The Western News
Scott Shindledecker is the editor of The Western News. He covers public safety, city, county, sports and outdoors news. He is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a degree in journalism. He has been the sports and outdoors editor for the Courier-Express newspaper in DuBois, Pa., and worked for Hagadone Montana newspapers in Northwest Montana. He can be reached at 406-293-4124 or [email protected].
ARTICLES BY SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER
Female convict returned to county on alleged probation violation
Galloway was scheduled to appear Monday in...
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Libby hosting Lincoln County Spelling Bee Feb. 19
Competition begins at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19 at the Maki Theater in Libby.
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Libby man sentenced for strangling girlfriend
But Brown did an about-face...
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Scotchman Peaks' Winter Tracks connects kids with nature
Electronic devices may hold a wealth of information, but there’s nothing quite like a hands-on demonstration to make it stick.
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Libby native qualifies for Olympic freeski slopestyle finals
Twenty-three-old Ralph will compete for a medal beginning at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday.
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Two logging projects underway in Libby Ranger District
Forest officials are asking the public to keep a safe distance from...
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Forest plans campground improvements; lists temporary closures
The Timberlane Campground on the Libby Ranger District will be...
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Scotchman Peaks' Winter Tracks connects kids with nature
Electronic devices may hold a wealth of information, but there’s nothing quite like a hands-on demonstration to make it stick.
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IRS says tax relief available for those affected by severe storms
These taxpayers now have until May 1, 2026, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.
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Lincoln Co. child killer seeks parole
Richard Garry Sweet, 68, has been incarcerated in the Montana State Prison since 1994 following two guilty pleas to mitigated deliberate homicide in Lincoln County District Court.
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Libby woman gets deferred sentence for child endangerment
After stopping the Yukon and speaking with...
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Libby man pleads guilty to assault with weapon, DUI
Pilson’s sentencing in district court will be March 30.
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Greenchain wrestlers celebrate Senior Night with two easy wins
One dozen senior class members of the team were honored while being presented with their family members and loved ones.
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Flood damage work continues near Libby
Meanwhile, state officials will be in Libby Monday, Jan. 26, to help property owners file claims.
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