Thursday, December 25, 2025
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

David Thompson SAR memorializes Daryl Anderson

Anderson, who died a little more than 2 1/2 years ago, was remembered fondly by family members and those who worked with him in SAR work and local law enforcement.
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Two men charged after incident involving firewood

Bailey allegedly said something about the man smoking crack...
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Lincoln County to launch storm resource center; water still available for residents

In response to the natural disasters that have affected south Lincoln County, the county Health Department will open a Winter Storm Resource Center next week in Libby.
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Local folks show resilience in face of repeat disasters

Despite the repeated, tragic events, locals didn’t waste time, jumping in to help where they could.
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Trump approves $5 million for disaster relief in NW Montana

Tuesday, Dec. 16, the governor submitted the request for federal funding to support emergency response costs associated with the flooding that occurred in Lincoln and Sanders counties and the Blackfeet Nation.
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Troy Trojans roll to win over county neighbor Libby

The Trojans last beat the Loggers on Jan. 30, 2015, 50-45. Troy was led by Sean Opland’s 18 points while Libby got 20 from Jonny Cielak.
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Greenchain slam Stevi, place second at Kinney Classic

The Greenchain crowned four champions and placed second with 166.5 points.
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Libby man pleads guilty in shooting death of toddler son

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Libby man pleads guilty in shooting death of toddler son

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Wood, Delmas lead Libby girls over Troy, 51-41

It was the first time the neighboring county schools had played each other since 2022 when Troy dedicated its court at the Activity Center.
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Fierce winds damage homes, cut off power for thousands

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to only drive or travel if it's an emergency.
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Gov. seeks federal help; Libby, Troy schools closed Wednesday

The National Weather Service is predicting a 100% chance of rain Tuesday night with possible amounts between one-half and three-quarters of an inch.
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Last of local defendants in kidnap, assault conspiracy sentenced to prison

According to Montana State Prison records, Waldron is incarcerated in the...
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Rain, wind and snow on tap for NW Montana

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