulsen with a Savage Model 11 rifle chambered in .243 Winchester and topped with a 3x9 variable power Nikon scope. Paulsen was the lucky winner during JB's Tire customer appreciation days celebrating their 27th anniversary.
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Cafe Two
Dave Teska, left, and Ella Teska in front of their newly acquired Big Sky Cafe.
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Cafe One
Troy's Big Sky Cafe with Amy Farmer, left, Marsha Stindt and Dave Teska.
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Deer Howard
Colton Howard had a very good day Friday, Oct. 17.
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Hunt Tab Three
Tom Lawson with a 4x4 mule deer Nov. 21, 2012.
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Hunt Tab Two
Brad Mohr is all smiles Monday morning after downing a moose in Area 101 with a 30-06. Nov. 12, 2012
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Volleyball Moe
Hailley Moe kill shot first set vs. Flathead Oct. 18.
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Short
Darren Short, write-in candidate for sheriff.
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Clark
Candidate for sheriff of Lincoln County Bill Clark during Logger Days parade June 28, 2014.
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Zinke
Congressional candidate Ryan Zinke speaks with Mick Shea during a meet and greet at the Venture Motor Inn Monday morning.
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Volleyball Craig
Hailey Craig kill shot vs. Flathead Oct. 18.
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Volleyball Time Out
Time out during first set. Libby takes it 25-18.
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Soccer Yakovenko
Junior defender Bohdan Yakovenko, left, and Alex Garate of Columbia Falls Oct. 4
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Football Opland
Sean Opland on the carry vs. Bigfork Oct. 3.
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Construct One
Noble Excavating's Shad Haugen at left in the grader and Bill Boykin in the roller.
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Construct Two
Noble Excavating's roller operator Bill Boykin.
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Volleyball Team
Lady Trojans react after taking a 25-22 third match vs. Plains with Tana Thill, left, Sami Rohrich, Aurora Becquart, Olivia Roach and Rebecca Rotolo.
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Volleyball Johnston
Pregame warmups vs. Troy Sept. 16.
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Volleyball Downey
Kaitlyn Downey passing second match vs. Plains Oct. 11.
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Turkey Hock
Jennifer Hock tagged a turkey Oct. 1. (girls hunt too)
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Spirit Stick
Troy High School student body president Zoe Lowry, right, presents the spirit stick to homecoming king and queen seniors Pate Scott and Brenna Garrison Saturday evening at Troy's Activity Center.
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Soccer Briones
Two goals on the day for senior forward Walter Briones vs. Polson.
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Football Seniors
Last time on the home field for these seniors with Zach Crace, left, David Winter, Cooper Brown, Gage Cichosz, Dylon Lane, Michael Curtiss, Isaak Jones and Austin Marshall.
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FootballLauer
Sophomore Erik Lauer kickoff return third quarter vs. Polson.
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Football Crace
Senior Zach Crace to the Libby 39-yard line with Polson's Walter Wood and Jacob Harrod on the tackle first quarter.
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Volleyball Bench
Ashley Walker, left, Bailie Rosling and Devon Gallagher vs. Troy Sept. 2
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Soccer Briones
Walter Briones, right, gets a celebratory hug from Cody Wood after scoring with 34:50 remaining on the first half clock vs. Bigfork.
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Win Seven
McKenna Krueger blocking in the third vs. Troy 10-2-14 McKenna Krueger blocking in the third vs. Troy 10-2-14
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Golf Cielak 10-7-14
Jonny Cielak studies the green on No. 2, a 356-yard par four during Libby Invite Sept. 12
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Volleyball Ace
Bench explodes on a fifth set ace with Rebecca Rotolo, left, Tana Thill and Sami Rohrich vs. Noxon Oct. 2.
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Soccer Reny
Keeper Shannon Reny was first through the tunnel after a hard-fought battle with the Wildkats that ended in a 0-0 tie Saturday at Logger Stadium.
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Football Lauer
Erik Lauer, left, and Logan Nelson go high and low tackling Frenchtown's Cole Allen in fourth quarter.
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Football Johnson
Junior Cody Johnson charges down field after intercepting a Bigfork pass in the first quarter Friday night.
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Volleyball Becquart
Sophomore Aurora Becquart third game vs. Thompson Falls Sept. 30. (9-25, 20-25, 6-25)
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Volleyball Moe
Hailley Moe, left and Staci Regh preparing to block vs. Whitefish Sept. 13.
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Soccer Creighton
Freshman stopper Abigail Creighton second half vs. Whitefish 9-20-14.
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Volleyball Stewart
Junior Cierra Stewart blocks vs. Whitefish Sept. 13.
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Soccer Yakovenko
Junior defender Bohdan Yakovenko first half vs. Whitefish 9-20-14.
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Reading
Senior Hailey Craig reading "Too Many Toys" Monday to Mrs. Foss's first-grade class with sophomore Brandon Sadewasser. Afterward there was a question and answer period where first-graders were able to ask what it was like to be in high school.
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Mustache Kyes
Freshman Shannon Kyes shows off her homecoming mustache during lunch at Libby High School Monday.
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Football Jones
Senior Isaak Jones on the carry second quarter vs. Bonners Ferry Aug. 30.
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Football Johnson
Junior Cody Johnson on the carry to the Ronan 29 fourth quarter Sept. 12, 2014.
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Elks Two
"Workin' Slow and Steady" sculpture donated by Moore Oil Company was one of the many items auctioned off at the 28th Annual Big Game Banquet of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Saturday evening at the Memorial Center. (Gary Morningstar 12 year RMEF volunteer)
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Elks Three
Amy and Tony Fanozzi look over the items available on the silent auction table during the 28th Annual Big Game Banquet of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Saturday evening at the Memorial Center
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Elks One
"Through the Aspens," was one of the many items auctioned off at the 28th Annual Big Game Banquet of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Saturday evening at the Memorial Center. (Gary Morningstar)
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Soccer Coldwell
Allie Coldwell left, vs. Laurel's Raquel Jimenez second half Sept. 12.
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Short
Darren Short, write-in candidate for sheriff.
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Clark
Candidate for sheriff of Lincoln County Bill Clark during Logger Days parade June 28, 2014.
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Volleyball Ace
Ace jube with Devon Gallagher, left, India Croucher and Bailie Rosling vs. Whitefish Sept. 13.
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Soccer Yakovenko
Junior defender Bohdan Yakovenko first half vs. Whitefish 9-20-14.
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Soccer Moeller
In youth soccer Saturday morning it was the Troy Traumatizers over the Libby Green Machine 4-0 with Libby's Billie Jo Moeller controlling the ball.
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Soccer Creighton
Freshman stopper Abigail Creighton second half vs. Whitefish 9-20-14.
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Soccer Lucas
Freshman Tyler Lucas on a pass from Bryant Reis first half vs. Whitefish 9-20-14.
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Football Winter
Senior David Winter with a gain of five in the second quarter vs. Stevensville Friday evening. Libby loses a squeaker, 25-22.
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Football Opland 092314
Junior Sean Opland on the carry first quarter vs. Ronan Sept. 12.
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Football Fans
Greetings from the end zone fans vs. Stevensville Friday night.
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Volleyball Libby
Pregame huddle vs. Troy Sept. 16.
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Short
Darren Short, write-in candidate for sheriff.
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Ignite Howe
Jaxson Howe, right, holding the Igniters Humanitarian Award won by his father Eric Howe, left, for saving the life of his girl friend and three-year-old son Jaxson in the Dec. 11, 2013 fire at Pine Tree Plaza in Troy. He also risked his life by reentering the burning building to …
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Golf Cielak
Jonny Cielak tees off on No. 2, a 356-yard par 4 during Libby Invitational Sept. 12
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Volleyball Stewart
At the net blocking with Cierra Stewart, left, and Hailey Craig third game vs. Whitefish Sept. 13, 2014
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Volleyball Moe
At the net blocking with Hailley Moe, left, and Staci Regh third game vs. Whitefish Sept. 13, 2014.
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Soccer Wood
Midfielder Cody Wood scoring in the first half vs. Laurel Friday.
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Soccer Reny
Shannon Reny and Laurel's Rylee Schultz compete for possession in second half Friday afternoon.
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Soccer Cody
Cody Wood controls the ball in first half vs. Laurel Friday.
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Soccer Ennenga
Nice save by sophomore keeper Abby Ennenga on a penalty kick in first half vs. Laurel Friday.
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Nordic Troll
Nordicfest trolls, they're really scary!
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Nordic Pipers
Nordicfest, with the Highland Pipers of Kalispell.
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Nordic Highland
Nordicfest, with the Highland Pipers of Kalispell.
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Nordic Murchie
Libby's Jana Murchie, left, and her sister Karla Yungk visiting from south Florida, look over the jewelry of Tamarack Mountain Design at the craft show Saturday.
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Nordic Hall
Colton Hall, age 4, gathers candy during the Nordicfest Parade.
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Nordic Carney
Eileen Carney and Bob Castaneda aboard the Heritage Museum's '17 T-Model Ford touring.
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Golf Cielak
Jonny Cielak third stroke on No. 1, a 475-yard par 5.
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Football Scott
Excellent pass coverage by Pate Scott in the third quarter vs. Ronan. Intended reciever was Cole Snyder.
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Football Opland
Sean Opland scores late in the fourth quarter leaving 50.9 seconds on the clock. Conversion was unsuccessful, Trojans fall to Chiefs 28-6.
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Football Johnson
Junior Cody Johnson on the carry to the Ronan 29 fourth quarter Sept. 12, 2014.
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Tankers
Oil tankers being transported through Troy.
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Peppenger, Pam
Pam Peppenger during Nordicfest Sept. 12, 2013
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Golf Stewart
Senior Hanna Stewart gets a few pointers from Coach Dann Rohrer prior to teeing off during practice Aug. 28.
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Football Opland
Sean Opland catches some air during practice Aug. 25.
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Shay Locomotive Two
Heritage Museum committee member Robert Viergutz displays a map of the Libby Unorganized Mining District showing the rail line used by 4 Spot to haul ore for the Lukens and Hazel Mine.
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Shay Locomotive
Aboard the 1906 Shay locomotive known as "4 Spot" are Heritage Museum committee members Ken Beckstrom, left, Robert Viergutz, Terry Peck and Ron Carter.
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Ace
Ace Hardware employees Michelle Lamey and Aaron Smith take an inventory in the new section of the store formerly occupied by Hometown Variety.
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Volleyball Rotolo
Senior Rebecca Rotolo setting in third game vs. Libby 9-2-14
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Volleyball England
Senior Hannah England setting in second game vs. Troy 9-2-14
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Football Winter
David Winter, 30, strips the ball from Nick Sabin, Loggers take over at the Bonners 45, second quarter.
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Fire Relien
Chris Relien of 1313 Nevada looks on as firefighters Pete Crites, left, Nick Whiteman and Brent Wood make sure the fire is out. The fire started when a barbecue ember caught the grass on fire, which spread to the bushes and ignited the south side of the Relien garage Saturday …
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Volleyball Craig
Junior Hailey Craig serving third game vs. Troy 9-3-13
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Volleyball Brown
Freshman Allie Brown serving vs. Mission 9-7-13
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Movie Short
ShadowHouse Films' Robert Newman, right, records as Darren Short draws a bead on the man exiting the north door of Hotel Libby as filming of the movie "Doon Service" continued Saturday night.
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Football Zach
Senior Zach Crace drives for a first down with Evan Wasmer in tow second quarter.
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Football Winter
David Winter, 30, strips the ball from Nick Sabin, Loggers take over at the Bonners 45, second quarter.
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Football Jones
Senior Isaak Jones on the drive second quarter vs. Bonners Ferry.
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Football Crace
Hard charging Zach Crace with Christian Dowell, left, and Matt Verlaman on the tackle second quarter.
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Fire Relien
Chris Relien of 1313 Nevada looks on as firefighters Pete Crites, left, Nick Whiteman and Brent Wood make sure the fire is out. The fire started when a barbecue ember caught the grass on fire, which spread to the bushes and ignited the south side of the Relien garage Saturday …
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Cross Cntry Mossburg
Krysten Mossburg Libby Invite 22:26.68
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Cross Cntry Gier
Sophomore Niklaus Gier Libby Invite 19:41.31
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Cross Cntry Hooper
Senior Caleb Hooper Libby Invite 21:48.35
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Soccer Maloney
Sophomore Colin Maloney during practice Aug. 16.
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Football Sadewasser
Sophomore Brandon Sadewasser tight end 6'2", 195 pounds.
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Football Quarterback
Quarterbacks Dominic Voorhies, left, and Braydan Thom.
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Football Practice
Austin Pattie, left, Head Coach Brendan Miller and Jordan Herrick.
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Football Voorhies
Junior Dominic Voorhies quarterback 2014.
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Football Sadewasser
Sophomore Brandon Sadewasser tight end 6'2", 195 pounds.
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Football Quarterback
Quarterbacks Dominic Voorhies, left, and Braydan Thom.
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Benda, Bruce
Memorial to Bruce Benda during volleyball game Oct. 10, 2013.
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Saddles Four
Jeri Rutherford of RideOut Technoligies.
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Saddles Firefly Grip
Firefly handlebar grip with turn signal by RideOut Technologies.
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Soccer Coldwell
Soccer practice with Allie Coldwell left, and Shyla Stevenson at J. Neils Park.
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Soccer Cik
Girls soccer Coach Joe Cik makes a shot on goal during practice Saturday at J. Neils Park.
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Shakespeare Oliver
Rebecca Hurd as Celia and Casey Hoekstra as Oliver in Shakespeare's "As You Like It" Sunday evening at Libby Elementary's amphitheater.
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Shakespeare Rosalind
Shakespeare in the Parks production of "As You Like It" with Rebecca Hurd, left, as Celia, Casey Hoekstra as Oliver, Joanna Harmon as Rosalind and Nate Cheeseman as Orlando.
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Shakespeare Fight
"As You Like It" boxing scene with Oliver, (Casey Hoekstra) left, Charles (Michael Gonring) Orlando (Nate Cheeseman) and Duke Frederick (Erik Pearson).
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Shakespeare Celia
Best of friends and cousins Celia (Rebecca Hurd) left and Rosalind (Joanna Harmon) in Shakespeare in the Parks' "As You Like It" Sunday at Libby Elementary's amphitheater.
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Ignite Sutherland
Rick Sutherland of Spirit Lake, Ida., first place in the neon lights contest Friday night with a '92 Yahama V-Max. Second place went to Paul Winfield of Post Falls, Ida., with a 1950 Mercury and third to Rod Campbell of Athol, Ida. with a 1966 Mustang.
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Ignite Smith
Abrianah Smith, 8, seemed a little overwhelmed Friday evening during the Ignite the Nites cruise.
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Ignite Rainbow
A pleasant little rainbow appeared during the cruise Friday evening.
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Ignite Mickelson
Marvin and Debbie Mickelson admire the "barn find" '30 Chevrolet coupe.
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Ignite Howe
Jaxon Howe, right, holding the Igniters Humanitarian Award won by his father Eric Howe for saving the life of his girl friend and three-year-old son Jaxson in the Dec. 11, 2013 fire at Pine Tree Plaza in Troy. He also risked his life by reentering the burning building to notify …
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Ignite Luce
Everyone wanted a peek inside the 1941 Chevrolet school bus owned by Curtis and Staci Ost of Whitefish, including Larry and Char Luce of the McGregor Lake area.
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Ignite Hicks
Jim and Laurie Hicks admire the 1940 Buick Special owned by Dave and Jerry Young of Eureka.
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Ignite Grasdal
Saturday's rain showers kept Shelley Grasdal busy wiping down her 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury. (Shelley and Doug Grasdal from Lethbridge, Alberta)
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Ignite Guevara
The grill of the '34 Ford 5 window coupe belonging to Sid Guevara of Rathdrum, Idaho.
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Ignite Garrett
Steve Garrett looks over the 1959 Chevrolet Apache pickup owned by Randy Vickhammer of Kalispell.
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Ignite Everett
Ken Everett studies the history of the 1956 Velorex Oskar owned by Don Ennis of Bothell, Wash. The Velorex was manufactured in Czechoslovakia and weighs 720 pounds with a full tank of gas.
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Ignite Dinkins
Libby's John Dinkins studies the build history on Rod Campbell's 1966 Ford Mustang gasser during Saturday's Ignite the Nites car show.
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Le Tour Start
Tour participants await the 8 a.m. start of the fourth annual Le Tour de Koocanusa atop the David Thompson Bridge below Libby Dam Saturday. In all there were 122 registered riders for this year's tour.
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Le Tour Kemp
Carol Kemp of Chula Vista, California aboard her Rivendell Sam Hilborne approaches the turnout on the Forest Development Road overlooking Libby Dam.
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Le Tour Graham
Libby's Jonathan Graham 2.8 miles into his 83-mile ride.
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Bill Clark
Candidate for sheriff of Lincoln County Bill Clark during Logger Days parade June 28, 2014.
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Staircase
Hotel Libby's Gail Burger, left, and Barney Hammons review the finish work on the hotel's newly-refurbished grand staircase Friday morning.
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Le Tour Start
Tour participants await the 8 a.m. start of the fourth annual Le Tour de Koocanusa atop the David Thompson Bridge below Libby Dam Saturday. In all there were 122 registered riders for this year's tour.
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Le Tour Kemp
Carol Kemp of Chula Vista, California aboard her Rivendell Sam Hilborne approaches the turnout on the Forest Development Road overlooking Libby Dam.
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Le Tour Keck
The mother-daughter team of Madison Keck, left, and Tammy Keck aboard a Giordano Viaggio tandem approach the turnout on the Forest Development Road overlooking Libby Dam 2.8 miles into their 83-mile ride. (From Missoula)
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Le Tour Graham
Libby's Jonathan Graham 2.8 miles into his 83-mile ride.
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Le Tour Fashion
New for the fourth annual Le Tour de Koocanusa was the cycling jersey designed by Primal Wear of Denver, Colo. In all there were 122 registered riders for this year's tour.
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Blues Shinn
Bruce and Maggie Shinn of Plains dance to the music of Bryan Warhall and Triple Trouble Friday evening.
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Blues Grant
Holly Grant, left, and Linda Hamilton traveled all the way from Calgary, Alberta for the Riverfront Blues Festival!
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Blues Anderson
Lynn Anderson dancing to the music of Claudette King Friday at the sixth annual Riverfront Blues Festival.
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Le Tour Two
Bart Klika, left, and Aaron Gingerelli approach the turnout on the Forest Development Road overlooking Libby Dam Saturday during their first climb of the third annual 83-mile Le Tour de Koocanusa.
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Le Tour One
Janet Grachal, left, Jim Williamson and Dennis Ratcliff await the start of the third annual Le Tour de Koocanusa Saturday morning on the David Thompson bridge below Libby Dam.
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Relay Ward
Sydney Christopherson Ward displays her skills at "redneck horseshoes" Friday during Relay for Life 2014.
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Relay Reese Tami
Tami Reese, who with her husband John, drove over from Yakima, Wash. for Libby's Relay for Life 2014.
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Relay Survivors
Cancer survivors on their first lap of Relay for Life 2014 with Joan Sonju, left, Jason Mobley, Judy Cannon and Darlene Nelson carrying the banner.
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Relay Reese
The hands of John and Tami Reese of Yakima, Wash.
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Relay Inama
Lexi Dirks, 3, and her grandfather Bill Inama reach for a paper clip Friday as they round the track during Relay for Life 2014 at Libby Middle/High School.
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Relay Grotjohn
Ward Crushing team members Sara Grotjohn, front, Ann Grotjohn and Sydney Christopherson Ward "groove" to the music as they complete a lap Friday evening during Relay for Life 2014.
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Relay Glover
Virginia Glover did her best to keep the Relay for Life walkers cooled down Friday evening.
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Relay Eanes
Cancer survivors Cheryl Chandler and Paul Eanes share a hug Friday evening during Relay for Life 2014.
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Grass Fire Two
Grass fire at Libby Middle/High School started by a welder's torch Thursday afternoon.
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Grass Fire One
Middle/High School grass fire started by a welder's torch with Larry Newman.
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Grass Fire Three
Thanks to a handy cell phone and a quick response by LVFD this little grass fire (started by a welder's torch) at Libby Middle/High School was put out in a jiffy Thursday afternoon.
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Rodeo Warfield
James Warfield of Helena exiting the bull known as "Silver Lashes" Saturday.
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Rodeo Redfield
Chase Redfield aboard "Counting Coup" in the bareback competition Saturday.
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Rodeo Kardos
Jesse Kardos of Newport, Wash., has a close call with "Navajo Joe" Friday night.
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Rodeo Hurst
Wyatt Hurst of Rigby, Idaho with 67 points in the saddle bronc event Saturday.
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Rodeo Hamilton
That girl can ride! Mandy Hamilton of Manhattan, Montana turned in a time of 17.75 Friday evening in the barrel racing event.
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Rodeo Chambers
Bridger Chambers of Stevensville with a time of 7.0 in the steer wrestling event Saturday.
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Rodeo Vincent
Two-year-old Kypton Vincent trying on cowboy hats Saturday night at the rodeo.
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Rodeo Gollaher
There are times when steer wrestling doesn't go quite as planned. And so it was for Mike Gollaher of Cascade Saturday night at the Kootenai River Rodeo!
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Flyers Crum
Norm Crum loads the bomb bay of his Telemaster RC plane in preparation for the candy drop Saturday during the second annual Kootenai RC Flyers Fun Fly. "Bombs" away!
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Flyers Anderson
Ron Anderson and his DC-3 complete with "smoke jumpers."
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Tankers
Oil tankers being transported through Troy.
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Rodeo Slade
Rodeo kiddo Slade Stubblefield, 2, tackles "Danger" for a winning time in the horse wrestling event the Kootenai River Rodeo. Slade is the son of Nick Stubblefield, steer wrestler from Choteau - another Montana family who have strong ties to rodeo.
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Rodeo Bugenig
Ad Bugenig of Ferndale, CA exits a short lived ride aboard "Mouse Patrol" in the sadde bronc competition Friday.
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Rendezvous Haycock
Joseph Haycock, 11, of Moscow, Idaho, takes a break from selling cast iron skillets.
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Rendezvous Morain
Charlotte Morian and her son Andy step back in time to the days of the frontiersmen. Fawn Creek Campground was the place to be for the weekend time traveler during the 17th annual Two Rivers Rendezvous.
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Rendezvous Gardner
Alfred Gardner of Columbia Falls, right, explains the proper way to load a muzzleloader to cousins Brendan Parkin, left and Nathan Parkin Saturday during the 17th annual Two Rivers Rendezvous at Fawn Creek Campground.
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Rendezvous Frederick
Jan "Medicine Woman" Frederick heads back to the encampment with her .50 caliber Thompson Center Hawken after time spent on the range.
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Baseball Tammaro
Trace Tammaro pitching top of one vs. Sandpoint Lakers 7-20-14.
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Baseball Lane
Third baseman Dylon Lane second out top of the sixth vs. the Sandpoint Lakers 7-20-14.
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Baseball Grupenhoff
Homerun congrats for Oliver Grupenhoff from Coach Kelly Morford in sixth inning vs. Sandpoint Lakers 7-20-14
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Bricks Pitcher
Larry Pitcher, left, and Doug Adams set bricks at the Veterans Memorial early Thursday morning.
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Bricks Adams
Doug Adams set bricks at the Veterans Memorial early Thursday morning.
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Firefighters Two
Austin Gelderman of Eureka, Rudy Geber and Matt Ferguson work on extinguishing a fire in the Sheldon Flats area north of Libby 7-29-08.
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Firefighters
Firefighters work on extinguishing a fire in the Sheldon Flats area north of Libby 7-29-08.
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Comish Downey
Commissioner Ron Downey during the meeting to dissolve Cabinet View Fire District, June 13, 2012.
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Baseball Marshall
Right fielder Austin Marshall with the third out top of four vs. Mariners.
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Baseball Lauer
Left fielder Erik Lauer third out top of one vs. Mariners.
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Logger Vandenbos
Royce Pemberton, left, and pit crew member Dale VanDenbos remove a bent tie rod from the 16 hp racing lawnmower.
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Logger Scott
Rodney LePoidevin, left and Andy Scott compete in the modified class. (both of Bonners Ferry)
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Logger Reatz
Xavier Reatz, 8, teamed with Casey Rusdal competing in the kids' double buck Friday night.
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Logger Pemberton
Royce Pemberton 77 of Troy, took an unexpected detour in the second lap of his race with Adam Kirschenmann Saturday night.
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Logger Offenbecher
Jacey Offenbecher, 10, teamed with Athena Fischer, 11 competing in the doublebuck competition. Time 1:10.
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Logger Morley
Caleb Swartzendruber, left, and Stuart Morley compete in Bull of the Woods 2014.
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Logger Guerra
If you missed the Logger Days parade Saturday morning, then you missed seeing Girl Scout "cookie" Beckie Guerra.
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Logger Bergman
Seth and Lauren Bergman finish with a time of 1:25.80 in the Ma and Pa Relay race Saturday.
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Logger Berget
Not a bad day at the office for Dylan Berget and Janice Burns who each took home $500 for winning bull and bullette of the woods.
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Logger Bache
Fun aboard Paradise Carnival's "Twizzler" with Gaige Bache, left and David Beck.
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MotoX Remp
Weston Remp crosses the finish line Saturday.
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MotoX Havens
Riley Havens, 6, takes the checkered flag Saturday in the 0-6 category.
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MotoX Erickson
Jesse Erickson, right, adjusting Jayten Erickson's (5) helmet prior his race Saturday. (father and son from Kalispell)
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MotoX Chisholm
Kya Chisholm, 9, of Cranbrook, British Columbia, takes third in the 50cc open.
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MotoX Andy
Andy Remp (141) finishes 4th in the 450 pro.
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Logger Skymaster
Ethan Beck, left, and Colton Howard aboard the "Skymaster" ride at the Paradise Carnival during Logger Days Saturday.
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Logger Ramsey
Chrissy Ramsey of Naches, Wash., partnered with Lauren Bergman of Kalispell turn in a time of 17.185 in the women's double buck competition Saturday.
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Logger Race
Saturday's brief rainstorm added a new dimension to the Logger Days lawnmower races, mud!
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Logger Myers
Trent Riddle, 6, Julie Myers and Gracie Lynn Myers, 4 wave to family members far below while riding the Ferris wheel Saturday at the Logger Days carnival.
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Logger Lawnmower
Chris Spangler of Bonners Ferry placed second on a Kohler 20hp lawnmower behind Buck Taggert of Viola on an Ace Hardware 18.5hp in the open class Saturday night during the Logger Days lawnmower races.
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Logger Lawn
Even the kids were racing lawnmowers!
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Logger James
Jordan James, 8, got a little wild and crazy Saturday aboard Paradise Carnival's "Yoyo."
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Logger Jager
Erin Jager, left, and Crystal Haines aboard Paradise Carnival's "Paratrooper" Saturday during Logger Days 2013.
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Logger Gassett
Addisyn Gassett, 2, had a great time aboard the kiddie cars.
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Logger Coaster
Olivia Smith, left and Melissa Munroe (both 9) of Libby, aboard the roller coaster Saturday at the Paradise Carnival.
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Logger Bergman
The newlywed team of Seth and Lauren Bergman during the Ma and Pa race Saturday.
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Baseball Marshall
First baseman Austin Marshall checks his runner, Nick Rackley, on a throw from pitcher Cameron Burkes vs. the Kootenai Valley Rangers Sunday during the Big Bucks Tournament.
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Baseball Johnson
Second baseman Collin Johnson puts the tag on Helena Reps' Ryan Dorvall as he tries to steal for the third out top of 2 Saturday during the Big Bucks Tournament.
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Oedewaldt Fire
Jason Place, left, Jason Sunnell and Timothy Kim. June 2, 2014
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Timberbeast Wardian
Scott Wardian of Spokane, Wash., sends a disc out over the Kootenai River. Discs Over the Kootenai, which challenges the players throwing abilities for distance, is a popular event each years. The distance from one side to the other is about 540 feet.
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Timberbeast Group
A group of disc golfers make their way down a pathway during Timberbeast 2010.
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Timberbeast Discs
Timberbeast tools of the trade.
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Timberbeast Davidson
Heather Davidson of Helena putting on 14 with a Innova DX Aviar par 4, 391 feet. Timberbeast 6-19-10
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Bear Two
Wildlife biologist Tonya Chilton Radandt checks over the cub bear hit and killed by a car June 16 on the Kootenai River bridge at Libby.
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Baseball Huffman
Ryan Huffman strike three second out top of 10 vs. Eureka May 23.
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Bear One
Libby Police Chief Jim Smith, left, and wildlife biologist Tonya Chilton Radandt.
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Baseball Grupenhoff
Oliver Grupenhoff catching top of second vs. Bitterroot Bucs, first of doubleheader. (5-1 Bucs) May 18, 2014
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T Model Zwang
Margeaux Zwang admires the interior of a 1926 Ford Model T.
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T Model Yeager
Gary Yeager of Cheney, Wash. turns the crank on his 1913-14 Model T as Roger King looks on Sunday in preparation for Montana 500.
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T Model Hernandez
Montana 500 Inspector Sergio Hernandez stays busy attaching seals to the carburetor, oil pan and head of each Model T prior to the tour. Drivers are penalized time if the seals are broken upon completion of the 500 miles.
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T Model Marshall
Ed Marshall of Burley, Wash. replaces the hood of his '25 Model T Sunday after inspection.
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T Model Green Garrett
Henry Ford's finest showed up at the parking lot of the Venture Motor Inn Sunday prior to the start of the Montana 500 Model T tour. Garrett Green waves as he backs his '27 touring off the trailer for inspection prior to the start of the tour.
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T Model Garrett
Garrett Green's '27 touring may not be the prettiest inside or out but it's what's under the hood that keeps winning races.
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T Model Green
Garrett Green holds the much-coveted Montana 500 traveling trophy Saturday at the Venture Motor Inn.
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Bull Tucker
Josh Tucker of Bonners Ferry exits the bull known as "Done Right."
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Bull Summers
Bullfighter Bret Summers reaches in to free the hand of Jesse Luther of Bonners Ferry Saturday night during the Incredi-Bull bull riding event at J. Neils Park.
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Bull Rich
For their size, bucking bulls are amazingly agile! Shadrick Rich of St. Ignatius appears to be flying during Saturday's Incredi-Bull event at J. Neils Park.
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Bull Fuller
J.R. Fuller of Elko, Nevada makes a clean exit from "Boo Dan" Saturday night at the Incredi-Bull event at J. Neils Park.
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Bull Colclough
Jason Colclough aboard "King George" his final ride Saturday evening.
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Bull Crump
Close call for Scott Crump of Columbia Falls during Saturday's Incredi-Bull event at J. Neils Park.
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Bull Carpenter
Layton Carpenter of Melrose, Montana.
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Bull Brooks
It appears as if Dalton Brooks of Deer Lodge took a hit to the chest Saturday during the Incredi-Bull event at J. Neils Park. With bullfighters Bret Summers, center and Casey Stuivenga.
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Mine Shanahan
John G. Shanahan, President and CEO of Revett Minerals Inc.
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Fire Risteau
Maurica Risteau of the Fisher River Valley Fire/Rescue competes in the butterfly hose reel competition with a time of 3:28.6
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Brew Golden
Grant Golden, brewmaster at Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co.
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Brew Dinning
Sarah Dinning, left, and Kristin Smith.
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Baseball Lane Dylon
Third baseman Dylon Lane puts the tag on Kalispell's Brooks Krause second out top of seven on a throw from pitcher Will Reichel. First of a doubleheader vs. Lakers A Sunday.
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Baseball Lane D
Third baseman Dylon Lane checks his runner (Keatin Mohl) top of one with two out. First of a doubleheader vs. Kalispell A Sunday.
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Baseball Lane
Third baseman Dylon Lane fields a grounder and with a throw to Austin Marshall at first, retires the sides top of the sixth inning vs. Kalispell A. Loggers prevail 5-4 in first game of a doubleheader Sunday.
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Baseball Burkes
Cameron Burkes reaches on a fielder's choice scores Ryan Huffman bottom of second (3-2 Kalispell)
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Vote Precinct 10
With a parking lot full and three precincts casting ballots, (10, 11 & 13) Election Judge Sandra Jackson was kept pretty busy Tuesday at the VFW. Voting was brisk and judging by the smiles, painless.
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Hair Alice
Alida Leigh, right, with scissors in hand, cuts the hair Alice Sowa Thursday afternoon. Sowa's hair will be donated to Locks of Love.
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Elect Watson
Election Judges Corky Watson, left, and Donna Watson counting ballots Tuesday evening.
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Elect Ross
Deputy Clerk Clyde Ross delivering ballots Tuesday evening.
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Elect Gifford
Rocke Gifford, left, Deputy Clerk Jeannie Dennis and Clerk and Recorder Tammy Lauer.
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Comish Downey
Commissioner Ron Downey during the meeting to dissolve Cabinet View Fire District, June 13, 2012.
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Comish Downey Two
Commissioner Ron Downey during the meeting to dissolve Cabinet View Fire Service Area, June 13, 2012.
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Baseball Burkes
Nice running catch by centerfielder Cameron Burkes first out top of second vs. Glacier Twins.
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Ron Downey
Commissioner Ron Downey during the meeting to dissolve Cabinet View Fire District, June 13, 2012.
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Baseball Willis
Noah Rennette 's sacrifice bunt successful with first baseman Matt Willis at the ready for the first out top of the seventh on a throw from catcher Oliver Grupenhoff vs. Cranbrook Bandits first of a doubleheader Saturday.
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Baseball Reichel
Base hit Will Reichel bottom of the 4th scores Cameron Burkes vs. Bandits first of a doubleheader Saturday, May 31.
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Baseball Marshall
First baseman Austin Marshall second out top of the fourth vs. Bandits, second of a double header 15-9 Loggers.
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Baseball Haggerty
Third baseman Luke Haggerty with the first out top of one vs. Bandits, second of a doubleheader Saturday.
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Museum One
Mary Davis, left, demonstrates the operation of the assayer's crusher to Haugen family members Mercedes, Airyana, Elena, Brandon and William Saturday during opening day at the Heritage Museum. The crusher is powered by an International Harvester 2-1/2 hp water-cooled one-cylinder engine.
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Grad Winslow Jared
Libby HIgh School Class of 2014 salutatorian Jared Winslow.
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Grad Winslow
Jared Winslow, left, and Cody Barrick.
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Grad Stambaugh
Gabrielle Stambaugh, right, designer of the cover of the LHS Class of 2014 program, gets a kiss from her art teacher Patty Rambo Sunday following graduation ceremonies at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.
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Grad Lundin
Troy High School Class of 2014 Salutatorian Kellie Lundin.
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Grad Olds
Troy High School Class of 2014 valedictorian Nathan Olds.
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Grad Landis
Troy High School graduates Emily Landis, left, and Christian Albert.
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Grad Jones
Troy High School Class of 2014 honorary speaker Jim Jones.
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Grad Faulkner
Patrick Faulkner is all smiles as Libby HIgh School counselor Mark Kreuz positions his tassel to the left.
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Grad Huntsberger
LHS Class of 2014 honorary commencement speaker Dr. Vince Huntsberger.
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Grad Bienek
Troy High School Class of 2014 graduates Gabe Hickman, left, Jazmine Bienek and Luke Haggerty.
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Grad Barrick
Libby High School Class of 2014 valedictorian Cody Barrick.
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Golf Mee
Jimmy Mee tees off on No. 6, a 386-yard Par 4 during the Ben Graham Golf Tournament May 17.
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Tennis Metz
Bruce Metz teamed with Luke Haggerty vs. Clark Fork May 6, 2014
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Softball Wedel
With two out, Junior Mahalah Wedel's standup double in the bottom of the seventh scores two.
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Softball Gallagher D
Devon Gallagher cheers her team on from third base after her RBI scoring the fifth and final run in the bottom of the seventh with two out vs. Polson.
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Softball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher base hit bottom of the fourth sends Mahalah Wedel to second vs. Polson
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Softball Ennenga
First baseman Abby Ennenga third out top of the seventh on a throw from pitcher Staci Regh vs. Polson.
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Memorial Smith
Raleigh Smith, Dec. 7, 1983 Ñ Dec. 23, 2004.
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Memorial Rainbow
A pleasant and timely double rainbow appeared Monday evening following the dedication of the veterans memorial at Riverfront Park.
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Memorial Priest
Honoring veterans and the fallen this Memorial Day 2014 with Bud Priest, left, Bob Basham and Robert Herman, members of John E. Freeman Post 5514 of the VFW.
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Memorial Pitcher
Larry Pitcher saluting during dedication of Veterans Memorial at Riverfront Park Monday evening.
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Memorial Milnor
Honoring veterans and the fallen this Memorial Day 2014. Members of John E. Freeman Post 5514 of VFW and the Ladies Auxiliary at Milnor Lake Cemetery Monday.
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Memorial Gregory
Maria Gregory had the honor of raising the flag Monday during Memorial Day cereonies at Milnor Lake Cemetery.
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Memorial Burns
Former Montana Senator Conrad Burns, left, Larry Pitcher and Dean W. House, State Sr. Vice Commander, Montana Veterans of Foreign Wars, share a lighter moment prior to dedicating the Veterans Memorial at Riverfront Park Monday.
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Memorial Cole
Bert Cole, life member of John E. Freeman Post 5514 of the VFW.
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Memorial Andreessen T
Terry Andreessen speaking during the dedication of the Veterans Memorial at Riverfront Park Monday evening.
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Memorial Andreessen
Terry Andreessen speaking during the dedication of the Veterans Memorial at Riverfront Park Monday evening.
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Woodpecker
Male hairy woodpecker busy building a cavity nest in a dead pine tree in the Pipe Creek area.
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Train Shea
Dee Shea, employee at Achievements who served coffee, doughnuts and cookies to the Amtrak passengers who were stranded due to a BNSF train derailment Thursday morning.
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Train Schantz
Best buds: Kathy Schantz, left, and Charles Pinner.
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Train Lundstrom
Micah Lundstrom, left, and Terrance Phillips.
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Train Latin
Amtrak's Joann Latin explaining to stranded passengers their options of traveling by bus or staying with the train.
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Joshua Peterson
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Baby geese on the Kootenai River
A mother and father goose lead four babies out into the Kootenai River near River Road Trail on May 4. Shortly after the photo was taken, the father chased off an encroaching goose.
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Tennis Lundin Twins
Troy's No. 1 doubles team of Kellie Lundin left and her twin sister Katie vs. Mission April 12.
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Peterson Josh
Josh Peterson pauses from reading his letter of apology to glance towards his wife Tracee Jo prior to sentencing Monday.
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Peterson Hanson
Ed Hanson awaiting sentencing of his son-in-law Josh Peterson for the beating of Hanson's daughter Tracee Jo Peterson Monday in District Court.
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Peterson Hailey
Hailey Peterson, left, with her mom's (Tracee) head on her shoulder during Josh Peterson sentencing, Monday morning.
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Golf Walter Mason
Walter Mason tees off on No. 2, a 375-yard par 4.
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Golf Steve
Steve Graham approaching No. 1, a 513-yard par 5.
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Golf Mason
The Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament, good friends, good times. With Doug Crum left, and Walter Mason.
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Golf Lacklen
Bobbie Lacklen sinks it on No. 7 a par 3. Bobbie does it in two during the Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament Saturday.
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Golf Graham Steve
Steve Graham studies the green on No. 2, a 375-yard par 4.
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Golf Johnston
Ryggs Johnston tees off on No. 6, a par 4, Saturday during the Ben Graham Memorial Golf Tournament.
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Golf Graham
John Graham tees off on No. 3, a 173-yard par 3 Saturday.
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Tennis Brown
Ally Brown vs. Bigfork's Kalia Wicklund at No. 1 singles.
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Lion Mack
LaDonna Mack and the chicken-loving mountain lion.
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Tennis Metz
Bruce Metz teamed with Luke Haggerty vs. Clark Fork's Javier Rebollo and Jake Aguirre at No. 1 doubles May 6.
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Tennis Peck
Gabe Peck teamed with Ryan Nagle vs. Polson's Cadis Chowning and Tim Russell in No. 2 doubles action Saturday.
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Tennis Haggerty
Luke Haggerty teamed with Bruce Metz vs. Javier Rebollo and Jake Aguirre at No. 1 doubles vs. Clark Fork.
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Tennis Brant
Jason Brant vs. Polson's Brady Hislop in No. 1 singles action Saturday.
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Softball Garrison
Brenna Garrison, center, is surrounded by her teammates for smacking a home run over the left field fence Saturday vs. Florence.
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Candidate Peck
Mark Peck, candidate for county commissioner.
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Baseball Reichel
Will Reichel first pitch of the 2014 season for a strike vs. Missoula Pioneers first game of the Wood Bat Tournament Friday, May 9.
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Baseball Huffman
Ryan Huffman caught stealing second vs. Missoula Pioneers during first game of Wood Bat Tournament Friday evening.
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Tennis Haggerty
Luke Haggerty teamed with Bruce Metz vs. Javier Rebollo and Jake Aguirre at No. 1 doubles vs. Clark Fork.
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Tennis Metz
Bruce Metz teamed with Luke Haggerty vs. Javier Rebollo and Jake Aguirre at No. 1 doubles vs. Clark Fork.
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Tennis Day
Alex Day teamed with CJ Beard vs. James Cope and Jacob Edstrom of Clark Fork at No. 2 doubles.
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Softball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher catching vs. Timberlake April 5.
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Tennis Beard
CJ Beard teamed with Alex Day vs. James Cope and Jacob Edstrom of Clark Fork at No. 2 doubles.
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Clearwater Montana Properties
Wayne Heaton, left, Lisa Gilbertson, Mike Murchie, Jana Murchie, director of the Pregnancy Care Center; Sharon Denton, Molly Montana, Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe, Marvin Schweitzer, Troy Volunteer Fire Dept. and Mike Sanders of the Upper Yaak Service. Heaton Gilbertson Denton and Montana are agents representing Clearwater Montana Properties, Inc.
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Tennis McBride
Sarah McBride vs. Bigfork's Genovieve Gibson at No. 3 singles.
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Tennis Day
Alex Day vs. Bigfork's Gunnar Boose at No. 3 singles.
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Tennis Brown
Ally Brown vs. Bigfork's Kalia Wicklund at No. 1 singles.
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Tennis Alspaw
Katie Alspaw vs. Bigfork's Alex Hide at No. 4 singles.
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Track Rice
Sixth grader Montana Rice competes in the shot-put.
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Track Winter
Seventh grader Amber Winter 100-meter dash.
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Track LaBelle, Logan
Sixth grader Logan LaBelle 100-meter.
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Track LaBelle
Sixth grader Hailey LaBelle 100-meter dash.
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Track Hermes
Mazzy Hermes competes at the junior high track meet on Friday.
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Track Gruber
Seventh grader Emma Gruber 100-meter dash.
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Track Gier
Sixth grader Sydney Gier 100-meter dash.
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Track Coldwell
Eighth grader Allie Coldwell 100-meter.
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Candidate Rhodes
Duane Rhodes, candidate for sheriff of Lincoln County.
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Tennis Wood
Cody Wood, partnered with his cousin Jason Schnackenberg in No. 1 doubles vs. Columbia Falls 4-29-14.
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Tennis Hawthorne
Dani Hawthorne and Cloie Boardner congratulate one another after defeating Columbia Falls 6-2, 6-2 in No. 2 doubles action 4-28-14.
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Tennis Bailey
Kody Bailey vs. Columbia Falls at No. 3 singles.
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Glacier Bank Two
George Mercer, Assistant Vice President to John Johanson who will be replacing Johanson upon his retirement Friday, May 2, 2014.
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Glacier Bank One
Glacier Bank's retiring Vice President/Office Manager John Johanson.
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Track Stevenson
Shyla Stevenson competes in javelin Saturday during the Libby Invite.
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Track Roach
Olivia Roach, leads off in girls 400-meter relay.
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Track Miller
Lead-off man Michael Miller hands off to Sean Opland in boys 400-meter relay.
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Track Opland
Sean Opland clears 6'4" in the high jump Saturday during the Libby Invite.
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Track Hernandez
Miguel Hernandez competes in 1600-meter Saturday.
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Burn Practice
LVFD firefighters keep a power pole cool as Chet's Motel goes up in flames during a practice burn Thrusday evening.
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Burn Lauer Two
Fire Captain Steve Lauer watches as the flames quickly spread from one end of the building to the other. Lauer started the fire in the far left room.
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Burn Lauer
LVFD Fire Captain Steve Lauer looks on as the last of Chet's Motel goes up in flames Thursday evening during a practice burn.
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Burn Ablaze
Chet's Motel burns to the ground during LVFD's practice burn Thursday evening.
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Softball Rosling
Senior Brooke Rosling doubles to right field bottom of second inning scores Kyra Lauer, 12-0, Lady Loggers.
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Softball Regh
Junior Staci Regh's base hit scores 1 (10-0 Loggers) bottom of the 4th vs. Timberlake Tigers 4-5-14
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Softball Klin
Centerfielder Kelsey Klin reels in the fly ball off the bat of Madi Fetters for the third out bottom of the fifth vs. Columbia Falls April 17.
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Construction
Highway 2 construction in Swamp Creek area south of Libby. This section was 1.2 miles long between lights.
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Easter Winners
Youth Court Services' 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt golden egg bike winners are Marcus Manson, left, Tristan Nelson, Kale Hall and Bently Seefeldt.
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Easter West
Audrey West, 3, in search of hidden Easter eggs Saturday during Youth Court Services' 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at J. Neils Park.
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Easter Stewart
The Easter Bunny (Joel Stewart) was spotted at J. Neils Park Saturday.
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Easter Seefeldt
Golden egg prize winner Bently Seefeldt, 1-1/2, takes his new wheels for a spin Saturday at J. Neils Park.
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Easter Foss
Easter cousins Macy Foss, left, and Sofie Albiero compare baskets Saturday at J. Neils Park during Youth Court Serivces' 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The event included 150-dozen colored eggs and 250 prizes for each of four age groups, walking through 12.
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Easter Eggers
It was a good trade for Trinity Eggers, 5, as she cashed in her eggs for a pair of pink glasses Saturday during Youth Court Services' 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
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Tennis Stever
Azure Stever vs. Ronan's Shannon Saint at No. 2 singles 4-15-14.
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Tennis Chiaverini
Dominic Chiaverini vs. Ronan's Ron Cullis at No. 2 singles 4-15-14.
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Tennis Goe
Michael Goe vs. Ronan's Logan Soukkala at No. 1 singles 4-15-14.
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Softball England
Devon Gallagher, left, and Hannah England post-game jube after defeating Columbia Falls 10-6 Thursday evening.
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Libby High National Honor Society Induction
National Honor Society 2014 inductees back row from left: Tina Smith, Bailie Rosling, Zander Petersen, Dani Hawthorne, Lily Feeback, Cloie Boardner, Jenna Barrick. Front row from left: Jessica Miller, Devan Fuhlendorf, Patrick Keogh, Ashley Walker. Not pictured were Ally Buckner and Shae Munro.
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Tin Lizzy
Rhiannon Wilson, right, at the wheel of the "Tin Lizzy" built by Dan McLaury, left, with sister Kayrie Couture, center. The three were headed to Fireman's Park on the occasion of Kayrie's 7th birthday. (the car runs on a 6hp, rope-pull motor).
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Tennis Lundin
Paired with her twin sister Kellie, Katie Lundin returns a volley vs. Mission in No. 1 doubles Saturday.
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Softball Carr
Kylie Carr pitching top of first inning vs. Bonners Ferry 4-10-14.
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Softball Rosling
Senior Brooke Rosling doubles to right field bottom of second inning scores Kyra Lauer, 12-0, Lady Loggers.
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Rocky Mtn Four
Jerry and Debbie Hersman of Rocky Mountain Music.
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NHS Induction Ceremony
National Honor Society 2014 inductees back row from left: Tina Smith, Bailie Rosling, Zander Petersen, Dani Hawthorne, Lily Feeback, Cloie Boardner, Jenna Barrick. Front row from left: Jessica Miller, Devan Fuhlendorf, Patrick Keogh, Ashley Walker. Not present were Ally Buckner and Shae Munro.
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Streets Two
Second Street and California Avenue, southeast corner.
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Tennis Brown
Taylor Brown vs. Lacey Marquardt at No. 2 singles 4-8-14.
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Tennis Haggerty
Senior Luke Haggerty vs. Libby's Colin Maloney at No. 3 singles 4-5-14
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Softball Benefield
Junior Auria Benefield doubles to center field vs. Timberlake bottom of 2 with 2 out. (6-0 Loggers)
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Softball Regh
Junior Staci Regh's base hit scores 1 (10-0 Loggers) bottom of the 4th vs. Timberlake Tigers 4-5-14
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Schwab Glass
Les Schwab Tire Center's Robb MacDonald, left, and Loren Dodge of Cherry Creek Glass survey the damage Tuesday morning after a car owned by Megan Powell wandered its way into the store front.
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Softball Thill
Base hit Tana Thill bottom of the fourth, first of a doubleheader vs. Bonners Ferry.
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Derby Winners
Winners of the 2014 Pinewood Derby held at Libby Elementary Saturday were from left: Sean Sanderson, first; Shane Stinson, second; Tyler Albert, third and most unique; Alex Barber, fourth; Sam Stinson, most original. Sean set a new track record of 162.2 scaled mph to claim first, beating a previous record …
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Derby Stinson
Sam Stinson trackside, dreaming of a first place finish.
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Derby Moeller
Sam Stinson, left, Rusty Gillespie, Grant Larson, Maellen Nelson, Bo Sanderson and Caleb Moeller watch intently Saturday during Pinewood Derby 2014 at Libby Elementary. In all there were 17 contestants with the top prize going to Sean Sanderson who set a new track record of 162.2 scaled mph, beating a …
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Derby Albert
Tyler Albert, left, watches intently as Jacob Large imagines a photo finish Saturday during the 2014 Pinewood Derby at Libby Elementary.
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Vets Check
Terry Andreessen, left, Robin Benson, Terry Pitcher, Ken Mancuso, Larry Pitcher, Paula Darko-Hensler, Kerry Mann and Pam Peppenger.
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Track Olds
Nathan Olds competes in the high jump during the Libby Invite Saturday.
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Softball Thill
Base hit Tana Thill bottom of the fourth, first of a doubleheader vs. Bonners Ferry.
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Softball Rebo
Second baseman Rachel Rebo backs up Devon Gallagher at first for the second out top of 2 vs. the Priest River Spartans. The Lady Loggers went on to win the 7-inning contest 8 to 3 on a very soggy field.
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Softball Klin
Pouring down rain didn't seem to bother centerfielder Kelsey Klin who had a great catch in deep center top of the fifth vs. Polson.
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Softball Johnston
First baseman Caitlin Johnston third out top of the fourth on a throw from shortstop Breanna Opland vs. Plains. (first of a doubleheader)
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Softball Benefield
Auria Benefield base hit scores one bottom of two vs. Polson.
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Play Two
The small town of Victor, home of Craig Helmrick as Felix and Kellie Lundin as Vickie in Troy High School's production of Ducktails and Bobbysox. The play included a surprise visit from fifties rock 'n roll star Curtis (Michael Demmendaal) who encounters an uproarious cast of characters and reckless happenings …
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Play Three
Football hero Alex Fenton (Nathan Olds), left, squares off with Yellow Jacket gang leader Wheels (Luke Haggerty). Wheels kidnaps Alex and ties him up just prior to the big game.
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Play Six
Wilbur and Bertha, the awkward boy and girl played by Liam Hennsley and Tristyn Winebark headed to Lookout Point to "study the constellations."
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Play One
The Bobbysoxers face off with the Yellow Jacket gang in Troy High School's production of "Ducktails & Bobbysox" Tuesday evening. The 90-minute play included songs such as "Elvis, Buddy and Me," "Bobby Sock Hop," and "Homecoming Rock."
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Play Four
Grant High School's Class of '44, Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins, John Fossen and Maria Hawk.
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Play Five
Grant High School's Class of '44, Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins, John Fossen and Maria Hawk.
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Veterans Memorial Check
Terry Andreessen, left, Robin Benson, Terry Pitcher, Ken Mancuso, Larry Pitcher, Paula Darko-Hensler, Kerry Mann and Pam Peppenger.
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Talent Topaz
Billy Topaz performed Bill Cosby's "How I Became a Marked Man" during Libby High School's 6th Annual Talent Show.
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Talent Dewey
Anthony Dewey's original drama "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian" won second place and $25.
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Talent Neisess
Adam Neisess, of the band The Munchkins. Other members included Wyatt Postlethwaite, Morgan Wilkins, Skyler Higareda and Jason Schnackenberg. The Munchkins took home a second place prize of $50.
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Winslow Two
Winslow bunt second game of doubleheader vs. Glacier 7-21-13
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Winslow Three
Senior quarterback Jared Winslow on a keeper for a first down in fourth quarter vs. Anaconda.
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Winslow Four
QB Jared Winslow runs for a first down on a third down play first quarter vs. Bonners Ferry
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Winslow Five
Jared Winslow's hasty jump shot in the second quarter won't go vs Thompson Falls. 1-10-13
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Little Guy Thompson
Battle of the six-year-olds with Teague Thompson, right (with his dad Dean Thompson looking on) vs. Rebel Crump at Peewee 45.
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Little Guy Powell Two
Connor Powell, right, gets a last minute tip from Coach Joshua Chapel Saturday during the Kootenai Klassic Little Guy Wrestling Tournament.
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Little Guy Powell
Troy's Connor Powell vs. Noah Kelley of Whitefish at Peewee 55. Connor was 3 for 5 on the day, not bad for a little guy.
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Court Germany
Vice Principal Jim Germany testifies.
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NRA Refsland
Jordan Refsland displays the Henry Golden Boy .22 magnum rifle which garnered $925 during the live auction Friday night at the Friends of the NRA dinner.
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NRA Munro
Mike Munro deposits tickets for a chance to win a Mossberg 12 ga. Friday night during the Friends of the NRA dinner at the Memorial Center.
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NRA Orr
Joe Crismore, right, reads off the ticket number to Brayson Orr, 5, winner of the Keystone Cricket .22 rimfire rifle Friday night during the Friends of the NRA dinner at Libby's Memorial Center.
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Hoops Johnson
Collin Johnson scores a lay-up in first quarter vs. Whitefish 12-21-13.
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Hoops Germany
Dayln Germany opening tip vs. Columbia Falls 2-1-14
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Dispatch Three
Katie Davis, left, and Gene Rogers.
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Hoops Tallmadge
Gage Tallmadge guarding Plains' Kyle Revier during District 7B basketball tournament 2-22-14.
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Wrestle Higareda Mug
Senior Skyler Higareda at 138.
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Basketball Thill
Sophomore Tana Thill passes to Taylor Brown in second quarter vs. Mission.
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Basketball Tallmadge
Gage Tallmadge after defeating Mission 64-61 Saturday.
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Basketball Fans
Fans congratulate after Trojans pull out a 64-61 'squeaker' over Mission Saturday.
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BBall Johnson
Collin Johnson, left, and T-Falls' Dalton Hooten 1-24-14
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Basketball Johnson
Collin Johnson first quarter vs. Whitefish 12-21-14.
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Wrestle Higareda
Skyler Higareda, left, vs. C-Falls' Haze Bell at 132.
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Wrestle Mat
The Greenchain rolls up the mat for the last time Saturday following the Northwestern Class A Divisional Championship with Zach Crace, left, Braydan Thom, Reed Christensen, Dylan Parrish and Garret Chapel.
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Wrestle Crace Two
Zach Crace defeats Frenchtown's Jonathon Blanchard at 138.
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Wrestle Crace
Northwestern Class A Divisional Champion Zach Crace defeats Frenchtown's Jonathon Blanchard at 138.
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Wrestle Chapel Two
Garret Chapel Northwestern Class A Divisional Champion at 170 over Polson's Tel Motichka.
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Wrestle Chapel Three
Divisionals with Garret Chapel at 170 over Polson's Tel Motichka.
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Wrestle Chapel
Garret Chapel over Polson's Tel Motichka at 170.
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Taxes Vincent
State Sen. Chas Vincent, left, and Rep. Mike Cuffe.
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Wrestle Champs
ryan Shaffer, left, Matthew Sampson, Braydan Thom, Dylan Parrish and Tristan Steinwand.
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Taxes Tammy
Commissioner Mike Cole of Eureka, left, Commissioner Ron Downey of Troy, L. Harold Blattie, Montana Association of Counties Executive Director, Commissioner Tony Berget of Libby and Lincoln County Clerk and Recorder Tammy Lauer.
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Taxes Spas
Former Lincoln County Health Nurse Karol Spas.
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Taxes Lauer
Commissioner Tony Berget, left, and Clerk and Recorder Tammy Lauer.
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Taxes Cummings
Former clerk and recorder Coral Cummings.
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Taxes Blattie
L. Harold Blattie, Montana Association of Counties Executive Director.
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Basketball Timeout
Second quarter timeout vs. Noxon 1-25-14
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Super Candidate Two
Superintendent candidate Larry Markuson
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Super Candidate One
Superintendent candidate Larry Markuson
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Basketball Boys Timeout
Time out vs. Noxon Jan. 25.
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Basketball Girls Timeout
Time out vs. Noxon Jan. 25.
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Basketball Tallmadge
Luke Haggerty, left, and Gage Tallmadge after defeating the Loggers 60-48 Friday night at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.
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Basketball Quinn
Taylor Quinn drives on Kiara Burlage second quarter vs. Columbia Falls. Loggers 30, Wildkats 51.
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Basketball Johnson
Collin Johnson, rough game vs. Columbia Falls. Loggers 31, Cats 76.
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Basketball Fan
Genia Haflich cheering the Trojans to a 60-48 win over the Loggers Friday night.
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Basketball Gage
Jared Winslow, right, guarding Gage Tallmadge second quarter.
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Basketball Brown
Freshman guard Allie Brown speeds past Ashley Walker in fourth quarter vs. Libby.
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Hospital Whitfield
Bruce Whitfield CEO of St. John's Lutheran Hospital announces the closing of the hospital.
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Hospital Shaver
First patient to enter Cabinet Peaks Medical Center with Jeff Holder, left, Darlene Shaver, Dick Wernham and Bruce Whitfield CEO.
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Hospital Emergency
Tony Rebo left, and B.J. Purdy cover the emergency entrance sign to St. John's Lutheran Hospital.
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Hospital Amos
Last patient to leave St. John's Lutheran Hospital with Bruce Whitfield CEO left, Cheryle Amos and John Thornton.
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Hospital Bruce
CEO Bruce Whitfield announces the official opening of Cabinet Peaks Medical Center at 5:50 Thursday, Jan. 30.
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Basketball Sullivan
Quinn Sullivan pulls down a third quarter defensive rebound vs. Thompson Falls 1-24-14
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Basketball Stevenson
Junior Shyla Stevenson on a steal from Madi Fitchett in first quarter vs. Thompson Falls 1-24-14.
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Basketball Olds
Senior guard Nathan Olds drives on Noxon's Corey Tessier in third quarter Saturday during Throwback Night.
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Basketball Moe
Junior Hailley Moe controls a 4th quarter defensive rebound vs. Thompson Falls 1-24-14.
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Basketball Jones
Junior guard Isaak Jones passes to Jared Winslow in second quarter vs. Thompson Falls 1-24-14.
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Noxon basketball
Noxon's Asiah Jensen dribbles past her Troy opponent Kellie Lundin in the fourth quarter of their away game.
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Red Devil basketball
Cory Tessier dribbles past Troy's Gage Tallmadge in the fourth quarter. Noxon lost the game 35-47.
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Wrestle Chapel 012814
Garret Chapel vs. Travis Beck of Bonners Ferry at 170.
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Wrestle Bowers 012814
Josh Bowers vs. Parker Davis of Bonners Ferry at 160.
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Savage Two 012814
DJ Savage and Sandra Laffoon after sentencing Monday.
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Savage One 012814
DJ Savage sentencing. District Judge James B. Wheelis, left, Savage and County Attorney Bernard Cassidy.
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Basketball Olds 012814
Senior guard Nathan Olds drives on Noxon's Corey Tessier in third quarter Saturday during Throwback Night.
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Basketball Johnston 012814
The Lady Trojans win the opening tip with Caitlin Johnston, left, and Noxon's Zoey Osborne Saturday during Throwback Night at Troy High School.
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Basketball Germany 012814
Dayln Germany drives in and scores (12-5), first quarter vs. T-Falls. Erica Sorlie, right.
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New medical center
Frances Sauer, 99, the first housekeeper at St. John's Lutheran Hospital in Libby, gets a tour of Cabinet View Medical Center Saturday with the help of her son-in-law Bruce Carrier.
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Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby
Grant Crawford, right, who works in the Imaging Department, led a tour of the new Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby on Saturday.
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Ride Lacefield
Keela Lacefield, 3, leads the way followed closely by her mother Janelle and Kenna, 1, Wednesday afternoon on the path behind the mill. There were quite a few people out taking advantage of the unusually warm temps for mid January.
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Hospital Tour Two
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center conducted an open house Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Grant Crawford conducting the "Grand Tour."
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Hospital Tour One
Frances Sauer, 99, the first housekeeper at St. John's Lutheran Hospital gets a tour of Cabinet View Medical Center Saturday with the help of her son-in-law Bruce Carrier.
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Basketball Johnston
Caitlin Johnston controls a second quarter defensive rebound vs. Eureka 1-17-14
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Butler, Amy
Amy Butler left, and her attorney Ann German. Amy pleads guilty 1-13-14
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Wrestle Chapel
Garret Chapel vs. C-Falls' Jason Williams at 170
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Butler, Amy
Amy Butler left, and her attorney Ann German. Amy pleads guilty 1-13-14
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Basketball Winslow
Jared Winslow, left, and Frenchtown's Quintin Mazzola fourth quarter.
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Basketball Rohrich Compilation
Freshman Sami Rohrich receiving the US Bank Sportsmanship Recognition Award during the matchup with Bigfork Friday evening.
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Basketball Rohrich Award
Sami Rohrich received the US Bank Sportsmanship Recognition Award during the matchup with Bigfork Friday evening. (Katie Lundin presenting the award.)
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Basketball Rohrich
Sami Rohrich received the US Bank Sportsmanship Recognition Award during the matchup with Bigfork Friday evening. (Katie Lundin presenting the award.)
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Basketball Hickman
Gabe Hickman passes to Gage Tallmadge on thie third quarter play vs. Bigfork 1-10-13
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Basketball Gallagher
Junior Devon Gallagher tied up with Emma Pyron fourth quarter jump ball vs. Frenchtown.
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Council Oath
Libby City Council members Brent Teske, left, Barbara Desch and Robin Benson take oath of office
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Basketball Wally
Logger basketball Coach Wally Winslow.
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Basketball Roach
Libby's Devon Gallagher tries to wrest the ball from Troy's Olivia Roach in first quarter action 1-4-14
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Basketball Lundin
Senior guard Kellie Lundin in control first quarter vs. Libby 1-4-14
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Basketball Quinn
Senior Taylor Quinn, surrounded by Lady Trojans, puts one through the hoop (14-1) second quarter 1-4-14.
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Basketball Foul
Fouled out, Sean Opland, left and Gabe Hickman.
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Basketball Curtiss
Junior Michael Curtiss shot won't go, fouled, 2 for 2 from the line, 19-13 Libby, second quarter vs. Troy 1-4-14.
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Basketball Cielak
Sophomore guard Jonny Cielak drives past Troy's Ryan Huffman in second quarter 1-4-14
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Basketball Brown
Junior Taylor Brown passes around Libby's Shyla Stevenson to Makaylin Randall second quarter vs. Libby 1-4-14.
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Francom Two
Jacob Francom, principal Troy High School.
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Francom Three
Jacob Francom, principal Troy High School
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Francom One
Jacob Francom, principal Troy High School
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Basketball Gallagher Two
Devon Gallagher drives on Katie Fyall in first quarter vs. Whitefish. Gallagher started the scoring with a 3-pointer.
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Basketball Gallagher
Junior Devon Gallagher lays it up for 2 in the first quarter Saturday evening vs. Whitefish. The Lady Loggers prevail 49-30.
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Basketball Tallmadge
A wild Gage Tallmadge drives in, shot won't go, 4th quarter with 6 minutes remaining vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars, 12-12-13.
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Basketball Metz
Bruce Metz in third quarter heavy traffic vs. Stillwater Christian 12-12-13.
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Basketball Stevenson
Junior Shyla Stevenson pulls down a third quarter defensive rebound vs. Whitefish Saturday.
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Basketball Pierce
Double high 5's for Sarah Pierce during the match-up with Stillwater Christian Thursday, Dec. 12. Coach Justin Young, left.
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Basketball Johnson Two
Junior guard Collin Johnson scores on a layup in first quarter vs. Whitefish.
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Basketball Johnson Three
Collin Johnson's layup won't go, fouled, 1 for 2 from the line, makes it 16-12 Bulldogs 12-21-13. E.J. Havens, left, Johnson and Alex Wilson.
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Basketball Johnson
Junior Collin Johnson first quarter layup attempt vs. Whitefish.
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Basketball Gallagher Two
Devon Gallagher drives on Katie Fyall in first quarter vs. Whitefish. Gallagher started the scoring with a 3-pointer.
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Basketball Gallagher
Junior Devon Gallagher lays it up for 2 in the first quarter Saturday evening vs. Whitefish. The Lady Loggers prevail 49-30.
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Wrestle Higareda
Skyler Higareda by pin in 1st period over Eureka's Lance Brannon at 138. (Ref Dean Thompson)
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Wrestle Bowers
Josh Bowers by pin in the 3rd, over Eureka's Joe Feher at 170.
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Cop Shop Ruddock
Talon Miguel, left, gets acquainted with his shopping partner Deputy Cathy Ruddock during Shop With a Cop day Thursday at Libby Elementary.
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Cop Shop Bowe
Sheriff Roby Bowe helps 8-year-old second-grader Lexi Afseth pick out a necklace for her mom at Hometown Variety Thursday during Shop with a Cop Day.
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Cop Shop Afseth
Sheriff Roby Bowe, left, wanders the aisles of Hometown Variety with 8-year-old second-grader Lexi Afseth, right, as Chelsea Bowe keeps the budget, during Shop with a Cop Day Thursday.
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Baucus
Gary Roberts, left, and Sen. Max Baucus at CARD Clinic, Oct. 24, 2012.
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Wreck Two
John Heinlein discusses how the rollover occurred with MHP Bryce Ford Monday morning after rolling his 2002 Chevy S10 at about the one mile marker on River Road. Heinlein hit a bit of black ice as he rounded the corner on his way to work at about 8:20.
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Wreck One
John Heinlein searches for personal belongings Monday morning after rolling his 2002 Chevy S10 at about the one mile marker on River Road. Heinlein hit a bit of black ice as he rounded the corner (background) on his way to work at about 8:20.
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Davidson headshot
Johnny Davidson heads to Belgrade this weekend to being training.
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Buck Doe
Sara Radabah and her spike doe. Shot with a 7mm-.08
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Basketball Winslow
Jared Winslow's hasty jump shot in the second quarter won't go vs Thompson Falls. 1-10-13
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Basketball Tallmadge
A wild Gage Tallmadge drives in, shot won't go, 4th quarter with 6 minutes remaining vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars, 12-12-13.
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Basketball Roach
Olivia Roach on the drive in third quarter vs. Stillwater Christian Cougars 12-12-13.
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Basketball Metz
Bruce Metz in third quarter heavy traffic vs. Stillwater Christian 12-12-13.
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Basketball Andersen
Time out during Stillwater Christian game with Bruce Metz, left, Nathan Olds and Coach Cory Andersen.
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Wrestle Crace Two
Zach Crace by pin in second period vs.Frenchtown 1-19-13.
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Stop Sign
It's true, the north-south stop signs on Mineral Avenue and Fifth Street are...............gone.
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Mike and Gabe's Ray
Ray Hollingsworth smiles as he shows off the Lodge Room of Mike and Gabe's.
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Mike and Gabe's Pizza
Matt Hollingsworth and his wife Nichole explain how the pizza oven works, spitting out pizzas in 2.5 minutes at 900 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Mike and Gabe's Nichole Two
Matt and Nichole Hollingsworth of Mike and Gabe's.
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Mike and Gabe's Nichole
Matt and Nichole Hollingsworth.
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Mike and Gabe's Two
The man behind Mike and Gabe's, Matt Hollingsworth, standing in the Smoke House Room.
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Mike and Gabe's Matt
The man behind Mike and Gabe's, Matt Hollingsworth, standing in the Smoke House Room.
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Voices Meyer
A Traditional Christmas at Libby's Memorial Center Sunday evening included soloist Julie Meyer singing "Blue Christmas."
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Voices Smith
Tony Smith, left, and Julie Meyer sing "Mary Did You Know" with Nita Smith on paino and Dr. Bill Cuskelly on mandolin.
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Voices Choir
Under the direction of Lorraine Braun the Libby Children's Select Choir sand "Santa Fever."
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Doc Sighting In
Dr. Jay Maloney sighting in his brand new Kimber 7mm-08. 10-2-07
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Moose Drool
The anticipation of a tasty leaf causes this young moose to salivate. (where moose drool comes from)
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Moose
A breakfast of juniper with Mom and Junior Mint. These two were strolling along Louisiana Avenue Sunday morning just south of McDonald's.
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KRR Meyer
Julie Meyer singing with Tony Smith during 8th annual Kootenai River Rhythm concert 11-13-10
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KRR Men of Troy
Men of Troy perform during 8th annual Kootenai River Rhythm concert 11-13-10
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Tracee
Tracee Peterson takes time out for a photo with fellow co-workers from Main Street Perk with Jada Schnetter, left, Makaylin Randall, Peterson, Hailey Peterson, Ronda Colgan and Cathy McCann.
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Award Soccer
All State soccer players Johnny Davidson, left, and Jason Schnackenberg.
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Fire Posts Trailer Court
Fully engulfed motor home at Posts Trailer Court space 28. Fire Chief Tom Wood in foreground.
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Award Peterson
Hailey Peterson receives the Most Inspirational award from girls soccer Coach Joe Cik for suiting up and playing despite personal tragedy.
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Award Barrick
MVP and four year letter winner XCountry Cody Barrick, receives his award from Coach Rod Tempel.
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Award Golf
All Conference with Morgan Wilkins, left, and Jonny Cielak.
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Tracee Three
Tracee Peterson gets a supportive hug from Yvonne Resch Saturday evening at Morrison Elementary.
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Tracee Six
Tracee Peterson poses with a few of her co-workers from Main Street Perk with Jada Schnetter, left, Makaylin Randall, Tracee, Hailey Peterson, Ronda Colgan, Cathy McCann and Jamie McCann.
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Tracee Four
Tracee Peterson takes a moment for a photo op with cousin, Michelle Hanson, left, and aunt, Linda Hanson right.
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Tracee Five
Dylan Peterson gets a supportive hug from his big sister Hailey!
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Reckin Two
Junior Jessica Miller, left, and advanced biology teacher Gene Reckin, inspect a small crop of brassica, part of a genetics experiment in cross pollenation and long term plant breeding. (Paul Sievers photo/Western News)
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Reckin
Advanced biology teacher Gene Reckin, left, holding a female grizzly bear skull, explains how to determine the age of the bear. Students pictured include Lily Feeback and India Croucher. (Paul Sievers photo/Western News)
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Reckin Three
Advanced biology teacher Gene Reckin, second from left, holding a female grizzly bear skull explains how to age the animal. Johnny Davidson, left, India Croucher center, (white sweater) and Lily Feeback right (camo jacket).
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Lady Trojan spikers bow out in divisionals
Troy volleyball fell out of the divisional tournament in Florence last Thursday when it lost in straight sets to Florence and Thompson Falls. The team ended the season 5-14. The photo was taken during a Sept. 7 match against Mission.
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Volleyball Team
Time out during the match vs. Mission Sept. 7.
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Vets Swagger
American Legion Post 97 honor guard with muzzle flash by William Swagger Jr.
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Vets Mancuso
Ken Mancuso, left, receives a check from Sierra Westlund, center, and Taylor Cook.
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Vets Lamantia
VFW Post 1548 member Lorenzo Lamantia readies Old Glory during the Venterans Day ceremony at Libby Cemetery Monday morning.
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Vets Gruber
Veterans Ken Mancuso, left, and Bob Gruber listen to speaker Terry Andreessen.
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Vets Faulkner
Patrick Faulkner of Boy Scout Troop 1971, places a wreath as Stella Sharp, left, and Maria Wegner look on.
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Ross Creek Cedars
Visitor from Arizona, Debby Myers, enjoys a moment at Ross Creek Cedars Oct. 30.
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Miller
Junior Jessica Miller, left, and advanced biology teacher Gene Reckin, inspect a small crop of brassica, part of a genetics experiment in cross pollenation and long term plant breeding. (Paul Sievers photo/Western News)
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Reckin
Advanced biology teacher Gene Reckin, left, holding a female grizzly bear skull, explains how to determine the age of the bear. Students pictured include Lily Feeback and India Croucher. (Paul Sievers photo/Western News)
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Revett Mine
Tim Lindsay, left, during mine tour Aug. 24, 2012.
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Fire Dixie Three
An emotional Donna O'Neil, left, describes how she and her sister Jackie Drake put out the kitchen fire at the home of their mother, Dixie Sichting. (husband Jim O'Neil right)
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Fire Dixie One
Burned chair, carpet, wall, refrigerator door that won't close because the grating burned and warped the door and resulting smoke damage are all remnants of what could have been the total destruction of the house at 6616 Pipe Creek Road belonging to Dixie Sichting.
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Fire Dixie Four
The offending office chair which sat too close the wood stove and caught fire.
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Council Orr
DC Orr addresses Libby City Council 11-4-13
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Council Nelson
Jennifer Nelson addresses Libby City Council 11-4-13.
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Volleyball Libby
Pre-game huddle with Dayln Germany, left, Devon Gallagher, Hailley Moe, Hannah England, Mahalah Wedel, Staci Regh and Kelsey Klin vs. Whitefish 10-26-13.
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Volleyball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher blocks for game point (25-17) of second game vs. Whitefish 10-26-13
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Football Winslow
Quarterback Jared Winslow with a gain of 4 in second quarter vs. Whitefish. Bulldogs Brian FauntLeRoy center, and Logan Wynn on the tackle.
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Football Jones
Pass complete to Isaak Jones in thrid quarter, rushes to the Whitefish 27-yard line 10-25-13.
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Football Waldron
Austen Waldron on the carry vs. Cut Bank 9-20-13.
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Freezer
Warren Winn of Libby Heating and Cooling studies the assembly manual of the 10'x14' walk-in freezer Thursday as crews prepare to unload the three crates totaling 2,802 lbs.
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Bluehawk football
Senior Nate Norris carries the ball in the first quarter against Troy. Thompson Falls would lose the game 12-42 despite their good effort.
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Football Opland
Sophomore Sean Opland on the carry for a gain of 8 in first quarter action vs. Thompson Falls.
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Football Bowers
Josh Bowers on the carry third quarter vs. Columbia Falls.
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EDIT Bike
Janet Grachal, left, Jim Williamson and Dennis Ratcliff await the start of the third annual Le Tour de Koocanusa Saturday morning on the David Thompson bridge below Libby Dam.
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Doc Rice
Dr. Gregory Rice left, and medical student Marc Schwartz.
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Volleyball Lundin
Senior Katie Lundin on a pass from Megan Hight Tuesday vs. Stillwater. Cougars in three games: 16-25, 12-25, 19-25.
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Volleyball Germany
Junior Dayln Germany kill shot second game vs. C-Falls 10-10-13.
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Volleyball Rohrich
Sami Rohrich kill shot in 3rd game vs. Plains Saturday. The Lady Trojans were all pink Saturday evening and defeated Plains in five games: 22-25, 25-18, 20-25, 25-23, 15-11.
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Volleyball Garrison
Brenna Garrison passing in 4th game vs. Plains Saturday. The Lady Trojans were all pink Saturday evening and defeated Plains in five games: 22-25, 25-18, 20-25, 25-23, 15-11.
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PIP Williams
Dexter Williams leading the way after crossing the Haul bridge during Saturday's Paint It Pink Fun Run/Walk.
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PIP Puckett
Ladies in tutus and grown men in pink robes with Anne Nicks and Brandon Puckett.
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PIP Nicks
Saturday's Paint It Pink Fun Run/Walk was full of good times, good friends and all for a great cause. Anne Nicks, left, and Riki Thompson.
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PIP Moose
Teri Kelly and "Moose" the wirehaired griffon.
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PIP Barrick
Cody Barrick, left, and Marc Schwartz lead the pack at the start of Saturday's Paint It Pink Fun Run/Walk.
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PIP Johanson
Glacier Bank's John Johanson ties a pink balloon to the finish line of Saturday's Paint It Pink Fun Run/Walk
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Obit Barrick
Cody Barrick, left, and Marc Schwartz lead the pack at the start of Saturday's Paint It Pink Fun Run/Walk.
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Football Miller
Michael Miller, center, and Gage Tallmadge go high and low to tackle Cut Bank's Jess Ray Sept. 20.
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Football Maefau
D.J. Maefau tackling Anaconda's Dylan Flack Sept. 6
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Soccer Randall
Makaylin Randall vs. Bigfork Sept. 24.
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King and Queen Troy
Troy's homecoming King and Queen Levi Lawson, left, and Andrea Mack.
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Homecoming Royalty
Mason Chapel, left, Gabe Hickman, Kellie Lundin, Ben Haggerty, Cheyenne Jordan, Princess Allie Brown, Prince Ty Hight, King Levi Lawson, Queen Andrea Mack, Luke Haggerty, Katie Lundin, Becca Rotolo, Nathan Olds, Megan Hight, Bruce Metz and Baylee Burk.
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Homecoming Hickman
King and Queen nominees Gabe Hickman and Kellie Lundin.
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Football Huffman
Ryan Huffman tackling James Rulison in 4th quarter action vs. Plains.
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Football Fans Troy
Kyla Grose, left, and Trinette Todd cheer on the Trojans Friday evening during homecoming.
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Soccer Leggiins
Holly Leggins struggles for control with Polson's Alana Fox 9-19-13.
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Soccer Davidson
Sophomore forward Johnny Davidson gets a celebratory hug from teammate Colin Maloney after scoring his second goal of the day vs. Bigfork Tuesday afternoon. (first half action) The Loggers went on to defeat the Vikings 2-0.
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Little Library
Visiting World Herald photographer Kent Sievers checks out the Little Free Library on Fifth Street Extension Aug. 4. A second Little Library is located on Mineral Avenue in Troy near the high school.
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Homecoming Two
Homecoming Queen Keeli Green and King Jason Schnackenberg.
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Homecoming One
Skylar Higareda, left, Taylor Quinn, Josh Bowers, Brooklyn Rosling, Queen Keeli Green, King Jason Schnackenberg, Kari Lindgren, Dalton Brown, Cassidy McCoy and Patrick Faulkner. Crown bearers center front, Gabrielle Rose and Ian Thom.
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Football Robertson
Hard-charging Nic Robertson vs. Bonners Ferry 8-31-13
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Soccer Leggins
Holly Leggins struggles for control with Polson's Alana Fox 9-19-13.
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Soccer Johnson
Junior midfielder Collin Johnson header off of a Jason Schnackenberg inbound pass in first half vs. Polson 9-19-13.
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Soccer Goldston
Justus Goldston, center, gets a celebratory hug from teammates Colin Maloney, left, and Isaiah Sickler after scoring in the second half vs. Polson Thursday afternoon. The Loggers went on to win the contest 2-0.
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Football Miller
Fifty-eight yard pass complete to Michael Miller first quarter vs Cut Bank 9-20-13.
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Football Haggerty
Luke Haggerty kickoff return to the Troy 45-yard line vs. Cut Bank 9-20-13.
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Volleyball Walker
Sophomore Ashley Walker serves up her third of 5 straight aces in the second game vs. Troy Tuesday evening. Her total aces for the evening numbered 10.
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Volleyball Lundin
Senior Katie Lundin sends the ball over in first game vs. Libby 9-17-13.
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Runnerfell Benner
Annika Benner, 7, received a little advice and exchanged "knucks" with her father, Monty, prior to her Runnerfell race last Friday.
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Runnerfell Kurle
Jacquelin Kurle, winner of the 2013 Youth Runnerfell T-shirt design contest.
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Runnerfell Folk
A smiling Westin Folk, 5, speeds toward the finish line Friday at Libby Elementary during Runnerfell 2013.
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Nordic KQ
Nordicfest 2013 Queen and King, Barb and Dave Swenson during the Bunad Procession Friday.
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Nordic Governor
Montana Governor Steve Bullock shakes hands with Stan Hauck Saturday during the Nordicfest parade.
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Nordic Curtiss and Governor
Cynthia Curtiss left, and Montana Governor Steve Bullock during the Nordicfest parade lineup Saturday.
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Nordic Benitz
Alvin Benitz waves to the crowd from high atop the Hyster lumber carrier during the Nordicfest parade Saturday.
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Flag Pole Lundin
Kellie Lundin, left, and Allie Coldwell, right, raise the flag as Phillip Lundin, left and Katie Lundin look on during the Bobby Coldwell flagpole dedication Friday at Morrison Elementary.
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Flat Pole
Phillip Lundin, left, Kellie Lundin, Katie Lundin, Allie Coldwell and Allison Lundin prepare to raise the flag Friday afternoon during the Bobby Coldwell flagpole dedication at Morrison Elementary.
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Nordic Steele
Libby's Candy Steele pauses while readying her "Glass Artery" booth Thursday afternoon in preparation for Nordicfest. Steele has been making stained glass items for the past 33 years.
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Football Krisanov
Tarasik Krisanov tackling Dylan Flack 2nd quarter action vs. Anaconda 9-6-13
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Fishin' Blackburn
Dave Blackburn guides the Kootenai Saturday, Aug. 31.
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Troll Wilkinson
Nordicfest Princess Annie Wilkinson reads from "Trouble with Trolls" to the combined third grade classes of Miss Coy and Mrs. MacKay Monday afternoon at Morrison Elementary. Casey Kansler, center, seems especially mesmerized.
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Troll Saloman
Gabe Saloman, third-grader from Miss Coy's class shows off the troll mask he made Monday afternoon at Morrison Elementary. Freda Howard and Nordicfest Princess Annie Wilkinson kept the third grade classes of Miss Coy and Mrs. MacKay entertained Monday making troll face masks, a bit of troll mythology, a short …
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Football Winslow
Senior quarterback Jared Winslow on a keeper for a first down in fourth quarter vs. Anaconda.
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Football Maefau
Senior D.J. Maefau tackles Dylan Flack in second quarter action vs. Anaconda Friday.
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Football Opland
Sophomore running back Sean Opland first quarter vs. Conrad.
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Football Hickman
Senior quarterback Gabe Hickman down to the Cowboy 4 yard line during second quarter action Friday.
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Volleyball Garrison
Brenna Garrison passing in first game vs. Libby 9-3-13
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Volleyball Craig
Junior Hailey Craig serving third game vs. Troy 9-3-13
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Park Restroom Concrete
Mike Thorne, left , and Ryan Sadewasser of Riley Excavating, remove the concrete forms from the newly poured Riverfront Park restroom sidewalk in August. The contractor was not paid for the tint of the concrete because it was determined to be the wrong color.
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Football Jones
Quarterback Jared Winslow finds Isaak Jones for a touchdown pass in the first quarter to put the Loggers up by 6 vs. Bonners Ferry Saturday night.
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Football Bowers
Josh Bowers post game vs. Bonners Ferry.
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Disc Golf Swanson
Cole Swanson of Spokane, Wash., takes his final shot at No. 3 during the Montana Disc Golf State Championships held in Libby and Troy last weekend.
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Disc Golf Green
Open Pro disc golfer Brandon Green of Spokane, Wash., hits the 260-foot, par 3 No. 2 basket during the Montana Disc Golf State Championships held in Libby and Troy Saturday. Mr. Green took home $165.
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Disc Golf Brumbaugh
Libby's Richard Brumbaugh takes his second shot on No. 1, a par 3, during the Montana Disc Golf State Championships Saturday at Libby Dam.
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Cross Country Topaz
Junior Billy Topaz competing during the Libby Invitational cross country meet at Airfield Park Saturday. The meet included teams from Timberlake, Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Columbia Falls, Whitefish, Glacier and Libby.
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Football Robertson
Hard-charging Nic Robertson plows through the Badger line during the opening kickoff to start the 2013 football season.
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Football Troy Offense
Troy's offensive line with Gabe Hickman at QB during practice Tuesday afternoon.
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Football Troy Dasios
Head Coach Jim Dasios speaking with junior quarterback Gabe Hickman during practice Tuesday afternoon.
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Football Team
Your 2013 Trojan football team with Assistant Coach Dallas Carr, left, and Head Coach Jim Dasios during practice Tuesday afternoon.
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Football Scott
Receiver Pate Scott on a pass from quarterback Gabe Hickman during practice Tuesday afternoon.
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Back to School Troy McCann
Brand new fifth grader Ben McCann checks out his desk in Mrs. Winslow's room Tuesday evening during open house at Morrison Elementary.
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Back to School - Troy
W. F. Morrison Principal Diane Rewerts, beginning her first year as the top administrator at the school, talks with Dawn and Michael Pattie during an open house Tuesday night at the elementary school. Rewerts isn’t the only new feature at the school, as a fresh exterior coat of Trojan school …
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Tennis Thrasher
Troy's Kiara Thrasher, 6, works on her backhand Wednesday during summer tennis lessons at Libby's community tennis courts.
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Football Preview
Pass complete to senior Will Davey for a TD during Polson's lopsided 44-0 victory over Libby October 12, 2012.
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Wreck Two
Libby volunteer firefighter Scott Beagle spreads absorbent during the cleanup process following the accident Monday morning between a Dodge Nitro, left, and a Pontiac Grand Am just north of Hwy 2 on California Avenue.
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Wreck
Libby Police Officer John Powell gathers information Monday following the accident between a Dodge Nitro, left, and a Pontiac Grand Am just north of Hwy 2 on California Avenue.
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Le Tour Two
DTSR member Susan Ague, left, points out the food and hydration stops to early birds Suzi Olson, center, and Paige Smith who were riding in memory of Smith's son, Derek Nelson.
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Le Tour One
Janet Grachal, left, Jim Williamson and Dennis Ratcliff await the start of the third annual Le Tour de Koocanusa Saturday morning on the David Thompson bridge below Libby Dam.
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Le Tour Three
Bart Klika, left, and Aaron Gingerelli approach the turnout on the Forest Development Road overlooking Libby Dam Saturday during their first climb of the third annual 83-mile Le Tour de Koocanusa.
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Fire Two
LVFD firefighter Brady Fiscus sends a stream of water onto the house fire at 311 Idaho Sunday morning.
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Fire Three
Nick Whiteman, left, Brady Fiscus and Jason Sunell, house fire at 311 Idaho, Sunday, Aug. 4, 2013
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Fire One
Jason Place, left, Neil Benson and Timothy Kim at work on the house fire at 311 Idaho Sunday.
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Park Restroom
Mike Thorne, left , and Ryan Sadewasser of Riley Excavating, remove the concrete forms from the newly-poured Riverfront Park restroom sidewalk early Thursday morning.
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Rodeo Wildcat
Blake Wildcat-Buffalo had a tough time with his "Prom Date" Saturday night during the Kootenai River Rodeo.
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Rodeo Miller, J.
Justin Miller of Billings won the bareback competition Saturday with an 85-point ride aboard the horse known as "Blazer."
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Rodeo Miller
Justin Miller of Billings atop the bucking horse "Blazer" winner of the bareback competition with a ride worth 85 points.
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Rodeo Gollaher
There are times when steer wrestling doesn't go quite as planned. And so it was for Mike Gollaher of Cascade Saturday night at the Kootenai River Rodeo!
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Rodeo Dobbs
Dusti Rice-Thompson, left, Doug Dobbs, Louise Rice and Glenn Dobbs
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Rodeo Fullen
Christy Fullen of Bozeman turned in a winning time of 17:42 in the barrel racing competition Saturday evening.
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Rodeo Billingsley
J. Billingsley of Glasgow, turned in a time of 12:00 in the tie down roping Saturday.
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Rodeo Andreessen
Ryan Andreessen, left, and Louise Rice
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Homestead Akin
Cliff Akin shows off a few of the items found around the place during the 100 year celebration of the Cliff Akin Homestead in Troy Saturday. Included in the display was an aerial map, homestead application and a bear trap.
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Hotel Libby Wedding
The prettiest little wedding you ever did see occurred at Hotel Libby at high noon Thursday, July 25, 2013, between Twyla Burger and Jon Koerber. The first wedding at the hotel in 50-plus years. Lincoln County Commissioner Tony Berget performed the ceremony.
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Dr. Lance Ercanbrack aka Dr. Rodeo
Dr. Lance Ercanbrack, a surgeon at St. John's Lutheran Hospital, will be at the rodeo arena this weekend. Ercanbrack volunteers his time to render care to cowboys during the Kootenai River Rodeo.
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Baseball Haggerty
Andrew Haggerty, left, exchanges base hit "knucks" with Josh Foote top of the fifth inning in Saturday's Loggers/Legends alumni game.
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Rendezvous Nielsen
Ahhhhhhhhhh, the Kootenai Muzzleloaders' 16th Annual Two Rivers Rendezvous at Fawn Creek Campground. A very pleasant time-period authentic weekend to which Ellen Nielsen, left, and Gwenyth Salyer can attest.
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Rendezvous Peck
Donna Peck of Charlo demonstrates the operation of an inkle loom as Gwenyth Salyer looks on Saturday during the Kootenai Muzzleloaders' 16th annual Two Rivers Rendezvous at Fawn Creek Campground.
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Rendezvous Fielder
District 7 State Senator Jennifer Fielder, right, looks on as her husband Paul cleans his 50 cal. flintlock rifle Saturday during the 16th annual Two Rivers Rendezvous at Fawn Creek Campground.
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Baseball Winslow
Winslow bunt second game of doubleheader vs. Glacier 7-21-13
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Baseball Last Game
It was the last home game for these four young men Sunday at Lee Gehring field. Josh Foote, left, Dylan Berget, Andrew Haggerty and Micah Germany.
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Baseball Germany
Micah Germany's last time on the mound on the home field, top of the seventh inning, second game of a double header vs. Glacier Twins 7-20-13
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Junior Fair Hoff
Dahlia Smith, left, helps Halle Hoff, 6, register for the 2013 Junior Fair Thursday morning as Ethan Hoff and Raina Hoff look on. (Kayla Hoff, 8, in far corner)
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Baseball Germany
Micah Germany at the plate vs. Strathmore Reds July 9.
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Bash Strom
Molly Strom enjoying the music of Night Ranger during the CARD Foundation's third annual Big Sky Bash Saturday evening.
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Bash Hoekstra
Night Ranger Band members Brad Gillis, left, Joel Hoekstra and Kelly Keagy Saturday evening during the third annual Big Sky Bash at J. Neils Park.
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Bash Gray
Phil Gray drove all the way from Moscow, Idaho, for the third annual Big Sky Bash Saturday at J. Neils Park.
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Bash Gillis
Brad Gillis, left, and Jack Blades of Night Ranger.
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Bash Grande
Tina Grande, left, and Stacy Salmonsen enjoy the acoustic guitar of Kip Winger during the third annual Big Sky Bash at J. Neils Park Saturday.
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Baseball Winslow
Jared Winslow is greeted by an outpouring of the Logger dugout after his 2 RBI homer in the bottom of the sixth vs. Kalispell A 7-9-13. (10-4)
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Baseball Johnson
Great effort by second baseman Collin Johnson third out top of the fifth vs Strathmore 7-9-12.
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Zipper
The city-owned Asphalt Zipper is used on Pipe Creek Road.
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Moon
Libby Logger full moon over Lee Gehring field Saturday evening.
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Head On Dull
Wendell Dull, left, driver of the Dodge pickup, Officer John Powell, and driver of the Ford dump truck Barb White.
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Head On
Officer John Powell, left, and Police Chief Jim Smith, right, investigate a head-on collision between a Dodge Ram 1500 pickup driven by Wendell Dull and a Ford F-750 dump truck driven by Barb White of Environmental Restoration. Crash occurred in front of the Libby Chamber of Commerce building at approximately …
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Head On
Officer John Powell, left, and Police Chief Jim Smith, right, investigate a head-on collision between a Dodge Ram 1500 pickup driven by Wendell Dull and a Ford F-750 dump truck driven by Barb White of Environmental Restoration. Crash occurred in front of the Libby Chamber of Commerce building at approximately …
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Head On Dull
Wendell Dull, left, driver of the Dodge pickup, Officer John Powell, and driver of the Ford dump truck Barb White, right. The accident occurred about 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 2. According to police, both Dull and White received citations in the accident that occurred in front of the Libby Area …
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Head-On
Officer John Powell, left, and Police Chief Jim Smith, right, investigate a head-on collision between a Dodge Ram 1500 pickup driven by Wendell Dull and a Ford F-750 dump truck driven by Barb White of Environmental Restoration. Crash occurred in front of the Libby Chamber of Commerce building at approximately …
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Trees Rogers J.
Mike Norris, right, wrapping a white pine seedling. Joel Rogers, left prepares them for shipment.
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Trees Rogers
Northwest Montana Tree Company's Joel Rogers places a white pine seedling inside a tube for shipping Friday.
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Froggy
An itty-bitty frog enjoys the cool, damp weather atop an overturned wheelbarrow Thursday morning.
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Jeff Gruber
Deputy Clerk and Recorder Jeannie Dennis, left, Troy City Council candidate Kimberly Rowse right.
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Baseball Reichel
Will Reichel on the mound top of three vs. Kalispell A 6-28-13
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Baseball Haggerty Luke
Luke Haggerty doubles on the 1-2 pitch bottom of the first with one out vs. Kalispell A 6-25-13
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Baseball Haggerty
Jordan Engle's sacrafice bunt sends teammate Brandon Purdy to second base. First baseman Luke Haggerty with first out top of the third vs. Kalispell A 6-25-13.
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Baseball Burkes
Right fielder Cameron Burkes with a running catch for the third out top of the fourth vs. Kalispell A 6-25-13.
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Candidate Rowse
Deputy Clerk and Recorder Jeannie Dennis, left, Troy City Council candidate Kimberly Rowse right.
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Baseball Reichel
Will Reichel on the mound top of three vs. Kalispell A 6-28-13
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Logger Myers
Trent Riddle, 6, Julie Myers and Gracie Lynn Myers, 4 wave to family members far below while riding the Ferris wheel Saturday at the Logger Days carnival.
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Logger Jager
Erin Jager, left, and Crystal Haines aboard Paradise Carnival's "Paratrooper" Saturday during Logger Days 2013.
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Logger James
Jordan James, 8, got a little wild and crazy Saturday aboard Paradise Carnival's "Yoyo."
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Logger Gassett
Addisyn Gassett, 2, had a great time aboard the kiddie cars.
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Edgmon Three
Jeffrey Rebo, left, THS 2011 graduate and Clay Edgmon.
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Baseball Winslow
Pitcher Jared Winslow shakes hands with catcher Micah Germany after defeating the Lewiston Cubs 2-0 in seven innings.
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Baseball Reichel
Shortstop Will Reichel tags Cubs' designated hitter Logan Chance at second top of fifth inning vs Lewiston enroute to a 2-0 victory Saturday.
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Logger Water
Maicy Munro-Svendsbye, 8, right, gets a little help from LVFD firefighter Nick Whiteman, center, in her Logger Days water fight with Kyle Svendsbye, left. Winners received a $1 coupon good for any Logger Days vendor.
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Logger Slide
Avary Rose, 8, left, and Cora Byrd 7, test out their "flying" carpets Thursday evening at the Paradise Carnival.
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Logger Plane
Ethan Erickson, 7, contemplates his next aerial maneuver.
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Logger Lawn
Andy Schlund, left, and Keiton Julson test their lawnmower racers.
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Fishin Wilkinson
What better way to spend the day than fishing with dad! And Tom Wilkinson and his son Caleb, 9, did exactly that Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park during Kids' Fishing Day.
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Fishin Nordwick
Alyssa Nordwick, 7, of Libby, seemed well pleased with her 10.2-ounce rainbow she caught Saturday during the Kids' Fishing Day at Troy's Roosevelt Park. The event, put on by Fish Wildlife & Parks, the Forest Service and Army Corps of Engineers, included a casting contest, hotdogs for the hungry, random …
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Fishin Johnson
Jesse Johnson admires his catch Saturday during Kids' Fishing Day at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Fishin Brant
Cameron Foote, right, helps Makayla Brant unhook her fish as Farrahl Johnson looks on during Kids' Fishing Day Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Fishin Jellesed
And with a mighty tug and a little help from her father Mike, Kirsti Jellesed, 4, landed her second rainbow Saturday during Kids' Fishing Day at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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June 15
Andrew Haggerty, left, exchanges base hit "knucks" with Josh Foote top of the fifth inning in Saturday's Loggers/Legends alumni game.
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Baseball Laffoon
Legends lefty Brandon Laffoon is all smiles as he heads for home plate after an inside the park home run bottom of the fourth.
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Baseball Haggerty
Centerfielder Andrew Haggerty with the first out bottom of the seventh during the Alumni game Saturday afternoon.
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Baseball Germany
Micah Germany pitching bottom of first inning in Saturday's alumni game.
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Baseball Foss
Legends' lefty Scott Foss with a double RBI to center bottom of the first inning.
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Logger Skymaster Too
Ethan Beck, left, and Colton Howard aboard the "Skymaster" ride at the Paradise Carnival during Logger Days Saturday.
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Logger Ramsey
Chrissy Ramsey of Naches, Wash., partnered with Lauren Bergman turn in a time of 17.185 in the women's double buck competition Saturday.
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Logger Race
Saturday's brief rainstorm added a new dimension to the Logger Days lawnmower races, mud!
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Logger Marcellus
Alvie Marcellus, 70, springboard.
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Logger Moses
David Moses, Falls City, Wash., springboard competition.
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Logger Lawn Mower Races
Even the kids were racing lawnmowers!
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Logger Coaster
Olivia Smith, left and Melissa Munroe (both 9) of Libby, aboard the roller coaster Saturday at the Paradise Carnival.
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Logger Bergman
The newlywed team of Seth and Lauren Bergman during the Ma and Pa race Saturday.
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Hotel Libby
Hotel Libby owner Gail Burger points toward the staircase.
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Bull Tucker
For their size these animals are amazingly agile! Below is Jessie Tucker of Bonners Ferry exiting the bull known as "Mad Dog" Saturday evening during the Incredi-Bull bull riding event at J. Neils Park.
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Bull Shadrick Rich
Hats off to bullfighter Lyle Miller for getting Shadrick Rich of St. Regis out of this predicament Saturday evening. The offending bull was known as "Cake Boss."
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Bull Rich
Shadrick Rich of St. Regis aboard the bull known as "Chumley."
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Bull Kolbaba
Derek Kolbaba of Walla Walla, Wash., aboard the bull known as "Super Size" in the final round.
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Bull Hoefer
Thor Hoefer of Priest River, Ida., went from zero to hero in 8 seconds with his ride atop "Hat Rack" to score 74 points Saturday during the Incredi-Bull bull riding event at J. Neils Park.
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Bull Derek Kolbaba
Derek Kolbaba of Walla Walla, Wash., aboard "The Stitch" with a winning ride of 81 points and a $2,900 paycheck for the evening.
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Baseball Germany
Micah Germany is all smiles as he rounds third base after hitting a 2-run homer in the bottom of the second with one out to tie the game at 2. First of a doubleheader vs. Glacier B Friday evening 6-7-13.
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Winslow Baseball
Ace pitcher Jared Winslow pitching top of the sixth vs Rangers first of a doubleheader 5-28-13. Seventeen years old and seventeen strikeouts in this game.
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Sprinkle
Gloria Sprinkle confers with her attorney Monday in District Court.
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Sprinkle G.
Gloria Sprinkle as she appeared in court April 9, 2012.
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Standoff
Gloria Lee Sprinkle held law-enforcement officials at bay for 19 hours March 26 and 27, 2012.
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Grad Wepprecht
Libby High School Class of 2013 Vice President Lauren Wepprecht speaking on behalf of Salutatorian Makayla Cichosz-King who was unable to attend.
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Grad Reichel
Will Reichel shakes hands with Ellen Johnston after receiving his diploma.
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Grad Nash
Vice Principal Jim Germany, left, and Sarah Nash.
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Baseball Pitcher
It was veterans night at Lee Gehring field last Thursday. The American Legion brought out their Color Guard and Larry Pitcher had the honor of throwing out the first ball.
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Baseball Jones
Second baseman Isaak Jones with a great catch in short right for the first out top of the ninth vs. Kalispell AA 5-30-13.
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Rewerts
Libby High School Principal Rik Rewerts waves to the crowd during the winter activities awards assembly March 6.
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Deersy
This young buck has already begun growing his antlers in anticipation of fall.
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Baseball Winslow
Ace pitcher Jared Winslow pitching top of the sixth vs Rangers first of a doubleheader recently. The 17-year-old Winslow and seventeen strikeouts in this game.
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Troy High School Valedictorian Michaela Curry
Troy High School Class of 2013 Valedictorian Michaela Curry.
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Rewerts
Libby High School Principal Rik Rewerts waves to the crowd during the winter activities awards assembly March 6.
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Memorial Day at Troy Cemetery
Maria Gregory, representing Troy VFW Post 5514, raises the flag during a ceremony Monday at Troy Cemetery.
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Grad Vesta
Troy High School Class of 2013 Honorary Speaker Nia Vestal.
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Grad Higgins
Troy High School Class of 2013 Salutatorian, Holli Higgins.
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Grad Curry
Troy High School Class of 2013 Valedictorian Michaela Curry.
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Baseball Haggerty
Andrew Haggerty with a base hit bottom of the second vs. the Mariners (second of a doubleheader)
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Baseball Lane
Rightfielder Dylan Lane stretches for the second out top of the eighth in the first game of a doubleheader vs. the Mariners.
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Track Olds
Nathan Olds competing at the Libby Invite April 20.
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Track Craig
Hailey Craig competing during the Flathead Dual May 10.
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Sousa Helmrick
Troy senior Jeremy Helmrick receives the John Philip Sousa Award from Music Director Sheri Schweitzer Tuesday evening during the Spring Concert. The award recognizes superior musicianship, dependability, loyalty and cooperation.
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Gov. Bullock at Troy Mine
Tim Lindsey, left, Larry Erickson, Gov. Steve Bullock and Doug Miller.
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Softball Germany
First baseman Dayln Germany with the third out top of third inning vs. Columbia Falls 5-16-13.
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The Brothers Graham
Overcast and 61 degrees, a pleasant day for the Ben Graham Golf Tournament. The Graham brothers John, Steve and Jim teed off at 10:10 Saturday morning.
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Gov. Bullock
Montana Governor Steve Bullock addressing the graduation class of 2013.
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McCormick eighth-graders
McCormick graduates Coral Tucker, left, Karla Horton, Denzel Tucker (at computer) Salvador Rodriguez and Elijah Price.
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Softball Germany
First baseman Dayln Germany with the third out top of third inning vs. Columbia Falls 5-16-13.
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Softball Gallagher
Devon Gallagher's hit in the bottom of the sixth earns her a trip to third base vs. the Wildkats 5-16-13
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McCormick Two
Meet Claire Price, her job at the McCormick School is to fill the hills with the sound of music and her students did just that Friday afternoon. She also doubles as the Spanish language teacher.
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McCormick Three
McCormick School graduates Denzel Tucker, left, Salvador Rodriguez, Elijah Price, Coral Tucker and Karla Horton wait for Gov. Bullock to arrive.
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McCormick Ten
Denzel Tucker receives his diploma from school board member Terry Holmes Friday during graduation ceremonies at the McCormick School.
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McCormick Six
Children at play at the McCormick School with teacher Nikki Eide center.
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McCormick Seven
McCormick School students Logan, left, Rowan and Carter.
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McCormick One
McCormick graduates Coral Tucker, left, Karla Horton, Denzel Tucker (at computer) Salvador Rodriguez and Elijah Price.
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McCormick Nine
Montana Governor Steve Bullock addressing the graduation class of 2013.
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McCormick Group
Claire Price, left, Nikki Eide, Shelly Hoisington, Salvador Rodriguez, Elijah Price, Denzel Tucker, Karla Horton, Governor Steve Bullock, Coral Tucker and Betty Mack.
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McCormick Four
Shelly Hoisington introduced the graduates.
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McCormick Five
Salvador Rodriguez, left, Coral Tucker, Karla Horton, Elijah Price and Denzel Tucker.
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McCormick Eleven
A peek inside the McCormick School complete with a red rope that rings the bell. Children at piano are playing "Chopsticks."
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McCormick Eight
McCormick School student Carter during the national anthem, governor's shoulder at right.
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Graham Mee
Jackie Mee prepares to putt on No. 6, a par 4.
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Graham
Overcast and 61 degrees, a pleasant day for the Ben Graham Golf Tournament. The Graham brothers John, Steve and Jim teed off at 10:10 Saturday morning.
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Perrin May
Perrin shaking hands with Libby track coach Jim May after his 4:09.24 1600, 5-10-13
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Morrison Hermes
Marcus Hermes, 7, hams it up prior to Morrison Elementary's "Star Spangled" Spring Concert Tuesday at the Troy Activity Center.
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Tennis Rogers
Erin Rogers vs. Whitefish at No. 1 singles.
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STOKR Start
Carol Lisle, left, Jim Seifert, Bill Harwood and Dennis Kyle await the start of the 19th annual STOKR Saturday.
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STOKR Wave
Roughly two miles to the finish of the 19th annual STOKR.
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STOKR River
Some of the beautiful scenery encountered along the 98-mile route.
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STOKR Maloney L
Laurie Maloney awaits the start of the 19th annual STOKR Saturday morning.
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STOKR Maloney
Laurie Maloney roughly a quarter mile from the junction of Highway 2 and 56.
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Softball Opland
Breanna Opland's double in the bottom of the third scored Megan Hight Saturday in the first of a doubleheader vs. Ronan.
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STOKR Bank
First Montana Bank's Dave Susanj and Chris duToit traveled from Butte for the STOKR century ride and to celebrate the bank's 100 year history.
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Vote Here
Mill Levy voters at 10:30 a.m. Twelve people in line and five voting.
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Softball Jube
Rachel Rebo, center, smiles as Brooke Rosling, left and Devon Gallagher high-five in celebration of blanking Flathead 10-0 Tuesday afternoon.
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Softball Germany
First baseman Dayln Germany second out top of the first on a throw from pitcher Hannah England vs. Flathead.
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Tennis Peel
Troy’s Callan Peel paired with Azure Stever on Friday against Bigfork.
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Tennis Luscher
Lane Luscher doubles vs. Bigfork 5-3-13
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Tennis Leggins
Dan Leggins vs. Bigfork at No. 1 singles.
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Tennis Haggerty
Andrew Haggerty vs. Bigfork's Adam Jordt at No. 2 singles 5-3-13.
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Tennis Helmrick
Jeremy Helmrick vs. Bigfork's Isaac Martel at No. 3 singles 5-3-13.
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Softball Gallagher
Libby’s Devon Gallagher bats against Whitefish in the Lady Loggers’ 14-0 win.
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Softball Daisy
The Lady Loggers’ unofficial mascot, Daisy May, was generous with the high-fives Saturday during the matchup with Whitefish.
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Baseball Winslow
Jared Winslow gets a forceout at second before turning two to Andrew Haggerty at first base against Calgary.
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Baseball Grupenhoff
Oliver Grupenhoff closed out the first game against the Calgary Redbirds. “Ollie” pitched an inning on the mound but played most of the game behind the plate as catcher.
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Tennis Williams
Jordan Williams vs. Eureka at No. 2 singles.
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Tennis Higgins
Holli Higgins won her No. 1 singles match against Eureka.
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Softball Opland
Breanna Opland connects on a 2-2 pitch with the bases loaded and scores two to tie the game at 8 bottom of the sixth with no outs vs. Plains. (first of a doubleheader)
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Softball Hight
Base hit Megan Hight bottom of the fourth vs. Plains, first of a doubleheader.
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Softball Johnston
First baseman Caitlin Johnston third out top of the fourth on a throw from shortstop Breanna Opland vs. Plains. (first of a doubleheader)
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Troy Tennis
The Trojan doubles team of Gunner Jordan and Austin Duve defeated Mission's Nate Doll and Jamie Mullins at No. 1 doubles Friday 6-2, 6-2.
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Glacier Demolition
Environmental Restoration excavator operator Travis Breiland loads debris into a waiting dump truck Tuesday as demolition of the old Glacier Bank continues.
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Baseball Rundown
Head Coach Kelly Morford goes through rundown drills with a few players at preseason practice Wednesday afternoon.
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Baseball Reichel
Pre-season interview with Will Reichel at the "Lumber Yard."
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Tennis Metz
Bruce Metz vs. Valley Christian's Phillip Manuel at No. 1 singles.
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Softball Peterson
Hailey Peterson of Troy pitches against Loyola in a 19-4 loss to the Heart Breakers.
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Eagle
This American bald eagle Thursday at about the 1.2 mile marker on Pipe Creek Road. The raptor was eating from a carrion and lept upon the stump sensing the photographer. The image was captured using a 300mm Canon lens at an F-stop of 5.6, a shutter speed of 1/500th second …
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Softball Kyriss
Rebecca Kyriss sends the ball to short left for a base hit bottom of sixth with two out vs. Frenchtown.
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Tennis Silva
Alanah True-Silva vs. Eureka's Beth Bahlmann at No. 2 singles.
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Softball Benefield
Auria Benefield base hit scores one bottom of two vs. Polson.
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Softball Rebo
Second baseman Rachel Rebo backs up Devon Gallagher at first for the second out top of 2 vs. the Priest River Spartans. The Lady Loggers went on to win the 7-inning contest 8 to 3 on a very soggy field.
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Kite Garrison
Silas Garrison, 7, watches as his kite heads skyward Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Easter Wood
Hadleigh Wood, 3, picks out a balloon Saturday during the Easter egg hunt at Troy's Roosevelt Park.
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Easter Todd
Knox Todd, 3, loads up his Easter basket Saturday at Troy's Roosevelt Park. There were bounce houses, balloons, cotton candy, snow cones, hot dogs, raffles, face painting and prizes.
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Easter Stafford
Roosevelt Park was the place to be Saturday as four-year-old Micah Stafford exits the bouncy house in fine fashion.
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Easter Smith
Ahhhhhh, the anticipation! Aryanah Smith, 2, takes delivery of a Saf-T-Pop Saturday from Geneis Smith after the Easter egg hunt at Roosevelt Park.
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Welch Confers
Kristina Lynn Welch confers with her attorney, Jennifer Streano, on Thursday.
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Welch
A tearful Kristina Lynn Welch post sentencing, her attorney Jennifer Streano, right.
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THS Play Curry
Michaela Curry as Norma Desperate...she's not a star, she's a galaxy.
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THS Play
Alanah True-Silva as Amy Sweet, and Spencer Swimley as Sheriff Johnny Straightshooter in Troy High School's production of "Sundown Alley."
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Tennis Team
Libby’s tennis teams are poised to make a mark on Northwest A Conference play, despite an early loss to a “salty” Polson team.
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Tennis Myslicki
Ian Edwards-Myslicki swats back a ball at practice Thursday afternoon. Edwards-Myslicki is part of the No. 1 doubles team, along with fellow senior Lane Luscher.
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Farnham Grand
Jason Farnham takes a spin on his Schoenhut "baby grand" Friday evening at the Memorial Center.
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Farnham
Jason Farnham entertained an audience of 124 Friday night at the Memorial Center opening the evening with Vince Guaraldi's "Linus and Lucy."
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Award Haugen
Wrestling coach Kelly Morford left and award recipient Mitch Haugen right. Winter activities awards assembly, March 6, 2013.
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Softball Thill
Base hit Tana Thill bottom of the fourth, first of a doubleheader vs. Bonners Ferry.
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Softball Team
The Troy softball team stands for a team picture after sweeping a doubleheader against Bonners Ferry. The Lady Trojans, a young, scrappy squad, have sights set on divisionals and maybe even state for the first time in program history.
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Koocanusa One
Taken from a lookout 3.5 miles up Forest Development Road #228.
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Movie Short
ShadowHouse Films' Robert Newman, right, records as Darren Short draws a bead on the man exiting the north door of Hotel Libby as filming of the movie "Doon Service" continued Saturday night.
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Movie Kelly
Teri Rayome-Kelly, left, and ShadowHouse Films’ Robert Newman prepare to shoot a scene from “Doom Service” Saturday night. It is Rayome-Kelly’s first movie experience.
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Movie Matanane
Actor Mighet Matanane exits Hotel Libby into a "hail of gun fire" Saturday as Robert Newman films this scene from "Doon Service."
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Movie Darren
ShadowHouse Films' Robert Newman, right, records as Darren Short draws a bead on the man exiting the north door of Hotel Libby as filming of the movie "Doon Service" continued Saturday night.
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Hoops Lapka
Senior forward Barak Lapka scores against T-Falls Jan. 10.
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Hoops Jared
Jared jump shot in first quarter vs. T-Falls 1-10-13
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Judge McNeil Too
20th Judicial District Judge C.B. McNeil
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Judge C.B. McNeil
20th Judicial District Judge C.B. McNeil
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Judge McNeil
20th Judicial District Judge C.B. McNeil
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Irish Fair
Moriah Probert of the Sole Expressions Dancers kicks up her heals during Libby's 17th Annual Irish Fair Sunday evening at the Memorial Center.
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Irish Fair Too
Moriah Probert, left, and Emily Wilson of the Sole Expressions Dancers
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Hoops Craig Hailey
Sophomore guard Hailey Craig keeps the ball from going out of bounds in Libby’s matchup with Troy in January. Craig was co-MVP with fellow sophomore guard Hannah England.
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Hoops Craig
Sophomore Hailey Craig fouled vs. Frenchtown 2-15-13. 2 for 2 from the line makes it 16-14 Loggers 2nd quarter.
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Lincoln Theatre Fundraiser
The Lincoln Theatre pancake breakfast fundraiser on Saturday raised $790.31 for a new digital progector. The fundraiser was held at the Troy Veterans of Foreign Wars Post. The theater has been showing movies since 1924. The Dome Theater in Libby has closed, and it, too, needs a digital projector.
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Wrestle Reatz
Alexander Reatz,4, by pin over Trent Vansehoyck, 5 at Peewee 40 Saturday during the Kootenai Klassic little guy wrestling tournament.
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Wrestle Hanson C
Peewee wrestler Cayla Hanson, 6, vs C-Falls
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Wrestle Hanson
Peewee wrestler Cayla Hanson, 6, gets a few tips from coach Alan Carmignani Saturday during her match with Columbia Falls.
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Wrestle Curtis
Davon Curtis by pin over Riley Uhde of Kalispell at Beginner 50.
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NRA Schnackenberg
Ruth Corda, left, helps lucky winner Denise Schnackenberg choose from a table full of items Friday during the NRA banquet.
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NRA Orr
Mike Munro looks on as Todd Orr tries his luck at high-low poker for a chance to win a Weatherby .300 Win Mag. Dealer is Mike Cirian.
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NRA Fiddle Too
Jordan Refsland displays the Charlie Daniels-signed violin that went on the auction block Friday night during the NRA banquet. (1 of 1,100)
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NRA Fiddle
The Charlie Daniels-signed violin, one of 1,100, garnered $525 during the live auction Friday night.
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NRA Decker
Master of Ceremonies Joe Crismore introduces Mark Decker to the “mystery gun” he won Friday night during the Friends of the NRA Banquet and Fundraiser at the Memorial Center. Decker and others took a chance on a ticket to win a Taurus 1911.
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NRA Brayson
Brayson Orr, 4, wasted no time in making his choice for a radio-controlled airplane as his lucky number was drawn on the youth table.
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Hoops Opland
Freshman forward Sean Opland controls an offensive rebound vs. Noxon Dec. 15, 2012.
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Hoops Olds
Junior guard Nathan Olds vs. Bigfork Jan. 4, 2013. Junior forward Christian Evans right.
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Hoops Metz
Bruce Metz meets the crowd as they empty the stands to congratulate the Trojans after they rallied to defeat Thompson Falls 48-45 Friday, Feb. 14.
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Hoops Andersen
Trojans Coach Cory Andersen call a time out vs. Plains Jan. 18, 2013.
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Spell McLinden
Libby Middle School eighth-grader Shelbie McLinden receives a plaque and a $50 check from Lincoln County Superintendent Ronald Higgins Thursday for winning the Lincoln County spelling bee and a chance to compete in the state spelling bee in Billings March 23.
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Spell McLinden
Libby Middle School eighth grader Shelbie McLinden spells out the winning word (pantheon) Thursday for a first place win in the Lincoln County spelling bee and a chance to compete at the state spelling bee in Billings on March 23.
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Spell Graziano
Shelbie McLinden, 13 shakes hands with second place winner Galen Graziano, 14, both of Libby Middle School and both 8th graders.
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Grad Matters
At halftime of last month’s basketball game against Troy, the Graduation Matters group brought out this year’s kindergarteners, the Libby High School class of 2025, to show that kids should think about graduating even when they are young.
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BBT Metz
Junior center Bruce Metz pokes away a ball from Thompson Falls’ Baptiste Seynaeve in the second quarter of Troy’ s playoff win at home. Metz was returning from a leg injury.
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GBL Craig
Libby’s sophomore wing Hailey Craig sets up the offense in the Lady Loggers’ narrow loss to Frenchtown. Craig hit six 3-pointers as part of her 23 points.
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CHC LaGoy
Dr. Charles LaGoy was the lucky winner of the Thompson/Center .270-caliber rifle.
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CHC Hageness
Jeremy Hageness admires the .270 cal Thompson Center rifle Saturday as Joe Chopyak looks on.
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CHC Beer
Arthur Pankey was the highest bidder in the silent auction for a bucket of beer. In all, more than 200 people attended the event and helped raise more than $23,000 for Northwest Community Health Center.
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Wolf Trapper
Wolf Management Specialist Kent Laudon demonstrates the setting of the No. 7 EZ Grip Livestock Protecton Trap Saturday during the Wolf Trapping Certification Class. Laudon recommends a 10-13 pound pan tension on the rubber padded trap.
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Wolf Rug
A wolf rug on display during the Wolf Trapping Certification Class held at Asa Wood Saturday.
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Wolf Laudon
Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks' Kent Laudon explains the use of the recommended wolf trap, the MB750, Saturday during the wolf trapping certification class at Asa Wood. In all 62 certificates were issued following the five hour class.
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Hickman
Gabe Hickman, Troy’s standout junior guard, drives the lane against Class C Noxon in mid-December. Hickman’s showy scoring has pushed Troy to second in District 7-B.
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GBT Johnston
Troy senior center Breanna Opland, left, and junior guard Kelli Lundin watch junior center Caitlin Johnston grab an offensive rebound in the third quarter of the 61-25 conference loss to Eureka.
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GBT Williams
Senior forward Jordan Williams brings the ball down court on a fourth quarter fast break vs. Eureka Friday evening.
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GBT Curry
Michaela Curry fouls out in fourth quarter vs. Eureka 2-8-13
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BBT Tallmadge
Gage Tallmadge and Eureka’s Trey Bohne compete for a loose ball in the fourth quarter.
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Chimney Fire
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BBT Hickman
Junior guard Gabe Hickman lays it up for two after a Tanner Blankers turnover in the fourth quarter.
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Montanore Visit
Alan Gerstenecker, left, Glenn Dobbs, Eric Klepfer and Matt Bunk.
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Montanore Dobbs
Glenn Dobbs, president and CEO of the Montanore Minerals Corp. meets Western News Publisher Matt Bunk Tuesday.
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BBL Reichel
Senior guard Will Reichel scores in first quarter vs Eureka. (6-4)
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BBL Krisanov
Taraski Krisanov enters the Libby version of the Arc de Triomphe Tuesday as the Loggers defeated Eureka's Lions 68-44.
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Present
The giant present in front of Ace Hardware came down Saturday afternoon...first sign of Spring?
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GBT Williams
Jordan Williams brings the ball down court and passes to Caitlin Johnston in third quarter vs. Ronan.
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BBT Metz
Bruce Metz control the rebound in first quarter vs. Ronan. Zachary Wagner right.
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BBL Winslow
Junior guard Jared Winslow defensive rebound third quarter vs. Whitefish.
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BBL Luscher
Lane Luscher runs into a Whitefish traffic jam in second quarter vs. Whitefish.
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BBL Leggins
Dan Leggins with Keaton Nicholson in tow first quarter vs. Whitefish.
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Wrestle Haugen M.
Mitch Haugen vs. Polson's Rhett Burland.
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Wrestle Bailey
Austin Bailey grapples with Polson’s Josiah Edington at the 189-pound division. Bailey won a major decision 15-3.
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Wrestle Haugen
Mitch Haugen vs. Polson's Rhett Burland.
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GBT Curry
Senior Michaela Curry looks for a shot above the outstretched arms of Hailley Moe in the fourth quarter.
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GBL Harmon
Zumba girl, Emily Harmon, 4, showed everyone her moves Friday as dozens of the half-pint dancers performed during halftime of the Libby-Troy matchup.
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GBL Cheer
Give me a "G." LHS cheerleaders spell out L-O-G-G-E-R-S Saturday evening prior to the matchup with Columbia Falls.
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BBL Reichel
Libby’s senior guard Will Reichel has his shot tipped away by Jared Trinastich in first-quarter action vs. Columbia Falls Saturday evening.
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BBL Sax
Pep Band saxaphone players Zac Rebo, left, Errik Westlund and Cody Barrick keep the crowd fired up Friday night during Libby's matchup with rival Troy. Two altos and a tenor.
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BBL McElmurry
Ryker McElmurry scores a Mountain Dew Saturday evening during the halftime pop shoot.
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BBL Johnson
Libby guard Collin Johnson has his shot blocked by Troy’s Bruce Metz, but draws the foul from freshman Sean Opland, behind. Johnson made one-of-two from the line.
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Taylor Two
The proper Australian school attire was modeled Tuesday by story teller Paul Taylor to an audience of forty-one sixth graders. When the students were asked if they would like to dress in the same manner there was a resounding "NO" from all present.
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Taylor Three
Proper use of the bullroarer, an ancient ritual musical instrument, is demonstrated by sixth grader Colton Howard Tuesday during Paul Taylor's visit to Libby Elementary.
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Taylor One
Australian storyteller Paul Taylor and sixth grader Madison Johnston engage in a bit of heel and toe polka Tuesday at Libby Elementary.
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Taylor Six
The didgeridoo, a wind instrument developed by indigenous Australians from the termite-eaten branch of a eucalyptus tree, is shown to forty-one sixth graders Tuesday by story teller Paul Taylor in Libby Elementary's music room.
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Taylor Four
Forty-one sixth grade students were present Tuesday in Libby Elementary's music room for Paul Taylor's visit. When it was time for recess all present opted for a bit more time with the famed story teller from Australia.
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Taylor Five
Australian story teller Paul Taylor demonstrates the use of a lagerphone, a traditional percussion instrument.
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Dirkes
Bill Dirkes addresses the Libby City Council Tuesday evening.
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Bench
The bench reacts to a trey by Jared Winslow to tie the game at 40 with 19.1 left on the clock vs. Bonners Ferry. Lane Luscher, left, Tarasik Krisanov and Collin Johnson.
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Wrestle Roach
Ricky Roach vs Frenchtown's Jack Nerison at 145.
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Wrestle Crace
Zach Crace vs. Frenchtown's Ryan Stenerson at 125.
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Range Two
Excavator operator Jon Moe removes a load of logs from the area being cleared for the new pistol shooting range.
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Range Three
Cole Spencer limbs a recently felled pine tree Thursday afternoon as county crews clear an area for the new pistol range.
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Range Four
Excavator operator Jon Moe loads the bucket of a front end loader Thursday afternoon as county crews clear a space for the new pistol range.
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Range One
Excavator operator Jon Moe loads the dump truck driven by Dave Sichting Thursday afternoon as work progresses on construction of the pistol shooting range.
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GBT Johnston
Junior Caitlin Johnston guarded by Plains' Jessica Hansen in fourth quarter.
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BBT Opland Sean
Sean Opland drives on Jeremiah Crawford in fourth quarter vs. Plains.
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BBT Opland
Freshman guard Sean Opland ties the score at 53 with this free throw and sends the game into over time vs. Plains
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BBT Metz
Bruce Metz jump shot in third quarter won't go vs. Plains.
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BBT Andersen
Coach Cory Andersen reacts to a foul called on Gabe Hickman in the third quarter vs. Plains.
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Bluehawks basketball
Bluehawk senior Ross Dalby dribbles the ball past Logger Dan Leggins during the away game on Thursday.
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GBL Germany
Dayln Germany passes to Hannah England in third quarter action vs. Polson 1-12-13
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GBL Gilder
Senior guard Kaitlyn Gilder in third quarter action vs. Polson 1-12-13
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BBL Winslow
Jared Winslow's hasty jump shot won't go, second quarter vs Thompson Falls 1-10-12
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Kraig scores
Senior center Kraig Nelson scores on a pass from junior guard Jared Winslow in the first quarter of the win against Polson.
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BBL Leggins
Dan Leggins did a great job keeping Polson's Will Davey in check. Here he steels it away in the second quarter.
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BBL Winslow
Jared Winslow's hasty jump shot in the second quarter won't go vs Thompson Falls.
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Opland
Bigfork's Riley Coleman and Shelby Scoggins have Troy's Breanna Opland all tied up in the fourth quarter Friday.
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BBT Olds
Junior guard Nathan Olds drives past Bigfork's Christian Evans to score in fourth quarter.
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Helmrick
The slide trombone of Troy pep band's Craig Helmrick kept the crowd fired up.
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Haggerty drives
Luke Haggerty in fourth quarter action, Bigfork's Austin Jordt right.
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BBT Andersen
Coach Andersen calls a time out in fourth quarter.
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BBT Grable
Senior Austin Grable in first quarter action vs. Bigfork
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Stating Case
Kim T. Christopherson, attorney for Bull Lake Fire District, makes her case for the district Thursday as 20th Judicial District Judge C.B. McNeil iistens.
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Court Attorneys
Attorneys representing Lincoln County include Jinnifer Jeresek Mariman and Sean Goicechea confer during Christopherson’s statement.
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Spinning Squares
Spinning Squares' Deanna Kehn, left, and Flatheader Roger Jones of Kalispell enjoy an evening of square dancing at Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Hospital
Members of the St. John’s Lutheran Hospital Board officially broke ground on Friday, Oct. 12, at the new hospital site.
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Curtiss Wrestle
Wrestling match vs. Polson Dec. 8, 2009
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Curtiss
Asst. Coach Mort Curtiss advising Robin Kyes during "blood time" vs C-Falls' Billy Gross 1-28-10 Asst. Coach Bill Moe in background.
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Baseball Stylin
It was a great season for the Libby Loggers American Legion baseball team that finished fourth in state.
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GBT Higgins
Senior guard Holli Higgins drives around Dayln Germany in third quarter action vs. Libby.
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BBL Leggins
Senior guard Dan Leggins' layup in second quarter won't go vs. Troy
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BBL Johnson
Gage Tallmadge keeps the pressure on as sophomore guard Collin Johnson looks to pass in first quarter action vs. Troy.
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Crash Rescue One
Members of David Thompson Search & Rescue await instructions Wednesday 2.5 miles up the Haul Road
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Bowe
A weary Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe addresses the local media Wednesday evening
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Wrestle Chapel G
Garret Chapel by pin over Mark Grow at 152.
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Welch
Sheriff Roby Bowe points the way to the jury room.
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GBT Curry
Senior Michaela Curry snags a second quarter offensive rebound, followup shot no good and fouled, 2 for 2 from the charity stripe sets the score at 10-4 Troy.
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GBT Opaland
Senior Breanna Opland all hemmed in under the basket looking to pass first quarter vs. Noxon.
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BBT Tallmadge
Sophomore guard Gage Tallmadge drives the lane, shot won't go, fouled and 1 for 2 from the line ties the game at 39, fourth quarter vs. Noxon.
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BBT Hickman
Junior guard Gabe Hickman drives the lane 4th quarter vs. Noxon.
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Time Out
Time out during third quarter vs. Bonners Ferry.
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Wrestle Bowers J
Josh Bowers over Quinn Cummings at 160.
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Wrestle Roach
Ricky Roach over Parker Davis by pin at 145
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Wrestle Chapel
Garret Chapel by pin over Mark Grow at 152.
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Wrestle Bowers
Josh Bowers, junior, tops his Bonners Ferry opponent, Quinn Cummings. Bowers won a marathon, pinning Cummings half-way through the third period.
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Wrestle Bailey
Austin Bailey pins Travis Beck at 189 in 32 seconds. His win was the first match of the day.
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Wrestle Bailey Too
Austin Bailey won his match over Travis Beck in 189 after pinning him in 32 seconds.
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Wrestle Ayala
Michael Ayala pins Bonners Ferry’s Jared Coogan at 125. Ayala pinned Coogan in a minute, 20 seconds for six points. The Loggers cruised to a 61-24 victory over the Badgers.
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GBT Silva
Senior guard Alanah True-Silva drives around Stillwater's Serena Koch in second quarter action Friday night.
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GBT Lundin
Junior guard Kelli Lundin runs into heavy Cougar traffic in third quarter action vs Stillwater.
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BBT Tallmadge
Sophomore guard Gage Tallmadge brings the ball down court with Stillwater's Jeremiah Hashley in tow, fourth quarter.
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BBT Hickman
Junior guard Gabe Hickman goes airborne under the basket while passing to Austin Grable in fourth quarter action vs Stillwater Friday.
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Wreck Ford
MHP Bryce Ford checks the seat belt in Thursday's one car rollover at the 3.2 mile marker on Pipe Creek Road.
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GBT Williams
Junior Jordan Williams brings the ball down court in the third quarter Saturday vs the Lady Red Devils.
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BBL Nelson
Kraig “Coppertop” Nelson, senior center, looks to post up in heavy traffic in the third quarter. Nelson had 10 points and threw his weight around in the close contest.
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BBL Reichel
Will Reichel controls a loose ball in the fourth quarter.
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BBL Lapka
Barak Lapka, senior forward, launches a shot in the third quarter against Bonners Ferry. Lapka had 10 points in the nailbiter.
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BBL Johnson
Collin Johnson, sophomore guard, passes to Jared Winslow in the first quarter of play against Bonners Ferry. Libby held the Badgers to five points in the first quarter.
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BBL Hannah
Hudson Hannah revs his toy chainsaw, showing his Logger team spirit at the Bonners Ferry game.
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GBT Opland
Junior forward Breanna Opland passes to Kelli Lundin in first quarter action vs Eureka.
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Carnival Wooden
Savannah Wooden leads the “reindonkey”with Ariana Schnoberger in tow at the parade.
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Carnival Snow Woman
Lisa Block led the Libby Christmas Parade on Saturday from the Libby Care Center parking through town before reaching the Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Mineral Avenue. The parade included various participants and spectators. The evening was capped off with the Christmas Fair at Asa Wood.
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Carnival White
Matthew White emerges successful Saturday in the apple bobbing contest. The trick is to push the apple against the side or bottom of the tub. It is also helpful to have upper front teeth.
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Carnival McLinden
Libby Middle School choir members Shelbie McLinden, left, and Kristen Lindgren kept the crowd entertained with a few seasonal selections.
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Carnival Cook
Lucas Cook, 5, watches as a south-bound freight rounds the bend.
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Carnival King
Abbiegale King, 9, emerges a winner Saturday evening in the apple bobbing contest.
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Carnival Block
Snowwoman Lisa Block led the way Saturday evening during Libby's second annual Christmas parade.
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InQuinncible
Taylor Quinn dives for a loose ball before it can go out of bounds last season, as a sophomore. Quinn is back as a junior and is poised to help lead Libby to a more successful season. It will all depend on how the young players work together as a …
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GBL Time Out
Lady Loggers time out during the matchup with Columbia Falls
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GBL Huddle
Lady Loggers' pre game huddle before the tip against the Columbia Falls Wildkats.
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Square Dance Kehn
Spinning Squares' Deanna Kehn, left, and Flatheader Roger Jones of Kalispell enjoy an evening of square dancing Saturday at Kootenai Valley Christian School.
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Square Dance Jones
Kootenai Valley Christian School gymnasium was the place to be Saturday evening as folks from Sandpoint, Columbia Falls, Kalispell, Thompson Falls, Bonners Ferry, Spokane and Libby gathered for a bit of old fashioned square dancin'. Kalispell Flatheaders Karen Lee and Roger Jones, center, tear up the dance floor.
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Square Dance Christman
Caller for the evening was the ever-popular Adam Christman of Spokane. Adam has been involved with square dancing since the tender age of three.
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Wrestle Leir
Kyle Leir pins a Whitefish grappler last season in the 145-pound weight class. Leir, and Mitch Haugen, a junior, were two state winners last season.
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Wrestle Chapel
Referee Dean Thompson slaps the mat signifying a pin by Garret Chapel over Mat Cat Adam Richardson at 140
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Vault Peterson
Mark Peterson checks the level of the door during installation of Glacier Bank's brand new Diebold modular vault Tuesday afternoon.
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Savage
Dan James Savage sits in court Monday with his attorney Lane K. Bennett.
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Chinook Gonzalez
Chinook Winds' flautist Norman Gonzalez
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Chinook
Chinook Winds members Norman Gonzales, left, Melanie Pozdol, Elizabeth Crawford, Useon Choi and Mike Nelson
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Turkey Troy Cummings
Mrs. Cummings' first grade class Morrison Elementary Troy
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Turkey Turkey
Great use of natural feathers and twigs.
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Turkey Sophia
Six-year-old Sophia of Mrs. Cummings first grade class at Morrison Elementary explains how to cook a turkey.
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Turkey Martineau
Mrs. Martineau's first grade class Libby Elementary
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Turkey KVCS Walters
Mrs. Walters kindergarten class at KVCS pose with their Thanksgiving art.
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Turkey Kelanna
Six-year-old Keianna of Mrs. Cummings first grade class at Morrison Elementary explains how to cook a turkey.
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Turkey Hannah
Mr. Hannah's first grade class Libby Elementary.
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Turkey Gier
Mrs. Gier's first grade class Libby Elementary.
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Turkey Foss
Mrs. Foss's first grade class Libby Elementary.
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Turkey Derek
Seven-year-old Derek of Mrs. Cummings first grade class at Morrison Elementary explains how to cook a turkey.
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Turkey Baerlocher
Mrs. Baerlocher's first grade class, Libby Elementary
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Hotel Movie Head
From high atop a third floor window a blonde, blue-eyed woman observes the eastern skyline.
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Hotel Libby Crowd
Sixty visitors were expected Wednesday for Hotel Libby's trick-or-treat night, but at final count there were 865. All manner of ghosts and goblins lined the sidewalk on both sides of the hotel and all the way to the alley on the north side. And when all was done at 9 …
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Vets Day Speakers
Guest speakers Jim Shadle, left, Ed Croucher and John Alex during the National Anthem.
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Vets Day Nolop
The Veterans Day ceremony in Libby was in memoriam and gratitude to Robert E. Nolop, of the U.S. Navy who died in December 1944. Handbell performers rang a bell for each of the 23 veterans memorialized.
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Vets Day McCoy
Artist Crystal McCoy of the eighth grade advanced art class rendered this drawing.
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Vets Day Julson
Artist Alee Julson of the 8th grade advanced art class.
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Vets Day Croucher
Veteran Ed Croucher urged students to honor and respect veterans and what they have passed on to them. Croucher is a 30-year Marine Corps veteran.
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Vets Day Band
LHS Band plays "Chimes of Liberty" Monday during the Veteran's Day assembly at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.
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Mohr Moose
Brad Mohr is all smiles Monday morning after downing a moose in Area 101 with a 30-06.
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Vote One
Take you granddaughter to vote day...Jillian Stewart, 4, waits patiently as her grandparents cast their ballots Tuesday morning.
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Vote Two
Jillian Stewart, 4, receives here "I Voted Today" sticker from poll worker Darlene Hammons while waiting patiently for her grandparents to finish casting their ballots Tuesday morning.
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Rodeo Harrison JJ
Nationally renowned rodeo clown JJ Harrison shows off his horsemanship skills at J. Neils Park in 2010. A Libby regular, the Walla Walla, Wash. native was recently voted by his peers to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas this December. Harrison will often show off his moves in his …
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KRR Palmer
Kootenai River Rhythm's Ben Palmer on bass guitar.
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KRR Smith
Kootenai River Rhythm director Tony Smith at the piano.
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KRR Nagode
Ty Nagode plays the saxophone and guiro instrument.
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KRR Men
Men of Troy singers Steve Prieve, left, Tony Smith and Chris Richert.
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KRR Meyer
Kootenai River Rhythm's Tony Smith and Julie Meyer.
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KRR Lennard
Patti Lennard performed a solo during the event Saturday.
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KRR T. Smith
Tony Smith singing with Julie Meyer during 8th annual Kootenai River Rhythm concert 11-13-10
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KRR Smith Meyer
Tony Smith and Julie Meyer perform during 8th annual Kootenai River Rhythm concert 11-13-10
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KRR Meyer
Julie Meyer singing with Tony Smith during 8th annual Kootenai River Rhythm concert 11-13-10
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KRR Men of Troy
Men of Troy perform during 8th annual Kootenai River Rhythm concert 11-13-10
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KRR Lane
Alan Lane performs during 8th annual Kootenai River Rhythm concert 11-13-10
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Hotel Third Floor
Sandra Sanderson waves hi from the sidewalk three floors below. It was a steady stream of trick-or-treaters for two hours Wednesday night and young and old alike were lined up around the corner and all the way down to the alley for a chance to enter Hotel Libby for the …
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Hotel MacDonald
Six-year-old Paislee MacDonald showed up in what had to be the the most adorable costume of the evening!
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Hotel Libby Crowd
Sixty visitors were expected Wednesday for Hotel Libby's trick-or-treat night, but at final count there were 865. All manner of ghosts and goblins lined the sidewalk on both sides of the hotel and all the way to the alley on the north side. And when all was done at 9 …
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Hotel James
Susan James was on hand to show you to your room.
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Hotel Graham
Sue Graham signs the guest register Wednesday during Hotel Libby's trick-or-treat night.
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Hotel Cox
Heidi Cox shows off her pigtails that defy gravity.
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Hotel Chandler
Four-year-old Jairdan Chandler searches for a toy in Hotel Libbys straw pile Wednesday evening.
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Hotel Abrahamson
Gaige Abrahamson, 7 months, reaches for a heart...it's what's for dinner!
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PIP Winn
Patti Winn crosses the finish line Saturday during the Paint It Pink Run.
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VBL Wepprecht
Lauren Wepprecht, left, and Dalyn Germany react as the Lady Loggers defeat the Lady Pirates in the last conference game Friday at Ralph Tate Gymnasium. 22-25, 25-16, 17-25, 25-18, 15-6
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VBL Quinn
Taylor Quinn reacts at 14-6, a time out and one minute later Libby defeats Polson 15-6 in fifth game.
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VBL Craig
Sophomore Hailey Craig kill and point makes it 13-8 Loggers second game vs. Whitefish 10-25-12. In first game, first serve of the evening, Hailey had an ace.
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VBL Johnston
Coach Cindy Ostrem-Johnston reacts to the 15-6 fifth game win over Polson Friday night.
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Sprinkle
Gloria Sprinkle confers with her attorney Monday in District Court.
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VBT Curry
Senior Michaela Curry passing first game vs. Bigfork 9-22-12
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VBL England
Hannah England passing vs Troy 9-18-12
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Recycle Two
Ron Ahlgren, Pesticide Container Recycling Technician for the Montana Department of Agriculture, displays the result of his work Thursday.
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Recycle One
Ron Ahlgren, Pesticide Container Recycling Technician for the Montana Department of Agriculture, displays the result of his shredding work Thursday.
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CARD Roberts
Board Member Gary Roberts, left, and Senator Max Baucus discuss the future of the CARD Clinic Wednesday afternoon.
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CARD Baucus
Senator Max Baucs meets CARD Board Member Leota Brooks Wednesday afternoon.
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VBT Silva
Alanah True-Silva serves up an ace in second game vs Thompson Falls 10-18-12
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VBT Higgins
The Lady Trojans may have fallen to Thompson Falls Thursday but there was a happy moment or two. This one came in the first game when Troy went up 24-23. Holli Higgins hugging Kellie Lundin...Alanah True-Silva left, and Jordan Williams right.
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Harlem Winslow
Rotary Roundballer Wally Winslow passes to Creede Garcia in third quarter action.
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Harlem Kehn
Ken Kehn winner of the Harlem Ambassadors signed basketball.
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Harlem Jenkins
Zahne Jenkins gets his shirt signed by Harlem Ambassador Cherie Hughes Sunday at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.
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Harlem Jake
Second quarter action finds Rotary Roundballer Jake Swartzendruber down for the count in the wrestling match with Harlem Ambassador Cherie Hughes Sunday at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.
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Harlem Garrison
First Montana Bank President Jackson Garrison presents a $2,500 check to Rotary President Darren Coldwell.
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Harlem Coldwell
Cherie Hughes presents a certificate of appreciation to Rotary President Darren Coldwell as First Montana Bank President Jackson Garrison looks on.
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Harlem Bean
Rotary Roundballer Josh Bean tackles Derick Echols in a game of football basketball.
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FBT Roach
Ricky Roach, left, and Luke Haggerty post game celebratory mud slide vs. Thompson Falls 10-19-12
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FBT Opland
Sean Opland drives for a first down third quarter 10-19-12
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FBT Carr
Assistant Coach Dallas Carr gets a dousing post game Friday.
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FBT Hickman
Junior quarterback Gabe Hickman post game vs. Thompson Falls 10-19-12
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FBT Scott
Pate Scott on the carry vs. Florence 9-15-12
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VBT Williams
Senior Jordan Williams passing fourth game vs. Eureka 10-11-12
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VBT Higgins
Senior Holli Higgins setting second game vs. Eureka 10-11-12
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Ground Break Too
St. John’s Lutheran Hospital Board of Trustees on Friday participated in the ground breaking. Board members include, from left, Kerry Beasley, Board Vice President John Konzen, Board President Steve Sorensen, Chari Lucas, CEO Bruce Whitfield, Secretary/Treasurer Sara Dinning, Medical Chief of Staff Dr. Jay Maloney. Board members Russ Barnes, Bob …
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Ground Break Cake
Julie MacDonald cuts the groundbreaking cake.
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Football Seniors
The Libby seniors, from left, Danny Leggins, Lane Luscher, Will Reichel, Barak Lapka, Kraig Nelson, Marcel Getz, Bryce Gustin, Tyler Aycox and Patrick Valentine take their senior walk in Logger Stadium, an emotional, slow walk remembering the times they’ve suited up for Libby.
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FBL Valentine
The Loggers Patrick Valentine returns a kickoff Friday to the Libby 20-yard line in the first quarter.
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FBL Bowers
Touchdown saving tackle by Josh Bowers in second quarter vs Polson 10-12-12 (Colton Lenz 22)
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White House
The white house at 603 California Ave. came down Tuesday to make room for the new Glacier Bank building. Once known as the "Mitchell" house it was built in 1915.
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White House Too
The white house at 603 California Ave. came down Tuesday to make room for the new Glacier Bank building. Built in 1915 and known as the "Mitchell" house, it was once occupied by Fred and Marvel Thompson.
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VBT Curry
Senior Michaela Curry blocking first game vs. Ronan 10-6-12
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VBT Higgins
Senior Holli Higgins passing second game vs. Ronan 10-6-12
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VBT Spirit Stick
Troy High School seniors prevail in the quest for the much-coveted Spirit Stick. Michaela Curry, left, Alanah True-Silva and Holli Higgins. It was the freshmen with 68 points, sophomores, 73; juniors, 58 and seniors 80.
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Ricky Roach
Senior running back Ricky Roach carries the ball in the first quarter of Troy’s Homecoming loss to Mission, 24-14. Roach was just a yard short of the first down after this run.
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Breezy the Trojan
Troy senior Breanna Opland in Trojan garb watches her Trojan football team in Friday’s Homecoming game.
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Chili Zimmerman
Chili judge Linn Zimmerman cleanses her palate Saturday between taste tests.
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Chili Thompson
Steam rises Saturday morning as Bill Thompson stirs a pot of Chili to Go. (No. 9)
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Chili Spice
One of the many secret ingredients of Holly McKenzie's American A-Bomb Chili.
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Chili Race
Jayce Irwin, left and Jairdan Chandler race their cucumbers Saturday at the Heritage Museum's 7th Annual Chili Cook-off.
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Chili McKenzie
A No. 10 Wagner skillet holds the sauce of Holly McKenzie's Chili No. 5, American A-Bomb chili to be added to the rest of her secret ingredients.
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Chili Desch
Heidi Desch with Chili No. 6: Campfire Chili
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Chili Band
Beyond Help members Tim Harcourt, left, Mike Powell and Lee Tonner.
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Soccer Rios
Midfielder Juan Rios, right, gets congrats from Johnny Davidson for scoring in the first half vs. Polson 10-4-12.
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Soccer Miller
Junior midfielder Jonathan Miller soccer header first half vs. Polson 10-4-12
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Soccer Nash
Senior striker Sarah Nash controls an inbound pass in first half action vs. Polson
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Soccer Kyriss
Great effort by Logger keeper Rebecca Kyriss nearly stopping a C-Falls goal on a penalty kick first half 10-5-11
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Homecoming Gallery
Wayne Baker leads the volleyball gallery in a round of "Give me an L."
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FBL Leggins
Long bomb to Danny Leggins in first quarter vs. Frenchtown 9-28-12
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FBL Jenkins
Kathy Jenkins jumps for joy as Danny Leggins finds the end zone in second quarter vs. Frenchtown 10-3-12
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FBL Higareda
Skylar Higareda on the carry fourth quarter vs. Frenchtown 9-28-12
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Wolf Trapper
Wolf Management Specialist Kent Laudon demonstrates the setting of the No. 7 EZ Grip Livestock Protecton Trap Saturday during the Wolf Trapping Certification Class. Laudon recommends a 10-13 pound pan tension on the rubber padded trap.
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Wolf Rug
A wolf rug on display during the Wolf Trapping Certification Class held at Asa Wood Saturday.
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Wolf MB
Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks' Kent Laudon explains the use of the recommended wolf trap, the MB750, Saturday during the wolf trapping certification class at Asa Wood. In all 62 certificates were issued following the five hour class.
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Wolf Catch Pole
Wolf Management Specialist Kent Laudon demonstrates the proper use of the catch pole, a tool used to release non-target animals safely.
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VBL Wepprecht
Lauren Wepprecht with a kill shot in frist game vs. Flathead
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Soccer Yakovenko
Freshman defender Bohdan Yakovenko keeps his eye on the ball vs. Columbia Falls.
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Soccer Schnackenberg
Columbia Falls' Chase Ramberg competes with Jason Schnackenberg for a header in second half.
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Soccer Reny
Jake Reny first half header vs. Columbia Falls
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Soccer Rogers
Borderline struggle between C-Falls' Lindsay Strouse left, and Libby's senior defensive back Erin Rogers.
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Soccer Pellegrin
Junior midfielder Alfredo Ruiz Pellegrin
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Soccer Opland
Sophomore defensive back Breanna Opland dives in an attempt to break up Hailey Purdy's shot on goal Tuesday vs. C-Falls.
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VBT Curry
Senior Michaela Curry passing first game vs. Bigfork 9-22-12
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Soccer Peel
Callan Peel fights Bigfork's Lydia Mathwig for control in second half action.
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Soccer Neisess
Johnny Davidson, left, Adam Neisess, Jared Laveway and Zander Peterson celebrate after Adam scores vs Bigfork 9-20-12 (Davidson assisted)
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VBT Curry
Marcy Kroschel, left, Taylor Brown and Michaela Curry react after defeating Libby in four games Tuesday night.
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FBL Post Game
Josh Bowers, left, and Jared Winslow post game vs. Corvallis.
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FBT Practice
Troy gridders practicing for Friday's contest with Eureka.
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FBT Roach
Ricky Roach intercepts from Thomas Shepard in first quarter action vs. Florence
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FBT Opland
Pass complete to freshman running back Sean Opland for a first down, second quarter vs. Florence.
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Touchdown pass to Andrew Haggerty in fourth quarter.
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FBT Haggerty
Hard charging Luke Haggerty with a gain of 3 yards in first quarter action vs. Florence.
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FBL Luscher
Senior wide receiver Lane Luscher intercepts from Stevi's Chris Lords in second quarter.
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FBL Lapka
Barak Lapka kickoff return first quarter.
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FBL Gustin
Bryce Gustin tackling Chris Lords in second quarter.
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Josh Bowers tackles Kyle Behner second quarter.
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FBL Bowers
Josh Bowers tackles Chris Bergman fourth quarter.
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Shopko Goble
First customer through the checkout Thursday was Earl Goble. (Opal Petrin right)
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Shopko Desch
Barb Desch was the 99th customer to receive a $10 gift card Thursday morning during Shopko's grand opening.
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Shopko Check
LHS Principal Rik Rewerts receives a check from Shopko Manager Marion Craig during Shopko's ribbon cutting grand opening.
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VBall Quinn
Junior Taylor Quinn preparing to block in fourth game vs. Glacier Wolfpack
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VBall Nelson
Harley Nelson passing third game vs Glacier Wolfpack
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Legacy Meeker
Greg Meeker of the U.S. Geological Survey explains the geology and mineralogy of asbestos Wednesday.
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Soccer Schnackenberg
Jason Schnackenberg takes care of his keeper Austin Nagle post game.
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Soccer Pellegrin
Junior midfielder Alfredo Pellegrin scores in first half action vs Laurel Saturday. (3-0 Loggers)
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Soccer Kyriss
Nice save by keeper Rebecca Kyriss in first half action vs. Laurel
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Soccer Davidson
Johnny Davidson celebrates after scoring the first goal, a header, off an assist by Jake Reny.
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Football Winslow Too
Jared Winslow puts the KO hit on sophomore Taylor Sylvester in second quarter.
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Football Valentine
Field goal Valentine, Winslow holding first quarter.
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Football Winslow
Jared Winslow puts the hard hit on sophomore Taylor Sylvester in second quarter.
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Football Luscher
Pass complete to Lane Luscher for a first down second quarter.
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Football Lapka
Barak Lapka tackles Blake Sylvester fourth quarter.
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Football Higareda
Pass complete to junior Skylar Higareda for a first down with 2:55 remaining in first half.
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Football Winslow
QB Jared Winslow runs for a first down on a third down play first quarter vs. Bonners Ferry
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VBT Lundin
Junior Kellie Lundin, outside hitter for Troy, passes the ball in the Lady Trojans’ third game against Stillwater Christian.
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Mine Tumbler
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Mine Wilson
Safety officer Austin Wilson displays a sample vial of processed ore, the finished product Revett ships from Troy.
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Mine Shanahan
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Mine Truck
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Mine Mixers
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Mine Lindsey
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Mine
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Soccer Stevens
Shyla Stevens shot on goal comes up short second half vs Stevensville.
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Soccer Schnackenberg
Freshman midfielder Zander Peterson, 14, congratulates a jubilant Jason Schnackenberg after the latter scored his hat trick against Stevensville.
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Soccer Opland
Senior midfielder Breanna Opland controls the ball in the Lady Loggers tie to the Lady Yellowjackets.
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Soccer Davidson
Johnny Davidson first half action vs Stevensville.
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Soccer Kyle
Ceara Kyle controls the ball vs Stevensville.
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Bridge Inspection
Montana Department of Transportation Bridge Inspector Kurt Maart, lower, left at end of boom in bucket, gives the Kootenai River Bridge its bi-annual inspection on Wednesday afternoon.
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Junior 6-4 200 lb OL/DL Tarasik Krisanov
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Football Krisanov
Tarasik Krisanov tackling Bonners Ferry's Josh Pluid in third quarter.
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Football Brown
Taraski Krisanov and Dalton Brown go high and low to tackle Badger Bryan Yeomans in first quarter action Saturday night.
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Football Bowers
QB Christian Trocke tackled by Josh Bowers, center, Skyler Higareda, right and Bryce Gustin, second quarter.
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PP McBride
Quilter of the Year, Carolyn S. McBride
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Ignite Tempel
Rod Tempel checks the interior of a custom 1946 International belonging to Mike and Fran Coyne of Nobleford, Alberta.
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Ignite Scofield
Gigi Scofield, left, and her grandson Peyton Scofield, marvel at Mineral Avenue's parade of show cars Friday evening.
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Ignite McMillan
Vance McMillan and Jeanette Fincher of Kalispell lay rubber Friday night in a 1941 Chevy pickup.
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Ignite Flames
A contestant in the Flame Throwing contest lights up Mineral Avenue on Friday night. Cody Broyles of Hayden, Idaho, driving a 1929 Nash Rat Rod, won the contest.
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Ignite Johnson
Ron Johnson’s freshly painted 1953 Willys Aero Ace.
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Ignite Dawson
The 1973 Dodge Challenger belonging to Wauneta Dawson of Bonners Ferry got a lot of looks Saturday.
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Ignite Dondaneau
Red, stop...green, go...yellow, go real fast!
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Ignite Arvidson
There were many admirers of Jay Arvidson's 1965 Cobra.
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Ignite Blackwell
Bill Blackwell, left, of Moyie Springs, explains the finer points of his 1948 Midget race car Saturday during the car show.
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Heroes Stuckey
Sheriff Roby Bowe, left, presenting plaque to Tim Stuckey, right, for saving the life of Danielle Faris, center.
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Heroes Danielle
Sheriff Roby Bowe and Danielle Faris
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Tour Three
Jason Sokolosky, left, Gord Parker and Katrina Brawner of the Calgary Outdoor Club, await the start of the second annual Le Tour de Koocanusa bicycle tour along the shoreline of Lake Koocanusa. Parker points left, the direction the tour will take for the first half mile, then it's a sharp …
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Tour Two
The husband and wife team of Bryon and Diane Whitaker of Corvallis, MT await the startup.
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Tour One
Le Tour cyclists as they tackle the first obstacle, a grueling 2.4 mile hill.
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Hotel Libby Three
Old fashioned sink in the men's restroom.
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Hotel Libby Ten
Gail Burger points to one of the massive windows that looks out over Hotel Libby's courtyard.
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Hotel Libby Six
And no hotel restroom would be complete without a bit of graffiti. Sweethearts from long ago no doubt!
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Hotel Libby Seven
A closet full of room cards depicting past patrons of Hotel Libby.
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Hotel Libby Nine
Hotel Libby's main boiler room. Another room that adjoins this one has yet to be opened.
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Hotel Libby Eleven
Looking up the grand staircase from the hotel lobby.
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Hotel Libby Five
Room adjoining lobby complete with Roy Porter mural.
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Hotel Libby Eight
One of the trap doors in Hotel Libby.
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Hotel Two
A former sign which hung prominently on the northeast corner of the hotel tucked away in the basement for safe keeping.
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Hotel Three
Old fashioned sink in the men's restroom.
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Hotel Four
A peek at the grand staircase from the third floor looking down.
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Relay Rebo
Lynette Rebo, left, holds hands with her mother, Arlyne Beito. The caring hands are a symbol of the survivor-cargiver relationship.
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Rollover
MHP Sgt. Duane Bowers inspects damage to a 2001 GMC pickup with Iowa plates Wednesday afternoon at the 45 mile marker on Hwy 2.
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Rodeo Wrzesinski
Cavan Wrzesinski of Boulder aboard QT in the bareback riding Saturday.
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Rodeo Vincent
Two-year-old Kypton Vincent trying on cowboy hats Saturday night at the rodeo.
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Rodeo Slade
Slade Stubblefield, 2, tackles "Danger" for a winning time in the horse wrestling event Friday night at the Kootenai River Rodeo. Slade is the son of Nick Stubblefield, steer wrestler from Choteau
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Rodeo Oliveira
Richardo Oliveira of Bozeman aboard "Silk and Dynomite" in bareback riding Saturday.
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Rodeo Nordahl
Guy Nordahl aboard "Click Boom" Saturday.
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Rodeo Fullen
Christy Fullen of Bozeman with a time of 17.73 in the barrel racing Saturday
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Rodeo Kjos
Delano Kjos of Fort St. John, B.C. aboard "Chute Boss" in the saddle bronc riding Saturday
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Rodeo Candiotto
Dane Candiotto of Independence, Louisiana aboard "Weeds" Friday night.
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Rodeo Branco
Stan Branco of Chowchilla, Calif., turns in a time of 4.6 in the steer wrestling event Saturday evening.
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Fourth Stewart
Dave and Carrie Stewart of Trout Creek parading around in a modified '27 Dodge named "Pinky."
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Fourth Simurdak
John Simurdak of Bay Center, Wash., sews up a red, white and blue 4th of July broom during Troy's Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration at Roosevelt Park
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Fourth Kramer
Ramiah Kramer with a birds-eye view.
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Fourth Montgomery
Caedence Montgomery, left, and brother Mannix Montgomery cooling off at the splash pad. (5 and 7 years old respectively)
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Fourth Davis
Four-year-old Aubrey Davis of Libby.
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Fourth Bobcat
Naomi Pesicka holding an 8-week-old bobcat named "Takoda."
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Baseball Germany
First baseman Micah Germany checks his runner on a throw from pitcher Jared Winslow vs. the Chino Reds.
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Baseball Burkes
Cameron Burkes bunts safely to first on a fielder's choice bottom of 3 vs. the Chino Reds. Runner out at third leaves runners on 1st and 2nd.
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Logger Lawn
Even the kids were racing lawnmowers!
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Logger Skymaster
Ethan Beck, left, and Colton Howard aboard the "Skymaster" ride at the Paradise Carnival during Logger Days Saturday.
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Logger Ramsey
Chrissy Ramsey of Naches, Wash., partnered with Lauren Bergman of Kalispell turn in a time of 17.185 in the women's double buck competition Saturday.
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Logger Race
Saturday's brief rainstorm added a new dimension to the Logger Days lawnmower races, mud!
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Logger Lawnmower
Chris Spangler of Bonners Ferry placed second on a Kohler 20hp lawnmower behind Buck Taggert of Viola on an Ace Hardware 18.5hp in the open class Saturday night during the Logger Days lawnmower races.
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Logger Nik
Armed with a "sippy" cup, two-year-old Nik Arunachalan gathers candy during the Logger Days Parade.
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Logger Lawn
Even the kids were racing lawnmowers!
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Logger Cheer
Loggers Days Parade cheerleaders gave everyone a reason to cheer for the first festival of the summer.
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Logger Coaster
Olivia Smith, left and Melissa Munroe (both 9) of Libby, aboard the roller coaster Saturday at the Paradise Carnival.
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Logger Bergman
The newlywed team of Seth and Lauren Bergman during the Ma and Pa race Saturday.
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Winslow's walk-off
Nic Robertson, left, Andrew Haggerty, Jared Winslow, Micah Germany and Will Reichel congratulate Winslow on his walk off single to beat the Moscow Blue Devils.
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Zimmerman
Sawyer Zimmerman with a 43'1" toss in the shotput at the County Meet May 1.
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Lofty heights
Ryan Rayson clearing 6' at the County Meet May 1. Rayson jumped 6-4 to win the state title.
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Alumni Swartzendruber
Buddies from "back in the day" No. 34 Brandon Laffoon, left and No. 11 Jake Swartzendruber.
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Coaching is a habit
Coach Kelly Morford connects in the bottom of the second for a 2 RBI single. It was the Alumni over the Loggers 16-3 Saturday in the 7 inning contest.
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Alumni Laffoon
First baseman Brandon Laffoon with the third out top of 7 to end the game 16-3 Alumni.
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Alumni Holzer
Future star of tomorrow Bransen "Hunk" Holzer gets some practice time during the Alumni game Saturday at Lee Gehring Field.
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Alumni Herbig
"Old Timer" Nate Herbig pitching top of 7 vs. the Libby Loggers Saturday during the annual Alumni Game. Alumni over the Loggers 16-3.
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When worlds collide
Center fielder Andrew Haggerty and right fielder Cameron Burkes collided, allowing Head Coach Kelly Morford his two RBI single in the 16-3 alumni victory.
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The Commissioners
Tony Berget, left, Marianne Roose and Ron Downey made the final decision to do away with CVFSA.
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Miller pleads for compassion
Bull Lake Fire Chief Clyde Miller pleads for compassion for what he calls the brotherhood of firefighters.
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Robert Mast
Robert Mast contemplates the loss of CVFSA
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Baseball Stylin'
Loggers coach Jack Helber and Loggers turned to their rally caps in the first game, a 9-3 loss.
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Baseball Meeting
Logger coach Kelly Morford talked to pitcher Creede Garcia in the first game, as Micah Germany looked on.
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Brandon Wallentine
Brandon Wallentine of Paris, Idaho
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Bul Triplett Matt
Matt Triplett of Columbia Falls garners an 83.5 ride Saturday evening.
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Matt Triplett
Matt Triplett of Columbia Falls garners an 83.5 ride Saturday evening.
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Jesse Kardos
Jesse Kardos with a 68-point ride aboard "Huckleberry." (Jesse had an option for a re-ride)
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Levi Hendrickson
Levi Hendrickson of Arlee chalks up an 80 point ride aboard "Toby" Saturday evening during the Incredi-Bull Blowout at J. Neils Park.
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Derek Kolbaba
Seventy-nine points for 16-year-old Derek Kolbaba.
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Baseball Haggerty
Centerfielder Andrew Haggerty 3rd out top of 2 first game of a doubleheader vs Kalispell A
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Baseball Garcia
Creede Garcia steals 2nd base just ahead of the tag of Lakers shortstop Justin Wallace bottom of 5 with 1 out (first game of a doubleheader)
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Comish
Lincoln County Commissioners Marianne Roose, left, Ron Downey and Tony Berget
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Grad Smith
Patty Rambo adjusts Andrew Smith's mortar board.
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Grad Walker
Salutatorian Alyssa Walker receives a congratulatory hug from Vice Principal Jim Germany.
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Grad Reintsma
Graduating with honors, Kaitlyn Reintsma, left and Lisa Rios.
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Grad Rios
Libby High School 2012 graduate Lisa Rios, with the glasses to prove it.
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Grad Holder
Vice Principal Jim Germany and Jolee Holder
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Grad Germany
A very happy soon-to-be graduate Micah Germany during the processional.
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Grad Cielak
Louis Cielak, left, and Valedictorian Skyanne Cosgriff during processional.
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Grad Berget
Senior Class President Dylan Berget receives a hearty handshake from Principal Rik Rewerts following graduation ceremonies Sunday.
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Grad Broden
Class of 2012 commencement speaker Kirk Broden.
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Baseball Willis
First baseman Matt Willis on the receiving end of a throw from shortstop Will Reichel for the first out top of the second vs the Bandits. First game of a doubleheader.
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Baseball Haggerty
Andrew Haggerty steals third base just ahead of the tag of Bandits third baseman Ryan Phillips in the bottom of the sixth inning Saturday in the first of a doubleheader.
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Baseball Grupenhoff
Two RBI base hit for Oliver Grupenhoff in the bottom of the 2nd vs. Kootenai Valley Rangers Wednesday evening.
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Memorial Troy
Troy VFW Post 5514 members Mark Olson, left, Herb Gregory and John Brown. John Brown raises the flag over the memorial during dedication ceremonies Monday at Roosevelt Park.
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Memorial Libby
Chuck Baker rides the "flag trailer" early Monday morning placing flags into their standards along Mineral and California Avenues.
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Memorial Olson
VFW Post 5514 Life Member Mark Olson
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Memorial Gregory
Troy VFW Post 5514 member Linda Gregory bows her head out of respect to the fallen during Memorial Day services Monday at Troy Cemetery.
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Memorial Gregory M.
Maria Gregory had the honor of raising the flag Monday during Memorial Day ceremonies at Troy Cemetery.
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Grad Tallmadge
With her tassel positioned to left of her mortar board Hannah Tallmadge gives the thumbs-up sign during Sunday's graduation ceremony at Troy's Activity Center.
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Grad Randall
Valedictorian Justin Randall and his fellow classmates ready themselves for the processional Sunday evening during graduation ceremonies at Troy's Activity Center.
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Grad Hill
Troy High School's 2012 graduate, Zachary Clark-Hill, adjusts his rose after the conclusion of ceremonies Sunday evening at the Activity Center.
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Baseball Reichel
Logger right-hander Will Reichel pitched against Kalispell AA May 23.
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Baseball Haggerty
Luke Haggerty slides safely under the tag of awaiting shortstop Dillon Eaves to steal second base in the bottom of the eighth with two out vs Kalispell AA 5-23-12
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SL Klin
Sophomore centerfielder Kelsey Klin first out top of 2 vs C-Falls 5-17
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SL Germany
Freshman first baseman Daylin Germany catches the third out in the top of the sixth on a throw from Hannah England on Thursday.
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SL England
Hannah England fires a pitch toward the plate during the Columbia Falls game on Thursday
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SL Gallagher
Freshman Devon Gallagher smacks a base hit in the bottom of the 3rd with no outs vs. Columbia Falls
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Golf Lacklen
Bobbie Lacklen studies the green on Par-3 No. 7.
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Golf Kambel
Deb Kambel studies her second shot on No. 7, a par 3.
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Golf Graham
Steve Graham studies the green prior to putting on No. 6, a par 4.
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Forum Too
Lincoln County Commissioner candidates from left, Steve Curtiss, Gary Delorenzo, Brian Linnell and Lori Ramesz.
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Golf Cielak
Joe Cielak chips his second shot on par-3 No. 7.
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Forum Group Too
Lincoln County Commissioner candidates from left, Scott Brandos, David Brandt, Dawain Burgess, Gilbert Cate, Jr., Mike Cole, Steve Curtiss, Gary Delorenzo, Brian Linnell and Lori Ramesz.
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Forum
Scott Brandos, left, David Brandt, Dawain Burgess, Gilbert Cate and Mike Cole (Lincoln County Commissioner candidates)
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Bridge
Lincoln County Road Crew 1 Foreman Marc McCully, left, looks on as Joe Neisess delivers the first of three bridge sections which will span Pipe Creek on the Bobtail Cutoff road. The bridge, built by Stinger, spans 39'10'' and weighs roughly 18,000 pounds. It will be put in late this …
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Sauer Addresses
National Honor Society inductees back row: Jared Winslow, left, Jason Schnackenberg, Adam Neisess, Josh Bowers and Cody Barrick. Front row: Kira Rose, Elly Webster, Lauren Wepprecht, Rebel Larson and Zeke Carlson
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Trojan Topside
William Denton looks over his handiwork as the Trojan settles onto its new home atop the totem in front of Troy High School.
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STOKR Pie
Kramer Wahlberg, left, Brett Bollweg, Ashley Ferda and Scot Ferda approach the much awaited pie stop on Pipe Creek Road. Mr. Ferda mentioned that STOKR is one of the few century rides on which one can actually gain weight pedaling 100 miles!
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STOKR Pridham
Rhubarb was the flavor of the day for Wayne Pridham of Calgary, Alberta at the famous pie stop on Pipe Creek Road. You hear a lot of jokes of STOKR being the only century ride where one can actually gain weight by pedaling 100 miles!
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Donkey Western
Morrison Elementary faculty member Alicia Western has a serious look on her face as she protects the ball vs. the seniors Thursday. Final score was 20-8 in favor of the faculty.
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Donkey Volkenand
A break in the action Thursday found eight-year-old Dominic Volkenand checking out the new gym equipment during Troy's semi-annual donkey basketball event.
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Donkey Orr
Cody Orr scores with a hook shot in second half action.
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Donkey Kiss
Holli Higgins, left, and Jasmine Thill
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Baseball Winslow 5-16
Jared Winslow RBI fielder's choice bottom of the third vs. Mission Rockies Saturday during the Loggertown Wood Bat Classic.
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Baseball Tammaro
Tanner Tammaro pitching vs Mission Rockies Saturday during the Loggertown Wood Bat Classic.
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Baseball Jared
Shortstop Jared Winslow tries to bare hand a grounder but comes up short vs. the Mission Rockies during the Loggertown Wood Bat Classic Saturday.
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Track Zimmerman
Sawyer Zimmerman with 44' 9-3/4" at the County Track Meet Tuesday afternoon.
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Track Morrison
Troy's Kinya Morrison competes in the 3200 during Tuesday's county track meet.
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Track Olds
Sophomore Nathan Olds clears 6'4" at the County Track Meet Tuesday.
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Track Metz
Blayne Metz turns in a time of 11.61 in the 100 meter Tuesday during the County Track Meet.
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SBT Johnston
Caitlin Johnston tries to steal second tagged by shortstop Kinley Pope bottom of the 6th first of a doubleheader vs. Mission 4-28-12
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SBT Williams
Junior Jordan Williams pitching vs Mission 4-28-12. Troy falls 10-2.
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Mural Jeff and Kids
Rigo Ibarra, left, Kylie Blevins, Cody Benefield and Jeff Adamson
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Mural Jeff
Jeff Adamson works on the mural on the north side of the building at 311 Mineral Ave.
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Hooray 89
Anita (Michaela Curry), left, and Wynonna (Hannah Tallmadge), far right, sing "My Guy" to Detective Webb (Spencer Swimley) during Troy High School's performance of "Hooray for Hollywood" Monday night.
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Milo Bravo (Jeremy Helmrick), left, Detective Webb (Spencer Swimley) and Judge Brand (Richy Ormiston). Judge Brand's gavel drops and Milo is order to pay $30,000 during Troy High School's opening night performance of "Hooray for Hollywood."
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Trojans' Tennis
Troy’s Bruce Metz, the Trojans’ No. 2 singles player, returned a shot to Ronan’s Kyle Yankey in action Tuesday. Metz won the match 6-3, 6-7, 6-3. The boys team tied Ronan, 3-3, but the Lady Trojans fell to Ronan 5-1.
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Lady Trojans Softball
Troy shortstop Breanna Opland made a great catch for the third out in the top of the sixth inning against Eureka on Tuesday. The Lady Trojans won the first game of a doubleheader 2-1, but Eureka rallied for a 7-6 win in the nightcap.
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RSVP Recipients: Serving Seniors
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program participants Rhea Bernardy and Jay Goley recently received their bronze pin awards during an RSVP meeting at Venture Inn. Bronze pin recipients must serve at least 100 hours. Other recipients receiving bronze pins are Betty Challinor and Gary Huntsberger who were not in attendance. Twenty-eight …
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Tennis Troy Goe
Troy's Michael Goe vs Mission's Levi Bullock at #3 singles
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Flooding 93
The rising waters of Pipe Creek Thursday appear to threaten the horse trailer belonging to Joe and Karen Warner who live on West Pipe Creek Road.
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The rising waters of Pipe Creek Thursday appear to threaten the horse trailer belonging to Joe and Karen Warner who live on West Pipe Creek Road.
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Arbor Day 77
Tree Board member David Friedman prepares to plant a Harvest Gold Linden in Martha Hendrickson's yard on E. Larch Street as Kootenai Eagle Pathfinder Club members Daniel Schei, Logan Schei and Jake Chavez fill the bottom of the hole with loose dirt.
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Mural Jeff and Kids
Rigo Ibarra, left, Kylie Blevins, Cody Benefield and Jeff Adamson
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Mural Jeff
Jeff Adamson works on the mural on the north side of the building at 311 Mineral Ave.
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Old Photo Too 4-25
John Tushaus stops by the track meet Tuesday, April 17.
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Goose
While the Lady Loggers were beating up on Whitefish Saturday this Canada goose was testing the waters in Flower Creek.
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Track Hughes
Senior Seth Hughes sends the discus 100' 8-3/4" in Tuesday's matchup with Columbia Falls
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Metz
Troy's Bruce Metz in No. 2 singles vs Ronan's Kyle Yankey. Metz over Yankey 6-3, 6-7, 5-7, 6-3
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Schnackenberg
Jason Schnackenberg vs C-Falls' Brian Marcille in No. 1 singles.
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SBT Opland
Shortstop Breanna Opland with a great catch for the third out top of 6 vs Eureka. The game went an extra inning with Troy on top 2-1. First of doubleheader.
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SBT Johnston
First baseman Caitlin Johnston stretches for the throw from shortstop Breanna Opland for the third out bottom of 3 in the second game of a doubleheader Saturday vs Deer Lodge.
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SBL Klin
Sophomore Kelsi Klin's hit in the bottom of the second scores Bre Tindall vs Whitefish
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RSVP Luncheon
Twenty-eight in attendance at Friday's RSVP volunteer recognition luncheon at the Venture Motor Inn.
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RSVP Bronze Pin
The bronze pin awarded to Rhea Bernardy and Jay Goley Friday during the volunteer recognition luncheon at Venture Motor Inn.
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RSVP Award
RSVP bronze pin award recipients Rhea Bernardy, left, and Jay Goley Friday at the Venture Motor Inn. Bronze pins are awarded to those who volunteer 100-249 hours.
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Health 77
Mel Parker tests his strength Saturday at the Health Fair.
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Health 65
Grant Crawford performs an ultrasound of the carotid artery on patient and wife Debbie Crawford Saturday at the Health Fair.
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Grant Crawford performs an ultrasound of the carotid artery on patient and wife Debbie Crawford Saturday at the Health Fair.
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2012 Health Fair attendees Saturday at the Memorial Center
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Goose
While the Lady Loggers were beating up on Whitefish Saturday this Canada goose was testing the waters in Flower Creek.
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SBL England
Hannah England pitching vs. Bonners Ferry, first of doubleheader.
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SBL Nelson
Harley Nelson vs Bonners Ferry, first of doubleheader.
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Empire Donation
Verna Johnson, left, Clarence Johnson, Howard Paullin, treasurer; Scott Lapka and Duane Williams
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Easter Troy 93
It was "cotten" candy for Zach Cotten followed by a snow cone chaser Saturday at Troy's annual Easter egg hunt held in Roosevelt Park.
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Kelsi Kateley, 12, and Westin Folk 4, exit the bouncy house upside down. There was loads of fun Saturday during Troy's annual Easter egg hunt at Roosevelt Park. There was cotton candy, hot dogs, snow cones, raffles, games and prizes.
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A joyful Tianna Dirks, 6, keeps a firm grip on her stuffed lamb, a pretty fair trade for a prize egg during Troy's annual Easter egg hunt Saturday at Roosevelt Park.
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Three-year-old Brysen Miller reaches for an egg Saturday during Troy's anual Easter egg hunt at Roosevelt Park.
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Three-year-old Brysen Miller spies a bright green egg Saturday during Troy's annual Easter egg hunt at Roosevelt Park.
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Makayla Manchester, 2, looks for an opening in her new-found Easter egg.
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With matching pink coat and bucket, 18-month-old Aspen Orr waits for the hunt to begin during Troy's annual Easter egg hunt at Roosevelt Park Saturday.
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Easter Troy 00
Four-year-old Aspyn Keller shows off her new ride for finding a golden egg at the annual Easter egg hunt in Troy's Roosevelt Park Saturday.
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Easter Bunny
Two-year-old Joseph Ray Noble picks out his "Easter Bunny" Friday afternoon at Homesteaders Ranch and Feed.
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Standoff ends without casualty
Lincoln County Sheriff Roby Bowe talks with Flathead County Under-Sheriff Dave Lieb as he handles an “Eye-Ball,” a remote camera projected into a home to view suspects and their location. The two discussed its possibilities during the standoff Tuesday.
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Scoreboard
Dennis Countryman, left, Lloyd Sidmore and Clint Taylor put the finishing touches on the Lady Trojan scoreboard at Roosevelt Park Tuesday afternoon.
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Bledsoe Mac
Mazzy Hermes gets a bit of advice from Mac Bledsoe Tuesday.
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Bledsoe M
Mac Bledsoe passes on some valuable parenting advice during his GEAR UP presentation at the Troy Activity Center Tuesday.
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Bledsoe
Mac Bledsoe addresses a crowd of parents Tuesday during his presentation of GEAR UP at Troy Activity Center.
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Talent 78
Hannah Talmadge of Troy, accompanied by Tony Smith and Ty Nagode, sang "Take it All" and "Saving All My Love for You."
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Bryce James, left, and Amie Henley sang "American Honey" by Lady Antebellum.
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First place winner Mary Elisabeth Foote, right, gets a hug from third place winner Laure Troyer during the fourth annual Talent Show at the Memorial Center Thursday evening.
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Bruna Cardosa and Dylan Berget performed "Smooth Criminal" from Michael Jackson's 1987 "Bad" album.
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The flag dancing of Mary Elisabeth Foote won first prize during the fourth annual Talent Show at the Memorial Center Thursday evening.
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The brother-sister team of Laure and David Troyer took third place for their rendition of Taylor Swift's "Ours" Thursday at the Memorial Center during the fourth annual Talent Show.
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Talent 05
Darbi Brooks on the piano singing her rendition of "My Immortal" by Evanescence.
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Josh Broderick, left, and Michael Curtiss nailed down second place with their original arrangement of "This Girl," during Thursday's fourth annual Talent Show at the Memorial Center.
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The flag dancing of Mary Elisabeth Foote won first prize and a standing-O during the fourth annual Talent Show at the Memorial Center Thursday evening.
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Talent 02
The Memorial Center was packed Thursday evening for the fourth annual Talent Show. Here's Josh Foote, Jessica Robbins and Jesse Nelson in "Fergalicious."
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Crazy Day 64
Mike Cuffe (R) HD 2 speeds down Turner Mountain during Crazy Day last Saturday
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Cy Stevenson finishes the cardboard sled race the hard way Saturday during Crazy Day at Turner Mountain.
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The ghostly image of lift chairs as they pass through the fog near the summit Saturday during Crazy Day at Turner Mountain.
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Lacking the proper attire one can always die the beard green.
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Crazy Day 84
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Crazy Day 91
Big Pants Team 3 anchor man Paige Chapel crosses the finish line with a first place winning time of 3:40.
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Shannon Ostrowski readies herself for a dose of Pneumonia during Turner Mountain's Crazy Day 2012
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Three-year-old pirate Logan Cuffe of Eureka found a slope all to himself.
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Sydnee Ehlenfeldt hams it up at the summit during Crazy Day 2012 at Turner Mountain
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Turner Mountain ski lodge amidst the trees.
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Ethan Beck hits the slopes sporting a ghillie suit during Crazy Day 2012
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Chad Munro, left, and Pat Grotjohn arrive at the summit Saturday during Crazy Day 2012 at Turner Mountain.
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Crazy Day 29
Jeri Ann Chapel as "Lady Luck" readies the course for the cardboard sled races during Turner Mountain's Crazy Day 2012
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Sam Fisher, left, and Cierra Stewart found the ski lift chairs a bit colder than expected during Crazy Day 2012 at Turner Mountain ski hill Saturday
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Crazy Day 07
"Emy Lou Who" abandons here English heritage and becomes an Irish springer spaniel during Crazy Day at Turner Mountain.
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Irish Fair 98
Libby's Brian Sherry sits in with Floating Crowbar Saturday evening during Libby's 17th annual Irish Fair.
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Flotating Crowbar's Don Thomsen on banjo and James Hunter on uilleann pipes, complete with safety belt and air bag.
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Moriah Probert, left, and Emily Wilson of the Sole Expressions Dancers
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James Hunter, left, and Rick Rubin of Floating Crowbar during Libby's 17th Annual Irish Fair.
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Multi-instramentalist Don Thomsen of Floating Crowbar during the 17th annual Irish Fair.
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Moriah Probert of the Sole Expressions Dancers kicks up her heals during Libby's 17th Annual Irish Fair Sunday evening at the Memorial Center.
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Rob Quist
Rob Quist performing at the Hot Club Friday, March 2
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Bryson Thompson
Coach and father Tim Thompson, offers a few words of encouragment to his 6-year-old son Bryson during the Kootenai Klassic Little Guy Wrestling Tourney Saturday.
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Bransen Holzer
A tearful Bransen Holzer shakes hands with his opponent Saturday at the Kootenai Klassic Little Guy Wrestling Tourney.
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Lukas Fritts
Troy Peewee wrestler Lukas Fritts, 4, takes on Kalispell's Patrick Sullivan 5, at the 2012 Kootenai Klassic Little Guy Wrestling Tourney Saturday.
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Colten Clemons
Colten Clemons escapes from Terran Winebark of Troy at Novice C, during the Kootenai Klassic Little Guy Invitational Wrestling Tournament Saturday. There were 551 bracketed wrestlers competing in Saturday's tourney.
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Coach Josh Chapel
Coach Josh Chapel offers a few words of advice to Peewee wrestler Lukas Fritts Saturday at the Little Guy Wrestling Tourney.
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X Country
Joni, left and Robin Schiferl, right, venture out onto "Shorty's Loop" for some late season cross country skiing at South Flower Cross Country Ski Trail Saturday afternoon.
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Senior Night
Pep Band and cheerleader senior night during half time of Libby/C-Falls boys basketball game Saturday.
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CHC Kara Matthews, left, Dusti Thompson and Jessica Conrad
Kara Matthews, left, Dusti Thompson and Jessica Conrad
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CHC Shannon Ostrowski
Shannon Ostrowski and state wrestling champion Mitch Haugen
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CHC Wendy Chopyak
Wendy Chopyak gets advice on her poker hand from her husband Joe
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CHC Eileen Carney
Eileen Carney looks over the "goodie" table.
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CHC Dr. Stephen Becker
Dr. Stephen Becker looks over the "goodie" table
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Ryan Rayson
Senior Ryan Rayson drives in for two on a Eureka turnover in the first quarter, 9-8 advantage Troy.
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Cory Orr
Cory Orr drives the baseline to score on a reverse layup in fourth quarter, 63-50 Troy
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Creede Garcia
Senior guard Creede Garcia drives the lane past Eureka's 6'5" Tanner Peterson in 4th quarter action vs. Eureka Thursday
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Will Reichel
Will Reichel drives for the hoop during fourth quarter action vs. C-Falls Saturday at Ralph Tate Gymnasium
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Troy Band
The baritone and alto saxophones of Troy Pep Band members Jeremy Helmrick, left, Gage Tallmadge and Nathan Olds kept the crowd fired up during Friday's match-up with the Stillwater Christian Cougars.
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Little Cheer
The "Little Cheerleaders" entertained the crowd during halftime of the boys game Saturday night.
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LHS Jerseys
Libby High School seniors made miniature jerseys replicating their Loggers-basketball jerseys to display in the gym.
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Caitlin O'Brien
Sophomore Caitlin O'Brien pulls down an offensive rebound in the second quarter in Friday's game against the Stillwater Christian Cougars.
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Coach Jim May
Lady Loggers Coach Jim May signals instructions to his team during Saturday's matchup with Polson.
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Kim Tangen
Kaitlyn Gilder consoles Kim Tangen after she fouls out late in the fourth quarter vs Polson Saturday.
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Rebecca Kyriss
Rebecca Kyriss prepares to pass to Hannah England in first quarter action vs. the Lady Pirates
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Dalton Krause
Senior Dalton Krause competes with Stillwater's Josh Topp for a rebound in the first quarter.
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Ryan Rayson
Opening tip of the Troy/Stillwater Christian match-up. Ryan Rayson, right and Josh Topp left.
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Jennifer Hoffman
Jennifer Hoffman breaks the sound barrier Friday evening during the Troy/Stillwater Christian match-up.
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Cielak and Zimmerman
Louis Cielak and Sawyer Zimmerman check in with 15 seconds remaining in 4th quarter vs. Polson
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Female-downy woodpecker
A female downy woodpecker searches for lunch in a dead larch tree near Pipe Creek
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Hailey Craig
Freshman Hailey Craig and Eureka's Alyssa White battle for a rebound in fourth quarter action Tuesday night at Ralph Tate Gymnasium.
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Shyla Stevenson
Shyla Stevenson drives in low past Eureka's Alex Holland in first quarter.
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Kelsey Klin
Sophomore guard Kelsey Klin looks to pass in third quarter action vs. Eureka.
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Taylor Quinn
Taylor Quinn sinks the go-ahead free throw to put Libby on top 24-23 late in fourth quarter vs. Eureka.
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Breanna Opland
Junior Breanna Opland looks to pass in fourth quarter action against Bigfork Friday at the Activity Center
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Cody Orr
Senior guard Cody Orr has the ball knocked away by Bigfork's 6'2" Chris Landon in third quarter action Friday night.
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Taylor Quinn
Sophomore Taylor Quinn tries to save the ball from going out of bounds but comes up short in second quarter action in Troy Jan. 27
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BBT Randall
Justin Randall, left, congratulates Cody Orr for scoring the go-ahead hoop to put Troy up 43-42 to win the game.
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BBT Orr
Troy senior guard Cory Orr drives low for the lane past Libby's Nolan Broden in fourth quarter action Friday night. Broden was responsible for keeping Orr's 3-point hoops to a minimum.
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BBT Andersen
Coach Cory Andersen cheers after Cody Orr nails the winning hoop with 4.5 seconds remaining on the clock.
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BBL Winslow
Coach Wally Winslow during third quarter action vs. Troy
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BBL Lapka
Troy's Ryan Rayson attempts to strip the ball away from Elias Lapka but Libby manages to retain, third quarter.
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BBL Broden
Nolan Broden in the key jockeys for position with Gabe Hickman on guard during first quarter.
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Blue Hawks tipoff
Thompson Falls Dominique Holt (right) controls the opening tip vs Libby (Elias Lapka on the left).
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Time Out
Lady Loggers time out during the matchup with Columbia Falls
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Kim Tangen
Senior KimTangen pulls down a defensive rebound in fourth quarter action in Thursday's contest with the Columbia Falls Wildkats.
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Shyla Stevenson
Freshman Shyla Stevenson drives on C-Falls' Madison Sandefer in the first quarter vs. Wildkats
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Taylor Quinn
Sophomore Taylor Quinn pull down a defensive rebound in the fourth quarter vs. Columbia Falls
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Huddle
Lady Loggers' pre game huddle before the tip against the Columbia Falls Wildkats.
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Cory Orr
Troy senior guard Cory Orr drives low for the lane past Libby's Nolan Broden in fourth quarter action Friday night. Broden was responsible for keeping Orr's 3-point hoops to a minimum.
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Forest Plan 32
Commissioners Ron Downey, left, Tony Berget and State Rep. HD2 Mike Cuffe (R)
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Smith
Lady Trojans Coach Tony Smith directing traffic during third quarter action vs. Noxon.
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Williams
Junior Jordan Williams brings the ball down court in the third quarter Saturday vs the Lady Red Devils.
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Lundin
Sophomore guard Kelli Lundin drives past Noxon's Alana Dettwiler to score in third quarter action Saturday.
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Michaela Curry
Junior Michaela Curry attempts to wrest the ball away from Kimberly Marich in fourth quarter action vs. the Lady Red Devils Saturday at Troy's Activity Center.
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Curry
Junior Michaela Curry shoots over senior guard Kimberly Marich to score in the fourth quarter vs. Noxon Saturday at the Troy Activity Center.
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Rayson
Senior Ryan Rayson deep in the corner looking to pass in the third quarter vs. Noxons Red Devils.
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Hickman
Junior guard Gabe Hickman drives in low with less than a minute remaining in the fourth quarter vs. Noxon.
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Garrison
Junior cheerleader Cindy Garrison kept the crowd fired up during the Troy/Noxon doubleheader Saturday at the Activity Center.
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Garcia
Senior guard Creede Garcia looks for a hole in Noxon's defense in fourth quarter action vs. the Red Devils.
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Wally Winslow
A jubilant Coach Wally Winslow over Kraig Nelson's three point play in the third quarter Friday vs T-Falls Bluehawks
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Lapka
Senior Elias Lapka stretches for an offensive rebound in the third quarter. It was Loggers over the Bluehawks Friday 51-25.
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Jones
Cheerleader Asia Jones kept the crowd fired up Friday during the Libby/T-Falls tilt.
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Foote
Senior Josh Foote with a one-handed hoop in the third quarter puts Libby up 25-8 vs T-Falls
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Alspaw
Senior guard Nick Alspaw takes control of a Thompson Falls turnover in second quarter action Friday.
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GBL Walker
Senior guard Alyssa Walker with Nicole Heavirland in tow, readies to pass in first quarter action against the Glacier Wolfpack Tuesday.
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BBL Alspaw
Senior Nick Alspaw on the drive in the fourth quarter against the Wolfpack Tuesday.
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BBL Germany
Micah Germany for two on a long pass fourth quarter makes it 36-48 Glacier
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Time Out
Time out with Coach Cory Andersen, right, in the second quarter of the St. Ignatius/Mission Bulldogs game Saturday. Players Cody Orr, left, Creede Garcia and Gabe Hickman listened intently to their coach, achieving another win 69-61.
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GBT Opland
Junior forward Breanna Opland passes to Kelli Lundin in first quarter action vs Eureka.
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GBL Stevenson
Freshman Shyla Stevenson passing to Kim Tangen with less than a minute in first quarter vs T-Falls
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GBL Quinn
Sophomore Taylor Quinn heads for the key with T-Falls' Kelsey Fitchett in tow during fourth quarter action Thursday evening.
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GBL Craig
Hailey Craig controls a defensive rebound in the fourth quarter vs T-Falls Thursday evening.
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GBL Klin
Sophomore guard Kelsey Klin runs a gauntlet of blue as she brings the ball down court in the fourth quarter during Thursday's contest with T-Falls.
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BBT Rayson
Ryan Rayson stretches for an offensive rebound in first quarter action vs. Eureka.
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BBT Hickman
Sophomore guard Gabe Hickman speeds past Alex Shmelev on a fast break in first quarter action vs Eureka.
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Lady Hawks in action
Angela Padden of Thompson Falls (left) bringing the ball up the court with Hannah Enland of Libby (right) trying to prevent the score.
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GBT Lundin
Katie Lundin driving on Ronan's Angela North Piegan in second quarter.
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Welch, Kristina
Kristina Lynn Welch, right, looks at court bailiff Kris Bowers as Regional Deputy Public Defender John Putikka, left, looks on.
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Plains offense
Eric Rummell of Plains carrying the ball in the thrid quarter against Troy on October 14.
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